WBN News Okanagan

The fields we walk in today were seeded by hands we may never know, sacrifices we may never fully appreciate, and acts of hope made when no outcome was guaranteed.

No matter how powerful a seed is, no matter how resilient, how carefully chosen, how full of promise, it cannot grow in the wrong soil.

Peachland’s spring festivals and markets give small businesses powerful opportunities to launch, grow, and connect with both locals and tourists.

In my work across coaching, publishing, and human development, I’ve seen time and again that the most transformational acts of leadership often go unseen, uncelebrated, and unrewarded in the moment.

In an inspiring display of cross-border solidarity, wineries in Washington state have stepped up to support British Columbia’s wine industry following a catastrophic freeze that wiped out approximately 90% of the province’s grape crop in January 2024. Let's talk about it.

Bliss Bakery in Peachland offers house-made pastries, artisan coffee, and lakefront views—making it a favorite for locals and a standout for visitors.

In indigenous agriculture, there is a teaching whispered from one season to the next: “Of the seeds you sow, one must not be for you.”

Peachland's booming tourism scene is fueling a surge in real estate investment. With wineries, lakefront beauty, and growing demand, it's a lifestyle-driven market on the rise.