Memorial Day remembrance events planned
Memorial Day is observed on the last Monday of May, honoring the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. It became an...
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MAGAZINE
- Apr 22
- 2 min
Kokanee, trout await anglers
By Brock Hires Okanogan Living With the snow melting and temperatures climbing, spring is in the air. That means there’s a reason for all...
- Apr 8
- 2 min
A store that offers a little bit of 'This & That'
By Adeena Hires Okanogan Living Mother and daughter duo, Janet and Lacy Montanye, started their small-town, locally owned gift shop “This...
- Apr 1
- 3 min
Okanogan: Natural beauty meets rich history
The town site of Alma began in 1886 as a trading post established near the mouth of Salmon Creek by Frank J. “Pard” Cummings. The town...
- Mar 13
- 4 min
Oroville couple brews success
By Brock Hires Okanogan Living Beer is one of the oldest beverages humans have produced. In fact, barley beer was recorded in ancient...
- Mar 1
- 3 min
Rainbows Bring feelings of wonder, joy
By Adeena Hires Okanogan Living With spring comes some incredible storms, and along with it — rainbows. No matter your age, when one...
- Feb 24
- 1 min
Winthrop Balloon Festival set March 3-5
The skies over Winthrop will brighten with the brilliant colors of more than a dozen hot air balloons during the Winthrop Balloon Roundup...
- Feb 24
- 1 min
Charity assists animal rescues
Earlier this year, Team Okanogan Animal Welfare group coordinated the distribution of dog and cat food to local animal rescues and foster...
- Feb 24
- 3 min
Wilsons: A lifelong journey of love and devotion
Do you remember the advice you were given before walking down the aisle? Does “don’t go to bed angry” or “learn the art of compromise”...
- Feb 10
- 3 min
Carving Creations
When one thinks of an “artist,” visions of pen and paper usually come to mind. Or maybe acrylic paints, a variety of brushes and a blank...
- Feb 10
- 1 min
Love plans Omak concert
Reggae singer Mike Love will perform at 7 p.m. at the Omak Performing Arts Center, 20 S. Cedar St., Feb. 24 at 7. His unique style and...
- Jan 2
- 3 min
Behind the Badge: Meet Sheriff Budrow
By Brock Hires Okanogan Living Former Twisp Police Chief Paul Budrow stepped into the uniform of Okanogan County Sheriff Jan. 1, and...
- Dec 1, 2022
- 3 min
Memories of Christmas on the ranch
Katie Wheat Photo By Kate MacKenzie Special to Okanogan Living This time of the year makes one reflect on the Christmases of childhood....
- Dec 1, 2022
- 2 min
Stitching stockings of holiday cheer
By Kate MacKenzie Special to Okanogan Living Janet Warner quilts the most wonderful Christmas stockings. Each one is unique. She has made...
- Nov 4, 2022
- 8 min
Memories aboard the USS Okanogan
(Editor’s note: John E. McGee Jr. was a guest of honor at the second annual Okanogan Fly-In. Mr. McGee’s connection to Okanogan began on...
- Nov 4, 2022
- 19 min
The Lauries of Bonnie Brae
ABOUT THE AUTHOR: This story was written by Helen Jewett in 1986 and provided by the Laurie family. Jewett compiled the accounts of her...
- Oct 13, 2022
- 16 min
106 years with Verona Naught Reese
By Edna Mae Hinger Special to Okanogan Living (Editor's note: This story was written as recorded by Edna Mae Hinger. Verona passed away...
- Sep 21, 2022
- 4 min
Werners harvest success, life lessons
By Brock Hires Okanogan Living Richard and Jill Werner know a thing or two about the agriculture industry in Washington state. In fact,...
- Sep 21, 2022
- 2 min
Local Scouts attend Camp Bogardus
Story, photos by Karla Stucker Special to Okanogan Living Camp Bogardus is a Scout camp on the San Juan Island just south of the English...
- Sep 21, 2022
- 4 min
End of an era: Nashville Country Star plans finale
By Ed Lisenbey WA Nashville Country Star I was a shy kid by nature, but always loved all kinds of music. What moved me the most was Elvis...
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