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On the first Friday in June, National Donut Day, here's our favorite local deals.

Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff

|Updated Thu, Jun 5, 2025 at 2:55 pm PT

WILDOMAR, CA — National Donut Day is always observed on the first Friday in June, and there are plenty of places in the Inland Empire offering deals on the sugary swirls. The Salvation Army’s now legendary “Doughnut Lassies” were the first to fry up the fluffy pastries using helmets of frontline soldiers as their cook-pots during World War I.

Before we dive into where you can score free doughnuts and other deals in Wildomar, a bit of history: National Donut Day was created in Chicago in 1938 as a tribute to the volunteer corps of 250 women who traveled overseas during World War I to provide support to frontline troops. They distributed clothing and supplies and planned to hand out baked goods, a logistically difficult task.

Two of the women, Ensign Margaret Sheldon and Adjutant Helen Purviance, began frying doughnuts in helmets, and the “tasty treats boosted morale and won the hearts of many soldiers,” according to an account by the U.S. World War One Centennial Commission and Doughboy Foundation.

We have 19th-century Dutch immigrants to thank for bringing “olykoeks,” or oily cakes, to New Amsterdam, as Manhattan was known at the time. They were essentially fried dough balls, but over time, they evolved into the ring-shaped treat with a hole in the middle. Americans are said to consume about 10 billion doughnuts a year.

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Here are some places with National Donut Day deals in Temecula, Murrieta and Wildomar:

7-Eleven: On June 6, rewards members can get a glazed doughnut for 50 cents at participating 7-Eleven locations. After National Donut Day, the same doughnuts are available for $1 through June 24.

Dunkin’: For the 15th consecutive year, Dunkin’ is offering a free doughnut with the purchase of any beverage, and is also teaming with luxury lifestyle and accessories brand Stoney Clover Lane on a limited-edition, branded merchandise morning breakfast combination. Remember, you can use Uber Eats, Doordash or GrubHub for your doughnut craving, you just might not get your free treat. Find Dunkin' at:

Krispy Kreme: Guests can enjoy any doughnut of their choice for free, with no purchase necessary, on Friday. Also, in celebration of the Original Glazed doughnuts’ 88th birthday, all guests can get a dozen of the signature treat for $2 with the purchase of any dozen at regular price in shop and via drive-thru at participating Krispy Kreme shops. On Saturday, Krispy Kreme launches its “14 Days of Original Glazed,” which offers special deals to rewards club members through June 20.

Find your Krispy Kreme location at:

Where do you like to get your donuts in Wildomar? Let us know!

Sources for this report include news releases, The Food Network, and The Krazy Coupon Lady.

'Kids' Ride Into Nature Antique and Classic Car Show' will feature vehicles from the 1800s to 1976, for car enthusiasts or history buffs.

Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff

WILDOMAR, CA — A classic car show designed for kids and car afficianados is coming to Wildomar. The inaugural ‘Kids’ Ride Into Nature Antique and Classic Car Show’ will be held on Saturday, May 31, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Marna O’Brien Sports Park, 20505 Palomar Street, Wildomar.

This free event brings pre- and post-WWII antique and classic vehicles together in one location. From carriages, Model Ts and As, trucks, and classics from the 1800s to 1976, all under the beautiful California skies. Whether you’re a car enthusiast, a history buff, or just looking for a fun day outdoors, this show has something for everyone.

The event benefits The Nature Education Foundation and is hosted by the City of Wildomar. This show is a celebration of automotive history and “first car memories.”

Enjoy a family-friendly atmosphere with numerous activities, food vendors, a special Kids’ Zone, specialty vendors, music, and car awards at 2 p.m. For extra fun, guests are invited to come in period dress for a free photo at the Kids’ Ride photo booth, a spokesperson for the event shared.

"There will also be a silent auction and raffle featuring exciting prizes such as a Kawasaki gift package, a custom photo shoot for a personal vehicle, Nickerson Law estate planning valued at $5,000, Lake Elsinore Storm package with nine games, and so much more."

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The Nature Education Foundation partners with RivCo Parks to ensure funding for children’s nature education programs for grades 3-12 at the Reserve, which include Third Grade Education, elementary and middle school, Trout-in-the-Classroom, high school “Citizen Scientist” Phenology and Air Quality programs, and an environmental studies scholarship for graduating seniors. Serving ten school districts and 8,000 students per school year, TNEF’s mission is to educate and empower youth to appreciate, protect, and preserve nature.

Learn more about vehicle registration online at www.antiqueclassiccars.org, and event information: www.the-nef.org.

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WILDOMAR, CA — An experienced city manager is on his way to becoming the next one for Wildomar.

An employment agreement is expected to be approved during the 6 p.m. May 14 Wildomar City Council meeting, naming Chris Mann as interim city manager.

His employment agreement takes effect May 14 and expires Nov. 14, 2025. The estimated cost to the city for the six-month term is $146,744.09, which includes Mann's pay based on an annual base salary of $250,000 plus benefits, city documents show.

Under the current agreement, Mann is not entitled to any additional compensation or severance pay upon his employment termination.

Mann's contract with the city could expire sooner if a permanent city manager is found before the November date, according to city documents.

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In the documents, Mann was praised: "After a thorough search for an Interim City Manager and interviewing several candidates, the City has agreed to terms with Mr. Mann as the Interim City Manager. Mr. Mann brings a wealth of relevant expertise and will provide the City with leadership during this critical transitional period."

During an April 29 special closed-session meeting of Wildomar City Council, Mann was tapped to become interim city manager by a 4-1 vote, with Councilmember Joseph Morabito dissenting.

Mann most recently served as city manager for the cities of Yucaipa (January 2023 - March 2025) and Canyon Lake (March 2019 - January 2023).

In a City of Canyon Lake press release announcing Mann's resignation and job acceptance in Yucaipa, he was credited with turning around Canyon Lake's finances over his four-year stint.

Then Canyon Lake Mayor Jeremy Smith said in a released statement, "I truly believe Chris Mann is simply the best Manager the City has had in its 32-year history."

Smith said Mann's decision to take the city manager job in Yucaipa "just makes sense for Chris and for the City of Yucaipa."

Mann and his family live in Yucaipa, according to his bio.

Mann's work in Yucaipa was brief. He served as city manager for just over two years before city council members there voted during a March closed-session meeting to place him on paid administrative leave.

The City of Yucaipa followed it up with a statement: "The decision was reached with three affirmative votes, one negative vote, and one abstention ... ."

In the days that followed, a separation agreement was reached and Mann resigned.

A similar scenario played out in Wildomar last month when City Manager Dan York was placed on paid administrative leave. By the end of April, York and the city reached a retirement separation agreement, and he was gone.

Janet Morales has served as acting city manager since York's departure.

In addition to Mann's city manager experience, he owned and operated the public relations firm Mann Communications. He also worked as an administrative analyst and then as deputy chief of staff for a member of the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors, according to his bio.

He has served on two separate elected water boards, the San Gorgonio Pass Water Agency (2004-2008) and the Yucaipa Valley Water District (2016-2023).

The mercury is rising in this pseudo-summer heat event. Stay cool, hydrate, and put on your sunscreen! The heat is on in Wildomar!

Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff

WILDOMAR CA — Is summer here this weekend? Only briefly, according to the National Weather Service forecast. Friday and Saturday, the mercury is forecast to climb into triple digits in parts of the Inland Empire, potentially setting records in some areas.

In Southwest Riverside County, Saturday temperatures were poised to hit the high 90s and maybe trip into the 100s in some areas. A heat advisory has been issued for Riverside County valleys and much of the Inland Empire from 10 a.m. Friday until 9 p.m. Saturday.

Temperatures in some areas are expected to reach between 102 Friday and 106 Saturday.

The agency said a ridge of high pressure currently spinning off the Northern California coast will make its way south by Friday night, impacting all of Southern California for the weekend, fueling temps expected to be 15 to 20 degrees above average for this time of year.

"On Saturday, there could be several record warm minimum temperature records for the date that are tied or broken, with at least a few record warm maximum temperature records tied or broken as well," the NWS said in a statement. "Heat impacts for Saturday are most likely for the lower deserts and valleys."

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Highs in the Riverside metropolitan area Saturday may touch 100 degrees, with lows in the mid-60s, followed by a high on Sunday of 90 and an overnight low of 60.

In the Coachella Valley, the daytime mercury Saturday is forecast to reach 105, dipping to the upper 70s at night, with a similar temperature band Sunday.

The Temecula Valley's highs Saturday will peak in the mid-90s, with lows in the low 60s, and on Sunday, will lower to a high of 85 will yield to a low of 55 after dark, according to the NWS.

Meteorologists said the high pressure will give way to several low pressure troughs starting Monday, leading to a gradual cooling trend, a return of deep marine layers over the western half of the inland region and the possibility of light rain next week.

In Lake Elsinore and Wildomar, here's your 7 Day Forecast:

FridaySunny, with a high near 101. Light and variable wind becoming southwest 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 20 mph.

Friday nightMostly clear, with a low around 64. Southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.

SaturdaySunny, with a high near 106. Light and variable wind becoming southwest 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 25 mph.

Saturday NightPartly cloudy, with a low around 65. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.

SundayMostly sunny, with a high near 93. Light and variable wind becoming southwest 10 to 15 mph in the morning. Winds could gust as high as 20 mph.

Sunday NightPatchy fog after 5am. Otherwise, partly cloudy, with a low around 55.

MondayPatchy fog before 8am. Otherwise, partly sunny, with a high near 74.

Monday NightIncreasing clouds, with a low around 51.

TuesdayCloudy through mid morning, then gradual clearing, with a high near 66.

Tuesday NightPartly cloudy, with a low around 48.

WednesdayMostly sunny, with a high near 71.

Wednesday NightMostly clear, with a low around 49.

ThursdayMostly sunny, with a high near 74.

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Dan York's unexpected departure was announced April 11.

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WILDOMAR, CA — A retirement separation agreement has been reached with former Wildomar City Manager Dan York, the city announced Tuesday.

"The Wildomar City Council and former City Manager Dan York have agreed to York’s retirement commencing on May 9, 2025," according to the brief city statement. "York will receive a severance payment in the amount of $44,026.66, which is equivalent to 2 months’ of his pay.

"York has served as City Manager since 2/1/2022," the statement continued. "The City Council appreciates York’s service to the Wildomar community and wishes him a happy retirement."

York was officially placed on paid administrative leave following unanimous votes by the City Council on April 11. The three separate votes, which took place during a closed-door meeting, resulted in York 1) being placed on leave effective immediately; 2) authorization for the city attorney to draft a mutual separation agreement featuring early retirement for York; 3) City Clerk Janet Morales being appointed interim city manager.

In a late-night follow-up news release announcing York's leave, the city stated that its City Council "will move quickly" to find a permanent city manager.

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According to an email from York to City Council that was sent the morning of the closed-door meeting, the city leader expressed gratitude.

"I understand the decision you are about to take this evening," York began in the email, which was made public by Third District Wildomar City Councilmember Joseph Morabito. "I am very appreciative and honored to have served the city faithfully the last dozen years. I recall 4 years ago talking to many that there is a season for everything, including the City Manager assignment. Thank you for allowing me to exercise my strengths of fiscal and operational management during my term as your City Manager."

York continued in the message, "Today I feel accomplished. We achieved financial health and have built a cohesive city team. I feel you and the community are well poised to define and execute the next season. I truly wish full success. Some day in the future, I look forward to reminiscing our past victories and celebrating the completion of your goals."

York concluded, "I am confident that Tom and I will easily navigate the completion of the Separation Agreement next week. In sincere gratitude, Dan."

There was nothing in York's email message that alluded to why City Council was voting on his leave.

In an online post, Morabito said the public "'why' will never be gotten into detail; legally, it can't be. I hate how these things work, but I don't write the rules, and the rules most certainly apply to me and my big mouth as much as anyone else."

Morabito said the April 11 closed-session City Council meeting was two hours long, and York did not attend it.

York began serving as Wildomar City Manager following the planned retirement of City Manager Gary Nordquist. Before his appointment, York served as Wildomar Assistant City Manager.

According to city documents dated January 2025, York's annual salary was $264,100.

City managers take on the role of chief executive officers of city government, but serve at the pleasure of City Councils. More details about the search for York's replacement are expected at upcoming Wildomar City Council meetings.