Category Archives: Kamloops and Area News
Twin Rivers Strengthfest in Kamloops set for this weekend
KAMLOOPS - Powerlifters, strongmen and arm wresters will be in the Tournament Capital this weekend as the Twin Rivers Strengthfest makes its return to Kamloops.Organizers say this year's event, at the...
Jul 10, 2026 (Image Credit: CFJC File photo)
Kamloops-area wildfire smoke warnings downgraded but risks still persist
KAMLOOPS - (UPDATE 12:30 p.m.): Air quality advisories have been lifted for the South Thompson, Shuswap, Nicola Valley and the Lillooet area.An orange level warning for the Lytton area has also been d...
Jul 10, 2026 A hazy Kamloops sky on July 9, 2026. (Image Credit: Kent Simmonds/CFJC Today)
Former Blazers captain Finnie named Red Wings Rookie of the Year
DETROIT - Former Kamloops Blazers captain Emmitt Finnie has been named the Detroit Red Wings Rookie of the Year.The 21-year-old Finnie played all 82 games in his debut NHL season and finished with 30 ...
Jul 10, 2026 (Image Credit: Detroit Red Wings)
Boston Bar residents look on as wildfire burns near small highway community
BOSTON BAR - Jagdip Singh Bihal says he's opening his highway-side restaurant in Boston Bar, B.C., earlier than usual to accommodate wildfire crews battling blazes near the small community. The Brunsw...
Jul 10, 2026
Signal adjustments coming to Desmond Road intersection as Tranquille sewer project proceeds
KAMLOOPS - The City of Kamloops will be adjusting the traffic signal timing at the intersection of Tranquille Road and Desmond Street, near the Brock Shopping Centre.The change follows feedback concer...
Jul 10, 2026 The intersection of Tranquille Road and Desmond Street near the Brock Shopping Centre in Kamloops.
Blazers sign 16-year-old Alaskan forward Evan Zachgo
KAMLOOPS - The Kamloops Blazers have signed 16-year-old American forward Evan Zachgo to a WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement.Zachgo, a native of Delta Junction, Alaska, was was listed by the te...
Jul 10, 2026 (Image Credit: Kamloops Blazers)
Kamloops Venom see path to TOJLL title despite inconsistent season
KAMLOOPS - First-year head coach Kordell Primus said an up-and-down season has potential to finish in Kamloops Venom glory. "Our group is very optimistic and feeling very confident going into playoffs...
Jul 09, 2026 KORDELL PRIMUS. (Image Credit: CFJC Today/Anthony Corea)
B.C. government says its data doesn't support Merritt RCMP claim of newcomers driving crime
MERRITT, B.C. - On Wednesday (July 8), we brought you the story of the Merritt RCMP raising the alarm about increasing crime in the Nicola Valley, directly tying the issue to provincially funded socia...
Jul 09, 2026 Merritt RCMP (Image Credit: CFJC Today)
Friend renews call for answers in Zafar homicide investigation
KAMLOOPS - Over half a year has gone by since Mohammad 'Ash' Zafar was found dead in his Kamloops townhouse. The homicide investigation remains without public updates, leaving friends still searching ...
Jul 09, 2026 Mohammad 'Ash' Zafar (right) taking a picture with his close friend Don Tecson (left). (Image Credit: Contributed / Don Tecson)
Kamloops invites candidates, voters to learn about council roles and responsibilities
KAMLOOPS - (UPDATE July 10): The City of Kamloops is hosting an information session next month geared at people interested in learning what its like to serve on city council ahead of the October munic...
Jul 09, 2026 (Image Credit: Jennifer Hanna / Contributed)
