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Hi Muskegon, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: PFAS well testing pilot, black business pioneers exhibit, and polar plunge + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
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📰 In the news
Help for private well users: Safe Water for Muskegon County has launched a pilot offering PFAS screening in Egelston, Muskegon Charter, and Moorland townships, and will distribute 36 test kits with a March 26 meeting — get meeting details and eligibility.
A vital history uncovered: Muskegon Heritage Museum’s It Runs in the Family honors Black business pioneers in Muskegon and Muskegon Heights, sharing histories from 1968 to 2018 with curator Pamela Smith — see what the exhibit covers.
Renewable push gains momentum: Grand Haven’s Board of Light and Power said February 17 it added 2.15 megawatts from White Tail Solar through a 25 megawatt agreement with Michigan Public Power Agency — learn how they are diversifying.
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 run, anyone? Hamburger Mikey serves craveable, no-nonsense burgers, juicy, griddled, stacked with just-right extras, plus fries and shakes that hit the spot. Put it in your weeknight rotation when you need a quick win that tastes planned, not rushed.
Roll into fun: When cabin fever strikes, Jumpin’ Jupiter Skate & Fun Center is an easy win. Lace up for all-level roller skating, then explore the Galactic Arcade and Bounce Quest. Dust off those quads or blades, and turn a random weeknight into real cardio with extra laughs.
Color for your brain: When the group chat needs an easy plan, Muskegon Museum of Art delivers with thoughtful exhibitions, a surprisingly great shop for spontaneous gifts, and enough spark to make that blank wall feel like potential, not procrastination. It’s the kind of place that invites lingering and a quiet recharge… you leave seeing things a little differently.
Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.
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📆 Muskegon for grown ups
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🧁 Café & Bake Sale Fundraiser @ Mona Shores High School | Saturday (3/7) at 8:00 AM – Start the morning with coffee, a pastry, and the quiet satisfaction of helping the Mona Shores softball team. They’re turning the cafeteria into a cozy cafe, with players moonlighting as baristas. Eat there, stash extras for later, pretend it’s meal prep.
🥶 Polar Plunge @ Fricano’s Muskegon Lake | Saturday (3/7) at 12:00 PM – If you need a perfectly reasonable excuse to jump into Muskegon Lake in winter, here you go. Check in at the Hideaway Lounge, take the plunge, and thaw at the After Splash Bash at Fricano’s. Bragging rights, numb toes, and excellent people-watching.
🍀 Let’s Get Lucked Up: Pop-Up Shop @ Downtown Muskegon, Michigan | Saturday (3/7) at 12:00 PM – Clear a little trunk space and swing by the first pop-up of the year, Let’s Get Lucked Up, where fresh finds beat doomscrolling every time. Consider it a pre-St. Paddy’s warmup for your closet, your gift drawer, and your self-control. March 7, save it.
♀ Her Voice is Thunder: Feminist Art & Music Fundraiser @ Unruly Brewing Company | Saturday (3/7) at 3:00 PM – Raise a pint at Unruly Brewing while feminist art and live music power an International Women’s Day fundraiser for Sacred Medicine Sisterhood. Come for the performances, art, and camaraderie, stay because your ticket fuels Wild Woman Weekend and their 501(c)(3), which beats another forgettable night.
🌱 Planting Party @ Unruly Brewing Company | Sunday (3/8) at 2:00 PM – Head to Unruly for a planting party with Little Miss Green Thumb, where $25 gets you a mug planter, a succulent, St. Patrick’s touches, and guidance, plus discounted drinks while you pot and sip. Space is limited, so preorder tickets, act like you planned it.
🍵 American Girl Tea Party @ Norton Shores Branch, Muskegon Area District Library | Monday (3/9) at 5:30 PM – Pinkies up for a library tea that doubles as a history lesson. Bring the kiddo’s American Girl doll or a stuffie, sip tea and treats, and, for Women’s History Month, hear stories of the women behind the characters. Sweet, smart, and adorable, with registration required.
🖌 Watercolors with Kris @ Muskegon Township Branch of Muskegon Area District Library | Thursday (3/12) at 4:00 PM – Trade scrolling for brushstrokes and let local art whisperer Kris Desmond walk you through watercolors without the drama. Supplies are handled, so your junk drawer can rest. Space is limited, so register, then enjoy color, calm, and mild bragging rights.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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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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📻 Muskegon report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 43°F – Low: 35°F – Precip: 58%
Patchy fog before 7am, then a chance of rain and patchy fog between 7am and 10am, then rain likely and areas of fog. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 43. East wind 6 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: A chance of rain before 7pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 35. East wind 5 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 58°F – Low: 43°F – Precip: 78%
A chance of rain showers between 7am and 1pm, then showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a high near 58. Southeast wind 5 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. Later: Showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 43. Chance of precipitation is 90%.
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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