Suburban Bear Visitor; Restaurant News: Saturday Smiles

San Diego CA

14 May, 2021

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SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA — If you are looking for the positive side of news, we are here to help. Patch has sweet Southern California stories we hope you will enjoy. Film Festivals; Music Festival; Home Garden Show: SoCal Weekend Looking for things to do virtually and in person this weekend in Southern California? Patch has you covered. Santa Monica Community Beach Cleanup Planned For This Weekend Join the Santa Monica community for a beach cleanup Saturday at Lifeguard Tower 20. Young Black Bear Stirs Up Banning Neighborhood A CDFW official shares the Friday night experience with a young black bear in Banning. No Kitten Around! OC Firefighters Called In Rescue Family Pet Some Orange County kids called for the help of OCFA firefighters when their kitten got stuck in a tight spot.Guide Dogs Of The Desert Seeks Volunteer Puppy RaisersThe nonprofit has 20 poodles and black Labrador retrievers in need of foster families who can commit to 18-month terms, starting next month. SDG&E Begins Wildfire-Fighting Pilot Program With Goats Around 220 goats are helping San Diego Gas & Electric take a bite out of potential wildfire ignition sources and carbon emissions. Saweetie Performs For Crowd At The Santa Monica Pier Rapper Saweetie performed at the iconic Santa Monica Pier over the weekend. She even asked for donations. Sebastian Maniscalco To Perform At Fantasy Springs Resort Casino Tickets for the Nov. 13 show go on sale Friday. Frank Sinatra's Palm Desert Hideaway Hits Market Again: $4.25M Built in 1970, Villa Maggio is perched high above the city and features 360-degree views. Bachelor Pad No More, Jade Roper & Tanner Tolbert Sell SJC Home "Bachelor in Paradise" costars sell their San Juan Capistrano dream home where she famously gave birth in the master bedroom closet for $3M. Suzanne Somers, Alan Hamel Sell Palm Springs Estate Situated on 28 acres about five minutes from downtown Palm Springs, the abode comprises five structures — a main house and four villas. AMCS Raises Nearly $250K At Fundraiser To Support Mental Health AMCS raised nearly $250,000 during its celebration and fundraiser to help support mental health services. Blue Shield Gives $150K To Inland Empire Nonprofits Six local organizations that support youth and communities of color will each receive $25,000 from the health care provider. Call For Kindness Winners Include PeachTree Pad In San Diego A teenager in San Diego is among those recognized in the national contest by the Riley's Way Foundation.IRS Announces Tax Refund For Some Who Claimed Relief MoneyThe reason for the recalculation of returns and refunds stems from provisions of the American RescueCulver City Hall Reopens For Appointments Only Culver City Hall reopens to the public — by appointment only. SD County Has 'Sufficient' Water Supplies As Drought Grips State On Monday, Gov. Gavin Newsom expanded a drought emergency declaration from Sonoma and Mendocino counties to 41 counties. San Diego Officials Break Ground On La Paz Mini Park "All of our communities need and deserve abundant park and green space," Mayor Todd Gloria said. Murrieta Valley HS Grad Advances In U.S. Open Qualifier Harrison Kingsley of Murrieta is vying for a spot in the prestigious golf event. Pechanga Resort Casino Expands Reopening The hotel, Spa Pechanga and The Cove pools will reopen to the general public Thursday, May 20. 12 New Military Air Tankers Heading To Riverside County? The U.S. Air Force has selected March Air Reserve Base as one of six locations to station the 12 new KC-46A Pegasus aircraft. After 40 Years Of Firefighting Service, Morongo Chief Retires The retirement of Fire Chief Kevin Gaines of the Morongo Fire Department was announced this week. San Diego Workforce Partnership Launches Online Hub In 2020, San Diego's unemployment rate nearly tripled and more than 150,000 people lost their jobs in the span of a year. Call For Kindness Winners Include PeachTree Pad In San Diego A teenager in San Diego is among those recognized in the national contest by the Riley's Way Foundation. Abandoned Buildings In Lake Elsinore Poised For New Life The proposed project on Riverside Drive will come before the Lake Elsinore Planning Commission on May 18. Riverside County Opens COVID Vaccination To Kids 12 And Older Those 12 and older are now eligible for the Pfizer vaccine. 'Words Matter' At Temecula City Council On Tuesday, more criticism was directed at Council Member Jess Alexander's racially insensitive remarks. Dirty Air From RivCo, SoCal Warehouse Sector Ordered Cut In a historic move, the South Coast Air Quality Management District's governing board voted to approve an emissions-cutting rule. Students and Education UCSD Researchers Begin COVID-19 Ultrasound Spleen Study The pilot clinical trial will test the efficacy of using ultrasound to stimulate the spleen and reduce COVID-19-related inflammation. SDUSD Superintendent Confirmed As U.S. Deputy Education Secretary San Diego Unified School District Superintendent Cindy Marten was confirmed as the nation's next deputy education secretary. State Schools Superintendent Thurmond Visits South Bay Schools Tony Thurmond visited Castle Park Elementary and Joseph Casillas Elementary, both located in Chula Vista. Grossmont College Breaks Ground On Science and Tech Building The project will expand classroom, lab and office spaces for programs. All 54 San Clemente High School Avid Students College Bound 54 1st generation college-bound AVID students at San Clemente High School earned over $8 million in scholarships. See where they're heading. Early College Senior Earns 4-Year Angels Foundation Scholarship Paulina Enriquez plans to major in Speech & Language Sciences at the University of California, San Diego thanks to the 4-year scholarship. Food and Restaurants Red Lobster 'Chief Biscuit Officer' - How To Win This Tasty Gig Here's your chance to be a "Big Cheese" VIP! The "job" comes with perks, and no purchase required. Gourmet Food Trucks Head To Marina Del Rey For Beach Eats TO GO Beach Eats TO GO brings unique food trucks to the Westside each Thursday night. BeerX Music And Craft Beer Festival To Return In August BeerX, radio station 91X's annual craft beer and music festival, will return Aug. 7 in Mission Beach. Little Cakes Kitchen Brings Treats & Baked Goods To PB Gelson's The Vista-based bakery and Food Network champ now is selling its eclectic cupcakes, cakes & breads at the San Diego market. Chicas Tacos Debuts Fresh Flavors At Venice Whole Foods Market Chicas Tacos is now open inside Whole Foods Market in Venice. Celeb Chef Richard Blais Joins Rubio's For New Taco Menu The San Diego-based restaurant's "Adventure-Inspired Street Tacos" launch next week throughout California. 'Flower Burger LA' Brings Hippie-Hued, Vegan Fare To Westside This is the first North American operation for the European restaurant that peddles very colorful, plant-based burgers. Wise Ox Is Going Whole Hog For BBQ Month In San Diego Get fired up! The North Park, old-school-style butcher has "Wagyu Weekend," "Low + Slow Ox Barbecue" and "Sausage Release Days" on calendar. OC Strut BAR & CLUB Reopens: Drag Is Back: Bingo, Brunch & More The Costa Mesa club reopens with a gangbuster entertainment roster, including Ru Paul Drag Race viewing parties, disco & more fun. 77 San Diego County Restaurants Receive Grants The money will be used to cover payrolls, plus they will receive other support. 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