1. Biden delivered a feisty State of the Union yesterday, making his case for a 2nd term. His speech, delivered just 8 months before he stands for reelection, was an on-the-job interview for the nation’s oldest president. (PH)

2. International Women’s Day – Celebrate all of the women in your life today!! Raise awareness about women’s issues and celebrate the accomplishments of women.

3. Once upon a time there were Ames stores all across Maine. The company is making a comeback and says it will start opening new stores in June 2026 with a total of 35 stores by late 2027 and more in 2028. Ames will not say where the stores will open, just that they will be opening across the country. (WMTW)

4. It’s the last weekend of the season at the Thompson’s Point Rink. Local breweries are battling on Saturday in a pond hockey invitational. For ice time, you’ll have to get tickets for Friday or Sunday. (PH)

5. Hidden Valley has announced a new flavor just ahead of National Ranch Day on March 10th. The company teamed with Cheez-It for Cheezy Ranch. You’ll be able to find it at Walmart. Hidden Valley is also dropping other new flavors this spring, like: Garlic Ranch, Nashville Hot, Creamy Jalapeno, Spicy Hot Honey, Green Goddess, and Parmesan Ranch. (FB)

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