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Shannon Ainslie
Shannon Ainslie brings a background of writing and blogging to the team. She is interested in covering human interest stories and engaging with her community of Kamloops.
iN VIDEO: Paddlewheeler Wanda Sue spotted on South Thompson river in Kamloops
The paddlewheeler Wanda Sue was spotted cruising along the river in Kamloops over the weekend…
The Friendly Canadian: Kamloops athlete wins Olympic gold in hammer throw
A member of the Kamloops Track and Field Club, Ethan Katzberg, made a record-breaking hammer…
iN VIDEO: Highly flammable invasive plant spreading in North Okanagan
While the yellow flowers of Scotch broom might be pretty, the invasive plant is cause…
iN PHOTOS: Funny wildlife moments caught on cameras in Thompson-Okanagan
Some photographers in the Okanagan and Kamloops areas shared meme-worthy, funny wildlife photos this summer,…
iN VIDEO: Baby bat reunited with mother on south Okanagan property
A woman in the south Okanagan had an exciting night on July 31 when her…
Smoky skies bulletin issued for South Thompson, Boundary
It’s going to get smoky in the South Thompson region for the next couple of…
iN PHOTOS: Two popular North Okanagan hiking trails to explore this summer
Some outdoor enthusiasts are spending the summer hitting the trails in the Thompson-Okanagan and there…
iN VIDEO: Nine-year-old Kamloops golfer competing on world stage
A nine-year-old golfer from Kamloops qualified to compete in the biggest world junior golf championship…
Sound up: Listen to adorable beavers munch and crunch in Kamloops river
Well known Kamloops wildlife photographer Lyn MacDonald caught a group of four beavers on video…
‘These deaths are preventable’: Kamloops man pushing for river risk awareness after tragic drownings
A Kamloops man who saved a drowning international student has no intention of stopping his…
Kamloops seniors have a new gathering place to help stave off poverty
Not only are seniors in B.C. the fastest growing cohort, the risk of homelessness among…
Shannon White has now been missing for 1,000 days
Shannon White has been missing from Kamloops for 1,000 days and her story continues to…
iN PHOTOS: Picturesque churches add charm to landscapes in Okanagan, Kamloops
There is something intriguing about an old church, whether it has been left to decay…
Bright blue tail of threatened species spotted on Penticton property
A Penticton woman captured a photo of a western skink last week when it scurried…
iN VIDEO: Kamloops photographer captures timelapse video of meteor shower, stars and milky way
A photographer in Cherry Creek near Kamloops captured a time lapse video of the Delta…
‘I thought he’d drown me’: Kamloops man to be awarded for act of bravery
Kamloops resident Rob Griffiths will be presented with a Certificate of Commendation by Kamloops Fire…
iN PHOTOS: Funky looking veggies from Kamloops, Okanagan gardens
It's that time of year when hardworking gardeners in Kamloops and the Okanagan are seeing…
iN VIDEO: Penticton’s over-the-top ice cream shop a delicious way to beat the heat
If you haven’t stopped in at Penticton’s Cherry On Top Shake Shop you might want…
iN PHOTOS: An affordable summer adventure at Big White
Kelowna resident Chris Klugh has a background in videography and a thirst to explore backcountry…
Rain, thunderstorms expected to clear for weekend in Kamloops, Okanagan
A thunderstorm watch is in effect for parts of the Thompson-Okanagan today, July 25, but…
Right place, right time: Kamloops woman captures viral nature photo
Sometimes a photo is taken in just the right place at just the right time.…
iN VIDEO: An homage to the tumbling tumbleweeds of Kamloops
The unique, desert-like landscapes of Kamloops would not be complete without the tumbling tumbleweeds that…
SWEPT AWAY: Another near river drowning in Kamloops prompts call for action
Sarah Pringle was enjoying an evening swim at Riverside Park in Kamloops last week when…
iN PHOTOS: Baby quail bring extra dose of cuteness to Okanagan landscape
The California quail is a popular bird in the Okanagan, recognized by its comical topknot,…