Sunday, April 26, 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.*

Reimagined space for enrichment: The Saint Louis Zoo’s Sloth Atrium opened April 15 in the historic Primate House, offering clear views of Hoffman’s two-toed sloths Rolo and Pancakes amid misters, waterfalls and climbing structures -- get all the details.

Public-private vision in action: Brickline Greenway’s new Market Street segment opened earlier this month, stretching 0.85 miles to honor Mill Creek Valley’s history and connect Energizer Park with campus life and nearby small businesses -- read the full story.

What's ahead at STL airport: New details emerged on Lambert’s single-terminal overhaul, with British Airways set to use Terminal 2 due to demand. A dual-sided layout would improve connections, but plans are under internal review -- get all the 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.*

Weeknight flavor upgrade: DD Mau Vietnamese is the reliable weeknight move when you’re craving slurpable pho, stacked bánh mì, or bao sliders with that just-one-more-bite energy. Swing by the Webster Groves spot, pair it with Vietnamese coffee or a lychee limeade, and call it a win.

Brunch with a kick: Southwest Diner is the local go-to when you want diner comfort leveled up with New Mexican vibes, from a proper breakfast burrito and huevos rancheros to the Southwest Slinger and a green chile cheeseburger. Bring your appetite, maybe a friend to split the sopapillas.

Vegan made easy: Whole-food vegan comfort without the fuss, Plant Craft Kitchen turns out sandwiches, salads, soups and entrees that skip additives and stick to olive oil, plus plenty of gluten-free and oil-free options. Bonus, their weekly meal service makes weeknights effortless, so future you can high-five present you.

That patch of scalp that wasn't there a year ago: It's more common than most folks talk about. Especially in your 50s... hormones, stress, and nutrition all start pulling at hair density at once. Nutrafol is a drug-free daily supplement designed to work on those causes together — and in clinical studies, 93% of women said their hair looked healthier after six months. *Take a look →

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 →

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 →

Two sprays before bed, no more snoring? It really is that simple. No mouthpiece to wrestle with, no CPAP mask, no nose strips that peel off at 2am. This doctor-developed throat spray has been keeping sleepers quiet for 30 years, and first-time orders are 40% off right now. *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 →

🔍 Walk-In Appraisal Day @ Selkirk Auctioneers & Appraisers | Tuesday (4/28) at 10:00 AM – Bring Grandma's brooch, that mystery vase, or the baseball cards you swore would fund retirement, and let a specialist give them a complimentary once over. No appointment, real humans, just honest evaluations. Limit three treasures per person, so choose your legends wisely.

🌸 Spring Crafting: Mini Wreaths @ Schlafly Library | Thursday (4/30) at 6:00 PM – Spring decor without the trip to the big-box aisle. Wildflowers hosts a relaxed mini wreath workshop where you learn easy techniques, share a few laughs, and craft a unique seasonal piece to take home, perfect for first-timers, seasoned hands, and anyone wreath-curious.

🌸 Spring Wellness Festival @ One Fine Arts Drive | Friday (5/1) at 10:00 AM – Nothing like art, nature, and a deep breath in Forest Park. SLAM’s Spring Wellness Festival mixes creativity with fresh-air calm, and kicks off with a kid-friendly hour for ages 1 to 6 and their caregivers. Schedule’s still cooking, so plan to roll with it.

🏃 2026 Walk for Wishes & 5K Race @ Energizer Park | Saturday (5/2) at 8:00 AM – Feel like getting your steps, your feels, and downtown views in one go? Start at Energizer Park for a 5K or a laid-back mile, then enjoy inspiring wish stories, games, and good vibes, all to help grant wishes for local kids. Brunch tastes better after.

🇺 Memorial Day Observance @ Soldiers Memorial Military Museum | Saturday (5/2) at 10:00 AM – Memorial Day is for showing up, standing quiet, and remembering the folks who never made it home. There will be a wreath-laying, a keynote, and a musical tribute, all simple and sincere, the way it should be. Bring respect, not chatter.

🌺 Floralia Fest @ Carondelet Food Patch | Saturday (5/2) at 11:00 AM – Spring’s behaving itself, so we’re heading to the Carondelet Food Patch for the second Floralia Fest, complete with live music, a free egg hunt, and hot dogs or the respectable veggie kind. Low-key vibes, neighborly chats, kids burning energy, you keeping yours.

🛍 May 2nd Pop Up Market @ 2nd Shift Brewing | Saturday (5/2) at 12:00 PM – A pop-up market at 2nd Shift Brewing means browsing local makers while your pint does the heavy lifting. Expect Black Cat Coffee, The Tipsy Goat, St. Louis Feral Cat Outreach, and more, so you can claim it’s “for your love,” then keep it.

Perched above St. Louis, this two-level condo revolves around a ~1,000 sq ft terrace with unobstructed Forest Park and skyline views. Inside, woodwork frames a floor-to-ceiling peek-through fireplace, a library with built-ins, and a sculptural stair. The primary suite adds dual baths and a second terrace. At The Chase Park Plaza, amenities include 24-hour doorman and concierge, pool, theater, dining.