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Hi League City, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: Gyro Hut opening, EPA-backed Superfund revival, and White Linen Cruise + plenty of reasons to put on real pants 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.
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📰 In the news
New York-style gyros ahead: Gyro Hut is coming to nearby Manvel Town Center in summer 2026, with a $150,000 renovation of a 2,030 square foot space, led by local franchisee Bilal Syed — get all the details.
Safeguards shape industrial revival: The EPA has backed redevelopment of the Tex‑Tin Superfund site near Texas City Port, keeping protections in place. Ideas include a rail spur and pipelines supporters say could bring jobs — see what’s planned and protected.
Unanimous pick by city panel: La Marque has named Byron Frankland its new police chief. The longtime public safety leader from Galveston began the job Feb. 16, bringing over 30 years of experience — see who made the pick.
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:
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🐾 One pet emergency can cost $10,000+
Together with our sponsor Spot Pet Insurance
Nothing prepares you for a late-night emergency at the vet. I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache.
From the initial exam fee just to be seen, to x-rays, surgery, medication, and follow-up visits… the bill racks up fast (to say the least). And at that moment? You’re not thinking about your savings, you’re just saying yes to whatever keeps them thriving.
As soon as we got home, I dug around online and ultimately signed up for Spot.
It’s super affordable and reimburses up to 90% on qualified vet bills. It was too late for me, but it’s not too late for you. Sign up today.
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🫶 We got your back
Classic burger comfort: Tookie’s Burgers in Kemah serves proper, juicy classics with beef patties made fresh daily, frosty milkshakes, and a cozy vintage vibe locals love. Specialty burgers and shakes make a low-key midweek morale boost. No frills required.
Skate night upgrade: Rolling since 1974, FunCity Sk8 nails the sweet spot: smooth laps, throwback jams, an arcade your inner 12-year-old will adore, plus an adults-only lounge when you need a breather. Ideal for a low-key weeknight reset or a spontaneous friends-and-family roll.
History you can touch: Step off the scroll and into the Barn Museum and West Bay Common School at League City Historical Society, where a vintage firehouse and an 1890s classroom bring hometown history to life. It’s a quick, curiosity-sparking reset that makes the past feel right around the corner.
Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.
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📆 League City for grown ups
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🤠 Chuckwagon Lunch @ Frost Bank Clear Creek Financial Center | Friday (3/6) at 11:30 AM – If your rodeo appetite needs a pit stop, swing by Clear Creek Financial Center for a free chuckwagon lunch, brisket, beans, potato salad, peach cobbler, and tea. It’s the Texas food pyramid. Show up early, plates disappear faster than rodeo parking spots.
🛳 White Linen Cruise @ Boardwalk FantaSea | Friday (3/6) at 7:15 PM – Nothing says summer like pretending we live in Miami, dressing in white, and cruising Clear Lake, Kemah, and Galveston Bay. Expect a live DJ, a proper three-course dinner, and a cash bar, because dancing is better when someone else is steering.
👗 SESI Fashion Show Fundraiser & Dance Showcase @ Walter Hall Park Pavilion | Sunday (3/8) at 3:00 PM – Think you still remember the Electric Slide? Come prove it at a fashion and dance showcase raising scholarship funds for our local seniors, with fab looks, comedy, shopping, tasty bites, and plenty of line dancing. Bring your wallet, your rhythm, and your generosity.
🏺 Kids Pottery @ The Ceramic and Pottery Center | Tuesday (3/10) at 11:00 AM – Kids Pottery is spinning up a get-your-hands-dirty workshop where they pair up, coach each other, and take two shots at the wheel, with pros nearby, before painting their creations. Ages 8 to 18 only, so you cheer, take photos, and enjoy the peace.
🎐 Clay Wind Chime @ The Ceramic and Pottery Center | Wednesday (3/11) at 11:00 AM – Whether you’re a crafter or need an excuse to sit still, make a clay wind chime, log, frog, or flowers, with your name hanging below for the porch to judge. No experience needed. Return to glaze it after firing, materials, glazing, and firing included.
🌸 Spring Fling Fun @ Helen Hall Library | Wednesday (3/11) at 2:00 PM – An afternoon on the front lawn means simple, old-school fun. Think easy games and kid-friendly antics, the kind that wear them out while you catch up with neighbors, sneak a quiet laugh, and actually finish a beverage while it’s still the right temperature.
🛍 Mega Kids Resale Event @ Challenge Elite Sports | Thursday (3/12) at 12:00 PM – If your garage looks like a toy aisle threw a tantrum, Friendswood’s mega kids resale is your salvation. Thirty thousand square feet of clothes, toys, and gear, from baby to teen, priced 50 to 90 percent off, all sold by local families.
Live music & entertainment:
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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📻 League City report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 79°F – Low: 67°F – Precip: 4%
Patchy fog before 7am. Mostly cloudy. High near 79, with temperatures falling to around 76 in the afternoon. Southeast wind 5 to 15 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 67. Southeast wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 81°F – Low: 69°F – Precip: 30%
A chance of rain showers between noon and 3pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny. High near 81, with temperatures falling to around 77 in the afternoon. Southeast wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 69.
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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Take a peek inside →
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