News Items tag as: Thompson Okanagan geology

iN PHOTOS: Why rockhounding in Kamloops rocks
November 27, 2024 - 6:00 AM

Kamloops rockhound and geology enthusiast Lloyd Rempel loves rocks and has been collecting them and studying them for decades.
iN PHOTOS: Cool rock formations to find in the Thompson-Okanagan
May 13, 2024 - 6:00 AM

There are many wondrous geological formations to be found in the Thompson-Okanagan region, including hoodoos, balancing rocks and basalt columns.
Kamloops rock musician crazy about a different kind of rock
January 01, 2024 - 7:00 AM

You might have seen a Kamloops rock hound at markets around the Tournament Capital this year, drawing crowds and showcasing polished, multi-coloured gems he’s dug up from the local area.
Amazing Lumby and Keremeos hiking destinations formed in the wake of volcanic eruptions
October 04, 2020 - 8:00 AM

The Okanagan has plenty of amazing views and but two popular sites in the South and North Okanagan stand out in a camera lens as unique against the typical landscape.
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THOMPSON: Why the draconian abortion ban in Texas should worry all Americans
OPINION If you want to know what just one facet of America will look like under Trump, Vance and MAGA Republicans - simply look at Texas. You haven’t read - for the most part - about most of the deaths of pregna

Where to get weird and exotic snacks in Kelowna
Arabic malt energy drinks, protein Snickers bars, an edible Barbie dream house, Snoop Dogg chips; if any of those exotic snacks pique your interest there are places to get them in Kelowna. Seoulful Convenience specializes in Korean snacks a

Nebraska judge's ruling moves the state closer to legalizing medical marijuana
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Three weeks after Nebraska voters overwhelmingly approved medical marijuana the state moved a step closer to allowing it Tuesday when a judge ruled that the petitions that put the question on the ballot were valid.

HOUSING CRISIS: Kelowna factory builds economic, sustainable modular homes
When most people think of assembly lines they think of cars, toys or things you find on a department store shelf. A factory in Kelowna has an assembly line for houses that builds them quickly, sustainably and economically. SRI Homes is a co

iN PHOTOS: Why rockhounding in Kamloops rocks