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Welcome to The San Diego Newsletter!

In today’s edition:

• Comic-Con agrees to stay in San Diego through 2026, but warns high hotel rates threaten future years.

• Upcoming One Step Closer concert

• A deep-dive into the life of Wyatt Earp

• And more…

Quote of the Week

“Don’t count the days. Make the days count.”

—Muhammad Ali

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Trivia

Here is your trivia question of the week. The answer will be shown in next week’s newsletter. Which do you think it is? No cheating!

In San Diego, what is the Cabrillo Festival commemorating?

A) The landing of Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo

B) The founding of San Diego

C) The discovery of California

D) The establishment of Cabrillo National Monument

Answer to Last Week's Trivia:

The San Diego neighborhood renowned for its annual Pride Parade and vibrant LGBTQ+ community is A) Hillcrest.

News

💼 Business

Pharmaceutical giant Novartis shutting down a San Diego site. (Link)

San Diego OK’d more new homes in 2023 than any year in decades. (Link)

🏒 Sports

Holiday Bowl retains tie-in with current and former Pac-12 teams for the next two seasons. (Link)

Japan’s Yuka Nishina wins at Junior Worlds; future Falcons deliver in 13-14 age group. (Link)

🏦 Finance

Comic-Con agrees to stay in San Diego through 2026, but warns high hotel rates threaten future years. (Link)

Upcoming Events

Here are some events that are happening in our city this week. There is a good mix between sports, entertainment, conferences, concerts, and more.

Sports

🏉 Fiji vs All Blacks
SnapDragon Stadium, San Diego
Friday, Jul. 19th | (More info)

🏈 Bay Area Panthers at San Diego Strike Force
Pechanga Arena San Diego, San Diego
Saturday, Jul. 20th | (More info)

Music & Concerts

🎵 Survive Said The Prophet
Brick By Brick, San Diego
Monday, Jul. 15th | (More info)

🎵 One Step Closer
Soma Sidestage, San Diego
Tuesday, Jul. 16th | (More info)

Family

👩‍🍳 Kids Baking Summer Camp
16787 Bernardo Center Drive Ste 7A, San Diego
Tuesday, Jul. 16th | (More info)

Image of the Week

Every week, I have a habit of making some AI art about our city.

This week, I typed in “San Diego where each district represents a different season” and this is what I got.

Let me know what ideas you have for this. I really enjoy making these types of photos.

San Diego Historical Events

1961 - Inauguration of the Cabrillo Freeway, San Diego's first freeway.

In 1961, San Diego celebrated the inauguration of the Cabrillo Freeway, marking a significant milestone in the city's transportation infrastructure. The Cabrillo Freeway, also known as State Route 163, was the first freeway in San Diego County and one of the first in California. This four-lane route provided a modern, high-speed link between San Diego and San Bernardino and Riverside Counties, revolutionizing travel and connectivity in the region. Named after Juan Rodríguez Cabrillo, the first European to navigate the coast of present-day California, the freeway played a pivotal role in shaping the city's development and urban landscape.

The inauguration of the Cabrillo Freeway on February 28, 1961, was a historic moment for San Diego, signifying a new era of transportation and accessibility. The freeway's construction and opening represented a significant leap forward in modernizing the city's infrastructure and accommodating the growing population's transportation needs. As the first freeway ever built in San Diego, the Cabrillo Freeway set the stage for future freeway developments and became an integral part of the city's transportation network.

The Cabrillo Freeway's impact extended beyond transportation, influencing the city's urban planning and development. Its construction and subsequent expansion shaped the city's landscape, connecting neighborhoods and facilitating economic growth. The freeway's legacy as San Diego's first freeway continues to be a testament to the city's commitment to progress and innovation in transportation infrastructure.

Famous People From San Diego

Wyatt Earp - (1848-1929)

Wyatt Berry Stapp Earp was born on March 19, 1848, in Monmouth, Illinois. He was the fourth child of Nicholas and Virginia Ann Earp, and his early life was marked by a series of adventures and challenges that would shape his legendary status in the American West.

Early Life and Adventures (1848-1864)

Wyatt Earp's early years were filled with travel and change as his family moved from Illinois to Iowa, and later to California. His formative years were marked by the turmoil of the Civil War, and he experienced the impact of the conflict on the western frontier.

Life in the Wild West (1865-1879)

Earp's journey into the Wild West began in the 1860s, where he found work as a teamster, buffalo hunter, and lawman. His experiences in Kansas, Missouri, and Texas laid the foundation for his future as a prominent figure in the Old West.

The Gunfight at the O.K. Corral (1881)

One of the most defining moments in Wyatt Earp's life was his involvement in the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral in Tombstone, Arizona. This infamous shootout, which took place on October 26, 1881, solidified Earp's reputation as a lawman and gunslinger.

San Diego Years (1887-1896)

After the events in Tombstone, Wyatt Earp and his wife, Sadie, moved to San Diego in 1887. During this time, they invested in local businesses and real estate, becoming part of the booming local economy. Their time in San Diego marked a period of relative stability and prosperity for the couple.

Later Years and Legacy (1897-1929)

In the later years of his life, Wyatt Earp continued to be involved in various business ventures and maintained his status as a prominent figure in the Old West. He passed away on January 13, 1929, in Los Angeles, California, leaving behind a legacy that continues to captivate and inspire.

Key Achievements of Wyatt Earp:

• Notable lawman and gunslinger in the American West.

• Involved in the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral, a defining moment in Old West history.

• Invested in businesses and real estate in San Diego, contributing to the local economy.

• Remembered as a prominent figure in the history of the American West.

• His legacy continues to be celebrated and explored in popular culture and historical narratives.

Wyatt Earp's life was a testament to the adventurous spirit and resilience of the American frontier. His legacy as a lawman, gambler, and businessman continues to be a source of fascination and inspiration for generations to come.

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