Winning Lotto Ticket; Blue Whale; Free Fries: Saturday Smiles

Do you need a smile? Here are some of the lighter stories from Southern California this week.

First Blue Whale Sighting In Dana Point Reveals This Gentle Giant

Only 1% of the population has ever witnessed seeing a blue whale swim in the ocean. This class of Laguna Niguel students got a rare treat.

Rare, Okapi Calf 'Elombe' Makes Zoo Debut

From an endangered-species lineage, "little" "Eli" is out and about since his birth, exploring his habitat at the San Diego Zoo. PHOTOS.

Breathtaking Sunset Surf In Laguna Beach: Patch Photo Of The Week

Patch loves photos! be sure and share your favorite pictures of your world with Patch!

Mediterranean Eatery Daphne’s To Open In Mission Valley

Score free gyro fries on the restaurant's opening day!

Must-Do Spring Disneyland List: Princess Breakfast, Carousel

Spring is in full bloom at Disneyland! make the most out of your next trip by planning your adventure: Princess Breakfast, Carousel & more.

Coronado-Based Logistics Specialist Named Sailor Of The Year

Congrats to Logistics Specialist 1st Class Sindy Johnson, who moved to U.S. in 2001 at age 15 from Nicaragua and joined the Navy at 18.

Mega Millions Winning Ticket Bought In San Juan Capistrano

A San Juan Capistrano area store sold a winning ticket worth over $500K in Tuesday night's Mega Millions drawing.

Giving Day Raises Over $75K For Laguna Area Non-Profits

Protect and Preserve Giving Day raised funds for Laguna Beach area non-profits, challenging residents to "give where their heart lives."

San Diego Zoo To Star In New Animal Planet Series

The show will focus on the zoo, Sarari Park and San Diego Zoo Global's fight against extinction.

Kidnapped Costa Mesa Woman Rescued In Uganda

Kimberly Sue Endicott was freed Sunday, and was expected to be returned to the U.S. Embassy Monday, officials said.

Alzheimer's Project: SD County Supervisors Seek To Expand Program

Alzheimer's disease is the third-leading cause of death in San Diego County, and cases are only growing, officlals said.

Wellness Center Approved In Orange County

A total of $18 million will be allocated for a new mental health emergency room "of sorts" according to the OC Supes.

Paradise Point Resort 'Adopts' Ocean Beach Elementary School

While resort workers will volunteer at the campus, students will be treated to up-close, behind-the scenes peeks of the hotel business.

SMCHS Raises $300K At Eagle Classic Golf Tournament

Santa Margarita Catholic High School raised a record-breaking amount at the annual contest, hosted by Coto de Caza Golf and Racquet Club.

Free Car Washes For San Diegans: Save The Date

Does your vehicle need a bath? The last day to sign up online for the Soapy Joe's freebie is Wednesday, April 17.

Santa Anita Derby Weekend Goes Off Without A Hitch

Trainer Bob Baffert's colt Roadster won over a quiet weekend, as the track announces that talks on moving races were "scrubbed."

Little Free Library Unveiled In Laguna Beach

You see them on street corners & in front of homes. These little libraries encourage reading, sharing and the art of helping each other.