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Hey Fayetteville, hope your week’s off to a good start!
In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Smalls Sliders expansion, invasive plant bounty adds mimosa, and a free prom gown giveaway + lots of fun things to do for free.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Fayetteville 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.
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đź“° In the news
Seasoned leadership at the helm: The VA named Martha Smith medical center director for the Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks in Fayetteville, overseeing care for more than 60,000 veterans across 22 counties — read the full story.
Expansion plans take shape: Smalls Sliders, the bright orange burger chain, will bring four new locations to Northwest Arkansas and southwest Missouri with former Tyson Foods executive Johnny Hughes. Locations are not yet announced — read the full story.
Community tree stewardship push: Fayetteville’s invasive plant bounty program is back, now including the mimosa tree. Remove an invasive and submit proof to receive a free native tree or shrub April 6 to 9 — get dates and submission steps.
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:
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🏆 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.
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🫶 We got your back
Pasta night, sorted: When the carb craving hits, Noodles Italian Kitchen keeps it classic and comforting, with twirlable fettuccine alfredo, cozy lasagna, and a jalapeño-lime chicken parm twist locals love. A relaxed, family-run staple you return to on weeknights without fuss.
Closet time travel: Craving a little nostalgia? KICK.stacks the racks with vintage finds and an easygoing vibe that makes browsing half the fun. Expect pieces with personality and a quick hit of remember-when magic, a low-lift refresh that slips into your weekly rotation with zero fuss.
Your three-minute reset: Feeling creaky from workouts, desk time, or cold snaps? CryoFactor Wellness Center serves up whole-body cryotherapy, red light, and compression so recovery feels like a cheat code. Step in, chill out, and head into the week with easier joints, a brighter mood, and extra pep.
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📆 Free events worth checking out
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
âť“ Jeopardy Bar League @ Smokin’ Oak Wood-Fired Pizza & Taproom | Tuesday (3/3) at 7:00 PM – Trade yelling at the TV for clearing the board at Jeopardy Bar League, Tuesdays at Smokin’ Oak. Real clues, smartphone buzzers, and a host keep it lively, while wood-fired pies and the tap wall reward your questionable monarchy knowledge. Free to play, bragging rights included.
💻 High School Programming Contest @ J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. Center for Academic Excellence | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – Bring your budding high school coders to an all-day team programming throwdown at the U of A’s J.B. Hunt Center; beginners and whiz kids both welcome. It’s free, with food, a T-shirt, prizes, and bragging rights your teen might actually discuss at dinner.
👗 Gownsational One-Day Event @ F1RSTNB of NWA | Saturday (3/7) at 1:00 PM – One-day prom and homecoming gown giveaway so teens can shop for free, look fabulous, and dodge paperwork. Grab a time slot at gownsational.com, then show up, no wallet required. Closet full of past glories? Donate a dress on the site, be the fairy godparent.
🎶 Andrew Chukwuka Egbuchiem @ Fayetteville Public Library | Saturday (3/7) at 2:00 PM – Classical music is floating into Fayetteville Public Library with a free indoor concert of timeless arias and art songs from New York countertenor Andrew Chukwuka Egbuchiem. Expect world-class chops, no shushing, and zero tuxedo pressure. Bring the family, settle in, connect over goosebumps.
🌳 Arkansas Reads Leopold @ Lake Fayetteville Environmental Study Center | Sunday (3/8) at 9:00 AM – Celebrate Aldo Leopold with a guided hike at Lake Fayetteville, community readings from A Sand County Almanac, and kid-proof nature fun. Meet Cornelia the corn snake, make upcycled art, try wildlife tracking, and grab snacks. Free with RSVP, parking is tight, so carpool.
🎶 Community Singing Circle @ Mount Sequoyah Center | Sunday (3/8) at 3:00 PM – Think drum circle, but with voices, fewer bongo solos. It’s a free, low-pressure sing-along where improvisation, simple melodies, and voices turn into music made for this moment. No auditions, no divas, just neighbors finding harmony, so bring a friend and an open heart.
⏰ Spring Forward @ Nomads Trailside | Sunday (3/8) at 3:00 PM – Spring Forward Sunday calls for patio seats at Nomads, not grumbling about the clock. Trade the lost hour of sleep for live tunes from The Southwinds Band, happy hour prices, and free entry, then toast to longer evenings, better moods, and decent lighting.
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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đź“» Fayetteville report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 78°F – Low: 63°F – Precip: 13%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 78. South wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Later: A slight chance of rain showers before midnight, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63. South wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
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Tomorrow – High: 73°F – Low: 58°F – Precip: 77%
Showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 73. South wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. Later: Showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 58. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%.
Someone Googled you this week đź‘€
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.
This house is wild
Planned for Mission Heights, this two-level home leverages a sloped lot for East Fayetteville views. A chef’s kitchen with butler’s pantry and island opens to a great room with wood-inlay tray ceilings and a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. The vaulted primary suite offers deck access and a spa bath. The lower level adds three bedrooms, an office, and a family room.
Take a peek inside →
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