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It’s Friday, Chemung County! Let’s finish this week strong.
In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: Big community center expansion, tougher DMV point penalties, and Rekt Brew Fest + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.
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📰 In the news
Significant updates in the works: Elmira’s EOP is awaiting final approval to expand the Ernie Davis Community Center, backed by a $7.5 million 2025 grant for a new HVAC system, office space, and building upgrades — learn what the expansion includes.
Tougher stance on dangerous driving: New DMV point values took effect February 16, increasing penalties for speeding and alcohol-related offenses. The review window is now 24 months, affecting repeat offenses for Chemung County drivers — see what’s changed statewide.
Birthday tradition fuels generosity: On February 18, Elmira College sous chef Davyn Riddell served 450 pounds of food at the Neighborhood Transformation Center, his second year, with plans to serve even more next year — learn how he gives back.
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.
Someone Googled you this week: Whether you’re dating again, selling something locally, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up. Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.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 all that up – learn more here.
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🫶 We got your back
Feel-good lunch spot: When the midday slump hits, Turtle Leaf Cafe brightens things with crisp salads, toasty panini, flatbreads, and smoothie boosts. Plant-forward is easy here, with fresh flavors that feel light yet satisfying, so lunch stays simple, tasty, and kind to you long after the break.
Find your next heirloom: When your space craves a little history, Antique Revival delivers with gorgeous mirrors, vintage lighting, and sturdy furniture that’s already stood the test of time. A quick browse often becomes a full-on vibe shift for your home… and maybe a tighter fit for the trunk.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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🎨 Paint w/ Sierra @ Latitude 42 Taphouse | Saturday (3/7) at 12:00 PM – Taproom vibes plus paintbrushes at Latitude 42 Taphouse. Sierra walks you through making the sign you actually want, and your ticket covers the first drink, which coincidentally improves brush control, confidence, and your willingness to hang it in the living room.
🐻 The Three Bears: A Sensory-Friendly Performance @ Mandeville Hall at the Clemens Center | Saturday (3/7) at 2:00 PM – Need a low-stress outing that isn’t the mall food court? Tri-Cities Opera turns Goldilocks into a sweet, 40-minute, sensory-friendly adventure, with lights gently up, steady sound, fidgets welcome, and come-and-go comfort. Kids learn boundaries, you get culture points, and everybody wins.
🍺 Rekt Brew Fest @ Arnot Mall | Saturday (3/7) at 3:00 PM – Treat your palate to unlimited samples from 40-plus breweries, wineries, distilleries, and cideries, all in one convenient spot. Go VIP for extra tasting time, or nab discounted pairs and ticket deals at Rekt Brewing and Grand Central Discount Beer, because variety counts as quality time.
🍝 Camp Star Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser @ Meals on Wheels of Chemung County | Saturday (3/7) at 3:00 PM – Carb-load for a cause with a spaghetti supper benefitting Camp STAR at Meals on Wheels of Chemung County in Elmira. Every plate helps fund a magical week for campers, and you can grab tickets early or at the door. You know the drill, sauce, repeat.
💃 Sugar & Sparkle Mother Daughter Dance @ Horseheads Elks Lodge 2297 | Saturday (3/7) at 5:00 PM – Whether your kid worships glitter or you just want sanctioned cardio, the Sugar & Sparkle Mother-Daughter Dance is your night. Expect music, photo ops, and a sugar buzz you can plan for. Follow along for the countdown, the contest, and, yes, bragging rights.
💍 Wedding Expo @ Elmira College | Sunday (3/8) at 11:00 AM – Whether you’re getting hitched or just scouting cake, Three Fourteen Event Planning and Elmira College bring a wedding expo to Meier Hall with local vendors, practical ideas, and calm-your-mother energy. Registration is free, but required, so hit the form and keep the peace: https://forms.gle/yRKKQGsKtLiJAhdM8
🌿 Kokedama Class @ Horseheads Brewing | Sunday (3/8) at 1:00 PM – Nothing says grown-up arts and crafts like sipping a pint while you wrap a plant in moss at Horseheads Brewing. They supply the greenery, soil, string, and guidance, you bring steady hands and mild commitment. $45, limited spots, take home your own kokedama.
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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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📻 Chemung County report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 52°F – Low: 42°F – Precip: 10%
Patchy fog before 9am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 52. Southeast wind 2 to 6 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A chance of rain showers after 7pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 42. South wind 5 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 63°F – Low: 44°F – Precip: 60%
Rain showers likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 63. South wind 8 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. Later: Rain showers likely before 7pm, then showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 44. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
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