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.*

Decisions shaping daily life: Early voting is underway now for the May 2 municipal elections across Central Texas, with local races and propositions on the ballot in nearby Round Rock, Cedar Park, and Taylor -- see what's at stake.

Behind-the-scenes restoration progress: After winter flooding, Georgetown Palace Theatre will reopen for rentals by the end of April, with its first production returning on May 29 after more than $400,000 in local fundraising -- get all the details.

City leadership transition details: Nearby Pflugerville has chosen James Hartshorn as its next city manager, with contract talks underway. He will succeed Sereniah Breland on July 1. A public introduction was held April 25 -- learn more about his background.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you've been on the same plan for years, you're probably paying way more than you need to. It's an easy bill to forget about, but switching could save you up to $1,000 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium to ~$60 a month - see how much you could save.*

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.*

Your hair stash HQ: From braiding hair and bold color to extensions and wigs, LaDawn's Beauty Supply keeps Georgetown stocked. Try on styles in a private wig area for no audience. Offers in-store or curbside pickup, plus local delivery when life gets busy.

Georgetown’s cozy book hub: Need a reset this week? Lark & Owl Booksellers pairs shelves you can wander for hours with Alouette Bistro’s coffee and bites, plus a parade of monthly book clubs and author events. It’s the rare spot where your TBR grows, but so does your friend group.

Quick freeze, big relief: When the week’s got your back barking, the whole-body cryocabin at Texas Family Chiropractic delivers quick chill therapy. Pair it with local cryo for that stubborn spot, and you’ll feel lighter, looser, and yes... a little proud of those goosebumps.

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 →

❤ Health and Well Being Fair @ Ridgeview Middle School (Round Rock) | Tuesday (4/28) at 6:00 PM – Free pizza, while it lasts, and a crash course in keeping everyone alive, what more do Round Rock families need? Swing by free health and wellness fairs for stress, internet safety, CPR and Stop the Bleed, fitness, and academic transitions, plus meet pros between sessions.

🌕 Flower Full Moon Garden Sound Bath & Meditation @ Silver Moon Curios | Thursday (4/30) at 7:00 PM – Need an excuse to lie under the old pecan tree and call it self-care? The Flower Full Moon brings a gentle guided meditation followed by an hourlong sound bath in the SMC Georgetown gardens, so bring a mat, a blanket, and your overworked nervous system.

💉 American Red Cross Blood Drive @ Rockbridge Church (Cedar Park) | Friday (5/1) at 10:00 AM – Roll up a sleeve for the Red Cross and do good. Donate blood, platelets, or AB Elite plasma, and get a $20 Amazon gift card by email if you give May 1-17, a tidy perk for helping neighbors. Sign up at redcrossblood.org, details at RedCrossBlood.org/Amazon.

✂ Glass Cutting @ Inspiration Glass Studio | Saturday (5/2) at 2:00 PM – Trade your to-do list for a hands-on glass cutting class where you learn to score and cut straight lines, smooth curves, inside and outside cuts, and tricky pattern pieces. Expect precision, patience, and those absurdly satisfying snaps, not glittery chaos.

🍷 Dress Like Your Wine Party @ Wine Sensation | Saturday (5/2) at 6:00 PM – At the Dress Like Your Wine Party, come as your favorite pour, then sip, mingle, and bask in top-tier people-watching. Whether you are a moody cab, a crisp sauv blanc, or unapologetically bubbly, bring good humor, a steady hand, and something grape-adjacent to wear.

🐾 Bets for Pets @ Nyle Maxwell's Vehicles Unique | Saturday (5/2) at 6:00 PM – Try your luck for a cause, benefiting Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter’s medical fund, at Nyle Maxwell Vehicles Unique. Poker, blackjack, and slots, surrounded by classics, with $5,000 in chips, catered food, and a drink. $50 single or $90 couple, cheaper than a vet bill.

🎶 Southwestern University Wind Ensemble and Orchestra @ Alma Thomas Fine Arts Center | Saturday (5/2) at 7:30 PM – If your playlist needs fewer commercials and more clarinets, catch Southwestern’s Wind Ensemble and Orchestra at Alma Thomas Theater. Skillful students, rich acoustics, and all the crescendos you crave. It’s classy, unfussy, and over before your parking patience runs out.

Built in 1891 and rebuilt in 2018, the Frank Marrs Home crowns a half-acre hilltop corner in Old Town. Twelve-foot ceilings, reclaimed oak floors, and repurposed pine shiplap shine. A chef’s kitchen with laddered two-story cabinetry opens to a stone fireplace, plus sunroom with Waco doors, a clawfoot-tubbed primary, storm shelter, 4 beds and 3 baths, all on one level.