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
Anyone but Harper
If Stephen were a song, Anyone But Harper would top the charts because practically everyone is singing. Call it a metamorphosis or dot-connecting or a new level of consciousness. Whatever you call it, Canadians coast to coast are rallying behind an imaginative...
Plans underway for Kelowna’s most sustainable community
City Council got its first look on Monday at a proposed master plan of Kelowna's most sustainable community, Central Green. Mission Group Homes, in partnership with Al Stober Construction, has updated the master plan for the site in preparation for the first release...
Workshop to explore Columbia River Treaty
The Canadian Water Resources Association (CWRA), in partnership with Simon Fraser University’s Adaptation to Climate Change Team, invite the public to participate in a one-day workshop on the Columbia River Treaty on October 7. The workshop, called “Columbia River...
Okanagan winery receives craft distillery license
Okanagan Crush Pad, located in Summerland, BC, can now add the words "craft distillery" to its name with the purchase of a still and the license to make spirits. The spirits program will be under the direction of chief winemaker, Matt Dumayne. He has years of...
Kelowna business coalition takes on distracted driving
A group of Kelowna businesses has come together to keep Kelowna’s roads safer, launching an online pledge and contest at mydrivingpledge.com. Distracted driving is becoming a higher risk every year for residents in the Southern Interior. These local businesses are...
Grape crop report: more vibrant BC white wines to enjoy this season
Not only was 2015 a stunning vintage, but it also produced an increased crop which will help quench the growing thirst for B. C. wines nationally and internationally. It has been two years since the last crop report, but this week, the 2015 British Columbia Wine Grape...
Okanagan Lie Detectors
Who might have guessed, thought or predicted that this 2016 article in Okanagan Life would create such fanfare, discussion and controversy. Essentially, "everybody's lying" these days - or are they? Seems like it - yet deep in our unconscious, we all know and realize...
Kelowna business coalition takes on distracted driving
A group of Kelowna businesses has come together to keep Kelowna’s roads safer, launching an online pledge and contest at mydrivingpledge.com. Distracted driving is becoming a higher risk every year for residents in the Southern Interior. These local businesses are...
Grape crop report: more vibrant BC white wines to enjoy this season
Not only was 2015 a stunning vintage, but it also produced an increased crop which will help quench the growing thirst for B. C. wines nationally and internationally. It has been two years since the last crop report, but this week, the 2015 British Columbia Wine Grape...
Okanagan Lie Detectors
Who might have guessed, thought or predicted that this 2016 article in Okanagan Life would create such fanfare, discussion and controversy. Essentially, "everybody's lying" these days - or are they? Seems like it - yet deep in our unconscious, we all know and realize...
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