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Hey Tri Cities, hope your week’s off to a good start!
In today’s wallet-friendly edition: America’s 250th fireworks festival, taste ten countries for a cause, and Robotics Night robot reveal + lots of fun things to do for free.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around the Tri Cities 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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📰 In the news
Planning ahead for tech growth: Saginaw Township is exploring data center rules after Planning Commission discussed them on Feb. 18, including possible impacts on utility bills. No data center proposals are before the township — see what’s being considered.
Support for parents and caregivers: Mid Michigan Community Action is celebrating National Nutrition Month with Midland WIC, offering Tri Cities families healthy food benefits, nutrition guidance, growth monitoring, and referrals for extra help — see who can get help.
Four-day celebration taking shape: Bay City is planning a fireworks festival for America’s 250th with festivities on Saginaw Riverfront, as organizers unveil details today at 11 a.m. at DoubleTree by Hilton Bay City Riverfront — see what’s planned here.
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 only a big bowl of pasta will do, Brooklyn Boyz Pizzeria brings scratch-made sauces, hearty house pastas, and garlic knots that mysteriously vanish. Think of it as a midweek carb hug… local, cozy, and exactly what your brain files under necessary.
Closet time travel, anyone? D’s Nostalgic Alley stacks one-of-a-kind vintage: tailored dresses, classic jackets, and accessories, so weekday fits feel more found than fast-fashion. Then browse antique jewelry and vinyl for just-right extras that make outfits pop… and maybe your living room, too.
Quick chill, big exhale: Turn down the stress dial at Salix Sauna & Wellness Suites, pairing a private infrared sauna with a brisk cold plunge and mood-boosting red light. A simple, science-backed reset you can actually keep up with… and yes, you’ll leave feeling a little proud of yourself.
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.
❤ Uplifting the Underground Railroad @ Underground Railroad Resale | Tuesday (3/3) at 9:00 AM – Roll up your sleeves and meet the crew at Underground Railroad, Inc.’s retail shop on State Street for a YPN volunteer day that actually does some good. It’s low-glam, high-impact, with behind-the-scenes help, multiple shifts, and everyone checks in at the shop.
🤖 Robotics Night @ Saginaw Arts & Sciences Academy | Wednesday (3/4) at 5:00 PM – SASA Robotics Night is free to enter, with $1 tickets for games, raffles, and Pantheon 5193’s rebuilt robot reveal, supporting Dragatrons 10653’s trip to the world championship in Houston. Meet the teams, watch the bots, and feel techy while spending like it’s 1999.
🍁 Tap-A-Tree @ Chippewa Nature Center | Wednesday (3/4) at 5:30 PM – Swap the pancake aisle syrup for the real deal on a guided wander through CNC’s Sugarbush. Learn to ID maples, tour the Sugarhouse, even tap a tree, then humble-brag about sap flow all week. Free, family friendly, meet at the Sugarhouse, dress for weather.
🥌 Adaptive Learn to Curl @ Midland Curling Club | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to channel your inner Olympian without ego, this free adaptive session welcomes athletes with disabilities to learn from club regulars, slide stones, and share friendly competition. Dress in layers, clean tennis shoes, and gloves. Gear provided. Register: https://bit.ly/4qBjZo2.
📚 Spring into Reading @ Swan Valley School District | Saturday (3/7) at 12:00 PM – Give the tablets a nap and bring the kids to Swan Valley Performing Arts Center for a free afternoon of books, snacks, activities, student performances, and a movie. All are welcome, especially grades K through 6, and you’ll need to register for the book fair.
🎶 Noah Schieber @ O’hare’s Bar and Grill | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 PM – If your couch keeps calling you by name, swap it for a barstool at O’Hares on Midland Street. Noah Schieber, Nick Novak, Katelynn McComber, Eric Schultz, and Merissa Faye deliver live tunes and that cozy Bay City buzz, and the cover is gloriously free.
🌳 Nature Play! @ Chippewa Nature Center | Sunday (3/8) at 2:00 PM – Nature Play is letting kids get muddy, and you a hammock break, at The Woods Nature Play Area near Arbury Trail. Expect mud pies, fort building, little rivers, and nature art, all free and all ages, with caregivers staying. Volunteers welcome to host.
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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📻 Tri Cities report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 42°F – Low: 26°F – Precip: 15%
A slight chance of rain after 3pm. Mostly cloudy. High near 42, with temperatures falling to around 40 in the afternoon. East northeast wind around 3 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: A slight chance of rain before 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 26. West northwest wind around 2 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 50°F – Low: 33°F – Precip: 10%
Sunny, with a high near 50. Southeast wind 1 to 6 mph. Later: A chance of rain after 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 33. East southeast wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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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