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

In today’s wallet-friendly edition: First responders get a tech boost, a boat show, and a casino night for charity + lots of fun things to do for free.

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📰 In the news

Stronger infrastructure for first responders: San Angelo police will receive $1.23 million in federal funding to upgrade critical technology, including 911 dispatch, records management, and cybersecurity, aiming to boost reliability and safety across the city — get all the details.

Districtwide opportunities ahead: San Angelo ISD is gearing up for spring growth, with 2026–2027 enrollment opening April 1 and a job fair April 11 at Central High School, as bond-funded projects move ahead — get enrollment and hiring details.

Longtime favorite expands offerings: San Angelo’s Stadium Lanes is upgrading its bowling alley with a new bar, video screens, modern pin machines, and more, with activities expected within the next three to four months — see what’s planned and when.

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.

Highlights this week:

• Play Vegas-style games for charity
• Hands-on sourdough classes at Starkeeper Kitchen
• Last chance to celebrate San Angelo artists

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Sandwiches with swagger: When midday hunger strikes, PV Deli by Chef Jason piles on giant, creative stacks… Dirty Mike, BLT glow-ups, breads toasted just right. Built for grab-and-go or a quick catch-up, these beauties lift afternoon morale without trying.

Trail time, anyone? Cabin fever creeping in? San Angelo State Park delivers 50 miles of trails, lakeside fishing, and easy family loops like the Dinosaur Trail, close enough for an after-work reset or a low-effort Saturday wander. Laid-back mileage with plenty of fresh air.

Smart play, less clutter: Whether you’re restocking learning tools, leveling up school projects, or hunting a rainy-day win, The Teacher Store has battery-free educational games and toys for every age. The selection sparks curiosity, cuts clutter, and might earn you a quiet 20 minutes while kids build, sort, read, and explore.

Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →

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📆 Free events worth checking out

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🚤 Boat Show @ Family Powersports San Angelo | Wednesday (3/11) at 9:00 AM – Take a break from yard work and kick some transoms at Family Powersports’ boat show. Wake boats, pontoons, and WaveRunners under one roof, with deals and low financing. Free admission, and if you want first pick, book a slot before Lake Nasworthy wakes up.

👶 Car Seat Checkup @ TxDOT San Angelo District | Thursday (3/12) at 5:00 PM – Think you nailed that car seat install? Let certified CPSTs in San Angelo check it for free, and help you pick the right seat. Bring your owner’s manual, car seat booklet, and questions, or just swing by. Open to all, no appointment, safer rides home.

✂ Ribbon Cutting @ Liquid Exteriors | Friday (3/20) at 3:00 PM – In the mood to watch giant scissors do their thing, then celebrate with tacos? Liquid Exteriors is christening the new digs with a come-and-go Chamber ribbon cutting, plus free tacos and drinks, cash prizes, gift cards, and free hats, koozies, and tees.

🌱 Planting Day @ The Garden Lounge | Saturday (3/21) at 10:00 AM – Grab your gloves and meet the neighbors for a feel-good Planting Day as we coax The Garden back to life after that rude freeze. Expect dirt under the nails, fresh air, and the real prize, free pizza and cold beer. Green thumbs optional, sarcasm encouraged.

🤝 March Support Group @ The Bearded Barista | Saturday (3/28) at 9:30 AM – Show up with your overbooked calendar and underfilled sleep tank for a support circle made for the long-haul. We’ll trade real talk on sustaining faith, protecting mental and emotional health, and leaning on community, with coffee on them, open discussion, and free to attend.

🏺 First Saturday Art Market: Clay Craze April @ Kaleido Lab | Saturday (4/4) at 10:00 AM – It’s free, family-friendly, and at The Farm’s First Saturday, clay takes over. Stroll the grounds, meet artists, let the kids loose in the Kids’ Coop, then linger for live music and brunch at Roots, because that chipped bowl isn’t charming.

🏺 Clay Fest @ The Chicken Farm Art Center | Saturday (4/18) at 10:00 AM – A first-year ceramic festival takes over the Chicken Farm Art Center, rolling alongside Ceramic Weekend with the San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts and Angelo State. Expect Southwest artists, wheel-spun wizardry, the good kind of West Texas dust, and yes, admission is free.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 San Angelo report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 83°F – Low: 51°F – Precip: 68%

A slight chance of rain showers between 10am and 1pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 1pm and 4pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Some of the storms could be severe. Partly sunny. High near 83, with temperatures falling to around 78 in the afternoon. South wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Later: Showers and thunderstorms. Some of the storms could be severe. Partly cloudy, with a low around 51. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch possible.

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Tomorrow – High: 75°F – Low: 40°F – Precip: 22%

A slight chance of rain showers before 7am. Sunny, with a high near 75. West northwest wind 5 to 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Clear, with a low around 40. North northeast wind 5 to 20 mph.

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