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Saving Sea Life | Restaurant Scene: Saturday Smiles
Plus, a teen donates a prize she won to a teacher who was just out of the a hospital; recognizing excellence; a cancer recovery story.
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA — There's plenty to smile about in Southern California. Here are a few of the lighter stories that caught out eye this week —
SeaWorld San Diego Rescues Nearly 900 Marine Animals In 2019
SeaWorld San Diego announced Tuesday that its animal rescue team has rescued nearly 900 marine animals so far this year.
Endangered Sea Turtle Released Into Wild Following Rescue
The Aquarium of the Pacific Vet team rehabilitated a female green sea turtle found with a fishhook in her esophagus.
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San Diego Zoo Web Series On Penguin Colony To Premiere
A webseries about the San Diego Zoo will premiere on the zoo's social media channels, focusing on the zoo's colony of African penguins.
Watch This Fin-Tastic Whale Breach Off Dana Point Shore
The sight of this majestic creature breaking the still lens of the ocean waves is both awe-inspiring and exhilarating!
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Safari Park's Rhino Calf Meets Other Rhino For First Time
Edward and his mother, Victoria, had been sequestered from the rest of the herd since his birth in July at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park.
New Chinese Cultural Arts Studio For Kids Opens In Encino
MandarinArts offers classes for ages 1- 16 with the goal of teaching the language in a fun environment of music, dance and drama.
Mama's Kitchen Kicks Off Annual Pie Bake Sale And Fundraiser
The 15th annual Mama's Pies Thanksgiving Bake Sale will raise funds to combat hunger among residents with illnesses like cancer and HIV.
The Blind Pig Kitchen + Bar Sets Opening Date In Yorba Linda
This new restaurant marks the second location for fan-favorite eatery that began in Rancho Santa Margarita.
Westin's 20|Twenty Eatery Names New Chef de Cuisine In Carlsbad
Michael Levine hails from Union Kitchen and Tap in Encinitas and has culinary background with focus on seasonally sourced menus.
2 New Restaurants Join Universal CityWalk Line-Up
Antojitos Cocina Mexicana and VIVO Italian Kitchen are latest additions to the entertainment district.
Enjoy 'Chowder For A Cause' In Newport Beach
Proceeds from each clam chowder soup sold this month at Fly N’ Fish Oyster Bar & Grill will go to Make-A-Wish. Eat up!
If This Doesn't Satisfy Your Seafood Cravings, Nothing Will
This over-the-top, jumbo "El Jefe" is available for a limited time at three South Bay restaurants. Dive in!
SteelCraft Garden Grove Celebrates Its Progress
Wilson Creek Winery of Temecula will be newest addition to the Orange County market, an open-air eatery created from shipping containers.
San Diego Teacher Among Winners Of Wayfair Classroom Contest
A San Diego third grade teacher was one of five educators across the country chosen to receive new classroom furniture, storage and decor.
USS Dewey Receives Award First Established By Theodore Roosevelt
The San Diego-homeported USS Dewey is a first-time winner of the award, which is kept on display at the Pacific Fleet headquarters.
Encinitas, Small Business Experts Offer Free Consultations
The city of Encinitas and North San Diego Small Business Development Center will begin offering free consultations to small business owners.
Glendora Field Goal Contest Winner Gives Prize To Ailing Coach
The soccer player was the lone kicker to win the field goal competition, winning a year's supply of Chick-Fil-A, but she gave it all away.
Two Orange County Girl Scouts Win National Honors
Megan Loh and Isabella Madrigal-- have been named 2019 National Gold Award Girl Scouts, an honor only 5 OC girl scouts have ever earned.
'Hope For The Future': A Laguna Niguel Nurse's Cancer Recovery
Lynn Maurillo shares on her fight with breast cancer, help from her sadness at the loss of her son, help from others, & hope for the future.
SD County Students Show Steady Results On Standardized Tests
San Diego County students' performance on standardized tests in English and math mostly held steady from the previous year.
OC Firefighters Assist With Sylmar, Ventura, Riverside Fires
Strike teams and structure defense teams lent a hand for the Saddleridge, Wendy, and Reche fires. At home, OCFA remains fully staffed.
Tesla Opens Sales, Service And Delivery Center In Carlsbad
The center will be used to help meet demand for Tesla vehicles in San Diego County as well as offer service for local owners.
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