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Vallejo Pride Flag Flies Again in Annual Ceremony

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Vallejo held its 13th annual Pride flag-raising ceremony on June 1, 2026, at City Hall, with community leaders and residents celebrating LGBTQ+ inclusion. - The flag was raised by Thomas Bilbo, Vallejo Gay Network coordinator, with help from Mayor Andrea Sorce and Councilmember Peter Bregenzer.

- Interim City Manager Harry Black praised diversity as something AI cannot duplicate. - Solano County Supervisor Cassandra James and Solano Pride Board Chair Stephan Clifford spoke in solidarity.

- The city council's May 26 proclamation recognized June as LGBTQ+ Month, citing threats to trans rights and the need for allyship. The event highlighted Vallejo's commitment to freedom, diversity, and acceptance, with upcoming Pride events including a picnic on Mare Island and a drag brunch.

This story was originally reported by timesheraldonline. Read the original article here.

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