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Early in his career, Tim Hoeschmann worked on the oil rigs. Wanting to return the the Kootenays, he switched to drilling for water.

Travellers to and from the airport can again get a hot meal or a cool beverage before heading off to their final destination.

Damon Colgan has been appointed as New Executive Director at Cranbrook’s Canadian Museum of Rail Travel.

Re-elected Kootenay MLA Bill Bennett has again joined the BC Government cabinet as Minister of Energy and Mines and Minister Responsible for Core Review.

Robyn Hansen and Becky McArthur are making a great success of their floral and giftware business.

Cranbrook and Kimberley will be offering free gardening workshops as a part of the welcoming communities project.

Expanded wealth management services are available through a new partnership.

Farbrook Auto Wrecking would like to improve its methods of pollutant disposal and is hoping for City of Cranbrook zoning changes to allow this.

With a nest egg of $30, Frank Sandor worked hard and built the base for a business empire in just two years.

Cherry Creek Property Services in Kimberley, B.C., has doubled its business in the past year, said owners Chris and Laurie Weitzel.

Kootenay Business held its 2nd annual Influential Kootenay Women in Business Awards program to recognize and salute Kootenay women in business.

The Cranbrook and District Arts Council has come up with a fun way to engage people with an Urban Artsy Deer Quest and Competition.

College of the Rockies Alum Finalist Greg Snell is one of three finalists for Tourism Australia’s ‘Best Job in the World'.

The Basin Business Blender — A 3-part event for manufacturing and technology businesses being held in Cranbrook on Thursday, June 6th.

College of the Rockies' entrance expansion was completed in 2010. Now the design has achieved certification by Leadership in Energy and Environmetal Design.

Kootenay Business 2013 Influential Women in Business Awards nominees.

Clear Sky Farm has started developing an innovative cold-climate food forest on one acre near Fort Steele in the East Kootenay.

In February 2013, Michael Murphy, manager, Accounting and Assurance from the Cranbrook office of BDO, was presented with the award for 2012.

The popular St. Mary Angler Fly Shop, which shut its doors in Marysville last year, has re-opened in Cranbrook next to Pizza Hut.

Michael Murphy of the Cranbrook office of BDO Canada LLP, was selected by his peers for BDO’s CEO Award of Excellence.

From the Ground Up Organics is one of Cranbrook's newest businesses and though only open for few months the store is proving very popular with area consumers.

Talking cars brings back memories and initiates dreams for these Cranbrook, B.C. business owners.

College of the Rockies hosted 48 grade nine students from Elkford, Fernie, Jaffray and Cranbrook for a full day of trades-related activities.

When Tim Ross and Tracey Whiting offered to share their home-grown, grass-fed beef with a few friends, a business was born.

Dave and Corey Spring of Spring Honda in Cranbrook are focused on serving their customers well.

Diane Costerton of Allied Design in Fernie, B.C., uses her technical training to work with other professionals in the building trades.

College of the Rockies is now pleased to be a member of the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education

Sustainable energy expert Guy Dauncey shares realistic insight on solar energy

The opening of the Target store in Cranbrook, B.C.—on May 7, 2013—means many opportunities for employment and more options for local shoppers.

College of the Rockies will soon be offering haul truck operator training training at the Cranbrook Gold Creek and Fernie campuses.

North American Safari Company introduces the Echo 4x4 trailer, an off-road-capable addition to the North American camping scene.

COTR received high honours in a 2012 survey of international students with an overall rating of number one in Canada and number two in the world.

The Cranbrook Chamber of Commerce held their annual Evening of Excellence last Saturday at the St. Eugene Mission Resort near Cranbrook.

College of the Rockies is holding an information session for those interested in Health programs on Tuesday, April 16 from 4 pm to 6 pm in Room 205.

One of Cranbrook's newest businesses has opened at 627R Cranbrook Street North, (behind Lazy Bear Lodge), called NASC North American Safari Company.

The City of Cranbrook is pleased to be offering a public presentation on the value of solar energy in the area. The Solar Future is a free event.

Rick’s Fine Meats & Sausage in Cranbrook, B.C, creates quality crafted meat products for the Kootenay lifestyle.

CBT’s function is to benefit the Columbia Basin by working with communities to address their priorities and issues.

Bridges, hospitals, office buildings, libraries—these projects and more require the expertise of a structural engineer like Kelly Beriault of Cranbrook, B.C.

With a recent nod of approval from the Cranbrook city council developer, Smart Centres in Cranbrook will soon be adding another retail unit.

The international program at College of the Rockies is committed to providing the diversity needed in an increasingly global economy.

Owner Gordon Delamont talks about the history of his Cranbrook shop, E.H. Delamont Jeweler Ltd., the joys of working with his family, and the world of gems.

Retail products, a doggy daycare and well-trained staff keep clients coming back to Pretty Pooch Paws ’n’ Spa in Cranbrook, B.C., said owner Margie Leopold.

On April 17 we invite you to release your inner dragon, or shark, and join us at the Cranbrook Young Entrepreneur Show.

This announcement is for over $1.1 million in investment from the government of British Columbia and Columbia Basin Trust to support the College of the Rockies

Selling their handmade products for real money in a young entrepreneurs fair provided a powerful learning experience for elementary students in Cranbrook, B.C.

New general manager of Fort Steele Heritage Town Jennifer Dunkerson is gearing up for a busy spring and summer season at the popular visitors destination.

Target Canada unveiled a national brand TV spot which followed Target’s mascot dog, Bullseye, on a journey across Canada.

The seventh annual College of the Rockies Career and Job Fair continued its upward trend with great success.

The seventh annual Career and Job Fair is shaping up to be another great event.