“The fact is, this is the biggest game I’ve ever coached,” head coach Kurt Hines says to the Coronado High football team in the crowded locker room. The players huddle around him, locked in on every word. “…This is the biggest game you’ve played in, no matter what you’ve played in before, because what you’ve […]
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Coronado bridge to partially close on Sunday for Bike the Bay
The Coronado Bridge will close on Sunday, Aug. 25 for the Bike the Bay cycling event, with limited access to the bridge from 4 a.m. to 10 a.m. The two directions of the bridge will remain open at reduced speeds during the event, but the Silver Strand bike path will be heavily used, according to […]
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Celebrate Coronado Community Awards will honor local heroes
This fall, the Coronado Chamber of Commerce will be presenting its 43rd annual Celebrate Coronado Community Awards ceremony. The 2024 event will honor outstanding community members and city employees of the year during a four-course, sit-down dinner at Feast and Fareway, 2000 Visalia Row, located in the Coronado Municipal Golf Course. Tickets to attend are […]
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Last day to register for the Optimist Club pickleball tournament
Today is the last day to sign up for the 2024 Bill Parry Pickleball Open, hosted by the Optimist Club of Coronado. Mixed doubles will compete in the tournament on Aug. 10, and then men’s doubles and women’s doubles will compete on Aug. 11. Anyone who is 18 years and older is welcome to participate. […]
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Local dance group claims national championship
A local dance team from Coronado, Heart2Art (H2A), competed at Planet Hollywood – Revolution West Coast Nationals in Las Vegas on July 16. The Luxe – Senior team, which consists of dancers ages 14 and up, placed first in hip hop and claimed the title of national champions. The dancers on the senior team are […]
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The shift to new water testing continues two years later
The City of Coronado has utilized two different methods for testing the water quality off its coastline ever since San Diego County implemented a new form of testing, droplet digital polymerase chain reaction (ddPCR), two years ago. According to Mayor Richard Bailey, in addition to ddPCR, which tests for fecal indicator bacteria DNA, the City […]
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Jamie O’Brien is coming to the Del
The Hotel del Coronado is hosting an open invite paddle out with professional surfer Jamie O’Brien on Aug. 10 for the debut of his latest surf film, “Chasing the Dream.” O’Brien grew up on Oahu’s North Shore, with the Banzai Pipeline — one of the most famous surf breaks in the world — in his […]
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Coronado’s election season is approaching — here is what you need to know
As Coronado heads into election season, here are some important dates and information that everyone should know about the upcoming local political event. The election is Nov. 5 for Mayor of Coronado and two Coronado City Council members. All three of these positions are for the full term, which is four years long. So far, […]
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Get to know Greg, Rufus and the rascals of PAWS
The winding Bayshore bike and walking path ducks under the Coronado bridge and lines the San Diego bay. A bit west of the bayshore path, the neighborhood welcomes walkers and bikers with a hello from the front garden or sidewalk. Regulars greet each other. Dogs sniff each other. It’s a normal route for Greg Curtin […]
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Hotel del Coronado expands fashion offerings
The Hotel del Coronado is expanding its fashion offerings this summer and it’s offering some truly exclusive experiences for guests and fashion-lovers alike. The collaborations with brands like FASHIONPHILE, Petite Plume and The Beach People have elevated the Del’s fashion profile and offer a curated capsule collection for guests. The limited-time designer resale pop-up with […]
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Announcing the grand prize winner of the Home Front Decorating Contest
In honor of the Fourth of July, Coronado homes decorated with the most patriotic flair were celebrated in the third annual Coronado Fourth of July (CFOJ) Home Front Decorating Contest. This year, the winner of the contest went to Linda and Dave Urich’s home at 640 J Ave. The contest was hosted by CFOJ and […]
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The Coronado Junior Woman’s Club awards scholarships to Coronado grads
The Coronado Junior Woman’s Club (CJWC) awarded their 2024 Marilyn Foster Scholarships to Coronado High School’s recently graduated seniors Chloe Von Koehe, Susanna Pate and Lucia Kenny. Started 15 years ago, the Marilyn Foster Scholarship honors the legacy of former CJWC member Marilyn Foster. Known for her steadfast dedication to serving the Coronado community, Foster […]
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What to know about this year’s Fourth of July fireworks display
After a long day of barbecuing, hanging out at the parade and tanning at the beach, Coronado Fourth of July will wrap up another iconic celebration with a colorful display of fireworks at 9 p.m. For the past 75 years, Coronado has closed off the Fourth of July with a fireworks show. This year, the […]
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Volunteer spotlight of the week: John Meyers and the Senior Volunteer Patrol
John Meyers completed 13,000 hours over the course of 18 years, and counting. Writer and journalist Malcolm Gladwell argued in his book “Outliers” that mastery is not born, but rather learned and practiced. Gladwell claimed it takes about 10,000 hours of guided practice to become masterful. But John Meyers would not tell you he set […]
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Sailing and training with KMAC
KMAC Foundation’s Accessible Sailing fleet will host a training and racing session on Saturday, June 29 from 12 to 3 p.m. at the Coronado Yacht Club. The KMAC Foundation for Accessible Sailing in Coronado uses specially adapted sailboats and provides therapeutic, recreational and other sailing opportunities for people with disabilities to enhance their mobility, well-being […]
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PAWS of Coronado is hosting elections for the 2024 canine mayor
Elections for the city’s newest council began earlier this month and in a matter of weeks, Coronado will have its 2024 canine mayor. On June 28, PAWS of Coronado will name its eighth canine mayor to serve a two-year ceremonial position of being the face of a group of furry ambassadors. A total of 15 […]