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Hi Wicomico County, hope you’re having a great weekend!

In today’s in-case-you-missed-it edition: RAR Brewing and Rise Up Coffee expansion, a historic city hall reboot, and new Breeze Airways flights + the top stories from this week & a sneak peek at next week.

From today’s sponsor, FinanceBuzz: Many Maryland drivers end up paying higher auto insurance premiums because they don’t shop around enough. The same driver with the same car can get wildly different quotes from different insurers, so it truly pays to compare. Their free tool makes it easy.*

📰 Most-clicked stories this week

New dining options incoming: RAR Brewing and Rise Up Coffee plan locations in south Salisbury at Cheese’s Campus, with a drive-thru planned. RAR will replace Voodoo Brewing. Chick-fil-A opened on February 26 — get all the details.

From firehouse to future hub: Salisbury has purchased the historic City Hall building from St. Peter’s Episcopal Church. After renovations, the city plans to move Neighborhood Services and the IT Group, reviving the landmark — explore its history and plans.

Eastern Shore flyers stay local: Economic leaders say new Salisbury to Fort Lauderdale flights could boost travel here, backed by an $800,000 grant that helped bring Breeze Airways to Salisbury airport. More destinations could follow — learn why leaders are optimistic.

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.*

Gold & silver are hot: Last year was gold’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150%… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. Curious about precious metal investing? GoldCo has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.*

All the crowd favorites:

• Schedule your free Heart Smart screening
• Play cash bingo benefiting Crown Sports Center
• Kick off spring at Tidal Roots

💎 This week’s top finds

Sofa glow-up time: Whether your favorite chair is sagging, porch cushions need a second wind, or boat seats took one summer too many, ABC Upholstery restores comfort and style with durable fabrics and careful stitching. Pieces look better, wear longer, and feel like they belong in your home again.

Comfort food, no fuss: When you crave a plate that hugs back, Bury Diner brings cozy booths, friendly faces, and made‑from‑scratch comfort that turns a random Tuesday into a small win. Simple, warm, and reliably satisfying, it’s the kind of spot that resets your day without trying.

Pho without the road trip: Craving a steamy bowl that hits the cozy notes? Wok N Bowl ladles pho and slurpable noodle soups for maximum comfort. Switch it up with ramen, poke, or bubble tea, and call it an easy weeknight win when you want big flavor without the fuss.

These aren’t ads or sponsored placements — they’re the local spots your fellow readers clicked on most this week.

🫶 We got your back

Your data is for sale right now: There are over 400 websites selling your info to marketers, political campaigns, and scammers. They’ve got your phone number, home address, relatives’ names… you name it. That’s how robocallers seem to know everything about you before you pick up. You can remove your info one site at a time, or pay a service to do it for you. Here’s what we recommend →

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 →

Paying full price is officially optional: Blu Dot just marked down dozens of their best sofas, beds, dining tables, outdoor pieces, and lighting by as much as 60%. Not because something’s wrong with them, but because every great design eventually has to make room for the next one. The deals change daily, so it’s always a new adventure. *See what’s on sale today →

Most people have no idea what’s happening inside their body: Not because the data doesn’t exist, but because no one’s collecting it. Routine annual checkups miss things like body composition, biological age, and the biomarkers that can help predict long-term patterns. The good news? HumeHealth offers tools to help you track all of that at home for less than the cost of a specialist visit. *Use code NEW20 to save 20% →

Something in your house is about to break: It might be your AC, your water heater, your fridge… doesn’t matter. Every major appliance has an expiration date, and when it goes, you’ll be staring down a repair bill that can climb into the thousands fast. An AHS home warranty covers these types of surprises + *select plans are $150 off right now →

📆 Sneak peek at next 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.

🧶 Hooked-On Crochet Workshops @ Coastal Hospice (Salisbury) | Monday (3/16) at 5:00 PM – Swap the Netflix binge for a cozy hour of crochet at Coastal Hospice’s Salisbury office, where your stitches become comfort for local patients. All levels welcome, beginners too. Bring a hook, some 4-weight yarn, and your best porch-sitting stories.

🌱 Spring Kickoff @ Tidal Roots (Salisbury) | Saturday (3/21) at 9:00 AM – Shake off winter in Tidal Roots’ greenhouse with sunrise yoga, Caribbean bites and beats, in-store samplings, and little surprises sprinkled throughout the day. It’s warm, green, and delightfully extra, like a vacation you can drive to. Yoga spots go fast, so snag one early.

🙏 Faith Filled Women’s Conference @ Wicomico Youth & Civic Center (Salisbury) | Saturday (3/21) at 10:00 AM – Wicomico Civic Center in Salisbury hosts the Faith Filled Women’s Conference, a one-day recharge with worship, inspiring speakers, and women who get it. Leave the inbox, bring your favorite church buddy, and expect heart-lifting, soul-refreshing perspective. Details at faithfilledwomen.com.

🍔 Spring Kickoff Cookout and Frozen Fairing Challenge Awards @ Shore Cycles (Salisbury) | Saturday (3/21) at 10:00 AM – Think your winter miles counted? Hit Shore Cycles’ free lot cookout for DJ Mikey, kid-friendly fun, and $15 Delmarva Riders BBQ chicken. Riders up front, cars in back, while Frozen Fairing champs claim big prizes, and every platter kicks cash back into the community.

🧪 DIY Slime @ CoCo’s Funhouse (Salisbury) | Saturday (3/21) at 1:00 PM – Saturday at CoCo’s Funhouse means the kids get gloriously slimy, and you don’t lift a sponge. They mix, stretch, and customize with glitter, beads, and colors, included with regular admission or $5 for Funfull members, then burn off energy on inflatables and in the arcade.

🌸 Sips and Stems: The Equinox Bloom Brunch @ The Modern Graze (Willards) | Sunday (3/22) at 11:00 AM – Equinox energy calls for fresh blooms, a good pour, and zero frantic DIY. This relaxed flower workshop with brunch lets you sip, snip, and finally give your kitchen table some dignity, all while pretending pollen counts are just a rumor. Low stress, high charm.

🥚 2026 Adaptive Easter Egg Hunt @ Falcons Youth Sports (Fruitland) | Sunday (3/22) at 11:30 AM – Bring the crew to the Adaptive Easter Egg Hunt, the sweet spot where joyful chaos meets thoughtful accommodations. You know the drill, register everyone in advance, siblings included, no walk-ups. It fills fast, and yes, the eggs are plentiful, the smiles even more so.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Wicomico County report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 59°F – Low: 53°F – Precip: 2%

Partly sunny, with a high near 59. East wind 6 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Later: Rain showers between 8pm and 5am, then showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a low around 53. Southeast wind 13 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.

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Tomorrow – High: 70°F – Low: 32°F – Precip: 89%

Showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a high near 70. South wind 16 to 23 mph, with gusts as high as 38 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Later: Showers and thunderstorms before 5am, then a slight chance of snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 32. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.

Most popular house this week

Set in prestigious Steeplechase, this 2001 brick-front Colonial spans 2,488 square feet on a 0.46-acre lot. A cozy fireplace anchors the living room, and doors open to decks and patios. Upgrades include a renovated kitchen with new stainless appliances, refreshed entry, new HVAC, a 6-foot privacy fence, side-entry garage, and a community pool with HOA-covered water and snow removal.

Take a peek inside →