During a meeting with the District of 100 Mile House and the media on Aug. 26, Randy Hawes, Minster of State for Mining, gave his thoughts about the proposed Prosperity copper-gold mine in the Chilcotin.
Hawes outlined the socioeconomic benefits that will apply to both First Nations and non-native communities if Prosperity proceeds.
READThe South Cariboo Meat Co-op (SCMC) has experienced a few hitches in getting its initial plan off the ground and is currently looking at a new strategy.
READThe local food bank is opening up for the season on Sept. 7.
READThe Agility Association of Canada (AAC)-sanctioned trial held on the weekend at Lumberman’s Park had all the indications of a Super Dog show.
READShumway Sprints, hosted
READThe North West Mud Racing Association “Amix Salvage” points series came to a close on Aug. 14-15 at Chilliwack’s Heritage Park, with two local drivers in the winners’ circle.
READ100 Mile House may be expanding by leaps and bounds if the new Blackstock Estates subdivision is any indication.
READQ: I’m overworked! I never seem to have time to finish everything. It’s especially frustrating because everyone else in our office seems to have plenty of free time. What can I do?
READEnvironmental hearings for a proposed oil sands pipeline across northern B.C. are underway, with opponents lining up against it.
READThere’s nothing quite like a Cariboo country night, and what makes it even better is a good helping of down-home country music and a heaping plate of sumptuous vittles.
READWith everything solidly in place now for the South Cariboo Garlic Festival, Aug. 28-29 at the historic Felker Homestead, about two kilometres north of Lac la Hache, main organizer Rob Fry is ready to put on the show.
READThe festival was “awesome,” says Jeanette McCrea, one of the South Cariboo Garlic Festival main organizers.
READThe Cops for Cancer Tour de North 2010 this month will have a 100 Mile House RCMP member.
READTotal Votes: 7
Current High Answer: Yes