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Hello Meridian! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning.
In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Gold & silver are hot, puppy yoga, and paint your pet + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
Today’s sponsor, Spot Pet Insurance, is something I wish I had before a late-night emergency vet visit left me with a $10,000 credit card bill. It’s cheaper than Netflix… and means you never have to choose between your pet and your savings. It takes less than 5 minutes to sign up – get started here.
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📰 In the news
Unusual weather shifts yard priorities: After a very warm February, Meridian could see more yellow jackets, pests and weeds this spring. Tulips are emerging weeks early, so early traps and careful lawn timing matter — get advice on traps and timing.
Collaboration strengthens housing stability: Idaho Community Foundation awarded the first Supportive Housing Investment Fund grant to Terry Reilly Health Services, $50,000 to address gaps in permanent supportive housing and wraparound services for Ada residents — get all the details.
Improving kids’ oral health outcomes: Give Kids a Smile will offer free dental care for uninsured children 17 and younger Saturday, March 7 at Terry Reilly Health Services in Caldwell. Appointments required, no walk-ins allowed — get event details and requirements.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
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:
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🐾 One pet emergency can cost $10,000+
Together with our sponsor Spot Pet Insurance
Nothing prepares you for a late-night emergency at the vet. I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache.
From the initial exam fee just to be seen, to x-rays, surgery, medication, and follow-up visits… the bill racks up fast (to say the least). And at that moment? You’re not thinking about your savings, you’re just saying yes to whatever keeps them thriving.
As soon as we got home, I dug around online and ultimately signed up for Spot.
It’s super affordable and reimburses up to 90% on qualified vet bills. It was too late for me, but it’s not too late for you. Sign up today.
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🫶 We got your back
Tapas night, upgraded: Whether you’re sharing everything or just craving a few bites with a solid margarita, Las Calaveras serves Spanish-meets-Mexican small plates and big energy. Expect punchy flavors, playful plates you might fight over…in a fun way, and a scene that keeps the night moving.
Dial in your setup: From bikes and skis to camping gear, Idaho Mountain Touring offers honest advice and full-service tune-ups, so you spend less time tinkering and more time outside. Ideal for “this is the season” projects and pre-ride TLC.
Movie night, upgraded: Whether you crave giant screens, Dolby Atmos, or a sneaky VIP21 date with real drinks and plush seats, Village Cinema turns the “we should go to a movie” chat into an easy yes. Reserved recliners, D-BOX, and a lively lounge keep the night feeling special.
Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.
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📆 Fun for the whole fam
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👶 Baby Storytime @ Nampa Public Library | Wednesday (3/4) at 11:15 AM – Bring your tiniest sidekick, ages 0 to 18 months, to Nampa Public Library for baby storytime with sweet tales, singalongs, fingerplays, and rhymes. Think less plot, more peekaboo. It’s a low-stakes outing where wobbly walkers, sleepy parents, and off-key humming are celebrated.
🐔 Sassy Clucker @ Yogurtz GRILL | Wednesday (3/4) at 6:00 PM – Nothing beats painting a sassy clucker at Yogurtz, Meridian’s finest excuse to eat dessert before dinner. For $25 you get a pre-traced canvas, all the supplies, and dangerously good self-serve yogurt. Bring the girlfriends, or the grandkids, ages 8 and up.
🃏 Pokémon TCG Tournament @ Phoenix Fire Games | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Meridian and Boise libraries are hosting a Pokémon TCG throwdown at Phoenix Fire Games, with Junior, Senior, and Master brackets in both Standard and Unlimited. Register ahead, bring your deck, and enjoy snacks, friendly battles, and the satisfaction of proving you still have game.
🐶 Pawsitive Vibes: Puppy Yoga @ Balance Yoga Idaho | Saturday (3/7) at 3:30 PM – Downward dog finally lives up to its name with puppy yoga and a litter of adoptable rottweiler pups. No experience needed, kids welcome with adults, chip in $35-50 to support nonprofits, bring donations, and register early, because adoptions require an application and spots disappear.
🍼 Diaper Bank @ Linder Road church of Christ | Wednesday (3/11) at 5:30 PM – Second Wednesday at Linder Church means one thing, free diapers for the community, sizes newborn to 5, no hoops to jump through. Swing by Meridian, save your wallet and your sanity, and skip the grocery aisle math you pretend you enjoy.
🍞 Sourdough Breadmaking Workshop @ Village Classroom | Wednesday (3/11) at 6:00 PM – Trade store-bought loaves for the real deal at a hands-on sourdough workshop with Kala Riddle. Learn the basics, then leave with a bubbly starter that behaves better than most houseplants, a keeper recipe, and the confidence to use it. Brag-worthy bread, without the bakery markup.
🎶 Concert @ Meridian High School | Wednesday (3/11) at 7:00 PM – Whether you marched in Meridian, or just love a tight brass section, this free concert hits the spot. Treasure Valley Concert Band, Meridian High School Band, and trumpet soloist Dennis Keck bring big sound and hometown pride. No cover, just clapping, nostalgia, and smiles.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Meridian report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 54°F – Low: 34°F – Precip: 83%
Rain before 2pm, then rain and a slight chance of thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy. High near 54, with temperatures falling to around 46 in the afternoon. South wind around 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: Rain before 5am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 34. West northwest wind 9 to 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 51°F – Low: 31°F – Precip: 12%
Partly sunny, with a high near 51. Northwest wind 13 to 20 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 31.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
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