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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!

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Well it may have taken us two years to finally celebrate the 65th Anniversary of Lumby Days but we are planning to throw one heck of a party the 2nd week of June!0 The theme: "Lumby Days 65th Anniversary FINALLY" Lumby Days president Merna Alexander says "this years event is going ahead with the incredible volunteer board and our valued volunteers the weekend of. And as we are preparing we would love to get more community members involved. As we ask for more to sign up. She says folks can message Angie Clowry on the Lumby Days Facebook page, or email angieclowry@gmail.com or call & leave a message 2505037666

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This year thanks to Randy Barton & the team of Crusing The Okanagan, we expect one of the largest car shows to date. Any one interested in bringing their collector car or your everyday vehicle please find them at their website at www.cruisingtheokanagan.com of on fb. The live music is always a high light, the food vendors, the incredible offerings from our local not for profits, as well as our locally made items & the Lumby Public Market. A large draw is the Fish & Game Club's Rod & Gun Show. Bring the kids & grand kids to the Gold Fox Acres Petting Zoo, enjoy the live action show with Thrash Wrestling... The shooting star midway will be back with rides & locals can check on the Lumby Days official fb page to win wrist

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Just for Fun Teen Humour

• Why do teenage girls travel in odd-numbered groups? Because they can’t even. • I’m a photographer of myself. You could say I’m selfie-employed. • What’s the difference between ignorance and apathy? Don’t know, don’t care. • Why can’t you give Elsa a balloon? Because she’ll let it go... let it go... let it go! • How do Minecraft players celebrate? With block parties! • Why can’t you keep pimples in jail? Because they keep breaking out. • How do you survive a deadly clown attack? Go straight for the Juggler. • What do you call security guards working outside Samsung shops? Guardians of the Galaxy. • How do you find Will Smith in the snow? Look for the fresh prints. • What’s the difference between roast beef and pea soup? Anyone can roast beef, but no one can pee soup. • What is 47 + 11 + 82 + 161 + 99 + 5? A headache. • Why can’t a T-rex clap their hands? Because they’re extinct. • And here's one that my teenage son finds funny, but I just don't understand.... Why did the chicken cross the road? Weedeater! 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.

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Letters to the Editor What are your thoughts and opinions? If you have any thoughts, opinions or just something you wanted to express to the people of our community, 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. The views and opinions expressed in the Letters to the Editor may not reflect the views and opinions of this publication, it’s advertisers or contributors. Submit your letters to editor@lumbyvalleytimes.ca

Response to Dale Steeves Article – “About Freedom” Lumby Valley Times, March 4th 2022 I would like to thank Dale Steeves for writing such a frank and informative article regarding ones’ individual freedom, rights and choices. One would hope in the year 2022 we as individuals would have learned something from our forefathers who fought and died so we could all live peacefully and united in a world with so much to offer. The activities the protesters attending rallies in Ottawa, Alberta and along many of our borders to the south, did in fact infringe upon the rights of many individuals. One example is the rights of the residents or the business owners who resided in the downtown area of Ottawa. These people had to live with the noise of horns honking at all hours, bullying for wearing masks, fear of walking down their streets and closure of their businesses, just to name a few. Protesting respectfully and peacefully is certainly an acceptable way of expressing how one feels. I have no problem with people standing up for what they truly believe in and protesting in a peaceful manner. The incidents that took place in Ottawa and the border crossings did not appear to come across in this manner. I believe it could have been done in a non-confrontational and more respectful manner. For example, the trucks who drove to Ottawa might have considered the rights of the people and

the businesses they were infringing upon. Parking and blocking the main road possibly would have had more of an impact if they parked their rigs peacefully on Friday, didn’t leave their trucks idling, didn’t honk their horns at all hours, and left quietly on Sunday evening or Monday morning. Right now we are struggling with how our climate is changing and how we can help to curtail it. Trucks left idling for days wouldn’t be on the list! And, the standoff at the border crossing did not take into consideration the people who had jobs in the states, the livestock in trucks ready for market, or the essential supplies necessary for many businesses to function. As Dale alluded, it wasn’t just a protest about wearing a mask or getting a vaccination, it appeared to be a protest against the Liberal government and specifically against Justin Trudeau. If that was the case, then I would suggest the people who feel so strongly that their freedom and their rights are being infringed upon, should form a party, select a leader and run in the next election. My biggest concern is how the modeling of this type of behavior is going to affect the behavior of our young children. We have seen over the years, how young children have become more aggressive and violent when they have to deal with certain situations. What will it be like 20 years from now? Cheryl Altwasse, Lumby, BC

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Sam’s Garden

If you have any questions you would like me to address in future articles, please send them to the Lumby Valley Times at editor@lumbyvalleytimes.ca Information provided comes from various sources on the internet, gardening magazines, gardening books and articles and my own personal knowledge.

How Is A Man Like The Weather?... Nothing Can Be Done To Change Either One Of Them!

Year Of The Tiger

Of the 12 signs of the Zodiac this year brought in the Year Of The Tiger. If you had the good fortune of being born in this sign you are thought to be brave, confident, great levels of willpower, adventurous, enthusiastic. These are the good traits of this sign, the bad traits of this sign say you may be unpredictable, aggressive, short tempered and anxious. Chinese New Year comes on different dates and this year it was in late January. As with Zodiacs weather is predicted and one of my favourite is the Farmers Almanac. The Old Farmers Almanac was created by Robert B. Thomas and was a instant success and increased it’s circulation significantly over the years. In the early 1800’s it became known as the Farmers Almanac and its weather forecasting was in the 80 percent range of accuracy, by the mid 1800’s The Farmers Almanac had a circulation of 225,000 copies. German spies caught on the shorelines of North America were carrying copies of the Almanac to help with weather prediction. February was to have mostly fair skies with showers and snowfall in the higher elevations. March was to start out stormy and then change to fair weather on the coast with the storms moving inward by mid month and the changing to fair weather by the end of the month. Our winter was to be warmer and drier than usual with below normal snow fall. Our coldest months were to be December and early January. Spring weather will be near normal temperatures with more rain and Summer weather will be warmer and rainier with a hot spell from mid July to mid August. Fall is supposed to be rainier with normal temperatures for that time of year. Sounds interesting I don’t see anywhere where a Heat Dome is expected but rainier sounds good for part of our summer. Most seeds for the garden should be planted if you are doing bedding plants except for cucumber, squash type seeds, sunflowers and other rapid growing plants. Pruning of fruit trees should be done very soon if you have not finished that task

as you want it done before the sap starts to flow. It’s nice to see the snow rapidly melting but watch for ice over the week as our nighttime temperatures will be low and ice will be forming. Everything is looking good in the greenhouse and I am becoming excited for the upcoming planting season! Happy Gardening! Samantha Nason BS Ranch & Greenhouses 250 547 6567 sam1nason@gmail.com

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX PROGRAM As happens every year, Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) wants to hear from YOU! The T-4 slips are coming in the mail. T-4’s will be issued to all persons who received “CERB”, “CESB”, “CRB”, “CRCB” or “CRSB” benefits in 2021. Seniors are receiving their Old Age Pension and Canada Pension slips; the banks are issuing their T-5’s for interest earned and RRSP/RRIF’s are being dealt with. The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program is up and running again this year. Beth and Marilyn will be starting the program on Tuesday, March 1st as follows: All locations and times are at the OAP Hall (under the red roof) at 1765 Glencaird Street. • Beth: Tuesday’s from 2:00 > 4:00 pm and Wednesday’s from 9:00 > 11:00 am • Marilyn: Thursday’s from 2:00 > 4:00 pm and Friday’s from 9:00 > 11:00 am All days will be by APPOINTMENT ONLY this year. Contact Whitevalley Community Resource Centre (250-547-8866) to book an appointment.

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If you are a Senior, a Student, a Low-Inc o m e earner, a person with a disability, or know someone who is, the CVITP is a program where volunteers will complete and file your income tax return for FREE. You bring in your information, the volunteers complete and file the return and you come back and pick up the paperwork. It’s that easy! The deadline for filing is Friday, April 30, 2022. After that date, there are late filing charges assessed and if there are monies owing, interest charges may be applied. If you do not file your return, the GST, Child Tax Benefits (if applicable), and the Guarantee Income Supplement may be interrupted/discontinued as well as other benefits you may have. Mark your calendars and we will see you some time during March or April.

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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.

Hearing Health

Did you know that most seniors have some minor hearing loss by the age of 65. Hearing loss can lead to miscommunication and for some can be rather embarrassing asking others to repeat themselves over and over. Some people have reported feeling more exhausted and tired as well have a hard time focusing when it comes to hearing loss. Constant-

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ly straining to hear and make out words can lead to seniors isolating and having a hard time fitting in at social events. There is three types of hearing loss: • Sensorineural Hearing loss: This occurs when the tiny hairs in the inner ear are damaged. This can be managed by a hearing aid. • Conductive Hearing Loss: this is usually caused by blockage in the ears like a buildup of wax. • Mixed Hearing loss occurs when you suffer from both Sensorienural and conductive health.

RESTOCKED, REFRESHED AND RENEWED!

Lumby is holding a Hearing clinic on March 30th If you are experience any type of hearing loss it is 2022 at the White Valley Community Hall best you check in with your doctor as soon as possi- Feel free to contact the Lumby Health Centre at ble to help get you into treatment. 250-547-9741 to register today!

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PUBLIC NOTICE VILLAGE OF LUMBY

In accordance with the Community Charter, Section 59 (2) and (3), the Village of Lumby is providing notice that Council will be meeting to consider adopting Bylaw 865, 2022, a bylaw to amend Business License Regulation Bylaw No. 795, 2017 to reflect a reduction in the business license fee associated with Retail Sale of Cannabis stores, at the Regular Meeting of Council on March 21st, 2022. The amendment bylaw is to reduce the business license fee from $1,500 to $500. If you feel you would be affected by this bylaw, you can provide comments to Council in person at the next Regular Meeting of Council on March 21st or in writing to info@lumby.ca.

Are you a homebody? Are you stuck in a monoto- Above all, have confidence in yourself and dare to nous routine? If so, here are three ways you can push step out of your comfort zone. Look for activities and outings in your area that will inspire you to be your yourself to step out of your comfort zone. best self. 1. Challenge yourself Don’t let your everyday routine get stale. If you enjoy going for daily walks, see if you can go further or faster. If you love making art, experiment with a different style or technique to push the limits of your creativity. 2. Change up your routine Do you mindlessly go through the motions of your day? To keep things fresh, try visiting a new place, signing up for a class or striking up a conversation with a friendly stranger. 3. Stay curious If you’re interested in learning about another culture or have always wanted to take up a hobby, go for it. It’s important to stay curious and continue to learn new things as you age.

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.

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Mikkie’s Corner

Health & Nutrition

The Right Pace to Feed Your Face

Research suggests the links between eating slower taste. Take time to smell the aroma of your food, and weight management. enjoy how the food looks and how the texture In this day and age, we live in such and instant sofeels when eating it, this will also help in slowing ciety, we can almost have anything we want or need your pace. to know, at our finger tips with today’s technology. 4. Break in-between bites. Intentionally pausThis has translated into a fast-paced society and often ing after each bite, putting your utensils down or resulting in, inhaling our food which has metabolic putting food down that is handled, is yet another consequences. Fast eaters’ bodies can react negatively trick to slow down. with having glucose tolerance issues and insulin re- 5. Listen to your body. Hunger is physical, and sistance. Eating slower helps control these issues, by if you really listen to your body, it will tell you letting your body digest food more effectively, to conwhen you are hungry and when you are full. It trol a huge blood sugar spike and eating fewer calories takes about 20 minutes for brain to register once in general. you start eating to when you are full. Scarfing Follow these tips below to help you in this approach: down your food usually means you are eating you feel fuller for longer, but will also keep you 1. Chew with purpose. Chew each bite about more than needed as the body hasn’t had time to satisfied. 20 times to help you adjust your pace. Or try register. By eating slower, you will allow time for 7. Change your food mindset. Food for many chewing for 15 seconds or more if counting seems your brain and stomach to register to when it is people is social and for others it is just fuel. If you a little monotonous getting full and you will have eaten less. are in the majority there is an emotion linked 2. Take smaller bites. Chewing slow is great, but 6. Try intuitive eating: This approach is all about with food. By making this a social event with also take into account your bite size. If you eat connecting with your body and its needs, much conversation and making it a pleasurable experiyour meal in 7-8 big chunks, likely it’s still too like in #5 in listening to your body. The guiding ence, is yet another way to help slow down. fast. So, engaging in smaller bites and chewing principle behind intuitive eating is simple: eat https://bmjopen.bmj.com/content/8/1/e019589 will help ensure slower eating. when you feel hungry, stop when you feel full. It Mikkie Nettles, Certified Personal Train3. Engage your senses. Taste is the sense most works best if you identify foods that are nutrient er/Holistic & Sports Nutritionist associated with food. But that is tightly tied into rich as healthy fats, lean proteins and complex Follow DEEM Health on Facebook: website smell. If you can’t smell you most likely can’t carbohydrates with lots of fiber will not only help deemhealth.ca : email info@deemhealth.ca

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Photos and Memories From The Lumby Museum

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 The Lumby Museum is so proud of our 2019 Athlete of the Year, Logan Leach who has represented his community and Canada at the 2022 Beijing Paralympics as a Para-Alpine skier. At one time, Lumby boasted it's own ski hill located at 2140 Saddleview -

Ron Catt with nephew Charlie Catt on Catt ranch (1944)

it was called Chalet Slopes and later Monashee Ski Hill. Lumby Ski Club's pro Mike Irmen operated a ski rental shop and ski school for residents new to the sport of skiing. Unfortunately, the ski hill proved to be unviable and closed in 1988.

Painting of Chalet Slopes painted by Don Albert (1978)

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250.547.9741 Opening of Chalet Slopes. L to R: Henry Catt, N.R. "Pat" Duke, Ernie Robatzek and Ron Catt (1978)

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Colleen’s Corner

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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.

A Popular Item

Almost everywhere you go now, you will see these, they are out there for just about any product. They are called a QR Code. They are a modern day Barcode. You remember the barcodes right, they came out in the 70's. They are on products that you buy from the store. Barcodes were scanned by an optical sensor that helped cashiers to make their lives easier using the scanner instead of manually placing the items into the cash registers. But the barcodes are not as complete as

a QR code is. Barcodes are limited to only about 20 or so alphanumeric characters of information. One of the companies that were making barcodes called Denso Wave Incorporated were asked to make barcodes that would be capable of holding more information. Tada! Here came the QR code, 1994 was the year it came into the market for business. It was made to be square so that it would be identified easier on a scanner as the square makes it more unique. QR codes can hold up to 7,000 numbers and are able to read Kanji characters (logographic writing system, this is the writing system that is one of the oldest.) In 1997 the QR code was used by the AIM standard (Automatic Identification Industry.) In the year 1999 the Japan Industrial Standards approved the QR code as a standard 2D code. The year 2000 saw the QR code rise to new heights being approved by the ISO as an international standard. In 2002 the QR code was made available to the public. 2004 saw the beginning of the micro QR code. 2008 brought in the

iQR which could also read rectangular QR codes, along with this came the ability to meet the demands of more privacy. The year 2012 arrives, and the QR code now wins an award from Media for Industry under the category of Good Design. In 2014 the FRAMEQR arrived and this enhances the ability to combine illustrations and photos. I have used the QR code for a few years now, I started using it around 2017 in one of the businesses that I was selling for. I had it on my business cards, I would show people had to use the QR Code. This code would directly take them to the website I was using. It was great. The Problem is you have to have a cell phone or a scanner that has an optical sensor to use them. So if you have a cell phone you more than likely have been asked by some company to use the QR code to get to their website, you may have used it or not. If you have a QR phone and you don't have the QR code scanner on your phone you can get it on an app. Google Play has a few of them free, and you can also get them on your iPhone, make sure you read the reviews before you install as you don't want to get a lousy one or pay for it when they are usually free.

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Artbeat

MAC Local Arts and Culture Grant – Call for Applications It’s that time again! MAC is excited to be putting out the call for applications for the 2022 MAC Local Arts and Culture grants. Application forms and guidelines will be available at the office and via email. Deadline: April 12th /2022 Call for Artist -“Through the Looking Glass or the Selfie” Let’s face it! We’re all tired of hiding. We miss seeing each other and being seen…so the theme of the art show “the selfie / through the looking glass” is perfect for the season! The Monashee Arts Council is challenging you to show yourself, March 13th to April 30th.The show is open to artists in any medium of any age and ability. Let your imagination fly! Express your inner self as much as the face you show the world. Abstract and non-representational styles are welcome as are clay, sculpture,photogra-

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phy, film or fiber arts. We will help you get your picture gallery ready if it is not. (We have frames and mats, for example, and can show you how to put wire on the back of a picture.) You can pick up an application form at the Village Gallery, 1975 Vernon Street, Monday to Saturday 10 to 4 or on the website: monasheeartscouncil.com. Art Supply Order Looking to refresh your supplies? Trying a new medium for your art this year? MAC will be sending in a new order for Art supplies in April. Be sure to come in and put in your order on Wednesday or Thursday, you can also email to set up your order.

Monashee 50+ Vice President Cheryl Price with a gift basket for the last baby of the year 2021. Meet Bowen Morrison born Dec. 21, 2021 and his mother Chantel from Lumby

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Lifestyles

Magic Mushrooms And Psilocybin

Donna Easto Traditional Herbalist, Certified Herbal Educator You may have seen the buzz lately about research done using magic mushrooms or psilocybin in micro doses for the treatment of anxiety and depression. Magic mushrooms (also called shrooms) contain the drug psilocybin (a rapidly acting anxiolytic/antidepressant). Psilocybin is an active ingredient in over 200 species of magic mushrooms. These are not to be confused with medicinal mushrooms such as Reishi, Chaga, Shiitake, Maitake, Cordyceps and Lions Mane. However, let’s be clear, the production, sale, purchase and possession of magic mushrooms is illegal in Canada. This article is intended only to give some information on magic mushrooms and current Canadian interest with research into psilocybin, the psy-

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choactive substance in the mushrooms. Like other mushrooms, magic mushrooms are usually consumed in fresh or dried form, steeped into tea, added to cooked foods and in powder form to fruit juices. Never injected intravenously. Psilocybin is also available illegally in powder, tablet or capsule form. As with many so-called “natural” products sold online, caution is advised. The product may have been made in an illegal lab and the content has not been tested. From my perspective as a herbalist, adulteration is one of the biggest challenges facing our industry today. Many people unknowingly purchase a product that is either not what it is claimed to be, or contains dangerous substances, such as the lead used as a colorant in some cut-rate Turmeric.3 Scientific interest in psilocybin is increasing as researchers look into its use in the treatment of depression and anxiety. Currently, antidepressive medications such as selective serum reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), like Ketamine are used to treat depression. Studies show that after a single dose of Ketamine, there is rapid reduction of depressive symptoms but it is often abused and its use requires close monitoring. Overall, drugs for depression have limited efficacy, can cause unintended side effects, need to be used for long periods and often have poor patient compliance. Clinical trials have shown that psilocybin has longer lasting results than Ketamine and shows promise for treating MDD. Unfortunately, recent clinical trials in the U.S. involved low numbers of participants. According to Norman Farb, associate professor of psychology at the University of Toronto Mississauga, “There is a re-emergence of interest and permission to start studying psychedelics,”1 The World Health Organization website states, “Major depressive disorder (MDD) or clinical depression, affects more than 300 million people globally and is the leading cause of

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1. Interview with Calgary CBC, March 02, 2022 2. Depression Fact Sheet. WHO website: www.who.int/medicine/factsheets/fs369/en/. Accessed September 26, 2021 3. How to tell if your Turmeric is adulterated. 1. Take a glass of warm water. Add a tsp of Turmeric powder. Let it sit 10-15 minutes. If it settles down, it is real. If it does not settle and leaves a dark yellow colour it is adulterated. 2. If you’re buying bulk, put a pinch of the powder in your palm. Rub it with your thumb for 15-20 seconds. Pure Turmeric will stick to your skin and leave behind a deep yellow colour. (Your yellow palm will let the vendor know you’re a savvy shopper!)

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A technician from NexGen will provide: - Hearing Screening - Clean and check hearing aids - Screening for earwax blockage (does not include removal of earwax)

disability worldwide.”2 Sometime in 2022, Farb will launch a controlled study examining the effects of micro doses of psilocybin on people with low-grade anxiety and depression and persistent depressive disorder. He estimates that about 100 people will be chosen to take part in the study which will last for five weeks. At this writing, there are no approved therapeutic products containing psilocybin in Canada. However, if you wish to pursue treatment with psilocybin, speak with your health care provider. There is a process for practitioners to request access for patients with serious or life-threatening conditions or for emergency treatment. There is no guarantee that the request will be approved through the Special Access Program (SAP).

First congratulations Logan Leach on your ninth place finish in the Para Olympics down hill race. Now to Legion News. There will be

a general meeting on Mar 16 at 7:00pm. Members in good standing only (paid up 2022). Also you must show your vaccine passport.

I also really enjoy the crossword puzzles. Doug Edgar

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Sports

Jordyn Morris, Brooklynn Walthers, Paige Brayshaw, Jenna Maltman , Julia McLennan, Teagan Schober, Kiel Hayward, Raye Agema, Careese Makse, Reanne Muller, Shirelle Nickoli, Nicola Harper, Jordyn Pryor, Mia Maltman, Tori Maltman, Summer Snobelen Tyra Cunningham, Head Coach - Jon Kineshanko, Asst. Coaches - Tage Kineshanko, Chris Pryor, Payton Kineshanko and Kalen Webster. The U18 Female Stars Hockey team are the 2021/22 OMAHA District League Banner Champions for the whole Interior completing their league season going 15-1 with an impressive 111 goals for and only 10 against. Their league spans from 100 Mile House to Kamloops and Kelowna. The Females Stars also filled their regular season playing 6 rep exhibition games this season against Single A Rep Kamloops and Nelson squads. The 6 games resulted in an impressive 3 wins, 1 loss and 2 ties. Winning and tying the first place Kamloops Rep Squad and proving they can play with the best and would be able to hold their own at provincials in the Single A League. Sadly the female Star squad had their home tournament and away tournaments in January cancelled

however are off to Richmond later this month to face Yukon, Vancouver and Victoria teams in the Richmond Ravens Female Tournament and make a name for themselves in a huge female hockey showcase tournament. This impressive team can be seen in action at home one last time as they are hosting the OMAHA Playoff Finals Tournament next weekend March 12/13 in the Pat Duke Arena. They play Saturday 9:00-10:45am vs 100 Mile House and 5:30-7:15pm vs Kelowna. Sunday the playoffs with have 8:30-10:15am 1st vs 3rd place and then 4th vs. 2nd 10:30-12:15pm. The Championship game will be played Sunday 3:305:30pm. Come and cheer your Lumby Stars on and watch some great hometown hockey!

SATURDAY GAME 1 2

TIME 8:00 - 9:45am 10:00 - 11:45pm

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HOME VISITORS LUMBY STARS Kelowna 2 100 Mile House Kelowna 1 BREAK BREAK Kelowna 2 Kelowna 1 LUMBY STARS 100 Mile House

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HOME 100 Mile House Kelowna 1 BREAK 1st Place

VISITORS Kelowna 2 LUMBY STARS BREAK 2nd Place

We Are All Proud of You Logan!

Logan Leach and guide Julien Petit, we are all proud of you for representing Canada & Lumby!

OBITUARIES In loving memory of

James Edward ROSS We regret to announce the passing of James Edward Ross, Lumby BC: January 11, 1940 – February 19, 2022. Born in Erwood, Saskatchewan, son of Bill Ross and Pauline Stricker. Loving husband to Elfrieda Ross (nee Hinz), for over 61 years. They hold a lifetime of special memories with relatives and friends. He will be dearly missed and forever remembered by the many people who loved him. Jim was a strong and capable logger and heavy equipment operator. He founded J & D Loading, JFD Logging, Ross Construction, Ross and Son’s Manufacturing, and was involved with R & C Contracting. Over the years, he cleared the way for subdivisions and many roads in Lumby and surrounding area as a skilled Caterpillar operator. Jim loved music, camping, nice trucks, a good chat at the local café, and a walk around town. He always enjoyed a good joke and with his warm smile; was well known for giving people “a hard time”. Jim is Survived by: His wife, Frieda Ross Children: Connie Ross and Darcy Ross (Lisa Parsons). Grandchildren: Sheralynn Esguerra (Edgar), Tyler Huwer (Merranda), Caylen Ross, Shandis Ross, Sarina Parsons and Chelsey Parsons. Great Grandchildren: Justin, Janessa, Jayden and Janaya (Sheralynn and Edgar). Kaden

and Arabella (Tyler and Merranda). Roxy-Rae (Sarina). Ross Brothers and their families: Dennis (Reenie), Reg (Jacque), Bob (Shirley) and Terry (Sandi Brenner). Jim’s in-laws, the late Albert and Mary Hinz, were very dear to him, and he also held a special place in his heart for Frieda’s sibling and their families. There will be a celebration of life held at a later date. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to Pleasant Valley Funeral Home, Phone: 250-542-4333 Condolences may be offered at www.pleasantvalleyfh.com

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18. Border 20. Admission slip 22. Savior 24. Gravy 26. Portrayal 28. Brush part 32. Orchestra ____ 33. Brick house 35. Balloon input 36. Navigated 38. More mature 40. Fend off 42. GI’s supper 43. Covered passageway 46. Licks 48. Oceans 49. Orderly 51. “Tea for ____” 54. Plate of glass 55. Dealer’s vehicle 56. Line of seats 57. Ran 58. Hit 59. Mate of hither

DOWN 1. Scrap of cloth 2. Iron or Stone 3. Put up with 4. Kind of carpet 5. Takes on 6. Fore-and-____ 7. Bother 8. Gaps 9. Blink of one eye 10. Add a share 11. Robin’s roost 19. Pug or collie 21. Frostier 22. Hula-Hoop’s site 23. Release 25. Dwelling 27. Like a jug, e.g. 29. Wall hanging 30. Is situated 31. Botches 34. Relies 37. Rubbed out 39. Naughty child 41. Andean animal

43. Serpents 44. Gather 45. Sugar source 47. Sitting above 50. Long fish 52. Flirt with 53. Have title to

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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

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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

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DRILLING Trinity Valley Drilling Lumby, BC

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

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

Wise Wood Tree Care

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

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

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LAND USE

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Real Estate

Sally Andres and Century 21 Excellence Realty Ltd. is proud to congratulate Ross Gordon for all his amazing achievements during 2021. If you are looking for a professional, honest Realtor, call Ross Gordon today! Providing service beyond the sale each and every time!

Ross has lived in the Okanagan for his entire life and in the Lumby area for the past 47 years. Ross values his reputation for honesty and integrity and would like to put his real estate skills to work for you.

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Whether you are buying or selling Ross would be happy to discuss your real estate needs with you. Give Ross a call for a complimentar y market analysis for your proper ty.

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