Teryn Midzain
Teryn is a News Reporter based in Quesnel, B.C. He started his career in local journalism in Abbotsford, B.C, where he attended the University of the Fraser Valley studying English and Media Communications. He spent six months living in London, UK, studying journalism and working in the field before returning to focus on building a long-term career. A passionate sports enthusiast, he moonlights as an amateur race car driver and plays Dungeons & Dragons when he is not on the clock or out in nature.
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Nazko’s first Potato Harvest yields an impressive amount for the community
Nazko First Nation hosted its first Potato Harvest Festival, harvesting over 2000 potatoes and produce for the community.
100 Mile RCMP investigating series of break ins near the downtown
100 Mile House RCMP are investigating a series of break and enters and reported thefts on and near Dogwood Avenue. Four break and enters and theft incidents were reported on Dogwood Avenue on September 18.
Counterfeit $100 bills found circulating in 100 Mile House
100 Mile House RCMP have seized six counterfeit 100-dollar bills found circulating at local businesses. Police are asking local merchants to be vigilant, and report when they find counterfiet currency.
Xeni-Taseko Evacuation Alert lifted
The Evacuation Alert for the Xeni-Taseko Area has been lifted. The Alert was issued by the Xeni Gwet'in First Nation Government, Tŝilhqot’in National Government and the Cariboo Regional District on September 13, 2025 at 9:15 p.m.
Moffat Bridge to have single lane traffic in the morning
The Moffat Bridge in Quesnel, leading to and from West Quesnel will be down to single-lane alternating traffic from 4 am to 8 am on Wednesday, September 24 while maintenance will be conducted by the City of Quesnel.
Quesnel Parents and Teachers ‘outraged’ at School Trustee’s approved 35 per cent raise
Teachers and Parents in Quesnel are left "outraged" as the School District 28's Board of Trustees approved a 35 per cent raise for themselves on September 17's School Board Meeting, that will allegedly directly cut classroom funding.
Gook Road to Quesnel Hydraulic Road Closed until September 26
Residents in South Quesnel are being advised that Gook Road near the Dragon Creek Dam will be closed for the next few days, while the dam is undergoing routine maintenance.
KIJHL Week 1: Cariboo teams fight to break even through opening weekend
The KIJHL season has started. At the end of the first weekend, all three Cariboo teams are sitting with one win and one loss each.
‘Roos game to still go on despite afternoon fire at West Fraser Centre
A fire in the West Fraser Centre on Saturday afternoon almost caused the Quesnel Kangaroos' season opener against the Williams Lake Stampeders to be canceled. Crews were able to get on site and begin clean up in time, assuring that the game will go on.
Truck fire the cause of grassland fire near 100 Mile House ice rink
A truck caught fire on Wrangler Way in 100 Mile House, that spread onto the nearby grass, creating a wildland fire. 100 Mile House Fire Department was able to contain the blaze quickly, and report no one was injured.
Evac Alert in Holtry Creek Lifted
The Ulkatcho First Nation and the Cariboo Regional District have rescinded the Evacuation Alert in the Holtry Creek Fire Area. The Alert was issued on September 16 and included portions of the Dusty Lake Fire Zone, approximately 310 km west of Williams Lake. The alert covered 65 parcels and 26,826 hectares.
Quesnel Kangaroos and Rodeo extend their lucrative partnership
The Quesnel Kangaroos and the Quesnel Rodeo Club have extended their partnership producing the annual Barn Dance during the Billy Barker Days festival, ahead of the Kangaroo's upcoming 2025 season in the CIHL.
After 40 years, Rick Hansen’s inspirational song more relevant than ever
Rick Hansen and his Man in Motion Tour, and St. Elmo's Fire (Man in Motion) song is celebrating its 40th anniversary in September.
Culture Days kicking off in Quesnel this weekend
The annual Culture Days are back in Quesnel from September 19 until October 12. Returning this year is the Art Trail that takes people across the Quesnel and surrounding community to discover new art, and talk to the artists on their experiences.
Police say MVI cause of small wildfire north of Williams Lake
A motor vehicle incident 18 km north of Williams Lake ignited a small wildfire along side Highway 97. Williams Lake RCMP says the drivers involved in the incident both walked away with no injuries.
Horsefly River Salmon Festival sees high attendance both in and out of the water
The Horsefly River Salmon Festival had a big turnout both in and out of the water at this year's event. 700 people from across the province and internationally came up to see an estimated 50,000 salmon swim up the Horsefly River.
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Another Evacuation Alert lifted in the Chilcotin
The Evacuation Alert for the Nuntsi Creek Fire area issued by the Xeni Gwet'in First Nation Government, Tsilhqot'in National Government and the Cariboo Regional District has been lifted.
Postal workers strike as Ottawa signals end of door-to-door delivery
The Canadian Union of Postal Workers launched an immediate nationwide strike Thursday after the federal government ordered Canada Post to begin a sweeping overhaul that could spell the end of traditional door-to-door delivery.
Nazko’s first Potato Harvest yields an impressive amount for the community
Nazko First Nation hosted its first Potato Harvest Festival, harvesting over 2000 potatoes and produce for the community.
“We’d love to see a sea of orange shirts in Boitanio Park in Williams Lake”
Students throughout the Cariboo-Chilcotin School District have been invited to attend a very special event tomorrow (September 26) in Boitanio Park in Williams Lake.
B.C. Conservative leader calls for repeal of Indigenous rights legislation
B.C. Conservative Leader John Rustad said Indigenous title rights and private property rights cannot co-exist with private property rights.
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