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🌱 Where can La Quinta residents cool down during this brutal heat?

La Quinta, California Patch AM: a 5 min read

Morning La Quinta! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Where can La Quinta residents cool down during this brutal heat?
  • La Quinta-raised slugger is heading to UCLA’s outfield.
  • Remember when SilverRock and Homewood Suites were still taking shape?

Also on today's calendar: (Teen Art Class) Glass Lab and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the barn collapse? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Very warm with plenty of sun, with a high of 106 and low of 74 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: Plenty of sun, temps: high: 101, low: 67.
  • Sunday: Plenty of sun, with a high of 98 and low of 72 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Escape heat in Palm Springs area with these daytime cooling centers (bluewaterhealthyliving.com) — As dangerous triple‑digit heat bears down on the Coachella Valley, cities are expanding daytime cooling options, and La Quinta is included on the list of available centers. Palm Springs has already extended hours at its Access Center, and the piece outlines where vulnerable residents across the valley can escape the worst of the afternoon temperatures.
   

2. Junior college All-American outfielder Brandon Leon commits to UCLA (usatoday.com) — A standout local ballplayer who grew up in La Quinta, Brandon Leon, has committed to continue his baseball career at UCLA after an All‑American season at College of the Desert. The article tracks his comeback from injuries, his eye‑popping stats, and how he fits into the Bruins’ outfield plans.
   

3. Step back 20 years: See summer 2006 in the Palm Springs area (desertsun.com) — A nostalgic photo gallery looks back at summer 2006 around the Coachella Valley, including shots of the Hilton Homewood Suites rising at Miles and Washington and drainage work at SilverRock Resort in La Quinta. It’s a visual time capsule of construction, community events, and everyday life across nearby desert cities.
   

4. Building a home on a golf course tips, USA (e-architect.com) — If you’re eyeing a home near La Quinta Country Club, this guide explains how thoughtful design and location choices can boost both your daily enjoyment and long‑term resale value. It walks through safety, privacy, amenities, and course operations so you can better protect your investment on any California golf course.
   

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🪧 Patch Classifieds

  • Your Chronic Knee Pain May Be Osteoarthritis - How The "G.A.E." Treatment Can Help
    Arthritis is one of the most common and disabling chronic conditions in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and... (More info)

💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • This little guy was found in Stater Brothers parking lot today.
    No Chip. Anyone know him or who he belongs to? (Nextdoor The Cove)
  • Big Horn Sheep next to the sign Big Horn Sheep Area on Avenida Bermudas today at 11 am.
    This big guy and 3 climbing up at Calle Madrid (Nextdoor The Cove)
  • Desert Sands Unified School District posted a job opening for Palm Desert High School - Freshman Baseball Head Coach in La Quinta. Apply here.
  • Premium Retail Services, Inc. posted a job opening for Seasonal Walmart Merchandiser in La Quinta. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near La Quinta here.

Ok La Quinta! 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: It was un-stable. (Thank you Curt K. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in La Quinta

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Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.