Monday, April 27, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: 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.*

Regional alert for southeast Georgia: The Coastal Health District urges precautions as smoke from Brantley and Clinch wildfires affects Glynn County. Air quality here was labeled unhealthy, and sensitive people in Chatham should take care -- see affected areas and risks.

Hands-on nostalgia awaits: Brunswick’s Pinball Palace is a retro playground with more than 150 classic arcade games and pinball machines. Its all-you-can-play setup makes it easy to revisit favorites with friends and family -- read the full story.

Helicopter airlift from marsh: On April 16, a Coast Guard crew rescued a 71-year-old kayaker stranded near Village Creek Landing in Glynn County. She was hoisted to safety with no reported medical issues -- read the full story.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half — this free comparison tool makes it easy.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Climb out of a rut: Skip the same-old cardio and scramble your week with Brunswick Rocks, a nonprofit bouldering gym in downtown Brunswick that keeps things friendly for total beginners and seasoned senders. Expect color-splashed problems, volunteer-powered vibes, and that post-climb glow that makes errands feel easier than they should.

Weeknight flavor upgrade: Skip the same-old tonight and let Indigo Shanty punch up your dinner routine with American comfort dishes kissed by Caribbean and Mexican flavors, plus whatever came off the boat today. It’s relaxed, kid-friendly, and the kind of spot you’ll casually suggest, then secretly hope everyone says yes.

Press Start, Brunswick: If your week needs some joyful button-mashing, Pinball Palace is a family-run pinball museum and retro arcade where every machine is set to free play, you just pay for time. Bring the kids for the huge bounce room, grab a soda or beer, and chase that new high score.

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

Selling your house doesn't have to take months: If you need to sell quickly — because you're downsizing, relocating, or just ready to close this chapter — Liz helps seniors sell their houses fast. As-is. No repairs, no showings, no drawn-out back-and-forth. You pick the closing date. *See how it works →

Unknown-number calls aren't random: Scammers don't just pick numbers out of a hat. They pay data brokers a few bucks and get everything they need to harass you, trick you, rob you, or steal your identity outright. Incogni removes all of your personal info from these data broker sites and keeps an eye out to make sure it stays gone for good. *Get protected →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

☀ Porch Vibes & Summer Signs @ Driftwood Wine & Cocktails | Thursday (4/30) at 7:00 PM – Porch season is here, so give yours something to brag about. Paint, sip, and make a summer porch leaner, with all supplies, a free drink, games, and good vibes included. Beginner friendly, crafty, and the kind of quality time your stoop has been angling for.

🤠 Line Dancing @ The Hangout Bar & Grill | Thursday (4/30) at 7:00 PM – Dust off your boots and shuffle over for line dancing with Halle. She keeps it fun, patient, and delightfully low-pressure, so even two left feet find the beat. Good music, new moves, and just enough cardio to justify tacos afterward.

🐦 CCGA Campus Bird Walk @ Student Activity Center | Friday (5/1) at 9:00 AM – If you’ve been meaning to tell a gull from a drone, join Audubon’s beginner bird walk on the CCGA Brunswick campus, open to students, staff, faculty, and locals. They’ll share a few binoculars, so expect an easy stroll, marsh breezes, and, yes, actual birds.

💃 Spring Fun Friday Mixed-Level Belly Dance Class @ Golden Isles Belly Dance | Friday (5/1) at 6:30 PM – Whether you’re a total newbie or your hip scarf has seniority, this mixed-level belly dance class turns Friday nights into joyful, shimmy-filled therapy. It’s an eight-week series with supportive coaching, new combos each week, and zero pressure, just laughs, sweat, and upgraded posture.

🎼 Imani Milele Children’s Choir @ College Place Methodist Church | Friday (5/1) at 7:00 PM – Need a plan that feeds the soul and does not wreck the wallet? Imani Milele Children’s Choir brings soaring harmonies, vibrant culture, and real community spirit, all for the low price of free. Come for the joy, stay for the goosebumps.

🛍 Brunswick Harbor Market @ Mary Ross Waterfront Park | Saturday (5/2) at 8:00 AM – Think you know your way around a farmers market? Brunswick Harbor Market brings food, craft, and specialty vendors to the waterfront on the 1st, 3rd, and occasional 5th weeks, so you can stock up, catch a breeze, and run into your address book, no rush.

🚗 7th Annual Car, Truck, & Bike Show @ Golden Isles Church of God | Saturday (5/2) at 8:30 AM – Nothing beats chrome and salt air, especially when you get to judge your neighbors’ rides. This car, truck, and bike show serves up People’s, Kids, and Pastor’s Choice through Best in Show, plus a 50/50 and $25 registration benefiting youth and women’s ministries.

This marshfront custom retreat overlooks the Marshes of Glynn and spans 5,000 square feet across three levels with a path to the tidal creek. Outdoor highlights include a heated saltwater pool and covered porches. Inside, a full in-law suite, chef’s kitchen, marble fireplace, and a primary suite with screened porch offer marsh views, plus hardwoods, travertine, and an oversized garage.