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In today's newsletter:
- Why a naked man was arrested near Two Bunch Palms Elementary
- See what's inside Desert Hot Springs' new $7.26 million police annex
- How Desert Hot Springs' water district just set a budgeting standard.
Also on today's calendar: Let's Do Lunch! at Desert Hot Springs Senior Center.
Today's riddle: Do you know what the two sides of a circle are? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Thursday: Sunny and warm, with a high of 99 and low of 78 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Friday: Warm with plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 100, low: 74.
- Saturday: Partly sunny and warm, with a high of 98 and low of 75 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Naked Man Found Loitering At Elementary School During Class Sessions: DHS Police (patch.com) — Police say a 47-year-old Desert Hot Springs man was arrested Tuesday after allegedly loitering naked near Two Bunch Palms Elementary School, though he never entered campus or contacted students. Officers found him by a dumpster using a drone, and investigators suspect substance abuse played a role. He faces school-related misdemeanor allegations and a prior narcotics warrant. 
• Desert Hot Springs Police Open $7.26 Million Annex After 14-Year Wait (nbcpalmsprings.com) — Desert Hot Springs police have moved into a new $7.26 million annex on Pierson Boulevard, giving officers and detectives long-needed permanent space after 14 years in temporary quarters. The project, funded by bonds, federal relief, and development fees, comes as the city plans to grow its force from 33 to 45 officers. Officials say it's part of a broader public safety campus vision.
• MSWD Earns Coveted Budget Award (ukenreport.com) — Mission Springs Water District in Desert Hot Springs has again earned the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award, marking its fourth consecutive win for clear, effective financial planning. The district also received special recognition for its strategic goals, highlighting a strong link between long-term priorities, budgeting, and service to local residents.
📸 Around Desert Hot Springs
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Desert Hot Springs
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★ Featured events ★
- 10,000 Maniacs →
Plaza Theatre, 128 S Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs
7:00 pm
Sunday October 18
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Other local events
- Let's Do Lunch! at Desert Hot Springs Senior Center →
Desert Hot Springs Senior Center, 11777 West Drive, Desert Hot Springs
12:00 pm - Desert Hot Springs State of the City, Business Awards and Expo 2026 →
Desert Hot Springs Recreation Center, 11-750 Cholla Drive, Desert Hot Springs
10:00 am
Tuesday October 13
Thursday October 15
📣 Desert Hot Springs Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Story Time / Hora de Cuentos →
Palm Springs CA
10:30 am - Carol's Kitchen - Lunch (Cabazon) →
Cabazon Community Center, 50390 Carmen Avenue, Cabazon
11:30 am - Yoga →
Palm Springs CA
2:00 pm - Volleyball, Girls FR @ Palm Desert - Girls Volleyball
Palm Springs High, 74910 Aztec Rd, Palm Desert
4:00 pm - Dance Mojave Youth →
Yucca Valley CA
4:30 pm - Teen Art Project →
Palm Springs CA
4:30 pm - Tennis, Girls JV @ Desert Hot Springs - Girls Tennis
Palm Springs High, 65850 Pierson Blvd, Desert Hot Springs
5:00 pm - Volleyball, Girls JV @ Palm Desert - Girls Volleyball
Palm Springs High, 74910 Aztec Rd, Palm Desert
5:30 pm - Tennis, Girls VR @ Desert Hot Springs - Girls Tennis
Palm Springs High, 65850 Pierson Blvd, Desert Hot Springs
6:05 pm
Thursday September 24
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Who wants a puppy I have 9 just want them to go to a great home, not to be bred or mistreated.
They are all new born Yes you will have to wait till they are old enough to leave the mother, I Just want them to have homes ready for them to go… (Nextdoor Cholla Gardens) - Lost dog at Wardman Park, Cactus and 8th.
No collar Wondering around the park. Tried to call animal control, no answer! (Nextdoor Mission Lakes West)
- Panda Restaurant Group posted a job opening for Cook (P1-1383468-1) in Cathedral City. Apply here.
- Ross Stores posted a job opening for Retail Associate in Cathedral City. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Desert Hot Springs here.
🗞 Nearby News
Cathedral City
- Cathedral City Fire Chief urges El Niño preparations now (kesq.com)
- Beyond a house flip: Property investor details effort to restore home in extreme condition (pigeon605.com)
- Forest Lawn Brings Día de los Muertos Traditions to Southern California (socalthrills.com)
Palm Springs
- Interior Design Hosts Latest re:Source In Palm Springs, California (interiordesign.net)
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The inside and the outside ! (Thank you James M. for sending it in!)
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