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Kim Anderson
Originally from a northern B.C. town that boasts a giant fly fishing rod and a population of 3,100, Kim moved to Kamloops in 2011 to attend Thompson Rivers University. Kim is as comfortable behind a camera as she is writing on her laptop. After graduating with a degree in journalism, Kim has been busy with an independent freelance writing project and photography work. Contact Kim at kanderson@infonews.ca with news tips or story ideas.
Kim's Stories
Kelowna’s new top cop named
KELOWNA – In the New Year, Kelowna RCMP will have a new leader. Insp. Brent…
Firefighters snuff out West Kelowna chimney fire
WEST KELOWNA – West Kelowna Fire Rescue responded to a chimney fire in the Lakeview…
Globalization partly to blame for quality of education in the Global South
The development of education as a business, can lead to over-worked faculty and poorly-trained students,…
In support of Kelowna’s homeless
On December 5, 2016, Kelowna's city council voted unanimously to amend a bylaw against sitting…
Frozen ponds and winter trail safety
With the consistently frosty temperatures and recent snowfall in Kelowna, Park Services staff are reminding…
A guide to the holiday closures in the City of West Kelowna
The City of West Kelowna wishes everyone happy holidays and reminds the public of the…
Education reform in BC historically not democratic
How and what BC children learn in schools has traditionally been politically driven and largely…
Care packages for Kelowna’s homeless
Care packages in the form of stockings are being put together to hand out to…
Central Okanagan french immersion review
At the Board of Education Public Meeting held on Wednesday, December 14, 2016, the Board…
Central Okanagan Economic Development Commission announces 2017 advisory board
A service of the Regional District of Central Okanagan, the COEDC has a 40+ member…
Province and Creative BC announce $3.8 million in funding for music industry
1. LIVE MUSIC PROGRAM $2.5 million has been dedicated to support the Live Music program. …
Registration now open for adult and youth art classes offered this winter at the Kelowna Art Gallery
Kelowna, BC: It’s a new year for artists too! Start 2017 off with a commitment…
Valley First New York New Years at Jim Stuart Park
The community favorite and now annual tradition of the "Valley First New York New Years"…
‘Rogue One’ soars to second-best December debut with $155M
LOS ANGELES – "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story" soared to the top of the…
Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week
TORONTO – Five things to watch this week in Canadian business: Finance ministers meeting: Federal…
Apps for haggard parents with a wailing child on a flight
There are few things worse than getting on a plane and discovering a wailing child…
TRENDING NOW: Cat tries to fit in a little box
Simon's Cat is a series of shorts about a cat who gets into all sorts…
Son of slain Alberta couple calls ‘zombie’ laws ‘booby traps’ for judges
ST. ALBERT, Alta. – An Alberta man who saw a murder conviction in the case…
Newfoundland man finds girl he saved from fire 65 years ago living next door
CONCEPTION BAY SOUTH, N.L. – Edward 'Kip' Malone says he has been dogged by the…
Jordan shooting ambushes kill 10, including Canadian tourist
KARAK, Jordan – Gunmen ambushed Jordanian police in a series of attacks Sunday, including at…
United Way CSO strives to make positive change in your community
'Tis the season of giving and the United Way needs your help to heat up…
Snowfall warning issued for Trans-Canada Highway
THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – Motorists planning to travel on the Trans-Canada Highway via Eagle Pass to Rogers…
Looking for a forever home; Kelowna SPCA pet of the week
KELOWNA – Salo is a very calm and affectionate orange tabby. SPCA staff say he…
Kelowna City facility holiday hours
Kelowna City Hall will be closed for the holidays from Monday, Dec. 26, 2016 through…