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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.
Vernon hiker picking up one piece of litter a day; challenges others to do the same
Ryan Van Veen is a construction worker in Vernon who spends a lot of time…
Rare chance for a northern lights show in Kamloops, Okanagan this weekend
There's a strong chance the northern lights will appear in the sky over Kamloops and…
Closure of day spaces in Kamloops has homeless man organizing protest at city hall
Some members of Kamloops' homeless population are feeling fearful and angry after hearing about the…
iN PHOTOS: Sun rises behind plane spraying for invasive moth in Kamloops
A plane spraying a biological insecticide could be seen flying over Kamloops neighbourhoods at the…
Indian Relay Races part of this year’s Kamloopa Pow Wow for first time
Professional horseback riders will kick up the dust and wow crowds in Kamloops late next…
iN PHOTOS: Murals brighten spaces, tell local stories in Kamloops, Okanagan
Murals add pops of colour to the sides of buildings in Kamloops and the Okanagan,…
Family of missing Merritt murder victim overwhelmed with rumours, questions
The brother of a missing Merritt man believed to be the victim of homicide is…
WE DO RECOVER: Kamloops mother leaves life of crime and drugs behind
Looking at Kamloops mother Joni Reed it’s difficult to fathom how many years she survived…
iN PHOTOS: Splish, splash birds take a bath in Kamloops, Okanagan
These birds were spotted this spring bathing and preening in rivers and lakes in the…
Kamloops community pioneers rural wildfire fighting model by cooperating with authorities
A rural community south of Kamloops is pioneering an exciting wildfire fighting model that could…
From frost to drought: Strong start to Okanagan asparagus season despite challenges
It’s finally asparagus season at a North Okanagan farm after cooler spring weather pushed back…
iN PHOTOS: Fa(sss)scinating snakes sunbathe in Kamloops, Okanagan
Several species of snakes have been spotted sunning themselves in Kamloops and the Okanagan this…
Kamloops’ first commercial art gallery to jazz up downtown strip
Nightlife in downtown Kamloops is about to get more eclectic as the first commercial art…
Thieves steal thousands of dollars worth of jewelry from Kamloops hospital thrift store
A volunteer run thrift store that brings in money for the hospital in Kamloops was…
LOOK UP: Eta Aquarids meteor shower building to peak in Kamloops, Okanagan
The annual Eta Aquarids meteor shower has been amping up since the middle of April…
iN PHOTOS: Warty, wet and web-toed amphibians busy breeding in Kamloops, Okanagan
Many species of amphibians are busy this time of year, living and breeding in wetlands…
Kamloops man fighting to get mom with dementia into long-term care
Kamloops resident Stewart Streifel has the power of attorney for his mother who has dementia.…
iN PHOTOS: Abandoned buildings add character to landscapes in Kamloops, Okanagan
There's something quaint about abandoned old houses, cabins and churches that slowly crumble in backcountry…
Uncle Chris the Clown marks 25 years entertaining families in Kamloops, Okanagan
Families across the southern Interior might be familiar with Uncle Chris the Clown, and that's…
iN PHOTOS: Images of downy baby owls captured in Kamloops, Okanagan
Baby owls are being born in Kamloops and the Okanagan and they are covered with…
FILLING THE GAPS: Getting ready for closure of homeless support centre in Kamloops
Members of the community gathered at The Loop resource centre on the North Shore in…
iN PHOTOS: Perfect conditions for Pink Moon photos in Kamloops, Okanagan
The full Pink Moon was hanging big and bright in the sky over Kamloops and…
‘A spicy lady’: Kamloops fire department celebrates oldest team member
A beloved senior in Kamloops is being celebrated for her impressive 35 years of service…
New season of dragon boating launches in Kamloops
Paddles hit the water earlier this month to kick off a new season for dragon…