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Miranda Miller
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Writer, editor, rabble rouser, woman about town. Technical writing gun for hire; Editor at OwenSoundCurrent.com; blogging at MidlifeNomads.com; Top 100 for News on Substack.
Traveling solo sounds romantic… until you’re crawling to the door for soup and hugging the toilet bowl at 3am, wondering if the local cats will make a meal of you before an actual human finds you. #travel #nomadlife #writerslife
Coliving, In Sickness & In Health
Traveling solo sounds romantic… until you’re crawling to the door for soup and hugging the toilet bowl at 3am, wondering if the local cats will make you a meal before an actual human finds you.
www.midlifenomads.com
November 12, 2025 at 11:59 AM
Chef Roger Mooking and Olympian Donovan Bailey are leading a relief drive for communities in western Jamaica. Grey County residents can donate at Rocklands Market in Berkeley on November 16.
Roger Mooking and Donovan Bailey Lead Jamaica Relief Drive With Local Drop-Off in Berkeley
Chef Roger Mooking and Olympian Donovan Bailey are leading a relief drive for communities in western Jamaica. Grey County residents can donate at Rocklands Market in Berkeley on November 16.
www.owensoundcurrent.com
November 11, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Reposted by Miranda Miller
@pressprogress.ca needs your solidarity and support right now more than ever

We’re raising money to pay our legal bills – and to be blunt, we’re going to need a lot of help

If you’re able, please help us out and support our Journalism Defence Fund:

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PressProgress: Defend Canadian Journalism
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November 7, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Reposted by Miranda Miller
Caylan Ford is suing me and PressProgress, along with trusted news organizations like CBC News, the Toronto Star, as well as other award-winning journalists

Caylan Ford says she wants to “impose costs” on us as part of a larger crusade to “fight back against cancel culture” 🙄
November 7, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Coliving spaces around the world are transforming the way we spend the colder months. Think less tourist trap, more intentional living: curated communities that bring together curious, creative people from all walks of life. #nomadlife
Winter Travel Mojo: Where To Find Motivation, Inspiration & Coliving Community This Season
Skip the all-inclusive this winter. Discover cozy coliving retreats built for remote work, creativity, and connection — from French castles to island studios.
www.midlifenomads.com
November 7, 2025 at 5:22 PM
On November 1, Owen Sound Current marks two years of reporting local news — two years of showing up, digging in, and listening. This milestone belongs not just to our small editorial team and contributing writers, but to every reader, source, and supporter who helped us get here.
Two Years In, 'Owen Sound Current' Proves the Power & Necessity of Local News Media
As we celebrate our second anniversary, Owen Sound Current's publisher and editor reflect on our growth and thank the community for proving that local news still matters.
www.owensoundcurrent.com
October 30, 2025 at 1:40 PM
“Owen Sound author Miranda L. Miller’s new book, published by The Ginger Press, explores Flowerpot Island’s deep natural and cultural roots, urging visitors to travel with care and purpose.” Check it out! #flowerpotisland #sustainabletourism #georgianbay
New Book Shares the Stories That Shaped Flowerpot Island — and Why They Matter Now More Than Ever
Owen Sound author Miranda L. Miller’s new book, published by The Ginger Press, explores Flowerpot Island’s deep natural and cultural roots, urging visitors to travel with care and purpose.
www.owensoundcurrent.com
October 30, 2025 at 8:09 AM
Reposted by Miranda Miller
Resident Jim Hutton questions Owen Sound Council's decision to invest $75,000 in public washrooms that will not be open 24/7 and shares a solution municipalities across Canada are implementing. #opinion #letters
Letter: Owen Sound’s Public Washroom Plan Misses the Mark, Says Resident
Jim Hutton questions Owen Sound Council's decision to invest $75,000 in public washrooms that will not be open 24/7 and shares a solution municipalities across Canada are implementing.
www.owensoundcurrent.com
October 29, 2025 at 11:44 AM
Reposted by Miranda Miller
Local news updates involving Grey County, Meaford Council, North Bruce Peninsula, musician Kaleb Hikele, CBC anchor Heather Hiscox, OSHaRE, and more. #owensound #news
Weds Oct 29 – Owen Sound & Area News
Local news updates involving Grey County, Meaford Council, North Bruce Peninsula, musician Kaleb Hikele, CBC anchor Heather Hiscox, OSHaRE, and more
www.owensoundcurrent.com
October 29, 2025 at 11:46 AM
After more than 40 years on air, CBC’s Heather Hiscox returns to her roots, sharing reflections on community, curiosity, and what she hopes comes next for her — and for local media in Canada — in this exclusive interview. #cbc #heatherhiscox
Heather Hiscox on the Power of Place, Her Love of Canada & What Comes Next
After more than 40 years on air, CBC’s Heather Hiscox returns to her roots, sharing reflections on community, curiosity, and what she hopes comes next for her — and for local media in Canada.
www.owensoundcurrent.com
October 29, 2025 at 11:42 AM
I caught up with Heather Hiscox ahead of the final stop on her CBC Morning Live farewell tour, happening tomorrow in our hometown of Owen Sound.

In this first article of our exclusive interview series, Heather shares her early writing inspiration, memories and mentors.

#news
Heather Hiscox on Her Owen Sound Roots and How Local Radio Shaped a Lifetime in Journalism
In an exclusive interview, CBC anchor Heather Hiscox shares memories of her early days at CFOS in Owen Sound and reflects on the importance of community storytelling.
www.owensoundcurrent.com
October 27, 2025 at 8:26 PM
My latest — and likely last — report from Edinburgh, this time as a special to CBC. The three men wanted in connection with the homicide of Owen Sound restaurateur Sharif Rahman’s homicide have agreed to extradition, to face a trial in Canada. #news #canada #crime
Scottish court says 3 men accused of killing Owen Sound restaurateur will face trial in Canada | CBC News
Three men charged in connection with the killing of a beloved Owen Sound, Ont., restaurateur have agreed to be extradited from Scotland to stand trial in Canada.
www.cbc.ca
October 22, 2025 at 1:54 AM
At @owensoundcurrent.bsky.social, we believe good government depends on openness — that citizens deserve real answers to reasonable questions. But in Owen Sound, straight answers out of City Hall are increasingly hard to come by. #opinion #transparency
Question Period: Why Getting Answers from City Hall Matters
In Owen Sound, the principles of transparency, integrity, and accountability are being tested as the Mayor refuses to answer questions about conduct, transparency, and public engagement.
www.owensoundcurrent.com
October 22, 2025 at 1:49 AM
What other Canadian writers should I follow here? Feel free to tag your favourites. #canada #writers
October 13, 2025 at 11:56 PM
Nearly 700 residents shared detailed visions for a prosperous and vibrant Owen Sound — one that takes care of its people, uses its strengths wisely, and connects every neighbourhood. It’s the latest in our analysis of survey responses retrieved from the City by FOI. #municipal #transparency
Vision 2050 Report Part 6: Residents Call for a Cleaner, Fairer, More Transparent Owen Sound
Nearly 700 residents shared detailed visions for a prosperous and vibrant Owen Sound — one that takes care of its people, uses its strengths wisely, and connects every neighbourhood.
www.owensoundcurrent.com
October 13, 2025 at 11:54 PM
Reposted by Miranda Miller
Owen Sound plans its first communications strategy, led by a growing City Manager’s office that says it aims to build trust and improve communication by having people come 'directly to the source.' #onpoli #municipalnews
City of Owen Sound Launches Work on Its First External Communications Strategy
Owen Sound plans its first communications strategy, led by a growing City Manager’s office that says it aims to build trust and improve communication by having people come 'directly to the source.'
www.owensoundcurrent.com
October 13, 2025 at 11:48 PM
Yes, you CAN work across time zones without 3 a.m. calls or missed deadlines. Check out these smart tools, firm boundaries, and practical tips for midlife nomads going asynchronous. #remotework #freelance #workfromanywhere
Midlife Nomad’s Guide to Working Across Time Zones Without Burnout or Missed Meetings Chaos
Yes, you CAN work across time zones without 3 a.m. calls or missed deadlines. Check out these smart tools, firm boundaries, and practical tips for midlife nomads going asynchronous.
www.midlifenomads.com
October 13, 2025 at 11:50 PM
Op Ed: Despite repeated warnings, City Hall continues to treat development as a singular issue measured in dollars and permits, rather than a complex responsibility to ensure residents have safe, stable homes in a city being reshaped around them. #owensound #housing
Editorial: Owen Sound’s Record Construction Value Can’t Buy Affordable Housing
The City of Owen Sound is celebrating $214.5M in construction this year. But without affordable housing requirements and intentional community planning, residents are destined to be left behind.
www.owensoundcurrent.com
September 24, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Navigating group travel, solo time, and everything in between — plus, explore smart pieces on burnout, building freedom through expertise, and new visa rules that could shape your next chapter abroad. #nomadlife #remotework #travel
Blending Group Energy, Shared Spaces & Solo Life — Could This Be the Real Midlife Reset?
Navigating group travel, solo time, and everything in between — plus, explore smart pieces on burnout, building freedom through expertise, and new visa rules that could shape your next chapter abroad.
www.midlifenomads.com
September 24, 2025 at 5:26 PM
The Canadian Association of Journalists (CAJ) vehemently opposes the recent changes proposed by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security that would severely limit Canadian journalists’ ability to live and work in the United States. #canada #media
CAJ joins global coalition calling for changes to U.S. visas for foreign journalists - Canadian Association of Journalists
The Canadian Association of Journalists (CAJ) vehemently opposes the recent changes proposed by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security that would severely limit Canadian journalists’ ability to live...
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September 11, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Thinking of self-publishing? Avoid these common mistakes and learn how to make your book a profitable, lasting income stream for your location-independent business. #writers #nomadlife
The Midlife Nomad’s Guide to Self-Publishing a Book
Thinking of self-publishing? Avoid these common mistakes and learn how to make your book a profitable, lasting income stream for your location-independent business.
www.midlifenomads.com
September 2, 2025 at 4:31 PM
If GenAI is your content strategy, you don’t actually have one. I said what I said.

You’ve probably heard the term 'human-in-the-loop' in engineering conversations. If it isn't part of your marketing strategy talks yet, it should be.

Here’s why.

#genai #content
Now That We’ve Had Our Fun with GenAI Experiments, Human-in-the-Loop Content Is the Only Way Forward | Miranda Miller
If GenAI is your content strategy, you don’t actually have one. I said what I said. We’ve all seen what happens when GenAI is put in charge of content. The web is flooded with thin blog posts and sha...
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September 2, 2025 at 1:31 PM
This week in Midlife Nomads: Location independence isn't always a rose garden. We're talking about the slippery slope of inactivity and isolation, and enjoying recommended reads from the nomad sphere. #nomadlife #travel
Rainy Days, Heavy Baggage & Fighting Off Digital Nomad Funk in Estonia
This week in Midlife Nomads: Location independence isn't always a rose garden. We're talking about the slippery slope of inactivity and isolation, and enjoying recommended reads from the nomad sphere.
www.midlifenomads.com
August 29, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Nicholas Saunders, chair of the beleaguered Grey Bruce Public Health board, requests the province retract a statement that he unilaterally attempted to remove municipal representatives from the board. #onpoli #news
GBPH Board Chair Asks Ontario's Top Doctor & Ministry of Health to Retract 'Inaccurate and Unfair Allegation'
Nicholas Saunders, chair of the beleaguered Grey Bruce Public Health board, requests the province retract a statement that he unilaterally attempted to remove municipal representatives from the board.
www.owensoundcurrent.com
August 27, 2025 at 8:11 AM
Reposted by Miranda Miller
Local news updates from Owen Sound Police; Municipalities of Meaford, Northern Bruce Peninsula, and Arran-Elderslie; Owen Sound Transportation Company; Salmon Spectacular; Owen Sound Attack and more

#owensound #greybruce #news
Tues Aug 26 – Local News, Views & Events
Local news updates from Owen Sound Police; Municipalities of Meaford, Northern Bruce Peninsula, and Arran-Elderslie; Owen Sound Transportation Company; Salmon Spectacular; Owen Sound Attack and more
www.owensoundcurrent.com
August 26, 2025 at 10:47 AM