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ArmchairMayor.ca is a forum about Kamloops and the world. It has more than one million views. Mel Rothenburger is the former Editor of The Daily News in Kamloops, B.C. (retiring in 2012), and past mayor of Kamloops (1999-2005). At ArmchairMayor.ca he is the publisher, editor, news editor, city editor, reporter, webmaster, and just about anything else you can think of. He is grateful for the contributions of several local columnists. This blog doesn't require a subscription but gratefully accepts donations to help defray costs.

TRUMP LOGIC – Canada considering offer to join U.S. as 51st state for free Golden Dome coverage

May 27, 2025 // 1 Comment

COMMUNITY – Heffley Creek Hall just got cooler – literally

May 26, 2025 // 0 Comments

Since its construction in 1972, the Heffley Creek Hall has served as the heart of the community. It’s nearly impossible to find someone in Kamloops who hasn’t attended an [Continue]

LETTER – Providing help for homeless is hardly a ‘concentration camp’

May 26, 2025 // 5 Comments

I have to admit; I am a bit confused. When a photo shows one thing and the drivel from an elected person points to an opposing mindset, which one should we believe? Please [Continue]

BUSINESS BEAT – The last big question about the Hudson’s Bay situation

May 26, 2025 // 0 Comments

The last big question related to the Hudson’s Bay demise, a worrisome signal from Canada’s construction sector, and how Donald Trump is manipulating the stock [Continue]

BUSINESS BEAT – Positive economic news heading into the weekend

May 23, 2025 // 0 Comments

Hey big spender – positive economic news to take us into the weekend, a new Trump worry for Canadians, another mail strike on hold, and why Vancouver is about to get [Continue]

BUSINESS BEAT – Strike by Canada Post workers getting closer

May 22, 2025 // 0 Comments

The very latest on a threatened mail strike, earnings season begins with a bang in the banking sector, not the best news on the job front, and more backtracking from [Continue]

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