Saturday, October 3, 2026

📰 News

A BC Supreme Court judge has ordered Mayor Reid Hamer-Jackson to pay Coun. Katie Neustaeter’s full legal costs and $5,000 in damages after his defamation claims were dismissed. Neustaeter said the City will be reimbursed for the cost of her defence, which she estimated at more than $250,000. Hamer-Jackson said he is working on an appeal. (CFJC Today)

Tudor Village Laboratory will reopen Monday after being closed for more than two months because of water damage. The Summit Drive lab will resume weekday service from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., with walk-ins accepted until 2 p.m. Appointments can also be booked online or by phone. (CFJC Today)

The Kamloops Blazers host the Kelowna Rockets Saturday at 6 p.m. in their first home rematch since last spring’s playoff sweep. Kelowna eliminated Kamloops in four games, giving the early-season B.C. Division matchup some extra weight. (CFJC Today)

A Kamloops woman plans to pay off her mortgage after winning $500,000 on Lotto 6/49’s Extra. The winning ticket for the September 19 draw was purchased through PlayNow. (KamloopsBCNow)

Pile burning at Harper Mountain Ski Hill may be visible over the next few months. BC Wildfire Service crews plan to burn 120 to 150 piles created through tree thinning, both to reduce fuels and provide training for ground crews. (BC Wildfire Service)

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🏛️ What Changed

Kamloops non-profits can apply for up to $30,000 through the City’s 2027 Social and Community Development Grants. Applications open Monday and close November 5. The grants support projects that address basic needs, reduce barriers, promote inclusion or fill gaps in local social services. (City of Kamloops)

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🚨 Safety

A Kamloops woman and her 11-year-old son were killed in a two-vehicle crash west of Chase Thursday afternoon. The other driver was taken to hospital with serious injuries. Police are asking anyone who witnessed the collision or recorded dash-camera footage on Highway 1 between 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. to contact Chase RCMP. (KamloopsBCNow)

Winter tires are once again required on the Coquihalla and many other provincial highways. The seasonal rules took effect October 1. Drivers should check that their tires have enough tread and the required winter designation before heading onto mountain routes. (CFJC Today)

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📅 Events

The Kamloops Events directory has more happening through the weekend and early next week. Here are five picks that were not in the last two editions.

The Kamloops Collectables Market brings more than 40 vendors to the Kamloops Seniors Community Centre Sunday. The market runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 730 Cottonwood Avenue. (Castanet)

A North Shore municipal candidates forum takes place Sunday. Candidates will discuss issues affecting the neighbourhood ahead of the October 17 election. (Event details)

Flicks for Food runs Sunday afternoon at the Paramount Theatre. The fundraiser includes screenings of Project Hail Mary at 2 p.m. and Zootopia 2 at 2:45 p.m. in support of the Kamloops Food Bank. (Kamloops Film Society)

The Painted Turtle Artisan Market runs Sunday. The autumn market brings local makers and shopping together in an outdoor setting. (Event details)

TRU and UNBC host a wildfire symposium from Monday through Wednesday. The three-day gathering focuses on wildfire research and brings together academic and professional perspectives. (TRU)

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🛣️ Roads & Weather

🌦️ Saturday brings periods of drizzle with a high near 21°C. Skies should clear overnight before a sunny Sunday near 23°C and another sunny day around 24°C Monday. The latest AQHI reading was 2, 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

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