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
Okanagan College contributes more than half a billion to regional economy
A recent economic impact study undertaken by Economic Modeling Specialists Intl. (EMSI) found that in 2012-13 Okanagan College and its students added $542 million to the regional economy. It pegged the institution’s provincial impact at $915 million. Clint Bannister...
Help is just a phone call away with new Surveillance Nurses
Surveillance Nurses help clients remain in their own homes and avoid hospital admissions. The program operates in #Vernon, #Kelowna and #Penticton.
USA Today Readers Choose Okanagan Valley as Top Wine Region
The widest newspaper in circulation in the United States, USA Today describes the Okanagan as, "Drop. Dead. Gorgeous." The Okanagan Valley has been voted the second best wine region to visit amongst 20 worldwide nominees by the USA Today Readers' Choice 2014...
Nk’Mip Cellars has impressive showing at National Wine Awards
Nk'Mip Cellars made a spectacular finish at WineAlign's 2014 National Wine Awards bringing in medals for all of the 14 submitted wines. The winery earned a platinum award for the 2013 Qwam Qwmt Riesling Icewine as well as three gold, five silver and five bronze...
Okanagan Men’s Shed sharing their talents
Call them men of purpose. Now they're looking for projects. A group of retired and semi-retired Kelowna men has launched a pilot project called Okanagan Men's Shed -- based on a popular movement that began in Australia -- to put their talents to work on projects large...
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Local swimmers join Team BC at Western Canada Summer Games
SwimBC announces the 32 athletes selected to Team BC for the 2015 Western Canada Summer Games, including local swimmers from Kelowna, Kamloops, Penticton and Salmon Arm. The team has been selected to represent Team BC at the 2015 Western Canada Summer Games, which...
Okanagan Men’s Shed sharing their talents
Call them men of purpose. Now they're looking for projects. A group of retired and semi-retired Kelowna men has launched a pilot project called Okanagan Men's Shed -- based on a popular movement that began in Australia -- to put their talents to work on projects large...
Best of Show
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Local swimmers join Team BC at Western Canada Summer Games
SwimBC announces the 32 athletes selected to Team BC for the 2015 Western Canada Summer Games, including local swimmers from Kelowna, Kamloops, Penticton and Salmon Arm. The team has been selected to represent Team BC at the 2015 Western Canada Summer Games, which...
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