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Hi Glendale, hope you’re having a great weekend!
In today’s in-case-you-missed-it edition: Whole Foods taking over a former Big Lots, NASCAR and IndyCar weekend, and 12 tea houses to try + the top stories from this week & a sneak peek at next week.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Glendale 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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📰 Most-clicked stories this week
Grocery options set to grow: Whole Foods is coming to Glendale’s West Valley, taking over the former Big Lots. Permits show prep finished. It will be West Valley’s first store, with opening details not announced — read the full story.
Action-packed desert speedfest: NASCAR will return to Phoenix Raceway March 8 for Straight Talk Wireless 500, with IndyCar back for the first time since 2018, plus STEM events and driver appearances across Glendale — get the full weekend lineup.
Global flavors, local charm: A fresh roundup spotlights 12 Arizona tea houses, from British-style parlors to serene ceremony spaces, including Glendale’s Pink Door Tea House, offering soothing sips, savory bites, and house-made pastries — check out the full lineup.
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.
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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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🫶 This week’s top finds
Serious wing energy: Crazy Mike’s Wings fries extra-crispy bone-in and boneless, with legit dry rubs like Crazy Mike’s Rub and lemon pepper, plus saucy standbys from mild buffalo to mango habanero. Add garlic parm fries, then dunk it all in that sneaky, spicy ranch that somehow belongs on everything.
Closet’s new secret weapon: Pink House Boutique in Historic Downtown Glendale blends true vintage with pin-up and boho finds, so you can nab a one-off cardigan, swingy dress, or cowboy boots while supporting local makers. It’s the kind of spot you pop into and somehow leave perfectly styled.
Tapas night, sorted: When the midweek ‘what’s for dinner’ debate hits, Quench Taps and Tapas delivers scratch-made small plates, truly gluten-free options, and house-baked treats. Mix sharables with pours from a deep wine list or chilled Arizona craft beers for easy, happy dining.
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.
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📆 Sneak peek at next week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🏠 Home & Health Show @ Briarwood Country Club (Sun City West) | Tuesday (3/10) at 9:00 AM – If your to-do list and your step count both need a boost, the Sun City West Home & Health Show has you covered. Browse upgrades, sample wellness goodies, enjoy live music, and snag vendor giveaways, then call it self-care, home improvement, and a social outing.
🎨 Paint Your Pet Portrait @ Conscious Creations Art Studio (Surprise) | Thursday (3/12) at 5:00 PM – Email Shelley a simple photo of your pet ahead, then come paint their portrait with acrylics and mixed media. It is low key, surprisingly soothing, and you might hang the result. Register in advance, and send the good photo, not the blurry zoom.
🎾 MS Charity Pickleball Tournament @ Center Court Pickleball Club | Friday (3/13) at 9:00 AM – Whether you live in the kitchen or still call it mini tennis, the MS Charity Pickleball Tournament at Center Court Pickleball Club in Glendale turns your dinks and laughs into real support. Bring a trusty paddle, the neighbor with the knee brace, and good banter.
🚗 Ventana Lakes Car Show @ Ventana Yacht Club (Sun City) | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – If you’ve been itching to ogle chrome without a sales pitch, the Ventana Lakes car show delivers. Classics, muscle, and slick modern builds, plus gearheads who know patina from neglect. Shiny paint, friendly ribbing, and time to actually talk cars, not shout over a DJ.
🐝 Native Plants for Desert Pollinators @ SummerWinds Nursery | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Think your yard is full sun, or full punishment? This free Glendale class spotlights native, desert-adapted plants that like the Valley of the Sun, to draw hummingbirds, butterflies, and native bees, with simple year-round support, plus container ideas. No registration, limited seating, so arrive early.
🎨 SWAC Art Show @ Palm Ridge Recreation Center (Sun City West) | Sunday (3/15) at 10:30 AM – Ready to trade pickleball for paintbrushes? Sun West Art Club’s annual show takes over Palm Ridge Rec Center with member-made paintings, pottery, and mixed media, the kind you actually want on your walls. Stroll, chat with your talented neighbors, maybe take home a new favorite.
🎭 Pretty Woman – The Musical @ Arizona Broadway Theatre (Peoria) | Sunday (3/15) at 2:00 PM – Skip the downtown hassle and head to Arizona Broadway Theatre for Pretty Woman the Musical, your favorite rom-com upgraded with live vocals, a tight orchestra, and zero parking drama. Big feelings, bigger hair, and dinner service if you like. No shopping montage required.
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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📻 Glendale report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 87°F – Low: 59°F – Precip: 2%
Sunny, with a high near 87. East wind 5 to 10 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 59. West northwest wind 0 to 5 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 78°F – Low: 54°F – Precip: 48%
A chance of rain showers between 11am and 5pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 78. West wind 0 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 54. Southwest wind 0 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
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.
Most popular house this week
This No HOA stunner shows fresh paint, refinished wood floors, and 8-foot knotty alder doors. The four-bedroom layout includes three ensuites and a theater with full bath and wet bar. A kitchen with knotty alder cabinetry, Sub-Zero, and Wolf anchors the home. Outdoors delivers pool, fireplace, BBQ, shower, RV parking, and a four-car garage.
Take a peek inside →
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