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Hello Oklahoma City! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. 

In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Transit line hits 1 million riders, gold and silver are surging, and bat house build takes flight + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.

Today’s sponsor, Spot Pet Insurance, is something I wish I had before a late-night emergency vet visit left me with a $10,000 credit card bill. It’s cheaper than Netflix… and means you never have to choose between your pet and your savings. It takes less than 5 minutes to sign up – get started here.

📰 In the news

Oklahoma City transit milestone: EMBARK says RAPID NW surpassed 1 million riders in 2025, two years after its launch, connecting northwest OKC to downtown. Officials say the bus rapid transit line will keep growing — read the full story.

Student-powered community support: A program in Norman pairs OU students with homeowners for help moving and yard work. Started in Texas, Spare Hand Students has supported thousands while helping cover college costs — see how it works.

Tenth-year philanthropy highlights: Simple Modern released its second Community Impact Report, detailing nearly $3.3 million in 2025 donations supporting education, marginalized communities, and essential needs across local, national, and international partners — get the full giving breakdown.

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:

• Eat pancakes to support Kiwanis youth
• See four Oklahoma artists on display
• Learn storm safety with hands-on science
• This top-tier home warranty is 50% off right now

🐾 One pet emergency can cost $10,000+

Together with our sponsor Spot Pet Insurance

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From the initial exam fee just to be seen, to x-rays, surgery, medication, and follow-up visits… the bill racks up fast (to say the least). And at that moment? You’re not thinking about your savings, you’re just saying yes to whatever keeps them thriving.

As soon as we got home, I dug around online and ultimately signed up for Spot.

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Small plates, big mood: Weeknights feel upgraded with grazing. At Riserva Bar + Tapas, shareable plates shine with inventive tapas, plus a legit wine and cocktail lineup, perfect for catching up without committing to one big entrée. Spreads encourage lingering and make conversation the main course.

Paddle season nudge: Whether you’re planning a mellow lake float or testing your SUP balance, OKC Kayak delivers solid gear and no-stress rentals that make getting on the water easy. Friendly staff, real advice, and plenty of options… consider this your nudge to swap scroll time for paddle time.

Big-screen vibes, zero fuss: Swap endless scrolling for something good. Rodeo Cinema programs indie, classic, and cult films that ignite post-movie debates and a little inspiration, with lineups that feel like a handpicked playlist. Ideal for a midweek treat or a low-key weekend plan.

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.

📆 Fun for the whole fam

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

🎨 Santa Fe South Music & Arts Festival @ Crossroads Renewal Project | Friday (3/6) at 6:00 PM – Santa Fe South turns 25 with a Music and Arts fest at Crossroads Renewal Project, featuring student showcases, dance, visual art, and a makers market. Expect proud parents, surprise alumni sightings, that warm Southside energy, and a commemorative tee you will swear you needed anyway.

🏷 Community Garage Sale @ Mustang Lion’s Club | Saturday (3/7) at 8:00 AM – Finally, a garage sale without the wind. Shop the indoor, climate controlled community sale, snag biscuits and gravy, score free kids sight checks, and let Habitat grab your leftovers. Selling too, vendor spots are 25 bucks with a table, limited, call Rob at 405-875-1582.

🦇 Batty for Bats! Bat House Build @ Will Rogers Gardens | Saturday (3/7) at 8:30 AM – Give the skeeters an eviction notice, and build a bat house while you learn about our mosquito-munching OKC locals. Kits are ready, you bring the curiosity, patience, and pre-registration. It is part DIY, part wildlife appreciation, all backyard upgrade.

🏪 La Bodega Pop Up Market @ La Bodega Event Center | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Swing by the La Bodega pop up for a proper neighborhood market, upgraded, with 21 vendors, live music, and Lexianna’s cooking. The kids score a free bouncy house and face paint, you browse in peace, then swear you were only looking at the puppy adoption.

🌿 Tek Fest @ First Americans Museum | Saturday (3/7) at 11:00 AM – FAM is celebrating spring with a free, family friendly dive into Traditional Ecological Knowledge, with stories, songs, and hands-on activities. Pick up a TEK Passport, collect stamps, and maybe score museum swag while brushing up on how folks handle Oklahoma’s spring chaos.

🎨 Kindness Rocks Paint Party @ Anthem Brewing | Sunday (3/8) at 12:00 PM – Take a breather and swing by Anthem Brewing with Red Earth Vegans for a paint party that brightens bad days and boosts our pollinator waystation. Because around here, kindness looks like paint, pollinators, and a pint. Vegan bites included, beer for purchase, all ages welcome.

🍳 Breakfast for Dinner Fundraiser @ Country Estates Baptist Church of MidWest City | Tuesday (3/10) at 4:00 PM – IHOP is flipping flapjacks for dinner at Country Estates Baptist, and the Midwest City Kiwanis are turning syrup into scholarships, student awards, and a Senior Citizen Prom for Mid‑Del kids. It’s $7, it’s local, and yes, breakfast at night still feels slightly rebellious.

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.

• Thinning hair? Don’t wait – here are 3 treatments that work
• 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
• Treat yourself: Save on self-care during the CVS Epic Beauty Sale

📻 Oklahoma City report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 59°F – Low: 51°F – Precip: 43%

A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 59. North wind 5 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A chance of rain showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 51. East northeast wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

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Tomorrow – High: 73°F – Low: 63°F – Precip: 38%

A chance of rain showers before 9am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 73. South southeast wind 5 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Later: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

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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