🌱 Patch AM: Wings For A Cause! Support Grossmont College OTA Students and 11 more events

Be sure to catch Del Mar/San Diego MEGA Reptile Expo - Sept. 12-13, 2026 on the Santee Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Wings For A Cause! Support Grossmont College OTA Students and 11 more events

Also, don’t miss Del Mar/San Diego MEGA Reptile Expo - Sept. 12-13, 2026 on the Santee Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Wings For A Cause! Support Grossmont College OTA Students and 11 more events

Happening soon: Del Mar/San Diego MEGA Reptile Expo - Sept. 12-13, 2026 on the Santee Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Free Howl-O-Scream Tickets + 6 Rare Rattlesnakes Born + Trader Joe's Expanding In SoCal: Saturday Smiles

Make time for No School - Labor Day Observance on the Santee Patch calendar

Free Howl-O-Scream Tickets + 6 Rare Rattlesnakes Born + Trader Joe's Expanding In SoCal: Saturday Smiles

Culinary students cook up 1st place win; rescued condor chick gets specialized care; Toys R Us opening new store; and more nice SoCal news.

🌱 Patch AM: Loan Fund Granted For Santee, East County Small Businesses In These Communities

Coming up: Del Mar/San Diego MEGA Reptile Expo - Sept. 12-13, 2026 on the Santee Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: September Brings Family Fun, Community Events To Santee

And check out Del Mar/San Diego MEGA Reptile Expo - Sept. 19-20, 2026 on the Santee Patch calendar

September Brings Family Fun, Community Events To Santee

A pancake breakfast, free outdoor movie and community cleanup are among the events planned this month.

🌱 Patch AM: Del Mar/San Diego MEGA Reptile Expo - Sept. 19-20, 2026 and 11 more events

And check out No School - Labor Day Observance on the Santee Patch calendar

3 Beluga Whales Rescued + Cheez-It Food Court Pop-Up + NASCAR Returning To SoCal: Saturday Smiles

New boxing program helps people with Parkinson's fight back; teacher begins career in exact same classroom; and more nice SoCal news.

Santee Lakes Fall, Winter Lineup Includes Spooktacular Trunk-Or-Treat, Water Lantern Festival

The seasonal lineup starts with Create on Deck workshops in September.

Santee SDCCU To Host Blood Drive As Supplies Remain Low

Donors will receive one free ticket to SeaWorld San Diego's Howl-O-Scream event while supplies last, according to SDCCU.

80-Cent Burgers + Healthiest Schools + Tomorrowland Update + Viral Runaway Pig Adopted: Saturday Smiles

Eagle nesting with Shadow could become his new mate; two red octopuses make public debut; and more nice SoCal news.

$1.47M Winning Ticket + Dog Missing Over 30 Days Reunited With Owner + SoCal Food Festivals: Saturday Smiles

Injured horse rescued from drainage area; celebrity floats past couple in wedding photobomb; restaurant openings; and more nice SoCal news.

Hawaiian Luau Returning To Santee Senior Living Community

The event is open to the public.

$10 Hotel Rooms + New Brewery Opening + New Pro Sports Team + Teachers' Lounge Makeover: Saturday Smiles

"I Know What You Did Last Summer" haunted house coming to SoCal; three orphaned raccoons rehabilitated; and more nice SoCal news.

Historic Theater Reopening + Baby Porcupine Born + All-Women Musical Fest + Summer Events: Saturday Smiles

Baby goats make their debut at zoo; breakfast spot opening new locations; holiday attraction coming to West Coast; and more nice SoCal news.

Red Cross Declares National Blood Crisis, Urges Santee Residents To Donate

Extreme heat, poor air quality and widespread foodborne illnesses have contributed to a sharp decline in blood donations this summer.

Discount Disney Tickets + Baby Baboon Born + Lego Festival Launches + Target Grand Opening: Saturday Smiles

Comic-Con returns to San Diego; endangered mice released on military base; Hello Kitty Cafe Truck Rolls into town; and more nice SoCal news.

Celebrity Chef Opens Restaurant + Watch Party With Orcas + Groundbreaking Gorilla Surgery: Saturday Smiles

Children's Museum to host Science & Engineering Night; Sublime, The Killers to headline new music festival; and more nice SoCal news.

Lego Pokémon Experience + Kitten And Puppy Yoga Class + Rare Skunks Released + Waymo Expands: Saturday Smiles

Center reopening after $100 million fire restoration; city breaks ground on park; local joins "Big Brother" cast; and more nice SoCal news.

Santee Senior Living Community To Unveil Mural Honoring San Diego History

Artist David Ybarra spent several months creating the large-scale mural, which depicts landmarks, community icons and historic moments.

$59 Disneyland Deal + New Costco Gas Station + In-N-Out Expansion + Shark Summer Returns: Saturday Smiles

Baseball team donates to earthquake relief; Rotary club funds basketball court project for Guatemalan community; and more nice SoCal news.

Santee Fire Department Receives Grant For New Firefighting Equipment

"This grant directly strengthens our ability to protect the Santee community when every second counts."

New Music Fest + Home Shatters Real Estate Records + July 4 Events + Sweet Thank-You Note: Saturday Smiles

Pop 2000 Tour coming to SoCal; Rare UNICORN heart procedure performed successfully; and more nice SoCal news.

Santee SDCCU Among 7 San Diego County Sites Hosting Blood Drives

"Community blood donations play a vital role in helping local hospitals care for patients in need."

Olympic Volunteers Needed + James Beard Winners + America250 Events In SoCal: Saturday Smiles

CERT trained mom spots son's medical emergency; McDonald's bringing back classic item ahead of America's 250th; and more nice SoCal news.

Make Your Mark In Santee On Father's Day: Patriotic Mural Mosaic Painting

Take part in a community Father's Day experience unlike any other.

Student Wins $2M Home + Bintlets Born + Free FIFA World Cup Tickets: Saturday Smiles

Bear joins elopement photo shoot; new Guinness World Record set in SoCal; World Cup retail pop-up stores open; and more nice SoCal news.

Rescued Black Bear Gets New Home + Life-Changing Jackpot + Restaurant Week Returns: Saturday Smiles

Camp program launches for children with developmental disabilities; local pizzeria named one of best in country; and more nice SoCal news.

$1.25 Million Winner At San Diego Casino, $14 Million In Casino Winnings Awarded So Far In 2026

Cue the drums and let the celebration begin because this win delivered a life-changing jackpot in San Diego to a California woman.

Jackpot Winner + New Michelin Guide Restaurants + Rent Aid Program + Spelling Bee Winner: Saturday Smiles

Food bank sends emergency aid to Orange County; restaurant offers free meals to first responders; and more nice SoCal news.

$5 Fair Tickets + Teachers Of The Year + Big Slot Machine Win + Summer Festivals: Saturday Smiles

Disneyland eliminating Park Hopper restriction; restaurant opens new location; SeaWorld opens new shark exhibit; and more nice SoCal news.

Puppy Prom + Rescued Pets Reunited With Owners + Best State Parks + P!nk Concert Fundraiser: Saturday Smiles

$1 concert tickets go on sale; "Brady Bunch" house now open for public tours; world's oldest oak is spared; and more nice SoCal news.

Santee Lakes Encourages Sun Safety With Free Sunscreen Program

As part of the initiative, three free sunscreen dispensers are currently installed at the park's Sprayground, boat dock and pool areas.

Big Change For Disneyland Ride + Rare Dove Hatches + Best Brunch Spots: Saturday Smiles

Bald eaglets named by schoolchildren; mountain lion released into wild; new acts added to county fair lineup; and more nice SoCal news.

Live Elephant Cam + Cinco De Mayo Events + BeachLife Fest+ Legoland World Cup Experience: Saturday Smiles

Crews rescue ducklings from storm drain grate; orphaned coyote pup begins new life; student wins grand prize; and more nice SoCal news.

New Spring Market To Bring Over 100 Vendors To Santee Lakes

"We are once again excited to welcome the public to a beautiful, outdoor space to shop and support local businesses."

HeroRATS + Donated Equipment Helps Save A Life + World Cup Tickets + World's Smallest Deer: Saturday Smiles

New shark encounter opening; restaurant celebrates 20 years with deals; students win National Merit Scholarships; and more nice SoCal news.

$2.24M Winning Ticket + Aquarium Reopening + Coachella Schedule + Fair Concert Lineup: Saturday Smiles

Another millionaire made at local casino; Boy Scout works to build neighborhood library; Erewhon opening new spot; and more nice SoCal news.

Why I Spent a Year Plus of My Life Working on a Movie Called “SHEEPDOG”

Veteran Movie Opens This Weekend Across the Country