Nathan Randall

Maddie Joseph, a young black female dancer in a blue polka-dot dress performs on stage at the Star Talent Nanaimo Dance Competition. She is in a deep lunge, with one arm reaching gracefully upward and her head tilted back. Her long, dark hair flows behind her, and she wears frilly white socks. The stage backdrop features a geometric pattern with rainbow gradient lighting.

Dancers, Dreaming, and Original Joe’s

Maddie Joseph has been dancing since she was two years old. Now a full-time student, she’s coaching the VIU Dance Team, teaching at Harbour...

Bailey Bellosillo

Mar 14, 2025

A man with light skin, short dark hair, and a beard stands in the middle of a record store, smiling at the camera. He is wearing dark jeans and a dark hoodie with a palm tree design, layered under a gray knit cardigan with brown suede shoulder patches. His hands are casually tucked into his jean pockets. The background features shelves filled with CDs, vinyl records, and colorful posters, including psychedelic artwork and a tapestry with a circular pattern. A small sign on a record bin categorizes albums by condition, with labels reading "Green = Excellent," "Yellow = Good," and "White = Playable." The store has warm orange walls and a mix of bright and dim lighting.

Sound Heritage

Sound Heritage store owner Nathan Randall isn’t just selling music—he’s fostering community in a city that’s constantly...

Mar 12, 2025