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No dogs allowed: Dangerous algae at popular lake near Kamloops
July 03, 2025 - 6:00 PM

An emergency veterinary hospital in Kamloops alerted dog owners to the dangers of a potential blue and green algae bloom in nearby Nicola Lake after several sick dogs were admitted into their care over the weekend.
iN NUMBERS: Species invading the Okanagan and Kamloops
July 02, 2025 - 5:00 AM

Usually when we talk about doing right by Mother Nature we talk about preservation, but in the case of these problematic pests in the Thompson and Okanagan regions it’s best to butcher them.
iN PHOTOS: Arrowleaf balsamroot blooms in Okanagan, Kamloops
April 23, 2025 - 4:00 AM

Every April the vibrant yellow blooms of arrowleaf balsamroot brightens up hillsides in the Thompson-Okanagan region, and they’re a popular subject of photography and painting.
iN VIDEO: Drone videographer captures backcountry gems in Southern Interior
April 22, 2025 - 4:00 AM

Kamloops resident Will Hill showcases the natural wonders of the Shuswap, Kamloops, Hope and Princeton areas with his drone videos including plunging waterfalls, serene lakes and both burnt and lush forest landscapes.
iN PHOTOS: Animal moms and spring babies in Kamloops, Okanagan
April 04, 2025 - 4:00 AM

Spring has sprung in Kamloops and the Okanagan, and local farms and ranches are welcoming new life.
iN PHOTOS: Spring flowers in dry grasslands of Kamloops, Okanagan
April 02, 2025 - 4:00 AM

The grasslands in Kamloops and the Okanagan are home to a wide variety animals and insects, and drought-adapted flowers are blooming this time of year.
North Okanagan ranchers charged over 2023 irrigation ban
February 07, 2025 - 7:30 AM

The owners of a North Okanagan cattle ranch have been charged for allegedly ignoring a contentious irrigation ban that saw farmers go head-to-head with government officials in the summer of 2023.
Meat aisle sticker shock? Buying local beef in Kamloops, Okanagan an affordable option
January 24, 2025 - 7:00 AM

Some shoppers at major grocery outlets in Kamloops and the Okanagan are suffering from sticker shock when looking at the costs of meat these days, especially beef, and the staggering prices are prompting more interest in sourcing the protein locally.
‘It’s scary’: Similkameen bands say once-pristine waterways tainted by mine waste
December 21, 2024 - 8:00 AM

Facing questions from sm?lqmíx community members about mine contamination in a Similkameen Valley creek, a senior representative for the Copper Mountain Mine insisted she would drink the water herself.
iN PHOTOS: No kidding, Penticton farm offers lease-a-goat service
December 09, 2024 - 6:00 AM

Sometimes experiences are the best Christmas gifts you can give to a loved one, especially if it involves leasing a goat for a few days a year.
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iN PHOTOS: Six delicious berries growing in Okanagan, Kamloops
There are numerous kinds of juicy berries growing in Kamloops and the Okanagan in early summer each with bright colours, unique flavours and packed with nutrients. While some berries like raspberries are more common to find growing in garde

Texas governor calls for special session after vetoing a bill to ban THC-infused goods
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott vetoed a bill that would have banned consumable hemp products containing THC ingredients in the state, but said he's open to lawmakers passing a new effort to regulate what has become a boomin

Is Tide a pesticide? BC contractor who put detergent on rooftop sparks legal fight
A BC contractor that used Tide laundry detergent to remove moss from a condo building's roof has sparked a legal battle between the province and an arms length environment appeal board. The question is: Is Tide laundry detergent a pesti

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