Community Corner
🌱 How busy was Hemet police in August? Here are the numbers.
You won't want to miss The History Of Jack Rabbit Trail on the Hemet Patch calendar
Coffee in hand, Hemet? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- How busy was Hemet police in August? Here are the numbers.
- What did Hemet council quietly approve on fees, police, and cannabis?
- See what's inside Hemet's brand-new McSweeny Farms Community Park.
Also on today's calendar: The History Of Jack Rabbit Trail and 2 more events.
And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Marci R.!
Today's riddle: What do you get when you cross an angry cow with an angry sheep? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Thursday: Sunshine and hot, with a high of 101 and low of 69 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Friday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 98, low: 65.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 91 and low of 61 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Hemet Police Department releases August crime statistics (canyonlakeinsider.com) — Hemet's police department is urging residents to stay alert while sharing August crime and enforcement numbers, including 7,019 calls for service and 424 arrests. Officers also made numerous traffic stops, DUI and drug arrests, and used drones in 178 operations, with priority calls answered in under five minutes. 
2. How They Voted: Hemet introduces SKR fees 4-1; fleet passes 5-0 (hsjchronicle.com) — Hemet residents just saw their City Council advance new SKR habitat mitigation fees and approve nearly $1 million for 12 new police vehicles and other public-safety gear. The meeting also greenlit a $100,000 grant for Dugout Froyo and adopted an urgency cannabis-permit ordinance, all on votes that could shape local development, policing, and business support.
3. McSweeny Farms Community Park opens in Hemet (pressenterprise.com) — Hemet residents now have a new 7-acre community park at McSweeny Farms, featuring public walking and equestrian trail connections, pickleball and basketball courts, and picnic areas. Most amenities are open to everyone, expanding local options for recreation, gatherings, and outdoor time close to home.
4. These are the 2027 National Merit Scholarship semifinalists in the Inland Empire (sbsun.com) — Hemet's Western Center Academy is among the Inland Empire schools celebrating students named 2027 National Merit Scholarship semifinalists, a distinction earned by fewer than 1% of U.S. seniors. These high-achieving juniors advanced through PSAT scores and now compete for a share of about $24 million in scholarships to be awarded next spring.
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Hemet
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★ Featured events ★
- The History Of Jack Rabbit Trail →
Beaumont Woman's Club Community Center, 306 E 6th St, Beaumont
6:30 pm - Retro 5K (Stroller/Dog/Beginner Friendly Fun Run!) | Temecula. CA →
Relentless Brewing Company, 42030 Avenida Alvarado, Temecula
8:00 am
Thursday September 10
Saturday September 12
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Other local events
- Weekly Golf Fundraiser - Valley Community Pantry
Hemet San Jacinto Chamber of Commerce Golden Era Golf Course 19871 Gilmore Springs Road San Jacinto, CA 92583
8:00 am - Friday Morning Fuel
Hemet San Jacinto Chamber of Commerce 615 N San Jacinto St #3101, Hemet, CA 92543
9:00 am - SAT 9/12/2026 Ultra MODE at Hemet Theatre, Hemet, CA! →
Historic Hemet Theatre, 216 E Florida Ave, Hemet
6:00 pm
Friday September 11
Saturday September 12
🗓 Events Nearby
- THS Water Polo Boys Varsity @ Liberty HS
Helen Hunt Jackson College Prep High School & Family Tree Learning Center Liberty High School, 32255 Leon Rd, Winchester, CA 92596, USA
4:00 pm - THS Water Polo Boys JV @ Liberty HS
Helen Hunt Jackson College Prep High School & Family Tree Learning Center Liberty High School, 32255 Leon Rd, Winchester, CA 92596, USA
5:00 pm - Board Meeting
San Jacinto Unified District Office, 2045 S. San Jacinto Ave, San Jacinto CA 92583
6:00 pm - THS Football Boys Varsity vs. Rancho Mirage HS
Helen Hunt Jackson College Prep High School & Family Tree Learning Center Tahquitz High School, 4425 Titan Trail, Hemet, CA 92545, USA
7:00 pm - Varsity Football Game vs Chino Hills (Tiger Stadium)
San Jacinto Unified San Jacinto, CA 92583
7:30 pm - Homecoming Football Game vs. Chino Hills
San Jacinto High School , 500 Idyllwild Dr, San Jacinto, CA 9258
7:30 pm - MIN DAY ELEM & MIDDLE / SJHS EARLY RELEASE
San Jacinto Unified San Jacinto, CA 92583 - Estudillo - Read to Fly Event
Jose Antonio Estudillo Elementary San Jacinto, CA 92583
7:45 am - AFJROTC Patriot Day Ceremony
San Jacinto High School , 500 Idyllwild Dr, San Jacinto, CA 9258
8:30 am
Thursday September 10
Friday September 11
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🪧 Patch Classifieds
- Wildomar Car Show
Our Annual Wildomar Car Show is back and will take place this year on SEPTEMBER 19, 2026 from 10am-2pm! This annual event welcomes all in our... (More info)
💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- HEY YALL!
We are going to pull together a carpool for babies to get fixed. If you have taken in a stray and don't know what to do, we found a program in SD… (Nextdoor Mary Henley Park) - My experiences with the Hemet PD have always been positive since Mike Arellano became our Chief of Police.
The persons who have answered my calls to the station seem to be well trained and efficient in responding. When an officer is dispatched, I get a… (Nextdoor Seven Hills)
- Jack In The Box posted a job opening for Restaurant Crew in Hemet. Apply here.
- SPECTRUM posted a job opening for Retail Store Manager in Hemet. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Hemet here.
Ok Hemet! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: An animal that's in a baaaaad mooood! (Thank you Lisa A. for sending it in!)
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