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
Canada to see a 12 per cent increase in housing prices in 2016
Ongoing strength in Kelowna's residential housing market The Royal LePage House Price Survey and Market Survey Forecast today revealed healthy increases in the price across housing types surveyed in Kelowna. In the second quarter of 2016, the aggregate house price in...
Comedy Duo takes the stage at Summerland winery
Evolve Cellars on Bottleneck Drive in Summerland will host a comedy night on Friday, July 15, featuring acclaimed comedian Patrick Maliha and talented emcee Art Factora. Starting at 6:30pm, this hilarious performance will be accompanied by a dinner and a glass of...
10,000 bees swarm Kelowna Art Gallery
International Pollinator Week has come and gone but it has left something behind at the Kelowna Art Gallery – over 10,000 bees have taken over the walls of the Gallery’s front project space. These bees have been constructed from hand-made paper and now form an...
World riders to cycle South Okanagan
Belgian national cycling champion Axel Merckx leads an epic ride through the heart of British Columbia’s wine country On Sunday, July 10, British Columbia’s South Okanagan will see up to 2,500 cyclists take to the roads for the start of the sixth Prospera Granfondo...
Progress 2017: Spotlight on Okanagan Business
Watch for the Progress 2017 magazine coming out this week. Progress 2017 brings you the latest from the following Okanagan businesses. We encourage you to support your communities by shopping local. Back to Earth Bags N All Bannister GM Baptist Housing | Village at...
The Butchart Gardens bans the bottle for World Water Day
Move will eliminate 80,000 single-use plastic water bottles each year from the environment In recognition of World Water Day, The Butchart Gardens has removed the sale of all single-use plastic water bottles as an extension of their existing environmental practices....
RiverBlue film screening marks World Water Day in Kelowna
RiverBlue film screening marks World Water Day in Kelowna The Okanagan Basin Water Board and its Okanagan WaterWise program are celebrating World Water Day, March 22. A special screening of the award-winning film RiverBlue begins at 7 p.m. at Landmark Cinemas –...
Progress 2017: Spotlight on Okanagan Business
Watch for the Progress 2017 magazine coming out this week. Progress 2017 brings you the latest from the following Okanagan businesses. We encourage you to support your communities by shopping local. Back to Earth Bags N All Bannister GM Baptist Housing | Village at...
The Butchart Gardens bans the bottle for World Water Day
Move will eliminate 80,000 single-use plastic water bottles each year from the environment In recognition of World Water Day, The Butchart Gardens has removed the sale of all single-use plastic water bottles as an extension of their existing environmental practices....
RiverBlue film screening marks World Water Day in Kelowna
RiverBlue film screening marks World Water Day in Kelowna The Okanagan Basin Water Board and its Okanagan WaterWise program are celebrating World Water Day, March 22. A special screening of the award-winning film RiverBlue begins at 7 p.m. at Landmark Cinemas –...