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

In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Local housing hotspots, a $1 million police camera plan, and Georgia’s Barrier Islands on a must-see list + lots of fun things to do for free.

Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Brunswick 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.

📰 In the news

Local housing hotspots revealed: Which Brunswick-area cities saw the fastest-growing home prices? A recent Stacker analysis using Zillow data highlights the top movers as pandemic demand and higher mortgage rates keep reshaping the market — see the full city rankings.

Real-time crime data hub: Brunswick city commissioners approved a $1 million plan for a police camera network with new street lights, aiming to curb crime while residents raise concerns about privacy and monitoring — see how it will work.

Family-friendly shores get spotlight: Georgia’s Barrier Islands were named among 18 must-see family spring break destinations for 2026 by Great Wolf Lodge, highlighting coastline and fun on St. Simons, Jekyll, and Sea Island — see which islands stand out.

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:

• Join a free caregiver support group
• Paint expressive edges with Nancy Tankersley
• Experience Celtic Angels Ireland at The Ritz
• Save on self-care during the CVS Epic Beauty Sale

🏆 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.

🫶 We got your back

Pasta night, solved: When the craving hits, Tramici serves comforting bowls like rigatoni bolognese, short rib and three-cheese ravioli, and spaghetti with house-made marinara, plus thin-crust pies if you’re brokering peace at the table. A cozy room, twinkly patio, and among-friends energy make weeknights feel upgraded.

Wardrobe refresh, island-style: Sister-owned and thoughtfully curated, SAINTS keeps St. Simons closets fun with easygoing pieces, pretty dresses, and accessories that feel special without trying too hard. When you need a pick-me-up outfit or a little sparkle, it’s the kind of boutique you’ll recommend to friends…effortless, sunny, and a little glam.

Three-minute chill reset: Legs still barking from beach runs or tennis? The Spa at Sea Island offers whole-body cryotherapy that takes about three minutes, easing soreness and lifting your mood. Step out feeling lighter, calmer, and ready for round two, a simple midweek recovery that doesn’t require overthinking.

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.

📆 Free events worth checking out

Have an event to share? BaseLocal Verified Businesses can submit them for free! Learn more about how to submit an event here →

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

🎖 Veteran Resource Day @ American Legion Post 9 | Saturday (3/7) at 8:00 AM – American Legion Post 9 is pulling together a one-stop resource day for veterans, active duty, and families, with on-site VA reps, wellness support, job and education connections, and real help without the runaround. Free coffee, food, and walk-ins welcome, because schedules are already complicated enough.

🐸 Marsh Madness 2026 @ Liberty Ship Park | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Call it Marsh Madness without the brackets, and join Keep Golden Isles Beautiful to clean the marsh at Liberty Ship Park. They’ll have vests, bags, gloves, and water, you bring boots, sunscreen, bug spray, and that neighborly streak.

💬 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.

🎓 Youth Symposium @ Elizabeth F. Correll Teen Center | Saturday (3/21) at 10:30 AM – If your teen’s screen time is high and patience is low, park the crew at Elizabeth F. Correll Teen Center for a free Youth Symposium on mental health and wellness. Ages 8-18, plus parents, get real talk, local resources, activities, food, and prizes.

♻ 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 →

🔥 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.

• Industry-leading home warranty protection ($150 off right now)
• 62+? See how much tax-free cash your home could unlock → free calculator
• This free tool helps connect you with the right financial advisor
• Got debt? You may be able to pay less than you owe
• Protect your pet from disaster with this pet insurance plan
• You can own physical gold and silver in your retirement account

📻 Brunswick report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 70°F – Low: 57°F – Precip: 2%

Areas of fog before 9am. Mostly sunny. High near 70, with temperatures falling to around 68 in the afternoon. Northeast wind 6 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 17 mph. Later: Partly cloudy. Low around 57, with temperatures rising to around 59 overnight. Northeast wind 1 to 6 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 73°F – Low: 58°F – Precip: 3%

Patchy fog between 7am and 10am. Mostly sunny. High near 73, with temperatures falling to around 68 in the afternoon. Northeast wind 1 to 10 mph. Later: Areas of fog after 4am. Partly cloudy. Low around 58, with temperatures rising to around 60 overnight. East wind 2 to 7 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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