This CNN.com story is a fascinating one! Here is a guy who claims to have never denied himself anything that he wanted but was able to donate millions of dollars to the education system in his home state. I certainly appreciated his candid response to how he did it by stating "investing his money wisely". I would say that he epitomizes what the old adage says "A ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on February 8, 2008
Well, I for one was shocked at the outcome of the Super Bowl game this past Sunday! Talk about a boring three quarters of football and a lucky throw/catch to seal the deal for the Giants. I admit I was cheering for the Pats more-so for their attempt at a 19-0 record than anything else. I think that Brady and his crew had an unbelievable season and all that people will remember ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on February 8, 2008
The undefeated New England Patriots aren't taking the only shot at history this weekend. There's a strong chance that this could be the most-watched Super Bowl ever... CBC.ca
This coming Sunday has all the hype and speculation that a TV network like Fox could hope for. Consider the fact that New England is undefeated and is facing a Giant's team from the largest sporting market in America ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on February 8, 2008
Big White Ski Resort has received over a foot of fresh powder in the last 12 hours. If you have never had the opportunity to ski or board in our "champagne powder", then come on out and see for yourself! This is an amazing time of year to visit and experience first hand what skiing in knee deep Okanagan powder is all about. With Big White and Silver Star being within easy driving ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on February 7, 2008
Last Updated: Thursday, January 31, 2008 | 11:09 AM ET CBC News
Economic activity in Canada inched ahead by 0.1 per cent in November, as growth remained modest through the autumn, Statistics Canada said Thursday.
Economists had been looking for growth of 0.2 per cent for the month.
The economy grew by 0.2 per cent in October, and by 0.1 per cent in September.
Service industry output rose by 0.2 ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on January 31, 2008
Tree impales snowmobilerby Kelly Hayes - Story: 36907Jan 29, 2008 / 6:00 am
Jamie Needham admits it was a sight he will never forget.
Needham of Kelowna and his friends had been snowmobiling in the Myra Canyon area Sunday and were headed home and came upon an unforgettable sight -- a small tree sticking through a man.
"It was almost like a joust, like a long tree that was sticking into ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on January 29, 2008
For those of us that remember a young man by the name of Grant DePatie then this Friday February 1,2008 is a welcome date. Grant was a gas station attendant in Maple Ridge,BC. During a "gas and dash" he tried to stop the thieves only to lose his life in the process. The fact that he was dragged to his death to save his employer from losing a handful of dollars is what is very sad. ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on January 28, 2008
Well, when I first read the news I have to admit I was quite upset. The thought of people being trapped in a burning building just was too horrific of a thought. Considering the 87 people that lost their lives in the 1980 MGM Grand fire, it was all too much to relive! Once I realized that it was mostly contained to the roof area I felt a whole lot better and then found myself ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on January 27, 2008
Recently, Kelowna's Gospel Mission has implemented a new club called 30K. This club essentially is a $30 a month sponsorship through Kelowna Gospel Mission to support the homeless through transitional housing and making it as affordable as possible. The need is definitely there and what a great way for the local Gospel Mission to celebrate its 30 year anniversary. From my point ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on January 25, 2008
Airport borrowing on agendaby Wayne Moore - Story: 36702Jan 21, 2008 / 7:00 am
Kelowna City Council is expected to approve the borrowing of more than $45 million for improvements at Kelowna International Airport when it meets Monday.
Council is being asked to approve the borrowing of the funds from the Municipal Finance Authority of B.C. as part of its Spring 2008 issue.
Kelowna Council passed ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on January 23, 2008