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Hey Wilkes-Barre, hope your weekâs off to a good start!
In todayâs wallet-friendly edition: Carmen Tinsonâs Madam C.J. Walker honor, NEPA Philharmonicâs Debussy & Frenemies, and Monster Jam action + lots of fun things to do for free.
Todayâs sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Wilkes-Barre protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains whatâs driving the surge⊠and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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đ° In the news
Community-driven success story: Wilkes-Barre beauty shop owner Carmen Tinson was honored with the Madam C.J. Walker Award for Excellence for her leadership and Black entrepreneurship, and she plans to open a beauty school — see what’s next for her.
Two special performances ahead: NEPA Philharmonic will present March events, “Celtic & Bluegrass Sky” at Wyoming Seminary Kirby Center for the Creative Arts with an after-party at Luzerne County Courthouse, and “Debussy & Frenemies” — check out the full lineup.
Welsh heritage gathering returns: Edwardsvilleâs Dr. Edwards Memorial Congregational Church hosts its annual St. Davidâs Day Tea today, led by Peter Keller with music from Changing Habits, and the public is welcome to join — get all the details.
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. Itâs super affordable â and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
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.
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đ Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades⊠and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If youâre wondering whether youâre missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining whatâs driving the renewed interest⊠and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
Itâs free and worth reading before the next move.
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𫶠We got your back
Twirl-worthy pasta night: When midweek cravings strike, Cafe Toscana delivers classics: lasagna, penne alla vodka, and linguine with white or red clam sauce. Don’t skip the cheese tortellini with mushrooms, prosciutto, and peas… twirl-worthy tonight and tomorrow. Ideal for an easy, cozy catch-up.
Vintage gold rush: If your closetâs craving character, Cowboys in Paris serves up handpicked pieces from across the decades, from lived-in denim and supple leather to bold prints and delightfully odd accessories that make outfits sing. Time-travel a little, and let the treasure find you.
Sweat, float, exhale: If winter joints and a buzzing brain need a tune-up, Eleventh Element Relaxation Spa gathers halotherapy salt rooms, fullâspectrum infrared saunas, and float tanks into one easy reset, zero fuss, maximum mellow. Here, switching off is simple, and the season feels softer.
Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself⊠until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you donât do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.
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đ Free events worth checking out
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
đ Yu-Gi-Oh! Open Play Advanced Format @ Time Walk Games | Sunday (3/8) at 3:00 PM â Think your Yu-Gi-Oh! deck still has teeth, or is it just a binder brag? Free advanced-format open play with four rounds of Swiss, one OTS pack just for playing, and random pack giveaways. Low stakes, high banter, and possibly your most strategic shuffle all week.
đ Damsel in a Dress @ Scandlon Gymnasium | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM â Prom season creeping up, and the budget crying uncle? Swing by Scandlon Gym at Kingâs College for Damsel in a Dress, where formal gowns are free, try-ons encouraged, and stress levels deflate. Got extras to purge? Donate dresses, shoes, or bags, and be a hero.
â Wilkes-Barre St. Patrick’s Day Parade @ S Main St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701, United States | Sunday (3/15) at 2:00 PM â Stake out a curb on the Square and let WVPD keep the St. Patrickâs tour rolling at the Wilkes-Barre parade. Expect bagpipes youâll feel in your ribs, pints, and a lot of green, with the usual parade schedule thatâs more suggestion than law.
đ§ Fix Your Own Neck and Back Pain Workshop @ Elite Spine And Sports PT | Wednesday (3/18) at 5:00 PM â Neck and back still ruining sleep, chores, and grandkid time? Elite Spine & Sports PT is hosting a free Butler Street workshop that teaches natural fixes you can do yourself, no meds, injections, or surgery, so you can get back to life, seats are limited.
đ” Seekers @ King’s College, PA Theatre | Wednesday (4/22) at 7:00 PM â Nothing beats a free show this Sunday, and the Seekers are lighting up Kingâs Theater for the faithful and the curious. Expect tight harmonies, zero pretension, and seats your knees will thank you for, then spend your saved ticket cash on a nightcap.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar â
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đ„ Worth a peek
Weâre always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think youâll love. Hereâs what caught our eye this week.
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đ» Wilkes-Barre report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 39°F – Low: 36°F – Precip: 92%
Snow likely before 10am, then freezing rain and rain and snow between 10am and noon, then rain and snow. Cloudy, with a high near 39. Southeast wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible. Later: Rain before 4am, then a slight chance of rain showers. Cloudy, with a low around 36. Southwest wind around 3 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 54°F – Low: 42°F – Precip: 22%
A slight chance of rain showers before 7am. Partly sunny, with a high near 54. Northeast wind around 1 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Rain showers likely after 7pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 42. Southeast wind around 1 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Someone Googled you this week đ
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately Itâs the new normal. Whether youâre 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, thereâs a really easy way for you â or someone you care about â to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
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