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đŸŒ± Patch AM: Street‑racing crash kills Rancho Santa Margarita mom; brother now faces charges
Also check out RSM Cares "A Night in Monte Carlo" Help us feed our neighbors in need on the Rancho Santa Margarita Patch calendar
Good morning Rancho Santa Margarita! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Street‑racing crash kills Rancho Santa Margarita mom; brother now faces charges
- Escaped burglar tied to Rancho Santa Margarita break‑ins is jailed again
Also on today's calendar: RSM Cares "A Night in Monte Carlo" Help us feed our neighbors in need and 6 more events.
Today's riddle: What did the wall say to the other wall. 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Hot with lots of sun, with a high of 96 and low of 74 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Thursday: Hot with partial sunshine, temps: high: 96, low: 75.
- Friday: Mostly sunny and hot, with a high of 97 and low of 71 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Young Mom Killed In Street Racing Crash In Mission Viejo; Brother Arrested, Police Say (patch.com) — Two young adults from Rancho Santa Margarita were involved in a suspected street‑racing crash in Mission Viejo that killed 21‑year‑old Shalia Deciderio, a young mother, according to sheriff's officials. Deputies say her brother and another driver were both arrested on vehicular manslaughter charges after the late‑night collision at Los Alisos Boulevard and Mustang Run. Loved ones are now rallying support for her child and family. 
• Escapee Linked To Laguna Hills Burglary Crew Behind Bars Again (patch.com) — A convicted burglar tied to a regional break‑in ring that hit homes in Rancho Santa Margarita is back in custody after escaping a Northern California prison camp earlier this year. Authorities say he previously admitted to multiple felony burglaries across several counties, with victims describing lasting trauma and unrecovered valuables. Local deputies linked the crew to incidents from Laguna Hills to Newport Beach.
📸 Around Rancho Santa Margarita
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Rancho Santa Margarita
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- ASB Fundraiser - Kickoff
Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 - Back to School Night
Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 - Minimum Day
Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 - Rotation 6 - Minimum Day
Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 - Parent University: Navigating Intermediate School
Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
1:00 am - Back to School Night
Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
1:30 am - PTA - Welcome Back Movie Night (Field/Blacktop)
Melinda Heights Elementary Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
6:00 pm - Rotation 1 - PLC
Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 - RSM Cares "A Night in Monte Carlo" Help us feed our neighbors in need →
Celinda's, 29870 Santa Margarita Pkwy, Rancho Santa Margarita
9:00 am
Thursday August 27
Friday August 28
Monday August 31
Sunday September 13
📣 Rancho Santa Margarita Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Music Classes
Trabuco Elementary Trabuco Canyon, CA 92678
8:10 am - Flag Deck #1
Bonita Canyon Elementary Irvine, CA 92603
8:15 am - City Council Meeting →
City of Rancho Santa Margarita - CIty Council City Council Chambers - 22112 El Paseo Rancho Santa Margar
7:00 pm - ASB Fundraiser - Kickoff
Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Wednesday August 26
Thursday August 27
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- We have a leak somewhere and it's coming out under the tiles on our front patio.
Think we need a plumber to check out pipes from house. Maybe have a good plumber? (Nextdoor Tijeras Creek)
- Chipotle Mexican Grill posted a job opening for Crew Member in Rancho Santa Margarita. Apply here.
- Manna Development Group, LLC posted a job opening for Team Member in Rancho Santa Margarita. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Rancho Santa Margarita here.
🗞 Nearby News
Mission Viejo
- Extreme heat expected across Orange County this week (ocde.us)
Lake Forest
- First Call: Asante Samuel Sr. critical of Joey Porter Jr.'s contract strategy; ex-Steelers WR retires (triblive.com)
- When removing linoleum (dailypress.net)
Laguna Hills
- Dan Albano reacts to the biggest surprises from Week 0 in football (ocregister.com)
- CEO - Train with Dave Forbes Business Council (forbes.com)
Ok Rancho Santa Margarita! 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: Meet me at the corner. (Thank you Earlene M. for sending it in!)
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