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Hi Galveston, hope you’re having a great weekend!

In today’s in-case-you-missed-it edition: An Italian family circus, Hershey Beach’s massive sand makeover, and gold’s strongest run in decades + the top stories from this week & a sneak peek at next week.

Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Galveston protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.

📰 Most-clicked stories this week

Your spring culture calendar: From Houston to Galveston, March brings can’t-miss fun with the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, Buffalo Bayou Regatta, Whiskey Riot, and Alvin Ailey’s return, plus ballet and concerts — check out the full lineup.

Project strengthens coastal defenses: Hershey Beach has reopened after a massive sand makeover in Galveston, with reinforced dunes and a wider shoreline using 378,000 cubic yards of sand to protect homes from storms — get all the details.

Statewide growth picks up: QuikTrip recently opened a Galveston County store with a full-service kitchen and grab-and-go items, adding 24 jobs. The chain plans eight to 10 Houston-area locations by the end of 2026 — learn more about upcoming openings.

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.

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.

All the crowd favorites:

• Create starfish-embellished crushed glass art
• Test your smarts at Smarty Pints
• Create your Wheel of the Year
• Save on self-care during the CVS Epic Beauty Sale

🏆 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 you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.

It’s free and worth reading before the next move.

🫶 This week’s top finds

Rainy-day movie magic: When the couch won’t cut it, MG 3D Theater turns a simple night out into an escape with towering visuals, pinpoint sound, and a rotating lineup of documentary gems and special screenings. A low-stress pick when you want real fun without leaving the island.

Fresh pasta, anyone? Trattoria La Vigna makes fresh pasta daily, satisfying weeknight cravings with silky tagliatelle alla bolognese, rich mushroom-cream ravioli, and seafood risotto. Ideal for easy, feels-like-Italy dinners with zero dishes to wash. All comfort, no cleanup.

Timeless closet upgrade: Sea Hag Vintage curates handpicked, washed, ready-to-wear pieces from the past 20+ years, along with secondhand accessories and sustainable finds. If your closet craves more story and less fast fashion, let history speak through wearable classics sourced by Sea Hag Vintage for everyday appeal.

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 don’t 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.

📆 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.

🎪 Zoppé: An Italian Family Circus @ Stewart Beach | Monday (3/9) at 6:00 PM – Trade the beach chair for the Big Top at Stewart Beach, where Zoppé’s Italian family circus, seven generations in, keeps it delightfully old-school. Expect gravity to lose a few rounds, dogs to steal the show, and laughter in a 500-seat tent, all in 75 minutes.

🤠 Texas Melts & More Pop Up Shop @ Heard Gallery at Amy Lane Gifts | Thursday (3/12) at 11:00 AM – Whether your house smells like “teen sports equipment” or you just like browsing pretty things, swing by the Texas Melts & More pop-up for locally made melts, soaps, and car diffusers. Handmade, giftable, and likely to make your house and car smell less lived in.

🌱 Vegetable Gardening Tips @ Tom’s Thumb by Cornelius Nursery | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Skip the guesswork and learn how to prep, plant, and harvest a veggie garden that actually produces, with companion plant pairings that keep the peace and boost yields. Fewer grocery runs, happier tomatoes, and bragging rights you can back up.

🎼 Bach on the Beach: Wild Notes @ Galveston Island State Park | Saturday (3/14) at 10:30 AM – Bach on the Beach brings solo cello to Galveston Island State Park, no stage, no amps, just waves, wind, and birds providing the backup vocals. Settle into the sand, breathe, and let Suites 1 and 3 make your inner beach bum feel cultured.

🍹 Sip by the Sea: Tropical Resin Coasters @ Clay Cup Studios | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Skip the long drive to the coast and make it show up on your coffee table instead. At Clay Cup Studios’ Sip by the Sea, you’ll design tropical resin coasters, sip something easy, and leave with beachy bragging rights, no sand between your toes.

🏰 Basement to Attic Tours of the 1892 Bishop’s Palace @ 1892 Bishop’s Palace | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Basement to Attic Tours are opening up Bishop’s Palace, giving you rare, off-limits access from the cellar to Mrs. Gresham’s studio, plus a third-floor Gulf panorama. Nicholas Clayton’s Victorian showpiece is a National Historic Landmark, and yes, it outclasses most hotels, views included.

☘ St Patrick’s Day Parade “Luck O’ the Island” @ The Strand Historical District – Galveston Island | Saturday (3/14) at 3:00 PM – Downtown’s going emerald as the krewes trade beads for shamrocks, and yes, you’re allowed to two-step to fiddles. It’s Galveston’s first St. Patrick’s parade, with glittering floats, rowdy dancers, and live tunes, the Spring Break spectacle locals can actually enjoy. Wear green, hydrate, repeat.

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.

• Industry-leading home warranty protection ($150 off right now)
• This free tool helps connect you with the right financial advisor
• 62+? See how much tax-free cash your home could unlock → free calculator
• 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

📻 Galveston report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 74°F – Low: 68°F – Precip: 55%

Patchy fog and a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a high near 74. East wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Later: Patchy fog after midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68. Southeast wind around 10 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 76°F – Low: 69°F – Precip: 17%

Patchy fog before 7am, then patchy fog and a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7am and 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 76. South wind 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 69. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

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.

Most popular house this week

Never lived in, this beachfront Beachtown estate in Galveston spans 5,855 square feet on an ultra-rare triple lot with unobstructed Gulf views. Soaring 13-foot ceilings, solid concrete construction, and wraparound porches set a coastal tone. Entertaining shines with a private pool, summer kitchen, and gas fireplace. Inside, custom millwork, quartzite, Sub-Zero/Wolf, and an elevator meet a dreamy Gulf-view primary suite.

Take a peek inside →