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Hi Warner Robins, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: Gold and silver surge, Thunderbirds fighter jets, and a mushroom propagation workshop + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
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📰 In the news
Neighborhood growth plan advances: Warner Robins leaders approved annexation and rezoning for 16.3 acres on Lake Joy Road near Duskmore Drive, paving the way for 43 homes, local businesses, plus road and stormwater upgrades — see what’s planned and where.
Award-winning educator advances: Dr. Artia Shorter has been named principal of Lake Joy Elementary and will take over in June. She currently serves as assistant principal at Westside Elementary in Warner Robins — see her career highlights.
Military jet technology up close: Warner Robins’ Museum of Aviation is a hidden gem for plane buffs, with the Century of Flight Hangar showcasing Thunderbirds fighter jets. Even better, admission is free for everyone — see what’s inside the hangar.
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+
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🫶 We got your back
Burger night, solved: Big Picture Burgers keeps weeknights easy with juicy, made-to-order stacks and dangerously snackable fries… the kind you promise to share, then don’t. Stuck in a dinner rut? Consider this your plot twist: craveable comfort, quick and simple, with flavors that make hitting play again optional.
Time to roll: If your week needs a spin, Olympia Skate Center offers updated facilities and a Fun Zone arcade for breathers. It’s low-stress, high-fun energy that makes it easy to glide, meet friends, and feel like a kid again… no complicated moves required.
Aviation fix this week: Slip into a midweek wander at Museum of Aviation, where four expansive exhibit buildings span stories from the Tuskegee Airmen to the SR-71. It’s an effortless “I did something cool today” win, great for kid energy, solo curiosity, or a low-pressure date.
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📆 Warner Robins for grown ups
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✨ Spring Cleaning @ Centerville Community Church | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – Roll up your sleeves at CCC for a good old-fashioned spring clean of our church home. We’ll dust, polish, and de-cobweb the place together, then refuel with lunch, because service goes better with sandwiches. All help appreciated, from meticulous organizers to broom-wielding rookies.
🛍 Spring Market @ Wellston Center | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – Take a break from yard work and swing by Wellston Center for the Spring Market. Local makers, food trucks, treats, plus door prizes that beat whatever’s hiding in the junk drawer. Free to wander, bring the crew, and pretend it’s not pollen season.
💼 Young Entrepreneur Vendor Event @ Rae of Hope Boutique | Saturday (3/7) at 11:00 AM – Local kid entrepreneurs are taking over the parking lot with handmade goods, sweet treats, and plenty of hustle, and yes, they probably take Venmo. Swing by to browse and brag on Byron’s finest, and if your mini mogul wants in, apply here: https://forms.gle/VrcpGC3T2EVC1jRU6
🎮 Disconnect Gaming Lounge Grand Opening @ Disconnect Gaming Lounge | Saturday (3/7) at 12:00 PM – Saturday in Warner Robins means the new Disconnect Gaming Lounge grand opening, soaking up the buzz, and snagging your 15-minute free play, no thumb warm-up required. Food trucks, giveaways, and 10% off party bookings, because budget is the real final boss.
🍪 Lucky Charm Cookie Decorating Class @ A J’s Confection & Confetti | Saturday (3/7) at 12:00 PM – Trade the green beer for green icing, and call it self-care. This St. Patrick’s cookie decorating class is beginner-friendly, stress-free, and fully supplied, with step-by-step guidance and royal icing tricks. Ages 14 and up, limited seats, you leave with a box of beauties.
🍄 March Mushroom Propagation Workshop @ Boy Scout Road Nursery | Saturday (3/7) at 2:00 PM – Whether you’ve grown mushrooms or just eaten them on pizza, this session at Boy Scout Road Nursery teaches you to inoculate sweet gum or oak logs with oyster and shiitake. Outdoors and capped at 20, led by Kenny Grieshop. Register, dress for whatever Georgia’s serving.
🏁 Mar 2026 On-Road Race @ Robins Racing | Saturday (3/7) at 2:00 PM – Shake off the errands and line up for some on-road racing that scratches the need-for-speed itch without the traffic ticket. Ten bucks gets your car on the grid, bragging rights optional, spare tires and good humor encouraged. Details at robinsracing.com, click the on-road racing tab.
Live music & entertainment:
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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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📻 Warner Robins report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 80°F – Low: 61°F – Precip: 9%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 80. South wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 61. Southeast wind 0 to 5 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 84°F – Low: 62°F – Precip: 27%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 84. South wind 0 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: A chance of rain showers before 7pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
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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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