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Hey Fayetteville, hope your week’s off to a good start!
In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Sawyer Brown concert, The Sound of Music, and North Carolina Spring Home Expo + lots of fun things to do for free.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Fayetteville protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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đź“° In the news
Crowd-pleasers take the stage: Sawyer Brown will perform at Crown Coliseum on March 5, bringing high-energy country favorites as part of the Community Concerts series that blends nostalgia and fresh sounds for Fayetteville — get all the details.
Expert insights on international growth: Fayetteville’s next Power Breakfast is tomorrow, spotlighting how our region can compete globally. Foreign investment expert Andreas Dressler headlines at 7:30 a.m. at Cape Fear Botanical Garden — get all the event details.
Strengthening community organizations: Fayetteville offers free workshops to help start or grow nonprofits, with the next session on March 6 and a final on April 8, covering essentials from setup to fundraising — see topics and dates.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Twirl-worthy comfort: When pasta calls, Luigi’s Italian Chophouse and Bar delivers with house-made sauces and pan-sautĂ©ed classics honed over decades. Friends linger over bottles from a deep wine list, sinking into that cozy, old-school Fayetteville vibe for a night that feels instantly familiar.
Closet time travel: If your closet craves a little history, Westdale Vintage in Haymount offers finds from the 1940s through Y2K… think sturdy denim, dreamy dresses, and accessories with stories. Let something unexpected steal the show on your next coffee run.
Three-minute reset: Sore from the gym or just life? At Optimize U – Fayetteville, cryotherapy pairs with infrared sauna, cold plunge, red light, and compression to reboot your body fast. Step out feeling human again, pleasantly tingly, and surprisingly energized, like your system just hit refresh.
Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.
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📆 Free events worth checking out
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🎬 In Waves and War – Film Screening & Panel Discussion @ Blissful Alchemists | Thursday (3/5) at 6:00 PM – Trade the couch for In Waves and War at 414 Ray Ave, a story that hits close to home. Three SEALs, lived experience, real research, and a panel rooted in our Special Operations community. Complimentary admission, RSVP to [email protected].
🎶 The Sound of Music @ Cumberland Hall Auditorium | Thursday (3/5) at 7:00 PM – Grab a seat at FTCC’s Cumberland Hall for an all-local production of The Sound of Music. It’s free, it’s familiar, and you already know the words, so try not to out-sing the cast on Do-Re-Mi on your way to the parking lot.
🎣 Fly-Fishing Merit Badge Camp @ NCWRC Fishing Education Team | Saturday (3/14) at 8:00 AM – Got a Scout who needs less screen time and more line time? This fly-fishing merit badge weekend knocks out the badge in one shot, with stocked-pond trout, expert coaches, and all gear provided. Free to attend, no license needed, camping available, so register early.
📚 Kids Book Bash @ Cliffdale Recreation Center | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Wrangle the tiny bookworms for a free, family-friendly book bash with live storytelling, local authors, signings, raffles, and a scavenger hunt that actually tires them out. Hosted by Shon’s Stories, and yes, photos are encouraged, patience optional. Bring curiosity, leave with new favorites.
🌱 Growing a Beautiful Lawn @ Bell’s Seed Store | Saturday (3/21) at 10:00 AM – Extension Agent Allen West is serving up a free, one-hour lawn seminar so your yard stops being that patch on the block. Expect straight talk on soil prep, seed, feed, and weed control, plus practical fixes you can actually do between coffee, errands, and naps.
📖 Author Reading & Signing @ Fulfillity Books & More | Saturday (3/21) at 2:00 PM – Got a little who wakes up demanding snacks and stories? Swing by Fulfillity Books & More for a free, post-nap read and signing with local author-illustrator Kayla E. Green, featuring a color-changing hippo, smart eating habits, and giggles. Cozy winter win, no sugar rush required.
🏡 North Carolina Spring Home Expo @ Crown Complex | Friday (3/27) at 12:00 PM – Spring Home Expo is taking over Crown Arena with free admission, real ways to save big, and local and national pros ready to talk face to face. Kick tires on kitchens, outdoor living, and nagging fixes, then get advice you can use, not big-box runaround.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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đź“» Fayetteville report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 68°F – Low: 52°F – Precip: 6%
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 68. Northeast wind around 5 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 52. South wind around 2 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 78°F – Low: 57°F – Precip: 3%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 78. Southwest wind 2 to 7 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 57. South wind around 5 mph.
Someone Googled you this week đź‘€
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Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
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