🌱 Patch AM: Mail Dumped On 15 Freeway Near Lake Elsinore; Items Turned Over To USPS: CHP

Spotted on the Lake Elsinore calendar: VIP Cross-Country Viewing Party

Disaster Relief Boxes Now Available For Inland Empire Residents: ALDI, Feeding America

The initiative to box shelf-stable food and supplies will ensure that help is readily available in the Inland Empire during a crisis.

🌱 Patch AM: The "Witching Hour!" Radio Play! Halloween Play Reads - 4 UNIQUE SHOWS! and 11 more events

Coming up on the Lake Elsinore Patch calendar: VIP Cross-Country Viewing Party

🌱 Patch AM: The "Witching Hour!" Radio Play! Halloween Play Reads - 4 UNIQUE SHOWS! and 13 more events

Coming up on the Lake Elsinore Patch calendar: Halloween Party

🌱 Patch AM: Menifee council candidate’s Lake Elsinore address sparks felony fraud case

Be sure to catch The "Witching Hour!" Radio Play! Halloween Play Reads - 4 UNIQUE SHOWS! on the Lake Elsinore Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Why a Menifee candidate’s alleged Lake Elsinore address now matters.

Happening soon: The "Witching Hour!" Radio Play! Halloween Play Reads - 4 UNIQUE SHOWS! on the Lake Elsinore Patch calendar

West Nile Virus Concerns In RivCo Leads To More Spraying In These Residential Areas

The treatment was planned amid mounting West Nile virus concerns and follows last week's postponement due to strong Santa Ana winds.

🌱 Patch AM: How safe is Lake Elsinore for cyclists compared with other cities?

Coming up: Jojoba Hills 300+ Sellers Yard Sale on the Lake Elsinore Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Wildomar Smoke Shop Arrest Followed Investigation Into Selling Kratom, Flavored Nicotine To Minors: RSO

Make time for Jojoba Hills 300+ Sellers Yard Sale on the Lake Elsinore Patch calendar

Lake Elsinore's Annual Halloween Baseball And Softball Classic Returns Oct. 23

The event offers residents an opportunity to enjoy an evening of baseball, softball and Halloween festivities at the local ballpark.

Americans Lost $20B To Online Crime: Check Your State’s Ranking

See which states lost the most, who’s most vulnerable, and how to protect yourself from becoming the next victim.

Wildomar Halloween Decorating Contest Accepting Entries

Judges will evaluate homes from Oct. 24 through Oct. 26, the city said.

Lake Elsinore Tractor Supply Co Store To Host Halloween Pet Photo Event Oct. 24

The first 25 participants will receive a free magnetic picture frame, the company said.

Wildomar Launches Clean-Up Voucher Program For Residents

Each household is allowed to use the service up to three times before the end of the year.

RivCo Fire Stations Open For Tours During 'Fire Prevention Week'

The theme will be "Plug in, power up, stay safe."

Wildomar Competing In 2026 MilVet Battle Of The Cities Challenge

Wildomar is one of several cities in southwest Riverside County that are participating in the competition.

VFW Post 1508 Long-Running Craft Fair Returns To Wildomar

Just in time for the holidays, the post's Auxiliary is hosting over 40 vendors selling handcrafted jewelry, gifts, baked goods and more.

Lake Elsinore's Annual 'Trunk Or Treat' Halloween Event Returns Oct. 10

Attendees of all ages were encouraged to wear costumes.

Oktoberfest Returns To Lake Elsinore's Launch Pointe Oct. 17

The event is free to attend and includes free parking, the city said.

5 Things To Do Around Lake Elsinore, Wildomar And Canyon Lake This Labor Day Weekend

Baseball, youth softball, live country music and a Polynesian-inspired celebration offer several ways to enjoy the long holiday weekend.

5 Things To Do Near Lake Elsinore This Weekend And Next Week

Live saxophone and guitar performances, a Mermaid Tea, a Canyon Lake cruise and Storm baseball are planned from Aug. 28 through Sept. 1.

Sun City Library Seeking Published Writers For 2026 Local Author Fair In Menifee

Sponsored by Friends of the Sun City Library, this year's Local Author Fair will take place Saturday, Oct. 10.

Fundraising Campaign Started For Family Of RivCo Woman Killed On 215 Freeway

The woman was pronounced dead at the scene less than 10 minutes after the crash.

March Field Air Museum, Local Airports, Celebrating National Aviation Day

Congress established Aug. 19 as National Aviation Day in 1939 to honor aeronautics pioneer Orville Wright.

Wildomar To Celebrate Its First Ever 'Spirit Week' Starting Aug. 24

The city said it is currently seeking businesses to participate in the event by offering special discounts, free items, and incentives.

Inflation Climbs In RivCo, Across IE: What Every Resident Should Know

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics showed that the Inland Empire's inflation rate has risen in these areas.

Menifee's Proposed Sports Park And Aquatic Center Clears Another Hurdle

The Menifee Valley Sports Park and Aquatic Center would be built near Briggs and Case roads, just south of Homeland.

5 Things To Do This Weekend In Lake Elsinore: Coffee In Wildomar, Lakeside Shopping, Skydive Elsinore

See Lake Elsinore and Wildomar from above and at these shops and stores this weekend.

MUSD Approves Design Firm For New Elementary School In Menifee

DLR Group will design Menifee Elementary School No. 16, which is expected to open in 2030.

Santa Rosa Academy In Menifee Unveils New State-Of-The-Art Facility

School officials said they hope the new theater will be used to also host community events in the future.

Plans In Place For 2026 National Night Out In Lake Elsinore

The 2026 National Night Out is Aug. 4.

Dream Center Of Lake Elsinore To Host 'Back To School Bash' Aug. 8

The organization also accepts donations, including backpacks, school supplies and shoes.

Lake Elsinore Celebrates Motown During Free Lakefront Concert

The free event kicks off at 6:30 p.m. at Launch Pointe.

Menifee PD To Give Away School Supplies At National Night Out Aug. 4

This year marks the fifth anniversary of the event in Menifee.

Wildomar Celebrates 18th Birthday With Special Event On July 18

The celebration will be held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Marna O'Brien Park.

RivCo 'Ham' Radio Enthusiasts Plan 24-Hour `Field Day' Saturday

This year's "Ham radio" relay is expected to be more intense following the major earthquakes on Wednesday that devastated Venezuela.

Pet Lodge at Old Town is Open For Business - Now Taking Reservations

Bringing luxury dog & cat boarding to Temecula

Juneteenth Celebration Draws Crowds At Diamond Stadium In Lake Elsinore

The Juneteenth celebration, presented by the local NAACP branch, returned for its second year at Diamond Stadium.

Lake Elsinore Launches Survey To Improve Diamond Stadium

The city said the survey is anonymous and takes about six to eight minutes to complete.

Bear Joins Yosemite Elopement Photo Shoot, RivCo Photographer Shares The Story

Ariel Smartt, a SoCal photographer, always wanted to see a bear while shooting in Yosemite. Her recent work would make Ansel Adams proud.

Wild-O-Market Space Returns Sunday In Wildomar: What To Know When You Go

The next Wild-O-Market is calling. Here's everything you need to know about the June 7 event of the season.

Juneteenth Celebration Returns To Diamond Stadium In Lake Elsinore June 19

Admission for adults is $8, and children ages 12 and younger are admitted for free.

Sidestepping holiday havoc (yes, it's possible)

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How to Pay for Energy Storage & Have Power During Outages

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What Oil & Gas Companies Don’t Want You to Know About Solar

Experts debunk 9 utility-fueled myths so you can make an informed decision about solar energy for your home.