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Friday, May 8th, 2026
Good morning, Stockton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of May.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Stockton hit $6 a gallon on Thursday after rising steadily over the past month. Demand is increasing with summer travel, and experts say a deal with Iran may not lower prices for weeks. Stocktonia
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Fourteen hospitals in the San Joaquin Valley received high patient safety ratings on May 6 after Leapfrog Group measured factors such as infection control and error prevention. Seven hospitals earned straight A marks while others received A or B ratings, indicating ongoing improvements in patient care. Stocktonia
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Monster Truck Madness
2-3:30 p.m. — San Joaquin County Fairgrounds — $20+ — Experience adrenaline-pumping monster truck rides and thrilling kart races at two back-to-back shows.
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Pacific Tigers Baseball vs. San Diego Toreros
1-4 p.m. — Klein Family Field — Tickets starting at $10 — Watch the Pacific Baseball team take on San Diego in an exciting collegiate matchup.
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TWF Stockton Scuffle - Live Pro Wrestling Event
7-9:30 p.m. — Eagle Hall — Ticket purchase required — Experience thrilling matches and championship bouts at TWF's exciting wrestling event in Stockton.
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Every Which Way but Loose Screening
2-5 p.m. — The Bob Hope Theatre — $14.90 Standard Admission, $8.75 Youth Admission — Enjoy an action-comedy classic with live organ music in a historic venue.
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Stockton Cruise Nights
6-9 p.m. — Stockton Gun And Bocce Club — Free entry — Celebrate classic cars and local vendors in a family-friendly atmosphere.
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Night of Comedy in Stockton
5:11-9 p.m. — Stockton Memorial Civic Auditorium — Ticketed event — Enjoy an electrifying night of laughter featuring top comedians and vibrant performers.
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San Joaquin Kennel Club Dog Show
8 a.m. to 6 p.m. — Lodi Grape Festival Grounds — Free admission, $10 parking — Watch top dogs compete for Best In Show while enjoying food and educational booths.
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