Temecula Lights Up With Patriotism Amid Coronavirus

TEMECULA, CA — As a symbol of the "community's resolve and resilience during these unprecedented times" amid coronavirus, officials are lighting up Temecula City Hall in the nation's colors and playing "God Bless America" on the clock tower chimes, it was announced this week.

The red, white and blue patriotism was requested by Mayor James “Stew” Stewart.

“As we are all going through these very challenging times, we shall light up City Hall as a beacon of hope while the chimes play, ‘God Bless America’ nightly. Our health is in each other’s hands, so it is imperative that we all stay safe at home to remain healthy and hopeful as we get through these difficult times together," Stewart said in a released statement.

The nightly red, white and blue lighting is occurring "indefinitely and as long as needed," according to Jeff Lawrence, community services manager for the city. The playing of "God Bless America" takes place at 8 p.m. nightly, also indefinitely, Lawrence said.

"We are all aware of the seriousness of the current situation regarding COVID-19, the impact on all of our residents, businesses, visitors, and the world, and will continue to comply with all state and county public health orders," a news release from the city read. "Our utmost priority for our city is the health, safety, and well-being of our community members and our collective environment."

The city of Temecula is posting several daily updates related to COVID-19 on all its social media platforms and on its website at TemeculaCA.gov/coronavirus.