Cell service coming to Lake Koocanusa

After years of no bars, the times of lacking cell service in the Lake Koocanusa and South Country area are numbered. After lobbying for a cell tower for a long time, concerned residents and local politicians now have confirmation that Telus has applied for a tenure with the provincial government... more

Bill Bennett is named Minister for Tourism

As expected, BC Premier Gordon Campbell announced a cabinet shuffle in his government on Monday and East Kootenay MLA Bill Bennett will be part of his team going forward. In a ceremony at Government House in Victoria Bennett was sworn... more

• BC residents get cheque in the mail
• Kimberley addresses climate change adaptation
• Province funds planning for municipal infrastructure projects

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Tournament ends the season

It may be more of an American pastime, but our Canadian kids have no trouble competing as well. To some, there's nothing like the smell of a hot dog, the crack of a bat, and the smell of old leather.... more

• Scott Beattie joins Ice coaching team
• Outlaws host annual tournament
• Ed Chynoweth is elected to Hockey Hall of Fame

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Funding for Aboriginal business advocates

Last week, the provincial and federal governments confirmed their commitment to investing in Aboriginal business advisory services to further and improve small business exploration, development and operations in the Kootenays. On behalf of the Minister of Western Economic Diversification, Rona... more > more

Celebrating all kinds of accordion music

Which event in the Kootenays has been attracting visitors from across the globe for 34 years and has made the list of 'Top 100 events in North America', joining such recognized events as the Winter Carnival in Montreal, the Calgary... more > more