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Hi St. George, hope you’re having a great weekend!

In today’s in-case-you-missed-it edition: Southern Utah expansion roundup, Electric Film Series: Gaslight (1944), and Donut Dash 5k + the top stories from this week & a sneak peek at next week.

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📰 Most-clicked stories this week

Southern Utah expansion roundup: New businesses are arriving in St. George. Hobby Lobby is open, with Christensen’s and Bath and Body Works on the way, plus a Fiesta Fun expansion and other projects ahead — check out the full lineup.

A peaceful desert pathway: St. George’s Temple Quarry Trail offers an easy, family-friendly hike through pioneer history to the lava rock quarry for the St. George Temple, with mostly flat, rocky paths and views — read the full trail guide.

Eighteen-month road upgrades underway: Expect slower drives in St. George as UDOT’s I-15 widening and Bluff Street work continue. Lane shifts and smaller lanes could snarl traffic, with more work possible in May — get timeline and impact 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. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.*

Gold & silver are hot: Last year was gold’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150%… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. Curious about precious metal investing? GoldCo has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.*

All the crowd favorites:

• Watch Gaslight free at Electric Theater
• Shop local at Roam Wild Market
• Celebrate Bricks & Minifigs grand opening

💎 This week’s top finds

Aisles of fabric joy: Fab Fabrics is a happy rabbit hole of nearly 10,000 bolts, batiks for days, and a thread showroom deep enough to finally match that elusive shade. Finishing fast? They offer in-store longarm quilting, so this week’s project can actually be this week’s finish.

Build-it-your-way bites: Tom’s Deli has been a St. George staple since 1978, serving fresh-cut meats, classic deli vibes, and a self-serve condiments bar so you can tweak every bite. When lunch indecision hits, this low-stress move pays off… your future self will thank you.

Breakfast that hits right: Whether you crave syrupy sweetness or something savory, Bear Paw Cafe comes through with thick Belgian waffles, fluffy pancakes, golden French toast, and fresh crêpes. It’s the all-day breakfast spot locals trust for cozy vibes, easy choices, and plates that feel like a warm hug.

These aren’t ads or sponsored placements — they’re the local spots your fellow readers clicked on most this week.

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Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →

Paying full price is officially optional: Blu Dot just marked down dozens of their best sofas, beds, dining tables, outdoor pieces, and lighting by as much as 60%. Not because something’s wrong with them, but because every great design eventually has to make room for the next one. The deals change daily, so it’s always a new adventure. *See what’s on sale today →

Most people have no idea what’s happening inside their body: Not because the data doesn’t exist, but because no one’s collecting it. Routine annual checkups miss things like body composition, biological age, and the biomarkers that can help predict long-term patterns. The good news? HumeHealth offers tools to help you track all of that at home for less than the cost of a specialist visit. *Use code NEW20 to save 20% →

Something in your house is about to break: It might be your AC, your water heater, your fridge… doesn’t matter. Every major appliance has an expiration date, and when it goes, you’ll be staring down a repair bill that can climb into the thousands fast. An AHS home warranty covers these types of surprises + *select plans are $150 off right now →

📆 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.

🎬 Electric Film Series: Gaslight (1944) @ The Electric Theater | Tuesday (3/17) at 6:00 PM – Ever wondered where the term gaslighting comes from? Catch the 1944 classic Gaslight free at the Electric Theater, with Ingrid Bergman in Oscar-winning form, a guest intro and post-film discussion, optional Riggatti’s to nibble, and donations appreciated for next season’s series.

🤠 Line Dancing with Eric Dodge @ Classic Skating – St. George | Thursday (3/19) at 7:30 PM – Line dancing is sliding back into Classic Skating with Eric Dodge, and yes, we’re trading roller wheels for boots. Expect easygoing shuffles, twirls your knees will forgive, and a crowd that remembers the steps, the chorus, and where they parked.

📌 Pinners Conference & Expo @ Dixie Convention Center | Friday (3/20) – Pinners brings your Pinterest board to life with hands-on classes, local makers, and aisles of shiny supplies. Come learn, glue, and gossip in St. George, then leave smugly with a finished project, a new skill, and fewer excuses for that bare wall.

🏃 Donut Dash 5k @ Crosby Family Confluence Park | Saturday (3/21) at 9:30 AM – Nothing says St. George spring like jogging for pastries along the river. The Donut Dash 5k at Crosby Confluence Park serves up red rock views, friendly pacing, and guilt-offset carbs. Run, walk, or embrace the waddle, then reward your effort, and your inner child.

🎶 Children’s Choir Festival @ St. George Tabernacle | Saturday (3/21) at 7:00 PM – Ready for goosebumps that don’t involve early tee times? The St. George Children’s Choir Festival brings young voices from across Utah under BYU’s Dr. Erin Bailey, celebrating the Music of Life. Pure harmonies, proud-aunt energy, and desert acoustics that make every note ring.

🛍 Roam Wild Market @ Roam Wild Market | Sunday (3/22) at 10:00 AM – Downtown is turning W. Tabernacle into a Sunday stroll, right outside FS Coffee, with live music, tasty eats, and artists St. George hasn’t seen yet. Finally, a market that sticks around past Saturday. Come sip, browse, and accidentally redecorate your living room.

🚐 Rushes & Brunch VW Bus @ Zion Brewery Station II | Sunday (3/22) at 12:00 PM – Brunch with benefits: you’ll paint a retro VW bus you can swap for every season, sip your included mimosa, and call it therapy that comes with prizes. All supplies are provided, brunch is available to order, and the vibe is relaxed, social, and low stakes.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 St. George report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 72°F – Low: 47°F – Precip: 0%

Mostly sunny, with a high near 72. East southeast wind 6 to 10 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 47. Northeast wind 2 to 7 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 80°F – Low: 52°F – Precip: 0%

Mostly sunny, with a high near 80. North northeast wind around 3 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 52.

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