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Hello again San Clemente! We're bringing you the latest town highlights. Don't miss out, keep going! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How often San Clemente's free trolley runs today and this summer
  • How would Measure M reshape San Clemente's beaches and city budget?
  • Which October charity gala is coming to San Clemente this year?

Also on today's calendar: Open House tomorrow, 9/26. and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What are the two favorite words for a shark to hear? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Humid, with a high of 81 and low of 66 degrees.
  • Monday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 80, low: 61.
  • Tuesday: Sunny and pleasant, with a high of 78 and low of 66 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. San Clemente Free Daily Summer Trolley Guide Saturday September 26 2026 (southocbeaches.com) — San Clemente's free summer trolley is running today with frequent, ADA-accessible service on multiple color-coded lines connecting key spots like North Beach and the Pier. Service runs midday to late evening all weekend, and the city is urging residents to ride often so ridership stays strong enough to keep crucial grant funding and the trolley program going in future years.
   

2. San Clemente neighbors rally for ballot measure aimed at preserving coastline (nbclosangeles.com) — San Clemente residents will vote in November on Measure M, a proposed 1% sales tax for 10 years to fund beach restoration and wildfire prevention. With sand nearly gone in some areas and rail service repeatedly disrupted, supporters say the measure is crucial to protect the city's coastline, identity, and local economy as strong tides and erosion intensify.
   

3. October Orange County Events & Things to Do 2026 (modernluxury.com) — San Clemente will host Elephant Cooperation's whimsical Anti-Gala on Oct. 17 at 309 Calle de Los Molinos, part of a packed October calendar of charity galas, concerts, festivals and film events across Orange County. From fashion shows and wine festivals to mental health luncheons and major arts performances, residents can choose from many ways to give back and enjoy local culture.
   

4. Football roundup: San Clemente, Rancho Alamitos, Anaheim earn wins in Week 5 (fresnobee.com) — San Clemente High's football team improved to 5-0 with a dominant 42-13 road win over Murrieta Valley, powered by big nights from quarterback Preston Beck and running back Charlie Bunker. The Tritons now turn to league play, hosting Yorba Linda next Friday in their Alpha League opener, while other Orange County programs also logged key Week 5 victories.
   

5. Lowest diesel gas price in Orange County hits $7.19 for week ending Sept. 19 (southoctimes.com) — Diesel drivers in San Clemente are seeing some of Orange County's lower prices, with locally reported diesel around the high‑$7 range while the county average sits at $8.13 per gallon. The report, based on GasBuddy submissions, shows wide price differences across nearby cities, so checking current station listings before filling up could save residents meaningful money.
   

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Ok San Clemente! 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: "MAN OVERBOARD!" (Thank you M J. for sending it in!)
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