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Happy weekend, San Luis!
In today’s happening-today edition: Nine Arizona retiree havens on $1,750, Fisher’s Landing Rib Cook-Off, Intro Blacksmithing: 4-Leaf Clover, and more. + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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📰 In the news
Tax breaks and healthcare access: Looking to retire on $1,750 a month or less? A Feb. 28 article spotlights nine affordable Arizona cities, including San Luis, with low housing and insurance costs and year-round sunshine — see the nine Arizona cities.
Barbecue teams battle for glory: On March 1, locals attended the Eighth Annual Fisher’s Landing Rib Cook-Off at Fishers Landing Resort in Yuma County. A $2,000 top prize and record-breaking sponsor support highlighted the afternoon — get all the details.
A legacy of community leadership: In February, El Centro highlighted Albert Newton, its first Black fire battalion chief, for Black History Month after 25 years of service resonating across the Imperial Valley and San Luis — learn more about his legacy.
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.*
Gold & silver are hot: Last year was gold’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150%… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. Curious about precious metal investing? GoldCo has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.*
Highlights this week:
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💎 Local business spotlight
Local fry obsession: When the potato mood hits, F&L Fine Foods serves crispy, golden fries and fully loaded stacks with ground beef, bacon, grilled onions, and chipotle mayo. They’re the snack-meal that vanishes in minutes, a perfect little treat on nights you’re off cooking.
Glow-up, without the drama: If your skin routine’s been coasting, Amara Rejuve Medical Spa and Laser offers pro-grade refreshers, from subtle tweaks to confidence-boosting care, plus simple scheduling, so you look well-rested without the fuss. Thoughtful, natural results that feel like you, just… better.
Quick round, big vibes: Got an hour? Hit the disc golf course at West Wetlands Park. Flat fairways, a couple mandos to keep it honest, and breezy river views make nine holes fly by. Toss with a friend, steal some daylight, and chalk up a weekday win.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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Paying full price is officially optional: Blu Dot just marked down dozens of their best sofas, beds, dining tables, outdoor pieces, and lighting by as much as 60%. Not because something’s wrong with them, but because every great design eventually has to make room for the next one. The deals change daily, so it’s always a new adventure. *See what’s on sale today →
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📆 Around town today & tomorrow
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🎾 3rd Annual Pickleball Fundraiser @ Cocopah Bend RV & Golf Resort (Yuma) | Saturday (3/14) at 8:00 AM – Nothing beats a little friendly smack-talk and a good cause. The 3rd Annual Pickleball Fundraiser serves up fun, food, and surprisingly fierce rallies, all while raising money for a good cause. Grab your paddle, your appetite, and that visor you swore you’d never wear.
✈ 2026 Yuma Airshow @ Yuma Airshow | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – The Yuma Airshow is back with free entry and parking, plus upgraded grandstands if your knees demand civility. Expect USMC F-35Bs, Ospreys, vintage dogfights, a jet truck, and the 3rd MAW Band, all roaring over desert views that make sunscreen mandatory and small talk impossible.
🎨 Sunset Saguaros Paint Class @ GROVE 95 (Yuma) | Saturday (3/14) at 1:00 PM – Trade the usual happy hour for a Sunset Saguaros paint class at Grove95 with Artsy Fartsy, plus local goodies and no judgment for coloring outside the lines. Step-by-step instruction, supplies included, so you leave with art, laughs, and painty fingers. Reservations required.
🪁 Kite Fest 2026 @ Pacific Avenue Athletic Complex (Yuma) | Saturday (3/14) at 1:00 PM – Yuma’s sky gets an upgrade as Kite Fest returns with music, food vendors, and space to relive glory days without spraining anything. Bring a kite, make one there, or borrow from Parks and Rec, and let the desert breeze do the work. Free, of course.
🤝 Community Exchange @ Matador Family Resource Center by MWC (Yuma) | Sunday (3/15) at 11:00 AM – Community exchange popping up Sundays near 8th and Fourth, offering essentials at no cost, and gladly taking donations. Men’s clothes, boys’ clothes, food, and basics are most needed, warmer is better, yes even in Yuma, so clear the closet and feel like a decent neighbor.
🌸 Blooming Initials DIY Workshop @ Olive + Oak Creative Studio (Yuma) | Sunday (3/15) at 12:00 PM – Think your walls deserve better than that dusty family photo? Make a polished, gift-ready felt floral initial at Olive + Oak, with your letter, curated palettes, and all supplies, plus hand-holding that actually helps. Cozy seats are limited, and early bird pricing vanishes fast.
🍀 Intro Blacksmithing: 4-Leaf Clover @ Weld Like A Girl (Yuma) | Sunday (3/15) at 2:00 PM – Skip the green beer and make your own luck at a beginner blacksmithing session where you’ll heat, hammer, and MIG-weld horseshoes into a four-leaf clover. Small class, safety-first, and all the gear provided, plus light refreshments, so spots go quick. Co-ed, kid-friendly with supervision.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 San Luis report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 93°F – Low: 59°F – Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 93. South wind 5 to 10 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 59. Southeast wind 0 to 5 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 94°F – Low: 63°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 94. North wind 0 to 10 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 63. North northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
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