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$5M Winning Lotto Ticket; Dog Wins Best In Show: Saturday Smiles
A blue whale was spotted off the coast, a kitten with its head stuck was rescued from a truck, and more nice SoCal news.
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA — To keep your weekend light, Patch presents some positive Southern California stories from the past week — many that hopefully will brighten your day.
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Rare Blue Whale Spotted Off Dana Point Coast Sunday: Photos
Blue whale season is officially upon us, SoCal, and here are some breathtaking photos of what you can see out on the waters.
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RivCo Pooch Wins 'Best In Show' At Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show
Six-year-old CH Soletrader Buddy Holly bested the competition against 2,500 dogs.
Business
Evan Funke Opens New Restaurant In Beverly Hills
Pasta as theater. Pasta as storytelling. Pasta as delicious food. It's all at Mother Wolf chef Evan Funke's new Beverly Hills restaurant.
Open Mindfulness Studio Launches First LA Location In Venice
The mindfulness app for breathwork, meditation and movement officially opened its flagship in-person studio in Venice Tuesday.
Plans For New Grocery Market Take Root In South Orange County
Costa Mesa Planning Commissioners approved several entitlements for a proposed Northgate Market at their meeting this week.
Community
The grant was awarded by the Laguna Beach Festival of Arts Foundation on Tuesday.
$3.2M Powerball Ticket Sold In La Mesa
The Powerball numbers were drawn Monday evening.
1,750 Homes Planned Near Old Town Temecula, Mountain Lion Corridor
The development was challenged by conservation groups, and a judge ruled that a wildlife corridor must be protected.
Henry Winkler Discusses Success With OC Senior Citizens, Students
The 77-year-old "Happy Days" actor was welcomed to Laguna Niguel senior living community Crestavilla.
Homeless Man Saves Baby, Gains New Job And Outlook On Life
Ron Nessman was fresh off a job interview when he saw the baby stroller rolling into a busy street. Now, opportunities abound.
New Projects Planned In Murrieta Over Next 5 Years: See The List
This week, the Murrieta Planning Commission will review new Capital Improvement Projects proposed for the city.
Palos Verdes Estates Appoints New City Manager
Elaine Jeng will fill the position that was vacated after the former City Manager resigned in February.
The Flower Fields At Carlsbad Ranch Extends 2023 Season
Roughly 30 acres of Giant Tecolote Ranunculus are still in bloom.
Winning $5M Lotto Ticket Bought In OC
A Brea man was the lucky winner after playing the Year of Fortune scratcher game.
Education
28 San Diego Area Students Win National Merit Scholarships
The students will receive a $2,500 scholarship based on grades, test scores, extracurriculars, an essay and more.
BHUSD’s Music Education Program Receives National Recognition
The NAMM Foundation recognized Beverly Hills Unified School District's music programs.
Lake Elsinore Woman 'Persevered' At 82 To Earn Her PhD
Yolanda Calderon, founder and Director of Con Paz Organization, persevered for five years to earn her Doctor of Ministry degree this month.
RSM Teen Earns Fellowship To Help Him Make Magic
Working magician and Trabuco Hills High School student Om Darji was just named a 2023 fellow for the nonprofit Dragon Kim Foundation.
San Dieguito Union High School District Selects New Superintendent
Dr. Anne Staffieri currently serves as superintendent of Escondido Union High School District.
Events
Concert Series Comes To Santa Rosa Plateau Summer 2023: What To Know
The seven-week event kicks off with an opening night reception to meet the local artists and their works in the art show and live music.
The 24th annual event series kicks off May 18 along South Coast Highway 101.
Free Performance At Bluebird Park Saturday
Laguna Beach residents are encouraged to attend a free performance of "The Pirates of Penzance" by Pacific Opera Project.
Hot Rods And Cool Treats Carnival To Roll Back Into Carlsbad
The classic car show and carnival will take place Saturday at Pine Avenue Community Park.
Joshua Tree Music Festival Lineup: Nearly 40 Artists Performing
Makers Arcade Celebrates Mother's Day Weekend With Annual Spring Fair
The sixth annual Makers Arcade Spring Fair will feature more than 110 local makers. Many of the makers are moms celebrating Mother's Day.
Temecula Valley Balloon And Wine Festival: Thousands Expected
The event — a tradition going back to 1983 — will get underway on the afternoon of Friday, May 19.
White Party Palm Springs Begins Friday
The weekend event is an LGBTQ+ dance music festival featuring party-themed nights full of music, dancing and performances.
Health
Clearity Shines Light On 'Silent Killer' On Ovarian Cancer Day
San Diego-based Clearity Foundation is encouraging women to speak up and seek answers when it comes to their health.
Star Students
'A Role Model' In Temecula: Star Student
This honor roll student and Senior Girl Scout is responsible and loyal, according to her mother.
Carlsbad Star Student 'Goes Above And Beyond'
"Her dedication, hard work, and selflessness make her an exceptional student and a true asset to her school community."
Graduating With All A's In Fall 2023: Lake Elsinore Star Student
After struggling due to COVID school shutdowns, this Lake Elsinore star student is graduating early in the fall of 2023, his parents say.
La Mesa Star Student 'Makes The World A Better Place'
"Her passion is to educate and inspire others in ways to reduce their carbon footprint and build a sustainable, healthy world."
Murrieta Senior Celebrated For 'Sense Of Humor, Kind Heart, Hard Work'
This Murrieta student, Briannah, is headed to the University of Redlands on an athletic scholarship. See how to nominate your star student.
Murrieta Star Student 'Works Hard To Help Others'
Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize Star Students, and we’re working to tell the stories of these outstanding kids.
San Diego Star Student 'Befriended Many In Need'
"She is respected, loyal, honest and true to her family and friends."
Nicholas Lindlar "displays and acts on leadership roles for school and friends."
San Diego Star Student Is A Proven Leader, Community Builder
"I am in awe of Sophie's level of commitment, organization, diligence, and ability to community build."
Star 'Plays Guitar, School Of Rock Band' Temecula Star Student
"Macy is the type of student that will light up a teacher's classroom with her smile and her spirit when she walks onto campus."
'The Sky's The Limit' For Murrieta Middle Schoolers: Star Students
Lexie Blood nominated Warm Springs Middle School Wildcat Diamond Guard of Murrieta as star students.
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