Thursday, October 1, 2026

📰 News

The Orange Shirt Society has opened its first official retail kiosk at Aberdeen Mall. Founder Phyllis Webstad created the kiosk after years of unaffiliated companies selling merchandise using the society’s trademarked “Every Child Matters” phrase. Proceeds support the society, and the kiosk is expected to reopen as a full store in November. (CBC News)

Hundreds of people gathered Tuesday to “reclaim the land” at Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc. The rally followed Sunday’s reported white-nationalist gathering and centred the response on Secwépemc drums, songs, medicines, Elders and community presence. (CFJC Today)

Kamloops municipal candidates have outlined how they would approach public transit. The Wren’s comparison collects their positions on service, accessibility and the role transit should play as the city grows. (The Wren)

The Kamloops Storm and Merritt Centennials have created the Coquihalla Cup. The Junior A clubs will award the new trophy based on their six head-to-head games this season, with the teams hoping to build a stronger regional rivalry. (CFJC Today)

TRU goalkeeper Fieke Ursem has set a WolfPack record with eight career clean sheets. The sophomore passed the previous Canada West-era record after posting her fourth shutout of the season in Saturday’s 1-0 win over Fraser Valley. (CFJC Today)

Western Canada Theatre is bringing Little Shop of Horrors to Sagebrush Theatre in October. The musical opens October 14 and runs through October 24, moving WCT’s usual musical slot earlier in the season for a Halloween fit. (CFJC Today)

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🚨 Safety

The Ontario man reported missing after passing through Kamloops has been found safe. RCMP confirmed the update Tuesday and removed Richard Grant’s photo and description for privacy. (KamloopsBCNow)

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📅 Events

The Kamloops Events directory has more options for the days ahead. Here are five that were not in the last two editions.

Writers Circle meets Thursday at the downtown Kamloops Library. The session covers formats, structure and markets for children’s books, with time for participants to develop their own ideas. (TNRL)

A Night for Freeride screens Friday at 6 p.m. at the Paramount Theatre. The Freehub event brings mountain-bike films and riders together for an evening devoted to freeride. (Kamloops Film Society)

Jazz Jam with Triology brings a family-friendly introduction to jazz to Kamloops Saturday. The Vancouver trio uses lively melodies and playful rhythms to introduce younger listeners to the music. (Kamloops Symphony)

Music at the Museum begins Saturday at 10 a.m. The weekly Kamloops Museum and Archives program uses music, movement and sensory play for children up to age five and their caregivers. (Kamloops Museum and Archives)

A free scams and fraud awareness session runs Saturday at the North Kamloops Library. The workshop covers practical ways to recognize common fraud and protect yourself. (TNRL)

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🛣️ Roads & Weather

☁️ Thursday should see increasing cloud with a high near 18°C. Thursday night stays cloudy with a low around 10°C, followed by another cloudy day near 19°C Friday. Saturday is expected to turn sunny with a high near 21°C. The latest AQHI reading was 2.5, in the low-risk range.

No major new highway closure was listed in the latest staging. The City’s maps and apps page has local traffic, construction and neighbourhood information.

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🎮 Daily Game

Worldle: identify the country or territory from its outline, then try the bonus geography rounds.