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Hey Door County, hope your week’s off to a good start!
In today’s wallet-friendly edition: DoorDash support scam warning, St Patrick’s Day Parade, and Plant Bingo + lots of fun things to do for free.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Door County 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.
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📰 In the news
Protect your personal information: The Door County Sheriff’s Office has warned about a DoorDash support scam targeting drivers, with callers seeking logins and direct deposit info. No local fraud reports yet, but be cautious — learn what to watch for.
Incubating regional culinary startups: NWTC’s Learning and Innovation Center in Sister Bay recently added a shared commercial kitchen for small food businesses. Nine processors already use the space, advancing Mary Pat Carlson’s vision — learn how the program works.
Winter thrills across Wisconsin: From Douglas County’s winter wonderland and the North Country Trail to Sauk County’s Devil’s Lake, a recent roundup highlights statewide adventures, with Door County featured for cold-season fun — explore Wisconsin’s winter highlights.
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.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 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.
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🫶 We got your back
Serious pasta comfort: When your week needs a no-fuss bowl of happiness, Trattoria Dal Santo comes through with Northern Italian standbys: garlicky aglio e olio, rich Bolognese, creamy Alfredo. Add a snug date-night vibe and a wine list that turns Tuesday into something worth toasting.
Fresh closet energy: At Love Letter Door County, racks move with curated consignment: name-brand staples, luxe labels, and the occasional vintage gem, minus fast-fashion guilt. A quick browse often becomes a full refresh… the kind that feels accidental yet tailored, with finds that earn repeat wear and happy surprises.
Sweat, then exhale: If winter has your shoulders near your ears, find a mellow Sturgeon Bay reset with infrared sauna warmth, alignment-focused Pilates, and massage that listens. The Kind Body Co.helps you emerge looser, lighter, and maybe a little hooked on that after-sauna glow.
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.
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📆 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.
🚶 Wandering Wednesday: Naturalist-Led Hike @ Crossroads at Big Creek | Wednesday (3/4) at 1:30 PM – Trade your midweek scroll for a naturalist-led wander, an easy hour that actually teaches you what you’re looking at. Meet at Collins Learning Center, clip on the pup’s leash, grab the kids, and enjoy free, no-registration-required fresh air, conversation, and pleasantly smug steps.
🔍 Nature Investigators @ Crossroads at Big Creek | Thursday (3/5) at 3:30 PM – Turn your school-age kids loose on weekly, hands-on nature adventures, free and open to all, no signup required. Each session tackles a new mystery, from predator and prey to tracks, daylight, and rocks, with real science and muddy boots, zero screens. You get a breather.
🔬 Science Saturdays @ Crossroads at Big Creek | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Bring the kids to Collins Learning Center for Science Saturdays, a weekly, hands-on romp for curious minds. Think fossil hunts, Aldo-inspired nature lessons, and shoreline science, all free, no registration, courtesy of generous donors. Show up on time, earn responsible adult points.
🐟 Movements & Mixing of Smallmouth Bass Spawning Groups in Green Bay @ Crossroads at Big Creek | Thursday (3/12) at 7:00 PM – Whether you fish, or just like a good local mystery, dive into how acoustic tags are revealing where Green Bay’s smallmouth spawn squads roam and mingle. Dr. Dan Isermann breaks it down at Crossroads at Big Creek, free, in person, and online, no waders required.
❄ Winter Market Craft & Vendor Show @ Door County Gala | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Cabin fever kicking in? Hit the Winter Market for free admission, handmade everything, and woodwork that makes your IKEA shelf blush. Browse, sip a cocktail, enter a drawing, play a game, and leave with soap you didn’t know you needed.
☘ St Patrick’s Day Parade @ Sawyer Park | Saturday (3/14) at 10:15 AM – Ready to swap snow boots for a little shamrock flair? Join SBCC to stroll a mile up Oak, across the Michigan Street Bridge, and down 3rd Ave, snag a treat, and call it your weekend cardio. Wear green, bring good cheer.
🌱 Plant Bingo @ Institute Saloon | Sunday (3/15) at 11:30 AM – Trade your lucky dabber for green thumbs at Plant Bingo, a free, all-ages bingo spree with 12 rounds where you can win houseplants, seeds, and actual gardening essentials. There’s a 50/50 raffle and a plant swap, because sharing is caring. Save your seat: www.bit.ly/DoorPlantBingo.
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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📻 Door County report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 43°F – Low: 28°F – Precip: 12%
Mostly cloudy. High near 43, with temperatures falling to around 41 in the afternoon. South southwest wind 2 to 6 mph. Later: Patchy fog after 4am. Mostly clear, with a low around 28. West southwest wind around 2 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 45°F – Low: 30°F – Precip: 5%
Sunny, with a high near 45. South southwest wind 2 to 7 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 30.
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.
This house is wild
This fully renovated 3-bedroom ranch, redone from crawl space to roofline, sits in the heart of downtown Sister Bay, offering effortless single-level living with quality finishes and meticulous detail. A newly added family room opens to a private backyard and a 5-acre village-owned natural area, a rare slice of serenity in town. Steps from dining, marinas, shops, and seasonal festivities.
Take a peek inside →
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