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Rise and shine, Sierra Vista!
In today’s planning-your-week edition: Arizona Traveling Museum’s liberty bell, clinic zoning changes, and and the Shamrock 5K + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Sierra Vista 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
Integrating clinics into zoning: Sierra Vista City Council opened a 30 day public record on proposed code changes for mobile and modular medical facilities. It is open and meant to expand health care choices — see how rules would change.
Grassroots care strengthens community health: Northern Cochise Community Hospital and Benson Hospital partnered with Arizona Diaper Bank, providing free diapers, hygiene products in Cochise County, easing costs and supporting dignity for families and seniors — read the full story.
History hits the road: The Arizona Traveling Museum arrives in Tucson today with a full-size liberty bell replica for a one-day stop at Fort Lowell Park, hosted by Ginger Thompson with Tucson Presidio Trust — get all the details.
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
Pho, garden-fresh vibes: Indochine Family Restaurant keeps weeknights easy with steaming pho, bright stir-fries, and plenty of vegan picks, some herbs and veggies straight from the on-site garden. Low-key, local, and reliably tasty when dinner decisions feel hard.
Your no-fuss breakfast spot: When comfort calls, Landmark Cafe answers with hearty breakfast and lunch classics, small-town warmth, and no pretense. Save it for rushed mornings, slow weekends, or anytime the stove can wait; the menu’s reliable, the mood easy, and the coffee doing its job.
Stitchy inspiration, unlocked: Whether you knit, weave, felt, or simply admire gorgeous textiles, the Bisbee Fiber Arts Guild Fiber Arts Gift Shop is a cozy trove of local fiber art and fresh ideas. Find pieces that spark your next project, or give you the nudge to finally finish that long-sidelined one.
What doctors wish every 65+ adult had at home: Physicians call it “long-lie,” and it’s the real reason falls are so dangerous for older adults. It’s not a broken bone… it’s lying on the floor for hours waiting for someone to notice. We dug into the options that actually solve this problem, and one stood out. See which one →
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📆 Our favorite events this 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.
🎨 Crafts and Crafts @ Electric Brewing (Bisbee) | Tuesday (3/10) at 1:00 PM – Nothing beats making something with your hands while sipping a local craft pour. Bring your half-finished projects, your opinions on IPAs, and settle in, because Andrea is behind the bar, the conversation is easy, and the glue sticks are optional.
đź“š The Sierra Vista Festival of Books – Day One @ Boot Hill Books | Thursday (3/12) at 9:00 AM – Day One of the Festival of Books is diving into Tombstone lore with author talks and signings. Expect Wyatt Earp, Bat Masterson, ghost stories with Doc Holliday, and movie magic. History, legend, and a dash of mischief, no spurs required.
💼 AARP Tax-Aide Free Tax Preparation @ Bisbee Senior Center | Friday (3/13) at 12:00 PM – Let someone who actually enjoys 1040s handle your return for free with AARP Tax-Aide, by appointment only. Book here: https://calendly.com/Sierra-Vista-taxes/bisbee-appt-45-minutes?, then check your email for forms, and enjoy your blood pressure returning to normal again.
🤠Tombstone Festival of Western Books @ Schieffelin Hall | Friday (3/13) at 9:00 AM – Boot Hill Books is corralling Tombstone’s Festival of Western Books at Schieffelin Hall, with authors, museums, history buffs, and fresh titles stacked high. Anne Hillerman and J.A. Jance are signing, so dust off the reading glasses, and prepare for fewer gunfights, more plot twists.
🤠Wild West Days 2026 @ Tombstone Historic District | Friday (3/13) at 10:00 AM – Weekend plan: the 18th Annual Wild West Days turns Tombstone into a salute to our Armed Forces, all hat, heart, and hometown pride. It’s a daytime saunter, not a bar crawl, and the parade rolls Saturday at 11, so claim a curb early.
🍀 St. Patty’s 5K and Leprechaun 2K @ Barnes Field House | Saturday (3/14) at 8:00 AM – Take a break from errands and trot around Fort Huachuca for a St. Paddy’s 5K or the Leprechaun 2K. Run, walk, be Irish for a day, and the first 100 to register snag a commemorative tee. Bonus, kids ages 1 to 11 run free.
🎖 11th Annual Vets for Vets Fundraiser @ American Legion Post 24 (Tombstone) | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Dust off your boots for a good cause in Tombstone with live music, a Cochise County poker run, raffles, vendors, and food trucks. Bid in the silent auction, try your luck in the weapon and 50/50 raffles, and call it quality time, not errands.
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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đź“» Sierra Vista report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 72°F – Low: 43°F – Precip: 28%
A slight chance of rain showers between 2pm and 5pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny. High near 72, with temperatures falling to around 66 in the afternoon. South southeast wind 5 to 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: Showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 43. Southwest wind 3 to 17 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%.
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Tomorrow – High: 60°F – Low: 42°F – Precip: 52%
A chance of rain showers before 5pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 60. West southwest wind 3 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 42.
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