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Hey St. George, hope your week’s off to a good start!

In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Mixed signals in housing, lower airfares with terminal expansion, and a free screening of Gaslight (1944) + lots of fun things to do for free.

Quick money tip: 2025 was gold’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150%. Analysts expect the momentum to continue, making precious metals a smart way to protect your savings. Curious how it works? Check out AHG’s free investor guide.*

📰 In the news

Mixed signals in housing market: New data shows Washington County’s median home sold for $475,000 in December, down 1.3% from November and 1.7% from December 2024, while Utah saw more $1 million sales — read the full data breakdown.

Potential for lower fares: Utah lawmakers are considering $10 million for St. George Regional Airport in final budget talks, which would add three gates with plans for eight, to keep up with SkyWest-fueled growth — get details on the expansion.

Countdown to America’s 250th: Liberty Village near Zion is drawing visitors with living history, from colonial streets to historical interpreters. 32-acre Washington County project has over $30 million in funding and opens in phases — see what you’ll experience.

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.*

Paying hundreds of dollars a month for car insurance? Switching providers could save you up to $600 a year, and shopping around is way faster than it used to be – free comparison tools like this one make it easy.*

Highlights this week:

• Demo mountain bikes at Hurricane Festival
• Chase sunrise at Southern Utah Half Marathon
• Join Tanner’s beginner-intermediate roller clinic
• Unlock clinical-level wellness data from home*

💎 Local business spotlight

Treat-yourself timeout: St. George Day Spa has that calm, unfussy vibe locals love—solid massages, glow-boosting facials, and pedis that make sandals a personality. Grab a midweek slot, zone out, and leave feeling a little taller and a lot less twitchy. (stgeorgedayspa.com)

Unleash the zoomies: When your co-worker with paws starts side-eyeing the leash, J.C. Snow Park delivers with separate big/small play areas, shade, and plenty of space to sniff and socialize—easy, local, and exactly right for a midweek energy dump. Bring a coffee and call it cardio.

Local pints, easy nights: Station II Bar keeps St. George nights lively with local craft pours, weekly trivia and karaoke, a DJ on weekends, and a tucked-away billiards room—plus an easygoing lounge and patio for catching up with friends. Consider this your low-stress plan when “let’s just grab a drink” turns into “let’s stay awhile.”

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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The $1,300 mistake most Americans make every year: According to the National Financial Education Council, poor financial literacy costs the average American over a thousand dollars annually. That’s not investment losses. That’s money lost to bad decisions, missed strategies, and advice from people who may not always put your interests first. There’s a free way to fix that, and it starts with one question. Find out what it is →

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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 five programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as “normal wear and tear,” and they’re 100% on you. We looked into solutions that fill that gap. Here’s what we found →

📆 Free events worth checking out

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

🏛 State of the City Address @ Heritage Hall (Washington) | Tuesday (3/17) at 11:30 AM – Take a break from the grind and snag a free lunch, courtesy of Cache Valley Bank, at Pavilion at Veterans Park. Work the room, then stroll to Heritage Hall for the State of the City, where the gossip gets official, and the coffee stays respectable.

🎬 Electric Film Series: Gaslight (1944) @ The Electric Theater | Tuesday (3/17) at 6:00 PM – Ever wondered where the term gaslighting comes from? Catch the 1944 classic Gaslight free at the Electric Theater, with Ingrid Bergman in Oscar-winning form, a guest intro and post-film discussion, optional Riggatti’s to nibble, and donations appreciated for next season’s series.

🧠 Memory Matters Utah Education Series @ St George Area Chamber of Commerce | Wednesday (3/18) at 10:00 AM – Take a breather and come learn with Memory Matters Utah’s free, in-person education series, built for caregivers and families navigating dementia. Real talk on brain health, Medicare, and everyday hurdles, plus practical tools you can actually use. Because Dr. Google gets tired, too.

🎲 Bingo Night @ Crush Golf + Grill | Wednesday (3/18) at 6:00 PM – Whether you still carry a lucky dabber or just need an excuse, BINGO Night at Crush Golf + Grill is free to play, with cash prizes, great drinks, and a full menu. Come for the bingo, stay for the triumphant yelling, and colorful dabbers.

🎻 Utah Old Time Fiddlers @ McQuarrie Memorial Pioneer Museum | Saturday (3/21) at 10:00 AM – Downstairs at McQuarrie, the Utah Old Time Fiddlers with Lin Brown turn Utah history into toe-tapping stories and fiddle tunes. Think front-porch vibes, not arena rock, just bows, rosin, and tales your grandparents swore by. Free, local, no screens, just strings.

🍎 March Food Distribution @ The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints – Green Valley Stake Center | Tuesday (3/24) at 7:45 AM – Rotary is rallying at the St. George Food Bank, handing out groceries, laughs, and the kind of gratitude you actually feel. Come flex those Costco muscles, swap neighborly banter, and remember why you love this town. No speeches, just teamwork, purpose, and full carts.

🌎 Cultural Fair @ St. George Academy (Washington) | Thursday (3/26) at 6:00 PM – St. George Academy is hosting a free cultural fair, a little like a trip around the world without airport lines. Expect an art showcase, local vendors, cultural performances, an open mic, and student presentations. RSVP if you’re the planning type, or just swing by.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 St. George report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 88°F – Low: 54°F – Precip: 0%

Sunny, with a high near 88. East wind around 2 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 54. East northeast wind around 2 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 94°F – Low: 56°F – Precip: 0%

Sunny, with a high near 94. East wind around 2 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 56.

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