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Hello Muskegon! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. 

In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Mo Willems & Friends opening reception, win $10,000 for RP scholarships, and gold’s strongest run in decades + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.

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

Spotlight on youth achievement: Muskegon High School senior Danaeya Winters was honored in McDonald’s Black History Makers of Tomorrow Program, earning a $1,000 scholarship among 21 Michigan honorees for leadership, service, and impact — learn more about the program.

Community changes take shape: February brought five Ottawa County moves, including MudPenny planning a Spring Lake spot at the Holiday Inn, Grand Haven’s solar easement approval, and a Hudsonville ice cream shop opening mid-April — read the full story.

Road upkeep faces winter strain: Pothole season is hitting the Lakeshore as freeze-thaw cycles chew up pavement. Kent and Ottawa road commissions warned drivers February 26, and seasonal weight restrictions are in place locally — get all the details.

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:

• Win $10,000 to support RP scholarships
• Gala supporting special needs kids
• Gently reawaken at spring thaw retreat
• Unlock clinical-level wellness data from home

💎 Local business spotlight

Craving a slice?: Grand Traverse Pie Company turns any Tuesday into a tiny holiday with fruit and cream pies that taste homemade, plus hearty pot pies when dinner needs backup. A slice now, an extra for tomorrow, and suddenly it feels like smart, low-lift comfort.

Bring spring home: Whether you’re after a mood-lifting bouquet, a lush table piece, or event blooms that skip the cookie-cutter vibe, Chalet Floral & Events creates thoughtful, locally crafted arrangements that last. Consider it your nudge to treat yourself, or surprise someone, in Muskegon this week.

Climb outside, Muskegon-style: Craving real rock-wall vibes? Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park offers a 38-foot outdoor wall with auto-belays and a cargo-net route, all outside in the fresh lake breeze. Vertical thrills pair with off-wall winter fun, ideal for crisp days and that first stretch of sun.

These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.

🫶 We got your back

Your data is for sale right now: There are over 400 websites selling your info to marketers, political campaigns, and scammers. They’ve got your phone number, home address, relatives’ names… you name it. That’s how robocallers seem to know everything about you before you pick up. You can remove your info one site at a time, or pay a service to do it for you. Here’s what we recommend →

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 →

What doctors wish every 65+ adult had at home: Physicians call it “long-lie,” and it’s the real reason falls are so dangerous for older adults. It’s not a broken bone… it’s lying on the floor for hours waiting for someone to notice. We dug into the options that actually solve this problem, and one stood out. See which one →

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. Check out my favorite online options →

📆 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.

🖼 Mo Willems & Friends Opening Reception @ Muskegon Museum of Art | Thursday (3/12) at 5:00 PM – Opening night for Mo Willems & Friends is basically storytime for adults, with Pigeon, Elephant & Piggie, and actual snacks and a cash bar. If you raised kids on these books, prepare to smile. Pro tip, Thursdays are free, thanks to The Meijer Foundation.

🐱 Purrs and Read @ Whisker Room Café | Friday (3/13) at 3:00 PM – Let the kids practice out loud with the most patient tutors in town, the foster kitties at The Whisker Room Café. It’s free, cozy, and absurdly cute, and the cats accept payment in ear scratches, not grades. Registration required, call 231-722-8014.

🐟 Fish Fry @ Knights of Columbus Dan M. Kennedy Council 706 (Norton Shores) | Friday (3/13) at 5:30 PM – Skip the stove and hit a fish fry serving perch, shrimp, or walleye with fries, coleslaw, and dessert. Perch or shrimp $15, walleye $18, and onion rings $7 per half pound, because portion control is for Tuesdays. Drive-thru for dinner if the couch is winning.

🍳 Green Eggs & Ham Breakfast @ Greater Muskegon Woman’s Club | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Grab the little readers and head to a Green Eggs & Ham breakfast with the Greater Muskegon Woman’s Club, celebrating reading month and the Doc’s birthday. Kids score a Seuss book and character visits, you get breakfast, coffee, and parent points. RSVP, it sells out.

🏒 Muskegon Voyagers vs Detroit Warhawks @ Muskegon Voyagers Pro Hockey | Saturday (3/14) at 7:30 PM – Last home game, folks. If you’ve been meaning to catch the Voyagers hosting the Detroit Warhawks, this is your cue. Fan Appreciation and Sponsor Night brings giveaways for staying to the horn, plus debut of Hockey Life, an anthem from Jenny Brege and friends.

☘ SNB Shamrock Jump Special @ Soar N Bounce | Tuesday (3/17) at 10:00 AM – St. Patrick’s Day cardio, but make it bouncy. Soar N Bounce is doing buy one, get one free jump passes if both of you show up wearing green, which you own in ten shades. Bring a lucky friend, burn some energy, and call it festive.

🍕 Dough it Yourself @ Ravenna Branch – Muskegon Area District Library | Wednesday (3/18) at 3:00 PM – Trade your keyboard for squish time and make your own sensory dough, custom color, custom scent, the whole calming shebang. It’s like Play-Doh’s classy cousin, cheaper than therapy, and weirdly satisfying. Registration required, so claim a spot before the lavender lovers do.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Muskegon report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 43°F – Low: 28°F – Precip: 73%

Showers and thunderstorms likely before 3pm, then rain and snow showers likely. Cloudy. High near 43, with temperatures falling to around 35 in the afternoon. North wind 6 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: Snow showers likely before 8pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 28. Northwest wind 10 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 31 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

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Tomorrow – High: 40°F – Low: 32°F – Precip: 3%

Mostly sunny, with a high near 40. West wind 6 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Later: A chance of rain and snow showers between 8pm and 11pm, then rain and snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 32. South southwest wind 7 to 21 mph, with gusts as high as 40 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.

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