OKTV 31: Pioneering Local TV
In the early 1980s, residents were introduced to a bold new form of local media: OKTV-31, the county’s first — and only — low-power...
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MAGAZINE
Nov 192 min read
Veterans Honored with Quilts
The North Central Washington chapter of Quilts of Valor (QOV) held a series of ceremonies over the summer to honor local veterans,...
Nov 192 min read
Johnson's Dreams Blossom
Just a few miles south of Tonasket, along State Frontage Road, lies Florasage Farm—a small but flourishing haven of flowers and herbs,...
Nov 194 min read
Lights, Camera, Action
In the summer of 1964, Omak found itself in the spotlight as Larry Lansburgh, a then-prominent movie producer-director, arrived with a...
Nov 192 min read
Peterbilt Playhouse
Every child dreams of a treehouse. A place to play, pretend to be an adult, and let their imaginations run wild. But for Mark and Diane...
Jul 152 min read
Bodie: From Boomtown to Ghost Town
Bodie, Wash., once a thriving mining town, now stands as a testament to the boom-and-bust cycle of the American West. Nestled in the...
Jul 82 min read
Enjoy the Water of Okanogan County
KATIE WHEAT PHOTO Imagine an afternoon with friends floating down the river or taking in Okanogan County’s scenery from a canoe, kayak,...
Jul 62 min read
Summertime Sipping: Chilled White Wines Explained
By Linda Colvin Esther Bricques Winery Summertime brings to market the new releases of white wines that were harvested the season before,...
Jul 14 min read
Cheers to 90 Years - Cooksey: 'Just keep doing what you love'
Jean Cooksey, owner of Tonasket-based antique and second-hand store Jeans on 3rd, is proof that age is just a number. Having recently...
Jun 282 min read
Fourth of July Events Abound
Communities throughout Okanogan County will celebrate Independence Day with a variety of events and activities. Events, by community...
Jun 283 min read
Nealey Name Chesaw Rodeo Grand Marshal
For this year’s 82nd annual Fourth of July Chesaw Rodeo, the rodeo club named Gary Nealey as grand marshal. Nealey was born and raised in...
Jun 252 min read
Some Pig: 600-pound Swine Re-Homed to Malott
Fur Ever Yours Animal Rescue Special to Okanogan Living Fur Ever Yours Animal Rescue, a dedicated non-profit organization in Okanogan...
Jun 212 min read
The Frontmen Plan Okanogan Concert
They have 30 No. 1 hits, have sold 30 million albums and are the soundtrack to every Friday night honkytonk, first kiss and broken heart...
Jun 172 min read
Team Sasquatch Brings Home Gold
By Okanogan County Special Olympics Special to Okanogan Living The Okanogan County Sasquatch Special Olympics teams traveled to the...
Jun 92 min read
Let's Go Camping
June is the perfect time to unplug from everyday life and head to the mountains. Imagine breathing in fresh mountain air next to a...
Jun 34 min read
Creek Pays Homage to Widel
A previously unnamed stream in the North Cascades Mountains has a new name and pays homage to a former Omak author and newspaper...
Apr 176 min read
Tips for preparing for fire season
By Bill Kresge Special to Okanogan Living Why do we live in the Okanogan? Living in the Okanogan can be a real challenge, for some that’s...
Mar 65 min read
Making Music and Memories
By Brock Hires Okanogan Living Living in a world of music, where tunes and melodies blend with the heartbeat of a community, there are...
Dec 7, 20236 min read
Duarte: Music keeps her young, family keeps her inspired
By Phyllis Laurie Special to Okanogan Living One of the most beloved and respected musicians in the Okanogan Valley is Lota Duarte. With...
Nov 28, 20233 min read
Lindeblad honored
By Brock Hires Okanogan Living Compassionate, generous and a mentor. Those were the words community leaders, students and past and...
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