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Happy weekend, Lake Havasu!
In today’s happening-today edition: Bluegrass on the Beach, Brews & Brats Festival, and overpaying for car insurance + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
Today’s sponsor (Money.com) built a free comparison tool that helped me cut my car insurance premiums in half. It took about 3 minutes, and honestly… I wish I’d done it sooner. If you haven’t shopped around in a while, you can easily check the best rates here.
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📰 In the news
Selling speed in context: Thinking of selling in Lake Havasu City? In January, homes took 60 days to go under contract, with a median sale price of $356,000 and a 97% sale-to-list ratio — see local and national stats.
Health leaders urge vigilance: Arizona’s measles outbreak may not end soon, officials warn, with most cases in Mohave County near Colorado City, and vaccination remains key as most infections have been among the unvaccinated — get all the details.
More residents aging in place: NAR says the Lake Havasu City-Kingman metro has seen one of the largest drops in household size over the past decade, driving demand for smaller homes for singles and couples — see the numbers and why.
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.
Someone Googled you this week: Whether you’re dating again, selling something locally, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up. Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.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 all that up – learn more here.
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🚗 Are you quietly overpaying for car insurance?
Together with our sponsor Money.com
Auto insurance premiums have been climbing across the country… and most folks won’t notice until it’s time to renew and they’re hit with a higher bill.
The frustrating part? Loyalty rarely gets rewarded. Insurers adjust prices constantly, and new customers often qualify for better rates than long-time policyholders.
I learned that the hard way. I had the same policy for half a decade. Autopay was on, I saw the charges come in every month and never thought twice about them. Turns out I was paying well above the national average ($175/mo) for a single car… for years.
This free comparison tool lets you check rates from multiple insurers in just a few minutes. It costs nothing to look, and it could save you hundreds this year.
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🫶 We got your back
Local color fix: Need a quick mood lift? Swing by The KAWS, a downtown hub for makers, pop-up markets, and art, complete with a serene desert garden mural to wander past. It’s an easy midweek reset when you want local flavor and creativity without overthinking plans.
Paper therapy, anyone?: Between fresh paper, clever tools, and low-key crop hangouts that somehow turn into therapy sessions, Artzy Archivers is the locally run supply spot keeping projects moving and ideas sparking. Ideal for those moments when your craft stash mysteriously runs out of adhesive or inspiration.
Taproom time, Havasu: Mudshark Brewery hits the after-work sweet spot with fresh pours, easygoing energy, and enough variety to keep your regular order guessing. Bring a neighbor, split a flight, and turn Tuesday into a small win, every time.
An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.
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📆 Around town today & tomorrow
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🌊 Lake Havasu Havoc @ SARA Park Rodeo Grounds | Saturday (3/7) at 8:00 AM – Lake Havasu Havoc is rolling in with a desert cross-country mountain bike throwdown, presented by Mudshark Brewing Co. Bring your legs, lungs, and a healthy respect for cactus, then reward the effort with a cold pint. Course scoop at MBAA.net/racing/havasu-havoc.
🥎 Havasu Girls Softball Opening Day @ Rotary Park Lake Havasu (Lake Havasu City) | Saturday (3/7) at 8:00 AM – Opening Day at the Havasu softball fields means team photos, footraces and throwing contests, and medals for the top three in each division. Expect a 50/50 raffle, a snack bar that knows its crowd, music, and games. Bring sunscreen, lawn chairs, and your loudest cheer.
♠ All In For The Arts Poker Run @ The Bunker Bar (Lake Havasu City) | Saturday (3/7) at 8:00 AM – Bring the RZR and hit the All In For The Arts Poker Run at The Bunker Bar. Five stops to build your best hand, then lunch, live music, raffle prizes, and a 50/50. $50 gets you a hot dog lunch and bragging rights.
🍸 The Office Cocktail Lounge 22nd Anniversary Party @ The Office Cocktail Lounge & Grill (Lake Havasu City) | Saturday (3/7) at 12:00 PM – Clear your Saturday for The Office Cocktail Lounge turning 22, a proper parking lot party courtesy of Tosha and crew. Crosscutt plays straight through, expect free admission, food specials, clothing deals, Jell-O shots, and dangerously drinkable cocktails. Consider it community bonding, with better guitar solos.
🍺 Brews & Brats Festival @ Lake Havasu City | Saturday (3/7) at 12:00 PM – Ready to trade yard work for cold beer and brats? Your grill can take the day off. A short drive drops you lakeside for an afternoon of craft pours, sizzling sausages, and small-town charm, then wander, linger, or make a night of it.
🪕 Bluegrass on the Beach @ Lake Havasu State Park | Saturday (3/7) at 4:20 PM – Lake Havasu State Park is trading jet skis for fiddles as bluegrass takes over the beach, back to back. Think toe-tapping under the palms, shade chairs, and that smug feeling of not being in traffic. Pack sunscreen, a cooler, and your best front-porch sway.
🛣 American Mile @ Lighthouse Lounge (Lake Havasu City) | Sunday (3/8) at 4:00 PM – Craving guitars with grit and three-part harmonies, but not the parking-lot drama? American Mile brings modern country and Southern rock, Aerosmith to Stapleton vibes, from a band that lives onstage. No cover, so save the cash for tacos, cocktails, or parking.
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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📻 Lake Havasu report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 79°F – Low: 54°F – Precip: 3%
Patchy blowing dust between 8am and 3pm. Sunny, with a high near 79. North wind 16 to 24 mph, with gusts as high as 37 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 54. North northeast wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 86°F – Low: 57°F – Precip: 1%
Sunny, with a high near 86. North wind around 12 mph. Later: Clear, with a low around 57.
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