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Hey Sheboygan, hope your week’s off to a good start!

In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Martha Stewart’s foundry tour, a 99-megawatt battery build, and crane count training + lots of fun things to do for free.

Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Sheboygan protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.

📰 In the news

Shape county health oversight: Sheboygan County seeks a registered nurse or doctor for the Health and Human Services Committee, a three-year term. Meets at 8:30 a.m. first and third Tuesdays. Applications due March 13 — see what’s required to serve.

Next-gen storage moves ahead: Construction continues on Alliant Energy’s 99 megawatt battery system on Lakeshore Drive near Edgewater, with most groundwork done and service possible by year’s end, potentially powering over 100,000 Wisconsin homes — get details on both projects.

Heritage craftsmanship up close: Martha Stewart was named Kohler’s Cast Iron Ambassador and toured the historic Kohler Foundry in Kohler, sharing photos from inside the plant that celebrate a neighbor’s cast-iron legacy — explore the process and 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.

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:

• Savor brats to support Ebenezer youth
• Shop local treats at indoor market
• Learn to properly cite genealogy sources
• Save on self-care during the CVS Epic Beauty Sale

🏆 Gold and silver are heating up

Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold

Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.

While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.

If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.

It’s free and worth reading before the next move.

🫶 We got your back

Pasta night upgrade: Between housemade pappardelle with wild boar ragu, comforting trenne della nonna, and a menu that reads like a love letter to ingredients, Trattoria Stefano is the low-key move for pasta that tastes like someone cooked for you on purpose… a cozy flex when only real-deal comfort hits.

Score smart closet finds: Skip the endless scroll and let Nikki’s Nex2New curate your closet. This Sheboygan consignment spot keeps it easy with stylish, nearly new pieces that feel boutique without the splurge. Odds are a “how is this still here?” gem will find you first.

Reset without the ice bath: If whole-body cryo isn’t happening, Float Doctor offers a chill alternative: float therapy and infrared sauna combos that quiet your mind, ease muscle knots, and keep you pleasantly buoyant for days. Perfect for Sheboygan-level winter vibes.

Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.

📆 Free events worth checking out

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🐦 Crane Count Training @ Maywood – Ellwood H. May Environmental Park | Tuesday (3/3) at 6:30 PM – Think you can tell a whoop from a honk before coffee? Join this free, drop-in Crane Foundation training to prep for Midwest Crane Count, greet dawn with Sandhill and Whooping Cranes, and help track the spring return home, with layers, a thermos, and bragging rights.

📖 Family Storytime @ Sheboygan Falls Memorial Library | Thursday (3/5) at 10:00 AM – This lively storytime serves up colorful picture books, sing-alongs, and simple activities for kids 3 to 5, plus their tagalong siblings. Think cardio for tiny imaginations, and a guilt-free breather for you. Expect giggles, new buddies, and that sweet moment when they “shush” you back.

📓 Sheboygan Zine Club @ Ampersand Supply Co. | Thursday (3/5) at 4:30 PM – Finally, a meeting that’s fun. The first-Thursday zine hang at Ampersand Supply Co is blissfully agenda-free, so bring a half-baked project, a wild idea, or just your charming self, and make stuff with neighbors. It’s free, ADA accessible, transit-friendly, and kids with parents are welcome.

🛍 Vintage Shop Hop @ Designs by Dieter, LLC | Friday (3/6) at 10:00 AM – Stretch those browsing muscles and go treasure hunting with Designs by Dieter and six neighboring shops across Kiel, Sheboygan Falls, Oostburg, and New Holstein. Expect refreshments, in-store specials, and a punch card that, with six stamps, could land you $10 gift certificates from all seven.

🎶 In Tune: Community Day @ John Michael Kohler Arts Center | Saturday (3/14) at 1:00 PM – Come get humbled by Sheboygan’s young creatives and their teachers at this free Community Day. Explore the 40th annual Youth Art Month show, try artmaking, catch live performances, snag refreshments, browse the exhibitor hall with classes, music, and wellness programs. It’s wholesome, lively, and screen-free.

🛍 Spring Bazaar @ Emil Mazey Hall | Saturday (3/21) at 9:00 AM – The Spring Bazaar is free to roam, open to everyone, and stacked with local finds you’ll swear you needed. Expect delicious bites, friendly banter, and at least three run-ins with people you know. Come to browse, leave with bags, smiles, and snacks.

🌲 WinterGreen @ Mead Public Library | Saturday (3/21) at 10:00 AM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to trade snow boots for soil, Mead Library’s 9th annual WinterGreen is a free spring kickoff. Expect yoga, Tai Chi, gardening, beekeeping, fermentation, a plant swap, animal ambassadors from J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue, and a Badger Talks presentation.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

🔥 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.

• Industry-leading home warranty protection ($150 off right now)
• 62+? See how much tax-free cash your home could unlock → free calculator
• This free tool helps connect you with the right financial advisor
• Got debt? You may be able to pay less than you owe
• Protect your pet from disaster with this pet insurance plan
• You can own physical gold and silver in your retirement account

📻 Sheboygan report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 40°F – Low: 29°F – Precip: 19%

A slight chance of freezing rain before 8am, then a slight chance of rain between 8am and 10am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 40. Southeast wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 29. West wind around 0 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 42°F – Low: 33°F – Precip: 12%

Sunny, with a high near 42. East wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: A chance of rain. Partly cloudy, with a low around 33. East wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

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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