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
Kelowna’s landscape changing forever
“The landscape of Kelowna will forever change in 2018 as homeowners flock to the new downtown towers,” says local realtor and homebuilder A. J. Hazzi, author of The Vantage Report. “We’ll see a vitality on our streets and in the shops and restaurants as the...
Winner declared in Okanagan College 3-Hour Short Story contest
More than 30 budding writers from across the valley put their writing skills to the test in Okanagan College’s 8th Annual 3-Hour Short Story contest and second-year arts student Hannah Stanley has been announced as the overall winner for her original story “The Best...
Kelowna art classes: Kickoff 2018 with a commitment to your creativity
Art classes offered this winter at Kelowna Art Gallery The Kelowna Art Gallery is encouraging you to kick 2018 off with a commitment to your creativity. Registration is now underway for winter art class offerings for adults and youth. The professionally instructed...
Cops for Kids Give $100,000 to Build JoeAnna’s House
The KGH Foundation’s $8 million fundraising campaign to build JoeAnna’s House, a home away from home for families having to travel to Kelowna General Hospital for advanced medical care, received a sizable boost in December with a $100,000 gift from the Cops for Kids...
Time to level the playing field
Imagine for a moment you have a new competitor. They sneak into the Okanagan and gobble up 95 per cent of gross revenue in your industry. What if your government did nothing and this monopoly continued ‘competing’ with you. To add insult to injury, you find out they...
Okanagan money matters
Vancouver, Calgary and Toronto may make the top 10 list of the most liveable cities in the world, but for Okanaganites, our scenic valley with its natural beauty and mid-sized-city vibe make this a home like no other. Despite the beauty around...
Vernon painter Neil Erickson leaps into a new medium
Jumping for Joy Supporters of BC Children's Hospital know well the Jumping for Joy greeting card, created by artist Neil Erickson. The original art piece help raise funds for the hospital in 1997. More than 45,000 purchased the greeting card, a record for those...
Time to level the playing field
Imagine for a moment you have a new competitor. They sneak into the Okanagan and gobble up 95 per cent of gross revenue in your industry. What if your government did nothing and this monopoly continued ‘competing’ with you. To add insult to injury, you find out they...
Okanagan money matters
Vancouver, Calgary and Toronto may make the top 10 list of the most liveable cities in the world, but for Okanaganites, our scenic valley with its natural beauty and mid-sized-city vibe make this a home like no other. Despite the beauty around...
Vernon painter Neil Erickson leaps into a new medium
Jumping for Joy Supporters of BC Children's Hospital know well the Jumping for Joy greeting card, created by artist Neil Erickson. The original art piece help raise funds for the hospital in 1997. More than 45,000 purchased the greeting card, a record for those...
