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Rise and shine, Space Coast!

In today’s planning-your-week edition: Raising Cane’s expansion, automated school zone speed cameras, and a wild waterfront estate + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.

Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around the Space Coast protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.

📰 In the news

Beloved chicken chain expands: Raising Cane’s is planned for Viera, per a preliminary county plan, at the former Bob Evans site across from Chick-fil-A. It would be Brevard County’s first, joining 28 statewide — see the plan and location.

New enforcement to protect students: Titusville police will activate automated school zone speed cameras on March 9 with phased rollouts and a 60-day warning period before citations for drivers exceeding the limit by 11 mph — learn about phases and warnings.

Impacted streets and sites listed: The boil water notice for Mims customers has been lifted after a main break was repaired. Testing confirms the water is safe for homes and the I-95 rest area — see which areas were affected.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

Highlights this week:

• Shop spring plants, food trucks, artisans
• Kreines Wind Orchestra plays Roman Festivals
• Learn wills and trusts essentials with attorney
• You’re probably overpaying for car insurance

🏆 Gold and silver are heating up

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Wings with wild flavors: Big Shot Bobs House of Wings in Cape Canaveral nails crispy, saucy, can’t-stop wings. Think playful flavor mashups, generous baskets, and that inevitable “we should’ve ordered more” moment… ideal for game night, beach days, or a random Tuesday. Fun, messy, memorable.

Glow with less effort: Head to Maven Bloom Beauty Bar for nails, skincare, or a real-deal massage, all using plant-based, cruelty-free formulas from Eminence and FarmHouse Fresh. In mellow Cocoa Village, this spot makes self-care a habit, not a splurge, so you leave restored and glow without the fuss.

Dial in your swing: Between a links-style Championship Course, a lighted 30-acre range, and a quick 9-hole par-3, Duran Golf Club keeps swings on point. Bring a friend, hunt a few birdies, then recap over something good at Tradewinds, the onsite spot.

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📆 Our favorite events this week

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

🦉 Spring Owl Prowl @ Turkey Creek Sanctuary | Friday (3/6) at 6:00 PM – Think you can spot a hoot in the dark? Head to Turkey Creek for a Spring Owl Prowl, a short owl ID chat followed by a moderate twilight walk on boardwalks and primitive trails, calling in the locals. $10, ages 12+, prereg only, no walk-ups.

🐟 Seafood Festival @ Grant Community Center | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – Head to the Grant Seafood Festival, the Space Coast’s biggest annual event, for fresh shrimp, scallops, and small-town bragging rights. Bring cash, sunscreen, and your patience for parking, then let the volunteer-run vibes, cold beer, and hot fryers remind you why we live here.

🌱 Spring Plant Market @ Downtown Melbourne Farmer’s Market | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Dust off your gardening gloves and swing by the spring plant market. Think candy store for plant people, with natives, exotics, veggie starts, trees, pots, herbs, and produce. Plus bakery treats, food trucks, and local artisans, so you can call it yard work and lunch.

🎨 Spring Fine Art & Craft Fair @ Historic Cocoa Village | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Historic Cocoa Village, downtown and waterfront, fills with 200-plus artists and crafters for the Spring Fine Art & Craft Fair, featuring juried competition, live music, and food trucks. Stroll, chat, and actually buy that wall piece, then explore Village shops, and bring the polite dog.

🌶 Community Market and Chili Cook-off @ Crossroads Community Church of God | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Local market, chili in competition, and a bounce house for the sugar goblins. Shop vendors, hit the food trucks, then enter your pot for ten bucks, prizes and bragging rights included. Vendors, claim a spot for $30 or $50 via the flyer’s QR code.

🏷 Rummage Sale Fundraiser @ Lockmar Estates | Sunday (3/8) at 7:00 AM – Weekend mornings at Emerson and Pepper means one thing, treasure hunting that actually does some good. Dig through the neighborhood’s finest almost-new finds at a rummage sale that funds programs for local foster and adoptive families. Bring cash, a tote, and your inner haggler.

♀ International Women’s Day Celebration @ Kendra Scott | Sunday (3/8) at 1:00 PM – Whether you need an excuse to refresh your jewelry box or just want free sweets, head to Kendra Scott in Viera for International Women’s Day. Sip, shop, and feel virtuous, because 20% benefits The Women’s Center of Brevard’s 51 years of service.

Live music & entertainment:

• 3/2 Monday Night Open Jam @ Sandbar Sports Grill – 8:00 PM
• 3/3 Jam Night/Open Mic @ Village Idiot Pub – 8:00 PM
• 3/4 Adam Sean Duo @ Johnathan’s Pub – 9:00 PM
• 3/5 80s Bike Week Party @ Space Coast Harley-Davidson – 3:00 PM
• 3/5 Blind Lion Comedy Showcase @ The Blind Lion – 7:00 PM
• 3/6 KBK @ Pier 220 – 5:00 PM
• 3/7 Bears on Deck Cruise 2026 @ Port Canaveral Cruise Terminal – 8:00 AM

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

🔥 Worth a peek

We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.

• Industry-leading home warranty protection ($150 off right now)
• 62+? See how much tax-free cash your home could unlock → free calculator
• This free tool helps connect you with the right financial advisor
• Got debt? You may be able to pay less than you owe
• Protect your pet from disaster with this pet insurance plan
• Treat yourself: Save $ on self-care during the CVS Epic Beauty Sale
• You can own physical gold and silver in your retirement account

📻 Space Coast report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 77°F – Low: 63°F – Precip: 7%

Mostly sunny, with a high near 77. East northeast wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Later: A slight chance of rain showers between 7pm and 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 63. East northeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

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Tomorrow – High: 78°F – Low: 65°F – Precip: 49%

A chance of rain showers after 7am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 78. East northeast wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. Later: A chance of rain showers before 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 65. East wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.

Someone Googled you this week 👀

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