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The Weekly Diary: Million-Dollar Smiles, High-Speed Sound, and Sporting Greatness
Welcome back, Potchefstroom! We have officially crossed into the heart of February. If January was the warm-up, then Week 6 of 2026 was the full-blown sprint. At The Go-To Guy, we’ve been crisscrossing the city, from the bustling streets of the CBD to the high-energy fields of Ikageng, to bring you the stories that matter. Image : The Go-To Guy Creations This week’s diary is packed. We’re talking about life-changing orthodontic transformations, the ultimate tech support for y

Charlene Bekker
Feb 94 min read


The Weekly Diary: From Fresh Brews to Tailored Suits - Week 5
Welcome back to another edition of The Go-To Guy Weekly Diary! Can you believe we’ve already hit the end of January? Week 5 has been an absolute whirlwind of activity, and if there is one thing we’ve learned this week, it’s that Potchefstroom truly has a solution for every possible need,provided you know where to look. Image : The Go-To Guy Creations From the aromatic corners of local bakeries to the industrial hubs keeping our water flowing, our team has been "on the beat" t

Charlene Bekker
Jan 304 min read


The Weekly Diary: Potholes, Productivity, and New Prospects
Welcome back, Potchefstroom! Can you believe we are already wrapping up the first full month of 2026? It feels like just yesterday we were counting down the seconds to midnight, and now, The Go-To Guy team is firing on all cylinders. Image : The Go-To Guy Creations Since we officially opened our doors for the year on January 12th , the office has been a hive of activity. Between welcoming back long-standing clients and mapping out marketing strategies for new local businesse

Charlene Bekker
Jan 235 min read


The Go-To Guy’s Final Weekly Diary Update for 2025 (Weeks 50–51)
As we edge closer to the end of 2025, the energy in Potchefstroom is reaching a fever pitch. This week’s diary is a bumper edition, spanning the highlights of Weeks 50 and 51. We’ve been busy in the studio, out on the sports fields of Ikageng, and hitting the aisles of our favorite local retailers to bring you the best of what’s happening in our backyard. Whether you're looking for spiritual growth for your kids, a sugar rush for the holidays, or a last-minute chance to win b

Charlene Bekker
Dec 18, 20255 min read


The Go-To Guy's Weekly Diary: Hope, Home Projects, and Hearts Seeking Homes (Week 49)
Welcome back to our weekly journey through the Potchefstroom community! Week 49 once again proved that this town never stands still. It was a week filled with the summer heat, the spirit of giving, and the sound of power tools. We were everywhere - in our beloved studio for a heartwarming interview, out and about discovering the best local deals, and, of course, at places that help us relax and kick off the season. Grab a hot (or perhaps ice-cold!) coffee, get comfortable, an

Charlene Bekker
Dec 12, 20255 min read


The Go-To Guy | Week 46 Diary
From sport stories and school achievements to power-tool demo days, tile shopping, and rising music stars from Ikageng, Week 46 was full of energy, variety, and the kind of community moments that make Potchefstroom so special. Image(Created) : The Go-To Guy Here’s everything we covered this week, in one place, in full colour. SportStroom – 12 November Volkies Cricket: Reflecting on 2025, Building for 2026 On 12 November , SportStroom welcomed Pieter Wiid and Wynand Schmitt

Charlene Bekker
Nov 19, 20254 min read


The Go-To Guy | Week 45 Diary
It’s been another lively week in Potchefstroom, filled with sport, community spirit, family fun, and plenty of local action! From marathon fundraisers to family karting and riverside fishing, Week 45 had us on the go and loving every moment. Here’s your friendly rundown of everything we captured this week. Image : The Go-To Guy Creations SportStroom 3 November - Max Williamson’s 175 km of Heart & Hope This week’s SportStroom kicked off with a truly inspiring story. Max Willi

Charlene Bekker
Nov 10, 20254 min read


The Go-To Guy | Week 44 Diary
From relaxing riverside retreats to adrenaline-fuelled sport and the buzz of new business launches, Potchefstroom, Parys and Ikageng gave us another action-packed week! Here’s how The Go-To Guy team spent it, lens in hand and coffee in reach. Image (Created) : The Go-To Guy Ikageng 28 October - Jerry & Blackcat Clothing: Rebuilding Dreams in Style In Ikageng we met Jerry, the resilient creator behind Blackcat Clothing. His journey has been anything but easy - from facing f

Charlene Bekker
Nov 3, 20254 min read


The Go-To Guy | Week 43 Diary
From early childhood education to grassroots football and marathon mornings, Potchefstroom was buzzing with action this week! Whether on the field, in the classroom, or behind the counter, our team was everywhere capturing the heart of our community. Here’s what went down in Week 43. SkoolKompas 20 October - Building Bright Beginnings at Hasie Hop Kleuterskool We started the week with a visit to the world of little learners on SkoolKompas, where Drikus Viljoen sat down with

Charlene Bekker
Oct 28, 20254 min read


The Go-To Guy – Week 41 Diary
From MMA inspiration and school holiday fun to business brilliance and community creativity, Week 41 reminded us again why Potchefstroom and Ikageng are bursting with stories worth telling. Let’s dive into the highlights of another jam-packed week with The Go-To Guy team on the move. Image : The Go-To Guy Creations SportStroom 9 October – The Fighter with a Potch Heart On this week’s SportStroom, Drikus Viljoen sat down with none other than Micky Cloete, Potchefstroom’s very

Charlene Bekker
Oct 14, 20254 min read


The Go-To Guy – Week 40 Diary
From rugby glory and school fun to creative showcases, braai bargains, and biltong bliss, Week 40 was one to remember. Potch and...

Charlene Bekker
Oct 8, 20254 min read


The Go-To Guy – Week 39 Diary
From biltong to Braai Day, from charity collections to pageants, Potch and Ikageng once again reminded us what community spirit looks...

Charlene Bekker
Sep 30, 20253 min read


The Go-To Guy – Week 38 Diary
From school inspiration to sport, waffles and steak, local soccer derbies, community upliftment, and even a dash of sweet factory fun,...

Charlene Bekker
Sep 23, 20254 min read


The Go-To Guy – Week 37 Diary
Week 37 was one of those weeks that reminded us why we love what we do. From family stories in the classroom to sports dreams, charity...

Charlene Bekker
Sep 16, 20254 min read


The Go-To Guy – Week 31 Diary
From heartfelt community projects to safety talks, school pride, sports strategy, and even electrifying winter promos, Week 31 at The...

Charlene Bekker
Aug 5, 20254 min read


The Go-To Guy Weekly Diary – Week 27 & 28: Style, Stories and Street Dance Energy!
As winter settles in, Potchefstroom and Ikageng are buzzing with stories that warm the heart and inspire the spirit. From community...

Charlene Bekker
Jul 14, 20253 min read


Welcome to The Go-To Guy Weekly Diary! Week 26
Here’s your friendly, informal roundup of Week 26,everything we’ve been up to around Potch. Grab your coffee and enjoy! Image : The Go-To...

Charlene Bekker
Jul 2, 20252 min read


Week 25 at The Go-To Guy – From Pocket Pals to Trolley Dashes & Dance Battles!
Week 25 brought colour, energy and community spirit to the heart of Potchefstroom once again. From handcrafted creativity to high-energy...

Charlene Bekker
Jun 24, 20253 min read


The Go-To Guy Weekly Diary: Week 24 - A Celebration of Community, Sport, and Stories!
This week was all about heart, hustle and highlighting the amazing people and places that make Potchefstroom tick. Here's a quick peek...

Charlene Bekker
Jun 19, 20252 min read


Week 23 at The Go-To Guy – Community, Competition & a Whole Lot of Heart
Here we go again with another week full of stories, giveaways, special visits, and incredible people from our beautiful Potch community....

Charlene Bekker
Jun 10, 20253 min read
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