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Hi Fort Lauderdale, hope you’re having a great weekend!

In today’s in-case-you-missed-it edition: New Breeze nonstop routes, St. Patrick’s Parade & Festival, and gold and silver are heating up + the top stories from this week & a sneak peek at next week.

Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Fort Lauderdale 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.

📰 Most-clicked stories this week

Broward departures on the rise: Breeze is expanding from FLL, adding nonstop routes including Tallahassee launching July 2, plus Jacksonville and Tampa, with fares starting as low as $39 as it grows to 14 cities — see new routes and fares.

Balancing road and waterway needs: Fort Lauderdale made weekday rush-hour restrictions on the Southeast 17th Street Bridge permanent after U.S. Coast Guard approval, aiming to ease traffic. Openings pause at times, except on federal holidays — see what’s changed and why.

A warm welcome with guidance: Fort Lauderdale welcomes spring breakers and reminds everyone of beach rules. No open containers, no amplified music, and no tents on the sand, with police expected near beach and downtown — see what to expect.

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.

Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.

All the crowd favorites:

• VIVA rocks Margaritaville Hollywood Beach
• Groove to Chicago and EWF tributes
• Celebrate honorees at Solel disco gala
• Save on self-care during the CVS Epic Beauty Sale

🏆 Gold and silver are heating up

Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold

Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.

While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.

If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.

It’s free and worth reading before the next move.

🫶 This week’s top finds

Your next vintage hit: Whether your closet craves character or you miss a good thrift thrill, Thrift Sh!t Vintage keeps a tight rotation of curated vintage and Y2K finds, from graphic tees to lived-in denim and off-duty workwear that somehow looks cooler off the clock. Quick treasure hunts, zero-fuss wardrobe refresh.

Spain by the bite: Craving a midweek boost? At Eatapas, small plates shine: patatas bravas, jamón ibérico sliced to order, and paella made for sharing, with live music that invites lingering. Perfect for catching up over a spread with a friend.

Movie night, upgraded: Whether you want a sharp indie or just AC and great popcorn, Savor Cinema delivers a cozy, no-fuss night that feels distinctly Fort Lauderdale. It’s the kind of spot where you settle in, enjoy the curation, and leave with opinions… maybe even a new favorite director.

Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.

📆 Sneak peek at next 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.

🎷 Karrin Allyson @ Broward Center for the Performing Arts | Wednesday (3/11) at 7:45 PM – Whether you still call it the Broward Center or the theater by the river, Karrin Allyson brings a kaleidoscope set that slides from Songbook to Joni, bossa to bebop, all with five Grammy nods. Go single, trio, or season, members save.

🧘 Yoga & Sound Bath + ZIM Sculptor Exhibit @ Bonnet House Museum & Gardens | Friday (3/13) at 9:00 AM – Take a break from errands and roll out a mat on Bonnet House’s veranda for yoga, a sound bath, and a stroll through the Zim sculpture exhibit. Morning calm, forest bathing, and actual parking. $30 covers class and grounds, $45 adds the museum tour, pre-register.

🎨 Art13 Sip N Paint @ Breakers Avenue | Friday (3/13) at 6:00 PM – Gallery600FTL is hosting an Art13 Sip N Paint with Constance Ivanna, so yes, you can finally call that second glass “creative courage.” She guides, you swirl and swish, and by the end you’ve got a canvas, a buzz, and bragging rights. Low stress, high vibe.

🏃 2026 GO2 Walk/Run & Kite Fly @ Hollywood North Beach Regional Park | Saturday (3/14) at 7:00 AM – Trade the to-do list for the 12th Annual 5K Walk/Run and kite fly at Hollywood North Beach Park, where cardio meets ocean breeze. Walk or run, snag a complimentary kite and free all-day parking, and help turn lung cancer stigma into hope.

🛍 TheMKT @ Las Olas Oceanside Park | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Whether you’re chasing ocean breezes or stocking the fridge, the Saturday market at Las Olas Oceanside Park serves fresh produce, street eats, and unique finds for you and your home. Vendors rotate weekly, so park at Las Olas Beach Garage, and call it cardio.

🍀 St. Patrick’s Parade & Festival @ Las Olas Boulevard Fort Lauderdale | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Head to Las Olas for the annual green takeover, with a parade of floats, bagpipers, marching bands, and classic cars, then a festival loaded with live music, a kids zone, games, and Irish eats and drinks. Everyone’s a little Irish, and beer absolutely qualifies.

🛁 DIY Body Butter Making Workshop @ Event CODE (Hollywood) | Sunday (3/15) at 12:00 PM – Think your store-bought lotion could use a personality? Head to Event CODE for a DIY body butter workshop where you whip, blend, and banter with fellow grownups. It smells amazing, your hands will thank you, and you leave with bragging rights.

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)
• This free tool helps connect you with the right financial advisor
• 62+? See how much tax-free cash your home could unlock → free calculator
• Got debt? You may be able to pay less than you owe
• Protect your pet from disaster with this pet insurance plan
• You can own physical gold and silver in your retirement account

📻 Fort Lauderdale report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 81°F – Low: 70°F – Precip: 3%

Sunny, with a high near 81. East wind 6 to 12 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 70. East wind 5 to 9 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 82°F – Low: 70°F – Precip: 12%

Sunny, with a high near 82. East wind 5 to 10 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 70. East wind 5 to 9 mph.

Someone Googled you this week 👀

It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.

Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.

Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.

Most popular house this week

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