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
New home for Inniskillin Okanagan
Inniskillin Okanagan Estate Retail store will soon have a new home, having outgrown its current longstanding location on Mariposa Road in Oliver. Strong growth and increased popularity mean a new, larger store is required to meet the needs for increased wine promotion...
Art installation at YLW sports a retro edge
A new installation created by Penticton-based artist Glenn Clark pays homage to Canada’s national game, and will fascinate travellers making their way towards the departure gates at Kelowna International Airport (YLW). Clark's Best of Seven will be on view until May...
Coquihalla Phase 3: Okanagan Connector
October 1990 From politicians to project supervisors to sub-contractors to tourism personnel, there are few negative words regarding this much-touted road; known in the B.C. interior as the long-awaited Okanagan Connector. There is talk of how contractors stayed...
Ursula Surtees
Spring 1995 Since moving to the Okanagan as a young war bride in the 1940s and becoming the first curator of the Kelowna Centennial Museum in 1969, Ursula has designed hands-on school programs that are emulated across the country, written books, developed summer art...
Interior Savings Invests $19,000 in Local YMCA Programs
Interior Savings believes in working together to build healthy communities, which is why the local credit union has been a long-time supporter of YMCA of Okanagan programs and services. In 2014, Interior Savings has donated $19,257 through their Community Investment...
Grape news from Oliver
Growers turn winemaker at four new South Okanagan wineries A drive around and about the Oliver area, the nucleus of the wine industry in BC, reveals four must-see winery newbies opened since 2013. All are the family-owned operations of grape growers who decided to...
Developing the Okanagan Shuswap
A new sense of optimism is running through the Okanagan Valley real estate market.
Interior Savings Invests $19,000 in Local YMCA Programs
Interior Savings believes in working together to build healthy communities, which is why the local credit union has been a long-time supporter of YMCA of Okanagan programs and services. In 2014, Interior Savings has donated $19,257 through their Community Investment...
Grape news from Oliver
Growers turn winemaker at four new South Okanagan wineries A drive around and about the Oliver area, the nucleus of the wine industry in BC, reveals four must-see winery newbies opened since 2013. All are the family-owned operations of grape growers who decided to...
Developing the Okanagan Shuswap
A new sense of optimism is running through the Okanagan Valley real estate market.
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