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A BRIDGE TO SUCCESS!
James Dessert placing his bridge on the Fettuccine Fault Line tester.
Event sponsors Neil Bolton from Faction Projects Inc. (L) and Juan Alfonzo from Multi Power (R) presenting the first place check to James Dessert
OC student takes top prize at 36th Annual Spaghetti Bridge Contest The 36th annual Spaghetti Bridge Building Contest at Okanagan College provided an arena for laughter, excitement, a few tense moments and ultimately cheers as one of the College’s own cruised to victory. Picking up more than just a few pennes, Dessert took home the grand prize of $1,500 for his spaghetti creation. His bridge withstood an impressive 137.94 kg (approximately 304 pounds) of load on the College’s Fettuccine Fault Line scale before it exploded in front of a packed theatre. “I’m happy with my bridge this year but of course I would have liked it to hold even more weight,” says Dessert. “I’m ready for next year and will be making some improvements to hold even more weight.” Dessert is currently enrolled in his first year of Mechanical Engineering Technology diploma at the College and credits the Spaghetti Bridge Building Contest for helping to shape his educational goals. “I’ve always had fun building these bridges year after year and it definitely got me interested in engineering,” he says. Dessert got his start in the Spaghetti Bridge Building Contest six years ago and is no stranger to the stage. He netted his initial first place finish in 2014, three second place finishes in 2018, 2017 and 2016 and a third place finish in 2015. S U N D AY
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Adding to the fun of the competition for Dessert, this year marks the third year in a row he has vied with his brother, Justin, for the best bridge. Third time was the charm for James who has received his just desserts over Justin – who has taken first place over James for the past two years. “It feels great to win and I’m definitely going to be bragging about this for sure,” says Dessert. More than 250 students attended this year’s event, which was made possible thanks to a variety of industry and community supporters including a new title sponsor, Faction Projects Inc. Neil Bolton, Manager of Projects at Faction Projects Inc. attended the competition and was floored by the results. “This is our first time at the Spaghetti Bridge Contest and it was awesome to watch,” says Bolton. “It’s crazy to see the amount of weight you can support with spaghetti.” Faction is a local multi-service company that offers architecture, construction and development management services. “We do a lot of work with Okanagan College and this event was a great fit, especially with our line of work,” explains Bolton. “We’re are happy to be part of this competition and are definitely looking forward to next year.”
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Just for Fun Oh, deer A man and woman were on their first date. The woman was trying to make conversation and said, “So I hear you hunt deer.” The man looked away and turned red. “What’s wrong?” asked the woman. “I’m not used to someone calling me dear on the first date,” the man said. Whoops Two hunters in deer camp woke up in the middle of the night. “Look at the stars... what a splendor,” said one hunter. “Yeah but what do you think happened to our tent?” said the other. You gotta believe A hunter who was an atheist was out in the woods during deer season when suddenly a 1,000-pound non-typical whitetail deer stepped out. “Good God!” exclaimed the hunter. Suddenly, a voice from Heaven said, “I thought you don’t believe in me.” The hunter replied, “Up until now I didn’t believe in 1,000-pound deer either.” Short season On the first day of the deer hunting season, a hunter fell out of a deer stand and broke both his legs. “Why couldn’t this happen on my last day of hunting?!” the hunter cried to the doctor. “It did,” the doctor replied. Burger and fries A 10-point buck walked into a lodge restaurant and ordered a burger and fries. After the deer finished and was paying, the cashier said, “We don’t see too many deer around here.” “At these prices,” replied the buck, “I’m not surprised.” 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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Bubbles Feed Hope
Lumby’s resident bubble man, Geoff Akins-Hannah FEED HOPE tour. The tour started the day before and Christine MacNeill of the White Valley Communi- with a show at the Splatsin Centre in Enderby where ty Centre delivered donations to the Lumby Food Bank over 400 people attended the show. Akins-Hannah on Tuesday February 19th. Lumby Food Bank Presi- hired local enderby singer Ari Lantela to open the show dent, Bob Wilkerson was on hand to receive the do- with a set that included music from his most recent CD nations. “Thank you guys so much. Every effort makes Quiet Songs. The final song was called, Promises, which all the difference in the world.” Lumby resident, Geoff is all about coming into a marriage with a partner with Akins-Hannah presented his Bubble Wonders show kids. Akins was so touched by the story and song he during the FEED HOPE tour in celebration of Fam- reached out to Lantela to open the show with the songs. ily Day weekend. Over 150 men, women, and children “ I had so much fun performing at the event. Geoff really inspired me. My kids have came out to the show. Murray Freeman from been doing little bubble the Lumby Food Bank attricks since the show.” Entended the event. “It was a derby resident and event great show! I was excited sponsor Bonita Lundquist of RE/MAX North Valto see all the donations too. The demand for food ley agreed, “it warmed my is going up so every little heart to see the wee ones bit helps.” just a bopping to the music Geoff the Bubble Man and the bubbles. I am honoured to have assisted with was introduced by Dave this sponsorship.” Bosomworth of Lumby. “I once saw a bubble show FEE Feed Enderby and in Vernon years ago but District Food Bank secFrom left to right, Cora Cole, Christine MacNeill, retary, Jackie Pearase was it was NOTHING like Murray Freeman, Bubble Man, Geoff Akins-Hannah on hand representing the what I witnessed today. Geoff is talented with bubbles but even more talented organization. couldn’t have been happier with the turn with kids. I got lost in the thrill of the kids and their in- out and the kind donations of those attended, “we colteraction with Geoff. What an honor to introduce him. lected five large boxes, approximately 250 pounds of Geoff uses bubble-blowing as a tool to teach children non-perishable food items for FED plus $270 in cash important lessons about life. I felt like a child again. As donations. It was a super event and we are grateful.” an adult I am so impressed with the support of the local Lumby’s Bubble Man explained the catalyst for the food bank with Geoff’s FEED HOPE theme. Not only FEED HOPE tour. “Over the last 13 years I’ve toured does this Bubble Man feed the hope of the many chil- Bubble Wonders in 10 different countries but my life dren who listened to his message, but he also encourages has changed since I started.” Now that he is a husband us to feed hope by bringing food to this program.” and a father to three young children he wants to be there Christine Macneilll, Children’s Program Facilitator for them. “I’m currently on a five week tour in Texas and at the White Valley Community Centre was equally North Carolina. I’m extremely grateful for the opporpleased. At one point before the show started she had tunity and the money earned will be a big help in our to pull out another rack of folding chairs as those al- family…but it’s also a strain on my wife and children.” ready set up were filled and people continued to enter His goal became ‘do fewer shows, with a bigger the White Valley Community Centre to see the show. impact, closer to home.’ The solution was to partner “Geoff was the catalyst for the food donations and once with local food banks and area businesses in order to that thought was in my head we decided to run with it be of service while bringing quality entertainment at and provide donation bins at all the Family Day events. the same time. It’s a perfect win-win-win! My family We’ve decided to continue the tradition and make this has me home in the evenings and I’m able to make a real difference in community. He calls it Joyful Seran annual event for years to come.” Lumby was the second stop on the Bubble Wonders vice…do what you love and use that to have a positive impact on others. “
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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.
What do you get when you cross a four leaf clover with poison ivy? A Rash of Good Luck! Samantha Nason, BS Ranch & Greenhouses Others may choose a warm sunny location for an extended winter vacation or retreat, I however have just returned from a 6 week stay in the Canadian Arctic and by that I mean Edmonton Alberta. I know the temperatures have been quite cold for the Okanagan but it was 32 to 40 below the entire time I was there other than the few times it dropped to minus 46 or so. Its not so much the cold that will kill you there it is the relentless wind that will peal your face off. It is such a relief and delight to be home. It is now time to start planning for our gardens and yards and even time to start planting seeds that take some time to germinate and are slower growing. Seeds such a Rosemary and some other herbs take a long time to germinate and should be definitely be started now. Planting seeds like tomatoes and peppers will give you a nice head start and an earlier crop by starting now. Seeds are available through catalogs, in your local grocery or hardware
Artbeat
Request for Proposals. We have extended the deadline for submissions until Tuesday, March 12th.As part of a grant the Monashee Arts Council has recently received from the BC Arts Council, we are looking for someone to assist us with changes to our website and the digitization of last year’s mural project as well as other requirements. For ALL the details, please see the post on our website at: www.monasheeartscouncil.com. It is that time of year again! The Monashee Arts Council invites local organizations to apply for a Local Arts & Culture Grant to sponsor visual and performing arts programs in our community. We welcome proposals that include education or entertainment activities that present the visual and performing
Start Planting
store and on line. Be careful of where you by online and read the revues from other people who have purchased seeds from these sources. I have looked at some amazing flowers that seed was available for however many people who have bought this seed have has absolutely no luck germinating them. Pity, its amazing what a little photo shopping can create. Seeds can be grown in anything that will contain some soil like egg cartons, Styrofoam or paper cups, those clear clam shell containers that you purchase cherry tomatoes in are wonderful as they also have snap drown lids that help with humidity. Seed trays and seed cells are not that expensive and keep things neat and orderly if growing large amounts of seed. I have a surplus of seed trays, cells and domes available so if your wish to use this method you can call me at 250 308 7672 to purchase. Use a seed starting medium to sew your seeds
as this is sterile ( so no weeds or unwanted plants come up). It also will allow for good root spread and good drainage. Be sure to read your seed package as to depth of planting or surface planting as some seeds need the light to germinate. Seeds such as Pansies need total darkness to germinate so cover your tray with a towel to exclude all light. Soil temperature should be kept at 75 degrees so place your seed trays on top of your refrigerator or near a heat source like a radiator or heat vent. Light requirements are adequate now for your young seedlings or you can enhance the light with a simple shop light or grow light. If you do use additional light be sure to keep it just a few inches above your plant and raise it as the plant grows. Plants that are best for starting now are tomatoes, peppers, herbs like rosemary, petunias, geranium, gypsophila. It is way to soon for zucchini or other squashes or broccoli and cauliflower. Even with this unseasonal cold weather it is time to start to plan and start some planting!
Arts & Culture from the Edge
arts. Grants are available to any local non-profit group who wants to bring arts activities or events to our community. Proposals must include a project description, budget, and timeline. Deadline for applications is: March 21, 2019. Application forms and guidelines are available at the Monashee Arts Council office (1975 Vernon Street) & on our website: www.monasheeartscouncil.com (Grant allocation pending financing from RDNO-WVPRC) A new show will be on display March 3-30th at The Village Gallery FRONTIERS-Artists Playing on the Frontiers, will showcase the artwork of Karin Rush, Larry MacGregor, and Gloria Lange. The gallery is open Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm.
General Meeting Wednesday March 20 7:00 pm Irish Stew Dinner Friday March 15 5:30 - 7:00 pm only $10.00 Karaoke - Friday March 1 & 15 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm Shuffleboard - Sundays March 3, 17, & 31 Pool Tournaments - Saturday March 9 Ladies & Mixed Doubles 11:00 am, Seniors - Saturday March 23 2:00 pm Must be a member in good standing to play in these pool tournaments Special Meat Draw Saturday March 23 for the Lumby Golf Course Wednesdays Crib 3:00 - 5:00 pm please be there by 2:45 to register
Office will be closed from March 30 - April 6 so that our lucky office person can go somewhere nice and warm Our fun darts is on Thursday evenings please be there by 6:45 to register Our jams are still going strong every Thursday 3-5 pm Everyone 19+ is welcome to join us in all of our events unless otherwise stated. Members please bring your card Being a member has it’s perks, for instance Happy Hour is everyday, but for non-members Happy Hour is only on Thursdays from 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm, there are many other benefits of being a member check us out.
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Seniors’ Corner
A weekly feature for Lumby, Cherryville, and area seniors. For more information about any of the following please contact Colleen, Linda, or Jenny at (250) 547-8866 Whitevalley Community Resource Centre Office (250)547-8866, Saddle Mountain Drop In (250) 547-8821. Funding support provided by the Province of British Columbia (Community Gaming), Interior Health and United Way North Okanagan Columbia Shuswap.
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“In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” – Benjamin Franklin It is income tax time of year again when we gather up our paperwork and try to sift through seas of swimming numbers, hopefully, with an accountant to assist in negotiating the waters. If you are looking for a life preserver to help with your yearly income tax submission, there is assistance available here in the community. Marilyn, Beth and Gretchen (new to the program this year) are once again starting up the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program that will run from March 4 all the way through until the end of April 2019. These ladies have been offering their time and tax expertise for many years here in Lumby. This is a free service available to anyone with a low to moderate income.
Beginning on March 4, on Mondays and Wednesdays from 2pm – 4pm, one of these knowledgeable ladies will be at the Saddle Mountain Lounge located at 1751 Glencaird Street. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, this service is available from 10 am – 12 pm at the Old Age Pensioners Hall located at 1765 Glencaird Street. This program is based on ‘first come, first serve’ so no appointment is required. Cherryville also offers this program beginning on March 11. Gretchen will be available on Mondays from 12 pm – 2 pm and Saturdays from 10 am – 12 pm at the Cherryville Community Hall. For more information please call Whitevalley Community Resource Centre (250) 547-8866.
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Whitevalley Community Resource Centre would like to remind all local seniors that the Seniors Drop-In Program, held in the Dogwood Lounge (1751 Glencaird Street) at Saddle Mountain, is still running year round. Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday there is a variety of activities offered and of course, healthy, hot lunches are served at noon. For more information on our senior services, call Whitevalley Community Resource Centre (250) 547-8866 or visit www.whitevalley.ca
Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday an amazing 3 course lunch is served at the Seniors Drop In to a group of 20-30 seniors. We are in need of some volunteer cooks servers, dishwashers and grocery shoppers. Our dedicated group of volunteers will help train you, following food safe guidelines, for as long as you need it.
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Familiar Face; New Position
Whitevalley Community Resource Centre is pleased to announce that long time employee, Wendy Gilbert, has assumed the position of Executive Director at the agency. Wendy has worked at the agency for over 18 years, the majority of that time as the Administrative Assistant and Contract Manager. “I am excited for the future and the opportunity to take on this new role at the agency. The support I have received has been amazing. I am looking forward to continuing to work with the team as well as all our partners, stakeholders and the community.”
UP COMING HEALTH EVENTS–Lumby Health Centre www.lumbyhealthcentre.org • Email: lumbyhealthsociety@shaw.ca X-Ray Services (Appointments recommended, walk ins welcome) Tuesday 9:15–1:45pm; Thursday 9:30–1:45pm Friday 9:30–1:45pm. All doctor requisitions accepted. Lab Services (no appointment necessary) Tuesdays:7:30AM-9:45am; Thursdays: 12:30pm-2:15pm Public Health Nursing & Information Services Monday–Friday 9:00am to 4:00pm
Walk In Clinic Hours: Monday: Dr. Burnett - 2:30pm-3:00pm Tuesday: Dr. Barss - 3:30pm-4:30pm Wednesday: Dr. Burnett - 2:30pm-3:00pm Thursday: Dr. Barss - 3:30pm-4:30pm Options for Sexual Health Clinic Every Wednesday 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Foot Care Services Monthly Clinics every 3rd Monday Water Quality Testing Kits Available at Lumby Health Unit Health Outreach Clinic Confidential HIV testing, Hepatitis, STI tests. Every 1st Tuesday of the month. 8:30am - 10:00am. Located at Lumby Health Centre
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Codes Of Practice To Protect B.C. Farm Animals New Family Maintenance British Columbians will have new clarity on how manager of the BC Cattlemen’s Association. “The Na-
the Province is strengthening animal welfare, with the adoption of the National Farm Animal Care Council Codes of Practice. The codes are generally accepted management practices for owners of farm animals in B.C. “B.C. livestock and poultry farmers have worked closely with our government to implement the National Farm Animal Care Council’s Codes of Practice,” said Lana Popham, Minister of Agriculture. “By accepting these codes of practice in their animal management practices, farmers and ranchers are making it clear that animals in their care are being treated with the utmost care and respect.” The codes of practice are for owners and employees, and include areas such as animal handling, feed and water, housing, health and welfare management, and husbandry practices. The codes of practice for farmers of meat livestock, poultry and fur animals is scheduled to become B.C. law on June 1, 2019. The Dairy Code of Practice has been a part of B.C. law since July 9, 2015. “Livestock producers take animal care and welfare very seriously, realizing that they are responsible for giving their animals the best care and treatment possible throughout their life,” said Kevin Boon, general
tional Farm Animal Care Council’s Codes of Practice are being implemented to make sure that the best possible practices are being utilized.” The ministry has engaged and consulted with industry associations and the BC SPCA on the adoption of the codes since 2018. That collaboration will continue. The Province will facilitate conversations between the BC SPCA and industry associations to help determine the qualifications and any further training that will need to be provided to BC SPCA special constables in the coming months, focusing on referencing the codes in regulation, the reasonable and generally acceptable livestock management practices, the importance of guidance and support they provide to livestock operators, and the role of special constables within the context of the act. “The BC SPCA is pleased to see this step forward for the protection of farm animals in British Columbia,” said Craig Daniell, chief executive officer of the BC SPCA. “It is important that industry, government, animal welfare organizations and consumers work together to ensure the highest levels of welfare for the millions of farm animals raised in our province each year.”
Lumby Community Thrift Store... The Heartbeat of Lumby with Guilt Free Shopping
Hello Fellow Thrifters! Is this cold weather starting to drive you crazy??? Take a break from it and come on down to the Thrift for a visit! It’s a great way to spend an hour or two, by yourself or with a friend. We’ve just put up our St. Patrick’s display and there’s a lot of new things in it for you to take a look at. Maybe you’ll have the Luck of The Irish and find a special treasure for yourself! Are you looking for a light fixture or unique glass lampshade? We have some interesting fixtures and shades that might be what you need. If you require a curtain rod, then you’ll be happy to know we have a few of those too. Don’t be afraid to ask us about these items. Do you happen to have any grocery shopping bags we could have for bagging customer’s purchases??? We are in need of these bags and would really appreciate any extra ones you could spare us. It’s a great way to recycle the bags so they don’t end up in the garbage. Also, we can make use of any small paper jewellery boxes…the kind you receive jewellery in, for packaging and selling our jewellery. Thanks! There’s a great big collection of games and puzzles on the tables in the entrance hallway for only 50 cents each. We have so many that we are having a sale on them from March 1-15th. This time of the year is a good opportunity for you to redecorate your bedroom! The Thrift has some fabulous duvet covers, pillows, shams, sheets and curtains. Top off your room with a warm cozy afghan to wrap up
in and choose a couple of new pictures for your walls. There you have it...a whole new look!!! WOW!!! Don’t forget to check out the beautiful little girl’s dresses for a special event they might attend. They are just fabulous and we haven’t forgotten the little boys either; we have an outfit for them too! We have dress pants, vests, dress shirts, as well as ties to complete their outfit. Last but not least, we receive payment for your recycle materials. Therefore, if you have clothing that is no longer wearable because it is stained or has rips and tears in it, don’t throw it away. Put all of it in a bag and mark it with an “R” for recycle and drop it off at one of our donation bins at The Thrift. You can also include worn out shoes, boots, purses, belts, and hats as recycle materials that we can recycle. The more items we recycle, the more help we can offer this wonderful community! It sure feels good knowing that all these goods don’t end up in the dump. This week we donated two super big duffle bags, packed to their maximum, with baby clothes for the Vernon Friendship Center. It’s great to offer assistance to this worthwhile organization by way of donation. Our regular sales are Tuesdays - a shopping bag of clothing and a regular priced pair of shoes for $5.00, Wednesdays – 50% off most items for seniors and the last Friday of the month – a garbage bag of clothing and a regular priced pair of shoes for $10.00. Items with price tags attached are not included in our bag sales. Phone 778-473-3003.
Enforcement Measures Coming Into Effect
Children and families will have greater support following changes to the Family Maintenance Enforcement Program (FMEP) that come into force March 1, 2019. The amendments, introduced in April 2018, benefit families needing support by allowing the FMEP to instruct ICBC to now cancel, as well as refuse to renew, the driver’s licence of someone with more than $3,000 in arrears for child or spousal support payments. Previously, the FMEP could only direct ICBC to refuse to renew the driver’s licence of someone with arrears over $3,000, and the effectiveness varied as licences are only renewed every five years. Changes will also help paying parents reach repayment arrangements sooner and will increase opportunities to create a manageable payment plan by preventing arrears from accumulating for up to five years. Since its inception in 1988, FMEP has disbursed over $4 billion – at a current annual rate of over $210 million per year – to families and children in British Columbia, elsewhere in Canada and internationally to countries that have agreements with British Columbia.
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Colleen’s Corner
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.
Sometimes A Lawn Ornament I am sure you must have seen these beautiful long legged birds before, at the swamp, lake, or even at the zoo. They are the Flamingos. They are a bird, although they have been classed under Storks as well as Ducks, and yes they can fly, but rarely will they do this, when they fly you will see black under their wings, this is only visible when flying. If and when they do fly they can take off very fast and fly up to 35 miles per hour, they usually will only fly at night. Adult Flamingos weigh between 4 - 8 pounds and are about 4- 5 feet tall this light weight is needed for when they fly. They are a very social bird you will see them in groups of 15 up to a hundred or so in zoos they have found that if there is not at 15 or more the Flamingos will not do well at all. Their colors range from white & cream to pink, to crimson red, some even have orange coloring. Their coloring comes from the food they eat, the more beta-carotene in their diet the more color they will have, in the zoos they must be careful to insure that the Flamingos get enough of this in their diet by giving them plenty of live shrimp, and other foods containing carotene pigments or the Flamingos will turn white. Flamingos will mate for life, although a group of
Flamingos will all mate at the same time to ensure that all the chicks will be hatched around the same time. Both parents will take turns sitting on the egg. The eggs are about 3- 3.5 inches long and weighs about 4- 4.9 ounces. It takes about 27 - 31 days before hatching, the chick when hatched will only be about 2.5 3.2 ounces. The chicks are gray or white, and will get their colors in their first couple of years. For the first few days the parents will feed the newly hatched chicks “crop milk” this is a semi- solid crumbly excretion high in fat and protein, no calcium is in this milk, but it does have minerals, antioxidants, antibodies, and bacteria in it. This is only fed to the young until they can digest food. They can live in both cold and warm climates. They
have fairly long lives, in the wild they can live up to 25 years, while in captivity they can live up to 50 years. The plastic lawn pink flamingos were introduced in 1957 by artist Don Featherstone and in 2009 in Madison Wisconsin they made the Plastic Pink Flamingo the city’s official bird.
Lumby’s First 2019 Baby
On behalf of the Monashee Quilters’ Circle, quilting member Fern Reid, is happy to present a quilt to Lumby’s first 2019 baby. Hubert Emery Rain was born on January 15, 2019, weighing 8-lbs 12-oz. The proud parents are Dave and Nikky Deuling. Pictured is mom Nikky holding Hubert, surrounded by sisters Indira River, Jules Waylin, and Stormee Ramona.
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Lean Ground Beef .... ($9.90/kg) $4.49/lb Ground Pork ............ ($7.89/kg) $3.58/lb Luncheon Meats: Hunter Sausage and Ham Sausage ................. $1.69/100 gr DAILY IN-STORE BEEF SPECIALS All our product is Gluten and Dairy Free
MADE IN HOUSE AND SMOKED THE OLD FASHION WAY
The “Soup’s On” fundraiser held at Jitter Beans on Feb 23rd raised $607.05 for the Community Emergency Fund through White Valley Resource Center.
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Evacuation Route Planning Funds Help B.C. Communities
Sixty local and regional governments and First Nations communities have been approved to receive their share of approximately $1.5 million in provincial emergency preparedness funding to support evacuation route planning. Since the September 2017 Budget update, communities and governments throughout British Columbia have received more than $17 million through the Community Emergency Preparedness Fund (CEPF). Now, another 60 applicants are receiving up to $25,000 each, specifically for evacuation route planning. The successful applicants are in every corner of B.C. Lumby will be one of those communities. “We can’t predict exactly when a disaster may hit, but we can help our partners prepare so that if people have to be evacuated, they’re doing so in the safest, best way possible,” said Mike Farnworth, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General. “Investing in communities and people is top of mind, and this is another step toward ensuring people’s safety in the event of a large-scale emergency situation.”
Funding for the evacuation route planning component of the CEPF was announced at the Union of British Columbia Municipalities’ (UBCM) convention in September 2017. This funding is part of a $33.5-million plan designed to help communities prepare for, and respond to, disasters.
“The programs and projects announced today will help make our cities and towns more resilient,” said Jennifer Rice, Parliamentary Secretary for Emergency Preparedness. “On the heels of two of the worst flood and wildfire seasons in our province’s history, we need to work together to help our communities prepare for emergencies so they are better positioned to respond and recover.” The CEPF is a suite of programs designed to enhance the resiliency of local governments and their residents. The Province provides the funding, which is administered by UBCM and divided into five streams: ••Flood Risk Assessment, Flood Mapping and Flood Mitigation Planning ••Emergency Social Services ••Emergency Operations Centres and Training ••Structural Flood Mitigation ••Evacuation Routes The next deadline to apply for funding from this program is Oct. 25, 2019, regarding Structural Flood Mitigation Intake 2.
Bits ‘N Pieces - Research From All Over
Compiled by: Donna Easto TAP WATER OR BOTTLED? Cornell University “Ithaca, N.Y. - Here’s to sipping a cupful of health: Green tea steeped in bottled water has a more bitter taste, but it has more antioxidants than tea brewed using tap water, according to new Cornell University food science research published in Nutrients. In tests conducted at Cornell’s Sensory Evaluation Center, consumers liked green tea brewed using tap water more than using bottled water, because it produced a sweeter taste. “But, when steeped in bottled water, the green tea contained about double the amount of the antioxidant epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) - which makes it more bitter than tea brewed with tap water,” said Robin Dando, Cornell associate professor of food science. “If you’re drinking green tea for its health properties, you should be using bottled water,” Dando said. “If you’re drinking tea for taste, tap water is better.” A panel of more than 100 consumers could not taste the difference between black tea brewed with either tap or bottled water. “The average consumer for black tea isn’t able to tell the difference. Whether it was tap water or bottled water, the taste differences are too subtle,” said graduate student Melanie Franks, the study’s lead author. Franks is a tea specialist who once taught chefs at the International Culinary Institute (formerly known as the French Culinary Institute, founded by the late Julia Child).”
STOP THAT COUGH WITH CHOCOLATE! University of Hull Yorkshire, England “Got a nagging cough? Grab some chocolate. At least that’s what a few English researchers are suggesting. A research group at the University of Hull in Yorkshire, England recently conducted a small study to explore the link between the sweet treat and respiratory health. To do so, they examined 163 patients in Europe with a cough, randomly prescribing them either regular codeine or a chocolate-based medicine called ROCOCO. After analyzing the results, they found that patients on the chocolate-based medication reported a “significant improvement” in their symptoms within two days, compared to those on the regular cough syrup. “We have just seen the results of the largest real-world study of an over-thecounter cough remedy ever undertaken in Europe,” lead author Alyn Morice told the Daily Mail. “This proves that a new medicine which contains cocoa is better than a standard linctus.” BLACK PEPPER Kansas State University “Some research has linked black pepper marinades to the elimination of heterocyclic amines, or HCAs, which are the cancer-causing chemicals that form when meat is charred or cooked at high temperatures. A group at Kansas State University found that mixing one gram of fine black pepper with 100 grams of ground beef—which works out
to about a teaspoon of black pepper per half-pound of meat—almost completely eliminated the formation of HCAs during cooking. While that much pepper may be too pungent for some, the study author says that mixing pepper with oregano, rosemary, and other herbs in the same spice-to-meat ratio should provide the same carcinogen-lowering benefits. Pepper may also aid digestion. “There are a number of animal studies that indicate some potential benefit for the gastrointestinal tract,” says Keith Singletary, professor emeritus of nutrition at the University of Illinois, who wrote an overview on the research on pepper. (The paper was funded by the McCormick Science Institute, which studies the benefits of spices.) While the evidence isn’t always consistent, some of it suggests that black pepper may stimulate the secretion of digestive enzymes that help you feel full after a meal and ease food’s transit through the GI tract, Singletary says. “It may also enhance the absorption of some nutrients,” he adds.” NEXT: Circadian Rhythms
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RDNO to Explore Regulating Single Use Plastics
The Regional District of North Okanagan will look at implementing a regional regulation bylaw that would explore options for single-use plastics. The five electoral areas and the six member municipalities in the region will be consulted before the adoption of the bylaw. The direction was given to staff by the Board of Directors at the February 28, 2019, Committee of the Whole meeting. The exact materials that constitute “single-use plastics”, and the regulations on these materials will be considered and defined by staff when drafting
the bylaw. Staff will come back to the Board with bylaw options. “We recognize that having slightly different regulations in neighbouring cities and communities can be confusing, and, as a Board, we want to be a unified front when it comes to regulating single-use plastics. By taking a regional approach to a single use plastics bylaw, we can ensure that the regulations will be consistent throughout the North Okanagan”, said Kevin Acton, Chair of the RDNO Board. “We are at the preliminary stages
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. 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. Saturday The Community Volunteer Income Tax Cherryville Hall: 10:00 – Noon Program is up and running again this year. Beth and Marilyn will be starting the proFor more information, contact Whitevalley gram on Wednesday, March 4th as follows: Community Resource Centre (250-547-8866). Monday If you are a Senior, a Student, a Low-Income earner, a Saddle Mountain Place (SMP) lounge (1751 person with a disability, or know someone who is, the Glencaird Street): 2:00 – 4:00 pm (Beth) CVITP is a program where volunteers will complete and Cherryville Hall: Noon – 2:00 file your income tax return for FREE. You bring your inforTuesday mation in, the volunteers complete and file the return and Old Age Pension (OAP) hall (1765 Glencaird you come back and pick up the paperwork. It’s that easy. Street): 10:00 - Noon (Beth) The deadline for filing is Tuesday April 30, 2019. After that date, there are late filing charges assessed and if Wednesday SMP lounge (1751 Glencaird Street): 2:00 – there are monies owing, interest charges may be applied. If you do not file your return, the GST and Child Tax 4:00 pm (Marilyn) Benefits (if applicable) may be interrupted/discontinued Thursday as well as other benefits you may have. OAP hall (1765 Glencaird Street) Mark your calendars and we will see you some time 10:00 – Noon (Marilyn) during March or April. Drop-In Curling: Looking to have fun and meet new people? Come down to the Lumby Curling Rink for dropin curling on Tuesday and Thursday mornings. We start at 9.30am sharp and most of the curlers get there early for socializing and making up of teams. Come when you want – not the obligation you have when you’re on a league team . The cost is $6 per person – if you haven’t paid your annual dues - and we play 8 ends. Both experienced and non-experienced curlers welcome. Brooms and sliders available. Instruction and help available for novices so come down and experience the coolest game on ice!
Whitevalley's Agility Program will once again be commencing October 16–every Monday morning–at 9:15 in the lounge at Saddle Mountain (1751 Glencaird St., same place as usual, just different day and time).
Monashee 50+/O.A.P. has started another busy year with Bingo, Markets, and more fund raisers in the works. Sept 4 To June 25/19: Bingo and Dinner doors open at 5:00, Sept 8 to March 9 Odds N Ends Market from 10:00- 2:00 come join us at our Social Table. Crib every Friday Night at 7:00. Quilters Meet every Monday morning at 9:30. Don’t forget to share your favourite recipes with us. Thank you to all of you that have shared so far. We are getting there.
Lumby & District Wildlife Association General Meetings. Meeting held on the 2nd Wednesday of every month except July & August. 7:00pm at the Clubhouse.
Cherryville Quilters meet every Thursday at the Cherryville Hall from 10:30 am to 4:00 pm. Come join us in a fun supportive group. Experienced and beginning quilters most welcome. Contact Susan at 250-547-6697 for more info.
LUMBY HISTORICAL SOCIETY (LUMBY and DISTRICT MUSEUM) Open now until September - Wednesday to Saturday 1pm till 4pm - Will open anytime for tours. Monthly meetings are held at the Museum every third Monday at 1:30 pm. Everyone welcome. Come in and look through our Family History Files. For more information please phone Mel at 250-547-9599.
Meditation Group, ages 16+. Wednesdays 6:30 pm. White Valley Community Hall, call 877.770.0877 Would you like to make a difference in a senior’s life? Volunteer as a Friendly Visitor for seniors in the North Okanagan Better at Home program. See how one hour a week can help seniors continue living in their own home. Free criminal record check provided and an orientation to the program. Call Lisa at 250-545-0585 or email: betterathome@nexusbc.ca
What’s On
Please inform us if your group or event is discontinued LUMBY COMMUNITY THRIFT STORE Tuesday-Saturday 10am-3pm. Arbor Park Mall between Pagoda Restaurant and Lumby’s Dollar Dollar in Lumby phone 778-473-3003 during open hours. The Pythian Sisters meet the first and third Wednesday of each month at 1:30 p.m. in the United Church Hall. New Members welcome. For more information please call our secretary at 547- 6888. ALSO Party? or Celebration? Pythian Sisters will make up Deli trays, please call 547-9824 or 547-9425 Lumby Legion Branch #167 – A meat draw is held every Saturday from 3:00 to 5:30 pm in the lounge. The Legion Dart Club meets Thursdays at 7:00 pm and is open to all. The New Experience Group Of Cocaine Anonymous Vernon Group meets every Tuesday at 7:00 PM at the Knox Church at 3204 Alexis Park Drive Vernon The Cherryville & District Community Shooting Range Association has an approved shooting range for rifles, handguns and bows at 285 Heckman Creek Road in Cherryville. For further information please contact Guy at 250-547-6697.
Good Food Box is located at White Valley Community Centre 2250 Shields, Kitchen. Pick up of boxes is the 3rd. Thursday of each month. 11am–1:00 p.m. Pay for your box the week before by Wednesday. For more information call Pat Svard at 250-545-5865 or Poppy Peacock at 250-545-6412 Cherryville Alcoholics Anonymous Grapevine Meetings. Monday Evenings from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Richlands Seventh Day Adventist Church (corner of Creighton Valley and Hammond Roads). Open. Lumby Days meetings every month, the 3rd Thursday, 7:00 p.m. Curling Club. Everyone welcome! QUILTING AT OAP HALL every Monday 9-4pm. New people welcome. For more info call Fern 250-547-8969 LUMBY LIONS Do you want to make a difference in Lumby? Come to a Lions meeting! Our meetings are held the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month, the 3rd Tuesday is a social night. We meet at 6:30 in the Whitevalley Community Hall. For more information call Carla Lee at 250-306-5818.
of this process, and are looking forward to the options that staff bring back to the Board.” In addition to exploring the regulation of single-use plastics, the RDNO will send a letter to the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change to encourage guidance and leadership on single-use plastics regulations from a provincial level. The RDNO is committed to diverting waste from landfills and will continue to provide communication and education support on the importance of rethinking consumption, reducing waste, and reusing items.
Karaoke March 1 & 15 8:00pm - 11:00pm
Everyone 19+ Welcome
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Do you need some work done around your place? Whitevalley Community Resource Centre has “The Lumby Handyman Service”! The purpose of this service is to assist older persons and or persons with disabilities to “age in place” by better ensuring home safety and functionality. For more information, call Jenny at 250-547-8866. Monashee Toastmasters. We are welcoming new members to our club. You will be surprised at the diversity of skills you can learn. Come join us at Monashee Toastmasters to learn how to make a good first impression, get over being tongue tied or how to get ready for an interview. We meet every month at the White Valley Community Centre on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday at 7 pm. Contact Mike Takahashi (250) 5479335 or Marena Legare (250) 547-9572 (Evenings) for more information. Cherryville Community Club Meets 2nd Tuesday of the month–7:00 pm. at the Cherryville Community Hall. All Cherryvillans welcome! www.cherryville.net/communityclub.html. T.O.P.S. 5278 meets on Wednesday afternoon at the Pagoda Inn at 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Everyone welcome men, women, teens. Contact Delma at 250547-2477 or Diana at 250-547-6240 LUMBY HEALTH CENTRE Services (250) 547-9741
Volunteers Needed for Seniors Dropin Program – Are you interested in setting up and serving seniors their luncheon? How about cooking? If you would be interested, please call Jenny at 250-547-8866 for an interview. The Senior’s Drop-in Program is held every Mon. Wed. & Friday from 9:00am1:30pm at the Saddle Mountain Lounge (1751 Glencaird St.) Lunch is served at 12:00. Various activities are scheduled for fun and socializing. You do not need to register, just drop-in. Calendars are available at the Drop-in or you can call : Colleen for more info @ 250-547- 8821 Cherryville Parent & Tot program Free semi structured drop in program for parents and their children 0-6. Play equipment, music, crafts, coffee and a healthy snack provided. Monthly guest speakers, visiting with friends and springtime park outings. Come join us on Wednesdays 10:00am-12:00pm at Cherryville community hall. For more information please call Kara at 250-547-6593 Lumby New Freedom group of Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 7:00 pm Friday nights, at the Catholic Church 2202 Park Ave. Enter at the rear of Church, down stairs.
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Atom Stars Atom Champions. With a record of 18-0 and 2 ties in The Lumby Atom Stars, lead by Coach Steve Nagy regular season and winning gold in both tournaments captured the title of North Okanagan Super League they played in, the team had fantastic season! Rookie Goalie Axel Manson proved his place between the pipes. Our defence, Mathew Lorentz, Kamryn Sawada, Josh Romailler, Ari Manson, Anthony Nesti were solid all year long. The fowards, Nora Louis, Caydence Quibell, Vince Nagy, Caden Oliver, Logan Beeswanger and Toby Charbonneau kept the puck going in Midget Stars This past Saturday was the last regular season game for Lumby blueliners Payton Kineshanko and Kim Whitelaw. The Stars would like to wish both these ladies good luck in the future and hope they know they will be missed.
Coach Jon Kineshanko and Captain Payton Kineshanko share a pre-game smile.
Kim Whitelaw pulls in for a mid-game pit stop. Pee-Wee Stars Wrap up Their Season The Pee-Wee Stars hit the ice hard this past week as play off season kicked off. The Stars played Vernon 2 on Wednesday and 10-5 win against this team secured them a spot in the playoffs. Goal scorers for the game were Grady Krause and Andrew Wing, each with a hat trick, Ashton Matchett with two goals, and one from Colton Young and Jenna Maltman. On Saturday the Stars played North Okanagan and finished the game with a 4-4 tie. Goal scorers for this game were Ashton Matchett with two, and Andrew Wing and Isabella Huston. With more points overall, this tie earned the Stars a spot in the semi-final game against Salmon Arm. The Stars travelled
the net all season! AP Layten Oliver was there when we needed him and played wherever he was told to go!! Special thanks to the refs who came out and reffed our games, our sponsor Village of Lumby, the arena staff, all our parents and support in the stands! Our team couldn’t have been as successful as they were without our coaches; Steve Nagy, Ben Louis, Mike Quibell and Dave Manson and their Manager Kym Lorentz.
who took the game 3-1 and later went on to win the playoffs. Grady Krause scored for Lumby in that game and Chase Marton deserves accolades for his outstanding job in net. Overall the team had a good season and can be proud of their efforts. The team would like to send a big thank you to their sponsors KBM Automotive. They would also like to thank their coaches Shawn Maltman, Matt Maltman, Fraser Huston and Cole Young and their managers Kim Leach and Amanda Huston for the countless hours of dedication over the season. Finally, the stars would like to thank the loyal fans of Lumby for showing up and supAshton Matchett puts in the net to Salmon Arm Sunday for thisone semi-final game but porting them throughout against Vernon. unfortunately couldn’t quite hold off this bigger team the year.
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
LUMBY MINOR HOCKEY ASSOCIATION Saturday, April 6, 2019 Whitevalley Community Center AGM starts at 5:30pm
This meeting is open to the general public and all are welcome. Nominations for executive positions must be submitted by March 17, 2019 and can be emailed to lumbyminorhockeytournaments@gmail.com
LUMBY & DISTRICT FIGURE SKATING CLUB PRESENTS
BLAST FROM THE PAST! Friday, March 15th Doors Open at 5:45 Show Starts at 6:30 Admission by Donations Stuffies $5.00 Concession is open
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DOWN 1. Chauffeured car 2. Fruit coolers 3. Quiet 4. Kind of bar 5. Flowered necklace 6. “A Farewell to ____” 7. Red vegetables 8. Geometry’s cousin 9. Fatigue 10. Eliminate 11. Caresses 16. Expedition 20. Curved bone 22. Summer shade 24. Unusual 25. “You ____ My Sunshine” 27. Itch 29. No-show 30. Flying formation 31. Poem
33. Item of clothing 35. Bowling-frame number 38. Sweet tuber 40. Angler’s bait 43. Radio and TV 45. Docks 46. Go down 47. Heavy twine 48. Employs 49. Outer coat 51. Position 52. Misjudges 55. Mule’s kin
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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
SERVICES L. STANEK PLUMBING & HEATING New installations - Renovations Servicework - Residential & Commercial Phone Lyle: 250-547-6244 Lumby BC
Available 24 Hours Per Day – Every Day Vernon Funeral Pleasant Valley Home Funeral Home 250-542-0155 250-542-4333 Funeral Pre-Planning Available
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CHERRYVILLE GOSPEL CHURCH
Richlands Seventh-Day Adventist Church
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(Cherryville end of Creighton Valley Road)
250-547-6444 10:30 am Sunday Worship Service
Everyone welcome!
LUMBY UNITED CHURCH 11 a.m. Sunday
New Construction and Renovations
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• Furnaces • Air Conditioners • Fireplaces • Hot Water Tanks • On-demand Water Heaters
HELP WANTED Presiding Ministers:
Requirements: • Millwright/Mechanic • Minimum 2 years experience • Professionalism • Safe and Reliable
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Family Worship Every Saturday 9:30 - 12:00 Join us for a Fellowship meal after the Service Everyone Welcome!!
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DCT Chambers Trucking LTD is currently searching for a Millwright to join our Vernon team. This position will be responsible for maintaining equipment on a whole log chipping site.
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No Weekday or Saturday Masses from Now until March 15 No Sunday Morning Mass - March 10 Sunday Mass March 10 - 4:30pm
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More measures to strengthen consumer protections and improve affordability are on the way for the most financially vulnerable people in B.C., as part of B.C.’s Consumer Financial Protection Action Plan. Many British Columbians are not immune to financial hardships and have to live paycheque to paycheque. For these people, a broken washing machine, unexpected car repair or paying for another basic necessity could leave them in a financially vulnerable position. With no other choice but to seek high-cost loans from alternative lenders, they are often faced with terms and conditions that may be more than they can afford. Turning to a high-cost loan or other product could potentially leave the borrower trapped in an endless cycle of debt payments, plunging them further into poverty. A new regulatory framework will provide stronger protections and safeguards, enabling British Columbians who use high-cost credit products to afford these types of products more readily and be better informed about borrowing money. This framework builds on previous changes, which introduced tougher rules on
conditions that are unfair, potentially harmful and expensive “hard sell” options, as well as enticements to enter into high-cost credit product agreements; ••require businesses that provide high-cost credit products to be licensed by Consumer Protection BC; and ••enable Consumer Protection BC to enforce the act’s amendments and future regulations. ••In addition, changes to the act, if passed, will further build on changes from 2018 to strengthen payday lending laws, with new changes that inpayday loans and cheque-cashing fees. clude prohibiting the sale of insurance on payday loans. To strengthen protections for consumers, the A new consumer financial education fund will be esproposed amendments to the Business Practablished under the act to enhance consumer financial tices and Consumer Protection Act include education throughout the province. The fund will be rules to: administered by Consumer Protection BC. ••create borrowers’ rights and remedies; Learn More: ••set limits on the total cost of borrowing; ••Borrowing Money website: ••prohibit certain fees and charges; www.gov.bc.ca/borrowing-money ••restrict the use of borrowers’ personal informa••Consumer Protection BC: tion; www.consumerprotectionbc.ca ••protect people from wage assignment, terms and
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Randy Rauck
in Development 2 kms from Lumby!
Did you miss out when this Licensed development sold out last year? Well now is your chance! Realtor This private, treed, flat 2.5 acre building lot with well and services (including high speed internet) is back on the market! $229,900. Follow the signs left up Birch road off text / call 250 307 7553 Mabel Lake Rd. website Rauck.ca MLS® Number: 10173720 email Randy@Rauck.ca
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250-547-2135 2143 Shuswap Ave, Lumby, BC Each office is independently owned and operated
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Vernon
Ashley Prenioslo
BEAT THE SPRING RUSH!
Way less competition for your home. ashleyprenioslo@remax.net Why not list now & get your The market is moving, home SOLD before the market becomes saturated with listings. are you?
(250) 309-3968
971 Mt. Begbie Dr. Lumby
MLS# 10173021 • $569,900
This 2342 sq foot home boasts great views, with 4 beds, 3 baths, an open concept floor plan, vaulted ceilings and there is suite potential. Book your showing today!
2246 Shuswap Ave, Lumby
MLS 10171920 • $369 000
This home has so much to offer! Move in ready this 3 beds, 1 bath (with room to add another bathroom) boasts a fully fenced and landscaped yard, possibly sub dividable, zoned R2 to allow for a duplex... so many possibilities! Call today to view
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