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
Summerland’s Justin Kripps takes Gold at World Cup
Summerland's Justin Kripps with Bryan Barnett, won their first World Cup bobsleigh race in Konigssee, Germany on Saturday. “It is awesome. I can’t believe it,” said Kripps, who has been driving on the World Cup for just two years. “Things have been going pretty well...
Fitzpatrick Family sells CedarCreek Winery
CedarCreek Estate Winery has been sold to Anthony von Mandl, owner of Mission Hill Family Estate. The purchase includes CedarCreek winery and the Fitzpatrick family’s vineyard holdings. The Fitzpatrick Family will continue to own and operate Greata Ranch Vineyard and...
German spies plot to blow up CPR bridge: Inside the novel Sabotage
Author Karen Autio A Q & A with Laurie Carter. What is your novel Sabotage about? It’s an adventure tale about Saara and her brother John in Canada during the First World War. As battling siblings, they must find a way to trust each other in order to deal with...
Bookshelf: Author Liz Michaels
Author of The Enchanted Tower A Q& A with Dawn Renaud What is your novel The Enchanted Tower about? It’s about a young university student, Ann-Marie Burke, who meets a twelfth century cursed prince, Christian of Bancloch; their adventures in trying to break the...
Kelowna bookstore marks 46 years
Established in 1968, Mosaic Books has been an institution in downtown Kelowna for as long as most of us can remember. To mark their 46th year, the store is celebrating this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday – November 21, 22 and 23. The store has over 16,800 unique new...
Celebrating 100 years of research at Summerland agriculture centre
The B.C. government is recognizing Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s Pacific Agri-Food Research Centre in Summerland for 100 years of providing important research for the sector with a Century Farm Award. Penticton MLA Dan Ashton presented the award to MP Dan Albas...
Okanagan has a bright future in technology, says Minister
Speech from The Honourable Andrew Wilkinson, Minister of Technology, Innovation and Citizens’ Services. This is an exciting time for Kelowna’s technology sector and for Accelerate Okanagan. I’d like to extend a warm welcome to the new CEO, Pilar Portela, who has...
Kelowna bookstore marks 46 years
Established in 1968, Mosaic Books has been an institution in downtown Kelowna for as long as most of us can remember. To mark their 46th year, the store is celebrating this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday – November 21, 22 and 23. The store has over 16,800 unique new...
Celebrating 100 years of research at Summerland agriculture centre
The B.C. government is recognizing Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s Pacific Agri-Food Research Centre in Summerland for 100 years of providing important research for the sector with a Century Farm Award. Penticton MLA Dan Ashton presented the award to MP Dan Albas...
Okanagan has a bright future in technology, says Minister
Speech from The Honourable Andrew Wilkinson, Minister of Technology, Innovation and Citizens’ Services. This is an exciting time for Kelowna’s technology sector and for Accelerate Okanagan. I’d like to extend a warm welcome to the new CEO, Pilar Portela, who has...
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