Issuu

Friday, January 28, 2022 1

www.lumbyvalleytimes.ca

P roud

Serve Lumby • L avington • Vernon • C herryville • W hitevale

Vol. 07, No. 4, January 28, 2022

Randy Rauck

The Flying Realtor

Pick Up Your Free Copy

www.lumbyvalleytimes.ca

GREAT WAY TO PASS THE DAY Families were out enjoying skating at the Jeffers Park skating rink.

text / call

250 307 7553 web: www.Rauck.ca

EXTRA! EXTRA! Read All About It! We are offering you the opportunity to

BE ON THE FRONT PAGE! Limited Spaces & Dates Available!

You can change the content of your ad as often as you like!

Advertise in your local paper? YES, YOU SHOULD! THE POWER OF NEWSPAPER ADS IN 2022 Given the proliferation of digital platforms, the rise of geo-targeting and the constant stream of online news, you may be wondering if it’s worth placing ads in the Lumby Valley Times. In fact, the power of newspapers should not be ignored. Distributed regularly, community newspapers allow you to connect with your target audience in meaningful ways. In fact, studies show that consumers are more likely to be swayed by ads in local newspapers because they view these publications as credible. THE IMPACT OF YOUR LOCAL NEWSPAPER Whether published in print or online, local newspapers remain a top source of reliable information and local content for the public, particularly when it comes to issues affecting the community. Without a doubt, local papers are a relevant and in-demand source of news. And, when marketing dollars are spent wisely, they make a real impact. The takeaway? Make certain to advertise where you’re sure to get real results!

250-938-1464 andrew@lumbyvalleytimes.ca

Cover photos by Gordon Hutton

S U N D AY Breakfast Sandwich 8-1pm $ 69 only No Name Large White $ 99 Eggs /Dozen

M O N D AY Deli Pot $ 99 Pies Russet 2/ Potatoes $ 00 3lb Bag

THIS WEEK’S SPECIALS

T U E S D AY Alpine Bread $ 79 BBQ Ribs

99¢ /100g

WEDNESDAY T H U R S D AY Dairyland$ 00 Everything $ 99 OFF Sub 4Ltr Milk Ea. Deli Wraps $ 99 No Name Dog Faith $ 99 Food $ 99 Farms Cheese Ea. Ea. 8 kg

1 3 4

F R I D AY Hot Whole BBQ $ 99 Chicken Ea. Garlic Bread $ 99

8 2 Ea.

S AT U R D AY Carrots $ 99 2lb Bag 1 Ea. French $ 79 1 Ea. Bread

$ 59 Deli /100g Chicken Wings

2 Friday, January 28, 2022

Just for Fun Alternative Meanings

1. Coffee (N.), the person upon whom one coughs. 2. Flabbergasted (adj.), appalled over how much weight you have gained. 3. Abdicate (V.), to give up all hope of ever having a flat stomach. 4. Esplanade (V.), to attempt an explanation while drunk. 5. Negligent (Adj.), describes a condition in which you absentmindedly answer the door in your nightgown. 6. Lymph (V.), to walk with a lisp. 7. Gargoyle (N.), olive-flavored mouthwash. 8. Flatulence (N.) emergency vehicle that picks you up after you are run over by a steamroller. 9. Balderdash (N.), a rapidly receding hairline. 10. Testicle (N.), a humorous question on an exam. 11. Rectitude (N.), the formal, dignified bearing adopted by proctologists. 12. Pokemon (N), a Rastafarian proctologist. 13. Oyster (N.), a person who sprinkles his conversation with Yiddishisms. 14. Circumvent (N.), an opening in the front of boxer shorts worn by some men. The Lumby Valley Times is an independent, privately owned newspaper of Integrity, Honesty & Dependability, published every Friday The Lumby Valley Times is a free newspaper Our Mailing address is Box 456, Lumby, BC V0E 2G0 Letters to the Editor are always welcome. While names can be withheld if the circumstances warrant, no unsigned letters will be accepted for publication. The Editor reserves the right to edit letters. Advertising is accepted on the condition that, in the event of a typographical error, the portion of the advertising space occupied by the error will not be charged for, but the balance of the advertisement will be paid for at the applicable rate. The Lumby Valley Times will not be responsible for more than one incorrect insertion. Camera Ready advertising can be emailed to: andrew@lumbyvalleytimes.ca For your convenience, letters & articles can be emailed to editor@lumbyvalleytimes.ca MAIN SWITCHBOARD Advertising, Editorial & General Inquiries: Phone: 250-938-1464 Publisher/Editor: Andrew Hutton Staff Photographer: Gordon Hutton Awesome Delivery People Gordon Hutton, Murray Freeman & John Mys Copyright subsists in all display advertising and editorial content appearing in this edition of the Lumby Valley Times. Permission to reproduce in any form must be obtained in writing and in advance from the publisher Please be advised that if mistakes are found in this publication, they are there for a reason. We publish something for everyone and inevitably, there will be people who look only for misteaks.” ALL DEADLINES (ADVERTISING, CLASSIFIEDS & EDITORIAL) 10:00am on Monday for the following Friday’s Issue

Artbeat

www.lumbyvalleytimes.ca

Arts & Culture from the Edge

Membership Renewal Don’t forget that it’s now time to renew your memberships for 2022; you can find more information at; www.monasheeartscouncil.com Family Day-Snow painting Join the Monashee Arts Council on Family day for ‘Snow painting’ this will be a Fun, Free Family activity for all! Watch MACs Facebook and Instagram for updates! “Macro – unusual ways of seeing” Join the Monashee Arts Council for our new show: ‘Macro- Unusual ways of seeing’ opening at the Village Gallery Febuary 1st. As you may know Macro often refers to a photographic technique or camera lens that allows a photographer to take a small object or detail to be photographed so that it is life size (1:1) or larger. Common studies are a butterfly wing, the mandibles of a fierce looking insect, or a water droplet as well as many others. Macro images could include paintings referenced from macro photos or perhaps a mural with a 10 ft tall bird on the side of a building. In a 1986 David Cronenbergs movie The Fly; actor Jeff Goldblum becomes infected with the DNA of a housefly and assumes the bodily structures of a huge insect. Ironically, it can mean almost the opposite: to take an overview so that a system such as economic science allows us to see the bigger picture. Hence, macro-economics. Join us as Artists explore these unusual perspectives through their art Call for Artist -“Through the Looking Glass or the Selfie” The selfie has a noble pedigree. Self-portraiture is a respected aspect of both modern and traditional art. Self-portraits in art history bring to mind such famous artists as: Vincent Van Gogh, Paul Gaugin, Frida Kahlo, and David Hockney. Most artists have tried their hand at a self-portrait sometime in their career. And there are as many different approaches to the subject as there are artists. David Hockney, a modern painter, gave us an honest, objective self-portrait as a 17-year-old. Frida Kahlo’s self-portraits explored her complex psychological states resulting from an early accident and a problematic marriage to Diego Rivera. Rembrandt painted his life story through many portraits: as a successful young man and later as a wiser, braver senior. Picasso, in a stripped-down style, confronted his fear of old age and death. The American photographer Cindy Sherman has used her self-portraits as a means of exploring what it meant to be a contemporary woman in all its restrictions and opportunities. And now we have the selfie. Technology has given the self-portrait explosive potential for social contact. The art of the self-portrait is as close as your phone.

'Fairy mushrooms' by Hayley Bouzek In the past, artists have used their self-portraits as a kind of business card: “here I am and this is the quality you can expect”. This was important to artists who relied on the patronage of the rich and titled. The modern selfie often shows the things we are interested in, our passions or our fears; what we had for dinner. This approach can illustrate our world view as well as our emotional being. Like Magne in the Netflix show Ragnarok who envisioned himself as a reincarnation of the Norse god Thor, an artist can envision themself as a better self or someone they are striving to be or could emulate. Are we remembering an Alice in Wonderland who was caught between childhood and adulthood or a cyborg of the late 21st century? This is the season of introspection: Take some time to look at yourself, try your hand at a self-portrait or a selfie. Let your imagination soar! The Monashee Arts Council is calling for entries into our March show “Through the Looking Glass or the Selfie”. All media will be accepted. Applications are available at the Village Gallery and online at the monasheeartscouncil.com. Deadline for entries is February 25th. Call 778-473-3029 for more information. Upcoming shows; Keep your eyes on upcoming shows throughout 2022 • February – ‘Macro- unusual ways of seeing’ • March- ‘Self-portraits – Through the looking Glass or the Selfie’ • April – ‘Farm and Field’ • May – Artist Trading cards

Friday, January 28, 2022 3

www.lumbyvalleytimes.ca

Lifestyles

North Okanagan Start-up Looking For Opportunities to Give Back Adrianna “we have a unique business model where we

pair an act of kindness with every purchase that goes through our website.” The husband-and-wife team are looking for those who could use an act of kindness, free of charge. “We’re nearing 200 acts since we launched in April 2021” says Ibriam, “and with the outpouring of support from the community of our business, we are looking for more ways to give back. We have provided transportation, repaired a mobile home roof, raked leaves, shoveled snow, picked up donations for the thrift store, and much more.” Every three months the team curates a subscription box filled with locally made products from different regional districts throughout BC. This season, they Adrianna and Ibriam Stange, co-owners of Townare featuring makers living in the Columbia-Shuswap, ships and Tales subscription box in Vernon, are and their box will be available until March 1st. “We looking for ways to give back to those in the North Okanagan. “We’re in the business of kindness” says want to support local in every way we can” explains Adrianna, “all of our items are made in towns of less than 45K people and we use local newspapers from those towns to pack the products in our boxes.” The team offers free delivery to those in Lumby and Vernon who want to support. “We believe that this is more than e-commerce, it’s the start of a movement.” For more information, you can visit www.townshipsandtales.ca or visit them on their social media channels: Facebook, Pinterest, LinkedIn, and Instagram. Please contact Adrianna Stange, Co-owner, for additional information at info@townshipsandtales.ca.

Enterprize Challenge Returns To Vernon Stage For Seventh Year

Community Futures North Okanagan calls for emerging entrepreneurs to participate in Dragon’s Den-style competition When her video camera turned on suddenly after the announcement was made, Amanda Homeniuk’s cheerful smile filled the screen. In a matter of minutes, Homeniuk had gone from sitting in a virtual green room with six other North Okanagan entrepreneurs to speaking in front of a live audience before the cameras turned off and she was alone in her store. She had just won first place and a business services package valued at more than $20,000. But, more importantly, she learned everything she needed to make KALECO a success. Through the 2021 Enterprize Challenge, Homeniuk and her fellow contestants met business advisors, mentors and specialists who helped turn their business

dreams into a reality. “I really valued the process. The Enterprize Challenge is structured in a way that not only prepares for the contest but teaches you everything you need to know to start a business,” says Homeniuk. “Working with the mentors helped me understand where my skill set lies.” Hosted by Community Futures North Okanagan and presenting sponsor VantageOne Credit Union, the seventh annual Enterprize Challenge returns to the virtual stage in 2022. “This year, we’re striving to make the Enterprize Challenge even more accessible to those with young families and those who live outside of Vernon,” says

Looking to start a business? Community Futures is here to help • Business planning and workshops • Succession planning • One to one coaching and support

Kazia Mullin, CF North Okanagan Business Services Manager. “As our business landscape continues to develop, innovative businesses are transforming traditional business ideas to find success in a changing marketplace. We can’t wait to see how this year’s participants are rising to the challenge.” Challengers are paired with mentors from the local business community to help refine their pitch as they attend online workshops that cover everything from financials to marketing. After weeks of training, the 2022 Enterprize Challenge culminates in a night of pitches live-streamed from the Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre April 28. The winner, selected Continued on page 5

Business Team

Kazia Mullin Brenda Lyon Connie Viszlai Scot McNair

250-545-2215 ext. 200 • www.futuresbc.com • 3105-33rd Street Vernon

4 Friday, January 28, 2022

Seniors’ Corner

www.lumbyvalleytimes.ca

A weekly feature for Lumby, Cherryville, and area seniors. For more information about any of the following please contact Lauralee or Jenny at (250) 547-8866 Whitevalley Community Resource Centre Office (250) 547-8866. Funding support provided by the Province of British Columbia (Community Gaming), Interior Health and United Way North Okanagan Columbia Shuswap.

The '50s were full of poodle skirts, greasers and some amazing food. Take a trip down memory lane with old recipes for 1950s food. This dessert was popular back when a gallon of milk only cost $0.82! Years ago, folks in Maine ate potatoes daily and used leftovers in bread, doughnuts and other dishes. This potato candy recipe captures all of the old-school flavors. Maine Potato Candy TOTAL TIME: Prep: 30 min. + chilling YIELD: 40 servings Ingredients • 4 cups confectioners' sugar • 4 cups sweetened shredded coconut

Lifestyles

• 3/4 cup cold mashed potatoes (without added milk and butter) • 1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1 pound dark chocolate candy coating, coarsely chopped Directions 1. In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Line a 9-in. square pan with foil; butter the foil. Spread coconut mixture into pan. Cover and chill overnight. Cut into 2x1-in. rectangles. Cover and freeze. 2. In a microwave, melt candy coating; stir until

smooth. Dip bars in coating; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper to set. Store in an airtight container.

Q And A: On Updating Vaccines And The COVID-19 Tests Donna Easto, H.C., C.H. M.H., Certified Herbal Educator Q. Why might vaccines need to be updated? The vaccine may need to be updated if the virus has changed enough so that antibodies created by the original vaccine cannot recognize and fend off the new, mutated variant. “However, a strategy based on repeated booster doses of the original vaccine composition is unlikely to be appropriate or sustainable…Current COVID-19 vaccines may need to be reworked to ensure they are effective against Omicron and future variants of the coronavirus.” 1 School of Medicine, University of Washington

cines complex? Not really, the annual flu vaccine is changed each year to match the influenza strains that are forecast to circulate in the coming season. Q. There are nasal spray vaccines for influenza, why not COVID variants? In fact, researchers at McMaster University are into clinical trials for two inhaled vaccines. They plan to adapt their formulation to new and existing variants.

VIRAL AND ANTIBODY TESTS B.C. is using viral testing. a Nucleic acid Amplification Test (NAT) to diagnose COVID-19. Samples Q. How is Omicron different? are collected using a nasopharyngeal swab or salt wa“The highly transmissible Omicron has dozens of ter (saline) gargle. An antibody test is called a Serolmutations of the virus’s spike protein, making it much ogy Test. easier to spread through both vaccinated and unvaccinated populations than with previous variants. It’s Q. What is the difference between a viral and not a derivative of Delta. While defence against hos- an antibody test? pitalisation has held up remarkably well…immunolo- Viral testing is used to determine if you have gists and virologists agree that updating vaccines to be COVID-19 at the time you took the test. It uses more similar to circulating variants will provide better polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technology to look long-term protection.” 2 Dr. Deepta Bhattacharya, for viral material in samples. A swab sample is taken University of Arizona. from your nose or throat. Antibody testing shows if you have had COVID-19 Q. Isn’t tailoring vaccines to evolving vac- in the past. Rapid Antigen tests are less accurate than

PCR tests, but results are known more quickly and the tests can be done at home. Here are some tips from Griffin University in Australia to help get accurate results: 1. Check the expiry date; 2. Check if your test needs to be used at room temperature; 3. Blow your nose before using a nasal swab; 4. Don’t eat or drink 10 minutes before using a saliva test; 5. Never touch the business end of the swab, you will contaminate it; 6. Follow the instructions to the letter; 7. Place a set number of drops of the solution on the indicator device, don’t add extra “for good luck”; 8. Read the results at the exact time recommended. Q. What is a COVID-19 Collection Centre? A location where you can be assessed and tested for COVID-19. The Vernon Centre is listed as: Vernon Health Centre, 1440 14th Avenue, Vernon. Phone 1-877-740-7747 to get a booking (required) Website: https.//interiorhealthcovid.secureform.ca/index.php NEXT: HERBAL ANTIBIOTIC ALTERNATIVES AND REBUILDING HEALTH AFTER COVID

UP COMING HEALTH EVENTS – Lumby Health Centre 2135 Norris Avenue • www.lumbyhealthcentre.org • Email: lumbyhealthsociety@shaw.ca X-Ray Services(Appointments recommended, walk ins welcome) Public Health Nursing & Information Services Options Clinic Tuesday 9:00 am – 1:45 pm Monday–Friday 9:00am to 4:00pm Confidential HIV testing, Hepatitis, STI tests, Pap Lab Services: Tuesdays 7:30 – 11:30 am BY APPOINTMENT ONLYOptions for Sexual Health Clinic tests & low cost birth control. Doctor available for IUD Blue Bottle Program Every Wednesday 6:00 – 9:00 PM insertions/removals. Every Wednesday evening Provides first responders with health & medication Foot Care Services: 6:00 – 9:00 pm. Located at the Lumby Health Centre. information in the event you are unresponsive or Monthly Clinics every 3rd Monday & Wednesday Heart Health Clinic: First Wednesday of every month 9:00 am unable to speak. Water Quality Testing Kits Available at Lumby Health Unit – 12:00 pm. Check your blood pressure, blood sugar, BMI and weight.

Friday, January 28, 2022 5

www.lumbyvalleytimes.ca

Mikkie’s Corner

Health & Nutrition

Skip To Your Beat!

Last corner was about the benefits of exercise indoors or out, but specifically winter exercise activities. But what if you just don’t like winter and find it all too much work and you still don’t want to go to or can’t get to a gym either? Don’t fret there are other options, and one of those goes hand in hand coming into February, where it is all about the heart, not only for love, but for keeping your own ticker in good health. One of the best activities for this is jumping rope. It is fun, affordable and can be done almost anywhere, your house, carport, garage or anywhere outside with a flat hard surface. Jump rope for heart, is a popular event that happens every February, with most schools participating in it. But it’s not just for kids, and I encourage anyone to try it. It has many benefits that can be achieved in a short time. Jumping rope can be emerged into a very new trend of non-traditional form of exercising, called “exercise snacking.” This type of exercise is broken down in small chunks throughout the day. If doing the right type of exercise, it has the same benefits as when continuously exercising for 30 minutes, and even does a bit better for our health. Jumping rope excretes a lot of energy in a short time and since it has so many variables, 10 minute “snack size” bouts are about the limit of what most people can do anyway. On top of the many benefits exercising has, let’s look at some specifics to skipping: 1. Skipping rope is one of the best cardio exercises for your heart. It increases heart rate and this significantly reduces the risk of heart disease and

stroke. 2. Its’ a full body workout incorporating abdominal muscles, legs, shoulders, arms and wrists. 3. It improves coordination and motor skills. Your brain has to make that association of where the rope is for you to jump in time, and you have to be able to balance once landing while still turning the rope. 4. It increases bone mineral density. The impact of jumping causes the bones to remodel themselves to become stronger. 5. It can help in other activities to increase speed. Skipping is a plyometric type exercise that helps improve speed. We may associate this to athletes in a boxing ring as many of them skip, but it will also help in a variety of other sports/activities, like running speed. 6. It’s fun! Once you get past stumbling over the rope and find your flow, it becomes quite effortless, yet your body is still working hard doing all the above points, but also burning about 10-20 calories/minute. That can equate to 200 calories in just 10 minutes! If this sounds interesting but you are not really sure how to skip, but want to try, or would like to be part of a group. Join our DEEM Health team for the month of February, you will learn the basics of skipping and be able to participate online from your own home. Each week you will learn new foot work

Enterprize Challenge,

paired with an accountant to help us was one of the best parts of the whole experience.” Working with the financial advisor was also a critical learning experience for Homeniuk. “I had pulled loose numbers together, but it was different for me because I had already started my business. I had real numbers to work with. Having that mentor to go over the numbers and what they mean was really helpful,” says Homeniuk. “I felt very confident in the numbers because I had someone to help me work through it.” Since participating in the 2021 Enterprize Challenge, both KALECO and OTA Gear Rental have continued to grow and solidify their footprints in the North Okanagan. “If you’re thinking about applying, do it. You lose nothing and gain so much. We didn’t even think we would get into the program, never mind making it to the finale and placing. The knowledge we got and the relationships we gained were worth it, even if we hadn’t made it as far as we did,” says Tiffany. “The world needs more people with new ideas. The Enterprize Challenge will help you define that idea and make it a reality.” For Homeniuk, the Enterprize Challenge helped her

from page 3

by a group of volunteer judges, takes home start-up capital plus thousands of dollars in business services prize packages. But, for Tiffany and Olivier Asselin of OTA Gear Rental, the learning opportunities and network they cultivated through the program were worth more than their second-place win. “The support system we have now would not have been achievable as easily or as quickly without going through the program,” says Tiffany. “The relationships we built are irreplaceable.” And, through the workshops, OTA Gear Rental found plenty of room to grow. “We were thinking too small. When we got our feedback from the first pitch and started the deep dive into the financials, we realized we could do so much more,” says Tiffany. “The Enterprize Challenge helped us discover our start-up cost would be minimal with little overhead. When we were doing our finances, we thought we were doing something wrong because we didn’t think it could possibly be that simple. Being

and automatically be added to our other online group classes, that will all help you get stronger for your skipping. It is $50 for the month and half of that will automatically go to the Heart and Stroke foundation. At the end of February, the last Sunday on the 27th, we will be doing a 12-hour skipping relay. Whether you skip for 5-10 minutes or 30 minutes or more, it will be fun and will all help! If you think this sounds interesting, contact info@deemhealth.ca to join, or visit our website, deemhealth.ca, for more information and follow us on Facebook and Instagram. • https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00125014-3244-6 • https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/ PMC4637913/ Mikkie Nettles, Certified Personal Trainer/Holistic & Sports Nutritionist gain a more holistic view of her business. “As an entrepreneur, you don’t have to do everything on your own,” says Homeniuk. “You’re creating something bigger than yourself.” Registration for the 2022 Enterprize Challenge closes Feb. 11 at 12 p.m. For more information about the challenge, prizes and registration, visit futuresbc.com/enterprizechallenge.

LUMBY COMMUNITY THRIFT STORE

INSTORE SPECIALS:

Tuesday - $5 SHOPPING BAG Thursday - SENIORS’ DAY HALF PRICE Last Saturday of the month (Jan 29)- $10 GARBAGE BAG Regular Hours: Open Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday 10-3 Donations accepted in the mall hallway Tuesday & Thursday 11-2, Saturday 12-1 1879 Vernon Street • (778) 473-3003

6 Friday, January 28, 2022

Colleen’s Corner

www.lumbyvalleytimes.ca

By Colleen Fielding Welcome to Colleen’s Corner. This is a column meant for fun and some information About myself: I am a Freelance Photographer you often see me on the side of the road or in various places taking photos of different things animals, birds, places, people etc. l have lived in Lumby just over 8 years,you have seen my photos in the newspaper (Lumby Valley Times) and once in awhile in the Vernon Morning Star, and the Lumby Art Gallery. Photography is my passion. Disclaimer: The information on some of my photos that I write about a lot of times come from the Internet or books I research them, hopefully the facts are as close to the truth as I can come.

Nuts To You There are so many different varieties of Nuts out there, some are Tree Nuts while others are Underground Nuts. Some Tree Nuts include: Acorn, Almonds, Beech, Brazil, Butternut, Cashew, Chestnuts, Coconut, Hazelnut (also known as Filbert, or Cobnuts) Hickory, Lichee, Macadamia, Pecan, Pine, Pili, Pistachio, Shea, and of course Walnut. ( I did not name them all, and I did not give a list of benefits or problems with each nut) Peanuts do not grow on trees, but instead grow underground. Although the name nut is in the word Peanut, it is actually a Legume. Nuts are loaded with Fiber, Protein, and Healthy Fat. They have great things in them that are really healthy, they can also be bad for you, you know the old saying " everything in moderation: this is extremely true of Nuts of any kind. Eating too many Nuts can cause a lot of weight gain. Some Nuts need to be boiled, or cooked some other way to get out their tox-

ins, which can be poisonous. Almonds are loaded with Calcium, Fiber, and Vitamin E, they could help in inflammation, cognitive decline, and so much more. They are a great go to nut, very low in calories. Although Almonds are low in calories, if you eat too many of them without working out you will gain weight. Eating too many Almonds may also cause some issues with your digestive system like constipation, and bloating. Having too many Almonds could produce Kidney Stones, Blood Clotting, and Vitamin E Toxicity. Raw Almonds could contain bacterial growths that might cause infections. Never ever eat Bitter Almonds this could produce spasms, itchiness, nervous breakdown, choking, and possibly death. Beech Nuts contain Copper, Manganese, Vitamin B1, B2, B6, B9, Potassium, and Amino Acids. Brazil Nuts January 2022 Community Update are a great source of SeI’m Rick Fairbairn, Director for Electoral Area “D”. lenium that I’m sharing this update to help keep you can help with informed on RDNO happenings and other cancer, thyinteresting regional district topics. roid glands, Director Rick Fairbairn attended the new Tech Hub at the Lumby branch hormones, it of the Okanagan Regional Library! Along with being the Director can also help with the difor Electoral Area D, Rick is also the Chair of the White Valley Parks, gestive system and act Recreation & Culture Committee. The Committee was able to offer the as a mood uplifter. They space to the library at no charge to house the Tech Hub! The Hub also benefited from a $25,000 donation from Valley First, and an $8,000 are also loaded with iron, copper, zinc, magnedonation from the Monashee Community Forest. sium, protein, vitamin E, Mitzi Fortin, the Community Librarian had this to say: and Fiber. Ahh, but too “What this space means to the community is that they can acquire new much of Brazil nuts can skills in crafting with the amazing Cricut maker. They will be able to preserve have bad effects causing family history, photos, VHS tapes and 8 mm brittle nails, and hair loss. home movies by digitizing them. There is the You may feel nauseated, ability to travel virtually to different countries, tired, irritable, and have exercise in a fun manner or learn through virtual a breath that smells like experiences using the Oculus VR headgear. All of garlic. Too many Brazil these are free to use with your library pass. Those nuts may cause diarrhea, generous donations mean that the library now skin rashes, or lesions, provides the people of Lumby more learning and your teeth could be a opportunities than ever imagined,” Mitzi Fortin spotty color. Community Librarian stated. “Come check out your new Tech Hub in the library building!” Butternut may be good to help with gallbladder, Please contact me at rick.fairbairn@rdno.ca or (250) 308-9543 hemorrhoids, some skin if you have any questions or suggestions for future topics. diseases, constipation,

and cancer. IThe side effects from Butternut may cause diarrhea, and also irritation to your stomach and intestines. Cashews are good for heart health, cholesterol, helping to lower blood pressure, and help to lose weight. The biggest downside to cashews is if you eat too many you can gain a lot of weight instead of losing it. Chestnuts have a lot of vitamin C and antioxidants which may help to prevent diabetes, boost the immune system, increase bone mineral density, help with the digestive system, improve cognitive function, help to prevent chronic illness, blood pressure, improve heart health, increase red blood cells in the bloodstream, can even help with Scurvy. The bad side of chestnuts is that you can get contact dermatitis, right after touching the nuts. Horse Chestnuts which look similar to Chestnuts have a very bitter taste, but are different from regular Chestnuts, you should not consume Horse ChestContinued on page 8

Friday, January 28, 2022 7

www.lumbyvalleytimes.ca

Rediscover

our

Roots Generations of Local Supporting Local

Triple Island Farms

About Triple Island Farms Triple Island Farms in Cherryville was founded in 2001. Rodger and his family took over the production in April of 2021and have been busy getting their cheeses back out to the area. They are offering new varieties of Maasdammer and Edam as well as their classic Gouda and more! order online and if you live within 4 kms of their route As always they use raw, unpasteurized milk and fresh between Cherryville and local ingredients and they focus on quality and healthy Kelowna delivery is free! products. What does local support mean to Triple Island Farms? "We at Triple Island Farms are really hoping to service this community in a way that you can all enjoy. Myself, my wife and four children are working hard to raise your local cheese shop Did you know? again after the past ownAlthough Triple Island Farms does not currently ers retired. Our vision is have a storefront, there are many options to purchase to supply quality cheese their cheese! They are at the Vernon and Kelowna that is healthy and proFarmers markets, Monashee Community Co-op in vide the basic true prodLumby and many more. Plus they deliver! You can ucts that nature has given Want to share your business story with us? Visit https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sv/ OVI6B37 or email lumbychamber@gmail.com and we will send you the questionnaire.

Partner with us

Make your business

a success!

For ads that reach your customers and increase your sales, you can trust

250-938-1464 andrew@lumbyvalleytimes.ca

us and preserve the goodness that we all need." Learn more about Triple Island Farms Visit https:// www.tripleislandfarms.com and sign up for their newsletter to keep up with their newest cheese varieties and ever-growing list of retail partners. You can also place your order online and have it delivered to your door. Gift cards are also available!

8 Friday, January 28, 2022

Sports

www.lumbyvalleytimes.ca

On the Road Again

U18 Lumby Stars, sponsored by Valley Wood, were on the road this week for 3 late evening games. First stop was at Priest Valley arena against Vernon 1 - Murray which they won 14-2. Player of the game jacket went to affiliated player Kobe Maltman pulled up for the evening due to a short bench. Kobe earned two assists for the

night. James Wraight earned the win between the pipes. The U18 team had their first tie of the year against Salmon 3 - Sherman late Saturday night. Tyra Cunningham was in net with a 5-5 final. Player of the game jacket went to Ryder Quibell. The U18 Lumby Stars finished up the weekend in Winfield with James Wraight earn-

ing another shutout in net and the team winning 13-0. The U18 Lumby Stars have two home games coming up this weekend. Saturday, January 29 @ 1:00-2:45 against Vernon 3 - Joe. They will face off against Salmon Arm 2 - Gervais at Pat Duke Memorial arena Sunday, January 30 at 1:45-3:30.

Nuts to You,

Hazelnuts help with energy, tons of vitamin A, E, lower cholesterol, help with depression, and relax blood vessels. Rich in calcium, magnesium, potassium,and they taste great in chocolate (yum.) Macadamia Nuts taste great, although pretty expensive to buy. loaded with potassium, and phosphorus. A nut that can give you high energy, can help with the risk of a heart attack, stroke, and anti-inflammatory diseases. The downfall of these good tasting nuts are that they can cause constipation, or diarrhea, and so very very fattening. Pecans are not just for Christmas and special treats, they are helpful in a balanced diet as well. Pecans are probably one of the best nuts out there for you. They can help improve your cardio health, containing proteins, vitamin E, thiamine, and antioxidants, reducing the risk of hypertension. Pecans can help with lowering your bad cholesterol. They can also help to lower the blood sugar levels in diabetics. They may help with losing weight, and help improve your brain function. If you are allergic to Pecans you may have symptoms, like vomiting, hives, your tongue or throat

could swell, you may have shortness of breath, and or dizziness. Pine Nuts are one of the most expensive nuts to have in your home, but worth it. High in protein, fiber, and that yummy nutty, buttery flavor. They are also loaded with zinc, vitamin B2, and potassium, iron, magnesium, etc. Some pine nuts can help to suppress your appetite and are good for your overall good health. The downsides of Pine nuts don't last as long as other nuts, keep them in your fridge or freezer in airtight containers. Also there have been reports of people getting "Pine Mouth" after eating Pine Nuts, which leaves a bitter taste in their mouth, making everything including water taste metallic, this effect on your taste buds can last a few minutes, hours or days. The nuts will taste fine, it is an aftertaste which may not happen right away. I could go on all day about the different types of nuts, and their benefits, or downfalls, but I think that if you can eat nuts, then go out and try different ones to see what you like best. They are all good for you " everything in moderation only."

from page 6

nuts raw as they have a poison in them which is called Esculin, this poison can kill you. They are also known to have particles that can thin your blood. People can take Horse Chestnut seed extracts to help with poor circulation, but do so with precautions. Coconut, you see it everywhere and almost in everything, can be used for cooking, your hair, skin, teeth, etc. Good for cholesterol, bladder stones, diabetes, weight loss, and so much more. I looked around for some bad things about coconut but could not find anything unless of course you are allergic.

THE GUTTER GUY

Gutters, Soffits, Fascia.... And more

Jason Wadsworth Owner thegutterguy@shaw.ca

Ph: (250) 503-7456 #3 - 1711 Kalamalka Rd Vernon, BC V1T 6R4 www.thegutterguy.ca

What's On Please inform us if your group's meeting dates or times have changed. Monashee Toastmasters Club in Lumby meets on Zoom every second and fourth Tuesday from 7:00-8:30. Fear of Public Speaking becomes LESS. That's a guarantee! For most of us, having been there, we support each other and laughter is not in short supply. Won't you come as a guest and see for yourself?

Our goal is to resume meeting at the White Valley Community Centre while continuing Zoom meetings sometime in 2022. For more information please contact Marena at 250-550-7124 or Mike at 250-547-9335. For more information here is the link to our club: https://1348085.toastmastersclubs.org/

Lumby Wednesday Night AA: open meeting 7:30pm8:30pm at 1962 Maple street. Wheelchair accessible. Masks are mandatory.

Friday, January 28, 2022 9

www.lumbyvalleytimes.ca

We’re All In This Together! Our community is back to business, so support the local businesses that strengthen our local economy and make our town unique.

While the need for local news has never been greater, community newspapers across the country are being forced to shut down, as ad revenues decline and operating funds run thin. In order to continue providing essential, fact-based, locally focused content to our community, we need your assistance. We understand that these are difficult times for everyone, and every little bit helps. We are all in this together, and we thank you for your support!

To help all of us, we are offering you a

15% OFF

All Advertising

*Applies to new ads. Applies to our 2022 Rate Sheet (excluding Business Directory Ads) and cannot be combined with other offers or specials. This offer expires February 28, 2022.

250-938-1464 andrew@lumbyvalleytimes.ca

10 Friday, January 28, 2022

www.lumbyvalleytimes.ca

HOW TO PLAY: PUZZLE NO. 118

Fill in the grid so that every row, every column and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 only once. Each 3x3 box is outlined with a darker line. You already have a few numbers to get you started. Remember: you must not repeat the numbers 1 through 9 in the same line, column or 3x3 box.

ACROSS 1. Night hooter 4. Apiece 7. Sailing vessel 12. Big hairdo 13. “Where the Boys ____” 14. Royal headwear 15. Blow upon 16. Disappointed 17. Transform 18. Tired 20. Anxious 22. ____ space 24. Riot crowd 27. Scenic view 30. Shade of green

31. Roused 32. Complainer 34. Wooden pins 35. Snatching 37. Newspaper spots 38. Lariat 39. Bakery worker 41. Morsel 45. Fine dishes 48. December 31, e.g. 50. Briny expanse 51. Cousins’ moms 52. Moral crime 53. Hazardous curve 54. Type of tea 55. Golf gadget 56. College cheer

C lassifieds FOR RENT

For a non-smoking person with no pets. A 600 sq. ft. cabin. 11 kms east of Lumby. $1,000/month. Includes heat & power. Call 250-547-9425.

SERVICES

CHURCHES

FIREPLACES, STOVES, SOLAR & MORE!

LUMBY UNITED 11 a.m. Sunday All are welcome!

0114

DOWN 1. Not ons 2. Covering 3. Sole 4. Meadow 5. Memorable time 6. Exchange for cash 7. For men only 8. Easter flower 9. Cookie grain 10. Prospector’s find 11. Accepted standard 19. Cozy corners 21. Serious plays 23. Snarl 24. Skirt style 25. Bird of ill ____ 26. Titanic’s foe 27. Mama’s fellow 28. Amazed 29. Egg beverages 30. Toil 33. Vulgar ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 118

36. Least common 39. Involved with 40. Crate 42. Client 43. Flat hill 44. Pound 45. Beret 46. Tint 47. Pen and ____ 49. Contend

WANTED TO BUY Radiator for a 8N or 9N Ford tractor. Please call 250-547-6094. 0107-0114-0121

FOR SALE

info@sunfiresystems.ca 778-473-9008

For Sale Camper all appliances working - $700 obo. Flat Bed Car Hauler for hire. Phone Bob (250) 547-6552.

DOLLAR DOLLAR LUMBY

1112-1119-1126-1201

Older 763 Bobcat with tooth bucket. 2400 hrs. Ready to Work. Kerry – 250-503-6418 Hand raised ducks and rabbits - $10.00 each. Large animals. Kerry – 250-503-6418 Winter tires on Dodge rims LT265/17 $350.00 Call Larry in Coldstream, 250 545-7863

· Gifts · Toys · Party Supplies and a

WHOLE LOT MORE Hours: Mon. – Sat. 9 – 5:30 Open Sundays 12 - 4 Now open in the Arbour Park Mall in Lumby 250-547-9848

Rev. Lily Watson HALL USE by Donation: Diann: 250.351.4470

YOUR AD GOES HERE! Call 250-938-1464 or email

andrew@lumbyvalleytimes.ca

0107-0114

FUNERAL SERVICES Serving Vernon, Lumby, Armstrong and Area Available 24 Hours 7 Days a Week Vernon Funeral Pleasant Valley Home Funeral Home 250-542-0155 250-542-4333 Funeral Pre-Planning Available

CHURCHES Friends and neighbors come and learn with us about the truth and love in this world of conflicting messages and ideals. Sunday Morning Service 10:00 am After School Bible Club 2:30pm - 4:30pm Wednesday Youth Group 6:00pm - 8:00pm

1962 Maple Street

Friday, January 28, 2022 11

www.lumbyvalleytimes.ca

D I R E C T O RY

business & service WHITEVALE BACKHOE

250-547-9729 Cell: 250-549-0974 LUMBY

POST POUNDING

SNOW PLOWING

BOBCAT • TRUCKING

EXCAVATING

ACCOMMODATIONS

Sugar Lake Bistro and Lodge

OPEN

Weekly, BiWeekly & Monthly Rates Self Contained Suites Bistro Closed

COINS • GOLD • SILVER

LAWYERS

1 (250)-864-3521 Buying Royal Canadian Mint Coins, collections, old coins, paper money, pre-1968 silver coins, gold nuggets, gold dust, scrap gold, all gold coins, all silver coins, silver bars and old sterling silver, bullion, bars, world collections.

+ ANYTHING GOLD & SILVER Todd The Coin Guy 1 (250)-864-3521

DRILLING Trinity Valley Drilling Lumby, BC

Domestic & Irrigation Wells Pumps & Pressure Systems B.C. Lic. Well Driller & Pump Installer Well Rehab & Pump Repair

Joseph Deuling, LL.B Proudly serving Lumby & District

Tel: 547-8827 Fax: 547-6627

OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY FOR EXTRA’S EVERY TUES. BETWEEN 12-2PM Monthly Food Hampers available on the second Tuesday of the month by appointment only. New Hamper requests can be done online through the website, or in person. Donations gladly accepted. 2134 Shuswap Ave. Box. 791 Lumby BC V0E 2G0 • 250-547-2225 thelumbyfoodbank@gmail.com www.lumbyfoodbank.org

250-547-2507 or 250-547-2281

ACCOUNTING

ELECTRICAL

PET & FARM

Chartered Professional Accountant

Electric

Accounting, Bookkeeping, Payroll and Tax Preparation 778-473-1355 # 1, 1965 Shuswap Ave. kim@kkhcpa.ca

Renovations, New Installations and Service Work

Your local supplier of quality pet food, supplies, treats & toys for all of your furry friends.

ACCOUNTING • Personal Tax Returns • Farm Tax Returns • Deceased Individuals Tax Returns • Estate & Retirement Planning • Corporate Tax Returns • Financial Statements • Bookkeeping Service • Municipal Audits Toll Free: 1-888-818-FARM • www.farmtax.com Lumby 250-547-2118 • Armstrong 250- 546-8665 Enderby 250-838-7337

CIVIL ENGINEERING

Land Development & Municipal Engineering 1998 Vernon Street 250-870-6261 AlpineConsultants.ca

CLUBS/ORGANIZATIONS LUMBY LEGION #167 JOIN FOR US OUR MEAT DRAW

Every Saturday (Except Holidays) 3:00pm - 5:00pm 250-547-2338 • (No minors)

RHW

Rainer Hops Phone/Fax: (250) 547-2428 Reg. #39111

1862 Vernon St., Lumby, BC (250) 547-9506 www.rustyspur.ca

PLUMBING & HEATING

PLUMBING, HEATING, COOLING, ELECTRICAL Call or text 250-241-5200 No call out fees EXCAVATION Post Pounding • Utility Repairs Farm & Acreage Work www.dirtnerdearthworks.com

POWDER COATING Galaxie Powder Coating We Do Sandblasting & Ceramic Coating 10’x10’x25’ Oven Custom to Industrial

250-309-7089

4054 Hwy 6 547-6779 • Fax: 547-6980

LAND USE

Promote Your Business Here for

Development & Redevelopment Guidance for Growth & Prosperity 1998 Vernon Street 250-870-6261 AspenLands.ca

•

SPECIALIZING IN: • Deep Well Submersibles & Lake Systems Smart Flo Pumps • Water Well Flow testing Mal Johnston

250-545-1045

LUMBY FOOD BANK TECH SUPPORT

Shane Ramsey: 250-547-9447 Cell: 250-558-8116

Kimberley K. Hutton

PUMPS

ONLY $ 8.00/Week Call 250-938-1464 or email andrew@lumbyvalleytimes.ca

Mobile Computer and Technology Repair Service

THRIFT STORE

The Lumby CommuniTy ThrifT STore Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday 10 am - 3 pm 778-473-3003 Guilt Free Shopping at its best!

TREE CARE

Wise Wood Tree Care

For services in your Home or Office including: • Setup and Troubleshooting. • Networking and Wireless Router Setup. • Personal Tutorial.

• Pruning, Removals, Treecycling & Bucket Work • Locally owned & operated • ISA Certified, fully insured & free estimates. • Stump Grinding also available.

Call: (250) 351-5695

Call the professionals at

250-306-8739

BUSINESS Spotlight

STORAGE

WELL PUMPS

HWY 6 STORAGE

M onashee a quifer T esTing and W ell P uMP s ervices

4 Interior Sizes Available Secure Outdoor Compound Easy Highway Access

250-547-2090

• Well Pump and pump system installation • Service • Repair • Upgrades • Pre-purchase water system inspections • Deep hole video inspection • Flow Testing specialists

5 Minutes West of Lumby

Max Schibli

250-547-6845

WEBSITE / COMPUTER REPAIR

Need a Website? Computer Help & Repair?

Website: Web-Design-Support-Maintenance-Security-Hosting-etc. Computer: Repair-Maintenance-Diagnostics-Data Recovery-Custom Built-etc.

Toll Free 1 888 556 2909

www.web-connection.ca

12 Friday, January 28, 2022

Moments

www.lumbyvalleytimes.ca

Time

Photos and Memories From The Lumby Museum

The first livery stable in Lumby was built by Tom Christien. The stable was later converted to a motor car garage and was operated by Ray Shaeffer and Walter Kempton. In the early 1940's, Sadie Major bought the building and lived upstairs. Pete Shumka rented the downstairs and opened a garage, eventually purchasing the building from Sadie. In 1953,

Pete demolished the building and built a new garage. George Morrison rented the garage for a time until Dan Chambers Trucking purchased the building and operated out of the building until April 16, 1982 when the building was destroyed by fire. Today, Sisters Restaurant occupies this space at 1920 Vernon Street.

If you have any requests about Lumby history, let us know - We would be happy to try and respond to your questions. Email us at: lumbymuseum@gmail.com

L to R: J.W. Inglis, Josie Martin, George Morrison and Magistrate Art Hay.

Livery Stable upper left

Real Estate Carla Lee Your Local Realtor

250-306-5818

“When Service and Trust Matter” Check out my page on Facebook & Instagram

CONNECT 2095 Shuswap Ave., Lumby, BC

INVENTORY IS LOW AND THERE ARE PLENTY OF BUYERS AVAILABLE. CALL ME FOR A FREE HOME EVALUATION

Buying? Selling?

Tom Cristien with wife Alphonsine and children Ernest, Margorie, Emory & Aldea

39 Rangeview MLS 10242207 • $1,595,000

This beautiful custom home built in 2016 will not disappoint, featuring 3 beds/3 bath this open concept home has suite potential and 32x32 shop all on 19.25 acres!

Let me get you the best deal.

WOODY KURAOKA 250-503-6169

woody@kuraoka.ca 2907 32nd St., Vernon 250-549-2103

49 Albers Rd

EXECUTIVES REALTY INC.

MLS 10236582 • $2,950,000

Rare offering, 233 Acres with a gorgeous 5215 sq ft home and an additional 2 bed 1 bath cabin, minutes from town, backing onto crown land!

Farm, Ranch, Residential

Sutton Group - Lakefront Realty 2749 30th Street, Vernon BC, V1T 5C6

Pat Duggan Real Estate Professional

Howard Neufeld c. 250-938-3358 o. 250-549-3944 f. 250-549-2115 e. howardn@sutton.com

Bus: (250) 545-5371 Res: (250) 547-6259 Cell: (250) 308-0938 OKLandBuyers.com

CHRYSTA CLEVERLEY

PERSONAL REAL ESTATE CORPORATION

(250) 309-1296 chrysta@cleverleyrealestate.com 2803 27th St, Vernon, BC

Real Estate done Cleverley

FOUR SEASONS REAL ESTATE

NEW LISTING! The Flying Lumby home with wired Garage, decks •2 Realtor! fenced yard and Gazebo! 3

Sally Andres Realtor

Leanna Lutz Realtor

Ross Gordon Realtor

Stephanie Sexsmith Catherine Dauenhauer Jennifer Drewes Realtor

Realtor

250-547-2135 ExcEllEncE REalty

2143 Shuswap Ave, Lumby, BC Each office is independently owned and operated

Realtor

Cynthia Dohms Realtor

Kevin Kraus Realtor

YOUR LOCAL “FULL SERVICE” REAL ESTATE OFFICE WE ARE ALWAYS AVAILABLE! DEFINED BY SERVICE AND EXPERTISE...

CallWE’LL Sally toDO viewITatALL! 250-547-2135 CLICK OR CALL

Randy Rauck

Great Location, large yard with paved drive! Move right in, upgrades include electrical and flooring. Opportunity for Revenue suite in finished basement.

2199 GLENCAIRD ST

Licensed Realtor

$519,000

Fast Possession! MLS#10244678

More Pictures on Rauck.ca • text / call 250 307 7553 • email Randy@Rauck.ca