Mike McDonald
Mike was born and raised in Kamloops and continues to make the Tournament Capital his home. He received his degree in Journalism from Thompson Rivers University and before joining the InfoTel team was a radio news anchor and reporter. Mike's passions include local sports, arts, and culture, and he has a keen interest in all things Kamloops and what matters most to the city's residents. If you have news tips or stories ideas, e-mail Mike at mmcdonald@infonews.ca.
Juicy ribs and classic cars should have downtown Kamloops bustling this weekend
KAMLOOPS – If you've been stuck inside and hiding from the smoke that has been…
Ribfest organizers hope to provide a welcome distraction for evacuees, Kamloops residents this weekend
KAMLOOPS – Even though the smoky haze covering Kamloops continues to linger, one of the…
Last chance to sound off on the proposed Ajax mine project
KAMLOOPS – Kamloops and area residents have one final chance to make their opinions known…
Blazers relocate hockey school and training camp due to wildfire evacuees at Sandman Centre
KAMLOOPS – With hundreds of wildfire evacuees still taking refuge in Sandman Centre the club…
Kamloops couple hopes massive solar power system inspires others to find alternative energy
KAMLOOPS – After installing the largest sun tracking solar panel in B.C. on their farm…
Kamloops seniors struggling more than most in dealing with the smoke that blankets the city
KAMLOOPS – Like many demographics in Kamloops, seniors have seen many of their normal summer…
Westwold man wants you to know the dangers of heading into the bush
KAMLOOPS – Gordie Pringle, 59, has been standing on Pinaus Lake Road in nearby Westwold…
Bees and the Bare Bones are ready for the big stage at Rockin’ River, with a little help from their friends
KAMLOOPS – Madison Olds, 19, and Abby Wale, 20, were hoping to play under a…
VIDEO: Olynyk of Kamloops is featured by his new NBA team
KAMLOOPS – The Miami Heat have released two videos highlighting Kamloops born player Kelly Olynyk,…
A word of warning for evacuees before making major purchases to replace losses from fires
KAMLOOPS – Amidst all the chaos and confusion that comes with being evacuated is the…
Kamloops golf is taking a hit due to wildfire smoke
KAMLOOPS – If you have a hard enough time finding your golf ball on a…
Elephant Hill fire evacuees invited to information meeting
KAMLOOPS – Representatives from several government agencies will be on hand to answer questions and…
The City of Kamloops is looking for the solution to a cute, fuzzy, and rapidly reproducing problem
KAMLOOPS – If you have taken a stroll through McArthur Island Park or Riverside Park…
Growth of same-sex marriage in Canada more practicality than principle
SURREY, B.C. – Laura and Jen O'Connor got married for all the romantic, fairy-tale reasons:…
B.C. court orders insurance firm to pay for man’s emergency surgery in U.S.
VICTORIA – An insurance company that refused to pay for a British Columbia man's emergency…