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- Right of wayTim Schewe 6:00 am - 365 views
- Cheaper not always betterTracy Head Sep 27 - 6937 views
- Inflation worriesBrett Millard Sep 27 - 4946 views
- Aging yet agelessReen Rose Sep 26 - 9687 views
- Horoscope: Sept. 26-Oct. 2Heather Zais Sep 26 - 11388 views
- Healthy eatingTania Gustafson Sep 25 - 6545 views
- Tasting in the momentKristin Peturson-Laprise Sep 25 - 1796 views
- German weinfeste Sep 24 - 5637 views
- Interstellar visitorKen Tapping Sep 24 - 7351 views
Behind the Wheel A veteran columnist and traffic enforcement officer with the RCMP, Tim writes on all things traffic-related.
Right of way Sep 28, 2021
Driving without a licence Sep 21, 2021
Driver's licence restrictions Sep 14, 2021
Driving without a licence Sep 21, 2021
Driver's licence restrictions Sep 14, 2021
The Mortgage Gal Mortgage professionals Laurie Baird and Tracy Head provide guidance for obtaining a mortgage, a new home, or planning a move.
Cheaper not always better Sep 27, 2021
Mortgage preparation Sep 13, 2021
Right time to buy a home? Aug 30, 2021
Mortgage preparation Sep 13, 2021
Right time to buy a home? Aug 30, 2021
It's Your Money Certified financial planner Brett Millard translates complex investment, insurance and planning jargon into language everyone understands.
Inflation worries Sep 27, 2021
Student tax deductions Sep 20, 2021
High cost of education Sep 13, 2021
Student tax deductions Sep 20, 2021
High cost of education Sep 13, 2021
Heather's Horoscope What's in your future? This is your horoscope stop, with psychic Heather Zais.
Horoscope: Sept. 26-Oct. 2 Sep 26, 2021
Horoscope: Sept. 19-25 Sep 19, 2021
Horoscope: Sept. 12-18 Sep 12, 2021
Horoscope: Sept. 19-25 Sep 19, 2021
Horoscope: Sept. 12-18 Sep 12, 2021
FIT Talk With Tania The FIT Nutritionist, Tania Gustafson, educates and shares valuable tips to help people achieve their health and weight loss goals without dieting and live longer, stronger, better lives, naturally.
Healthy eating Sep 25, 2021
Eat right, stress less Sep 11, 2021
Exercise, diet help the mind Aug 28, 2021
Eat right, stress less Sep 11, 2021
Exercise, diet help the mind Aug 28, 2021
Happy Gourmand Happy Gourmand is about enjoying life and living in the moment, and sharing that joy to keep those good vibes going.
Writer's BlocWelcome to Writer’s Bloc, a column for guest writers to share their experiences with our readers.
Dan in Ottawa Dan Albas, MP for Central Okanagan-Similkameen-Nicola, keeps us posted on what's going on in Ottawa.
Life after election Sep 23, 2021
Concerned about Canada Aug 12, 2021
Election within days? Aug 5, 2021
Concerned about Canada Aug 12, 2021
Election within days? Aug 5, 2021
Okanagan Taste Allison Markin tastefully explores the wine, libations and food scene in the Okanagan, with thoughtful commentary and reviews of her favourite bottles.
New Thought Food for the mind and the heart, to encourage an awakening of the power and potential within everyone.
The Art of Speaking Public speaking and presentations are skills that can be learned and one of the most successful ways is through Toastmasters.
Ready to talk Sep 20, 2021
A pitch with purpose Sep 2, 2021
Presentation that's on 'point' Aug 19, 2021
A pitch with purpose Sep 2, 2021
Presentation that's on 'point' Aug 19, 2021
Mortgage Matters April Dunn has been assisting clients to purchase, refinance, or renew their mortgages for over 20 years.
Mortgage request declined Sep 18, 2021
Solutions for self-employed Sep 4, 2021
Co-signing a mortgage Aug 21, 2021
Solutions for self-employed Sep 4, 2021
Co-signing a mortgage Aug 21, 2021
Wilson on Water Street Columnist Adam Wilson takes a critical look at what's going on at City Hall.
Sign of the times Sep 17, 2021
City is a real estate mogul Aug 26, 2021
Council fields dissent Jul 29, 2021
City is a real estate mogul Aug 26, 2021
Council fields dissent Jul 29, 2021
Bonnie on Stage Bonnie Gratz is the Artistic Director of Kelowna's New Vintage Theatre, and offers us an exciting insider's view of local theatre.
Ready. Set. Fringe! Sep 16, 2021
Class of ‘87 on centre stage Jun 10, 2021
City's Theatre Angel retires Nov 26, 2020
Class of ‘87 on centre stage Jun 10, 2021
City's Theatre Angel retires Nov 26, 2020
By the ounce By The Ounce is written by veteran journalist David Wylie, keeping you in the know about the growing weed industry. Follow on social media: @okanaganz.
My vote goes to pot Sep 15, 2021
Weed drink and munchies Sep 1, 2021
Missing 420 with friends Aug 18, 2021
Weed drink and munchies Sep 1, 2021
Missing 420 with friends Aug 18, 2021
On Balance Traffic safety seen through the lens of motorcyclist experience and knowledge.
Smokin' your stops Sep 9, 2021
Insane attempts at passing Jul 22, 2021
Can't stop on a dime Jul 8, 2021
Insane attempts at passing Jul 22, 2021
Can't stop on a dime Jul 8, 2021
In A Pickle Doreen always has had a knack for getting herself in a pickle, whether it be with wild animals or difficult people. She thinks the problem might be herself.
The buck stops there Sep 6, 2021
A dog's wedding Aug 23, 2021
In grandmother's footsteps Aug 9, 2021
A dog's wedding Aug 23, 2021
In grandmother's footsteps Aug 9, 2021
In Your Service MP Tracy Gray serving her constituents of Kelowna-Lake Country
Federal debt ticks up, up, up Aug 6, 2021
Gun buyback misguided Jul 23, 2021
Raw sewage being dumped Jul 9, 2021
Gun buyback misguided Jul 23, 2021
Raw sewage being dumped Jul 9, 2021
Reflective Leadership Myrna works with organizations and individuals to turn their passion into impact.
Transitions Ross Freake is the columns editor at Castanet.
Going into the cold May 31, 2021
Leaping into old age Apr 23, 2021
Seize the (eternal) moment Sep 12, 2020
Leaping into old age Apr 23, 2021
Seize the (eternal) moment Sep 12, 2020
Investment Real Estate With a well-deserved reputation as a real estate renegade, AJ Hazzi has been shaking up the Kelowna real estate scene since 2002.
2021 predictions for city Dec 17, 2020
A BRRRR strategy Oct 8, 2020
Sell high and buy low? Jul 30, 2020
A BRRRR strategy Oct 8, 2020
Sell high and buy low? Jul 30, 2020
The Joy of Travel Joy McGinnis shares her personal wanderlust and professional insight for emerging travel trends, destinations and useful "what now?" tips.
African Safari 101 Oct 21, 2019
Enjoy some Galapagos glory Oct 7, 2019
Your travel bucket list May 22, 2018
Enjoy some Galapagos glory Oct 7, 2019
Your travel bucket list May 22, 2018
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