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A life of service: A mayor of two towns reflects

A life of service: A mayor of two towns reflects

Carman Graf led both Smithers and Telkwa in a political career spanning almost three decades
Commitment to community propels speed skater to competitive result

Commitment to community propels speed skater to competitive result

Sandy MacDonell competed in the Elfstedentocht, a 100 km race in Austria
Figure skating coach inspiring young skaters in Smithers

Figure skating coach inspiring young skaters in Smithers

Courtney Malkow is moving up in the coaching ranks
Smithers and District Chamber of Commerce turns 100

Smithers and District Chamber of Commerce turns 100

Century old organization continues to promote local economy
Scientists predict stellar year for viewing aurora in northwest B.C.

Scientists predict stellar year for viewing aurora in northwest B.C.

Professional photographer shares tips for capturing images of the northern lights
Matthew Monkman leaves behind a legacy as he retires from SD54

Matthew Monkman leaves behind a legacy as he retires from SD54

In his 40 years with the district, Matthew’s contribitutions include improving Indigenous relations, supporting technological shifts, and his signature “Monkman Gym” time
Ted Widen preserves local history through popular Facebook group

Ted Widen preserves local history through popular Facebook group

Born and raised in the Bulkley Valley, Ted Widen’s interest began by learning about his own family history
Anchors of the community: Meet Smithers’ GLAM girls

Anchors of the community: Meet Smithers’ GLAM girls

Gallery, library, archive, and museum (GLAM) services act as a hub for the Bulkley Valley.
Witsuwit’en linguist preserves legends for the public to enjoy

Witsuwit’en linguist preserves legends for the public to enjoy

Lillian Morris is transcribing oral Witsuwit’en legends so they are not lost to history
The man behind the little dojo that could

The man behind the little dojo that could