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Hey Holland, hope your week’s off to a good start!

In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Heller joins Haworth, Ladysmith Black Mambazo live, and gold and silver heat up + lots of fun things to do for free.

Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Holland 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.

📰 In the news

Neighborhood growth moves forward: Holland City Council unanimously approved rezoning for The Evolution of the World housing project, allowing seven new residential units. Councilman Scott Corbin supported it. Completion is expected later this year — read the full story.

New chapter in furniture: Heller Furniture has joined Haworth, expanding the company’s global design reach. The partnership builds on Heller’s industry position. John Edelman stays as Creative Director, and Andrew McPhee becomes General Manager — read the full story.

Learn vital emergency strategies: Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office will hold a free Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events class March 9 at the county’s Fillmore Street complex. Adults 18 and older need photo ID — get date, location, and requirements.

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:

• Explore Evergreen Commons’ 40-year evolution
• Discover Resilience’s impact at community open house
• Experience Ladysmith Black Mambazo live
• Save on self-care during the CVS Epic Beauty Sale

🏆 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.

🫶 We got your back

Twirl-worthy comfort: Craving an easy pasta night? Don Petrinos Pizza lets you build your own bowl with alfredo, pesto, or meat sauce, and still nails the classics like lasagna, manicotti, and spaghetti & meatballs. Ideal when your brain says chef, but your schedule says nope.

Fresh closet energy: In Holland, Frances Jaye is a woman-owned lakeshore shop with enduringly cool clothing and goods, pieces you’ll actually reach for on busy weekdays and slow weekends. When your wardrobe needs an effortless nudge, this place delivers easy style without the fuss.

Cool down, warm up: At Great Lakes Spine & Sport, a dedicated sauna and cold plunge room helps loosen tight muscles, clear your head, and restore that I-can-handle-winter energy. Expect quick sessions, a spotless setup, and zero fuss: just you, cleansing steam, and an invigorating dunk.

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.

📆 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.

🥫 Zeeland Mobile Food Pantry 2026 @ Community Reformed Church | Thursday (3/5) at 4:30 PM – Neighbors helping neighbors, first Thursday each month, second in July, at Community Reformed Church’s drive-up Mobile Food Pantry. If the pantry would help, roll through, no judgment, minimal small talk; if you can volunteer, meet at Door C to sort, register, and load.

🎭 Seussical the Musical @ Central Church | Friday (3/6) at 7:00 PM – Central’s Students OnStage is bringing Seussical to life, all the Whos, cats, and chaos in a colorful, fast-paced whirl. It’s free, no tickets, and perfect for kids, parents, and that grandparent who swears they don’t like musicals, yet hums all week. Come cheer them on.

🎉 The Studio Grand Opening @ Holland Aquatic Center | Saturday (3/7) at 11:00 AM – Think your core still knows the drill? HAC is unveiling its new group fitness studio with a free open house, light bites, and a buffet of 20-minute class demos that end before your joints object. Meet the team, wander the space, members and non-members welcome.

🔨 HCS Auction 2026 @ Hudsonville Christian Elementary School | Saturday (3/7) at 4:30 PM – Feel like outbidding your neighbor for a good cause? The HCS Auction is a free night out with a live auction that raises six figures for our students, no fancy paddle needed. Bid big or small, or text “hudsonvillechristian” to 56651 to register online.

🍲 Community Potluck Social @ The Bluestocking Bookshop | Sunday (3/8) at 5:00 PM – The Bluestocking Bookshop is hosting a monthly potluck that’s all food, conversation, and neighbors, not sermons or sales. Bring a dish and a topic, a new book, a big idea, or a small win. It’s the antidote to networking, with better casseroles.

👭 Free Second Monday: Wonderful Women of Holland @ Holland Museum | Monday (3/9) at 4:00 PM – Second Monday at the Holland Museum means one thing, celebrating the women who shaped this town with activities the kids can touch, and stories you will actually remember. Bring the whole crew, laugh a little, learn a lot, and yes, it’s free for everyone.

🏃 She Runs Strong: A Young Female Athlete Workshop @ Gazelle Sports Holland | Monday (3/9) at 7:30 PM – Got a young sprinter treating the hallway like a track? Dr. Kelly Ruther leads a free workshop for middle and high school female athletes on smart training, strength, and confidence, with strategies for injury prevention and long-term development, so they perform in sports and life.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

🔥 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.

• Industry-leading home warranty protection ($150 off right now)
• 62+? See how much tax-free cash your home could unlock → free calculator
• This free tool helps connect you with the right financial advisor
• Got debt? You may be able to pay less than you owe
• Protect your pet from disaster with this pet insurance plan
• You can own physical gold and silver in your retirement account

📻 Holland report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 43°F – Low: 28°F – Precip: 21%

A chance of freezing drizzle between 7am and 8am, then a chance of freezing drizzle and a slight chance of snow showers between 8am and 9am, then a chance of freezing drizzle and a slight chance of snow showers and a slight chance of drizzle between 9am and 1pm, then a slight chance of rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 43. East wind around 3 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: A slight chance of rain showers before 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 28. Northeast wind around 2 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

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Tomorrow – High: 49°F – Low: 38°F – Precip: 24%

A slight chance of rain showers after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 49. East wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A chance of rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 38. East southeast wind around 3 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Someone Googled you this week 👀

It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.

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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