Good morning, Stockton.

Bear Creek High School held a ribbon-cutting ceremony yesterday to open new agricultural science classrooms funded by a grant that will let students learn practical skills for local jobs and college.

The new spaces connect classroom lessons directly to hands-on work in the region.

Remnants of Tropical Storm Mario brought thunderstorms and flash flood warnings to interior Southern and Central California on Thursday—heavy rain hit parts of the Desert Southwest as the system moved north, and scattered showers are affecting the Valley today with brief gusty winds in the Foothills and Sierra.

On September 15, Stockton’s Council Audit Committee questioned hiring practices in the new OPTIC division after officials revealed employees were appointed without a competitive review and received high salaries—Director Rosemary Rivas said the process did not follow standard job posting procedures.

County officials plan to convert the former Oakmoore Golf Course into a safe camping site for the unhoused but a state residential code—barring tent camps when temperatures drop below 50—has delayed the project.

Supervisors are working with architects to explore alternatives such as tiny houses while addressing legal challenges.

Family Day at the Park

10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Weber Point Events Center — Free entry — Enjoy a day of fun with a parade, live music, and activities for the whole family.

Pumpkin Maze at Dell’Osso Family Farm

12-7 p.m. — Dell’Osso Family Farm — General admission required — Get lost in California’s biggest pumpkin maze and enjoy family-friendly attractions!

Fleetwood Mask Tribute Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Bob Hope Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the only Fleetwood Mac tribute endorsed by Mick Fleetwood himself.

Beetlejuice Screening

2-5 p.m. — The Bob Hope Theatre — Tickets available online — Enjoy a cult classic with live organ music before the film.

Revival Nights Tour featuring We The Kingdom

7-8:30 p.m. — Adventist Health Arena — Tickets available — Experience a night of revival and incredible music with Zach Williams and friends.

Trunk O' Treat 2025

4-7 p.m. — Micke Grove Park — $10 special event parking — Enjoy a spooktacular evening with decorated cars, crafts, games, and plenty of candy for the kids.

Boots, Booze & BBQ Fest

11:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. — Banner Island Ballpark — Check event page for ticket pricing — Enjoy BBQ, live music, and fun activities for the whole family.

Te Fa'a No Te Ori Tahitian Dance Festival

10 AM - 7 PM — Adventist Health Arena — $25-$35 — Experience vibrant Tahitian culture through dance and a lively marketplace.

Blippi: Join the Band Tour

2-3:30 p.m. — The Bob Hope Theatre — Cost not specified — Enjoy an interactive live performance filled with music, fun, and learning with Blippi and Meekah.

Halloween Spooktacular

2:30-4 p.m. — Delta Center For the Arts — Buy Tickets Now — A frightfully fun musical adventure for the whole family with spooky tunes and a costume parade.