Writing well means never having to say, ‘I guess you had to be there.’”
The great part about anniversaries is taking time to reflect. Delving into our magazine archives, we once again came face to face with the passionate people who strengthen our communities and the creative artists who fill the Valley with art, song and laughter. As we flipped through the pages, funky retro ads popped out and the colourful fabric of Okanagan life warmed us, captured in vivid photography and heartfelt words. Printed on the pages were couples saying “I do,” athletes capturing Olympic gold and volunteers opening their hearts. We also stirred up some murders, ghosts and lake monsters. Yes, Ogopogo has made his appearances many times over. Our writers tackled many issues that parents, students and seniors have faced over these 30 years—some still challenging us today. Thanks to all who have been a part of our journey; you’ll find the full archives online. Read, reflect and revel in the Okanagan life. —Editors
SomaLife Ventures raises $1M from Kelowna investors
Kelowna has a growing list of forward-thinking angel investors, but the investors in this story don't have deep pockets. There just looking to top up their RRSPs. “The venture capital secret is out, and investors from all walks of life across can now participate...
YMCA of Okanagan to open fitness centre in downtown Kelowna
The YMCA of Okanagan is opening a new YMCA fitness centre located in downtown Kelowna. The Downtown YMCA will be situated at 505 Doyle Avenue on the main floor of the new Interior Health Kelowna Community Health and Services Centre and will support the health...
Creating the shared space of Okanagan cities
Streetscape: public realm. It’s shared, it’s real and it affects our lives for better or worse. We know when a neighbourhood or a city street “feels good.” The scale of the buildings, sidewalk width, lawn depth, door and window placement and pattern, and a myriad of...
Paul’s Voice: Thank you, Donald
hen John Cabot witnessed the Grand Banks off Newfoundland in 1497 he saw so many fish — the sheer numbers were hard to comprehend. Cabot wrote that the waters were so “swarming with fish that they could be taken using baskets let down and weighted...
Lake levels continue to rise to historic highs
500,000 additional sandbags on their way As of Monday (June 5) morning, the level of Okanagan Lake was 343.246 m, exceeds historic highs. Local government crews and BC Forestry crews have been deployed to inspect existing barriers after last night’s high winds, review...
See The Big Picture at the Kelowna Art Gallery
What is it about big things that fascinate us so much? Could this fascination for “going big” hold true for art as well? An exhibition at the Kelowna Art Gallery, entitled The Big Picture, gives visitors a chance to decide for themselves. The Big Picture features...
Completely Creedence comes to Kelowna
The tribute band Completely Creedence performs Thursday, September 21 at the Kelowna Community Theatre. The Woodstock alum Creedence Clearwater Revival ruled the late 60s and early 70s. Their Southern Rock style encompassing roots rock, swamp rock and blues produced...
Lake levels continue to rise to historic highs
500,000 additional sandbags on their way As of Monday (June 5) morning, the level of Okanagan Lake was 343.246 m, exceeds historic highs. Local government crews and BC Forestry crews have been deployed to inspect existing barriers after last night’s high winds, review...
See The Big Picture at the Kelowna Art Gallery
What is it about big things that fascinate us so much? Could this fascination for “going big” hold true for art as well? An exhibition at the Kelowna Art Gallery, entitled The Big Picture, gives visitors a chance to decide for themselves. The Big Picture features...
Completely Creedence comes to Kelowna
The tribute band Completely Creedence performs Thursday, September 21 at the Kelowna Community Theatre. The Woodstock alum Creedence Clearwater Revival ruled the late 60s and early 70s. Their Southern Rock style encompassing roots rock, swamp rock and blues produced...
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