Thursday, September 17, 2026

📰 News

The Citxw Nlaka’pamux Assembly has purchased an 853-acre ranch near Aspen Grove. The assembly says Windy Hills will support cultural revitalization, environmental stewardship, education, recreation and community gatherings while returning care of the land to Nlaka’pamux people. Financial details were not disclosed. (CFJC Today)

A Kamloops bridal beauty agency has closed after clients and contractors raised allegations of double-bookings, last-minute cancellations and unpaid debts. Cassidy Watt Artistry Collective owner Cassidy Watt cited health challenges and told CBC she is working to refund clients. Several former contractors say they are still owed money. (CBC News)

The Kamloops Christmas Market is warning prospective vendors about scam emails. Organizers say legitimate vendor messages come only from vendors@kamloopschristmasmarket.ca, while the fraudulent messages use similar-looking Gmail addresses and request payment. Anyone unsure about a message should contact the Kamloops Sports Council directly. (CFJC Today)

The BC SPCA is offering free pet microchipping in Kamloops on September 25. The clinic runs from 1 to 4 p.m. at 2816 Tranquille Road. Appointments are limited, and advance registration is encouraged. (Castanet)

Kamloops’ Gleaning Abundance Program turns unwanted backyard fruit into food for local households. When volunteers harvest a registered property, the produce is divided between the owner, volunteers and community donations. The Kamloops Food Policy Council says the program also keeps fallen fruit out of landfills and makes yards less attractive to wildlife. (CFJC Today)

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🏛️ What Changed

Kamloops-Shuswap-Central Rockies MP Mel Arnold has found a location for a new constituency office in the Valleyview area. Arnold says building modifications and permit requirements still need to be completed. He hopes the office will open in early fall after operating without a permanent Kamloops location for nearly a year and a half. (CFJC Today)

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🚨 Safety

A motorcyclist was seriously injured after leaving Highway 97 near Westwold and entering a ditch. Police said the rider was taken to hospital after the Wednesday morning crash. The highway remained open while emergency crews responded. (Castanet)

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📅 Events

The Kamloops Events directory has the full weekend ahead. Here are five options from Thursday through Saturday that were not in Wednesday’s picks.

UNMUTED comes to Sandman Centre Thursday. The event introduces letterboard communication and shows attendees how communication regulation partners can support non-speaking people. (Eventbrite)

The Summer Stoke Series returns to Sun Peaks Friday from 5 to 7 p.m. The pump-track racing event celebrates local bike culture while raising money for community causes. (Sun Peaks Resort)

International Observe the Moon Night begins Saturday at 7 p.m. at the TRU Observatory. Visitors can view the moon through the observatory’s telescopes, weather permitting. (TRU)

The Kamloops Blazers host Victoria Saturday at 6 p.m. at Sandman Centre. It is the first listed home game of the WHL regular season. (Kamloops Blazers)

The Met Opera Pre-Season Gala begins Saturday at 6:15 p.m. at the Paramount Theatre. The Kamloops Film Society is launching its new season of Met Opera screenings. (Kamloops Film Society)

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🛣️ Roads & Weather

☀️ Thursday should be sunny with a high near 26°C. Friday is expected to stay sunny and reach 26°C, with another sunny day near 25°C on Saturday. The latest AQHI reading was 2.7, in the low-risk range.

Falling rock remains listed along Highway 1 between Des Fosses Road and Monte Creek Junction. DriveBC also lists weekday gravel hauling on Highway 5 between Edwards Road and River Heights Drive through Friday afternoon.

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🎮 Daily Game

Box Office Game: identify a movie from its box-office run and a few clues.