Bald Eagle Nestcam | Local Olympic Hopeful: Saturday Smiles

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA — Here are some of the stories that brought us a smile this week —

Watch: Bobcat Prowls Through Agoura Hills Backyard

• Video as seen on the Neighbors app shows a bobcat slinking through a backyard in Agoura Hills.

Kelsey Plum To Play On U.S. Team In Olympic Qualifying Tournament

• Former La Jolla Country Day School star Kelsey Plum will be part of the team competing at the 2020 FIBA 3x3 Olympic Qualifying Tournament.

WATCH LIVE: SoCal Awaits First Bald Eagle Chicks Of 2020

• "Rather than worry, speculate or make pronouncements, we would prefer to be diligent observers of nature in all of its beauty ... ."

'Buy Shirt To Save Seals': Marine Mammal Care Center Fundraiser

• The Marine Mammal Care Center is the only 24/7 hospital for marine mammals in LA County. They are in desperate need of funds to stay open.

Afro-Latinx Festival; Chili Cook-Off; Mardi Gras: SoCal Weekend

• Looking for things to do this weekend in Southern California? Patch has you covered.

Dickens Festival Returns To Riverside County

• During the two-day event that begins Saturday, the city will be transformed into Victorian-era London.

BeachLife Festival Announces New Additions To Lineup

• The BeachLife Festival added nine new artists to the lineup for the May 1-3 beachfront festival at Seaside Lagoon in Redondo Beach.

284 CA Hotels, Restaurants Earn Prestigious AAA Diamond Rankings

• The Auto Club released its Four and Five Diamond hotel and restaurant designations. See the top-rated hotels and restaurants in California.

'Les Cactus' Boutique Hotel With '60s Vibe Opens In Palm Springs

• The recently refurbished, 27-room property blends an affordable Airbnb feel with stylish accommodations. Pet friendly, too!

1 Year Of Beach Life Fitness Boutique: Free Anniversary Event

• Beach Life Fitness Boutique is celebrating their one year anniversary in Redondo Beach with a day full of classes, speakers and more.

The Heritage Ranch In Encinitas Seeks Volunteers

• The Heritage Ranch at San Dieguito Heritage Museum needs volunteers.

West Coast Self-Storage To Open New Location In Carlsbad

• The new Carlsbad location is the 64th storage facility for the regional storage provider.

$9M Rehab For Old YMCA In Temecula Gets Closer

• City council members are set to review the project and potentially make approvals that will push the nearly $9 million dollar rehab forward.

UC Riverside Receives Nearly $1M In Federal Grant Money

• The money will be used to support programs geared toward apprenticeships in advanced manufacturing, healthcare, IT and other sectors.

Property Tax Postponement Deadline Extended In San Diego County

• Homeowners hit by natural disasters in 26 California counties have more time to apply for the Property Tax Postponement program.

$34M In Improvements To Carlsbad Poinsettia Station Completed

• The improvements include new shelter enhancements, lengthened passenger platforms, safety fencing between tracks and customer amenities.

New San Diego County Initiatives On Youth, Mental Health Unveiled

• Board of Supervisors Chairman Greg Cox unveiled new initiatives on mental health and at-risk youth during the State of the County speech.

Oceanside Breaks Ground On Advanced Water Purification Project

• Oceanside officials broke ground Wednesday on Pure Water Oceanside, a recycled-water purification plant.

Saying 'I Do' At The Car Wash: Photos

• Now we wait to hear which couple, of those who got married on Valentine's Day at Imperial Beach Soapy Joe's, wins a free honeymoon.

Food and Restaurants:

Giddyup, Steak Fans! A New Restaurant Is Movin' In

• LongHorn Steakhouse, popular purveyor of steaks, ribs, chicken and seafood, is opening its first California location in Rancho Cucamonga.

Dine For A Cause: Local Cafe's Entree Supports 'Heal The Bay'

• Proceeds from Cafe del Rey's limited-time Crispy Arctic Char will benefit the Santa Monica-based champions of clean and healthy waters.

All-Star 'Top Chef' Roster Announced For Bravo’s Food & Wine Fest

• Enjoy quickfire challenges, Q&As & food tastings with fan faves. Tickets on sale for two-day extravaganza at Universal Studios Hollywood.

Artisan Pickle Biz Joins LA Original Farmers Market Line-Up

• Canada-based Kaylin & Hobbs launched its first U.S. shop in Los Angeles, selling NYC-deli-style pickles with a twist of eclectic flavors.

Best S.D. Sipping Spots For National Margarita Day

• Check out the San Diego County restaurants standing by, ready to celebrate the cocktail on its "big day" Saturday, Feb. 22.

Best O.C. Sipping Spots For National Margarita Day

• Check out the Orange County restaurants standing by, ready to celebrate the cocktail on its "big day" Saturday, Feb. 22.

'Ay, Caramba' To Exotic Margaritas: A Patch Recipe Share

• Boost your bartending skills on National Margarita Day with these cocktails that go way, way, way beyond basic tequila and mix

Real Estate:

Charlton Heston's Former Beverly Hills Home For Sale

• The actor had the home custom-built after "Ben-Hur" wrapped in 1959, and sometimes referred to it as "the house that 'Ben-Hur' built."

CA Homes That Invite Multi-Generation Living

• Are you looking for a home where you, your kids, and your parents can all live comfortably? Look inside these homes, priced from $630,000.

Dreaming Of Retirement? Check Out These CA Homes

• Desert, beach, city, and river communities are all available for the soon-to-retire who plan to downsize.