Kevin Mills

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Editor at Mission City Record

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Gun spotted lying on the road in downtown Mission

3 weeks ago | missioncityrecord.com | Kevin Mills

A handgun was seen lying on the side of the road in downtown Mission on Friday (June 6) morning. An eagle-eyed driver spotted the weapon as they drove along First Avenue at approximately 8:30 a.m. The driver, who could not tell whether the gun was real or fake, pulled over and called the Mission RCMP. When police arrived, it was determined to be a “realistic looking” BB gun. The officer took the gun and morning traffic returned to normal.
PHOTOS: Hatzic Middle School hosts third annual powwow

3 weeks ago | missioncityrecord.com | Kevin Mills

Home Community The event has continued to grow each year Hatzic Middle School hosted its third annual powwow on Friday (May 30). The event, which has grown each year, featured two sessions, one in the morning and the other in the afternoon. This year’s event included students from other schools as well as elders from the community. Dancing, drumming and other activities took place during the day.
Wellness fair introduces many Mission seniors to activity centre

3 weeks ago | missioncityrecord.com | Kevin Mills

B.C. Seniors Week runs from June 1-7 and the Mission Seniors Centre Association will be hosting its annual Older Adult Wellness Fair as part of the celebration. The event takes place on June 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Boswyk Seniors Activity Centre, located at 7682 Grand St. in Mission. “The adult wellness fair is our main event,” said Gordon Dainard, treasurer of the Mission Seniors Centre Association.
Mission City Farmers Market opens for a new season

1 month ago | missioncityrecord.com | Kevin Mills

The market is officially open for another season. The Mission City Farmers Market held its grand opening celebration on Saturday, May 3 at Centennial Park. A local tradition nearly three decades in the making, the market is more than just a place to shop, according to a press release, it's where the community gathers to celebrate fresh, local, and handmade.
Despite an abundance of listings, spring home sales remain sluggish

1 month ago | missioncityrecord.com | Kevin Mills

Home buyers in the Fraser Valley are enjoying a selection of homes for sale not seen in more than a decade, according to a news release from the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board (FVREB). According to the release, a growing inventory of more than 10,000 active listings means, in many cases, that buyers have time, selection and price negotiation on their side.
UPDATE: Derelict Queen of Sidney ferry goes up in flames on Fraser River in Mission

1 month ago | vernonmorningstar.com | Kevin Mills

An early-morning fire on the water in Mission has caused the City of Mission to activate its Emergency Operations Centre. The derelict BC Ferry (Queen of Sidney) is on fire on the Fraser River. The fire happened around 2 a.m. on Saturday, May 3 and a large plume of smoke could be seen coming from the vessel. Residents in the nearby area (Chester Street to 287 Street/South of Lougheed Highway) were advised to shelter in place to minimize exposure to any hazardous emissions.
PHOTOS: Mission Hospice Gala features Wizard Of Oz theme

2 months ago | missioncityrecord.com | Kevin Mills

Click your ruby slippers together and say “There’s no place like the hospice gala.” The Wizard of Oz was the theme for the 20th annual Mission Hospice Society Gala Celebration on Saturday (April 26) evening. The event is the biggest fundraiser of the year for the local organization. Attendees definitely got into the spirit of things, dressing up as Munchkins (the Lollipop Guild to be specific) witches, lions, tin men and even a twister.
55 years of volunteering in Mission

2 months ago | missioncityrecord.com | Kevin Mills

If you are walking in downtown Mission and stop at the Mission Health Care Auxiliary’s Cottage Thrift Store, chances are you will run into Marcella Cividino. The 88-year-old has been volunteering with the Auxiliary for the past 55 years. But her story doesn’t begin there. Originally from Italy, Marcella came to Canada in 1958 after she met Dominico Cividino. She married him after only two months together and the marriage lasted 58 years.
Artists announced for 2025 Mission Folk Music Festival

2 months ago | missioncityrecord.com | Kevin Mills

There is a stellar lineup of talent coming to the 2025 Mission Folk Music Festival. Last week, organizers announced this year’s lineup of local, Canadian and international music artists and groups slated to perform at the 38th annual festival. The event is slated for Friday July 25 to Sunday, July 27 at Fraser River Heritage Park. This year’s festival will offer a diverse roster of groups performing a range of musical genres, both traditional and contemporary.
COLUMN: Trees, gongs and an ’80s-themed market

Jul 28, 2023 | missioncityrecord.com | Kevin Mills

“If you want to find the secrets of the universe, think in terms of energy, frequency and vibration.” – Nikola Tesla“Everything in life is vibration.” – Albert EinsteinEnsuring Mission is a stop for community engaged, creative practitioners and experiences that are touring BC is not only a top priority for our growing Culture division, it’s also one of the most fun and rewarding parts of our work.