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Adelanto

Adelanto

Settled in San Bernardino County, Adelanto calls the Mojave Desert home and enjoys close access to the varied landscapes of Big Bear Lake and Angeles National Forest. The sleepy residential town was once famous for its fresh fruit and ...

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9 things you should know about Adelanto

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Nestled in the Victor Valley of California, Adelanto is a city with a rich history.

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With a population of more than 38,000 people, Adelanto is the largest city in San Bernardino County.

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Adelanto was founded in 1915 by E. H. Richardson, the inventor of what became the Hotpoint electric iron.

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The city was renamed Adelanto in 1917, derived from the Spanish phrase for "advancement".

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Adelanto is home to the Adelanto Detention Facility, the largest private immigration detention center in the...

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Adelanto is home to the Southern California Logistics Airport, the largest and busiest commercial airport in...

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Adelanto is home to the High Desert Mavericks, a minor league baseball team affiliated with the Texas Rangers.

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Adelanto is the site of the Adelanto Grand Prix, an annual off-road race event.

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Adelanto is the only city in the High Desert region of California to have its own school district.

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