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Coming up on the Stockton Patch calendar: A Charlie Brown Christmas

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In today's newsletter:
- How far below California’s average are Stockton rents right now?
- What Stockton parents should know about San Joaquin General’s new maternity honors
- Why is a Stockton company being sued by San Rafael tenants?
Also on today's calendar: Christmas at the Fair and 1 more event.
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Today's riddle: Can February March? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Tuesday: Cloudy, with a high of 54 and low of 46 degrees.
- Wednesday: A brief morning shower or two, temps: high: 59, low: 46.
- Thursday: More sunshine than clouds, with a high of 61 and low of 47 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Stockton apartments \u200bfor rent stayed steady since last November (recordnet.com) — If you’re renting in Stockton, apartment prices have held steady around a $1,650 median in November, slightly down from October’s $1,700. Local rents remain well below both California and national medians, with one- and two-bedroom units still significantly cheaper than elsewhere in the state and country.
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• San Joaquin General Hospital earns top maternity honors (lodinews.com) — Families in Stockton now have fresh reassurance about local maternity care: San Joaquin General Hospital has been rated “high performing” for maternity services by U.S. News & World Report and recorded zero catheter-associated urinary tract infections, a distinction shared by only one other hospital in the county. These honors reflect strong outcomes on C-sections, newborn complications, breastfeeding, and infection prevention.
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• San Rafael mobile home tenants sue landlord (pressdemocrat.com) — A Stockton-based company, Harmony Communities, is at the center of a new lawsuit by San Rafael mobile home tenants who allege illegal evictions and rent hikes that violate local rent control rules. While the case plays out in Marin County, it could shape how this Stockton firm manages mobile home parks and rent disputes across California.
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Stockton
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★ Featured events ★
- A Charlie Brown Christmas
The Bob Hope Theatre, 242 E Main St, Stockton
6:00 pm
Wednesday December 17
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Other local events
- Christmas at the Fair
San Joaquin County Fairgrounds , 1658 S Airport Way , Stockton
5:00 pm - Utah Concealed Carry Permit - Stockton
Hilton Stockton , 2323 Grand Canal Blvd , Stockton
10:00 am - SJP HOLIDAY
San Joaquin Partnership , 2800 W March Ln #470 , Stockton
Friday December 19
Saturday December 20
Thursday December 25
📣 Stockton Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- ChapLip Library Launch
The Catalyst , 926 N Yosemite St , Stockton
7:00 pm - lodi bowl- Special Needs Bowling
Lodi Bowling Bar and Lounge , 302 N Sacramento St , Lodi
9:30 am - Sewing at the Lodi Public Library
Lodi Public Library , 201 W Locust St , Lodi
4:30 pm - Winter Solstice and New Moon Ceremony
Salt and Sage Wellness Studio , 8909 Thornton Rd #2 , Stockton
7:00 pm - Stocktoncon Winter
Adventist Health Arena , 248 W Fremont St , Stockton
11:00 am
Tuesday December 16
Wednesday December 17
Thursday December 18
Saturday December 20
Saturday February 28
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💬 Chatter
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- ATTENTION: RESCUE/FOSTER NEEDED A.
S.A.P This sweet girl has been on survival mode for about 2 month now. She is super sweet n getting along with other strays. She takes food gently… (Nextdoor Garden Acres) - Is this your dog?
She has no collar and she’s out here freezing I noticed her early yesterday morning curled up inside of my neighbors flower bed. I actually thought… (Nextdoor Ponce De Leon)
- Premium Retail Services, Inc. posted a job opening for Seasonal Walmart Merchandiser in Stockton. Apply here.
- Healthcare Services Group posted a job opening for Housekeeper (Full Time) in Stockton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Stockton here.
🗞 Nearby News
Lodi
- Home Values Are Falling in These 10 Major Metros—Florida Dominates the List (realtor.com)
- See Clifford Oto's favorite photos of the week from Dec. 6 to Dec. 12 (recordnet.com)
- "He was scary smart": Laura Greenberg delves into twisted experiences with serial killer Douglas Gretzler as Oxygen drops Charmed by the Devil (primetimer.com)
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- Find out which California cities are getting a Sam's Club in 2026 (vvdailypress.com)
- Soccer Recap: Enochs Gets the Win (maxpreps.com)
Linden
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