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The latest Kelowna news headline in this feed is Kelowna council gives final approval to bylaw rezoning a portion of the Kelowna Springs property to industrial(opens in new window) from Wayne Moore. Kelowna IQ currently tracks 2,913 local news articles and 1,199 r/kelowna community posts from RSS and Reddit sources.

Kelowna council gives final approval to bylaw rezoning a portion of the Kelowna Springs property to industrial
Wayne Moore2h ago

Kelowna council gives final approval to bylaw rezoning a portion of the Kelowna Springs property to industrial(opens in new window)

Kelowna city council has given final approval for a bylaw that rezones a portion of Kelowna Springs golf course from parks and open space to general industrial.

Kelowna tech company mapping backcountry roads

Kelowna tech company mapping backcountry roads(opens in new window)

Watch Kelowna tech company mapping backcountry roads Video Online, on GlobalNews.ca

Global News2h ago
Kelowna Rockets acquire defenceman from Victoria

Kelowna Rockets acquire defenceman from Victoria(opens in new window)

The Kelowna Rockets have obtained the rights to 19-year-old defenceman Dane Sorensen in a deal with the Victoria Royals.

Wayne Moore2h ago
Okanagan College moves to meet growing tech demand

Okanagan College moves to meet growing tech demand(opens in new window)

Okanagan College is expanding its computer degree with cybersecurity, AI and honours options to meet B.C.'s growing demand for tech workers.

Rob Gibson3h ago
Kelowna streamlines voting ahead of October municipal election

Kelowna streamlines voting ahead of October municipal election(opens in new window)

Kelowna is adopting the provincial voters list for the first time ahead of this October's municipal election, allowing for faster check-ins and less paperwork at the polls.

Rob Gibson5h ago
Nominate a young sport leader for $1,000 award

Nominate a young sport leader for $1,000 award(opens in new window)

The Kelowna 2026 BC Summer Games are accepting nominations for the $1,000 Karina LeBlanc Game Changer Award, recognizing young leaders aged 16 to 24 who are creating opportunities for underrepresented

Rob Gibson5h ago
OneBC leader and MLA Dallas Brodie town hall draws supporters and protesters

OneBC leader and MLA Dallas Brodie town hall draws supporters and protesters(opens in new window)

A OneBC town hall featuring MLA Dallas Brodie at Kelowna's Parkinson Recreation Centre drew protesters and renewed debate Sunday over whether the city should allow municipal spaces to platform controv

Rob Gibson6h ago

The 120th birthday party for the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce goes on and on(opens in new window)

The Kelowna Chamber of Commerce mixed business with pleasure for its 120th birthday. The pleasure was the bash at the Laurel Packinghouse last week.

Steve MacNaull7h ago
Protesters gather as One B.C. uses Kelowna-owned venue to host meeting

Protesters gather as One B.C. uses Kelowna-owned venue to host meeting(opens in new window)

One B.C. paid just over $1,000 to rent a room at Parkinson Recreation Centre

none8h ago
Protesters gather as One B.C. uses Kelowna-owned venue to host meeting

Protesters gather as One B.C. uses Kelowna-owned venue to host meeting(opens in new window)

One B.C. paid just over $1,000 to rent a room at Parkinson Recreation Centre

none8h ago

Later high school bell would save district $500K(opens in new window)

High school classes in the Central Okanagan could start 15 minutes later this fall in a bid to improve the efficiency of the school bus system. Instruction would also extend 15 minutes later than the current dismissal time so total in-school hours would be unaffected. TNCMS.AdManager.init ({ domain: "www.kelownadailycourier.ca", secureDomain: "kelownadailycourier.ca", virtualregion: { popup: __tnt.ads.popup }, callback: { expandable: __tnt.ads.expandable, html: __tnt.ads.html, image: __tnt.ads.i

RON SEYMOUR10h ago
Driver found in crisis after Rutland crash early Monday morning

Driver found in crisis after Rutland crash early Monday morning(opens in new window)

Kelowna RCMP deployed a police dog unit to locate a driver in crisis early Monday after a high-speed collision at Highway 33 and McKenzie Road.

Rob Gibson10h ago

Think Kelowna is just wine tours? The locals would like a word.(opens in new window)

Ask someone from Calgary or Vancouver what you do in Kelowna and you'll get the same answer: wine tours. Fair ...

Pattison Media10h ago
Kelowna sending 4 youth to represent on Team BC at national football tourny

Kelowna sending 4 youth to represent on Team BC at national football tourny(opens in new window)

The 2026 Canada Cup is being held in Winnipeg July 11-20

Brittany Webster10h ago
Kelowna Rockets acquire rights to BCHL champion defenceman

Kelowna Rockets acquire rights to BCHL champion defenceman(opens in new window)

Dane Sorensen won the BCHL championship with the Brooks Bandits

Jordy Cunningham13h ago
TIMPERIO, Giuseppe "Joe" - Kelowna Obituaries

TIMPERIO, Giuseppe "Joe" - Kelowna Obituaries(opens in new window)

Kelowna obituaries, Penticton obituaries, Vernon obituaries, Westside obituaries, Okanagan obituaries, obituaries, funeral homes

castanet.net15h ago
The Red Shoe Jazz Picnic ft: Anna & Loni

The Red Shoe Jazz Picnic ft: Anna & Loni(opens in new window)

This picnic type atmosphere is aptly titled, “If The Shoe Fits” and each ticket includes; welcome bubbles, tastings, tasty nibbles, sweet...

castanet.net15h ago
Senior lacrosse playoff partners to be finalized in Vernon

Senior lacrosse playoff partners to be finalized in Vernon(opens in new window)

Kamloops visits Vernon Thursday to close out regular season; Kelowna Raiders clinch second place

Roger Knox15h ago
Kelowna adopting provincial voters list for upcoming municipal election

Kelowna adopting provincial voters list for upcoming municipal election(opens in new window)

‘Making it easier to participate is one of the most important ways we can support democracy’

Jordy Cunningham15h ago
JEIDER, Amanda Jeanette - Kelowna Obituaries

JEIDER, Amanda Jeanette - Kelowna Obituaries(opens in new window)

Kelowna obituaries, Penticton obituaries, Vernon obituaries, Westside obituaries, Okanagan obituaries, obituaries, funeral homes

castanet.net15h ago
NEVILLE, Sharon Suzanne - Kelowna Obituaries

NEVILLE, Sharon Suzanne - Kelowna Obituaries(opens in new window)

Kelowna obituaries, Penticton obituaries, Vernon obituaries, Westside obituaries, Okanagan obituaries, obituaries, funeral homes

castanet.net15h ago
BARNETT, Mallery Noel - Kelowna Obituaries

BARNETT, Mallery Noel - Kelowna Obituaries(opens in new window)

Kelowna obituaries, Penticton obituaries, Vernon obituaries, Westside obituaries, Okanagan obituaries, obituaries, funeral homes

castanet.net15h ago
102-Year-Old Kelowna man celebrates birthday by parasailing over Okanagan Lake

102-Year-Old Kelowna man celebrates birthday by parasailing over Okanagan Lake(opens in new window)

102-Year-Old Kelowna man celebrates birthday by parasailing over Okanagan Lake

Madison Reeve16h ago
Kelowna man accused of domestic assault granted bail, despite allegedly breaching prior release 'almost immediately.'

Kelowna man accused of domestic assault granted bail, despite allegedly breaching prior release 'almost immediately.'(opens in new window)

A Kelowna man arrested for domestic assault last week allegedly returned to the house of the alleged victim “almost immediately” after he was released by police, despite being explicitly barred from r

Nicholas Johansen16h ago
From Marvel to inspiring young artists at Kelowna ComiCon

From Marvel to inspiring young artists at Kelowna ComiCon(opens in new window)

After more than three decades away from the comic book industry, veteran artist Neil Hansen is returning to the convention circuit but not for the attention.

Kathy Michaels16h ago
Kelowna company DOUBL teams up with two retailers on finding proper fit

Kelowna company DOUBL teams up with two retailers on finding proper fit(opens in new window)

Kelowna company DOUBL, which specializes in clothing fit technology, has forged a partnership with two retailers.

Kirk Penton1d ago
Angel Way closed to Kelowna cyclists and pedestrians this week

Angel Way closed to Kelowna cyclists and pedestrians this week(opens in new window)

Angel Way between Parkinson Way and the Okanagan Rail Trail is set to close to cyclists and pedestrians. The closure begins Monday, June...

Contributed by the City of Kelowna1d ago
Honour the memory of a loved one at Kelowna's annual Butterfly Effect event

Honour the memory of a loved one at Kelowna's annual Butterfly Effect event(opens in new window)

The Central Okanagan Hospice Association (COHA) warmly invites the community to its beloved annual event, The Butterfly Effect, on Saturday,...

Contributed by the Central Okanagan Hospice Association1d ago
Denim on the Diamond will return to Kelowna's City Park in September

Denim on the Diamond will return to Kelowna's City Park in September(opens in new window)

A long-running Kelowna music festival will return to City Park in September.

Nicholas Johansen1d ago
Section of Lakeshore Road fully closed tonight

Section of Lakeshore Road fully closed tonight(opens in new window)

A full closure of Lakeshore Road near Gyro Beach is needed overnight. The City of Kelowna says the lakefront route will be shut down...

Josh Duncan1d ago
Plans in works for new industrial development on north side of Kelowna

Plans in works for new industrial development on north side of Kelowna(opens in new window)

Plans are in the works for a large structure in Kelowna’s northern industrial area.

Kirk Penton1d ago

Plane that flew around the world to promote Expo 86 is now a showpiece in Kelowna(opens in new window)

This story has it all. A Kelowna tie-in, a Vancouver element, international overtones, three anniversaries and the tale of the most influential air.

Steve MacNaull1d ago

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