The East Kootenay’s eight municipal councils (not counting the appointed Jumbo Glacier Resort council), the Regional District of East Kootenay’s seven Electoral Area directors and…
City Director of Engineering Jamie Hodge retiring
After nearly seven years at the helm of the Engineering Department of the City of Cranbrook, Jamie Hodge is calling it a career. Hodge, who…
Essential community service in need of support
The Fernie Child Care Society provides daycare services for up to 28 children from local families. Providing a safe nurturing environment where children from 10…
Celestial Rhythms – Week 2
January 6 – 12 Beware the Power of Mind By Khoji J Vihara The year 2014 began with celestial fireworks, adding a special encore to…
Ktunaxa Jumbo Resort challenge begins in BC Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of British Columbia will hear the Ktunaxa Nation’s challenge of the approval of a Master Development Agreement for Jumbo Glacier Resort, beginning today…
Sparwood Business Retention & Expansion project launched
Sparwood is planning to implement a Business Retention and Expansion (BRE) project designed to stimulate economic development and growth. The District of Sparwood, Sparwood Chamber…
Program helps young parents succeed in school
Lakey Stager and Devon Thomas knew that it would be challenging trying to balance raising two young boys while attending school. But thanks to new…
Skier injured in Corbin Road area avalanche
Sparwood Search and Rescue was activated at 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, January 5 to rescue a backcountry skier who had sustained minor injuries after being…
2013 in the East Kootenay
When it comes time to sort through the previous year’s work to compile ‘year in review’ specials, it always amazes me how much natural beauty…
B.C. mining remained strong in 2013
B.C.’s mining industry continues to grow and expand as new projects, construction starts and expansions drove job creation and investment throughout the mining industry in…