Zendaya Donates $100K + Man’s Centennial Birthday: Saturday Smiles

Are you in need of some uplifting news? We have gathered up some of the lighter news stories you may have missed to help brighten up your stormy weekend.

Fremont Is America's Happiest City In 2024: New WalletHub Study

• The study looked at 180 of the largest U.S. cities. Fremont came out almost 5 points ahead of its closest rival.

Pleasanton Man Celebrates 100th Birthday With Surprise Party

• Over 100 family, friends, and local leaders surprised Stoneridge Creek resident Dan Ashton on his centennial birthday.

Zendaya Makes $100K Donation To Cal Shakes Theater Program

• The "Dune" and "Euphoria" star actress is an alumna of Cal Shakes and helped out at The Bruns while growing up in Oakland.

San Francisco Restaurant Wins Coveted James Beard Award

• Named an America’s Classics Awards winner, this unpretentious eatery has been in business for 40 years.

Anticipated Berkeley Restaurant Opens Friday

• Featured by both the Chronicle and EaterSF, will this become the toughest reservation to land in Berkeley? Explore the buzz!

New School For Teen Parents Opens In San Leandro

• The school operates in partnership with a preschool, providing care and instruction for parents and children alike.

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