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Hey Brunswick, hope your week’s off to a good start!

In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Mya Timmons on Gullah Geechee heritage, 280-year-old tabby ruins, and a prettiest towns list nod + lots of fun things to do for free.

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📰 In the news

Healing a broken promise: Artist Mya Timmons, 25, is preserving Gullah Geechee heritage through art, using her ancestors’ soil to teach about native plants rooted in Harris Neck’s history of WWII displacement — read the full story.

Scenic southern port spotlighted: Brunswick was named among the 13 prettiest towns by World Atlas, praised for waterfront views, historic charm, seafood roots, and landmarks like Lover’s Oak and the Ritz Theatre — read the full story.

Survivor from early America: Near Brunswick, the 1743 Horton House on Jekyll Island reveals 280-year-old tabby ruins made of oyster shells, lime, sand, and water, echoing Major William Horton and the DuBignon family history — read the full story.

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.

Highlights this week:

• Author Beth Yarbrough on saving historic buildings
• Explore guided Tarot readings with Nicole
• Join the Crusaders 5K and Fun Run

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Quick lunch, zero fuss: Sammies slices fresh meats and cheeses each morning, then wraps classic grab-and-go sandwiches, like turkey, ham, roast beef, or chicken salad, that actually hit the spot. When you crave tasty, no-drama lunch, Sammies has you covered, plus a cookie for ‘later’ that vanishes on the drive home.

Under the oaks, exhale: Gascoigne Bluff Park offers shaded picnic spots, a breezy fishing pier, and a mellow disc golf loop beneath massive live oaks. Slip in a midweek stroll, let kids burn energy, or catch golden-hour views without leaving St. Simons Island.

Toy joy on the island: Family-owned and packed with toys, games, puzzles, and giftable surprises, Whippersnappers Toy Store saves last-minute birthdays and rainy afternoons. Slip in the kids-only side door with your littles, and let the staff point you to something fun that actually lasts.

Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →

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📆 Free events worth checking out

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

🤝 Caregiver Support Group @ Hospice of the Golden Isles | Tuesday (3/10) at 1:00 PM – Caregiving is a privilege, and a full-contact sport, so this Hospice of the Golden Isles support group gives you a place to breathe, get real answers, and feel less alone. Free and open to public, no platitudes, just neighbors with expertise, kindness, and coffee.

🧠 Trivia Night @ Tipsy McSway’s | Wednesday (3/11) at 7:00 PM – Tipsy’s is hosting Wednesday trivia with Michael and Mallory, a friendly brawl of brains, banter, and pints. Roll in solo or with a crew for general knowledge rounds, real prizes, and, in a pinch, a chug-off tie-breaker. It’s free to play, so hydrate.

💪 Fitness Thursdays @ City of Brunswick | Thursday (3/12) at 12:00 PM – Take a breather from pretending dog walks count and show up for Fitness Thursdays, a free community workout for adults and teens. Friendly crowd, zero judgment, and enough sweat to earn that post-class taco. Bring the family quads, not the excuses.

💬 Brunswick Grief Support Group @ Hospice of the Golden Isles | Tuesday (3/17) at 2:00 PM – Loss is personal, but you do not have to carry it solo. In Brunswick, Hospice of the Golden Isles hosts a free, open-to-all grief support group, a room for honest conversation, shared stories, and practical resources, no platitudes, just neighbors who get it.

🎣 Fly Tying Night @ On The Fly Outfitters | Thursday (3/19) at 6:30 PM – Think you can tie a Woolly Bugger without muttering under your breath? Come to this free, low-stress fly tying hang, where pros, curious newbies, and those of us with readers mingle. Bring your vise and tools, or reserve one of ten $20 kits, call ahead.

👕 Clothing Swap @ Calvary Baptist Church | Saturday (3/21) at 10:30 AM – Clean out your closet and hit the clothing swap at Calvary Baptist’s fellowship hall on Wildwood Drive. Bring wearable goods for men, women, and kids, set them out, then shop for free, like a yard sale where nobody haggles, and your closet breathes easier.

♻ Marsh Madness Cleanup @ Earth Day Nature Trail | Saturday (3/21) at 12:00 PM – If your idea of spring cleaning involves a salt marsh, join the crew at Brunswick’s Earth Day Nature Trail for a rain or shine cleanup. Gear is provided, mud is guaranteed, and the company is solid. Come solo or bring the whole crew.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Brunswick report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 83°F – Low: 63°F – Precip: 10%

Sunny. High near 83, with temperatures falling to around 79 in the afternoon. Southwest wind 2 to 9 mph. Later: Mostly clear. Low around 63, with temperatures rising to around 65 overnight. South wind 3 to 8 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 82°F – Low: 64°F – Precip: 1%

Mostly sunny. High near 82, with temperatures falling to around 79 in the afternoon. South wind 3 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 16 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy. Low around 64, with temperatures rising to around 66 overnight. South wind 5 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 17 mph.

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That’s exactly what happened to me. I had the same policy for half a decade. Autopay was on, it was out of sight and out of mind. Turns out I was blindly paying way more than everyone else I knew.

If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too – here’s the comparison tool I used.

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