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
Evacuation Order for West Kelowna
Date: July 17, 2014 Time: 15:50 p.m. West Kelowna, B.C. – An evacuation order has been expanded in the Smith Creek Area as fire fighters continue to battle a blaze burning above the West Kelowna neighbourhood. Firefighters from West Kelowna Fire Rescue and BC Forestry...
Summer literary institute gives insider perspective on writing, editing
Free public lectures offer useful tips to budding authors and editors Ever wonder about the nuts and bolts that go into the writing, editing and publishing of a literary work? Editing Modernism: Creative and Critical Remediations, a five-day Textual Editing and...
West Nile virus risk increases as summer heats up
As temperatures rise so does the risk of West Nile virus in the #Okanagan. The mosquito species which carry the virus is more active towards the end of July.
UBC partnership with Mitacs brings business developer to Interior
University-industry collaborations will be promoted across the region UBC is partnering with Mitacs, a national, not-for-profit training and research organization, to locate a business development specialist on the Okanagan campus. This week Jennifer Tedman-Jones...
Kamloops writer wins top prize in Okanagan Short Story Contest
More than 90 entries received in annual writers’ competition A Kamloops writer has won first prize in the Okanagan Short Story Contest. Katherin Edwards won the $500 first prize and a week’s residency at the Woodhaven Eco Culture Centre for her story Pellucidity. In...
Okanagan Real Estate Outlook
Depending on how you read the statistics, the glass is either half empty or half full when it comes to forecasting real estate in our region. Traditional construction is no longer the norm, with prices hitting the high end of the tolerance scale for single-family...
Kelowna Rockets begin WHL playoffs
The Kelowna Rockets open the first round of the 2015 WHL playoffs against the Tri City Americans. This is the eighth consecutive appearance in the post season for the Kelowna Rockets, reaching the playoffs 19 times in the franchise's 20-year history. The Rockets...
Kamloops writer wins top prize in Okanagan Short Story Contest
More than 90 entries received in annual writers’ competition A Kamloops writer has won first prize in the Okanagan Short Story Contest. Katherin Edwards won the $500 first prize and a week’s residency at the Woodhaven Eco Culture Centre for her story Pellucidity. In...
Okanagan Real Estate Outlook
Depending on how you read the statistics, the glass is either half empty or half full when it comes to forecasting real estate in our region. Traditional construction is no longer the norm, with prices hitting the high end of the tolerance scale for single-family...
Kelowna Rockets begin WHL playoffs
The Kelowna Rockets open the first round of the 2015 WHL playoffs against the Tri City Americans. This is the eighth consecutive appearance in the post season for the Kelowna Rockets, reaching the playoffs 19 times in the franchise's 20-year history. The Rockets...
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