Navy parachuters fell up to 160 miles an hour and dropped 10,000 feet as part of the Coronado Fourth of July celebration.
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Jessica McClain of Phoenix wins 50th Crown City Classic
On a cool, overcast Fourth of July morning – idyllic conditions for distance runners – history was set July 4 at the 50th Crown City Classic in Coronado.
Jessica McClain, a 41-year-old U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials qualifier from Phoenix, became the first woman to be the overall winner of the event.
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Coronado Fourth of July Parade winners
Here are the winning entries for the Coronado Fourth of July Parade: Judges’ Special Award: City Staff Sweepstakes Winners The Andy Szymanski “Mr. 4th of July” Sweepstakes: Coronado Rotary Club. Admiral James B. Stockdale Sweepstakes: Force-Con 2023 Coronado Categories John D. Spreckels Award: Coronado Rotary Club. Coronado Freedom Award: California’s Tom Cruise. Military Categories Military […]
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Coronado’s 74th Fourth of July Parade packs Orange Avenue
Clydesdales dressed in red, white and blue gracefully clomped down Orange Avenue, their long, braided tails grazing the ground as they go. Small, hand-held American flags were scattered among crowd members, complimenting the full-sized flags waving in the light breeze. Artfully cleaned classic cars hummed down the city’s main drag, reminiscent of the days when […]
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Meet the grand prize winner of the second annual CFOJ Home Front Decorating Contest
The second annual CFOJ Home Front Decorating Contest is complete and the grand prize winner is 1114 G. Ave. To show off their patriotic spirit and 4th of July enthusiasm, Coronado residents participated in the Coronado Fourth of July Home Front Decorating Contest, put on by the Coronado Fourth of July and the Floral Association. […]
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How to protect your furry friends before and after July 4
Amidst the Fourth of July celebrations, pets often get frightened by the loud noises and large gatherings of the holiday, causing an increase of lost pets at San Diego Humane Society and PAWS of Coronado.Â
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Check out the complete list of vendors for the Fourth of July
To provide visitors with plenty of food options on Independence Day, The Coronado Fourth of July has opened Spreckels Park to outside food and beverage vendors.
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Crown City Classic race celebrates 50th anniversary
In past years, the race has only offered the 5K race. This year, in hopes to attract more long distance runners, the 12K will be an option. Both races begin at 7 a.m.
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Coronado 101
For visitors from out of town making their Fourth of July celebration an extended weekend or week-long vacation, Coronado has plenty of options to keep you busy. Check out these must-see locations and activities. Village Theatre The timeless Village Theatre, which originally opened in 1947, has been a gathering place in Coronado for years. Spanning […]
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A step-by-step breakdown of Coronado Fourth of July events
From a June 30 fireworks show to the parade to concerts, here’s an insider’s view of how to navigate the holiday weekend in Coronado.
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The Parade Man
Coronado’s Dave Szymanski first rode in the city’s Fourth of July Parade when he was 5. Now, he’s the man who makes it run.
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“I love this parade”
Equestrians play a big part in the Coronado Fourth of July Parade, and one rider hasn’t missed the event since entering in 1971.
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Op-Ed: Passion for July 4 comes from my immigrant family
Coronado News editorial board member Amy Hall shares her childhood memories of Fourth of July and what it meant to her immigrant family.
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Where to eat for the Fourth of July
Make sure to plan ahead by keeping these amazing cuisine locations in mind for the Coronado Fourth of July.
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Coronado’s Independence swim event returns
This year’s event – after being cancelled last year because of ocean pollution – will be held July 1 as an “open water” swim in Glorietta Bay.
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Editor’s Note: Here’s how to help Coronado Fourth of July
The Coronado News will donate 50% of all new, local advertising revenue from the June 30 Independence Day edition.