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Pacific Coastal Airlines now provides daily non-stop flights between Cranbrook and Kelowna, B.C.

North Star GM in Cranbrook is business as usual as the busy General Motors dealership is undergoing major renovations and expansion.

College of the Rockies Chemistry 101 students watch an atomic absorption spectrophotometer in action.

Daniel Kellie, direct from Sydney, Australia is the new owner at Revelstoke’s Glacier House Resort.

Warren Bedell is the second generation of his family to offer quality appliance sales, parts and service in Cranbrook.

Thanks to funding by the governments of Canada and British Columbia and Columbia Basin Trust a new 28-unit affordable housing development is underway in Salmo.

College of the Rockies will be offering two new trades programs at the main campus in Cranbrook starting February 3, 2014.

Newcap Inc. and Clear Sky Radio Inc. have both submitted applications to the CRTC to operate a new radio station based in Cranbrook.

BC has a target of a 50 per cent increase in the number of international students studying in the province by 2016.

New Castlegar Kia dealership is now open on Columbia Avenue in Castlegar.

Optometrist Christine Chatten has been practising in Kimberley for over 15 years.

In the heart of downtown is Kimberley’s newest restaurant, Heartbeet Vegetarian Bistro.

The Recreational Fisheries Conservation Partnerships Program is funding initiatives that help in the productivity and sustainability of recreational fishing.

Christina Lake Golf Club head professional Kevin Maffioli has been named the PGA of BC Golf Professional of the Year.

Cranbrook to join BizPaL, a program that makes it easier to start and run a business.

Good food and live music are the hallmarks of the new Legendary Byng Roadhouse in Cranbrook

Roxul is celebrating a milestone and, after a busy summer, is operating an environmentally friendly upgrade at its Grand Forks facility.

Sprout Grocery is thriving in its new location, continuing to offer the best groceries available.

Marsha Walden appointed as Destination British Columbia's inaugural Chief Executive Officer.

Kootenay Mountain Works in Kimberley, B.C., is the second incarnation of Kootenay Cycle works, which was destroyed by fire in December 2012.

Home Hardware in Cranbrook has been a busy place with a bevy of awards and owners that love the people they work with.

On the brink of its 60th year, KMC/Kootrac has introduced a 3000 series to better serve industries around the world.

The team of Mica Heli-ski, Vic Van Isle (VVI) Construction, CEI Architecture and all the accompanying trades were awarded with the prestigious Hospitality award

The Powder Highway website and the reach of social media have leveraged the attraction of B.C.'s Kootenay Rockies region as a snow-sport destination.

At the UBCM conference in Vancouver in September, Wood Works! BC announced the winners of the 2013 Community Recognition Awards.

The Kimberley and District Chamber of Commerce has long served the best interests of the area and looks forward to continued growth and community.

Joe Hockley, Dennis Hockley and Jody McInnes have exciting plans for the elegant and luxurious Cherry Creek Estate near Cranbrook, B.C.

A free public forum, "Water Matters", to be held at the Creston & District Community Complex at 7pm on Tuesday, Nov. 12th, 2013

Y&R Water Sales in Grand Forks was Business of the Year thanks to a dedication to serving the region and focusing on customers.

This new sailing school in Windermere could not be in a better location for outdoor recreation lovers.

Maggie's Mug is in town, and it's offering a selection of delectable menu options.

The Dance Connection is Nelson's newest dance studio.

The Yasodhara Ashram is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2013.

Hipperson's Home Hardware in Nelson has been operating for 90 years and counting.

The B.C. Mayors Caucus will be held in Cranbrook and Kimberley in 2014.

This adventure tourism program could teach new riders and tour guides all they need to know.

This coffee shop has Trail residents raving over its home cooking and java drinks.

Cranbrook Signs is now under a new name, with new ownership.

Silly Monkeys Childcare is a combined centre that allows little ones to learn new skills.

Susan Leigan is the new owner of Kicking Horse Embroidery in Nicholson, B.C.

A young man's film is recognized at the Banff Mountain Film and Book Festival.

Brilliant Bridge has been honoured by Heritage BC with its highest award—Outstanding Achievement.

The Best Community Tourism Initiative – Winner Nelson/ Kootenay Lake Tourism, Red Mountain Resort, Tourism Rossland and Whitewater Resort

Alison Walker and Michael duToit recently bought the former Fields store on the Platzl in Kimberley, B.C., and are considering their options.

A facelift to city hall, tax breaks for business property improvements and development of industrial land warm the business climate in Kimberley, B.C.

Cinderella's Organic Housekeeping was created to provide a safe and green alternative to the harsh chemical cleaners we're all familiar with.

Dr. Nish’s dental practice in Cranbrook has moved into a brand-new building—something that is great for both his office and the community

Several upgrades are now complete at Canfor’s Elko sawmill and the project should wrap up in late spring of 2014.

Two new tourism awards were handed out at the recent Annual General Meeting of Kootenay Rockies Tourism held in Rossland.

This hot sauce company is making a great impression on the local culinary scene.