Plan now, not later, for fires
Mall burns down in fire
Local surge in gun crime
Student cleanup finds body
Disappointed with ruling
18 hours to find victims
Iran seizes 2 Greek tankers
$1B collapse settlement 
Kids: 'Please send police'
Aurora Cannabis shares tank
Natural gas hits 14-yr high
Canfor mills still curtailed
Blazers push T-Birds to brink
Memorial Cup to Kamloops
Grand slam for local girl
Shakira loses tax fraud case
Charli XCX loses voice
Depeche co-founder dies
- Dandy dandelionsKristin Peturson-Laprise 4:00 am - 527 views
- The work of an MPTracy Gray May 27 - 2257 views
- Cosmic 'lighthouses'Ken Tapping May 27 - 2411 views
- 'Catch and release' concernDan Albas May 26 - 5880 views
- Enhance your influenceKaren Knight May 26 - 2534 views
- Politicians' popularity May 25 - 5129 views
- Dealing with adversityCorinne Crockett May 25 - 3235 views
- EV charging stationsAdam Wilson May 24 - 6968 views
- Pedestrian safety at nightTim Schewe May 24 - 3661 views
Happy Gourmand Happy Gourmand is about enjoying life and living in the moment, and sharing that joy to keep those good vibes going.
In Your Service MP Tracy Gray serving her constituents of Kelowna-Lake Country
The work of an MP May 27, 2022
Passport renewal delays May 13, 2022
Public inquiry launched Apr 29, 2022
Passport renewal delays May 13, 2022
Public inquiry launched Apr 29, 2022
Dan in Ottawa Dan Albas, MP for Central Okanagan-Similkameen-Nicola, keeps us posted on what's going on in Ottawa.
'Catch and release' concern May 26, 2022
Drop vax card for air travel? May 19, 2022
More judicial discretion May 12, 2022
Drop vax card for air travel? May 19, 2022
More judicial discretion May 12, 2022
Volunteer Matters Veteran volunteer, volunteer coordinator and leader of volunteer organizations, Karen Knight helps others in the sector deal with the myriad of issues associated with non-for-profit organizations.
Enhance your influence May 26, 2022
Language of volunteering May 19, 2022
'Firing' volunteers May 12, 2022
Language of volunteering May 19, 2022
'Firing' volunteers May 12, 2022
Writer's BlocWelcome to Writer’s Bloc, a column for guest writers to share their experiences with our readers.
Politicians' popularity May 25, 2022
Economic worries May 22, 2022
Baby formula shortage May 22, 2022
Economic worries May 22, 2022
Baby formula shortage May 22, 2022
New Thought Food for the mind and the heart, to encourage an awakening of the power and potential within everyone.
Dealing with adversity May 25, 2022
The wrong measure May 18, 2022
Writing a new script May 11, 2022
The wrong measure May 18, 2022
Writing a new script May 11, 2022
Wilson on Water Street Columnist Adam Wilson takes a critical look at what's going on at City Hall.
EV charging stations May 24, 2022
Housing by the numbers Apr 5, 2022
Rezoning to lower price? Mar 6, 2022
Housing by the numbers Apr 5, 2022
Rezoning to lower price? Mar 6, 2022
Behind the Wheel A veteran columnist and traffic enforcement officer with the RCMP, Tim writes on all things traffic-related.
Pedestrian safety at night May 24, 2022
Seller beware! May 17, 2022
Tools to catch speeders May 10, 2022
Seller beware! May 17, 2022
Tools to catch speeders May 10, 2022
The Mortgage Gal Mortgage professionals Laurie Baird and Tracy Head provide guidance for obtaining a mortgage, a new home, or planning a move.
Mortgage changes, helpers May 23, 2022
Preparing for a mortgage May 9, 2022
Fixed versus variable Apr 25, 2022
Preparing for a mortgage May 9, 2022
Fixed versus variable Apr 25, 2022
It's Your Money Certified financial planner Brett Millard translates complex investment, insurance and planning jargon into language everyone understands.
GICs as investment tools May 23, 2022
Prescribed rate loans May 16, 2022
Popularity of HELOCs May 9, 2022
Prescribed rate loans May 16, 2022
Popularity of HELOCs May 9, 2022
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.
Life is a cabaret May 22, 2022
Ready. Set. Fringe! Sep 16, 2021
Class of ‘87 on centre stage Jun 10, 2021
Ready. Set. Fringe! Sep 16, 2021
Class of ‘87 on centre stage Jun 10, 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.
Healthy trace minerals May 21, 2022
One percent gets results May 7, 2022
Weight-loss myths Apr 9, 2022
One percent gets results May 7, 2022
Weight-loss myths Apr 9, 2022
Something From Everything Staggered attempts to make meaning and connections.
A narrow place May 20, 2022
Taking another look at faith Apr 19, 2022
The shifting season Mar 21, 2022
Taking another look at faith Apr 19, 2022
The shifting season Mar 21, 2022
Okanagan Taste Allison Markin tastefully explores the wine, libations and food scene in the Okanagan, with thoughtful commentary and reviews of her favourite bottles.
Sustainable wine industry May 18, 2022
Toast mom with these wines May 4, 2022
Celebrating Earth Day Apr 20, 2022
Toast mom with these wines May 4, 2022
Celebrating Earth Day Apr 20, 2022
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.
Mortgage Matters April Dunn has been assisting clients to purchase, refinance, or renew their mortgages for over 20 years.
Qualifying for a mortgage May 14, 2022
Income tax owing? Apr 30, 2022
Reverse mortgage options Apr 16, 2022
Income tax owing? Apr 30, 2022
Reverse mortgage options Apr 16, 2022
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.
Eat, drink, and get high May 11, 2022
High-powered summit Apr 27, 2022
Said 'cannabis' nine times Apr 13, 2022
High-powered summit Apr 27, 2022
Said 'cannabis' nine times Apr 13, 2022
The Art of Speaking Public speaking and presentations are skills that can be learned and one of the most successful ways is through Toastmasters.
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.
Speculating or investing? Feb 23, 2022
2021 predictions for city Dec 17, 2020
A BRRRR strategy Oct 8, 2020
2021 predictions for city Dec 17, 2020
A BRRRR strategy Oct 8, 2020
Heather's Horoscope What's in your future? This is your horoscope stop, with psychic Heather Zais.
Horoscope unavailable Jan 16, 2022
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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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