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Diane Knox Balas writes a weekly lifestyle column for the Inverness Courier. Our “Invernessian in America” has worked in radio, TV and digital media since graduating with a degree in communication and mass media in 2005, spending six years at MFR. Diane has lived in Jacksonville, Florida since 2016 and predominately works in golf media now.

DIANE KNOX: The US has been watching politics in the UK closely

29 October 2022
DIANE KNOX: The US has been watching politics in the UK closely

DIANE KNOX: The US has been watching politics in the UK closely

29 October 2022

Someone approached me the other day and said “Who in their right mind would want to be Prime Minister of your country right now?”


DIANE KNOX: An Invernessian in the USA counts her blessings as she prepares for the birth of her son

26 October 2022
DIANE KNOX: An Invernessian in the USA counts her blessings as she prepares for the birth of her son

DIANE KNOX: An Invernessian in the USA counts her blessings as she prepares for the birth of her son

26 October 2022

Four weeks to go until we’re “Balas, party of three!” – well, five if you count the dogs.


DIANE KNOX: Hurricanes are no joke so it’s better to be prepared, as Hurricane Ian hits Florida

29 September 2022
DIANE KNOX: Hurricanes are no joke so it’s better to be prepared, as Hurricane Ian hits Florida

DIANE KNOX: Hurricanes are no joke so it’s better to be prepared, as Hurricane Ian hits Florida

29 September 2022

As Hurricane Ian moves in, Diane says Floridians have been so used to the threat of hurricanes that the state seems to be on the ball.


DIANE KNOX: Love for Queen Elizabeth in US is felt during funeral

26 September 2022
DIANE KNOX: Love for Queen Elizabeth in US is felt during funeral

DIANE KNOX: Love for Queen Elizabeth in US is felt during funeral

26 September 2022

The week that the Queen was laid to rest will forever be a poignant one.


DIANE KNOX: the Queen's death was deeply felt in the USA

19 September 2022
DIANE KNOX: the Queen's death was deeply felt in the USA

DIANE KNOX: the Queen's death was deeply felt in the USA

19 September 2022

My heart has felt so heavy over the past week, since the passing of our Queen.


DIANE KNOX: Loss of Ironworks is going to leave a big gap in market

26 August 2022
DIANE KNOX: Loss of Ironworks is going to leave a big gap in market

DIANE KNOX: Loss of Ironworks is going to leave a big gap in market

26 August 2022

Last week, the Highland Council decided that the Ironworks, Inverness’s premier music venue, will be replaced by a hotel.


Diane Knox: Baby shopping blues in the USA

19 August 2022
Diane Knox: Baby shopping blues in the USA

Diane Knox: Baby shopping blues in the USA

19 August 2022

A trip to the baby shop is a complicated experience for an Invernessian in the USA.


DIANE KNOX: Never move home when pregnant

05 August 2022
DIANE KNOX: Never move home when pregnant

DIANE KNOX: Never move home when pregnant

05 August 2022

I am never moving again. There, I’ve said it… Now, I just need my husband to read it over and over.


DIANE KNOX: Best ever 'Bella' forecast

29 July 2022
DIANE KNOX: Best ever 'Bella' forecast

DIANE KNOX: Best ever 'Bella' forecast

29 July 2022

Diane Knox forecasts an extra special Tartan Heart Festival at Belladrum as fans pour back after a Covid enforced three year break.


DIANE KNOX: Synergy for new owners of leading north links course

23 July 2022
DIANE KNOX: Synergy for new owners of leading north links course

DIANE KNOX: Synergy for new owners of leading north links course

23 July 2022

After Scottish golf courses have been showcased on the worldwide stage over the past fortnight.


DIANE KNOX: Pregnancy is incredible experience coupled with surreal move to new 'nest'

18 July 2022
DIANE KNOX: Pregnancy is incredible experience coupled with surreal move to new 'nest'

DIANE KNOX: Pregnancy is incredible experience coupled with surreal move to new 'nest'

18 July 2022

It’s been a busy few weeks, and they certainly look set to continue. I’ll give you a quick update on life of late…


US abortion issue a downer on Independence Day: Diane Knox

09 July 2022
US abortion issue a downer on Independence Day: Diane Knox

US abortion issue a downer on Independence Day: Diane Knox

09 July 2022

Our Invernessian in the US had little desire to celebrate Independence Day as abortion laws leave her let down.


DIANE KNOX: Travel writer claims there’s no Nessie – what a cheek!

27 June 2022
DIANE KNOX: Travel writer claims there’s no Nessie – what a cheek!

DIANE KNOX: Travel writer claims there’s no Nessie – what a cheek!

27 June 2022

I have some good friends here in the States who just returned from a golf trip to Scotland.


DIANE KNOX: The controversy surrounding the introduction of the LIV Golf series.

20 June 2022
DIANE KNOX: The controversy surrounding the introduction of the LIV Golf series.

DIANE KNOX: The controversy surrounding the introduction of the LIV Golf series.

20 June 2022

The Invernessian in America discusses the topic of morality amidst the recent controversy within the world of golf.


DIANE KNOX: Is the notion of the Royal Family extremely outdated and a bit too hierarchical?

13 June 2022
DIANE KNOX: Is the notion of the Royal Family extremely outdated and a bit too hierarchical?

DIANE KNOX: Is the notion of the Royal Family extremely outdated and a bit too hierarchical?

13 June 2022

Last weekend’s festivities were lovely-jubilee…once I eventually found them!


DIANE KNOX: "My husband owns two guns – it makes me uncomfortable"

07 June 2022
DIANE KNOX: "My husband owns two guns – it makes me uncomfortable"

DIANE KNOX: "My husband owns two guns – it makes me uncomfortable"

07 June 2022

I’m struggling to write about the massacre that unfolded in Uvalde, Texas last week.


DIANE KNOX: After the nausea comes 'normality' as life's new chapter starts to unfold

31 May 2022
DIANE KNOX: After the nausea comes 'normality' as life's new chapter starts to unfold

DIANE KNOX: After the nausea comes 'normality' as life's new chapter starts to unfold

31 May 2022

Five tests with the double lines for “positive” – and Garrett still wouldn’t believe we were looking at a confirmed pregnancy result!


DIANE KNOX: There will be plenty to be thankful for after one of the hardest times of my life

23 May 2022
DIANE KNOX: There will be plenty to be thankful for after one of the hardest times of my life

DIANE KNOX: There will be plenty to be thankful for after one of the hardest times of my life

23 May 2022

Well, the news is out and I am so thrilled to be able to talk about the biggest, and best, part of my life.


DIANE KNOX: Tampering with abortion laws is dangerous

14 May 2022
DIANE KNOX: Tampering with abortion laws is dangerous

DIANE KNOX: Tampering with abortion laws is dangerous

14 May 2022

I’ll be honest, I’ve gone back and forth on covering this topic. I’m sure the reasons why will become clear, but I can't avoid writing about it.


Diane Knox: Mum or mom, the love is the same

08 May 2022
Diane Knox: Mum or mom, the love is the same

Diane Knox: Mum or mom, the love is the same

08 May 2022

Our Invernessian in America tells of her special friendship with mum...or mom!


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