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- Community involvementTracy Gray Apr 16 - 2972 views
- Boaters heed thisDan Albas Apr 15 - 15781 views
- Riding and the White BearBill Downey Apr 15 - 5940 views
Heather's Horoscope What's in your future? This is your horoscope stop, with psychic Heather Zais.
Horoscope: April 18-24 Apr 18, 2021
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Horoscope: April 4-10 Apr 4, 2021
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Writer's BlocWelcome to Writer’s Bloc, a column for guest writers to share their experiences with our readers.
What happened to us? Apr 17, 2021
Carbon tax will cost you Apr 5, 2021
Another scandal bites PM Mar 31, 2021
Carbon tax will cost you Apr 5, 2021
Another scandal bites PM Mar 31, 2021
Mortgage Matters April Dunn has been assisting clients to purchase, refinance, or renew their mortgages for over 20 years.
B.C. vacation properties Apr 17, 2021
Step 1 is pre-approval Apr 3, 2021
Reverse mortgage FAQs Mar 20, 2021
Step 1 is pre-approval Apr 3, 2021
Reverse mortgage FAQs Mar 20, 2021
Happy Gourmand Happy Gourmand is about enjoying life and living in the moment, and sharing that joy to keep those good vibes going.
Green with ambition Apr 17, 2021
Tall tales for small talk Apr 10, 2021
It's brunch season Apr 3, 2021
Tall tales for small talk Apr 10, 2021
It's brunch season Apr 3, 2021
In Your Service MP Tracy Gray serving her constituents of Kelowna-Lake Country
Community involvement Apr 16, 2021
Securing our future Apr 2, 2021
Priorities, recommendations Mar 19, 2021
Securing our future Apr 2, 2021
Priorities, recommendations Mar 19, 2021
Dan in Ottawa Dan Albas, MP for Central Okanagan-Similkameen-Nicola, keeps us posted on what's going on in Ottawa.
Boaters heed this Apr 15, 2021
Want a COVID passport? Apr 8, 2021
Accountability under threat Apr 1, 2021
Want a COVID passport? Apr 8, 2021
Accountability under threat Apr 1, 2021
On Balance Traffic safety seen through the lens of motorcyclist experience and knowledge.
Riding and the White Bear Apr 15, 2021
Ready, set, check your head Apr 1, 2021
Back in the Ride Life Again Mar 18, 2021
Ready, set, check your head Apr 1, 2021
Back in the Ride Life Again Mar 18, 2021
By the ounce By The Ounce is written by veteran journalist David Wylie, keeping you in the know about the growing weed industry. Follow on social media: @okanaganz.
Are you still high? Apr 14, 2021
Exorbitant cannabis fees Mar 17, 2021
What is Cannabis 3.0? Mar 3, 2021
Exorbitant cannabis fees Mar 17, 2021
What is Cannabis 3.0? Mar 3, 2021
New Thought Food for the mind and the heart, to encourage an awakening of the power and potential within everyone.
The chicken or the egg? Apr 14, 2021
Tilling garden of our mind Apr 7, 2021
Perfectly anxious Mar 31, 2021
Tilling garden of our mind Apr 7, 2021
Perfectly anxious Mar 31, 2021
Behind the Wheel A veteran columnist and traffic enforcement officer with the RCMP, Tim writes on all things traffic-related.
'Disabled' parking permits Apr 13, 2021
Bike lanes are for cyclists Apr 6, 2021
Watch out for the horse Mar 30, 2021
Bike lanes are for cyclists Apr 6, 2021
Watch out for the horse Mar 30, 2021
Don't mess with a soprano Sue Skinner tells us why we need art and artists in our life
Art hiding in plain sight Apr 13, 2021
A voice speaking in colour Apr 6, 2021
The singer and the song Mar 30, 2021
A voice speaking in colour Apr 6, 2021
The singer and the song Mar 30, 2021
The Mortgage Gal Mortgage professionals Laurie Baird and Tracy Head provide guidance for obtaining a mortgage, a new home, or planning a move.
Mortgage rules changing Apr 12, 2021
Mortgage frenzy Mar 29, 2021
Writing unconditional offers Mar 15, 2021
Mortgage frenzy Mar 29, 2021
Writing unconditional offers Mar 15, 2021
It's Your Money Certified financial planner Brett Millard translates complex investment, insurance and planning jargon into language everyone understands.
Inheritances for 'disabled' Apr 12, 2021
Income tax during COVID Apr 5, 2021
No-retirement plan blues Mar 29, 2021
Income tax during COVID Apr 5, 2021
No-retirement plan blues Mar 29, 2021
FIT Talk With Tania The FIT Nutritionist, Tania Gustafson, educates and shares valuable tips to help people achieve their health and weight loss goals without dieting and live longer, stronger, better lives, naturally.
Did you get your D? Apr 10, 2021
Why some don't do healthy Mar 27, 2021
Your body, your type Mar 13, 2021
Why some don't do healthy Mar 27, 2021
Your body, your type Mar 13, 2021
A Focus on Saving Lives Putting poverty in perspective
Camping in a sand storm Apr 9, 2021
ESG principle flawed Mar 26, 2021
How to save the world Mar 12, 2021
ESG principle flawed Mar 26, 2021
How to save the world Mar 12, 2021
Reflective Leadership Myrna works with organizations and individuals to turn their passion into impact.
The rhythm of living Apr 8, 2021
The Indecision storm Mar 25, 2021
Vision trumps self-doubt Mar 11, 2021
The Indecision storm Mar 25, 2021
Vision trumps self-doubt Mar 11, 2021
Okanagan Taste Allison Markin tastefully explores the wine, libations and food scene in the Okanagan, with thoughtful commentary and reviews of her favourite bottles.
Stand up, sip and ship Apr 7, 2021
Why not wine in a can? Mar 24, 2021
Celebrate Riesling Day Mar 10, 2021
Why not wine in a can? Mar 24, 2021
Celebrate Riesling Day Mar 10, 2021
Something From Everything Staggered attempts to make meaning and connections.
Flawed exteriors, interiors Mar 21, 2021
February trickery Feb 22, 2021
Parts and the whole Jan 25, 2021
February trickery Feb 22, 2021
Parts and the whole Jan 25, 2021
The Art of SpeakingPublic speaking and presentations are skills that can be learned and one of the most successful ways is through Toastmasters.
Words are like matches Mar 4, 2021
You think that's funny? Feb 24, 2021
5 common Zoom mistakes Dec 31, 2020
You think that's funny? Feb 24, 2021
5 common Zoom mistakes Dec 31, 2020
Health and Happiness Dr. Hannah Gibson brings you the latest health news and advice to help you live a happy and healthy life.
Health, happiness forever Feb 18, 2021
Ask the doctor Feb 4, 2021
Spotlight on: Arthritis Jan 21, 2021
Ask the doctor Feb 4, 2021
Spotlight on: Arthritis Jan 21, 2021
In A Pickle Doreen always has had a knack for getting herself in a pickle, whether it be with wild animals or difficult people. She thinks the problem might be herself.
Harbinger of death? Feb 8, 2021
Finding peace with collage Dec 14, 2020
Horse tramples dog Nov 30, 2020
Finding peace with collage Dec 14, 2020
Horse tramples dog Nov 30, 2020
Okanagan Eco-Noggin Jerry Vandenberg delves into the science behind environmental issues.
A burning crime Dec 29, 2020
The turtles are happy Aug 12, 2020
Practise coastal distancing Jul 20, 2020
The turtles are happy Aug 12, 2020
Practise coastal distancing Jul 20, 2020
Investment Real Estate With a well-deserved reputation as a real estate renegade, AJ Hazzi has been shaking up the Kelowna real estate scene since 2002.
2021 predictions for city Dec 17, 2020
A BRRRR strategy Oct 8, 2020
Sell high and buy low? Jul 30, 2020
A BRRRR strategy Oct 8, 2020
Sell high and buy low? Jul 30, 2020
Bonnie on Stage Bonnie Gratz is the Artistic Director of Kelowna's New Vintage Theatre, and offers us an exciting insider's view of local theatre.
City's Theatre Angel retires Nov 26, 2020
Vault of Horror open again Oct 29, 2020
Seriously! See Dead Serious Aug 26, 2020
Vault of Horror open again Oct 29, 2020
Seriously! See Dead Serious Aug 26, 2020
Transitions Ross Freake is the columns editor at Castanet.
Seize the (eternal) moment Sep 12, 2020
Turn, turn, turn Aug 13, 2020
Personal change is glacial Jul 16, 2020
Turn, turn, turn Aug 13, 2020
Personal change is glacial Jul 16, 2020
Achieving Justice Lawyer Paul Hergott is most drawn to, and passionate about, pursuing fair compensation for injured victims.
Parting is such sweet sorrow Jul 14, 2020
Police do Charter dance Jul 7, 2020
Resistance is futile in arrest Jun 30, 2020
Police do Charter dance Jul 7, 2020
Resistance is futile in arrest Jun 30, 2020
Dr. Oz's Vet Advice Dr. Oz of Rose Valley Veterinary Hospital provides expert advice and information about our pets.
COVID 19 and pets Mar 25, 2020
A vet's view of euthanasia Dec 23, 2019
Dogged by ACL tears Jul 4, 2019
A vet's view of euthanasia Dec 23, 2019
Dogged by ACL tears Jul 4, 2019
How's Your Waste Line? Make joy, not garbage Dec 16, 2019
Don't heave ho haz waste Nov 26, 2019
Waste-free lunches Oct 29, 2019
Don't heave ho haz waste Nov 26, 2019
Waste-free lunches Oct 29, 2019
The Joy of Travel Joy McGinnis shares her personal wanderlust and professional insight for emerging travel trends, destinations and useful "what now?" tips.
African Safari 101 Oct 21, 2019
Enjoy some Galapagos glory Oct 7, 2019
Your travel bucket list May 22, 2018
Enjoy some Galapagos glory Oct 7, 2019
Your travel bucket list May 22, 2018
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We occasionally have openings for new columnists.
Successful writers will show that they have a solid plan for a column, and demonstrate that they can generate fresh ideas weekly or bi-weekly. You will have good writing skills, the ability to meet deadlines, and a willingness to work with us on changes that we deem necessary.
If accepted, your submissions will be kept in the range of 500 to 800 words.
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