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Hi Conway, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: Free chicken for a year, Jaws in concert, and gold and silver’s hot streak + 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
Safeguard your tax refund: As tax season continues, The Mackey Firm in Conway shared tips to avoid scams, urging residents to choose preparers carefully and gather documents, McAfee says many victims lose over $1,000 — get tax season safety tips.
Inside a culture of excellence: Conway Regional Health System has been named an AMP 2026 Company of Distinction, honoring over 100 years of care, expanding clinics and residencies, and community wellness across central Arkansas — read the full story.
Boosting entrepreneurial success statewide: Conway founders facing the Ripple Effect can tap The Conductor and hubs like The Venture Center and Rock It Lab for free training, mentors, and incubators to strengthen businesses — see programs helping entrepreneurs.
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
Old-school burger fix: Stoby’s Restaurant keeps it simple and satisfying with a legit, handcrafted patty, classic toppings, and fries that actually taste like potatoes. When the burger mood hits, it’s no frills, just flavor… dinner handled, couch time secured.
Strike up some fun: When the urge to glide hits but skates are MIA, Conway Family Bowl delivers that roll-with-your-friends energy with 24 lanes, an arcade, and vibes that make friendly trash talk oddly wholesome. Group chats light up, lanes fill, and good frames follow… the perfect weeknight reset.
History you can touch: Housed in Conway’s 1896 jail, Faulkner County Museum tells our county’s story with artifacts, photos, and archives… from pioneer tools to local art. Stroll the log cabin and quirky displays for a low-key wander that leaves you unexpectedly proud to call Conway home.
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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📆 Conway for grown ups
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♀ International Women’s Day Brunch @ Conway Community Center | Friday (3/6) at 9:00 AM – Celebrating International Women’s Day over brunch, this WLN hangout serves bold conversation, signature sips, and live entertainment, not a single awkward icebreaker in sight. Expect fun surprises, giveaways, and fresh merch, with $50 tickets or a sponsor table if your group text is on fire.
🧚 Enchanted Forest Fairy Day @ Vilonia Treasure Chest Flea Market | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – Got a kid who prefers dragons to soccer practice? For one day only, Mary’s setting up a studio at Vilonia Treasure Chest with wings, crowns, and knightly swords, and she turns chaos into timeless portraits. Ages 2 to adult, boys welcome, limited slots, book it.
🍺 Roost & Tap Grand Opening @ Roost & Tap Kitchen | Saturday (3/7) at 11:00 AM – Whether you’re in it for elevated Southern cooking or simple bragging rights, Roost & Tap opens March 7 with a wild perk: the first 20 tables get free chicken for a year. Rotisserie, fried, craft drinks, and real hospitality, right on Ellis.
🏺 Wheel Try It Class @ Glazin Pottery Studio | Saturday (3/7) at 11:05 AM – Trade scrolling for spinning, and try your hand at the pottery wheel in a beginner-friendly class where lopsided bowls count as character. Expect clay under your nails, a little zen, and a newfound respect for the mug you ignore each morning.
🦈 Jaws in Concert @ Reynolds Performance Hall | Saturday (3/7) at 7:00 PM – Think you know every two-note warning? Jaws hits the big screen while the Conway Symphony Orchestra, led by Israel Getzov, performs the score live, courtesy of UCA Presents, serving suspense and nostalgia with precision, and date-night thrills without the sunburn, sand, or questionable boat gas.
🎭 Play: “Death of Kings” @ UCA Baum Gallery | Tuesday (3/10) at 7:00 PM – Skip the yard work and head to Gallery III at the Baum Gallery for Death of Kings, a solo play where Army vet Ben Grimes threads his Iraq tours through Shakespeare. Two shows, a talkback, free tickets at the Windgate box office, only 35 seats.
🌿 How to Make a Salve @ Level Ground Coffee | Thursday (3/12) at 6:00 PM – Cracked Pot FARMacy is hosting a cozy, hands-on salve-making class, turning simple herbs and oils into everyday fixes your medicine cabinet will actually recognize. Great for beginners and the herbal-curious, it’s limited to 12, $30, and you leave with notes, tea, and your own salve.
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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📻 Conway report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 78°F – Low: 62°F – Precip: 71%
Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 78. South southwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62. South southeast wind around 5 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 82°F – Low: 61°F – Precip: 35%
A chance of rain showers before 3pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 82. South wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Later: Showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 61. South wind around 5 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%.
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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