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Officers on patrol over May long weekend
British Columbia’s natural resource officers, park rangers and conservation officers will be busy over the Victoria Day long weekend helping residents and visitors enjoy a safe and peaceful holiday. RCMP detachment manpower around the region is also, traditionally, beefed up … > Read More
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You bought that in the US, eh?
Construction Questions By Menno Dueck Building and renovating can be a costly venture. Is cross border shopping a good way to save some money? Here’s a little story that might convince you it’s a good thing to keep your cash … > Read More
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Tips for establishing an effective bedtime routine for your children
By Joshua Lockhart I am noticing a trend with some of the parents I am seeing in my office. A lot of them report that the day starts well with their children, but by the end of the day there … > Read More
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Nature’s eventual course
By Larry Halverson/Friends of Kootenay One of the best examples of an Oxbow on the Columbia River can be seen from the viewpoints on the Mile Hill at Radium Hot Springs. Oxbows are formed when a river creates a meander … > Read More
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Fifth annual DnS 5K
Approximately 25 participants took part in the Kootenay Orienteers and Trail Runners’ fifth annual DnS 5K run along the Mark Creek Trail in Marysville on Sunday, May 5. For more: Kimberley Orienteers and Trail Runners Photo courtesy Chris Newel Deadline … > Read More
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Western Financial president/CEO heading to Senate
Western Financial Group’s President and CEO Scott Tannas was appointed to the Canadian Senate by Prime Minister Stephen Harper on March 25. The company that purchased the naming rights to the formerly named Cranbrook Rec-Plex (now Western Financial Place, home of the … > Read More
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Into Darkness will sate Trekkies and genre newbies
Movie Reviews By Lynne Martin STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS (2013) starring Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, and Zoe Saldana is the 12th installment in this very popular science fiction franchise. A sequel to the 2009 prequel titled STAR TREK, this newest … > Read More
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Obituary for Edward Daniel McKenzie “Ted”
Edward Daniel McKenzie “Ted” November 26, 1921 – May 12, 2013 Edward McKenzie passed away peacefully on May 12, 2013 at the East Kootenay Regional Hospital in Cranbrook at 91 years of age. Ted was born on a ranch in … > Read More
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Location, location, location with the Wapiti Music FestivalPosted: August 22, 2011
In one of the more perfect locations conceivable for a small, groovy gathering of musicians and music lovers, the first Wapiti Music Festival played out last weekend, August 19 and 20.
The setting was Fernie’s Annex Park, adjacent to its duck pond, with the serration of the Rockies looming beyond the Elk River-side tree line.
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- Who needs a band when there’s a rock and an open dance floor and a great, young imagination?
Early indications from some of the volunteers helping stage the event, blessed by sensational August-in-the-Rockies weather, with nary a cloud in the sky, about 800 people attended Friday evening’s festivities and a steady throng of people meandered in and around the festival grounds on Saturday.
Acts performing Friday night included Big Bubba Tre, Mobina Galore, Shred Kelly, Erin Frances and Michael Bernard Fitzgerald.
And Saturday’s chubby line-up included Jesse Dee and Jacquie B, Ben Sures, Sun Wizard, Deon Blyan, The Matinee (pictured performing), Erin Frances, Library Voices, Devon, Said the Whale, DJ Enjoy, Elliott BROOD and Yukon Blonde.
The idyllic setting, aided on immeasurably by the glorious weather and pleasant vibe at the festival, along with excellent musicianship made for an excellent outdoor music festival experience.
The festival was organized by The Fernie Music Festival Society, a non-profit society created solely for the purpose of putting on a music fest. Kudos to them and all the volunteers for helping create something that could become a another signature event in the region.
Ian Cobb/e-KNOW
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