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Friday, May 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Stockton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Stocktonia has been awarded a national visual journalism fellowship in partnership with CatchLight Local Fellowship and Report for America—one of only 14 newsrooms chosen to receive the award. Photographer Annie Barker will join the newsroom this summer to boost visual reporting for Stockton and San Joaquin County. Stocktonia
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire was reported Thursday morning at the Diamond Foods processing plant on Diamond Street and East Worth Street+fire crews arrived at 2:45 a.m. and smoke was seen coming off a building at 5:30 a.m.+the cause, extent of damage and any injuries remain unclear. KCRA
- ➤ Firefighters responded to a grass fire in Stockton on Thursday evening when the blaze was reported at 5:41 p.m. in the 5100 block of South Airport Way near French Camp Road—burning 10 acres near commercial buildings and halting forward progress as officials investigated the cause. KCRA
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two women are facing animal cruelty charges after deputies found more than 50 dead horses and malnourished animals on a property in Clements—authorities announced that Jan Johnson faces 23 felony counts and 17 misdemeanors while Justine Fitzhenry faces three felony counts and one misdemeanor count—charges that could lead to more than 25 years and over four years in prison. KCRA
- ➤ Hamid Hayat, a Lodi man who spent 14 years in prison after a false confession to terrorism charges twenty years ago, speaks on TV today about his fight to reclaim his life—he claims his wrongful conviction resulted from a biased investigation. KCRA
- ➤ Joseph Smith, former head of the Stockton youth golf group First Tee, was arraigned on charges of embezzlement, grand theft over $950 and forgery in San Joaquin County Superior Court — he is accused of stealing funds meant for youth programs and his next court date is set for June 24. Stocktonia
SPORTS NEWS
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Amtgard Live Action Role Playing
12-3 p.m. — Victory Park — Free entry — Engage in live action role playing with the Valonde guild in the heart of Stockton.
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Lad Zeppelin Tribute Band
12-1 p.m. — Windmill Cove Bar & Grill — No cover charge — Enjoy a tribute to Led Zeppelin while starting your boating day with delicious breakfast options.
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San Joaquin County Fair
4 p.m. – 12 a.m. — San Joaquin County Fairgrounds — $10 parking per vehicle — A festive weekend of entertainment, food, and exhibits for all ages awaits at the San Joaquin County Fair.
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Autism Therapy Open House
4-8 p.m. — Autism Therapy Clinic — Free entry — Celebrate the grand opening with fun activities and learn about ABA therapy services for children with autism.
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50th Annual Jewish Food Fair & Temple Israel’s 175th Anniversary
Celebrate 175 years of Temple Israel and 50 years of Stockton’s favorite Jewish Food Fair! Enjoy homemade Jewish cuisine, Israeli dancing, music, a gift shop, historical exhibits, and more. Fun for all ages!
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50th Annual Jewish Food Fair & Temple Israel’s 175th Anniversary
Celebrate 175 years of Temple Israel and 50 years of Stockton’s favorite Jewish Food Fair! Enjoy homemade Jewish cuisine, Israeli dancing, music, a gift shop, historical exhibits, and more. Fun for all ages!
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Concerts in the Park
6-8 p.m. — Victory Park — Free entry — Enjoy a lovely evening with free music, picnics, and friendly vibes in the park.
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Annual Catfish Derby
6 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Shumway Oak Grove Regional Park — $5 permit required — Compete for prizes in a community fishing event with over 1,500 lbs. of catfish stocked for anglers.
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Festa Italiana
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Lodi Grape Festival Grounds — $15 admission, kids 12 and under free with an adult — Celebrate Italian culture with food, wine, and fun activities for all ages.
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Second Annual Port of Stockton Golf Tournament
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Stockton Golf and Country Club — $250 for one golfer, $1,000 for a foursome — Swing for a cause at this community golf event with sponsorship opportunities available.
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Stockton Art Night
4-7 p.m. — Stockton Memorial Civic Auditorium — Free entry — Explore a vibrant evening of local art, performances, and creativity in downtown Stockton.
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