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Salmon Arm’s Silver Creek Elementary School is also being considered for cloIn 25 years in local government, sure. Armstrong Mayor Chris Pieper has “We encourage the board to broaden never received more phone calls, visits or their consultation to ensure all communie-mails regarding one topic than the pro- ty stakeholders have had an opportunity posed closure of the city’s historic “Brick to provide their input as requred,” said School,” Armstrong Elementary. Pieper. “Better decisions are made when The North Okanagan-Shuswap school all options are identified.” board voted earlier this month to conThe school district, states the city’s sider amalgamating the current four letter, has informed the community that schools into two kindergarreorganizing the student populaten to Grade 7 elementary tion and closing AES would result schools and one 8-12 secin a financial saving of $392 per ondary school, and clospupil in Armsrong. ing Armstrong Elementary “We encourage the board to School for September 2016. broaden their analysis to include The school board has potential education revenue initiated a 60-day pubstreams that can positively impact lic consultation period in the bottom line and remove the Chris Pieper regards to the proposal. need for a school closure,” said City council had received Pieper. criticism from residents for being mainly Coun. Steven Drapala is vice-principal silent on the issue until Pieper released at Armstrong’s Pleasant Valley Secondary a letter on behalf of his colleague’s at School. He cautioned school trustees to Monday’s regular council meeting. consider all options. “We have a community that’s extreme“But not making a decision could have ly passionate, extremely emotional and potentially very serious program implicaextremely concerned about the school,” tions for next year if the school board said Pieper, who attended the Brick puts off a decision on a school closure School himself and watched his three kids this year,” said Drapala, adding that if go through its hallowed halls. saving money doesn’t come from a school “I value AES as much as anyone. It was closure, it’ll come through programming a great school for me, great school for my cuts. kids and a great school for the commuThe city has acknowledged the trustnity, as well as its grounds.” ees are being asked to make a very difArmstrong trustees Bob Fowler ficult decision. and Kelly Rowe, along with Falkland/ “The loss of a school in a community Ranchero/Deep Creek trustee Debbie carries with it a significant impact,” said Evans voted against the proposal, made as Pieper. “Not only to the students, but also the school district faces an ongoing chal- to the community at large.” lenge of trying to balance its budget. The neighbouring Township of The planned closure of AES would Spallumcheen has also sent a letter to the save the district almost $627,000. school board, asking them to consider all “City council supports our trustees options before going ahead with a closure. and the one from Falkland in voting not “Schools are necessary for the mainteto close any of the schools in Armstrong,” nance and growth of healthy communisaid Pieper. ties,” said Mayor Janice Brown. Council is urging the trustees to take “Please consider all input and options, their time in considering the closure. including creative ideas put forward by It has asked the board to extend the the community, which may enable the 60-day public consultation period and four Armstrong/Spallumcheen schools to defer making closure decisions during the be maintained in their current configuracurrent school year. tion.” ROGER KNOX

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Collision claims victim Morning Star Staff

One woman has died following a two-vehicle crash north of Enderby Tuesday morning. Vernon RCMP state that shortly before 7 a.m., a southbound pick-up on Highway 97A with a male driver and a northbound car driven by a

woman collided at the intersection of Fenton Road, close to North Enderby Timber. Both vehicles ended up in the east-side ditch. The woman driver was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the truck and his male passenger were transported to Vernon Jubilee

Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. An RCMP collision analyst was at the scene and traffic was reduced to single-lane alternating for several hours. The investigation is ongoing with assistance from the B.C. Coroners Service. No names have been released.

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Despite their experience, six North Okanagan snowmobilers ended lost and stuck in the mountains and spent a cold night in the wilderness.

The individuals set out into the Pinnacles area at approximately 10:30 a.m. Sunday and after not returning home that night Vernon Search and Rescue set out to find them around 11 p.m. “We found them around 10:30/11 the

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to base. “They were a bunch of tired puppies.” Wise says the snowmobilers were very experienced and were well prepared, except for one thing – they did not have a spot (personal locator beacon) or delorme (which allows text messages to be sent via satellite). Anyone snowmobiling at this time of year, when warnings are constantly being issued by the avalanche centre, is urged to steer clear of dangerous areas. “Don’t go into avalanche terrain,” said Wise, who also urges people to inform others of their plans. “The No. 1 thing is telling someone where you are going, when you plan on coming back. “We lost a lot of time looking for them.” The numerous volunteers with SAR are thanked for giving up their time to find the missing snowmobilers. “They just kept on coming,” said Wise, who couldn’t keep track of how many volunteers turned up.

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An arrest has been made, and criminal charges are being recommended in relation to the brazen daylight shooting committed in Rutland on Feb. 15. The Kelowna RCMP General Investigative Section (GIS) had identified a suspect in connection to the Feb. 15 shooting. The suspect, a 17-year-old youth of Coldstream, was arrested Sunday night in the Vernon area. Police will be recommending several firearms related offences, as well as offences related to various alleged breaches of court order conditions of release. The youth suspect remains in police custody. He was expected to appear in court Tuesday.

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fice service for timing.” However, the chamber defends its stance. “We’re holding back on an armoury of developers who are so frustrated (with the city). It’s vital they’re heard,” said Pam Owen, a chamber director. Owen also challenged councillors who pointed to the tax exemption program for development downtown. “People aren’t coming here for downtown. They want to live in a neighbourhood with a school park or a view,” she said. During her presentation, Owen stated that for a $325,000 home with a 16 per cent downpayment, a family needs an annual income of $67,800 to handle the mortgage and taxes. “A family with an average income can’t afford an average home,” she said, adding that only four of 21 neighbourhoods is attainable and that is forcing people to abandon Vernon. “What attracts youth is other youth and what attracts families is other families.” Owen also says the economy needs a boost and that can only come from residential construction, which generated almost $50 million in wages and 800 on and off-site jobs in 2015. The chamber is calling for a review of devel-

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The City of Vernon denies it’s keeping people from acquiring homes they can afford. On Monday, the Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce made the case that city policies, such as processing building permits, and development cost charges, are hampering developers and driving up the cost of housing. “Can we improve the process in terms of (permit) turnaround, yes we could. But we are the secPam Owen ond fastest growing community so people do want to be here,” said Mayor Akbal Mund. Coun. Brian Quiring told the chamber that the city is working to meet the needs of developers. “We’re trying to get building permits out in three weeks. In Vancouver, it’s a year.” Quiring added that the city’s off-site utility costs are being reviewed and tax incentives already exist to encourage construction. “We want to do a good job. We will not sacri-

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opment cost charges, a single staff point of contact for developers and revitalization tax exemptions. Owen insists some developers’ plans are met with resistance by city staff. “There isn’t a can-do or an open for business attitude.” Council is also being asked to host a forum that would bring together industry, city administration and economic development officials to reduce red tape. “We want to be part of the solution and not just point the finger,” said Phil Dyck, a chamber director. Coun. Juliette Cunningham doesn’t believe the city should be blamed for attainable housing challenges. “It’s always important to look at how we do business but there are so many things that impact what you’re talking about. There’s (a lack of) good-paying jobs and the global economy,” she said. Cunningham questioned some of the chamber’s figures and its target for 400 housing starts a year. “I don’t think that’s realistic. There has to be jobs (to support home purchases).”

The future of the Vernon Regional Airport remains in a holding pattern. City council sent staff back to the drawing board on the airport master plan Monday instead of accepting a recommendation to proceed with the process. “Staff really needs to work on the numbers. They could come in even lower,” said Coun. Catherine Lord. The original cost estimate from staff for airport upgrades without a longer runway was about $2 million but that’s now at $5.2 million. If we can bring it (cost) down and the onus is less on the public, then yes,” said Lord of possibly garnering residents’ support for the master plan. Staff is still recommending no runway extension, but a majority of council is interested in considering that option. “Ultimately it’s up to council. Staff is looking at it from today’s perspective and council has to look to the future,” said Lord. Lengthening the runway from 3,500 to 4,000 feet could cost $7.2 million, and possibly $11 million.

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Coldstream reduces agricultural tax burden RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff

Coldstream farm operations are getting a break. A majority of council voted Monday to reduce the tax multiplier from 4.5 to one to 2.4 to one for farm class properties. “There is a comparable average among other municipalities and it was a matter of moving towards that over three years,” said Coun. Doug Dirk. However, some council members opposed farm properties paying 2.4 times the residential rate. “Coldstream already has favourable

treatment for improvements on farms,” said Coun. Richard Enns, who states the property that will benefit the most is Coldstream Ranch, which also has non-farm uses. “Coldstream Ranch is not just a farm.” Enns added that Coldstream Ranch receives road maintenance and fire services from the municipality and the district is kept busy with ranch-related issues such as gravel pits and the state of Coldstream Creek. “We should not shift the burden on to other taxpayers.” For 2016, a 2.4 multiplier equates to $15,300 shifted from the farm class to other property classes. Based on the average resi-

dential property at $491,473, the shift would increase taxes by $3.25 Staff insisted that the farm tax multiplier does not cover the ranch’s industrial activities. “They get assessed based on the use of the property,” said Trevor Seibel, chief administrative officer. In a report, Patricia Higgins, director of financial administration, stated that a rate of 2.4 to one compares to Coldstream’s business class rate. An attempt by Enns to keep the tax multiplier at 4.5 to one was defeated, with the only support coming from Coun. Gyula Kiss.

Sugar Lake boat control details provided RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff

Further details are being provided about possible boat controls in the Cherryville area. About 70 people attended a recent meeting held by the Cherryville Water Stewards to discuss boats on Sugar Lake and the Shuswap River. “Towing was a non-issue,” said Clint Whitecotton, with Cherrvyille’s advisory planning committee. Whitecotton added that there is no support for boat motor restrictions on the lake. “The conservation officers were out there 10 times last year and they had a good effect. There is a need to follow the existing regulations. “We’re not against big boats. We’re against a lot of noise. We want a family lake. People are coming there for that reason.” The other consen-

sus among those at the meeting dealt specifically with the river. “There’s common

agreement that there should be no jet boats on the Shuswap River both upstream and

downstream of Sugar Lake,” said Russ Collins, who had initiated a petition regarding boats.

Coldstream Ranch has called for tax changes for a number of years, and in 2015, owner Keith Balcaen made a presentation to council. “The tax is hurting, it’s hurting a lot. It’s almost like you’re being penalized for being in the agricultural sector,” he said then. A concern for Balcaen was farm properties in other communities paying less tax. Coldstream council has given two readings to the proposed 2016 budget bylaw, which includes a 3.5 per cent tax increase. “It will now go to the public and they will be able to give feedback on the financial plan,” said Mayor Jim Garlick.

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Phone payments for parking put forward RICHARD ROLKE Morning Star Staff

Vernon’s elected officials are torn on using modern technology to pay for parking. The Downtown Vernon Association asked city council Monday to initiate mobile payment, or PayByPhone, for parking meters. “I use this app religiously,” said Coun.

Brian Quiring of his visits to other cities. However, not everyone is impressed with the program. “I find them frustrating to use. I’d rather plug the meter,” said Coun. Dalvir Nahal. Motorists would be able to pay for parking via their cell phone if the city agrees to the initiative. It would cost 25 cents per transac-

diate financial assistance for the Vernon Community Band. The band has asked for support to help cover its operating costs, but council has decided instead to send the band the city’s current grant policy and application forms. The band uses space at Vernon Secondary School and the Vernon School District has increased rent to $30 an hour. The band’s annual

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director, in a letter. The program would cost the city $5,100 over three years. Council has not made a decision on the DVA request. No money for band There is no imme-

budget is about $10,000 a year, including conductor fees, music scores, insurance and the rent, which has climbed 150 per cent this year. Heritage grants issued Vernon council has approved several grants under the heritage restoration grant and heritage retention incentive grant programs. Owners of properties listed in the Vernon Heritage Register are

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“It is our goal to consistently deliver fiscally transparent documents and convey financial information that supports the solid framework upon which our budget is based,” said Bertles. “We use the feedback from the review program and other professional sources to prepare the next annual report, and we strive every year to improve upon our reports and our practices. We are extremely pleased with the collaborative effort that our team has put into the continual development of our annual report since we have been a participant in this program and since our first award six years ago.”

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Kal Beach activities draw RCMP scrutiny RICHARD ROLKE

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Partying in a popular Coldstream park will not be tolerated. District council was told by the RCMP Monday that the plan this summer is to target individuals who sit on the Kal Beach pier and consume alcohol and drugs. “We don’t want that

user group taking over the pier,” said Supt. Jim McNamara in his quarterly report. There were some complaints from people visiting the beach in 2015 that they felt uncomfortable going on to the pier because alcohol was present. “Last year, we were effective with foot patrols around

“We don’t want that user group taking over...” — Jim McNamara

the beach area,” said McNamara. “They will start this year on the May long weekend and continue

until after the Labour Day long weekend.” Also in his quarterly report, McNamara pointed out that there

has been an increase in thefts from vehicles in Coldstream. “It could be a result of one person breaking into multiple vehicles on one evening so I’m not overly concerned,” he said. In October, there were 13 thefts from vehicles compared to seven during the same month in 2014, while

they went from one to six in November and from one to five in December. Total files for Coldstream were 92 in December, up from 82 during in 2014. The December 2015

files included four assaults, three domestic violence cases, one sexual offence, three residential break and enters, one vehicle theft, three cases of theft under $5,000 and five motor vehicle accidents.

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“A charging station is being installed in Vernon,” he said. There is already a charging station located at the Armstrong Co-Op. Lobbying starts The township is lobbying local governments around the region and, ultimately, the province, to join it in its bid to protect water sources. Council unanimously approved a motion that will be forwarded to the Southern Interior Local Government Association (SILGA) for consideration at its annual convention April 19-22 in Kelowna. The motion, put forward by Coun.

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arents were taking notice of those perceived to be sitting on the sidelines when it comes to the future of Armstrong schools. And particularly, they were looking to their community leaders. “Spallumcheen council has been a great supporter and wants the four schools open because of growth in Spallumcheen,” said Kim Weston, part of a team trying to stop the North OkanaganShuswap School District from closing Armstrong Elementary School. Richard Rolke “In Armstrong, we’re not getting the same vocal support (from council). They haven’t come forward.” In a Feb. 5 letter to the school district, Spallumcheen politicians indicated the difficult enrolment and financial issues facing trustees. “However, as you are aware, schools are necessary for the maintenance and growth of a healthy community,” wrote Mayor Janice Brown. “Please carefully consider all input and options, including the creative ideas provided by the community, which may enable the four Armstrong-Spallumcheen schools to be maintained in their current configuration.” However, no firm stand appeared to be coming from Armstrong council. In fact, during a recent interview, Mayor Chris Pieper seemed resigned to the situation, pointing to a drop in students and the need for the school district to get its books in order. “Something has to happen. We knew we were probably going to go from four to three schools,” he said.

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Obviously, reality can’t be ignored. The school district is facing a $1.3 million shortfall, largely because provincial funding doesn’t keep up with the cost of living. Belts have been tightened over the years and the district is running out of options so capital efficiencies are proposed. But despite the facts and figures, many residents still oppose boarding up a school. First and foremost, there are emotional ties to schools that have served some families for generations. More practically, there is the concern the remaining three schools will be packed to the rafters if AES closes, particularly given future growth —Armstrong’s population in 2015 was 4,991, up 1.5 per cent from 2014, while in Spallumcheen, there was 0.8 per cent hike from 5,166 to 5,207. In the end, municipal councils are the form of government closest to the people and politicians are readily at hand. You will see them at the grocery store or the coffee shop. There is an expectation that councils as a whole will stand behind the community on major issues even if individual councillors are personally lukewarm to the topic. Finally, Armstrong council stepped up to the plate Monday, issuing a statement. “City council encourages the school board to take into consideration all impacts and seek out all possible solutions. Regardless of whose voice is speaking, the matter of school closures affects our entire community,” said Pieper in the release. Some residents will still wonder what took Armstrong council so long to get to this point, but that’s now irrelevant. The fact is that Armstrong’s civic leaders have united with their residents and their counterparts in Spallumcheen and are providing a united voice.

As we come into the final leadup to the Penticton 2016 BC Winter Games (Feb. 25 to 28), it’s important to stop for a moment and recognize the massive effort that has gone into making this event a success. For many B.C. athletes, the Games, winter or summer, have been a major step on the road to bigger competitions, a path that, for some, lead all the way to the Olympics. For others, this will be the highest point in their sports career. In either case, it’s important that the Winter Games are wellrun and provide these young athletes with the best of memories. That’s the job of the volunteers that are making these games happen. Some are set to start their volunteering when the games begin, but others have been working on the Penticton games since 2013. That adds up to a lot of volunteer hours, especially when you consider the numbers involved. About 2,000 volunteers supporting 1,225 athletes, 333 coaches and 180 officials. And the Winter Games is just one of several events this year that wouldn’t happen without the volunteers, including the recent 56th annual and always very successful Vernon Winter Carnival. So as we prepare to cheer on the athletes this weekend, let’s first give a cheer for the volunteers that are key to making this event, and virtually every other event that takes an army of volunteers to make happen, a success. Here’s to a great outcome for all athletes involved and a note to take the time to shake the hand of a volunteer who helped make this great event possible for one and all. -Black Press

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he adage, "If you haven’t got time to do it right, when will you find the time (and money) to do it over?” is a good mantra for all but especially for our elected and paid public service with regards to on-going, unresolved civic issues such as the Kin Race track, civic buildings maintenance, the art gallery, affordable housing, the master water plan, entry signs, implementing the OCP in Vernon and Coldstream and other issues consistently deferred or revisited costing time and taxpayer money which could better be spent elsewhere for infrastructure or smart growth enhancements. Though all involved may be well intentioned, there is more morass than momentum. With reviews indicating our governance and staffing levels exceed what is required for our area population, we can well ask if we are getting good returns on these investments. Mayor Mund invites citizen contributions over complaints though he knows citizens are the lifeblood of our community, actively engaged contributing to and volunteering for service clubs, health, recreation, arts, agriculture, native and non-profit boards to name a few with the

goal of keeping Greater Vernon great. Volunteers created, and still operate, the largest annual tourist and economic events such as Vernon Winter Carnival, Creative Chaos, Funtastic and artisan and farmers markets. In turn, we have a right to expect our paid professionals on staff to collaborate and initiate effective economic plans to attract investment, tourism, well paid jobs, an educated and skilled workforce, and young families to keep our area schools open. Citizens also contribute time and talents to official community plans for Vernon and Coldstream highlighting priorities such as more parks, increased transit and trails (hike and bike), and a commercial/ residential core density.

FIREARMS DEBATE More musings on Mr. Alexander's common sense approach to stopping terrorism and decreasing crime by ensuring all adult citizens are given firearms training and required to carry a firearm. The purpose of a firearm is to kill or maim. Our law enforcement officers and soldiers are given comprehensive psychological and emotional testing and training which they must pass prior to being issued and trained in the use of firearms. They carry firearms in the case deadly force is necessary to protect the innocent. Fines and punishments are used as deterrents to crime and, when necessary for public safety we use incarceration. Terrorists, criminals, and emotionally and

Citizens did not ask for building demolition only to be replaced with a wasteland of paved parking lots but did ask for a cultural centre which if built with galleries, studios and shops on the main level with rentable accommodation above could be self sustaining while generating local/ tourist activity and revenue. Literally thousands upon thousands of area residents are engaged in the arts as teachers, participants or audience. It is my hope they mobilize their supporters and create public awareness leading to OCP/ council/Regional District of North Okanagan action on the arts front. What makes a community attractive, besides natural assets, are the created amenities …phys-

mentally unstable people are also citizens. If we arm and train all citizens in the use of firearms we are also arming and training terrorists, criminals, and unstable people. It would be a colossal undertaking and expenditure to screen and train all citizens the same way we do our law enforcement officers and soldiers, but unless we do we run a very real risk of doing more harm than good to our society. Might there not be a better way to spend taxpayer's dollars to prevent crime or the seeds of violent radicalism? I recently became aware of a very interesting crime reduction program being used in Glasgow Scotland that has seen the number homicides in the city halved in the past 10 years. You can read about it here: www.theguard-

ical, social and cultural. Invest in enhancing those quality of life intangibles and studies show you attract tangible investment by visitors, new residents and businesses. Even without signage we already know Greater Vernon is a four season’s sensation. Yet despite increased population and larger tax revenues, very few OCP goals have yet to be funded or achieved in Vernon, and especially Coldstream, to improve core amenities. If you think too little is being done, speak up to those who are entrusted with the viability and sustainability of Greater Vernon and whom are paid to represent your interests. Our local governments can reduce wasteful spending, amalgamate overlapping functions, incorporate sustainable practices and outcomes, access more grants (becoming available) over taxes for future revitalization and infrastructure, and inspire all citizens by their good example with innovative, decisive action. Best practices lead to best outcomes. When the buck stops here, creative leadership is poised to make positive change from it. Becky Strube

ian.com/uk-news/2015/apr/06/glasgow-murder-rate-knife-gang-crime-police Justifying the arming of people with deadly force by quoting (John 15:13) "Greater love has no one than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends," is off the mark. The Bible does not say, "You have the responsibility to kill those who threaten you, your friends, or your family." Even worse, that is precisely the rationale many terrorists use for their violence. How likely is it that a suicide bomber who is laying down his or her life for friends, family, and what they consider the "greater good," will be deterred by an armed and trained citizenry? Let's keep looking for the right solution to minimize or prevent crime and terrorism. April Sheehan

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MEDIA COVERAGE As a Canadian taxpayer and retired military person, I am disgusted to have to listen to the media about these poor refugees that have to live in a hotel for a whole month. As sailors, we had to live on a mess deck with 20 to 30 other guys, three tiers high, side by side, with a box separating us for a period of two to three months. (Now it’s up to a year’s deployment, but that is what we signed up for). The refugees signed up to be resettled in Canada. Things will get better in years to come as they did for previous immigrants and refugees. The media gave the navy a mere mention when a ship left to a hostile area for a whole year. Maybe we should be thinking of them and their families instead of the refugees’ hardship of living in a hotel for a month with taxpayer-provided food, TV, health care and other “needs." L. P. Mitchell

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Saskatoon rockers The Sheepdogs utilize the sound system to its fullest at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre Monday. Lead singer/guitarist Ewan Currie, left, and the band performed songs off their latest album Future Nostalgia as well as hits from their past four albums to a close-to full house of appreciative fans. More photos from the concert can be seen on The Morning Star’s Facebook page.

Jazz society holds concert in support of heart transplant recipient Musicians gather at Vernon Jazz Club Saturday in support of Michael Garding Morning Star Staff

A group of Okanagan and visiting jazz musicians are banding together to help one of their own. The Vernon Jazz Society is holding a fundraiser in support of bandleader and saxophonist Michael Garding, who underwent a lifesaving heart transplant at St. Paul’s Hospital in Vancouver this weekend. Garding was also expected to have a kidney transplant and, as of press time, was recovering from surgery in hospital. The evening of jazz, which will help cover Garding’s expenses, takes place Saturday at the Vernon

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Heart transplant recipient Michael Garding, with sax, is seen here with his quintet, Neville Bowman, Candice Deacoff, Brian McMahon and Lonnie Burma. The Vernon Jazz Society is holding a special concert Saturday at the Vernon Jazz Club to raise funds for Garding and his family. Jazz Club. “Michael opened up musical opportunities for me,” said Vernon Jazz Society president and bassist Brian McMahon, who is helping organize the concert. “Michael’s

musical standards are very high, which meant that I really had to ramp up my playing when I joined his band in 2001. He truly is a local musical guru.” A graduate of Lake Country’s

George Elliot Secondary School and Grant MacEwan College in Edmonton, Garding has played with just about every Okanagan jazz and blues-based musician. He has conducted, composed and arranged music for his own traditional 20-piece Michael Garding Big Band, as well as for the 12-piece horn-funk band Soul Funktion. He has led the Festival Big Band at the annual B.C. Interior Jazz Festival, and has shared the stage with the likes of Campbell Ryga, Dee Daniels and Pat LaBarbera. The owner of a recording studio in Kelowna, Garding has also performed with Valley-based bands PHAT Betty, The Shuffle Kings, the Salmon Armenians and with other jazz projects. In Vernon, he has performed with the Michael Garding Quintet and Groove Engine at the jazz club. The Bob Rebagliati Trio, featuring Vancouver pianist Rebagliati, woodwinds player Saul Berson and

McMahon, is scheduled to perform as host band at the fundraiser. Joining them are North Okanagan musicians, vocalist Judy Rose, woodwinds player Doug Sonju, keyboardist Henry Piovesan and guitarists Neil Fraser and Paul May. Travelling up from Kelowna are vocalist Ellen Churchill, saxophonists Larry Crawford and Marshall Rasmussen, and drummers Martin Lord and Scott Gamble. “The list is still growing,” said McMahon. Doors to Saturday’s event open at 7:15 p.m., with music at 8 p.m. Admission is by donation to the Michael Garding Needs a Heart Go Fund Me account (bring a cash donation or present a receipt proving online donation). Only 140 seats are available - first come, first serve (no advance tickets or table reservations). The Vernon Jazz Club is located at 3000-31st St., above Nolan’s Pharmasave. Visit vernonjazz.ca for more information.

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hawn Lightfoot is the founding member of The Shawn Lightfoot Band, also featuring members Dale Johnston, Julia Newton and Kevin Lane. Lightfoot is the lead vocalist and guitarist. Q: How would you describe your music to somebody who hasn’t heard it before? SL: “We cover a range of music that is wildly diverse and full of energy. The show kicks off with a special Neil Diamond tribute and then moves into a rapid-fire mix of classic rock, country, modern rock and current radio hits. We have a strong core belief that live music should be an authentic and engaging experience for everyone, including the band.” Q: What was it like playing together as a band for the very first time? SL: “The first couple of times we played together I think we all knew there was a special spark. That moment when you look at one another after playing a song and you just know. Dale, Kevin and I all shared some common musical ground, but at the same time we were pushing each other into musical areas outside of our individual comfort zones. That element still remains a driving force for us today, which makes it inspiring and keeps us on our toes.” Q: What’s your best memory? SL: “There’s so many great musical memories over the past few years; like the time we played a beach party and the beach was almost like a mosh pit. There were boat flotillas, dancers on boats, GoPro cameras passed around the crowd, a drone flying overhead to get video to the boats. It was nuts. That was a magical night.” Q: How did you become interested in music? SL: “My interest in music started as early as I can remember. Growing up, my parents played lots of different styles of music in the house. When I was about eight years old, I used to climb into a closet with an 8-track player to complete-

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The Shawn Lightfoot Band, Dale Johnston (left), Shawn Lightfoot, Kevin Lane and Julia Newton, plays its next gig this Friday and Saturday at The Green in the Village Green Hotel. ly immerse myself into the song. I vividly remember the day that I decided I wanted to play guitar. That moment was like a bolt of lightning and since then there was no turning back.” Q: What’s something that most people don’t know about you? SL: “Probably that deep, down inside I’m really quite introverted and shy. I think I’ve learned to become more extroverted through life experiences over the years. That being said, there is an indescribable sense of intimacy that still finds its way out from that underlying core when I’m putting it all out there in a performance.” Q: What’s your favourite song currently? SL: “Cake By The Ocean by DNCE.” Q: Has anything inspired you lately? SL: “A couple of things lately. The Band Perry did a version of Gentle On My Mind at the CMAs a year or two ago that blew me away. Also a YouTube clip of Lawrence Gowan performing Criminal Mind live with Styx. Gives me chills.” Q: If you could sit down and chat with

any person alive or dead, who would it be and why? SL: “It might sound odd, but it would be Albert Einstein. He was such a visionary in so many ways. He’s just always fascinated me for some reason. He’d be so interesting to chat with.” Q: What can we expect from you musically this year? SL: “This is a really exciting year for us. Julia Newton, our wickedly talented bassist, recently joined the band and we have been working on getting set to roll out a lot of really fun and energizing new material. We hope to keep pushing our musical boundaries and come up with a few surprises along the way.” Q: Do you have any upcoming shows? SL: “Yes, we have a show coming up at The Green in Vernon Feb. 26 and 27. It’s a fantastic venue for live music and always makes for memorable shows. Show goes at 9:15 both nights. Check out our Facebook page for news on upcoming shows.”

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sung version, can’t come in under two minutes. Saratovsky’s segue into Chopin’s second popular waltz in Opus 64, was as seamless as his segue from one Scarlatti sonata to another, as well as those between Anatoly Lyadov’s five preludes in the program’s second half. Claude Debussy wrote L’isle joyeuse (The Joyful Island) in 1904 when he fell in love on, and with, Jersey, an island in the English Channel. We fell in love too when Saratovsky’s expressive passion conjured pictures of gulls swooping, sun gleaming and waves crashing. Our dramatic pianist rose breathlessly from Debussy’s climactic ending to introduce Franz Liszt’s Liebestraum (Dream of Love). He explained Liszt’s three concepts of love: religious, erotic and unconditional, saying, “Liebestraum is a definitive illustration of the latter.” Then he went on to prove it. His mastery of all aspects of music was manifested in Liszt’s Fantasia quasi Sonata, written after a reading of Dante’s Divine Comedy. When Saratovsky’s interpretation of hell, purgatory and paradise ended, my neighbour sighed, “Now I believe in aliens. This man’s superhuman.” The second half of the program required more work from the audience. Tchaikovsky’s Dumka (Russian Village) evoked images of cold streets and worn faces. Relief came with Lyadov’s five preludes and a loving anecdote about his laziness. Lyadov’s magical Music Box also provided a perfect encore to the program which ended with Sergei Rachmaninoff ’s mighty Sonata No. 2 in B Flat Minor Opus 36. Even though this was the shorter version, rewritten in 1931 when Rachmaninoff was 58, its meaty variations between the explosive and lyrical left us, the piano and Saratovsky exhausted. Apart from this final tour de force, every piece in the program was written when its composer was in his 30s or 40s (including Rachmaninoff ’s original manuscript), to contrast our fond, grateful adieu to NOCCA’s much older Steinway.

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Silver Star Mountain Ski Resort old timers and newbies alike showed up in droves for the first Silver Star Museum event Jan. 25 to hear stories of the original glory days of The Star in the ‘60s and ‘70s. Mark your calendar now for the next event. Part II, Stories of the ‘80s — The Good, the Bad and the Ugly — kicks off March 3 at 4 p.m. at The Chilcoot Conference Centre. Dig into your closets and trunks for those scuffed up cowboy boots, widebrimmed Stetsons and skinny bolo ties to fit in with the Western theme. “Make sure to get your tickets early. The last event sold out in a couple of days and extra tickets had to be printed,” said Patti Shales Lefkos, with the museum. “Don’t miss the fun, frolics and memories.” The event features music by Russell Haubrich and Friends, appies, a cash bar and door prizes. Tickets are $20, available at The Village Ski Shop.

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Teacher Kim Ondrik leads a discussion with her students at Vernon Community School. She said VCS had an overwhelming response to registration for the next school year, with parents lining up as early as 4 a.m. to ensure a spot for their child. There are still spots available for September 2016. “Please drop by for a visit to check out this innovative educational option for students in Grades 7 to 11,” said Ondrik. “The community is always welcome.” VCS is at Fulton secondary school and it will host its second Passion Night and silent auction fundraiser March 2 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. “It’s a great way to get a sense of our talented and enthusiastic students.”

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elcome to my 100th column about gardening. I don’t know where the time has gone but it seems I just started last month. Snow is going away very fast and in our back yard, even in the shady part, it Jocelyne Sewell is gone. I started some clean-up already but some of the ground is still to wet to work with. We have clay and it takes awhile to dry until the next step, when it gets hard as concrete. Some of the beds, however, are getting much lighter with the addition of compost over the years. It makes a big difference as the soil warms up faster, therefore ready to plant earlier. With the beautiful days we’ve had, I have transferred many seedlings in the greenhouse for a few hours until the sun goes down. They are still too tender to stay there overnight but all the trouble is worth it.

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In the morning, I don’t need a light anymore when I walk the dog. On a clear day, you can see daylight just after 6 a.m. The robins are all over and chirping joyfully and you can also hear the pheasants on the hills. They all tell me spring is just around the corner and it is gardening time. I just found my first crocus open on the 18th. Someone enquired about ways to fight ants and pill bugs on their strawberry plants in the summer. The following is taken from the pestcontrolcanada. com site. Also on the site, you can find just about any type of bugs you might encounter in your garden with the definition about it. Very interesting. Sow bugs are land crustaceans which look very similar to pillbugs. Their back consists of a number of overlapping, articulating plates. They have seven pairs of legs and antennae which reach about half the body length. The pillbug has a rounder back, and a deeper body. When disturbed it frequently rolls into a tight ball, with its legs tucked inside, much like its larger but dissimilar counterpart, the armadillo. Sowbugs have gills which need con-

stant moisture. They are primarily nocturnal and eat decaying leaf litter and vegetable matter. They also feed on the tips of young plants, so can be considered pests, but they also help the environment by breaking up decaying plant matter and help speed up the recycling of the nutrients they contain. To keep them away from your plants you have to remove excess vegetation and debris. They like to hide under wood planks and dead leaves. Remember, if you don’t solve the moisture problem, the bugs will return no matter what chemicals you use, or how much you use them. I remove them by hand or squish them with my feet where possible. The ones in the compost bins have a longer life as I don’t bother with them. As for the ants on plants, usually they are there with aphids. Get rid of aphids and they may go away, too. Don’t forget the Enderby seed exchange on March 5 at the Splatsin Community Centre, starting at 10 a.m. Come and say hello. I will be there with seeds and plants. For more information: 250-558-4556 plantlady1@shaw.ca

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pro life thrift store 50 per cent off sale Don’t miss out on our big storewide winter sale on good quality ladies, men’s and kids’ clothes. Everything 50 per cent off. Also, shoes, bags, dishes and toys included. Get a new blazer for spring or check out our big variety on books. Come on in and see for yourself and get the best pick. Sale runs Feb. 24 to 27. We are at 3102-31st Ave. Call 250-545-0777 for more information. the north okanagan urban bicycling coalition Our goal is to encourage people of all ages and abilities to safely ride bicycles more often to school, work, on errands and for fun. Our vision is a North Okanagan which is world-renowned for recreational, sport and transportation oriented bicycling. The meeting will be Feb. 24 at 7 p.m. at the Vernon Library, upstairs in the community room. For more info., contact Kerry at ptworks@shaw.ca. north okanagan & local first nation communities Free program: legal advocate can provide low-income men and women with info. on their welfare rights and tenant rights and benefits; can represent you with the ministry in your denial of welfare rights/benefits or designation as a person with a disability; can appeal your denial of Canada Pension Plan Disability, EI or Old Age Security; can advocate with you regarding your landlord disputes and represent you at a residential tenancy hearing; will look at law/policy and draft legal appeals on your behalf. Calls returned in 12 to 24 hours and immediate assistance for evictions. Legal advocate does not give legal advice. Drop-in clinic Wednesdays 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Info., legal advocate Jody Leon, BSW, LLB, Vernon Women’s Transition House Society, #102-3301 24th Ave. Call 250-542-3555, ext. 209; fax 236-426-2497. free confidential kidney health screening Feb. 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at White Valley Community Centre, 2250 Shields Ave., Lumby. Pre-registration required. The Kidney Foundation of Canada, B.C. branch and Lumby Health Society are offering screening opportunity for those who are at risk for kidney disease. In B.C. an estimated one in 25 people will develop kidney disease and most will not know it until they have some form of kidney failure. Call 250-547-9741 to book appointment. armstrong spallumcheen arts council agm Annual General Meeting of the members of SPARC Feb. 24 at 6:30 p.m. at the Wild Oak Cafe, 2539 Pleasant Valley Blvd., Armstrong. Questions or inquiries? Please email sparcartscouncil@gmail.com the royal astronomical society of canada Vernon branch meets Feb. 24, with pre-meeting at 6:30 p.m. with John Kerr speaking on “Light Pollution,” an exploration of our society’s wasteful use of light and how to set up effective, non polluting outdoor lighting. Regular meeting starts at 7:15 p.m. with the main presentation by Colleen O’Hare presenting “Gravity: the Curving of Space-Time,” looking at a few different ways to imagine the warping of space-time by a mass. Also, Jim Kanester will present Observing Challenges for March 2016. Meetings will be in the Heritage Hall on the corner next to the Okanagan Science Centre on the east side of Polson Park just off Highway 6. drive-through breakfast at fulton Feb. 24 from 7 to 8:30 a.m. at Fulton secondary school, join local author Sarah Gabriel and her board of directors at this fundraiser for Many Colours For Hope in its first local fundraiser, Hope and Heart for Hungry Children. The foundation is partnering with Fulton teachers and Grade 12 students to prepare and offer to the public a drivethrough breakfast bag, $5 per bag. All funds raised from sale of bags will be donated to Fulton breakfast program, which provides a nourishing breakfast (or lunch) to hungry children in the school. foster parents needed in the vernon area Attend Introduction to Fostering to find out how you can become a foster parent and make a difference for children and youth in our community. Feb. 24 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the People Place. Registration required. For more info., or to register, please contact Noelle at 250-558-0939 or noksupport@okfosterparents.ca parent support group for eating disorders We will meet every second and fourth Wednesday from 7:15 to 8:45 p.m., downstairs at Bean to Cup Coffee House. Led by parents, for parents, this is a safe place to talk, find support and encouragement as you journey with your child through an eating disorder. For more info., please call Lisette at 250-351-9303. the schubert centre has a wonderful thrift store in basement. Full variety of dress and casual clothes for men and women. Housewares, jewelry, material, bedding, craft items etc. Open Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Wednesday and Friday 9 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. They accept donations of gently used clothing, jewelry,household goods etc. We would love to accept

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he Greater Vernon Museum presenting its 21st Annual Antiques & Collectibles Show & Sale this weekend at the Recreation Centre Auditorium and Dogwood Gym. With 150 sale tables spread out more than 15,000 square feet, this event is one of the biggest of its kind in the interior. Dealers and collectors from all over the province bring thousands of antiques and collectibles to show and sell! These items can include everything from coins, jewelry, books, furniture, glassware, postcards, and more. Admission to the event is $3 for adults, per day. Bring the kids! Children 12 and under are free! All proceeds from admission and table rentals go directly to support the museum and its programs. Event times are 3 to 8 p.m. on Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday. For more information, call the museum at 250-542-3142.

larger donations but picking them up is difficult. Every second Saturday of the month the centre has a pancake breakfast and thrift store is open 8 to 11 a.m., usually with great deal on most items i.e. two-for-one or fill a bag etc. Quality items at low prices. Everything on display is cleaned, ironed, mended and tested for working order before sold. Items in stock for most popular holidays, Christmas, Halloween etc. If you feel you have four hours a week to spare and would like to volunteer, please call 250-549-4201.

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living small: a tiny house documentary Feb. 25 from 6:30 to 9 p.m., Vernon library. Experience the challenges and rewards faced by Anderson Page as he constructs his first tiny living space. Hear from Odin and Hailey about building their own tiny home in Vernon! Could YOU live more with less? Sponsors: RDNO, ORL and SENS. This is the final documentary in our series. old age pensioner org. cribbage Tournament Feb. 25. Registration 9 a.m., games start 10 a.m. sharp; $30 per team includes hot lunch, coffee, etc. Pre-register by calling 250-762-6208 or 250766-5437 or email lsdmjb@yahoo.com free appointments for digestive health Feb. 25 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Lumby Health Centre, 2135 Norris Ave. Book individual appointment by calling 250-547-9741. Jenifer Ziemer, RHN, will discuss the following at your appointment: evaluate food selection, preparation and intake; lifestyle and well-being; identifying nutritional imbalances and lifestyle habits. georgette thrift shop “The Worlds Favourite Store” holds Back up the Truck Sale! Tons of clothing at $2 or half price of our already ridiculously low prices. Your purchases support local mental health programs — thank you! Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday and 9 a.m. to 4 Saturday at 3100-28 Ave. the victims of addiction family support group Our next meeting is Feb. 25 at 7 p.m. at The People Place. the vernon camera club holds a creative evening Feb. 25, Vernon Community Arts Centre. Members will bring their cameras and create images of everyday objects. Please bring camera, tripod, lights if you can and any props you think will be interesting. If you have a laptop it would be useful to view and edit photos. Meeting starts 7 p.m. but if you can, come early to get things set up. A $2 drop-in fee is requested from guests wanting to join us. people in pain network pain self-management group We meet the fourth Thursday of the month from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m., Schubert Centre, 3505-30th Ave. Do you struggle with persistent pain? Do you feel like your pain is holding your life hostage? Find it difficult to talk about your pain? The Vernon Peer-Led Pain SelfManagement Group can help you find answers to your questions. Our trained peer leaders can help you learn to self-manage your pain. We can help you build and lead a strong support team, learn and practise self-management skills, add meaning and purpose back into your life and to regain the confidence to build your new normal. Meetings are free. Info., Liz at Vernon@pipain.com, call, toll-free, 1-844-747-7246 or see www.pipain.com armstrong knitting circle Meets the first, second and fourth Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. at Heaton Place. Come join us. For more info., please call Ouida Kempner at 250-5463673 or Rhonda Brozer at 250-546-3238. vernon toastmasters Interested in brushing up on your presentation skills? Vernon Toastmasters is now an advanced Toastmasters’ Club. Members have the opportunity to present longer speeches and have more in depth evaluations. We welcome

anyone who was a Toastmaster in the past to join. The club meets on the second and fourth Thursday of each month at the Pantry Restaurant, 3908 – 32nd St. (Highway 97). Info., 250-938-0324. hold your event at the schubert centre A great place to hold your wedding, grad, bar mitzvah, memorial service, birthday party/luncheon/dinner, meetings and a whole lot more in between. Can accommodate up to 300 people in auditorium, 120 in the banquet room (with its own entrance), up to 50 in the meeting room and 75 in the Coffee House and are famous for their catering. The centre also provides meals for The Meals on Wheels program. Call 250-549-4201 for further information or to book your event. new hope for widows & widowers support group Meets in the New Hope Office, room #004 in the basement of the People Place, on the fourth Thursday of the month, noon to 1:30 p.m. The group is led by Hellmut Noelle of the Family Resource Centre as well as a New Hope volunteer. Those who have been widowed are welcome to attend and share their questions and experience on the journey of grief. Bring a bag lunch if you wish. For more information, contact the New Hope office at 250-5456004, or email newhope.bc.ca@gmail.com. al-anon meeting Thursdays at 1:30 p.m., at Trinity United Church on Alexis Park Drive. cancer relaxation support group For people living with cancer and their support persons. Meets Thursdays at 3:30 p.m., People Place, 3402-27th Ave. For more information contact Colleen at 250-550-8802. time out needlework at halina seniors’ centre For those who like to socialize and do crafts every Thursday from 1 to 3 p.m. If you enjoy counted thread needlework, cross stitch and/ or hardanger come and join us for an afternoon of stitching and socializing. We are a small group that enjoy stitching, teaching and learning. For more info., call 250-542-2877 or just drop by. aa meetings on thursdays Meeting, Monday to Sunday, 7 a.m., 3204 Alexis Park Dr.; this is an open meeting and is handicap accessible.. Monday to Friday, noon, open, VTC, 2810-48th Ave. (H) Meeting, open, 10 a.m., Schubert Centre, 3505-30th Ave. Closed meeting 8 p.m., Mug and Muffin, 2801B-34th St. Meeting (X) open, 8 p.m., VTC, 2810-48th Ave. Open meeting, 3204 Alexis Park Dr. Vernon (H), 5 p.m. daily. (H) handicap access. (X) no handicap access. 250-545-4933 vernon ms society support group Meeting and monthly potluck to be held the fourth Thursday of each month at 1 p.m., room 105 of the People Place, 3402-27th Ave. Call 542-2241. the compassionate friends TCF is an international, nonprofit, non-denominational, self-help organization for parents who have experienced the death of a child at any age, from any cause. Meetings held at 7 p.m., on the last Thursday of the month at the People Place, 3402-27th Ave., Vernon. Info., Darlene or Al at 250558-5026 or Kelli at 250-379-2465 or her cell at 250-308-8489. free legal drop-in clinic Volunteer lawyers provide up to 15 minutes of basic advice on legal issues. For more information, call Access Pro Bono at 1-877-762-6664. By appointment only. fgbmf canada dinner banquet Author and speaker Jim Morrison is a seven-year survivor of stage-four cancer who will speak on the topic, “From Duck Hunting to Emergency” Feb. 26 at 6:30 p.m. at Schubert Centre, 3505-30th Ave. Doctors gave Morrison, of Coeur d’Alene Idaho, six months to live: no weddings and no graduations for the upcoming grandchildren. For early reservations, please call Ed at 250-558-6102. Limited seating. Tickets $18 (1/2 price ages seven to 12). All welcome.

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Margaret MacKenzie, Judy Stockdale and Pat McAllister, with the North Okanagan Naturalists Club, take in the view while cross-country skiing at Sovereign Lake Nordic Centre. MacKenzie and McAllister (below) hit the trails at Sovereign.

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YOU WORK. YOU DRIVE. REGARDLESS OF CREDIT HISTORY Society is now bombarded with ads directed at credit challenged or “BAD CREDIT” individuals because the reality is that over 30% of consumers in BC are suffering with some form of credit challenges, in most cases by no fault of their own. If you have a job and believe you can afford car payments but are tired of being turned away at the car dealerships call 1-888-545-7281 or check us out online www.vernonkia.ca and let Dionne go to work on securing you auto financing that is affordable for you.

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At Vernon Kia they are flexible with their staff ’s schedules to make sure At Vernon Kia customer service is that family life doesn’t suffer due to king. work commitments. “What sets our dealership apart is “We all cover and support each we are very customer-centric,” said other,” said Murota. Kevin Murota, general manager of The staff also supports the commuVernon Kia. “We understand that peonity offering their help for numerous ple aren’t necessarily shopping for a causes. physical product or financial product This spring, Vernon Kia is excited anymore but an experience and relato roll out the 2017 Kia Sportage with tionship, so that they know that they its brand new body style. are covered once they have their car.” The compact sports activity vehicle Vernon Kia has been open since is one of Kia’s top sellers and its new 2005, employs 18 people and continues version has sharp, clean lines and lots to grow. of new technology with better pricing. The dealership purchased the old Art Knapp property next to them in Vernon Kia will have good incenDecember, doubling their size. tives for the outgoing body style once Their increased space is coming at the new Sportage hits the market in the right time because they have douthe beginning of March. bled their used car volume and have The dealership offers new and used started taking trade-ins on recreational vehicle sales and leasing, with a full vehicles such as boats, snowmobiles, service and parts department, detailATVs and RVs. ing and access to a body shop. One of the things Kia prides itself With sales increasing every year on is their strong warranty. It is a five LISA VANDERVELDE/MORNING STAR Vernon Kia is confident in its future year 100,000-kilometre comprehenGeneral manager of Vernon Kia Kevin Murota stands next to a Kia Soul in their showroom. despite the challenging economic sive warranty, which means it covers times. young family last June. unit which shows when they are dealing everything except wear & tear. “I think that because the economy isn’t with customers. “That is the reason I moved here,” he said. “We want people to know that they are “Work/life balance is a huge thing that “In Vancouver I got off work at 9 p.m. and the best right now people are looking for being taken care of when they come back,” we try to promote here,” said Murota who would get home at 10:30 p.m. and I would more value for their money,” said Murota of said Murota. Vernon Kia staff are a tight supportive moved to Vernon from Vancouver with his only see my kids when they were sleeping.” Vernon Kia.

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Please contact me for a personal and confidential appointment at your convenience 250-549-3250

FUNDING ADDRESSES AND DREAMS SINCE 1992

Peter Pogue

Broker/Owner AMP

Address: #100 4007 - 27th St, Vernon, BC Phone: (250) 549-3250 • Toll Free: 1-800-567-5511 • Fax: (250) Cell: (250) 549-8109 • Email: peter@kal-mor.com Lender/broker fees may apply

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S. Grandview Flats Rd

“It’s a ruff life!”

Tu’re PilE Y e o

Just minutes from O’Keefe Ranch!

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Just for fun, Jaelyn Cotter and her father, Jim, break down curling video and discuss shot making. They also spend hours together in the rings and until the B.C. Mixed Doubles Curling Championships started Friday in Enderby, had only curled together in a fun bonspiel last year in Vernon. Jaelyn, who turns 16 a week Thursday, read the rules and tried on her game jacket the night before the playdowns. It was like Jim brought a clone to the provincials as the Cotters cruised to gold in the 17-rink affair, stopping Andrew Forrest/Becky Campbell of Vancouver 8-5 in Sunday’s final. The Cotters advance to the 32-team nationals, March 31, April 3, in Saskatoon. The worlds go April 16-23 in Karlstad, Sweden. Mixed doubles will make its Olympic debut at the 2018 Winter Games in Pyeongchang, South Korea. “It was such an amazing experience,” said Jaelyn, a Grade 10 Fulton student. “I have always wanted to go in this event with my dad and we’ve been talking about it for about a year. I tried to have faith, but I didn’t expect to win in our first try.” Jaelyn threw first and final rock in every end. Each team has only six stones and one of those stones from each team is prepositioned on the centre line before every end of play. Both curlers may sweep. “We throw a lot together and I coach her (junior) team so we’re pretty tight,” said Jim, 41. “It was an emotional moment when we won. It’s a different game but her and I would discuss strategy normal to what (Kuhn) Ryan and I would do in the house. It was really good we could talk like that with the B.C. Winter Games coming up.” Jaelyn’s Vernon juvenile rink opens play Friday at the Games in Penticton. Jim, Kuhn and company will represent

B.C. at the Tim Hortons Brier, March 5-13, in Ottawa. Jim and Jaelyn opened the B.C.s by icing Chris Medford/ Brenna Baker of Cranbrook 11-5 before ambushing Scott Kryski/Natasha Cummings of Langley 15-2 and grounding Rob Nightingale and Brenda Noble of Enderby 10-1. The Cotters brushed back Sarah Daniels/Jordan Tardi of New Westminster 11-4 in the semifinals. Daniels, of Delta, is a two-time B.C. junior women’s champion who skipped her rink to a silver medal at the 2016 nationals. Tardi, of Surrey, bagged bronze at the national junior men’s finals. The Cotters beat Kryski/Cummings 8-3 in the quarters. Jaelyn began tossing rocks in the Little Rockers program at the Vernon club under her dad’s tutelage. “I’m going to keep curling for as long as I can,” she said. “My dream is to make it to a Scotties (Canadian women’s tournament).” Jaelyn’s cousin Elijah Meixner, Katelyn McGillvray and longtime teammate Cassidy Schwaerzle round out her Winter Games’ foursome. The Games are also doubling as the provincial juvenile (under 16 playdowns). Okanagan rinks also struck gold at the B.C. Seniors Championships in Richmond. Former world junior champion and Brier veteran Bob Ursel of Kelowna ruled the men’s playdowns, crushing Wes Craig of Victoria 7-2 in Sunday’s final. Ursel, 51, is backed by former Vernonite Dave Stephenson, Fred Thomson and Don Freschi. They move to the Everest Canadian Seniors, March 28-April 2, in Digby, N.S. Ursel’s wife, Leanne, will join him at the nationals after she threw third stones for Diane Foster’s gold-medal Kelowna senior women’s rink. Foster has Cindy Curtain at second and Vernon’s Sherry Heat at lead. Foster went 4-3 in preliminary play before clipping undefeated Marilou Richter of Penticton/Vancouver 5-4 in the final.

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Vipers look to pin down playoff spot The Merritt Centennials clipped the Alberni Valley Bulldogs 3-2 in overtime Saturday berfore 456 fans at the Nicola Valley Arena, moving into a share of fourth spot alongside Vernon, with 47 points. The Trail Smoke Eaters remain in the mix with 46 points after a thrilling 5-4 overtime win over the Salmon Arm Silverbacks Saturday in front of 1,100 fans at the Shaw Centre The Vipers hosted the overall last-place Surrey Eagles, while the Smokies entertained the Silverbacks Tuesday. A Viper win and a Smoke Eater loss would eliminate the Smokies, who finish the regular season Saturday night at home versus the Vipers. Merritt has weekend home dates left with the first overall Penticton Vees and the fifth overall Wenatchee Wild. Vernon hosts the Wild Friday night and will hand out their team trophies on the ice post-game. The Vipers will also deliver their third jerseys to fans who won online bidding. Kawaguchi opened the scorDARREN FRANCIS PHOTO Brett Stapley of the Vipers prepares to make a pass with teammate Nick Rasovic and Chiefs’ Ryan Forbes (#20) ing in Chilliwack with his 39th snipe of the season. Kohen and Mark Esposito following the play Saturday night at Prospera Centre in Chilliwack. Morning Star Staff

The Vernon Vipers now have company holding down the fourth and final playoff spot in the B.C. Hockey League’s Interior Division.

Matteo Esposito made 31 saves to earn his fourth shutout of the season and Jordan Kawaguchi scored twice as the Chilliwack Chiefs smothered the Vipers 5-0 Saturday night before 3,552 fans at Prospera Centre.

Olischefski picked up the primary assist, following up his blocked shot behind the Viper net and finding Kawaguchi all alone in front. Kawaguchi’s shot went over the right shoulder of Viper goaltender Andrew Shortridge. Just 60 seconds later, former Viper Linden Hora managed his eighth of the season when he cut in on the left wall and directed a high back hand shot towards the Viper net. Hora circled behind the net and watched as the referee signaled a goal with the puck stuck in the top of the netting. The Mainland Division-leading Chiefs held a 19-9 shot advantage after 40 minutes. The Vipers were a much better team in the second, outshooting the Chiefs 12-6 but unable to solve a spectacular Esposito. “We had a bad start and when you have a fragile team like we are, it’s game over,” said Viper head coach/GM Mark Ferner. Kawaguchi struck again with 94 seconds left in the stranz, bagging his 40th. Thirdperiod goals by Connor McCarthy (6th) and Dennis Cholowski (9th) closed the scoring. The Chiefs outshot the Vipers 38-31 and went 0-for-4 on the powerplay. Vernon was 0-for-3 with the man advantage. GAMES REMAINING: VERNON (2): Home: Wenatchee; AWAY: Trail. MERRITT (2): Home: Penticton, Wenatchee. TRAIL (1): Home: Vernon.

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Nic Teale of the Vernon Sun Valley Source For Sports Vipers battles Jordan Lowry of the Kelowna Rockets in Bantam Tier 2 hockey playoff action Saturday at Civic Arena; Logan Imrich of the Vernon Home Hardware Vipers scoops the puck away from Morey Babakaiff of the Penticton Vees in a Midget Tier 2 playoff tilt Saturday in Penticton. Both Vernon teams won their series openers.

Eggert brings high energy to Midgets top line with Carl Main and Reed Cashato, while Pawsey was fabulous on the forecheck and reliable up and down the wall. “We’ve called Joe up three or four times and he has got a big assist or big goal just about every game,” said Chase. “He’s a smart and skilled player and his skating has really improved. He works hard which gives the rest of the guys some confidence.” The regular-season champion Vees (122-1) came out strong, skating hard and finishing their checks after a couple of weeks off. Penticton opened the scoring on a screened shot before second-place Vernon (11-2-2) equalized on a nice passing play from Eggert and Main. A streaking Cashato took the feed and converted top shelf with a one-timer. The Vees took the lead again before a Vernon powerplay goal leveled the score with 10 seconds left in the second period. Dylan Sedlacek fed Eggert, who found Main for the 2-2 goal. The Home Hardware crew took advantage of another powerplay early in the third period when Eggert tipped in a beautiful feed from Main and Cashato. The Vipers got into penalty trouble in the third period but their defence OVER $11,000,000 stood strong in front of a rock-solid Billy Cawthorn. IN INVENTORY! “The referee put us in the box four straight times and Billy shut the door,” Go To www.CountryRV.net said Chase. “We don’t score a lot of for a 360 virtual tour goals but we have the best dee in the league and our goalies are both very good (Connor Webb is the other G).” Johnston, a roadrunner and leader, may return for Game 2. The Coca-Cola Tier 3 Vipers lost 7-0 to host Kelowna Saturday. Game 7840 Highway 97 3732 Highway 97 N Winfield, BC 2 goes Saturday night at 7:30 (Civic). Kelowna, BC Phone: 250.766.3100 Phone: 250.807.2898 The Sun Valley Source for Sports Toll Free: 1.866.488.3101 Toll Free: 1.888.456.1808 Vipers are also one win away from www.CountryRV.net

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The Vernon Home Hardware Centre Vipers came from behind twice to edge the Penticton Vees 3-2 in the Okanagan Mainline Midget Tier 2 Hockey League best-of-three final series opener Saturday at Memorial Arena. Game 2 goes Saturday in Vernon at Civic Arena (3:45 p.m.). A third game, if required, will be played Sunday at 8 a.m. in Summerland due to the B.C. Winter Games in Penticton. The champion advances to the B.C. playoffs, March 13-18, in Prince George. Head coach Keith Chase brought up forwards Joe Eggert and Harvey Pawsey from Tier 3 with Connor Johnston (wrist) on injured reserve and Bryce Pyle holidaying in Mexico. Eggert collected 1+2 playing centre on the

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reaching provincials after stuffing Kelowna 6-1 Saturday at Civic Arena. Tyler Sedlacek made multiple highlightreel saves in the first five minutes as Kelowna (9-6-3) pressed hard against the first-place Vipers (16-2), who were coming off a fourweek break. Nic Bolin pocketed 2+3 for the Sun Valley crew, while Colby Feist also recorded a deuce, Nic Teale added 1+2 and Corbin Hanson also scored. Cole Johnson and Lincoln Connor chipped in with helpers. Game 2 goes Saturday in Rutland, with a third game, if needed, Sunday at Kal Tire Place. The provincials are March 13-18, in Salmon Arm. The Watkin Motors Mustangs and Penticton are going to Game 3 Saturday (1:15 p.m., Civic) in their Pee Wee Tier 2 final series. The first-place Mustangs stopped the second-place Vees 5-1 Saturday at Civic with the Vees winning 4-3 Sunday at home. Steel Quiring provided 2+1 as the Mustangs (14-1) took the series opener. Captain Jacob Boden, Jakob Jones and Zackary Funk supplied singles. Jace Weir, Jarred Feist and Liam Remple earned clutch assists in front of a stellar Cayden Hamming. In Penticton, the Vees opened the scoring for the second straight game before Vernon equalized midway through the first on a blast by Remple, assisted by Funk and Connor Elliott. The Vees then rang up three unanswered snipes for a 4-1 lead. Funk converted a nice pass by Elliot. late in the second stanza and Isaac Thomas brought Vernon within one midway through the third. Teja Sheldrake started, giving way to Hamming late in the second period. The H&L Glass Atom C Vipers split a pair with South Okanagan, falling 3-2 Saturday in Oliver before winning 6-2 Sunday at the

Sun Bowl in Osoyoos. South Okanagan went up 3-0 Saturday before Ryan Cox was sent in all alone and converted after a great cross-ice feed from Hudson Kibblewhite. Second assist went to Colter Louis. Austen Vandenbrand scored the second after some quick puck movement and precision passing from Jeffrey Curtis and Lyndon Carleton. Curtis (1+1) opened the scoring Sunday with a five-hole goal on passes from Carleton (2+1) and Vandenbrand (1+2). Riley Beer (2) got his first of the game with a hard shot from in close. In Super League Midget playoff action, the fifth-place North Okanagan Knights upset banner-winning Talon Benefits Thrashers 6-4 and iced third-place Vernon Authentic Trophy & Plaque Snakes 6-3. Jaxon Cummings pulled the hat trick as the Knights beat the Thrashers Monday night at Kal Tire Place. Clayton Thielman, Sarah Gilowski and Marshall Jones also scored. Rowan Wood, Sam Frisby, Nick Poirier and Brendan Horsfield replied for Talon. Liam Sutherland and Jordan Campagnolo each rang up deuces as the Knights grounded the shortstaffed Snakes Saturday in a penalty-filled affair at Nor-Val Sports Centre. Gilowski and Jones added singles, while Tiege Doughty, Nick Mitchell and Brogan Houston countered for the Snakes. The second-place Corbett Office Kings shaded the Knights 1-0 Sunday with Cole Benjaminsen netting the winner, from Ryley, midway through the third. Ethan Huizinga earned the shutout. The Kings tied the host Salmon Arm Lakeside Printing Sting 3-3 Saturday with Brett Lambert providing a deuce and Reid Lawrence getting one. Jaden Steinke scored three times as the Thrashers iced Blackburn Excavating of Salmon Arm 5-3 Sunday at Civic Arena.

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Cats second in Valleys VSS, who lost their Valley playoff opener by two points to Westsyde Friday night at the Panther Pit, rebounded with wins over the Princeton Rebels (52-33) and Penticton Lakers (49-21). The Cats outscored Princeton 13-4 in the 1st quarter with Olivia Sawka sinking five of those points. Falk scored 13 of her 23 points in the first half and pocketed a dozen rebounds. Durfeld registered 11 points and five steals to take Player of the Game. “The girls were on a mission to show how they can play as a team and proved it well,” said VSS head coach Howie Falk. Dynamic defence boosted the Panthers past Penticton in the tilt for fourth. VSS held Penticton to 11 points through three quarters Bree Vanderleest attacked the rim with vengeance and bagged six points, while Maddy Smith cleaned up the boards and rang up nine points. Falk took Player of the Game with 13 points. KSS Owls brushed back the Huskies 49-40 in the final. South Kamloops beat Westyde 36-22 for third place.

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Another year, another berth in the B.C. Senior AA Girls Basketball championship. So it goes for the VSS Panthers, who will attend the provincials for a 13th straight year after a runner-up finish Saturday at the Okanagan Valley playdowns in Kamloops. The Immaculata Mustangs of Kelowna won the Valley title by grounding the Panthers 69-55 in the final at Westsyde Secondary. There was a field of eight teams. “We were down five at the half withstanding the heavy pressure exerted by the Mustangs,” said VSS head coach Lonny Mazurak. “We shot 20 percent from the free throw line in the first half which really hurt us. “They pushed the lead to double digits in the second half but we got the lead down to six halfway through the half but were unable to come all the way back.” Anna Rice and Brianna Falk each canned 14 points for the Panthers, while Jordyn Cullum counted 10. The Cats ambushed the Valleyview Vikings of Kamloops 77-32 in their opener with Cullum flushing 21 points. Megan Rouault pocketed 13 points, while Rice and a red-hot Katie Macgillivray each sank a dozen. Rouault and Kristy Fugel both produced 16 points as VSS upended the Okanagan Mission Huskies 75-51 in Game 2. Fugel supplied all her points in the fourth quarter. Cullum collected 14 points as the Panthers fought through the Huskies’ trap and pressure with a strong counter. It was 38-23 Cats at the recess. Meanwhile, VSS junior girls lost 70-34 to the host LISA VANDERVELDE/MORNING STAR South Kam Titans in a backdoor challenge Monday night. Olivia Sawka of the VSS Junior Panthers dribbles around Kelcie Kelsey Falk compiled 14 points, while Emilia Durfeld Holland-Kronn of the Princeton Rebels Saturday at VSS. had six and Bree Vanderleest five.

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PEE WEE TIER 2 HOCKEY - Game 3 in best-of-three Okanagan Mainline final series, Watkin Motors Mustangs vs Penticton Vees, 1:15 p.m., Civic Arena. Series tied 1-1.

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On paper, the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League’s first-round playoff series between the North Okanagan Knights and Osoyoos Coyotes is a gross mismatch. But the series is not played on paper. The Coyotes – who entered Game 1 of the best-of-seven series Tuesday at the Sun Bowl having won their last 12 regular season contests – finished first in the Okanagan Shuswap Division at 41-9-1-1 (only the defending champion Kimberley Dynamiters had a better mark at 41-70-4). Osoyoos tied for the most goals scored

(224 with Beaver Valley Nitehawks) and set a new KIJHL record for fewest goals allowed in one season, 93. No other team allowed less than 100. The Knights – losers of their last three and 2-7-0-1 in their last 10 entering the series – finished 48 points behind the Coyotes at 14-30-3-5, scored nearly half as many goals (116) and allowed 159 goals against. The Coyotes boost the KIJHL’s scoring champion in Rainer Glimpel, who had 30-55-85. North Okanagan’s leading scorer, Graham Watkins, amassed 13-24-37. The Knights, however, are the only Okanagan-Shuswap Division team to have

beaten the Coyotes (who won the season series with North Okanagan 5-2-1) twice. Both wins came in their last four meetings, both in Osoyoos, and the Knights are 2-1-1 in the last four with the Coyotes. The Knights closed out the regular season Sunday with a 4-1 loss (Jordan Bautista, 1st) in Summerland, the back end of a home-and-home with the Steam, who won 4-3 at the Nor-Val Sports Centre Saturday. Trent Redschlag (7th), Patrick Nicholson (6th) and Austin Fournier (11th) scored for the Knights. Fournier and Brady Marzocco (6th) scored for North Okanagan Friday in a 4-2 loss to the hometown Kelowna Chiefs.

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Bridge by Phillip Alder WATCH THE CARDS AND BELIEVE THEM There is a Japanese proverb that says, “If you believe everything you read, better not read.” At the bridge table, you should try to read the cards, and almost always you can believe them. In this deal, West leads the heart eight against four spades. East takes the trick with his ace and shifts to the diamond two. How should South continue? East’s weak jump overcall would not have pleased a purist. He had a poor suit and two aces, but facing a passed partner, he judged it was better to try to disrupt the North-South auction. South’s two-spade response guaranteed at

least 10 points and a fivecard suit (with only four spades, he would have made a negative double); West bid to the nine-trick level in his side’s known nine-card fit; North raised spades with four-card support; and game was reached. Note West’s lead. Since he had raised hearts, he led top of nothing. (If he had not bid, he would have led low from length, which would have given East a nasty problem at trick one.) South should read East’s diamond two as a singleton. Then, somehow declarer must stop West from getting on lead and giving East a diamond ruff. South should see that he is doomed if West has the

spade ace. But if West holds the club ace, declarer can keep him from winning a trick by taking the second trick with dummy’s diamond ace and discarding both of his clubs on the heart king and heart 10. This is called a scissors coup. When back on lead, South draws trumps as quickly as possible.

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YOUR BIRTHDAY TODAY Get your priorities straight and set your sights on the long game. Having a solid plan in place will help you stay on track and be properly prepared for what’s to come. Make this year count.

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PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) Play hard and aim to please. Your ability to bring valuable information, strength and original ideas to any partnership you form will bring future opportunities and success. ARIES (March 21-April 19) Look at the big picture, but withhold your intentions until you feel you are in a position to win. Time is on your side, and precision and strategy will improve your chance to excel. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Call in favours owed and be willing to offer an additional incentive to ensure continued support and backup if required. Don’t give in to pressure from someone lacking integrity.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) Walk away from anyone trying to make you feel guilty. Put time and energy into making alterations at home that will give you the freedom to delve into a potentially compelling project. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) Keep an open mind and don’t make assumptions based on secondhand information. Focus on being your best, not trying to change others to fit your needs. Fair play will win favours.

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CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Getting together with former co-workers will be enlightening. Your experiences and the skills you have developed will prompt an interesting proposal. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) If you give everyone space, you will be offered the same in return. Working alone will allow you to achieve what you set out to do without interference.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) You need to take care of your interests. Do and look your best in order to earn respect and gain the help you’ll need to deal with any competition you encounter. CANCER (June 21-July 22) Attend a cultural event or sign up for a trip that will educate you regarding your domestic choices. If you take the initiative, you can improve your life. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) Don’t get angry or take part in something that will challenge your physical well-being. Check out positive changes that you could make to enhance your personal life. Romance is highlighted.

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VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Think before you take action. Make your plans carefully and only share them with people you feel could help. Don’t take on someone else’s responsibilities. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) Spend time on selfimprovement. Whether it’s a physical change or one that will broaden your awareness or skill set, it will result in positive change. Your love life will flourish.

Financial Plan Preparation – Let’s Hear From You The Regional District of Central Okanagan is preparing its 2016 – 2020 Financial Plan. It will be reviewed by the Regional Board at several upcoming meetings. These sessions will also provide opportunities for you to provide your comments and thoughts on the Financial Plan. You’re welcome to attend these public meetings on Thursday, February 25th and Thursday, March 10th in the Woodhaven Board Room at the RDCO office, 1450 KLO Road in Kelowna. In accordance with the Local Government Act, the Regional Board will hold a Special meeting starting at 9:00 am, Thursday, March 31st for consideration and final adoption of the 2016 – 2020 Financial Plan. This meeting also provides a final opportunity for public comment and input before final approval of the budget. Visit regionaldistrict.com/budgets for all meeting dates, times and information.

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Wayne Ian Anthony Mitchell Wayne Ian Anthony Mitchell went home to be with his Lord on February 20, 2016 in the Vernon Hospice House surrounded by his family. He passed peacefully, remaining steadfast in his faith until the very end of his life. He leaves to mourn his faithful wife and best friend, Carol Mitchell; daughter, Toni (Steven) Jacobs; daughter, Kelly Hopkins (Mike); step-son, Shannon (Rita) Stange; step-daughter, Shawna (Elvis) Stange-Brown; brother, Gray (Yvette) Mitchell; sister, Linda Halvorsen and his grandchildren, Madison Stoddart, Destiny Kuo, Desiree Brown and Austin Brown. Wayne had numerous brothers-in-law and sistersin-law and nieces and nephews. Wayne was born in Dawson Creek on March 3, 1936 but spent 49 years of his life in Squamish, BC as a businessman, primarily in real estate. In semi-retirement, he fulfilled his lifelong dream and purchased a farm in the St. Paul area of Alberta where he lived for 8 years before returning to live in Penticton, BC. He and Carol chose to retire in Vernon in the Swan Lake Recreational Resort. He was active in whatever community he chose to live in and was a faithful follower of Jesus Christ. His way of life as a believer was first and foremost and his faith in his God never wavered. He was a member of his church wherever he went and continued with his ministry within the Gideon Camps and Christian Businessmen’s Association in both St. Paul and Squamish. He was involved with the Okanagan Gleaners in both the Vernon and Oliver plants. A memorial service will be held on February 27, 2016 at 2 PM to celebrate Wayne’s life at the Alexis Park Church in Vernon, BC. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Gideons International in Canada.

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SADORSKY, Aloma Aloma passed away peacefully in her sleep with family by her side on Friday, February 19, 2016 at the age of 78. Survived by her loving husband Emil of 61 years; daughters: Brenda Smith (Marty) of Spirit River, AB, Cindy Sadorsky and Viola Sadorsky both of Kelowna, BC; grandchildren: Anna Langelid, Josey Smith, Arvid Sadorsky, Aliesha Sadorsky, Leonard Hildahl (Amber), Brent Hildahl (Melissa), Allen Hildahl (Cassie), Michael Dumont, Shayle Dumont; great grandchildren: Cody Beaudreau, Shawnnie Langelid, Daisha Langelid, Dacey Pittmann, Tini Pittman, Morgan Matwychuk, Keaton Matwychuk, Krystyna Baginsky, Logan, Donovan, Kyle, Maddison, Dominic, Claudia and Dayton; great, great grandchildren: Jaxton and Emerson; sister Ila Slizak; numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her son Wyatt, grandson Shawn Smith, granddaughter Lynette Langelid and great granddaughter Aniko. There will be an ash interment on Thursday, February 25th at 1:30 pm at the Pleasant Valley Cemetery in Vernon, followed by a Memorial Service at 2:00 pm at the Pleasant Valley Funeral Home, 4303 Pleasant Valley Road, Vernon, BC. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society www.cancer.ca or a charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com, 250-860-7077.

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Amanda May Richelle Burk Amanda May Richelle Burk died suddenly at Kelowna General Hospital on Friday, February 5th, 2016 at the age of 28 years. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Emmanuel Baptist Church, Vernon on Saturday, February 27th, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Richard Priebe officiating. Amanda was born in Calgary, Alberta, lived in Cranbrook most of her school years and had been a resident of Vernon since 2011. She was a beautiful young mother of two children, who were the center of her universe. Amanda loved her spouse Ben and dreamed of their little family’s future. Amanda was filled with compassion and care and was there for friends and family during their hard times. Amanda enjoyed being a girl and was never in short supply of hair products, makeup and nail polish. She enjoyed softball and snowboarding growing up. Amanda faced life’s challenges bravely, loved life, hanging with friends, and joking around with her brother and sister. She had a smile and laugh that could light up a room. Amanda was predeceased by her grandfather’s Ken Burk and Merv Diebert. She is survived by her spouse Ben Cross of Vernon; two children: Khloe and Wyatt; parents: Deena Camozzi (Jason Summerfelt) of Vernon and Jody Burk (Mary Cullen) of Cranbrook; grandparents: Brenda Deibert of Vernon, Richard Camozzi of Vernon and Nonie Burk of Winfield; siblings: Courtney (Curtis) Rogers of Vernon and Justin Burk of Vernon; in-laws: Tracy Cross (Pat McNeil) of Cranbrook and Russell Cross (Nancy Poulet) of Cranbrook; as well as other aunts, uncles, cousins and many good friends.

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US capable Class 1 Drivers required immediately: We are an Okanagan based transport company looking for qualified drivers for US loads we run primarily in the Pacific Northwest, Utah, Arizona and Nevada. We offer a new pay rate empty or loaded. All picks and drops paid. Assigned units company cell phones and fuel cards. Regular home time Direct deposit paid every second Friday with no hold backs. We offer a rider and pet policy. Company paid US travel Insurance. All applicants must have reliable transportation and a positive attitude. Please fax resume & abstract to 250-546-0600 or by email to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

Madge Callens 1912 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2016 Margaret Jane â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Madgeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Callens (nee Robertson) passed away peacefully at Parkview Place, Enderby, on Thursday morning, February 18, 2016 at the age of 103. Madge was born August 27, 1912 on her parents farm at Mara, the fourth of five children. On completing school at Mara she helped on the family farm, was a cookâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s helper at St. Michaelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Girls School in Vernon, and later worked in fruit packing houses around Oyama. Madge married in 1937 and they farmed until 1943 when her husband joined the BC Provincial Police/RCMP. This meant a move from Mara, and an opportunity for Madge to meet new friends and participateÂ in many community clubs during postings to Kelowna, Grand Forks, Merritt, Clinton, back to Merritt and finally North Vancouver. They retired back to Mara in 1965. Madge was a Life Member of the Order of the Eastern Star, and will be fondly remembered for her hospitality and love of a good game of cards. Madge was predeceased by her husband of 54 years, J.H. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Callyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Callens, in January 1992. She will be forever missed by her three children: Larry (Alice), Ian (Marg) and Jeanne (Rick) Garner; six grandchildren, Craig (Joanne), Kim (Mike) Jacobs, Kelly (Adrianna), Kathy (Lance) Block, Gage Garner and Marlo (Sebastian) Lipsett; and ten great grandchildren, Courtney, Taylor, Brandon, Erin, Eline, Ian, Ari, Kassidy, Kayla and Ginger. A Celebration of Life will be held in the Mara Community Hall at a date to be determined. The family thank the Home Care workers and staff at Parkview Place for their thoughtful and compassionate care of Madge.

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Part-Time Graphic Designer The Vernon Morning Star is looking for a Part-time Graphic Designer to join our creative team. The successful individual will be responsible for the assembly and output of advertisements for our various projects. Qualifications: t 1SPĂĽ DJFOU JO "EPCF *O%FTJHO 1IPUPTIPQ BOE *MMVTUSBUPS JO B .BD FOWJSPONFOU t 8FMM PSHBOJ[FE t $SFBUJWF UFBN QMBZFS t 2VJDL BOE BDDVSBUF UZQJOH t " LFFO FZF GPS EFUBJM t 4USPOH EFTJHO TLJMMT This is a part-time position CBTFE JO 7FSOPO #$ This candidate should also be knowledgable in QBHJOBUJPO BOE QBHF MBZPVU *G ZPV DBO IBOEMF working in a high pressure situation and still want to IBWF GVO UIFO ZPV BSF SJHIU GPS PVS UFBN 5IF 7FSOPO .PSOJOH 4UBS JT B NFNCFS PG #MBDL 1SFTT $BOBEB T MBSHFTU QSJWBUF JOEFQFOEFOU OFXTQBQFS DPNQBOZ XJUI NPSF UIBO UJUMFT JO #SJUJTI $PMVNCJB "MCFSUB 8BTIJOHUPO )BXBJJ $BMJGPSOJB & Ohio. 1MFBTF GPSXBSE ZPVS SFTVNĂ? XJUI B CSJFG OPUF PO XIZ you are a great candidate to:Â .JDIFMMF 4OFMHSPWF 1SPEVDUJPO .BOBHFS stationa@vernonmorningstar.com PS ESPQ JU PGG JO QFSTPO BU UI "WF 7FSOPO Closing date: March 1, 2016. Only those selected for an interview will be DPOUBDUFE /P QIPOF DBMMT QMFBTF

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Help Wanted Vernon Service Company Requires F/T JOURNEYMAN PLUMBER/B GASFITTER $38/hr. Call 1-250-549-4444 or email: pres@aslanservices.ca

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Bourbon Street Bar and Grill is looking for an experienced line cook to join our team. If you are looking for long term full time position and have the right attitude please drop your resume off in person at Bourbon Street or e-mail to rreichelt@shaw.ca.

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Service Person required fulltime for our Service center in Armstrong, the successful candidate must have some mechanical skill as well as some experience with servicing Highway tractor units and capable of working under little supervision. Must have own reliable transportation and be physically fit, be able to work Tuesday to Sat 8-5. Please fax resumes to 250546-0600 with job position applying for or by e-mail to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com with job description in subject line. No phone calls or walk inâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s please.

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General Duty Person required for Armstrong BC. This is a full time position Monday to Friday 8-5. Must have own transportation and be physically fit, please fax resume with job description to 250-546-0600 or email to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com with job description in subject line. No phone calls or walk inâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s please.

Repair Person required part time for our Proheat, Wabasco and various other makes of heaters and air-conditioning units in our highway tractors. This is part time position that could lead to full time we require the right person immediately we are located in the Spallumcheen Industrial park in Armstrong BC. You must have your own transportation and be reliable and physically fit, please fax resume with job description to 250-546-0600 or e-mail to parris@ricknickelltrucking.com with job description in subject line. No phone calls or walk inâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s please.

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Merchandise for Sale

Real Estate

Rentals

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For Sale By Owner

Apt/Condo for Rent

Utility Trailers

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Furniture Leather Chesterfield & Love Seat, dark brown, wood trim $2000.obo (250)545-8638

HILLSIDE TERRACE 39th Ave, clean & well maintained; 1 bedroom, No Smoking, No Pets. $730 and up. 250-545-5773

2602 - 24th Street, East Hill Newer house, 4 bdrm + suite, 2100 sq.ft., large yard, great view from lower and upper deck. $475,000

Heavy Duty Machinery

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Furniture Emporium WANTED: Good used Medical equipment, walkers, power lift chairs, scooters and other items. Phone 250-545-0240

Church is looking for a property to rent or buy to be used for a drug rehabilitation center. (250)307-8858.

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Recreational

Misc. for Sale

Homes for Rent

Shared Accommodation Looking for mature woman, animals are welcome, in 2bdrm house, d/t, 5 min to Safeway and bus. $500 + util. Laundry, fenced yard. No alcohol, no drugs. Veronika 250542-3407

Transportation

MTD Lawn Tractor 14hp, 38â&#x20AC;? cutting deck, w/chains, like new $1100.obo 250-351-5780

Auto Accessories/Parts

POLE BARNS, Shops, steel buildings metal clad or fabric clad. Complete supply and installation. Call John at 403998-7907; jcameron@advancebuildings.com

REFORESTATION NURSERY seedlings of hardy trees, shrubs and berries for shelterbelts or landscaping. Spruce and Pine from $.99/tree. Free shipping. Replacement guarantee. 1-866-873-3846 or www.treetime.ca

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STEEL BUILDING Sale. Really big sale, extra winter discount on now!! 21x22 $5,190 25x24 $5,988 27x28 $7,498 30x32 $8,646 35x34 $11,844 42x54 $16,386. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422; www.pioneersteel.ca WANTED: Good used furniture, beds & appliances. Phone Furniture Emporium, 250-545-0240

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OKANAGAN BLUE PRINT Drafting & Design, New Renovation. (250)558-8791

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WRECKING GM, Honda Civic, FWD CARS, Since 1994. All parts on the shelf. Armstrong. 250-546-9055. www.anchorusedautoparts.net

Apt/Condo for Rent

Scrap Car Removal

Curves of Kamloops. Adult companions. Interviewing. 250851-1777 no texts please.

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Vernonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gentlemanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lesuire. In/out, Beautiful attendants. Hiring. 778-363-1074

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This Week’s

PLAN NUMBER 9-3-212

CHARMING NARROW LOT HOME

esigned especially for a narrow lot, this charming two-storey family home includes three bedrooms plus a den, as well as a terrace and a covered deck at the back. Entry is through a foyer, where the den is to the left. Directly ahead, through an archway, is a coat cupboard, as well as the U-shaped staircase up to the second-floor sleeping bedrooms. A second archway leads into the dining-room and kitchen, while just beyond, under a dramatic vaulted ceiling, is the great room. Located in a space at the back of the home that looks over the garden, the great room features French doors that open onto a covered deck with a sunny terrace beyond. A gas fireplace will make this room cozy during the cooler months. The dining room is separated from the stairwell by a railing, and includes an optional buffet, which will increase storage and serving space. The kitchen’s raised eating bar and prep island divides it from the dining room. The U-shaped

counter configuration promises efficiency, and a large pantry in one corner provides extra room for stapes and canned goods. The window over the double sink looks out to the covered deck. Also on the main floor is the laundry room, as well as a two-piece powder room with a built-in shelf. Upstairs, the master suite includes a window with an extra-deep sill that overlooks the front garden. The en-suite includes a soaker tub, as well as a glass shower stall, and the roomy walk-in closet offers space for the most clothesconscious couple. The second and third bedrooms, both overlooking the back garden, share a threepiece bathroom. A linen closet is located nearby, handy to all three bedrooms. A railing separates the stairwell from the upper landing, and there is a window on the lower landing. Exterior finishes include horizontal siding and shingled gable ends, as well as decorative oval vents in the upper gables. The shingles are echoed in the bases of the pilasters that

THIS DESIGN INCLUDES AN UNFINISHED BASEMENT

MAIN FLOOR PLAN 1064 SQ. FT. (98.8 M2) 9'-0" CEILING HEIGHT

WIDTH - 25'- 0" (7.6 M) DEPTH - 57'- 6" (17.5 M)

SECOND FLOOR PLAN

PLAN NO. H 9-3-212

853 SQ. FT. (79.2 M2)

TOTAL 1917 SQ. FT. (178.0 M2 )

JENISH HOUSE DESIGN LIMITED support the covered front porch. This home measures 25 feet wide and 57 feet, six inches deep, for a total of 1,917 square feet. Ceilings, except in the great room, are nine feet high. The design also includes an unfinished basement. Plans for design 9-3-212 are available for $755 (set of 5), $815(set of 8) and $863 for a super set of 10. B.C. residents add 7% Prov. Sales Tax. Also add $35.00 for Priority courier charges within B.C. or $65.00

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Hundreds of women wrote: This tea works! My overactive bladder problem is gone. No more frequent bathroom trips. I now get a good night's sleep. Suzie Brown, 67, Corning, CA <The tea is wonderful. Noticed a difference in four days and total relief in ten days. Heather Eichstaedt, 70, Petawawa, ON <I was skeptical to believe a tea would help after all the #4B NPN 80048480 medicines and unsuccessful surgery did not. The testimonials made me try it and I found they were TRUE! It does work! Angela Romualdi, 46, Maple, ON <The Bladder Control Tea has been a real improvement of my life. I even had surgery for my incontinence that was unsuccessful. I am happy I have my full confidence back for my outings and daily, worry-free activities. Annette Thibault, 72, Montreal, QC.

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Stem Cell Activator

<Stem Cells activated from our own bone marrow spread all over the body to heal injuries, back or other pain, and rejuvenate our skin all over the body and especially in our face. Women that took it for healing were surprised that it visibly improved their facial skin better than creams. <In a few weeks I noticed a huge difference in the appearance of my skin, as some lines and creases were diminishing, leaving a nice, polished glow to my face. Caroline Dube, Petawawa, ON <Friends remarked that I don't have the deep lines in my face anymore. One concludes that if the stem #63 NPN 80051478 cells have such a healing effect on the skin, they must also have a great benefit for all internal organs. I feel young and full of vitality. Diane Perreault, 62, TroisRivieres, QC. <President’s statement: I’ve been taking #63 for years. I still enjoy working full-time. Invariably, in places where I have to give my age of 84, people comment that I look like I’m in my 60s. Nick A. Jerch.

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