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Hi Victoria, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: 13,000 years of history unearthed, Bachtastical Renaissance Faire, and $10,000 Drawdown Gala + plenty of reasons to put on real pants 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.
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📰 In the news
Honors spotlight team excellence: Victoria West football players were recently named to the TSWA All-State team after a standout season that reached the 5A regional semifinals before a loss to district rival Alamo Heights — read the full story.
Millennia of stories unearthed: Cobalt Archeology is excavating McNeil Ranch near the Guadalupe River, revealing about 13,000 years of Native history in Victoria County. Finds are displayed at the Museum of the Coastal Bend — see what’s being uncovered.
Local crop outlook ahead: Farmers around Victoria are preparing for spring planting amid dry soils. Corn can be planted, but cotton, sorghum, and soybeans may rely on good rain from March through May — get the full spring outlook.
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+
Together with our sponsor Spot Pet Insurance
Nothing prepares you for a late-night emergency at the vet. I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache.
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.
It’s super affordable and reimburses up to 90% on qualified vet bills. It was too late for me, but it’s not too late for you. Sign up today.
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🫶 We got your back
Crave-worthy local burgers: From the Flamin Hot Cheeto to the True Texan, plus solid veggie and keto picks, Burger Nation delivers a fun, customizable burger fix without the fuss. Keep it simple or go wild, and let this Victoria staple turn any weeknight into a small celebration.
Roll into the week: Need a quick mood lift? At Skateworld, the music’s upbeat, the games are easy fun, and there’s room to wobble, cruise, or show off. Perfect for family hangs, friend catch-ups, or low-key date nights… it’s all about lacing up and coasting.
Dig into Texas history: Museum of the Coastal Bend packs more than you’d expect, with rotating programs, early Texas artifacts, and just-enough hands-on moments to keep every age curious. If it’s been a minute, a return visit rewards, as the stories do the lifting while you wander.
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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📆 Victoria for grown ups
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🎓 Stormont Lecture: La Salle’s Legacy: The Making of the U.S./Mexican Border @ Museum of the Coastal Bend | Thursday (3/5) at 5:30 PM – Head to the Museum of the Coastal Bend for a sharp, free deep-dive as Dr. Gene Rhea Tucker shows how La Salle’s misadventures left maps that helped draw the U.S./Mexican border. Proof that a line on paper can boss generations around, and spark dinner-table debates.
❤ DeTar’s Jars of Love 2026 Kickoff @ Dr. Pattie Dodson Public Health Center | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – Kick off the Jars of Love peanut butter drive at the Victoria Farmers Market, creamy, crunchy, both count. Swing by with a donation, meet the DeTar crew, or skip the line and make $20 become 10 jars for neighbors in the Crossroads.
🐔 Mother Cluckers Market: Sip and Shop @ Downtown Victoria | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – Downtown Victoria is serving sips and serious browsing, so come wander, chat up the makers, and pretend it counts as cardio. Don’t miss a first-time booth loaded with gushers, gummy bears, peach rings, watermelon wedges, pink lemonade rings, cherry bombs, and a few surprises.
🐱 Pete the Cat Family Literacy Event @ Dr. Pattie Dodson Public Health Center | Saturday (3/7) at 11:00 AM – Round up the kiddos and your grooviest attitude for a Pete the Cat-approved literacy day with the Victoria Public Library. Story time, hands-on activities, and community booths keep them busy, and the first 200 kids snag free books. Good, clean fun that beats snack negotiations.
⛪ Mission History Tour @ Goliad State Park & Historic Site | Saturday (3/7) at 2:00 PM – Take a guided wander at Mission Espiritu Santo that unpacks Native roots, Spanish rule, CCC craftsmanship, and how cultures collided and learned to coexist. Free with park entry, first come and capped at 60. Meet behind HQ under the live oak, and hit the restroom.
💰 $10,000 Drawdown Gala @ Our Lady of Victory Cathedral Center | Saturday (3/7) at 5:00 PM – Break out the good shoes, this drawdown gala returns in new digs, same fun. Dinner, dancing, a live band, margaritas, beer, wine, a silent auction, and a mercado of Guatemalan treasures. Come for the $10,000 chance, stay to support Fr. Dan’s endowment and Las Obras.
🐛 Nature Workshop – What Would Worms Do? @ Branch River Park | Wednesday (3/11) at 10:00 AM – San Antonio River Authority is turning Branch River Park into a tiny compost lab, proving worms will do the dirty work and your garden will say thanks. Build a worm jar, learn vermicomposting basics, and feel pleasantly virtuous. Register ahead, supplies are held for sign-ups.
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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📻 Victoria report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 82°F – Low: 67°F – Precip: 5%
Partly sunny, with a high near 82. Heat index values as high as 84. South southeast wind 10 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 31 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 67. Southeast wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 83°F – Low: 69°F – Precip: 19%
A slight chance of rain showers between noon and 3pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 83. South southeast wind 12 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 36 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 69. South southeast wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
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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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