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It’s Friday, Seguin! Let’s finish this week strong.

In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: Haunted hotel tour, Monster Truck Wars, and fastest-growing city boom + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.

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📰 In the news

Conversations shaping connected communities: Texas broadband leaders will gather April 14 and 15 at Irving Convention Center. Speakers from Fort Worth, Irving, Seguin, Lewisville, and Austin will discuss digital skills and smart cities — get all the conference details.

Momentum builds for community hub: Seguin secured $2.3 million in federal funding to revive the vacant Youth Center, confirmed by Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz, with repairs coming first as the city pursues additional funding — read about the next steps.

Citywide transformation takes shape: Seguin is among the fastest-growing cities in the U.S., with about seven new residents arriving each day, according to a February report. About $30 million is reshaping projects across town — 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:

• Shop local at Lucky Finds Market
• Savor wine with Cousins Maine Lobster
• Trade from your trunk at Barter Market
• Unlock clinical-level wellness data from home

💎 Local business spotlight

Make something this week: Whether you’re into pottery painting, yarn work, or a spontaneous canvas session, You’re So Crafty offers walk-in creativity, quality supplies, and relaxed classes in a friendly downtown studio. Ideal for sneaking in me-time or keeping the kids busy before cabin fever sets in.

Backyard upgrade, anyone? Staring at a sad slab? A-1 Contracting Service builds pergolas, pool decks, porches, pavilions, and outdoor kitchens with a licensed, bonded, insured crew, turning plain yards into go-to hangouts. Shade, space, and solid craftsmanship… so your place finally feels like the spot you imagine.

Weeknight sushi vibes: From crisp sushi rolls to comforting hibachi and steaks, Sakura Sushi & Steakhouse keeps weeknights lively. Mix Japanese favorites with hearty cuts, then stay local while your palate travels. Fresh fish, warm bowls, and big flavors without the fuss in Seguin.

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

🫶 We got your back

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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 →

Thinning hair? Don’t treat the wrong thing: When my ponytail started thinning, I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, sprays, etc.) and not one of them lasted. Turns out, most products target the strand, not the follicle… and that’s the whole problem. Once follicles go dormant, they need targeted help to come back. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn about my favorites here →

Six figures you can’t spend: Most homeowners over 50 have spent years dutifully paying their mortgage, assuming the only time it’ll pay off is when they sell. I thought the same thing until I discovered you can tap into the equity you’ve earned whenever you want (without leaving your home). Overdue for a new roof? Want to build your dream bathroom? There are two ways to turn equity into usable cash →

📆 Around town this weekend

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

🥂 Parent’s Night Out @ Steps of Hope Inc. | Friday (3/13) at 5:00 PM – Drop the kids at Steps of Hope for Parents Night Out, then remember what adult conversation sounds like. Safe supervision, games, movies, snacks, the whole bribe. It runs every second Friday, spots go fast, so book it, and enjoy dinner you didn’t microwave.

🎸 Monte Good @ Barbarossa Trough | Friday (3/13) at 5:30 PM – Monte Good is taking over the Trough with real-deal honky-tonk, the kind you can two-step to without spilling your beer. It is free to wander in, no cover, just quality tunes, neighbors you actually like, and the kind of night you remember tomorrow.

☘ St. Patrick’s Day 5K @ The 1908 | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Feel like earning your green this year? Lace up for the St. Patrick’s Day 5K at The 1908, benefiting Seguin Area Youth Athletics, then celebrate with DJ Billy, food, a free shirt, a free adult beverage, and a finisher medal, aka cardio, community, and pints.

🛒 Schulze’s Trade Days @ Schulze’s Pit Room | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Schulze’s Trade Days is back, which means browsing handmade goods, plants you’ll promise to keep alive, and snacks that ruin dinner in the best way. Shop small, chat up your neighbors, and keep your dollars local. Farmers, ranchers, and egg folks, vendors join free.

🎸 Austin Gilliam @ Seguin Brewing Company | Saturday (3/14) at 7:00 PM – Patio weather calls for a pint and some twang, courtesy of Austin Gilliam at Seguin Brewing Company. Expect sturdy vocals, toe-tapping originals, and the kind of crowd that actually listens. Easy night out, good beer, zero downtown parking drama.

👻 Haunted Magnolia Hotel Guided Ghost Tour @ Haunted Magnolia Hotel Seguin, Texas | Saturday (3/14) at 7:00 PM – Taking you inside Seguin’s famously haunted Magnolia Hotel, this guided ghost tour mixes real history, local lore, and those creaks you swear weren’t there a second ago. Perfect for date night or brave friends, you’ll collect goosebumps, great stories, and maybe a polite haunt.

🚛 Monster Truck Wars @ City of Seguin – Coliseum | Sunday (3/15) at 12:00 PM – Seguin rumbles with Monster Truck Wars at Seguin Events Complex, where giant rigs crush cars, catch air, and wake your inner 10-year-old. Call it quality family bonding at 110 decibels, just bring the kids, earplugs, and a dust-friendly outfit.

Live music & entertainment:

• 3/13 Monte Good @ Barbarossa Trough – 5:30 PM
• 3/14 Austin Gilliam @ Seguin Brewing Company – 7:00 PM
• 3/20 Rob Staley Band @ Geronimo VFW Post 8456 and Motorcycle Group Unit 32 – 7:00 PM
• 3/21 Code 2 @ Windmill Farm Winery – 5:00 PM
• 3/24 Dallas Moore @ Comanche Crossing Country Store – 6:00 PM

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Seguin report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 77°F – Low: 50°F – Precip: 0%

Sunny, with a high near 77. South southwest wind 0 to 10 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 50. South wind 0 to 5 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 84°F – Low: 62°F – Precip: 0%

Sunny, with a high near 84. South wind 0 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 62. South southeast wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.

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