Drew Wilson
Drew brings more than four decades of experience to the Kootenay newsroom. His career has taken him across Ontario, the Northwest Territories and B.C. Drew combines his love of radio and community with his passion for sports.
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Public hearing into Nelson Police misconduct
A public hearing has been called to probe possible misconduct by three current and three former Nelson City Police officers.
Erickson is getting ready for the international stage
The 22-year-old middle distance runner from Nelson is coming off a second-place finish in the men's 800 metres at the NCAA championships on his home track at the University of Oregon.
Erickson snatches silver
A strong season on the track continues for Matti Erickson. The middle-distance runner from Nelson finished second in the men's 800-metres at the NCAA outdoor track and field championships.
High Streamflow Advisory issued for much of the West Kootenay
A high streamflow advisory for much of the province includes the West Kootenay.
Human-caused wildfire burning near Gray Creek
A human caused fire is burning out of control in the Gray Creek area on the east shore of Kootenay Lake.
Kootenay unemployment on the rise
The Kootenay unemployment continues to rise.
Missing but never forgotten: The search for Chris Newton
"We will never give up."That's the vow of Christine Moore as the search for her son Christopher Newton continues.The 33-year-old was last seen in Nelson in August of last...
Nelson case makes it to BC Legislature
The case of an 18-year-old Nelson girl has made it to the floor of the BC Legislature.Skeena MLA Claire Rattée said the girl's father, who is a recovering drug...
Balfour wildfire contained
The BC Wildfire Service does not expect a blaze near Balfour to get any bigger.They have declared the Queens...
Kootenay pair perform on ice
Teagan Kendrick and Bryce Sookro continue to get accolades for outstanding seasons.Kendrick led all BCHL netminders during the regular...
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Nelson police reports major drop in several crime categories
The Nelson Police Department credits a drop in several key crime categories to proactive efforts by officers and the public.Â
B.C. forecast to reach record high $11.6B deficit this year
British Columbia’s deficit is only going up, according to the latest budget update.
B.C. Green candidates shared visions for party future in weekend leadership debate
B.C. Green party candidates faced off in a leadership debate Saturday in downtown Victoria.Â
Nelson Police issue e-bike reminder
An increase in e-bike riders, and related complaints, has the Nelson Police Department reminding users they must follow the same rules as vehicles when on the road.Â
Elections BC fines 2022 Nelson mayoral candidate
A mayoral candidate in Nelson’s 2022 civic election has been fined under the Local Elections Campaign Financing Act.Â
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