Sunday, June 21, 2026

📰 News

Evacuation orders have expanded as the Saw Creek wildfire burns near Lytton. Castanet reports the fire was estimated at 600 hectares Saturday evening, with about 130 firefighting personnel assigned and evacuation orders remaining in effect for Klahkamich IR 17 and Kitzowitz IR 20. Radio NL, KamloopsBCNow and CFJC have also covered the fire’s rapid growth, Highway 1 impacts and evacuation orders. (Castanet · Radio NL · KamloopsBCNow · CFJC Today)

Kamloops staff are proposing more limits on where homeless encampments can be set up on public land. Castanet reports council will consider Parks and Public Lands Bylaw changes Tuesday that would add buffers around playgrounds, water parks, civic facilities and other areas, with staff citing public safety, infrastructure protection and wildfire risk. The item is on the June 23 council agenda. (Castanet · CivicWeb)

Secwépemc stewardship is shaping the future of the McAbee Fossil Beds. The Wren reports community-led trails, tours and a cultural centre are part of the vision for the internationally recognized site, combining cultural knowledge with paleontological research. (The Wren)

B.C.’s health minister says rural ER closures are easing in some Interior communities. Castanet reports Josie Osborne said emergency-room diversions are coming down year over year, though communities including Clearwater, Merritt, 100 Mile House, Oliver and Lillooet have continued to face staffing-related closures. (Castanet)

BC Wildlife Park is planning a 60th anniversary celebration. Castanet reports the park will mark 60 years on August 3, BC Bear Day, with special programming, a 10:30 a.m. ceremony, cake cutting and a new mascot reveal. (Castanet)

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📅 Events

Yoga & Wine with LJ is at Monte Creek Winery on Sunday, June 21. The Castanet listing says the class includes yoga and a winery setting for anyone looking for a slower weekend plan. (Castanet)

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🛣️ Roads & Weather

☀️ Sunday is expected to be mainly sunny with a high near 28°C, followed by a clear night around 14°C. Environment Canada calls for sunshine Monday near 30°C and a mix of sun and cloud Tuesday near 33°C, with AQHI in the low-risk range and sunset at 9:18 p.m.

🚧 Highway 1 utility work is planned Monday west of Kamloops. DriveBC says work at Rodeo Drive, about 11 kilometres west of Kamloops, is scheduled from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday, with the right lane closed and intermittent stoppages expected. (DriveBC)

🗺️ Local map pick: Parks and Trails. The City map lets you search parks by name or amenity and see bike routes and trails around Kamloops.

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🎮 Daily Game

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