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.*

Preservation effort gains momentum: San Angelo’s historic Lone Wolf Bridge is getting a facelift as volunteers and city leaders restore the landmark, with work underway and set to finish by mid-June, refreshing the crossing -- read the full story.

Audit deadlines under spotlight: San Angelo officials say the city has responded to AG Ken Paxton’s demand for financial records amid a probe into tax increases and penalties added by a 2025 law -- get all the details.

Anglers get fresh opportunities: TPWD stocked channel catfish in the Concho River on April 10, and stockings will continue every two weeks through October, except August, near Oakes Street downtown -- 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're probably overpaying (especially if you rack up fewer miles than you used to). It's an easy bill to forget about, but switching to a safe-driver-low-mileage plan with Lemonade could save you up to $1,000 over the next year without downgrading from full coverage. I drive a few times a week and went from paying hundreds to ~$60 a month for the exact same policy -- 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.*

Sip local, San Angelo: If your week needs a tasty reset, Plateau Brewing Company pours its own fresh beers in a chill, locals-first setting that makes lingering dangerously easy. Grab a pint, compare notes with the crew, find a new favorite, then remember tomorrow is, unfortunately, still a workday.

Dinner upgrade, lunch win: Peasant Village Restaurant serves refined American plates for dinner and gourmet sandwiches at lunch in an artsy old home that actually feels cozy, not kitschy. When you need a low-key “wow” meal or a midday pick-me-up, put it back on your San Angelo rotation.

Your next go-to spot: When you want a legit West Texas vibe without the same-old, Angry Cactus delivers chef-driven comfort like bacon-wrapped quail and the “This Ain’t Your Grandma’s Meatloaf.” Pair it with a prickly pear margarita or save it for brunch, and you’ve got a solid plan the group chat can actually agree on.

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 →

👗 Trunk Show @ Eyes of Texas Optical | Monday (4/27) at 10:00 AM – Swing through the trunk show for CoCo Song, Contini, Inverse, and La Matta, and let your face try on a new mood. Smart, artsy, or quietly expensive, these frames do the talking, you just nod, smile, and enjoy the compliments.

🧓 Senior Expo @ The Oak Tree Clubhouse | Wednesday (4/29) at 9:00 AM – Round up your favorite retiree crew and swing by the San Angelo Senior Expo at the West Clubhouse, where it’s not just health. Scout services, clubs, and travel ideas from 35-plus local pros, score free swag and prizes, and pretend bingo counts as cardio.

♻ Free Shred Hour @ Better Business Bureau Serving the Concho Valley | Wednesday (4/29) at 12:00 PM – Spring cleaning, meet mercy for your paper hoard. BBB San Angelo is running a free, drive-through shred hour, up to six file boxes per car, where you stay in the AC while they unload, shred the 2007 tax files, and hand your empty boxes back.

💐 Mother’s Day Craft Night @ Jason's Deli | Thursday (4/30) at 6:00 PM – Trade the last-minute grocery-store carnations for a legit keepsake at this Mother’s Day craft night for dine-in folks. Buy an adult entree, get one craft per family, then bask in your foresight while supplies last, and enjoy dinner that someone else cooks.

🏃 Race for a Bigger Cause @ Concho Valley Motocross | Friday (5/1) at 1:00 PM – Race day with a heart. Silent auction, tutu race, Buddy Run, moto mom glory, and pit bikes 110cc and under, with entry fees supporting injured rider Kyle Partridge, plus regular series classes so you can chase points and feel a little better about humanity.

🥂 Toast & Totes Fundraiser @ Open Arms Advocacy Center | Friday (5/1) at 5:30 PM – Break out your inner fourth-grade art star and design, paint, sew, or bedazzle a custom bag, then toast your handiwork like an adult. Toast & Totes, a laid-back DIY fundraiser for Open Arms, perfect for the farmers market, with wine, laughs, and zero talent required.

🚚 Touch-a-Truck @ CRC Roofers Coliseum | Saturday (5/2) at 9:00 AM – Morning at the CRC Roofers Coliseum lot means free, kid-approved climbing on fire engines, tractors, farm rigs, and shiny classics, courtesy of Junior League of San Angelo. There’s even a quiet hour for the noise-averse, so bring the littles, your camera, and maybe earplugs.

This 3-bed, 3-bath Santa Rita home sits on a 0.465-acre lot within walking distance to ASU. Sunlit, open-concept living anchors the layout, and two primary suites each feature walk-in closets. A flexible second living area works for media, family, or office needs. Storage abounds with two dedicated storage rooms, plus lush landscaping surrounds a sparkling pool.