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Flood Victim Reunites With Dogs; Elephant Dances In Rain: Sat Smiles
Actor breaks ground on foster homes to keep siblings together, students win first place at academic competition, 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.
Animals
Blind Harbor Seal Pup Rescued In Palos Verdes Moving To Forever Home
The now nearly 1-year-old harbor seal pup has come a long way since his discovery on a Palos Verdes beach just days after his birth.
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Dogs, People Rescued From Swollen Rivers In The Inland Empire
Rescue teams across the Inland Empire worked to save people.
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Mama Wallaby Shares Her Baby Joey With Living Desert Zoo Crowd
Though there are few signs of spring in Southern California, a baby joey emerged from its mama's pouch this week at The Living Desert Zoo.
San Diego Flood Victim Reunites With Dogs After Devastating Storm
"They were there for my fur babies and for me," Patricia said about San Diego Humane Society.
Southwest Riverside County Dog Up For 'America's Favorite Pet': How To Vote
Meet Bear, a paws-itively amazing French Bulldog from Temecula, sitting pretty in 3rd place for the contest, with just over a day to vote!
Watch: Elephant Dances In The Rain At San Diego Zoo
Staff members captured Nipho running, trumpeting and splashing in the rain at the San Diego Zoo's Elephant Odyssey habitat.
Arts and Entertainment
The 13-time Grammy Award-winner said she is extending her "Just Like That…" tour with 30+ added stops, including one in Riverside County.
Christian Bale Breaks Ground On Foster Homes To Keep Siblings Together
The "Dark Knight" worked for 16 years on a project to build homes and a center in LA County to keep siblings in foster care together.
Hollywood Bowl 2024 Lineup: Beck, Mitski, Boyz II Men, Chaka Khan
The Hollywood Bowl's 2024 season begins in June. Heres's a list of who's playing and when you can buy tickets.
Los Lobos, Los Lonely Boys Joining Forces In Riverside County
The bands will perform together this summer and tickets go on sale Feb. 9.
MSJC Faculty Art Exhibition Underway
"This MSJC Faculty Exhibition 2024 is curated to inspire students to connect with artwork by a faculty member ...," the college said.
Business
Oregon-based company Dutch Bros. Coffee plans to open its first location in Orange County.
New Pet Hospital To Celebrate Grand Opening In Encinitas
Tell Tail Moonlight Veterinary Urgent Care will celebrate its grand opening Thursday and unveil the pet hospital's evening urgent care.
Saks Fifth Avenue Opens New Store In Former Beverly Hills Barneys
Saks Fifth Avenue is expanding its West Coast flagship presence with a new store in Beverly Hills.
Community
2 Rescued From Flooded San Diego River In San Diego
The victims were stuck on the south San Diego River bank, authorities said.
3 Saved In Overnight Swift Water Rescue Amid Inland Empire Flooding
San Bernardino County Fire Department worked for hours to rescue three people trapped atop their car in the Cajon Pass.
The park is proposed on vacant land east of Palomar Street, south of Gierson Avenue and southeast of Pasadena Street.
Executive Women’s Leadership Convention Coming To Riverside County
The event is organized by the Leadership Center at the Riverside County Office of Education.
Los Angeles' One Weird Trick To Build Affordable Housing At No Public Cost
The term "unsubsidized 100% affordable project" was once an oxymoron. Under Mayor Karen Bass, LA is now approving them by the hundreds
Master Composter Certificate Training Offered In Palm Desert
There are two methods of training available: in-person or virtual online.
Woman Rescued From 25-Foot Deep Hole After Torrential IE Rainstorm
San Bernardino County Fire Department firefighters worked to retrieve the woman who fell into a hole in the backyard of a Fontana home.
Woman Wins Land Rover At Agua Caliente Casinos ACE Club Giveaway
What would lit feel like to win a new car? ACE Club member Karen Harris got the keys to this Land Rover Defender in a Casino giveaway.
Health
Foundation Pledges $2M To Rady For Kawasaki Disease Research
Kawasaki disease is a rare condition that typically affects children and can be life-threatening if not treated quickly.
Schools
Community Colleges Could Offer 4-Year Nursing Degree Under New CA Bill
The legislation would authorize the state's Chancellor of the Community Colleges to select up to 15 districts to offer degrees.
Palm Desert High School Takes 1st Place In Academic WorldQuest Event
The PDHS team members included Sareen Bhakta, Kiamehr Karagah, Shaurya Mahajan, Tilda Rector and Coach Patricia Lizza.
Sports
Padres To Host Public Celebration Of Life For Late Owner Peter Seidler
Padres players, team and league executives, local dignitaries, and family members are scheduled to attend the March 23 event.
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