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Hi Montgomery, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: Empathy you can hear, STOMP’s percussive spectacle, and Christopher Cross in concert + plenty of reasons to put on real pants 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
Empathy you can hear: A rare instrument called CRDL brings smiles to memory care patients, using touch and hand holding to create calming sounds. Designed in the Netherlands, units can cost up to $9,000 — see how it works.
In-person and digital support: The Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs has opened a Veterans Resource Center in Montgomery, connecting veterans and families to benefits at 102 Dexter Avenue, with satellite offices planned statewide — read the full story.
Beloved lunch spot honored: Scott Street Deli is spotlighted in the River Region Community’s Choice Awards, voted by Montgomery Advertiser readers. Known for generous sandwiches, winners will be announced this year — read the full story.
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
Crave-worthy lunch relief: When burger cravings hit, 5 Points Deli & Grill delivers juicy, napkin-worthy stacks alongside a lineup of deli favorites. A weekly-rotation kind of spot, it keeps afternoons moving, with properly built burgers and familiar classics that satisfy without fuss.
Shake off the wiggles: When the week’s got too much wiggle, Launch Trampoline Park delivers pure bounce, with wall-to-wall trampolines, a ninja course, laser tag, and enough arcade action to fuel friendly grudges. It’s perfect for a quick after-school detour or a rainy-day reset… and for burning off extra energy.
Perspective reset, incoming: Immersive exhibits, first-person narratives, and art converge at The Legacy Museum, tracing difficult history with care. Shared with a friend, it can spark conversations that stay with you. These are Montgomery stories told where they unfolded, inviting reflection that feels personal and overdue.
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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📆 Montgomery for grown ups
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🕳 2026 Wetumpka Impact Crater Tours @ Wetumpka Civic Center | Friday (3/6) at 9:30 AM – Hop in the van and let experts show you Wetumpka’s 85-million-year-old impact crater, with key stops, sharp commentary, and a keepsake guide booklet. It’s outer space meets Alabama clay, supports preservation and education, and yes, better for grownups, no car seats.
🌸 Holtville Spring Festival @ Holtville Dixie Youth League | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – Nothing kicks winter to the curb like the Holtville Spring Festival, where 12/23 Customs is showing off fresh embroidery, new designs, and enough thread to tempt your jacket into a makeover. Come say hi, swap small-town hellos, and shop small like you know the maker.
🐾 Paint and Pizza Fundraiser @ First Baptist Church | Sunday (3/8) at 2:00 PM – This paint-and-pizza fundraiser benefits the Humane Society of Elmore County at First Baptist in Wetumpka. Follow step-by-step painting, crush Domino’s slices, and pretend your masterpiece looks like your dog. Seats are limited, so snag a spot, bring a friend, and support critters, carbs, and creativity.
🎨 Sip & Paint @ Courtney Harman Pruitt Community Center | Monday (3/9) at 10:00 AM – If your inner Picasso is collecting dust, this free sip and paint for 50+ is your sign. Jessica from Archwell Health leads step by step, with supplies, grape juice, and snacks provided, plus new friends and zero pressure to be perfect.
🍁 Japanese Maples—Lunch and Learn @ First Presbyterian | Tuesday (3/10) at 12:00 PM – Pack a sandwich and some curiosity, and spend lunch learning the fine art of Japanese maples with Nicole Hart from Crooked Oaks Farm. Expect real talk on choosing, planting, and keeping them alive, plus local wisdom you can actually use, not Pinterest myths.
👣 Stomp @ Montgomery Performing Arts Center | Wednesday (3/11) at 7:30 PM – Skip the couch and catch STOMP at Montgomery Performing Arts Centre, where brooms, bins, and body percussion become downright addictive music. It’s percussion, movement, and sly visual comedy that will leave you clapping, grinning, and side-eyeing your cleaning supplies.
🎵 Christopher Cross @ The Montgomery Performing Arts Centre at Renaissance | Thursday (3/12) at 7:30 PM – Christopher Cross is gliding into town with those velvety hits that made car stereos purr, think Sailing, Ride Like the Wind, and Arthur’s Theme. Expect polished musicianship, zero gimmicks, and a room full of happy harmonizers. Dress code is comfy shoes, open hearts, and nostalgia.
Live music & entertainment:
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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📻 Montgomery report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 82°F – Low: 62°F – Precip: 10%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 82. South wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62. Southeast wind around 0 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 81°F – Low: 61°F – Precip: 49%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Mostly cloudy. High near 81, with temperatures falling to around 77 in the afternoon. Southeast wind 0 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 61.
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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