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Kootenay Lake is experiencing its highest level since 1974.

U.S. and Canada working together to reduce Kootenay Lake flooding

The normal water level behind Montana’s Libby Dam has been exceeded in an effort to reduce flooding impacts along the Kootenay River...

Kootenay Lake is experiencing its highest level since 1974.
Peterman Road in West Creston.

RDCK issues precautionary evacuation alert in West Creston

The RDCK has declared a state of local emergency and a precautionary evacuation alert due to flooding in West Creston...

Peterman Road in West Creston.
Overwaitea Foods manager Char Stunder (centre) presents a cheque for $652 to Creston-Kootenay Foundation directors Heather Suttie (left) and Ted Hutchinson.

Overwaitea Foods donates $652 to Creston-Kootenay Foundation

Overwaitea Foods recently presented a cheque for $652 to the Creston-Kootenay Foundation...

Overwaitea Foods manager Char Stunder (centre) presents a cheque for $652 to Creston-Kootenay Foundation directors Heather Suttie (left) and Ted Hutchinson.
An area of the Goat River off Highway 21 that is often used as a beach in the summer is covered with deep and fast-moving water.

RDCK declares state of emergency in Area B west of Creston

The Regional District of Central Kootenay has declared a state of local emergency in Area B southwest of Creston...

An area of the Goat River off Highway 21 that is often used as a beach in the summer is covered with deep and fast-moving water.
(From left) Tania Bilcik, Steve Bilcik, Betty Martin, Kelly Moberg and Dale Moberg.

Creston’s Pyramid Building Supplies donates $1,000 to Relay for Life

Pyramid Building Supplies supported the Canadian Cancer Society’s Relay for Life by donating $1,000 to Betty Martin’s team...

(From left) Tania Bilcik, Steve Bilcik, Betty Martin, Kelly Moberg and Dale Moberg.
This spillway was dug following partial breaches and overtopping of the Crawford Creek dike.

Crawford Bay evacuation order rescinded following assessment of creek

Residents in 16 Crawford Bay homes were allowed to return home this afternoon after an evacuation order was lifted...

This spillway was dug following partial breaches and overtopping of the Crawford Creek dike.
Following the temporary closure of Kootenay Pass earlier in the day, a lot of traffic visited the Kootenay Bay ferry landing.

UPDATED: Washout closes Highway 3A along Kootenay Lake’s East Shore

Highway 3A along Kootenay Lake's East Shore is expected to be closed through noon tomorrow, according to www.drivebc.ca...

Following the temporary closure of Kootenay Pass earlier in the day, a lot of traffic visited the Kootenay Bay ferry landing.
An area of the Goat River off Highway 21 that is often used as a beach in the summer is covered with deep and fast-moving water.

Flood watch issued for Creston Valley rivers

The BC River Forecast Centre has issued a flood watch for the Kootenay region, including the Creston Valley's Moyie and Goat rivers...

An area of the Goat River off Highway 21 that is often used as a beach in the summer is covered with deep and fast-moving water.
(From left) Creston Lions Club chili cook-off organizer Henry Schoof, Chloe Seiler (third place), Ken Smith (second place) and Michelle Staggs of Buffalo Trails Coffee House (first).

Creston Lions Club awards chili cook-off winners

On Sunday afternoon, the Creston Lions Club’s annual chili cook-off was once again part of the Creston Valley Blossom Festival weekend...

(From left) Creston Lions Club chili cook-off organizer Henry Schoof, Chloe Seiler (third place), Ken Smith (second place) and Michelle Staggs of Buffalo Trails Coffee House (first).
Velle and Aaron Weitman performing at the opening stage show of the 71st annual Creston Valley Blossom Festival.

Citizen of the year named at Creston Valley Blossom Festival opening

Phil Thomas was named the 2012 citizen of the year, Velle Weitman Trio and Wendell Ferguson performed...

Velle and Aaron Weitman performing at the opening stage show of the 71st annual Creston Valley Blossom Festival.
Some of the art that was featured at the 2012 Focus on Youth Art show.

Images from Creston’s 2012 Focus on Youth art show

Creston Valley students had their work featured in an art show held at the Creston Valley Chamber of Commerce during Focus on Youth...

Some of the art that was featured at the 2012 Focus on Youth Art show.
Students in one of the 2012 Focus on Youth concerts.

Images from Creston’s Focus on Youth 2012, Part 2

Creston Valley students took part in 12 concerts at Prince Charles Theatre from April 30-May 4 as part of Focus on Youth...

Students in one of the 2012 Focus on Youth concerts.
Students in one of the 2012 Focus on Youth concerts.

Images from Creston’s Focus on Youth 2012, Part 1

Creston Valley students took part in 12 concerts at Prince Charles Theatre from April 30-May 4 as part of Focus on Youth...

Students in one of the 2012 Focus on Youth concerts.
About 30 members of local Tai Chi groups celebrated World Tai Chi and Qigong Day on Saturday.

Creston groups join forces for Tai Chi and Qigong Day

About 30 members of Creston Valley Tai Chi groups met in Millennium Park on Saturday morning to celebrate...

About 30 members of local Tai Chi groups celebrated World Tai Chi and Qigong Day on Saturday.
Alex Nilsson was the first Creston medal bearer on day 239 of the Rick Hansen Relay.

Photos from Rick Hansen Relay day 239 in Creston

The Rick Hansen Relay arrived in Creston on Wednesday afternoon...

Alex Nilsson was the first Creston medal bearer on day 239 of the Rick Hansen Relay.
Kaitlyn Zolynsky and Phil Thomas during day 240 of the Rick Hansen Relay.

Photos from Rick Hansen Relay day 240 in Creston

The Rick Hansen Relay arrived in Creston on Wednesday afternoon and left on Thursday morning...

Kaitlyn Zolynsky and Phil Thomas during day 240 of the Rick Hansen Relay.
The Rick Hansen Medal will be carried by 13 Crestonites, each of whom will receive a slightly smaller replica to keep.

Tight schedule for Creston and Crawford Bay Rick Hansen medal bearers

Creston Valley medal bearers will start relaying with the Rick Hansen Medal at the welcome sign at Creston’s east end on April 18...

The Rick Hansen Medal will be carried by 13 Crestonites, each of whom will receive a slightly smaller replica to keep.
Creston's Kootenay Employment Services was a busy place on April 12, when a job fair was held for the new Ramada Inn.

Creston Ramada Inn job hunters pack Kootenay Employment Services

Over 100 Creston Valley residents attended a job fair for Creston's Ramada Inn yesterday...

Creston's Kootenay Employment Services was a busy place on April 12, when a job fair was held for the new Ramada Inn.
The Old Kootenay Channel Bridge will be closed each morning next week from 6-7 a.m., with twice-daily closures to follow starting April 16.

West Creston morning bridge closures to continue next week

This week’s morning closure of the Old Kootenay Channel Bridge in West Creston will continue next week...

The Old Kootenay Channel Bridge will be closed each morning next week from 6-7 a.m., with twice-daily closures to follow starting April 16.
Creston Town Hall is located on 10th Avenue North.

Briefs from the March 27 Creston town council meeting

A development variance permit was passed without incident, when no responses were made to the notices mailed by town hall...

Creston Town Hall is located on 10th Avenue North.