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Tuesday, August 19th, 2025
Good morning, Stockton. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two people were hospitalized after separate assaults during the weekend in Stockton’s Seaport District—one woman hit while breaking up a fight on South Airport Way around 10:30 p.m. Saturday and an 18-year-old man stabbed on Georgia Avenue around 1:30 a.m. Sunday—with both injuries reported as non-life-threatening and no arrests made. Stocktonia
- ➤ A 19-year-old man was injured in a shooting early Monday morning in Stockton when gunfire hit him on East Harding Way at about 3:05 a.m.—he was taken to a hospital and is expected to survive while police have not released any suspect details. Stocktonia
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Hungry roof rats invaded almond groves in San Joaquin County, damaging trees, equipment, and reducing nut yields on 100,000 acres with losses estimated up to $310 million. Growers are using poison bait and snap traps to fight the infestation—despite the high costs and labor-intensive efforts. Stocktonia
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On August 17, 2020, 38 separate lightning fires ignited in California and merged to form the August Complex—recording over 1 million acres burned and prolonged poor air quality. Fire agencies now use sensor networks to quickly locate lightning strikes and improve wildfire detection and response. KCRA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lathrop city manager Stephen Salvatore criticized RTD for its expanded transit service, saying that some bus lines cost nearly $359 per ride due to very low use—he proposed forming a technical advisory committee to review the district’s operations. Stocktonia
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Farmers' Market Dinner at Mezzo
6:30-9 p.m. — Mezzo Ristorante — Cost varies — Savor a multi-course dinner featuring seasonal produce from local farms.
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Stockton Latin Comedy Festival - Carlos Mencia
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Adventist Health Arena — Tickets available — Celebrate Latin comedy with performances from top comedians and a special tribute to Paul Rodriguez Sr.
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Stockton Tequila Festival 2025
12-7:30 p.m. — Weber Point Events Center — GA: $30+ | VIP: $55+ — Celebrate tequila with live music and good vibes in downtown Stockton.
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Rag Tag Allstar Party Band
9 AM – 12 PM — Windmill Cove Bar & Grill — Cost of food and drinks varies — Enjoy a musical morning with breakfast favorites and drinks while soaking up the sun.
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Starship Concert
7-10 p.m. — Adventist Health Arena — $78.00 — Experience the iconic sounds of Starship with hits like 'We Built This City' and 'Sara'.
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Stockton Reptile and Exotic Pet Expo
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — San Joaquin County Fairgrounds — $15 for both days, kids under 12 free — Explore a fascinating world of reptiles and exotic pets with engaging exhibitors and interactive experiences.
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Friends of the Fox: Free Willy Screening
2-5 p.m. — The Bob Hope Theatre — Tickets available online — Relive the heartwarming story of an orca and a boy that captured hearts worldwide.
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Lodi Grape Festival
8 p.m. — Lodi Grape Festival Grounds — $12 Adult, $8 Youth — Celebrate the grape harvest with entertainment, food, and rides.
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Gospel Goes Classical Symphony
6-10 p.m. — CMC Delta College Health Center — Charity Gala — Experience a stunning fusion of gospel and classical music with renowned artists at this extraordinary event.
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