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Wednesday September 9th Patch AM
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Morning Coronado! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How long will Coronado's polluted shoreline stay off-limits?
  • Which Coronado events get full city funding—and which now pay up?
  • How Coronado runners shattered personal records at the CCA Raven Invitational.

Today's riddle: Why did the burglar wear blue gloves? 🤔 (Answer below!)


Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 90 and low of 74 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and humid, temps: high: 84, low: 71.
  • Friday: Humid with clouds and sun, with a high of 80 and low of 70 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. County closes Coronado shoreline through North Beach due to pollution (kpbs.org) — Coronado's entire shoreline through North Beach is closed because sewage from the Tijuana River has contaminated the water, and it will stay off-limits until new tests show it's safe. Several nearby beaches, including Silver Strand and Imperial Beach, are also shut, with additional advisories in La Jolla and other spots, so residents should check sdbeachinfo.com or the hotline before heading out.
   

2. City officials review policy on paying for major town events (thecoronadonews.com) — Coronado's City Council has decided to keep its current system for waiving or charging fees for major local events, after reviewing how much support each receives. The city covered about 93% of event costs in 2025–26, heavily backing favorites like the Fourth of July parade and Holiday Parade while requiring others, including the Arts and Wine Festival, to pay full city fees.
   

3. Coronado Cross Country shines at CCA Raven Invitational (coronadotimes.com) — Coronado High School's cross country teams turned in a standout performance at the CCA Raven Invitational, with the girls taking second place and many Islanders running personal bests. Local freshmen and sophomores can still join the program, with flexible workouts offered for those wanting to compete, build fitness, or prep for winter and spring sports.
   

4. Where to Go in California this Fall (traveldreamsmagazine.com) — Coronado Island gets a strong plug as a quieter, warmer early-fall beach escape just across the bay from downtown San Diego, with easy access for local day trips or staycations. The piece highlights Hotel del Coronado, Orange Avenue shopping and dining, and September–October's warm water and thinner crowds alongside other California getaways like Catalina and Lake Tahoe.
   


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Other local events
    Thursday September 10
  • Armen Kurdian Town Hall
    Veterans Association of North County 1617 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92058
    9:30 am
  • Ice Cream Social & Book Fair
    James Dukes Elementary Ramona, CA 92065
    5:00 pm
  • Train-the-Trainer Robotics &AI 1 of 5
    Veterans Association of North County 1617 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92058
    5:00 pm
  • Regular Board Meeting
    Ramona City Unified Ramona Unified School District Office, 720 9th St, Ramona, CA 9
    6:00 pm
  • Friday September 11
  • 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb
    Navy SEAL Foundation Progressive Field, Cleveland, OH
    3:30 am
  • Non-profit workshop
    Veterans Association of North County 1617 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92058
    9:30 am
  • Jones Wedding
    Veterans Association of North County 1617 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92058
    4:00 pm
  • Saturday September 12
  • 8th Annual Scotty Wirtz Memorial Golf Tournament
    Navy SEAL Foundation Sugar Creek Golf Course, 5224 Country Club Dr, High Ridge, MO, 63049, United States

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Wednesday September 9
  • Dance It Out! Bilingual Storytime /¡Baila! Hora de cuentos biling
    Logan Heights Branch Library 567 S. 28th St., San Diego, CA, 92113, US
    10:00 am
  • Teen IDEA Lab /Laboratorio de Ideas para Adolescentes
    Logan Heights Branch Library 567 South 28th Street, San Diego, CA, 92113, US
    2:30 pm
  • Kid's Crafts
    MountainView/Beckwourth Branch Library 721 San Pasqual St., San Diego, CA, 92113, US
    4:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Government Jobs posted a job opening for Police Dispatcher in Coronado. Apply here.
  • Marriott Hotels & Resorts posted a job opening for Seasonal Christmas Holiday Activities Attendant in Chula Vista. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Coronado here.

Ok Coronado! 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: So he wouldn't get caught red handed. (Thank you Vicki B. for sending it in!)
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