Monday, April 27, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

Lingering questions over delay: Warner Robins approved transferring over $60,000 to The Assembly Church, clearing path for Haven Hope House to expand services. The money was raised earlier, but a legal step delayed it -- read the full story.

Aid for youth this summer: Houston County School Nutrition Program will offer free meals to children 18 and under May 26 through July 24. Community groups can partner and must be approved by May 1 -- get all the details.

Second Middle Georgia location: Red Owl Coffee Company opened its first Warner Robins shop April 25 at 1272 South Houston Lake Road, serving in-house roasted coffee, teas, smoothies, and breakfast items for early commuters -- get all the opening details.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half — this free comparison tool makes it easy.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Treasure hunt this week: Need a break from the same big-box vibes? Antique Mall is packed with vintage furniture, estate jewelry, quirky collectibles, and solid book finds, so you can score something with a story and accidentally redecorate your hallway.

Pie-time, partner: When dinner feels like a rodeo, CowPies Pizza Co. lassos it with hand-tossed pies, saucy wings, and those gloriously loaded Cowzones. Try a specialty like The Holy Cow or the Loaded Potato Pie, then call it a win and get back to your regularly scheduled chaos.

Cupcake fix, sorted: When the midweek sweet tooth strikes, Smallcakes of Warner Robins has fresh-baked cupcakes (think Key Lime, Cookies-n-Cream, Red Velvet) with homemade ice cream to match. Saving a couple for later never hurts, and they can customize something fun. Your future self will be grateful.

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

Selling your house doesn't have to take months: If you need to sell quickly — because you're downsizing, relocating, or just ready to close this chapter — Liz helps seniors sell their houses fast. As-is. No repairs, no showings, no drawn-out back-and-forth. You pick the closing date. *See how it works →

Unknown-number calls aren't random: Scammers don't just pick numbers out of a hat. They pay data brokers a few bucks and get everything they need to harass you, trick you, rob you, or steal your identity outright. Incogni removes all of your personal info from these data broker sites and keeps an eye out to make sure it stays gone for good. *Get protected →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

🐶 Puppies and Sweet Treats @ Emory Hospital Warner Robins | Tuesday (4/28) at 10:00 AM – Nothing pairs better with a cause than sugar, so hit Puppies and Sweet Treats at any campus for donuts with Donut NV, then cookies from Reasons for Cookies. Bring supplies for Paws of Middle Georgia, or chip in there, and call it virtue with sprinkles.

🍽 Senior Social @ Pond Restaurant | Tuesday (4/28) at 11:30 AM – Rolling out a proper lunch buffet and a friendly bingo rumble, this Senior Social is peak midday morale. Expect conversation, comfort food, and the smug glow of yelling bingo before your neighbor. Seats disappear quickly, so reserve yours.

📚 Free Comic Book Day 2026! @ Heroes and Villains Comics and Games | Saturday (5/2) at 10:00 AM – Ready to relive your spinner-rack glory days? Free Comic Book Day means free comics, signings with James Pruett, Ray Snyder, and Brandon Peterson, plus ridiculous deals, half-off back issues, 60% off yellow tags, and buck books. Grab a hotdog, support Comics Appreciation Project.

🎉 Alpine's 3rd Birthday Party @ Houston County Habitat for Humanity ReStore | Saturday (5/2) at 12:00 PM – If you’ve ever wanted to toast a local celebrity with whiskers, Alpine the ReStore cat is turning three, and you’re invited for snacks while they last. Bring cat supplies or a birthday donation for his care, and he’ll share with The Rescue Ranch.

🖼 Custom Framing Class @ Outdoor Recreation | Saturday (5/2) at 12:00 PM – Time to graduate your art from blue tape to gallery-worthy. Arts & Crafts is hosting a free, two-day custom framing class with real tools, real instruction, and your actual pieces, so you leave with skills, confidence, and something you’ll be proud to hang.

💐 Moment of Love: A Mother's Day Affair @ Courtyard by Marriott Warner Robins | Saturday (5/2) at 2:00 PM – Whether you are the mom or the well-dressed chauffeur, this formal Mother’s Day affair serves jazz, live entertainment, engaging activities, and a proper dinner. Put on something that buttons, bring your best toast, and enjoy a little inspiration, big smiles, and zero dishes.

🎗 Relay For Life of Houston County @ Jesse E. Tanner Junior Park | Saturday (5/2) – Join Houston County’s Relay For Life, the community fundraiser rallying neighbors to fight cancer, honor survivors, and remember loved ones. Register a team or go solo, lace up, and swap doomscrolling for laps, luminarias, and feel-good small-town moments.

Beautifully remodeled in Millpond Subdivision, this 4-bed, 5.5-bath home blends style and function with formal living and dining and a dedicated office. The chef-inspired kitchen centers a statement island and opens to living anchored by a stacked stone fireplace. Wood-look tile runs throughout. A screened-in deck overlooks a backyard pool, and the finished lower level adds flexible rooms.