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Coming up: TBP Bowling Mixer & Tournament - August in Murrieta! on the Murrieta Patch calendar

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Good morning to you Murrieta! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Murrieta's city manager earns major 2026 national leadership honor
  • How did Murrieta-born Olivia Rodrigo become a global pop powerhouse?

Also on today's calendar: TBP Bowling Mixer & Tournament - August in Murrieta! and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did one strawberry say to the other strawberry? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny and hot, with a high of 103 and low of 66 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: Hot with lots of sun, temps: high: 104, low: 70.
  • Thursday: Partly sunny and hot, with a high of 105 and low of 70 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Murrieta's Justin Clifton Named 2026 City Manager Of The Year By Government Business Review Magazine (patch.com) — Murrieta residents are seeing their city's leadership recognized as City Manager Justin Clifton is honored as 2026 City Manager of the Year by Government Business Review Magazine. City officials credit his work on economic development, infrastructure, public safety, and homelessness services, while Clifton emphasizes the dedication of Murrieta's entire municipal team.
   

• Who Is Olivia Rodrigo? Age, Career, Songs & Net Worth (thebulletintime.com) — Murrieta gets a hometown shout-out as the birthplace of pop star Olivia Rodrigo, who grew up in nearby Temecula before Disney roles and "drivers license" launched her global career. The profile walks through her albums SOUR, GUTS, and her 2026 release, details her philanthropy for women and girls, and explains how her tours and brand deals fuel a multimillion-dollar net worth.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Anyone missing this beautiful girl??
    She was found on Springhaven and we have been walking all around asking where she lives (Nextdoor Fallsgrove)
  • If you're looking for a furry friend now is the time to adopt.
    All these babies are at San Bernardino animal shelter. I was there today picking up and transporting for a rescue. (Nextdoor Clinton Keith/Nutmeg)
  • MyJobsCorner posted a job opening for Materials Clerk Jobs: Hiring Immediately! Full Time / Part Time - $18-$36/Hr in Murrieta. Apply here.
  • Denny's Corporation posted a job opening for Restaurant Manager - Franchise - Franchise in Murrieta. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Murrieta here.

🗞 Nearby News

Wildomar

  • A Regional Lowe's And Menards Rival Filed For Chapter 11 Bankruptcy (moneydigest.com)

Temecula

  • Bark & Mane of Temecula - Temecula, CA Patch (patch.com)

Lake Elsinore

  • Stifling Hot Nights Ahead: This Week's Heat Wave Could Shatter Overnight Records Across Riverside County (patch.com)
  • Fire Destroys Single-Family Home In Lakeland Village (patch.com)

Ok Murrieta! 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: If you weren't so sweet, we wouldn't be in this jam! (Thank you Patti F. for sending it in!)
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