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Hello Casa Grande! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. 

In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Soulja Boy headlines Wild West Music Fest, an authentic Arizona time capsule, and the 68th Annual Cactus Fly-In + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.

Today’s sponsor, Spot Pet Insurance, is something I wish I had before a late-night emergency vet visit left me with a $10,000 credit card bill. It’s cheaper than Netflix… and means you never have to choose between your pet and your savings. It takes less than 5 minutes to sign up – get started here.

📰 In the news

Authentic Arizona time capsule: Florence in Pinal County looks like a Hollywood Western with more than 140 historic buildings, the 1891 Pinal County Courthouse, and McFarland State Historic Park anchoring its charming district — read the full story.

Strategic mining move unfolds: Faraday Copper plans to acquire BHP’s San Manuel site to build an Arizona copper district, with BHP keeping a minority stake. The deal still needs approvals and a shareholder vote — see timeline and terms.

Star-studded weekend announced: Soulja Boy will headline Wild West Music Fest in Maricopa, March 27-29 at Copper Sky Regional Park, with Alien Ant Farm and Diamond Rio, plus carnival rides and food trucks — get all the details.

Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.

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:

• Donate $15 for fresh rescued produce
• Join RC swap meet and fun fly
• Meet Hoppy the Bunny at Bunny Bash
• This top-tier home warranty is 50% off right now

🐾 One pet emergency can cost $10,000+

Together with our sponsor Spot Pet Insurance

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Small plates, big vibe: Skip the Phoenix drive and settle right into Mandy’s Wine Bar for Mediterranean-leaning small plates like bruschetta and queso fundido, a thoughtful wine list, and that easy, linger-with-friends energy that turns weeknights into real plans.

Time to roll: Round Trip Bike Shop keeps Casa Grande pedaling with friendly tune-ups, smart gear picks, and route intel for sunrise or post-work spins. Need a quick fix, fresh tires, or a nudge to try an e-bike? The crew will cheer you on and get you rolling.

Big-screen night out: Skip the Phoenix trek. At Ak-Chin Circle Entertainment Center, stretch out in recliners, or go 21+ Star Class for in-seat bites. Make it a full evening with bowling, arcade games, and laser tag, so your movie night actually feels like a night out.

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📆 Fun for the whole fam

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

🔢 Kids Bingo Night @ D1 Recreation | Wednesday (3/4) at 5:00 PM – Family night means bingo cards, snack-fueled giggles, and bragging rights the whole ride home. The kids get the thrill of shouting BINGO, you get nostalgia, a comfy chair, and prizes you do not have to assemble. Adults required, grandparent energy encouraged.

🎤 Mar Debs Got Talent @ Central Arizona College | Friday (3/6) at 6:30 PM – If you’ve been waiting for an excuse to cheer, and feel good about it, the 2nd Annual Mar Debs Got Talent is your play. Local acts take over CAC’s Maricopa campus, with $5 GA, $25 family, and donations powering youth programs. Bring your best clap, not your critique.

✈ 68th Annual Cactus Fly-In @ Casa Grande Municipal Airport | Saturday (3/7) at 8:00 AM – Trade traffic for taildraggers at the 68th Annual Cactus Fly-In, where classic and antique aircraft drop in from across the Valley and beyond. Stroll the ramp, swap stories with pilots, and let the rumble of old radials reset your soul, coffee optional.

⚾ Casa Grande Little League Opening Day @ Casa Grande Little League Fields | Saturday (3/7) at 8:00 AM – Whether your glove still fits or you’re team lawn chair, Opening Day for Casa Grande Little League is back, sponsored by SRP. Expect fresh chalk lines, tiny legends in oversized helmets, and the snack bar calling your name. Sunscreen, patience, and your loudest clap, please.

🍝 Spaghetti Dinner & Dessert Auction @ The Studio of Dance | Saturday (3/7) at 5:00 PM – Take a night off from cooking and twirl into a community spaghetti dinner, complete with a live dessert auction. Come for the red sauce, stay for the spectacle of grown-ups politely battling over pies, cakes, and bragging rights. Elastic waistbands encouraged.

🎶 Concerts in the Park @ Heritage Park | Sunday (3/8) at 6:00 PM – Heritage Park’s shiny new amphitheater gets christened with a free Concerts in the Park, and Sedona Red is doing the honors. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, and your best “remember when this was dirt” commentary. Easy, family friendly tunes, fresh grass, actual fun.

❤ Desert Senita Health Fair and Community Appreciation @ Desert Senita Community Health Center | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Think carnival, but with free screenings. Desert Senita’s Health Fair brings free food, family games and prizes, local vendors, and those grown-up wins like blood pressure and A1c checks. Come for the snacks, leave knowing your numbers, and call it self-care done right.

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.

• Thinning hair? Don’t wait – here are 3 treatments that work
• 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
• Treat yourself: Save on self-care during the CVS Epic Beauty Sale

📻 Casa Grande report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 83°F – Low: 47°F – Precip: 0%

Mostly sunny. High near 83, with temperatures falling to around 81 in the afternoon. South southwest wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 47. South southwest wind around 5 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 78°F – Low: 42°F – Precip: 0%

Sunny, with a high near 78. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Later: Clear, with a low around 42. West southwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.

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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This pristine home pairs a neutral palette with soaring ceilings and mountain views. The kitchen has stainless appliances and granite countertops, and tile floors run throughout. A garage with pass-through, extended bay, and an RV gate add versatility. French doors accent the main bedroom. The front yard is low maintenance, and the backyard offers a blank slate. One mile to I-10.

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