In today's episode:

• Record-breaking 284 overdose calls in BC, 20 in Nanaimo
• City approves 350K for Hammond Bay Road roundabout
• VIU chef Simon Martin selected for Team Canada at Culinary World Cup
• Rare six-planet alignment visible from Nanaimo skies
• VIU researchers tracking tire toxin threatening salmon streams
• BC minimum wage rising to 18.25 per hour in June
• No imminent threat to Canada amid US attack on Iran
• Canucks fall 5-1 to Seattle Kraken
• BC Winter Games wrap up in Trail-Rossland

What's happening around town:

• Harbour Dance Studios March Showcase - Port Theatre, March 2
• Coffee Concert: Sarah Hagen - Port Theatre, March 3