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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
Clouds and some rain in the forecast for the Okanagan this weekend
OKANAGAN – Plan for clouds and showers on the weekend in the Okanagan, with Saturday…
TRENDING NOW: Severe flood pounds historic town
Natural disasters can happen in an instant. The historic Ellicott City, Maryland got pounded with…
TRENDING NOW: Smart parking solution
Street parking is the worst. Check out this creative, space-saving parking solution.
UPDATE: High number of abandoned campfires discovered after B.C. day long weekend
THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – At least 38 abandoned campfires were discovered during the B.C. day long weekend…
Bain told doctor in 2012 he could be judged ‘crazy,’ sent to mental institution
MONTREAL – Accused election night shooter Richard Henry Bain told a forensic psychiatrist in 2012…
P.E.I. beachfront mansion sells for record price tag after years on market
ST. PETERS BAY, P.E.I. – After almost eight years on the market, a massive, beachfront…
TRENDING NOW: Flower girl on the run
You've probably heard of a runaway bride, but have you ever seen a runaway flower…
Derek Hatfield, Canadian who sailed around the world twice, dead at 63
A Canadian sailor celebrated for two solo voyages around the world and years of passionate…
US construction spending drops 0.6 per cent in June
WASHINGTON – U.S. construction spending fell for a third straight month in June with spending…
Mind your fingers: Canada’s only shark derbies get underway in Nova Scotia
HALIFAX – For most Canadians, sharks are objects of mystery and fear — unblinking, primeval…
Toby Keith named headliner for 2017 Merritt Rockin’ River Fest
THOMPSON-OKANAGAN – Famed country superstar Toby Keith will take the stage in Merritt B.C next…
The Slovenian Society of Okanagan donates more than $14,000 to the KGH Foundation
KELOWNA – The Slovenian Society of Okanagan is celebrating its 35th anniversary and has generously…
JOEY Restaurants to support Kelowna Women’s Shelter with charity
KELOWNA – Starting this summer, JOEY Restaurants is expanding the Cup of Care philanthropy program…
Trampoline park injuries jump 12-fold as the trend spreads
CHICAGO – Trampoline park injuries have soared as the indoor jumping trend has spread. That's…
Drivers still liable in accidents, even in near-driverless cars, says law firm
OTTAWA – Until Canadians own cars that truly drive themselves, they can forget getting off…
Rancher calls for action to reduce elk numbers at Alberta military base
SUFFIELD, Alta. – Jeff Lewandoski has a grudging admiration for his biggest enemy but equates…
August could bring high temperatures, rain and storms
OKANAGAN – August is expected to start off with high temperatures, but may bring rain…
Driving over ramp too fast may have damaged temporary water line in Saskatchewan
PRINCE ALBERT, Sask. – Government officials say efforts to activate a temporary water pipeline following…
George Takei calls Donald Trump to task, in Spanish
LOS ANGELES – George Takei is speaking out against GOP presidential candidate Donald Trump, and…
TRENDING NOW: Man skydives without parachute
Some people have skydiving listed on their bucket list. But do you know anyone who…
‘Game of Thrones’ to end after season 8, but 7th still ahead
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. – HBO has confirmed what "Game of Thrones" fans never wanted to…
Wizard magic: JK Rowling hopes Harry Potter play goes global
London is under Harry Potter's spell once more — and J.K. Rowling hopes the rest…
Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week
TORONTO – Five things to watch this week in Canadian business: Take a break: Fretting…
How transit, airlines react to abusive posts from customers on social media
TORONTO – A union grievance over abusive tweets directed at the some Toronto Transit Commission…