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Hi Prescott, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: A 200-mile trail proposal, a Led Zeppelin tribute, and a car show with free lunch + 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
Ambitious regional trail concept: A proposed Verde Valley Circle Trail could ring the valley with about 200 miles of singletrack, linking Cottonwood and Camp Verde. Driven by Prescott National Forest input, planning continues — get all the details.
Timing for peak garden success: Prescott’s Mountain Gardener Ken Lain shares a spring roadmap you can start today, from soil prep and feeding to cold hardy color plus pruning tips for roses and fruit trees — read the full spring roadmap.
Interim judicial seat opening: Yavapai County is seeking applicants for Seligman Justice Court Justice of the Peace, with an appointment effective April 11, 2026, serving until the November 3, 2026 General Election — get all the details.
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
Smash-burger craving, solved: Craving a proper smash with personality? At Bill’s Grill, juicy build-your-own and signature burgers (hello, Black & Blue Buffalo) meet crisp fries and old-school shakes… reliable comfort that makes Tuesday feel special while still staying your neighborhood spot.
Swap skates for smiles: When the quad skates gather dust, In The Game Prescott Valley brings the energy, with a massive arcade, 18-hole mini golf, and a climbable play maze that somehow wears kids out faster than coffee boosts adults. Perfect for an easy game night.
A four-acre time hop: From territorial politics to rose garden strolls, Sharlot Hall Museum keeps Prescott’s story vivid, not dusty. Restored buildings and rotating exhibits bridge frontier grit with backyard bloom… a four-acre ramble where history feels neighborly, surprising, and close to 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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📆 Prescott for grown ups
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🐦 Garden Class: Welcome to Hummingbirds @ Watters Garden Center | Saturday (3/7) at 9:30 AM – Yard feeling more meh than mountain oasis? This free garden class shows you which evergreens make perfect hummingbird hideaways, how to plant, water, and outsmart those pesky borers in our mountain climate, plus the bloomers our nectar snobs visit. Bring questions, leave with a plan.
🌳 Yes! at Nature Ninos @ Watson Lake Upper Ramada | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – If your small humans need to burn energy that doesn’t involve your couch springs, swing by Nature Niños, a free play meetup for ages 0-8 at Watson Lake. Park rangers lead the fun. You get views, they get storytime, goodies, a raffle, and snacks.
🐶 Design Your Dog’s Custom Leather Collar @ Preskitt’s Pawz N Clawz | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Local leather whiz Moriah Dougherty is popping into Pawz N Clawz to help you design a custom, perfectly fitted collar that suits your dog. She’s sizing pups, talking leathers and hardware, and taking in-store orders, so you can finally retire that frayed nylon situation.
🎸 Led Zepplified @ Elks Theatre | Saturday (3/7) at 7:00 PM – Led Zepplified brings the Zeppelin you actually want to hear to the gorgeous, historic Elks Theatre, so you can sing along without dealing with arena chaos. Big sound, real musicianship, comfy seats, and zero parking meltdowns. This will sell out, grab tickets.
🍔 Dad’s Backyard Grill Fundraiser @ Dad’s Backyard Grill | Sunday (3/8) at 12:00 PM – Backyard vibes and burger cravings, solved. Dad’s Backyard Grill is donating 15% to Trails 4 Tatas, so your cheeseburger habit suddenly counts as philanthropy. Expect juicy burgers, sandwiches, and desserts, plus fresh T4T shirts in heather gray, sweatshirts, and mugs.
🚗 Cruise into Comfort Car Show @ Comfort Mobility & Medical Supplies | Sunday (3/8) at 1:00 PM – Comfort Mobility is rolling out a car show with shiny classics, friendly locals, and yes, free lunch and drinks. Only in Prescott do chrome, conversation, and a medical supply parking lot pair this well. Bring the family, leave the wallet.
🌌 Emergence: An Evening in the Mogollon Highlands @ The Federal | Sunday (3/8) at 6:30 PM – Whether you know the Rim by heart or still mix up agaves and aspens, this evening celebrates the Mogollon Highlands. Live music, bites, drinks, an auction for guided adventures, and smart talks, all backing a year of field learning, mentorship, art, and research.
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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📻 Prescott report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 59°F – Low: 31°F – Precip: 2%
Sunny. High near 59, with temperatures falling to around 55 in the afternoon. Southwest wind 9 to 21 mph, with gusts as high as 32 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 31. Northwest wind 9 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 31 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 55°F – Low: 32°F – Precip: 1%
Sunny, with a high near 55. Northwest wind around 10 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 32. North wind around 8 mph.
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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This 4-bed, 4-bath, 3,347-square-foot Prescott stunner backs to trust land with unobstructed vistas of Watson and Willow Lakes, Glassford Hill, and the Dells. An airy plan centers a fireplace and a modern kitchen with KitchenAid appliances, quartz, and a walk-in pantry. The primary suite pampers with a freestanding tub. Minutes to hiking trails, shopping, and the historic square.
Take a peek inside →
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