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In today's newsletter:

  • Palm Desert's jobless rate jumps—see how it compares countywide
  • How Palm Desert plans to bring 800 unlicensed businesses into compliance

Also on today's calendar: Speed Dating THIS WEEKEND - Cat City - Ages 55+ and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the Buffalo say when his son left? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Near-record temperatures, with a high of 116 and low of 84 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Monday: Mostly sunny and very hot, temps: high: 115, low: 90.
  • Tuesday: Record-tying temperatures, with a high of 117 and low of 92 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Riverside County's jobless rate rises in July (kesq.com) — Palm Desert's unemployment rate reached 7.6% in July, higher than the overall Riverside County average of 5.9%, according to new state data. The report shows job losses in public, agricultural and construction sectors, while health care, finance, tech and warehousing added positions across the region.
   

• 🌄 The week that was for Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026 (cvreporter.com) — Palm Desert readers should know the city is rolling out a phased commercial compliance program after councilmembers backed efforts to bring roughly 800 unlicensed businesses into compliance, especially along El Paseo and Highway 111. This weekly Coachella Valley roundup also highlights major moves in Palm Springs cannabis rules, Indio's Citrus Ranch extension, and local park priorities.
   

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Other local events
    Tuesday August 25
  • Lunch & Learn Summer Series - Scam & Fraud Awareness & Prevention for Businesses
    Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce Giuseppes Restaurant and Pizzeria on Shadow Ridge Road 9002 Shadow Ridge Rd, Palm Desert, CA 92211
    11:00 am
    • Wednesday August 26
  • Back to School Night (Gr. 2-3)
    Ronald Reagan Elementary Palm Desert, CA 92211
    5:00 pm
    • Thursday August 27
  • Profit Connection Lunch
    Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce Palm Desert Area Chamber 72559 Hwy 111, Palm Desert
    11:30 am
  • Back to School Night (Gr. 4-5)
    Ronald Reagan Elementary Palm Desert, CA 92211
    5:00 pm
    • Friday August 28
  • Gretchen Wilson
    Palm Desert Community Events Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage, 32250 Bob Hope Dr., Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270, United States
    8:00 pm
    • Saturday September 5
  • Star Party at the Monument →
    Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center, 51-500 CA-74, Palm Desert
    7:00 pm
    • Saturday September 12
  • Retro 5K (Stroller/Dog/Beginner Friendly Fun Run!) | Temecula. CA →
    Relentless Brewing Company, 42030 Avenida Alvarado, Temecula
    8:00 am
  • Star Party in the Mountains →
    Sawmill Trailhead Parking Lot, Pinyon Pines, CA
    7:00 pm
  • Magnificat Our Lady's Desert Roses Prayer Meal with Yvonne Duffy →
    Woodhaven Country Club, 41555 Woodhaven Dr E, Palm Desert
    9:00 pm

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🪧 Patch Classifieds

  • Non-Surgical Treatment for Knee Pain Explained By Dr. Pushpinder Sivia On TV News
    Vascular surgeon Dr. Pushpinder Sivia of Empire Vein & Vascular Specialists describes the benefits of the GAE treatment for osteoarthritis of the... (More info)
  • One ticket for sale to see Public Image Ltd. former Sex Pistols Pappy and Harriet's
    I have one ticket for sale to see Pubic Image Ltd. at Pappy and Harriets on September 3rd 5:30 PM call dave 951.347.0728 (More info)

💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Today's Observation
    We got out for a morning walk before the real heat arrived today, and I found myself noticing something I normally just walk past. In the desert, a… (Nextdoor Gallery)
  • Neighbors, friends, what is everyone looking forward to this weekend (besides not melting)?
    On a side note, I realize this might be asking too much these days, but does anyone have recommendations for a quality meal, $30, with tip? I choose… (Nextdoor Regent)
  • Equity Lifestyle Properties, Inc. posted a job opening for Housekeeper in Palm Desert. Apply here.
  • Bank of America posted a job opening for Relationship Banker in Palm Desert. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Palm Desert here.

🗞 Nearby News

Indian Wells

  • Indian Wells Residents To Vote On Update To Event-Admission Tax Ordinance (patch.com)
  • Pacific Union Conference Elects New Officers at 32nd Constituency Session (nadadventist.org)
  • Tesla feature at the center of nearly 3 million-vehicle recall (nypost.com)

Rancho Mirage

  • Friday Night Hero is back! Vote for your top player of the week now (desertsun.com)
  • Rancho Mirage Library & Observatory: TedxRancho Mirage (kesq.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bison! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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