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When it comes to water security, small rural communities in BC largely left high and dry
September 10, 2023 - 1:00 PM

B.C.’s small rural communities striving for water security as droughts become the norm still sink or swim without much assistance from the province, policy experts say.
Hundreds allowed to return home near Kamloops as evacuation order eases
July 28, 2023 - 1:03 PM

An evacuation order covering hundreds of properties south of Kamloops, B.C., has been scaled back to an alert as crews make good progress containing a wildfire about 10 kilometres south of the city.
How you water the garden can save you money, gallons and your plants, too
June 24, 2023 - 11:30 AM

Until I installed soaker hoses throughout my vegetable beds this year, I’d always watered my plants by hand, which over the years had become tiresome.
Gardening success means avoiding these common mistakes
May 25, 2022 - 9:00 PM
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Much of gardening is learned by trial and error – for many, mostly error.
Gardening when it's dry: Prep soil, select plants wisely
September 08, 2021 - 5:30 AM
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Is your summer a summer of drought? No need to sit back and accept what Mother Nature offers — you can soften the impact of dry weather on your garden.
Extreme heat forces Summerland into Stage 2 water restrictions
June 28, 2021 - 3:56 PM

With the mercury climbing into the 40 degree plus range daily for the next few days, and no let up of heat anytime soon, the District of Summerland is warning that water consumption must drop by 30 per cent.
Stage 1 water restrictions and level 3 drought continue in Vernon
September 09, 2017 - 11:30 AM

VERNON - Stage 1 water restrictions continue in Vernon as well as a Level 3 Drought for the region.
Armstrong lifts stage two watering restrictions
August 20, 2015 - 5:30 PM

ARMSTRONG - While the province remains under a level four drought rating, the City of Armstrong has decided to relax watering restrictions.
Armstrong moves to elevated watering restrictions
August 06, 2015 - 11:30 AM

ARMSTRONG - Armstrong residents are being told to cut back on water use.
Elevated watering restrictions in effect for Greater Vernon Water customers
July 07, 2015 - 12:51 PM

VERNON - Heavier water restrictions are being imposed on Greater Vernon residents.
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iN NUMBERS: Beer, wine and spirits in Kamloops, Okanagan
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Texas governor calls for special session after vetoing a bill to ban THC-infused goods
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