City of Corona Issues October Update: Drug Take-Back Site at Police Department on Oct. 24; Nov. 3 Election Information Released
CORONA, Riverside County, California — The City of Corona has issued its October municipal update. In coordination with the DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, a drop-off site will operate on Saturday, October 24, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Corona Police Department, 730 Public Safety Way, where residents can turn in expired or unused medication.
For Election Day on Tuesday, November 3, the city has published voter information on in-person voting locations and official ballot drop-off sites; voters may cast a ballot in person or return a completed ballot to an official drop-off location.
The city has also released its 2026 State of the City video, "Grand By Design," covering the city's vision, progress and design initiatives, and is inviting residents to complete a survey to share ideas and priorities for its new strategic plan.
Other items include souvenir Pink Patches on sale for $10 each, cash only, with all proceeds benefiting the Pink Patch Project; patches for both the Corona Fire and Police departments are available at 730 Public Safety Way (first floor) and 735 Public Safety Way (second floor). The Mayor's Youth Council for 2026–2027 has been introduced, giving young residents a way to learn about local government. The Corona 5000, a 5K run/walk on the historic Grand Boulevard loop, returns on February 27, 2027, with a new Kids 500 added; the city advises registering early for early-bird rates.
Recurring and upcoming activities listed in the update include the Corona Farmer's Market every Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Sixth and Main; Cars & Coffee every Saturday from 7 to 9 a.m.; and a two-hour "Nocturnal Animals" hike on Saturday, October 24 at 8 a.m. at Green River Ranch Trail, where participants can learn about nocturnal wildlife and their impact on local habitats. (Source: City of Corona October 2026 municipal newsletter)
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