Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of October.
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📰 Economy
Stockton will host the 2025 California Economic Summit at Adventist Health Arena from Oct.
21 to 23, where business, community and labor leaders will meet to discuss building a resilient economy through shared funding for climate resilience, workforce training and youth engagement in emerging sectors. Pre-summit events on Oct. 21 will showcase local strengths before the summit wraps up with a governor candidate forum on Oct. 23.
The California Economic Summit will feature a discussion on hip-hop’s role in business and economic growth on Tuesday, Oct.
21 from 4:30–5:30 p.m. at University Plaza Waterfront Hotel in Stockton, with industry leaders and a reception at Banner Island Ballpark following the conversation.
🏛️ Government
Protest organizers for the No Kings rally in Stockton and other San Joaquin County cities are planning peaceful events on Saturday but worry that federal agents — acting harshly — may provoke problems.
They are training volunteers in calm de-escalation to guard against any escalation during the protests.
🏥 Health
The Stockton Animal Shelter closed for two weeks after a case of strep zoo was found — officials say the shelter will stop accepting stray dogs and pausing adoptions until it disinfects the building and reopens on Nov.
1.
Gov. Gavin Newsom announced that state-branded insulin glargine pens will be sold at pharmacies starting Jan 1 for $11 each — part of the CalRx effort to lower drug prices for Californians with diabetes.
The new insulin is an affordable alternative to pricier options and will be available without confusing rebate programs.
🎉 Stockton Events
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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.
Pacific Tigers Women's Soccer vs. San Francisco Dons
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Knoles Field — Free entry — Cheer on the Pacific Women's Soccer team as they take on San Francisco in a thrilling college match.
Northern California Apple Festival
12-8 p.m. — Weber Point Events Center — Kids 10 & under free — Enjoy live music by DJ Quik along with family-friendly activities and delicious food.
JAMZ Cheer & Dance Competition
9:00 – 10:30 AM — Adventist Health Arena — Pricing available on site — Experience high-energy performances showcasing talented young dancers and cheerleaders.
Trunk or Treat 2025
4:30-7:30 p.m. — Weber Point Events Center — Free entry — Celebrate Halloween with community leaders handing out treats in a festive trunk or treat event.
Annual Pacific Trick or Treat
5-7 p.m. — University of the Pacific — Free entry — A delightful evening of safe candy collecting for little ghouls and goblins in a charming campus setting.
Dia De Los Muertos Street Fiesta
11 AM – 5 PM — Mexican Heritage Center & Gallery — Free entry — Celebrate the vibrant Mexican holiday with music, dance, food, and colorful tributes to loved ones.
Secondhand Lions Movie Screening
2:00–3:30 p.m. — The Bob Hope Theatre — Cost TBA — Enjoy a nostalgic film presentation with organ music prior.
Gonzaga Bulldogs vs. Pacific Tigers Women's Soccer
4:30-6:30 p.m. — Knoles Field — Free admission — Catch the Pacific Tigers take on Gonzaga in this exciting women's soccer showdown.
Stockton Hmong New Year Celebration
8 a.m.-4 p.m. — San Joaquin County Fairgrounds — $7 general admission, free for seniors and kids — Celebrate vibrant cultural traditions with performances, food, and fun activities for the whole family.
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