COLTON COURIER We ekly
November 1 7, 2022
Vol 150 , NO. 47
C o l t o n ’ s Ve t e r a n s D a y P a r a d e p r o u d l y h o n o r s d o z e n s o f milita r y vet erans fr om a cr oss the city
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About four dozen veterans from across the City of Colton Were recognized and honored on-stage at Fleming park on Friday, November 11th.
he City of Colton held its annual Veterans Day Parade on November 11th, which began on O Street, before concluding at Fleming Park with a recognition ceremony.
A little over four dozen local veterans were recognized and honored with a certificate for
their dedication, selflessness, and bravery in serving in the United States Armed Forces.
As a handful of floats rolled through the middle of Colton, about 200 onlookers cheered on the parade participants and showed their appreciation by proudly donning red, white, and blue.
“The event began with the Color Guard initiating the 21 gun salute and presenting the colors in front of local dignitaries, veterans, and the public. Colton and Grand Terrace High School walked with the floats in the parade, it was really cool to see,” said Colton Photographer Alex Sanchez.
While there were only about four decorated floats, the floats that were present were intricately put together - featuring images of veterans, flags, banners, and more.
To learn more about the city of Colton, visit ci.colton.ca.us.
VFW Po st 6476 Celebrates US MC 247th Bi r th d ay
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By Dr. G (Dr Luis S González), community writer
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n Thursday, November 10, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 6476 took some time out of their busy schedules to celebrate the 247th Birthday of the United States Marine Corps.
The celebration was held at the Post, located at 1789 N 8th Street, and included a homemade spaghetti dinner, video clips featuring USMC traditions and accomplishments, a presentation on USMC history by Dr. G, and the traditional cutting of the USMC Birthday Cake. VFW cont. next pg.
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Dr G., Council Member and Community Advocate; Socorro hernandez, Commander of VFW post 6476.