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Winning Lotto Ticket In SoCal + New Disneyland Subs: Saturday Smiles

Charlie the stray has a new home; 4th of July fireworks, parades, restaurant deals; sneak inside a private country club; bid on a Studebaker

Charlie resting in front of his new home.
Charlie resting in front of his new home. (Photo: Kristi Paasch)

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA — If you are looking for the positive side of news, we are here to help. Patch has sweet Southern California stories we hope you will enjoy.

Are You Holding Los Angeles County's Winning SuperLotto Ticket?

One lucky SuperLotto player in Los Angeles County beat 1,592,937 to 1 odds.

Private Desert Island Country Club In Rancho Mirage Opens To Public

Visitors to the links can enjoy a club experience, chilled towels, umbrellaed carts, insulated water bottles and more.

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Sephora Opens Inside Santee Kohl's Store

The Santee location is one of 400 Sephora at Kohl's store openings planned nationwide this year.

Temecula Tourism On Upswing With Nearly 1 Million Visitors

Temecula Valley visitors are tapping into adventure, relaxation and shopping, as well as the region's wine and food offerings.

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Michael Dobrzycki mugs with Hank the septopus (seven-legged octopus) from "Finding Dory" at the refreshed submarine attraction. (Disneyland Resort Photo)

Disneyland Submarines Set Sail Again, New Additions Join Beloved Ride

Fans of the Disneyland Resort's famed submarines will soon take to the waters again, now with a well-known septapus in a prominent position.

Charlie's Home! RivCo Family Shares Harrowing Dog Adoption Story

The abandoned Boxer-mix was found covered in fleas and ticks, and he was dehydrated. His poor condition is well behind him.

Johnny Cash's Former SoCal House Listed For $1.8 Million

The Agoura Hills beach bus is up and running, helping residents catch an ocean breeze throughout the summer.

Marriott Announces Hiring Spree At Palm Desert Area Resorts

The company seeks to fill 200 job openings at five local resorts.

The LEGO Pride parade at LEGOLAND California is on the Miniland streets of San Francisco. (LEGOLAND California Resort)

Legoland California Celebrates Pride Month With Lego Pride Parade

LEGO Pride parades are on display at the Carlsbad-based park and at LEGOLAND Resorts and LEGOLAND Discovery Centers across the country.

State Allocates $79M For New Palm Desert CSUSB Student Center

"This is a big day for the CSUSB Palm Desert Campus and the Coachella Valley community," said Tomás D. Morales, president of CSUSB.

Beacon's Beach Access Trail And Parking Lot To Reopen

The access trail and parking lot were closed for eight weeks due to a reactivated landslide.

Low-Income RivCo Residents Gain Assistance With Pet Care

The Riverside County Board of Supervisors approved a $90,000 charitable grant to help residents take better care of their pets.

A Studebaker Golden Hawk is one of the many items up for bid during the July 13 auction. (Bid Fast and Last)

Public Auction Scheduled To Clear Out Property Of RivCo Descendants

The online auction is scheduled July 13, but items can be bid on now, according to the Riverside County Sheriff's Department.

Applicants Sought For Citizens' Law Enforcement Review Board

The vacancy is in San Diego County's Third Supervisorial District.

Supervisors Advance Energy Backup Proposal For Unincorporated Areas

The board advanced a proposal to help unincorporated area residents during power outages.

Federal Dollars Eyed For Murrieta Infrastructure Projects

Murrieta's Interstate 215/Keller Road Interchange Project and the city's emergency dispatch system are poised for federal funding.

Fourth of July concerts, runs, parades, festivals and fireworks are planned for the July 4th holiday weekend throughout Southern California. Pick your region below. (Shutterstock)

4th of July

Food and Restaurants

PUBlic House In Old Town Temecula Sells, New Owners Look To The Future

  • The Old Town Temecula restaurant opens this weekend under new ownership with two sold-out drag brunch shows. See what they have planned.

Buy Your Ticket For The "Golden Girls" Restaurant In Beverly Hills

  • Tickets went on sale Friday for an iconic "Golden Girls"-themed pop up restaurant opening in Beverly Hills in July.

Kids Eat Free On July 4th At Applebee's In San Diego Area

  • Customers can get a free kid's meal with the purchase of an adult entrée.

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