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Many businesses in and around Palm Desert offer discounts for military members, veterans and sometimes their families as a way to recognize those who serve. Consider this a starting point for finding military discounts nearby. Because offers and eligibility can change and may vary by location, it’s a good idea to check with each business directly to confirm current details and any required military ID or verification.

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Located about 10 minutes from Palm Desert, The Home Depot carries tools, appliances, building materials and home improvement supplies. The retailer offers a military discount program for eligible active-duty service members, veterans and spouses on select purchases with verification.

35900 Monterey Ave Palm Desert, CA 92211

Situated in Palm Desert, Lowe’s offers appliances, tools, home improvement supplies and garden products. Verified active-duty service members and veterans can enroll in Lowe’s military discount program to receive savings on eligible purchases.

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Located in Palm Desert, Target carries groceries, clothing, home goods and everyday essentials. The retailer frequently participates in military appreciation promotions throughout the year, including special discounts for service members and veterans during select events.

73070 Dinah Shore DrPalm Desert, CA 92211

Located along Dinah Shore Dr in Palm Desert, Chick-fil-A serves chicken sandwiches, salads and fast-casual meals. Many Chick-fil-A locations offer military discounts or free meals for service members, though offers vary by location and guests should inquire in-store for current promotions.

74999 Frank Sinatra DrPalm Desert, CA 92211

Applebee’s in Palm Desert serves casual American fare including burgers, salads and appetizers. Many locations offer military discounts or special promotions for active-duty service members and veterans, and guests are encouraged to check with this location for current offers.

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Located in Palm Desert, Buffalo Wild Wings is a popular destination for wings, burgers and sports viewing. Some locations offer military discounts or periodic promotions for service members and veterans.

34500 Monterey Ave Palm Desert, CA 92211

Walmart Supercenter in Palm Desert carries groceries, electronics, household goods and everyday essentials. The retailer participates in military-related promotions and services, offering savings opportunities for eligible service members and veterans during select events.

34940 Monterey AvePalm Desert, CA 92211

Kohl’s in Palm Desert offers clothing, home goods and everyday essentials. Many locations participate in military appreciation promotions throughout the year, including in-store discounts for service members and veterans on select days.

72840 CA-111 Palm Desert, CA 92260

Stuft Pizza Bar & Grill is a locally owned restaurant in Palm Desert offering pizza, pasta and a casual dining atmosphere. The restaurant promotes a military discount for active-duty service members and veterans, as noted through its official promotions and in-store offers, making it a reliable local option.

73595 El Paseo Palm Desert, CA 92260

Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar is a locally popular dining destination located on El Paseo, offering island-inspired cuisine, cocktails and a relaxed upscale atmosphere. The restaurant offers a military discount for service members and veterans, which has been promoted through its official channels and guest programs.

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The heat wave that began last week across the Golden State is expected to continue to push temperatures past the 100-degree mark this week in Southern California.

The most intense heat will arrive from Wednesday through Saturday, scorching parts of San Bernardino, Riverside, Orange and Los Angeles counties.

Ontario, Riverside, San Bernardino, Palm Springs and Los Angeles will see high temperatures in the 90s and 100s.

An extreme heat watch has been issued for the San Bernardino Mountains and the Low Desert south into Imperial County. A heat advisory has been issued for Los Angeles County south to San Diego County.

Places like Adelanto, Apple Valley, Barstow, Hesperia and Victorville should see high temperatures in the 90s, while the local mountain communities experience temperatures in the 70s.

The heat wave will weaken from Sunday into next week, with cooler temperatures returning toward the end of March.

The National Weather Service said the following areas may see temperature records broken this month:

Breaking records

Temperature soared past the 100 degree mark in the Coachella Valley on Tuesday, March 17, with a record set at Palm Springs' airport and another one neared in Thermal.

The temperature reached 102 degrees at Palm Springs International Airport at around 2:40 p.m., surpassing the previous high for March 17 of 100, the National Weather Service reported.

The Palm Springs record is one of several that has been set or tied in the Coachella Valley in recent days as a prolonged heat wave continued to bake the region.

That heat wave was expected to reach its peak in the coming days when the Coachella Valley could see the highest March temperatures ever recorded in its history — and possibly the entire nation's.

Several other records were also broken on Tuesday, including Downtown Los Angeles reaching 97 degrees, surpassing its previous high by 3 degrees.

Woodland Hills hit the 100-degree mark, shattering its previous high for this day by 7 degrees. Records were also broken at Los Angeles International Airport, Long Beach and Burbank.

Heat wave safety tips

To reduce health risks during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments.

The agency also suggests:

For more information, resources, and a list of possible cooling centers statewide, visit news.caloes.ca.gov/coolingcenters.

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In partnership with Blue Zones Project Palm Springs, school officials will create and expand wellness initiatives focused on student health.

PALM SPRINGS, CA — A ceremony other activities will be held Wednesday at Cielo Vista Charter School in Palm Springs to celebrate the facility's recognition as the first Blue Zones Project-approved school in the area.

"Being named the first Blue Zones Project approved school in Palm Springs is an incredible honor for our entire school community," Juanita Perezchica, principal of the charter school, said in a statement. "Our staff, students and families have worked hard to create a school environment where well-being, leadership and learning go hand-in-hand. Partnering with Blue Zones Project allows us to take this work even further by expanding opportunities for out students to grow healthy, confident and connected to their community."

The festivities will start at 7:15 a.m. Wednesday with a "walking school bus," a community walk with children accompanied by parents and educators, from Demuth Park to the school at 650 Paseo Dorotea. A ribbon- cutting ceremony will follow at 7:45 a.m., followed by a "Healthy Carnival" on campus at 8 a.m.

The carnival will feature outdoor games, crafts and activities from Children's Discovery Museum of the Desert and a pop-up farmers market by Aziz Farms.

Officials said the school was recognized for its leadership in creating a culture of health and well-being.

In partnership with Blue Zones Project Palm Springs, school officials will create and expand wellness initiatives for student health and learning, including enhancing the school's gardening program, a monthly "walking school bus" and expanding programming that supports students' well-being.

"Programs like their school garden and the Walking School Bus create meaningful opportunities for students and families to engage in healthy habits that support both academic and personal success," Palm Springs Unified School District Superintendent Marcus Funchess said.

Palm Springs Mayor Naomi Soto said the school is "setting an inspiring example for schools across the city."

"When schools, families and community partners come together around well-being, we create healthier neighborhoods and brighter futures for our children," she said.

Forecasters expect California’s heat wave to smash records this week, even outstripping the hottest day ever reported in March nationwide.

The Coachella Valley and Imperial Valley in Southern California will likely feel the most heat, with highs reaching well above 100 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. The community of Thermal could reach 111 degrees on Thursday.

That number could make history. By comparison, Mecca in the Coachella Valley holds the state record for the hottest March day, at 107 degrees in 2004, according to the Western Regional Climate Center. In the U.S., that record is a tie between two places in Texas: Rio Grande City hit 108 in 1954, as did Falcon Dam in 2020.

Experts told SFGATE this early heat wave could be especially dangerous.

“This first heat wave of the season is much earlier than normal,” Rose Schoenfeld, a National Weather Service meteorologist in Los Angeles, told SFGATE. “Science shows that your body’s adaptation to heat is a big factor in whether or not you see health impacts. We’re not adjusted to heat right now in the area, so what normally would be just a regular day could be much more significant.”

Multiple areas of California have heat advisories — including the Bay Area’s first ever in March — and warnings through the week. Meteorologists said the heat could topple a variety of records, including ones for same-day temperatures, March highs and first 100-degree days.

“Virtually every site that we maintain a long record for has a risk of having their record broken,” Joe Merchant, a meteorologist for the National Weather Service, told SFGATE about the greater San Francisco Bay Area. “There will be a slew of daily records broken and probably a lot of March records broken, too.”

Much of the Bay Area is forecast to have temperatures up to 30 degrees warmer than normal this week. Pinnacles National Park, which the weather service's San Francisco office monitors, could clock its earliest 100-degree day ever, according to Merchant. The record in the park is April 8, 1989.

In the southern part of the state, the story was similar. “Daily records will be broken mostly Tuesday through Friday across all four counties that we cover,” Schoenfeld said, referring to Los Angeles County, San Luis Obispo County, Ventura County and Santa Barbara County.

Meanwhile, downtown Los Angeles could surpass its March high of 99 degrees from 1879 this week, while Burbank could break its record 98 degrees from 1988, according to Schoenfeld. San Gabriel Valley and San Fernando Valley are the most likely areas to hit 100 degrees this week, which normally doesn’t happen in the region until around June.

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Now serving 56 U.S. airports, including six major airports and 18 off-airport locations across California

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., March 09, 2026--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SIXT USA, a subsidiary of Sixt SE – a global leader in premium mobility services – has opened a new rental car branch at Palm Springs International Airport (PSP). This expansion reinforces SIXT’s status as one of the fastest-growing premium mobility providers and underscores the company’s commitment to delivering convenient, high-quality mobility solutions in high-demand travel markets.

Palm Springs International Airport, a gateway to the Greater Palm Springs region and the Coachella Valley, serves leisure travelers alongside a growing base of business and conference visitors. With its relaxed, open-air design and nonstop connections to 32 U.S. and Canadian markets, the airport continues to see growth beyond traditional seasonal travel, serving as a key gateway for resort and wellness tourism, major festivals, and regional business. The new SIXT branch provides convenient access to premium vehicles for travelers throughout this vibrant and fast growing region.

Tom Kennedy, President, SIXT North America: "Palm Springs International Airport is a key addition to our travel network that allows us to meet the growing demand for premium car rental in this popular destination. Our high-end fleet and exceptional service ensure travelers in Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley enjoy a smooth, first-class rental experience."

Opened ahead of major events like the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament and Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival, the new location offers a premium fleet of coupes, sedans, and SUVs to diverse needs and preferences, backed by a seamless digital booking experience via SIXT.com and the SIXT app.

PSP Executive Director Harry Barrett, Jr: "Welcoming SIXT to Palm Springs International Airport reflects the continued momentum we’re seeing at PSP. As passenger traffic grows and our network expands, strong rental options are essential, and SIXT’s premium approach complements PSP’s commitment to delivering an exceptional guest experience."

The Palm Springs opening follows recent expansions at Tulsa International Airport (TUL) and Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO), highlighting SIXT’s accelerating growth across key U.S. travel corridors, including strategic expansion throughout California.

SIXT now operates at six major California airports – Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), San Francisco International Airport (SFO), San Jose International Airport (SJC), San Diego International Airport (SAN), John Wayne Airport, Orange County (SNA), and Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) – complemented by 18 off-airport locations across the state, including the recently opened Cross Border Xpress branch serving travelers through Tijuana International Airport. This extensive network ensures SIXT can serve every type of California traveler, whether arriving at major hubs, exploring regional destinations, or crossing international borders.

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