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
Kip Moore Extends Wild Ones Tour to Penticton
Multi-platimum singer/songwriter Kip Moore will headline the 2016 WILD ONES TOUR with dates in Canada this winter. Moore, who has built one of country music's most loyal audiences show by show, will be in Penticton February 19. Moore will perform tracks from his...
Interior Heath prepares for Syrian refugees
The New Year marks a new beginning for Syrian refugees arriving in the Interior region. Refugees will face many challenges as they adjust to new homes, new lives and a new health-care system. Interior Health and its community partners have been working hard over the...
Holiday Fantasy
Like Scrooge's undigested bit of beef, Kathryn's imagination is driven a little whacky by Christmas leftovers. The After Eights and eggnog in my fridge seem out of place now. They scream holiday indulgence. Like lonely leftover presents, unclaimed under the tree, they...
Interactive learning tools help students map the brain
UBC professor turns to technology to help students learn neuroanatomy For those who traditionally learned about anatomy outside medical school, figuring out what the human brain looks like inside the skull was largely a textbook exercise. Diagrams with arrows and text...
See the music and magic of The Tragically Hip in Penticton
Penticton to host a free screening of The Tragically Hip concert Penticton's South Okanagan Events Centre will be open to the public for a free screening party of “The Tragically Hip: A National Celebration” on August 20, presented by CBC and The Tragically Hip. “When...
Slaying Myths About Wine
From the image of screw caps to how long a wine should be laid to rest in a cellar, there are a lot of myths floating around about wine. Everybody who enjoys wine seems to have their own thoughts on what is right and wrong, what distinguishes a good wine from a bad...
Splash mob brings widespread attention to invasive mussels
On July 24, the Okanagan will come together to form a gigantic human circle on Kalamalka Lake — a "splash mob” community event to raise widespread awareness of invasive zebra and quagga mussels. Floating in the centre of the circle will be the words, “Stop Invasive...
See the music and magic of The Tragically Hip in Penticton
Penticton to host a free screening of The Tragically Hip concert Penticton's South Okanagan Events Centre will be open to the public for a free screening party of “The Tragically Hip: A National Celebration” on August 20, presented by CBC and The Tragically Hip. “When...
Slaying Myths About Wine
From the image of screw caps to how long a wine should be laid to rest in a cellar, there are a lot of myths floating around about wine. Everybody who enjoys wine seems to have their own thoughts on what is right and wrong, what distinguishes a good wine from a bad...
Splash mob brings widespread attention to invasive mussels
On July 24, the Okanagan will come together to form a gigantic human circle on Kalamalka Lake — a "splash mob” community event to raise widespread awareness of invasive zebra and quagga mussels. Floating in the centre of the circle will be the words, “Stop Invasive...
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