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🌱 What’s planned for Pacific’s 175th anniversary Homecoming in Stockton?

Stockton, California Patch AM: a 5 min read

Good morning Stockton! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What’s planned for Pacific’s 175th anniversary Homecoming in Stockton?
  • Which new projects and pay incentives did Stockton City Council just approve?
  • Where Stockton families can trick-or-treat safely the Friday before Halloween

Also on today's calendar: Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call cows dancing in the dark 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Partly sunny and warm, with a high of 91 and low of 57 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Sunday: Clouds and sun; not as warm, temps: high: 81, low: 55.
  • Monday: Pleasant with plenty of sun, with a high of 86 and low of 55 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. 175 Years of Pacific: Homecoming Weekend Turns a Stockton Tradition Into a Milestone Celebration (caravannews.com) — University of the Pacific is inviting the Stockton community to a special Homecoming and Family Weekend on its Pacific Avenue campus October 9–11, celebrating the university’s 175th anniversary. Expect everything from a craft beer fest and Orange & Black Ball fundraiser to a Brubeck brothers concert, reunions, athletics, and a 49ers watch party. Registration is open now, with some signature events likely to fill quickly.
   

2. Stockton City News: New Infrastructure, Public Safety Incentives and a Fresh Look at Stockton's Economic Future (caravannews.com) — Stockton residents face a wave of city changes, from new ADA curb ramps and downtown bike and pedestrian upgrades to hiring incentives for police dispatchers and firefighters. Council also accepted a $500,000 EPA grant to study potential redevelopment sites, advanced labor agreements, and scheduled an October 27 hearing on storm drainage for the planned Tra Vigne West neighborhood, all of which could shape services, streets and future growth across the city.
   

3. Halloween Comes to Downtown: Free Monster Mash Gives Stockton Families a Safe Place to Trick-or-Treat (caravannews.com) — Stockton families can plan ahead for Monster Mash 2026, a free, family-focused Halloween celebration at Courthouse Plaza downtown on Friday, October 30, from 4 to 7 p.m. Kids can trick-or-treat safely among local organizations, enjoy games, crafts and food options, while parents connect with community resources and services in a central, walkable setting designed specifically with families in mind.
   

4. Man Dies After Hit-and-Run Crash at Wagner Heights Road and Single Tree Court [Stockton, CA] (sweetlaw.com) — A man died after being struck in a hit-and-run early Thursday at Wagner Heights Road and Single Tree Court in Stockton’s Bear Creek district, and police are still searching for the driver. Lanes were closed while first responders rushed the victim to the hospital, where he later died. Investigators urge anyone with information or potential video evidence from the area to come forward.
   

5. Eight-Vehicle Crash Involving Overturned Big Rig Shuts Down Lanes of I-5 in Stockton - Sacramento Injury Attorneys Blog (sacramentoinjuryattorneysblog.com) — Northbound I-5 through Stockton near March Lane was heavily disrupted Thursday evening after a watermelon-hauling big rig overturned and triggered an eight-vehicle crash, injuring several people. Multiple lanes stayed closed for hours while crews cleared wreckage and debris. Officials are still investigating what caused the rollover, and attorneys note that multi-vehicle truck crashes can involve complex questions of fault and insurance.
   

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  • Is this your baby?
    We found him on Estate dr in north Stockton on 9/12. Hoping to return him to his family or if anyone can take him in. He’s a very sweet boy. Seems… (Nextdoor Fire Island)
  • I have about 25 cans of fancy feast that is going to expire by the end of the month.
    My cats don’t eat canned food anymore, but I hate to throw it out. Anyone other who wants it? Pm me and I’ll leave it on my front porch for you. (Nextdoor Midtown/Magnolia District)
  • Stockton Unified School District posted a job opening for Accounting Assistant II #159 - Accounting Department in Stockton. Apply here.
  • San Joaquin County Office of Education posted a job opening for Accounts Payable Clerk, Business Services in Stockton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Stockton here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Night Moo-s (Thank you John S. for sending it in!)
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