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Hi Fayetteville, we made it to Thursday! 

In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: Chef Todd’s cooking demo, gold and silver’s surge, and a daddy daughter dance + 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.

📰 In the news

A hub of creative amenities: Handshake, the café inside Fayetteville Public Library, serves breakfast, lunch, and lounge bites for study days. Most meals run about $20, with a kids menu grilled cheese for $6 — get all the details.

Nation’s largest bank expands: Chase Bank opened a Rogers branch at 1803 S. 46th St., bringing Benton and Washington county branches to five. The expansion reflects Northwest Arkansas growth and convenience for Fayetteville neighbors — see what’s planned for Fayetteville.

Costs trimmed, opening target set: Fayetteville’s Planning Commission is set to revisit Ramay Junior High plan Monday, March 9, after a delay. The 70,000-square-foot school is proposed east of College Avenue, across from Poplar Street — see what’s planned and when.

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:

• Find calm with Qigong and Tai Chi
• Study figure drawing with great masters
• Treasure sale to save rescue pups
• This top-tier home warranty is 50% off right now
• Save on self-care during the CVS Epic Beauty Sale

🐾 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.

🫶 We got your back

Burger night sorted: Craving a Fayetteville classic? At Hugo’s, get no-fuss, done-right burgers, hand-cut fries, and the legendary beer cheese soup in a cozy basement that turns any weekday into a small celebration, plus a rotating craft beer lineup.

Skate-fueled serotonin boost: Starlight Skatium brings a neon-lit, disco-ball vibe that makes even wobbly laps feel like a throwback music video. Expect smooth floors, occasional themed skates, and just enough cardio to justify extra queso later, making it a midweek reset or low-key weekend plan.

Planes up close: A mini field trip to Arkansas Air and Military Museum means vintage racers, choppers, and a giant wooden hangar bring Fayetteville history to life. It’s delightfully nerdy, perfect when your brain craves something louder than a podcast, but still easy on a weekend.

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.

📆 Fayetteville for grown ups

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

🛍 Spring State of Mind Pop Up Shop @ ARMI Manufacturing | Thursday (3/5) at 5:00 PM – Consider this your spring tune-up, closet included. Shop new arrivals, never-before-launched pieces, and a few sale steals, with light drinks and snacks. Then pop over to Samantha Reed, RN for GLP-1 consults, IV therapy, vitamin and peptide injections, because renewal is a team sport.

🚶 Centennial Trail Luv @ Centennial Park | Saturday (3/7) at 8:00 AM – Trail season means giving Centennial some love, so we’re raking the WC sections and calling it cardio. Meet at the top near the pavilion, bring water and a snack, and leave with cleaner switchbacks, better views, and that smug do-gooder glow.

♻ Upcycle Art Workshop @ Springdale Arkansas | Saturday (3/7) at 1:00 PM – Springdale’s Made for More Collective is turning the recycling bin into an art supply store, and yes, the kids can help. Think guided, low-stress crafting with all materials included, two project levels, and zero glitter in your carpet. Bring your creative streak, leave with keepsakes.

👨 Daddy Daughter Dance @ The Golden Venue | Saturday (3/7) at 6:00 PM – Ready to trade bedtime battles for a spin on the dance floor? At The Golden Venue, a daddy-daughter night for K-6 with mac and cheese for VIPs, chicken marsala and cash bar for you, plus photobooth, mocktails, and memories. Tickets required, space is tight.

🕯 Concerts by Candlelight @ Fayetteville Public Library | Saturday (3/7) at 7:00 PM – Nothing beats live music by candlelight, especially in Fayetteville’s prettiest historic rooms. Pick your poison, from Vivaldi and Hans Zimmer to Taylor, Queen, and Fleetwood Mac, all glow and no arena hassle. It’s date night, friend night, or solo serenity, with actual chairs.

🐇 Watercolor Workshop: Rabbits @ Studio 22 | Sunday (3/8) at 1:00 PM – An afternoon at the studio means one thing, painting rabbits that actually sit still. It’s a relaxed, in-person watercolor workshop for all levels, with demos, gentle guidance, and three charming notecards you can mail, frame, or hoard. Bring supplies or grab the studio kit.

🍳 Chef Todd’s Cooking Demo @ Isabella’s Italian | Thursday (3/12) at 6:30 PM – Three courses with wine pairings and a Chef Todd demo for $75, at Isabella’s. You watch, you sip, you swear you’ll try this at home, then remember takeout exists. Reserve on Eventbrite or call with a card, $20 goes toward dinner, tax and tip extra.

Live music & entertainment:

• 3/5 Open Mic Night @ Nomads Trailside – 6:00 PM
• 3/6 Sunny Sweeney @ Walton Arts Center – 7:30 PM
• 3/6 Deep Signal @ West & Watson – 9:00 PM
• 3/7 First Saturday Jam @ ReMix Music – 10:00 AM
• 3/7 Amber Violet @ Ozark Natural Foods – 12:00 PM
• 3/8 Tapestry: A Recital of Art Songs by BIPOC Women @ University of Arkansas – 10:00 AM
• 3/8 Guitar Center Kids Performance @ Six Twelve Coffeehouse & Bar – 1:00 PM

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.

• Thinning hair? Don’t wait – here are 3 treatments that work
• 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

📻 Fayetteville report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 71°F – Low: 61°F – Precip: 63%

Showers and thunderstorms likely before 3pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 71. Southwest wind 0 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 61. South wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

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Tomorrow – High: 75°F – Low: 51°F – Precip: 69%

Showers and thunderstorms likely. Some of the storms could be severe. Partly sunny, with a high near 75. South wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. Later: Showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy. Low around 51, with temperatures rising to around 55 overnight. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 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.

This house is wild

This RMF-24 multi-parcel opportunity borders the University of Arkansas, minutes to Dickson Street and Fayetteville Square. Three adjacent lots allow 11 to 12 units, subject to city approval. Two parcels hold leased 2-bed, 900 sq ft rentals with STR licenses. The third is cleared. Nearby Kaywood Lane land could add about eight more units.

Take a peek inside →