$5M Lottery Ticket + 33 Pets Rescued + New Toll Lanes: Saturday Smiles

Amazon opens first disaster relief hub; astronaut prepares for space mission; spicy chicken chain expands to SoCal; and more nice news.

$44M Winning Ticket + 'Poltergeist' House On Market: Saturday Smiles

Dumping ground transformed into "magical park;" restaurants win grants; scientists study rare deep-sea fish; and more nice SoCal news.

New Disneyland Rides; Happy Meals; Great Bee Mystery: Saturday Smiles

Actor gets Hollywood Walk of Fame star; kayakers and snorkelers find rare deep-sea fish; Mattel expands footprint; and more nice SoCal news.

$1M Lottery Ticket; Michelin Stars; Olympic Winners: Saturday Smiles

Panda-monium returns to the San Diego Zoo; Girl Scout gets Medal of Honor; lifeguards receive Medals of Valor; and more nice SoCal news.

Red Cross Emergency Blood Shortage: How Santee Residents Can Help

The nation's blood supply blood has fallen by more than 25% since July 1, according to the Red Cross.

$100K Jackpot + 50 Pets Rescued + $10K Scholars Award: Saturday Smiles

Firefighters save cat stuck in spare tire; graduate earns scholars award; KAABOO music fest could return in 2025; and more nice SoCal news.

2 Meteor Showers Peak Over Santee

Delta Aquariids, Alpha Capricornids share peak. When to look up in Alameda.

'Ghostly' Dolphin Spotted + Snoop Dogg To Carry Torch: Saturday Smiles

Actor owns pickleball team; 17 condor chicks hatch at zoo; Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood coming to amusement park; and more nice SoCal news.

Discounted Disney Tickets + Public Debut For Pandas: Saturday Smiles

Increased Lottery prize payouts; new restaurants; top-ranked hospitals; and more nice SoCal news.

$284K Winning Ticket + Taco Bell Retirement Community: Saturday Smiles

New Michelin Guide restaurants; new panda pictures; rehabilitated mountain lion; released owl; remarkable bear; and more nice SoCal news.

4 Winning Scratchers + 'World's Largest Rubber Duck': Saturday Smiles

Arts center to reopen for the first time since the pandemic; local Girl Scouts honored; must-see islands; and more nice SoCal news.

Pandas Return To SoCal + Reimagined Camp Snoopy Opens: Saturday Smiles

Disneyland Genie+ changes; city's oldest restaurant celebrates milestone; endangered Baird's tapir born at zoo; and more nice SoCal news.

Most Expensive Home Sale + 8 Flamingo Chicks Hatch: Saturday Smiles

Haunted Mansion has reopening date; Filipino restaurant survives hate-fueled vandalism; stuffed burro "Jorge;" and more nice SoCal news.

Full Strawberry Moon Ushers In Summer: When To See It In Santee

It doesn't happen often that the solstice falls within a day of the full moon, making the moon look bigger and lower in the sky.

Got Mosquitos? How Santee Residents Can Help Stop The Spread

"In addition to the county's diligent vector control efforts, people can make a difference at home or work," by adding free mosquito fish.

2-For-1 Ticket Deal; Free Tacos; 6-Story Rubber Duck: Saturday Smiles

$1 movies at Regal Cinemas; chef wins James Beard Award; teachers get grants; Father's Day restaurant promotions; and more nice SoCal news.

$1M Winning Scratchers Ticket; TV Star Saves Children: Saturday Smiles

Disney previews Tiana's Bayou Adventure; 23 brown pelicans rehabilitated and released; and more nice SoCal news.

8 New Trader Joe's; Best Beaches; Strikeout Record: Saturday Smiles

Decades-long college student graduates with celebrated legacy; rescued sea otter pup gets new home; and more nice SoCal news.

$164K Lottery Ticket; Bear Brothers; Best Hotel: Saturday Smiles

Local "American Idol" crowned winner; popular Disneyland show to return; North America's first Lego World Parade; and more nice SoCal news.

Town For Sale For $6.6M; America's Favorite Teacher: Saturday Smiles

Dolly Parton-inspired donuts; endangered pupfish thriving; mountain lion and seals rehabilitated; and more nice SoCal news.

$419K Winning Ticket; 5 Baby Penguins; 5 Scholars: Saturday Smiles

Massive Disneyland expansion approved, Oogie Boogie Bash dates released, National Merit Scholarships announced, and more nice SoCal news.

$5M Scratcher; Pandas Coming To SoCal; Sea Creatures: Saturday Smiles

White killer whale makes rare appearance, North America's first Lego World Parade, Ryan Gosling surprises fans, and more nice SoCal news.

3 Winning Lottery Tickets; Owl Rescued From Fire: Saturday Smiles

Best schools, free SeaWorld tickets, photos from Coachella, new burger joint, scholarship winners, and more nice SoCal news.

$38K SuperLotto Plus Ticket Sold In East County

The SuperLotto Plus numbers were drawn Wednesday evening.

Catfish Opener Weekend Event Returns To Santee Lakes

Lakes 2, 3 and 4 will be stocked with 2,500 pounds of catfish​ for the two-day Catfish Opener, according to event organizers.

$38K Winning Ticket; 70 Baby Tortoises; Safest Cities: Saturday Smiles

Best senior homes ranked, local astronaut goes to space, locked-out dog rescued, top hospital recognized, and more nice California news.

County To Drop Mosquito Larvicide On Waterways In Santee

Helicopter larvicide drops​​ will cover nearly 1,400 acres of hard-to-reach potential mosquito breeding areas across San Diego County.

$38K SuperLotto Plus Ticket Sold In East County

The SuperLotto Plus numbers were drawn Wednesday evening.

Strict New Limits On Water Chemicals Announced: See Santee Impacts

The rule is the first national drinking water limit on toxic PFAS, which have been linked to various health issues.

Nearly 1,300 Without Power In Santee Area

The outage was affecting customers in the Lake Murray, Mission Gorge and Sycamore Canyon communities, according to SDG&E.

$1.08B Winning Ticket; Dog Found 2,000 Miles Away: Saturday Smiles

Local bar and chef named James Beard Award nominees, San Diego ranks as healthiest SoCal city, and more nice SoCal news.

Total Solar Eclipse: How Much We'll See In Santee, When To See It

Though the eclipse will be total for about 32 million people in the United States, it will be partial here in San Diego County.

Community Clean Up And Shred Event Scheduled At Santee City Hall

Community members can drop off unwanted items such as appliances, mattresses, furniture and tree limbs.

Stunning Santee Sunset: Photos Of The Day

Patch loves photos! Share your photos with Patch and your work could be featured.

Early Bird Tickets On Sale For Santee's Brews And Bites Festival

The 14th annual event will feature a bevy of brews, fine wines, tasty treats and music.

Patch Wants To Feature Your Best Photos Of Santee

Share your awesome photos of Santee with Patch. Here's how to do it.

$1M Winning Ticket; Coyote Pups Found; Easter Events: Saturday Smiles

Best places to live, climate credits, Easter events, mural project, seismic concert, and more nice SoCal news.

Will I See The Total Solar Eclipse In Santee?

Though the eclipse will be total for some 32 million people in the United States, it will be partial here in San Diego County.

SanTree Day Canceled In Santee

The event was scheduled to take place at Town Center Community Park West.

Dino Valley Land Opens; New Disneyland Fireworks: Saturday Smiles

Chuck E. Cheese launches cookbook, glowing orb lights up sky, local breweries win awards, and more nice SoCal news.