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Hey Raleigh County, hope your week’s off to a good start!
In today’s edition: Shrek the Musical auditions, a one-night Cellar to Table dinner, and a Drift Appalachia block party + fun things to do for free & local fundraisers worth checking out this week.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Raleigh 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
New stage opportunities await: Theatre West Virginia will hold 2026 Summer Season auditions April 3 and 4 at Black Knight in Beckley, with shows like Honey in the Rock and Shrek the Musical — see how and when to audition.
Filling the hunger gap: The Beckley Salvation Army has opened an emergency food pantry, prepping bags and moving 4,200 pounds of food each month, with most distributed same day to neighbors in need — get all the details.
Culinary showcase debuts soon: Pipestem Resort State Park will host a one-night Cellar to Table dinner on March 7, featuring chef Marion’s four-course menu. Seating is limited, and the price is $70 per person — 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. 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
Pasta night upgrade: For over 55 years, Pasquale’s has served Beckley’s red-sauce comfort like spaghetti, lasagna, and fettuccine, in spaces good for a quick bite or a relaxed catch-up. Make it a weeknight staple, then let tomorrow’s leftovers do the work.
Closet refresh, anyone?: The Good Life Consignment Shop keeps fresh finds rolling in, from hand-picked clothing and furniture to the occasional vintage gem, so you can swap pieces without wrecking the budget. With ever-updating “New This Week” posts, it’s an easy, dangerously fun stop when your wardrobe needs a nudge.
Sweat out the blahs: On-Point Health & Wellness offers full-spectrum infrared saunas and a mellow salt cave for days your body says not today. It’s a low-key local reset to de-stress, soothe sore spots, and leave you feeling notably more human, no polar plunge required.
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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.
📅 Monthly Meeting @ Beckley Woman’s Club | Tuesday (3/10) at 5:30 PM – Grab a casserole and swing by the Beckley Women’s Club monthly meet-up at the Park Ave clubhouse for a potluck, laughs, and a little civic plotting. Membership is optional, bringing a dish is appreciated, and if you’re smitten, it’s 50 bucks a year.
🏁 Drift Appalachia Block Party @ Uptown Dish | Friday (3/27) at 6:00 PM – Drift Appalachia is taking over Uptown Beckley with tire smoke, polished rides, and plenty of small-town swagger. It’s a free, all-ages block party where the parking lot becomes the show, the neighbors become the crowd, and your inner teenager finds the volume knob again.
✨ Upcoming local fundraisers
🛍 4th Annual Refit Beckley Craft & Vendor Fair @ Central Head Start | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – If you’ve been meaning to shop small and count it as cardio, this Beckley craft and vendor fair is your move. Browse handmade goods, meet makers, and help send our REFIT instructors to training so they can keep those free, weekly classes, and glutes, going.
🐇 Rabbit Run and Bunny Bash Fundraiser @ The Salvation Army Beckley Corps | Saturday (3/28) at 7:30 AM – Lace up for the Rabbit Run 5K, let the kids blitz their jitters, then claim pancakes with the Bunny and browse an Easter basket silent auction, all benefiting the Salvation Army Red Shield Youth Center. Beckley wholesome, a bit chaotic, and accepting sponsors, and volunteers.
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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📻 Raleigh County report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 60°F – Low: 48°F – Precip: 55%
Rain likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 60. South wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 48. South wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 66°F – Low: 52°F – Precip: 42%
A chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 66. Southwest wind 6 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Later: A chance of rain before 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 52. South wind around 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
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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