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Kyra Grubb

Kyra moved to Kamloops (Tk’emlúps) just over five years ago from Kingston, Tennessee to study at Thompson Rivers University where she worked at The Omega, TRU’s independent student newspaper.

At The Omega, she fell in love with the writing process and the connections made when interviewing and is thrilled to be part of a new, independent publication serving the people of Tk’emlúps.

Kyra's Latest Articles

Local environmentalists urge dog owners to recreate with caution

“What owners might perceive as just playing can be a matter of life and death for wildlife,” says Ritcey, program manager at The Kamloops Naturalist Club

A lone bird sits on a branch surrounded by smokey skies.
Meet the volunteers behind Kamloops’ largest online wildfire group

The volunteer-led Facebook group, Kamloops Area Fire Watch, helps organize information disseminated by BC Wildfire Services and the TNRD.

Wildfire evacuations: are you prepared?

Download the Voyant app, get your go bags ready and review these important reminders.

A male and female volunteer stand behind the counter at a resource centre in Kamloops where unhoused folk frequent to escape the heat.
Collaboration is key for support when high heat threatens Kamloops’ most vulnerable 

We spoke with the city and community resources to learn how they collectively care for Kamloopsians during high heat.

Collecting and connecting: how Barnacle Records came to be

'We want to start conversations': Barnacle Records in Kamloops is a local spot to explore the world through music.

A girl who founded Girls Skate Kamloops shows off her skills on her skateboard.
Girls Skate Kamloops strives to make skateboarding more inclusive

Representation of girls is vital within the male-dominated sport says Girls Skate Kamloops organizer, Dianna Johnston.

Photo features rows of books upstairs at TNRL
Libraries in Kamloops offer more than books as temperatures rise

“It's an important role we can play in the community in times of need": Kamloops libraries offer respite from heat and poor air quality.

This photo features an old Edwardian style heritage building clad in red brick and stone at the corner of 1st and Victoria Street, downtown Kamloops.
Heritage homes in Kamloops offer a peek into the past

‘The history of Kamloops is wound through them’: heritage homes in the area provide a connection to those who built the city.

Smoky skies descend on Kamloops due to wildfires burning out of control in B.C. The image feature sage brush in front of a mountain nearly erased from view because of heavy smoke.
Early detection is vital in preparing for wildfire season, Kamloops fire expert says

The work is imperative to acting quickly to reduce damage, but forecasting seasonal fires is difficult, an expert told The Wren

A smoke plume glows orange against blue skies at sunset in Kamloops near Tranquille Creek Park, Lac Du Bois Grasslands.
Kamloopsians must prepare for poor air quality, not just flames, experts say

From air quality guidelines to HEPA filters, here’s how to prepare for what could be a smoky wildfire season in Kamloops.

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