Thursday, March 5, 2026

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Today’s dedicated message from our partner, Allegiance Gold, looks beyond daily market headlines and examines how institutional investors are positioning for 2026. It explores why gold is increasingly part of that conversation and what shifting capital flows could signal for long-term strategy.

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You're Already Ahead of the Crowd...

The Only Question Is - How Far Ahead?

You wouldn't be reading this if something hadn't already caught your attention.

The tone has shifted.

Not in headlines.

Not in retail chatter.

But in positioning.

Global debt is at historic levels.

Central banks are accumulating gold at a record pace.

And serious capital is adjusting quietly.

While everyday investors debate short-term price moves, institutions are reallocating exposure.

Central banks.

Sovereign funds.

Large capital pools.

They don't announce transitions.

They position first, and explain later.

Here's what most people don't realize until hindsight makes it obvious:

Almost everything written for retail investors is noise.

Recycled narratives.

Oversimplified charts.

Emotion-driven commentary designed to hold attention, not transfer insight.

Very little explains how institutional capital is thinking about gold heading into 2026.

Even less explains why that thinking is shifting now.

That's why this guide exists.

It doesn't speculate.

It doesn't predict prices.

It doesn't manufacture urgency.

Instead, it breaks down:

How institutional allocation toward gold is evolving
What central banks are doing differently with reserves
The macro forces influencing long-term demand
What large capital is preparing for, before it becomes a consensus

This isn't about timing a spike.

It's about not being late to a structural adjustment.

And this guide isn't meant for everyone.

It's for those who:

Value positioning over prediction
Prefer preparation over reaction
Understand that clarity often precedes opportunity

If gold is going to play a meaningful role in the next phase of the global financial system, understanding institutional positioning before it becomes obvious is simply prudent.

REVIEW THE GUIDE.

Because once positioning becomes visible to the public, the advantage has already shifted.

Allegiance Gold, LLC is not a broker-dealer and does not provide investment, tax, or legal advisory services. No statement in this communication should be construed as a recommendation to purchase or sell any security, or as investment, tax, or legal advice. Precious metals, like all investments, carry risk, are not suitable for all investors, and past performance does not guarantee future results. We do not guarantee any investment performance. Please consult your own investment, tax, or legal advisor prior to making any investment decision. Third-party information quoted or presented by us in this communication represents only the opinions of the third party and we do not endorse any third-party source of information. We are not affiliated with the U.S. Mint or any government agency. �Allegiance Gold, LLC 2026

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Pumped Up, Flaming Motorhome, and TSMC Job Training

Thursday, March 5, 2026

Good Morning! On this day in 1890, future suffrage leader Frances Willard Munds married future Yavapai County sheriff John Munds and went on to become the first woman elected to the state Senate in 1914.

Are you a history buff? A Phoenix Valley historian will host a March 14 event at Boojum Tree Hidden Gardens exploring the stories behind historic photos, letters, and artifacts.

These four Social Security changes could affect millions of retirees by shrinking what they can actually spend each month. On today's The Flyover Podcast, host Ayla Brown breaks down higher Medicare premiums and tax rules so you can see what may hit your next deposit before it even arrives. Tune in here!

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Gas Prices Rise

Gas prices are rising across Arizona amid tensions involving Iran, with analysts warning drivers could see further increases in the coming days.

In Phoenix, pump prices averaged $3.54 as of Tuesday, up roughly 12 cents since the conflict began, and about 43 cents higher than a month ago. You can track gas prices in your area here.

Analysts say prices could climb another 20 cents to 55 cents per gallon if oil disruptions tied to Middle East tensions continue.

In Tucson, prices have risen about 20 cents in a week, prompting some residents to fill gas cans as uncertainty over future costs grows.

Small Plane Crashes Into Home

Three people were injured when a small plane crashed into one home and came to rest in the backyard of another early Wednesday morning near Deer Valley Airport in north Phoenix. Watch the report.

A flight instructor, a flight student, and a homeowner were transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The crash took place while the Piper PA-28 was returning to the airport after a mechanical problem. The plane went down near Cave Creek Road and Deer Valley Drive around 7:20 a.m.

An investigation into the crash continued.

State AG Seeks Smaller Rate Hike

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes challenged Arizona Public Service's proposed 14% rate hike, calling that high of an increase unnecessary.

Mayes' office argues the hike could be cut to about 3% while maintaining reliable service, saving households about $220 per year compared to the higher rate.

APS says the higher rate increase is needed to cover rising operational costs and investments in grid upgrades, power plant improvements, and reliability measures.

If approved by regulators, the new rates would take effect in the second half of this year.

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➤ Yuma County: A motorhome engulfed in flames veered off an overpass and crashed into a family's backyard, damaging the home but leaving the residents unharmed. The driver fled the scene but was later found unharmed. An investigation into the cause of the fire continued. (See Images)

➤ Chino Valley: Some areas will experience a planned 30-minute power outage this morning between 8:30 a.m. and 9 a.m. (More)

➤ Oro Valley: The town's Dial-A-Ride shuttle service for seniors and people with disabilities faces an uncertain future as voters decide on the RTA Next transportation plan. (More)

➤ Apache-Sitgreaves: Officials offered a $5,000 reward for information after four wild horses were found shot, adding to the killing of nine others last month. (More)

➤ Mesa: The police department will use $431,000 in federal funding to install gunshot detectors to help officers respond to shootings faster. (Details)

➤ Tucson: The demolition of the Anne Lester House in the Jefferson Park historic district sparked backlash from residents concerned about preserving the area's history. (Watch)

➤ Arizona State men's basketball upset No. 14 Kansas 70-60 in what may have been Sun Devils head coach Bobby Hurley's final home game with the team, amid the program's struggles. (See Highlights)

➤ AZ Compass Prep of Chandler remained No. 1 in The Sporting News national high school boys basketball rankings, while Scottsdale's CIA-Bella Vista Prep checked in at No. 11. (Full Rankings)

➤ Denver Broncos owner Rob Walton reportedly bought a 10% stake in the Arizona Diamondbacks two years ago at a $2 billion valuation. (More)

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➤ Grand Canyon University and TSMC are offering a free 11-week training program designed to prepare Arizonans for jobs in the state's expanding semiconductor industry. (More)

➤ Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino in Maricopa will open Caesars Sportsbar on Friday, part of a multiphase expansion and renovation plan continuing through 2027. (More)

➤ EōS Fitness opened its first Casa Grande gym, a 39,000-square-foot facility that marks its 42nd location in Arizona. (Details)

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➤ A Buckeye man on dialysis with zero kidney function pleaded for a living donor after spending three years on the transplant waiting list. (More)

➤ FOX 10's Cool House spotlighted a floating cabin at Scorpion Bay on Lake Pleasant with a full kitchen, two bedrooms, a loft, and a back deck with lake views. (Watch)

➤ A juried fine art and craft fair organized by Jerome artists John and Lauri Maeder will bring regional artists to Old Town Cottonwood this Friday through Sunday. (Details)

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Polis Weighs Clemency, Gen Z Discount, and a 4-Ton Potato

Thursday, March 5, 2026

Good Morning! On this day in 1864, John Evans signed a charter creating the Colorado Seminary, a school that would eventually become the University of Denver.

Early risers, amateur astronomers, and photographers across the state were treated to a total lunar eclipse, also known as a blood moon, in the predawn hours of Tuesday. See the photos in our Top Stories.

Later today, keep an eye on your inbox for a dedicated message from our partner Allegiance Gold on how institutions are positioning for 2026 and why gold is part of the shift.

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Polis Signals Possible Clemency for Peters

Gov. Jared Polis on Tuesday suggested he may consider clemency for Tina Peters, the former Mesa County clerk serving a nine-year prison sentence for crimes related to a breach of election equipment.

In a post on X, Polis contrasted Peters' punishment with that of former state Sen. Sonya Jaquez Lewis, a Democrat sentenced to two years of probation for fabricating letters of support.

"It is not lost on me that she was convicted of the exact same felony charge as Tina Peters—attempting to influence a public official—and yet Tina Peters, as a non-violent first time offender got a nine year sentence," Polis wrote.

Polis added that he is extending the deadline for clemency applications to April 3 and "will be making decisions on these cases" for the rest of his governorship.

President Trump has repeatedly called for Peters' release. Some state officials have urged Polis not to reduce her sentence.

Fugitive Ex-Neurosurgeon Involved in Shootout

A former neurosurgeon wanted on charges in Grand Junction was arrested in Indian River County, Florida, after a Monday night shootout with law enforcement.

Authorities say Thomas Earl Steffens, 72, went "on the run," traveling by bus from Colorado to Florida while under investigation for sexual assault.

When U.S. marshals and Florida deputies attempted to arrest Steffens during a traffic stop near Vero Beach, he opened fire on the officers. Authorities say he had previously made statements that he wouldn't be taken alive. In the ensuing gunfight, a U.S. marshal was shot in the leg, and Steffens was shot several times.

The marshal was treated at a hospital and released. Steffens, now facing attempted murder charges, is expected to survive.

Coloradans Photograph Blood Moon

A total lunar eclipse captivated viewers across North America in the early hours of Tuesday as the moon's surface turned a deep copper color, a phenomenon known as a blood moon.

Photographers across Colorado woke up early to capture images of the blood moon. Totality lasted from 4:04 a.m. to 5:02 a.m. and peaked around 4:33 a.m. See the photos here.

To take a uniquely Coloradan photo, Zach Vogel traveled to Garden of the Gods, where the open, dark sky, plentiful stars, and reddish Kissing Camels rock formation complemented the celestial event.

Blood moons occur during a total lunar eclipse when Earth blocks most sunlight and its atmosphere filters the remaining light. The next total lunar eclipse will occur on Dec. 31, 2028.

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➤ Statewide: An advancing House bill would prohibit certain institutions from requiring Social Security numbers in background checks for non-employment purposes, allowing students to use an individual taxpayer identification number instead. (See Details)

➤ Statewide: House Bill 1012, which would have capped prices in captive audience settings like airports and event venues, failed in a 4-7 House committee vote. (See Details)

➤ Winter Park: Police are seeking the public's help identifying a middle-aged male snowboarder involved in a slope collision that left an 8-year-old skier with a concussion and facial injuries. (More)

➤ Greenwood Village: Gerry Goldberg, an 82-year-old man who petitioned to install a traffic light at the intersection where a car fatally struck his wife in 2024, died in a collision at the same intersection on Monday. (More)

➤ Denver: A parent group filed a lawsuit accusing Denver Public Schools of defrauding taxpayers by using complex financial practices to conceal the district's debts. (More)

➤ Westminster: Investigators recovered $200,000 stolen from the victim of a romance scam after tracing the scammer's activity overseas and discovering a frozen bank account. (More)

➤ Sterling: A rainstorm moving across northeastern Colorado produced a rare early-season cold-air funnel cloud Tuesday afternoon. (See Photo)

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➤ Denver Broncos owner Robert Walton reportedly bought a 10% stake in the Arizona Diamondbacks in 2024, valuing the team at about $2 billion. (More)

➤ Colorado Avalanche forward Artturi Lehkonen is week-to-week after suffering an upper-body injury against the Kings earlier this week. (More)

➤ Colorado women's basketball earned a No. 6 seed in the Big 12 Tournament and will play its first game tonight at 7 p.m. (How to Watch)

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➤ The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa, a 19th-century property known as one of Denver's oldest-running hotels, is on the market for an undisclosed asking price. Its current owner bought the hotel and a Holiday Inn Express for $125 million. (More)

➤ A Senate bill seeks to increase oversight of Colorado's online sports betting industry by requiring more reporting from operators, limiting advertising, and capping users at five deposits per 24 hours. (More)

➤ Vail Resorts is offering guests ages 13-30 a 20% discount on passes, bringing the full Epic Pass to $869 and the Epic Local Pass to $649, as the company aims to attract the "next generation of skiers and riders." (See Details)

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➤ The Big Idaho Potato Truck, a promotional vehicle hauling a 4-ton replica potato, stopped in Grand Junction as part of its 2026 tour. Its next stop is tomorrow in Colorado Springs. (See Photo)

➤ The Pikes Peak Regional Air Show, an aviation event headlined by the F-35A Demonstration Team and the U.S. Air Force Parachute Team Wings of Blue, takes place Sept. 19-20 at Colorado Springs Airport. Tickets are on sale now. (See Details)

➤ Fishing licenses are now available to purchase online for the 2026-2027 season. (See Details)

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