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Hey Palm Bay, hope your week’s off to a good start!

In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Blue Origin expansion, Mario Day, and Dachshund Meetup + lots of fun things to do for free.

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📰 In the news

Lead agency to oversee: Palm Bay and Brevard County have partnered to reconstruct and resurface Babcock Street. Overnight work will run 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., improving safety and extending pavement life — see overnight work hours.

Choose your dental training path: Thinking about a dental career? Eastern Florida State College holds an open house today at the Cocoa Campus on two pathways. Day deadline April 8 and hybrid deadline July 8 — see dates, pathways, and deadlines.

Artemis competition intensifies: Blue Origin has purchased 20 acres of industrial land in Cocoa for $11.5 million, signaling Space Coast expansion with the site expected to support manufacturing or logistics — get all the details.

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:

• Connect with women over floral brunch
• Craft Bridgerton-worthy charcuterie by candlelight
• Discover cruise deals at Travel Expo

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Hoagies done right: Mash Hoagies nails the craving with piled-high subs, pressed sandwiches, and in-house-made salads and chili, all with a locals-know vibe. Fresh-sliced meats, generous portions, and easy online ordering make it a clutch pick for low-effort, high-reward meals this week.

A quick nature reset: If your week needs a little quiet, Turkey Creek Sanctuary has shady boardwalks through old pines, peaceful creek overlooks where manatees sometimes glide, and an easy QR code self-guided tour. Zero planning required; bring yourself, breathe in the fresh air, and remember Florida wild is right here.

Where comics meet toys: Famous Faces & Funnies blends comics, action figures, Pops, and quirky collectibles in a shop that feels like a treasure hunt. The staff knows their stuff and loves matching fans with new obsessions, and the Kids’ Comic Club keeps younger readers hooked.

Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →

Your data is for sale right now: There are over 400 websites selling your info to marketers, political campaigns, and scammers. They’ve got your phone number, home address, relatives’ names… you name it. That’s how robocallers seem to know everything about you before you pick up. You can remove your info one site at a time, or pay a service to do it for you. Here’s what we recommend →

📆 Free events worth checking out

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

🍄 Mario Day @ Famous Faces & Funnies (Melbourne) | Tuesday (3/10) at 11:00 AM – Whether you’ve been 1-upping since the NES, or you just learned why everyone fears blue shells, Mario Day at Famous Faces Melbourne is your jam. Get 10% off all Mario and Nintendo, play Mario Kart, make crafts, then stick around for trivia and a roundtable.

🥕 Brevard County Farmers Market @ Wickham Park – 2500 Parkway Dr, Melbourne, FL, United States, Florida 32935 | Thursday (3/12) at 3:00 PM – If you’re over souvenir soap and ready for real groceries, hit the weekly food-focused farmers market under the Regional Pavilion at Wickham Park. Admission and parking are free, expect excellent produce and local staples, and SNAP gets a dollar-for-dollar match, no cap, no guilt.

🎉 Cubehouse Grand Opening @ Cubehouse (Melbourne) | Thursday (3/12) at 4:00 PM – Ready to feel calmer without downloading another app? Pop into CubeHouse’s grand opening open house to tour the wellness cubes, learn how low-frequency sound and far-infrared team up, chat with the founders, and let your shoulders drop somewhere south of your ears.

🃏 Pokemon & Sports Card Show @ Anthony J. Tony Rosa Community Center | Saturday (3/14) at 6:00 AM – Whether you’re guarding a binder of holo Charizards or a shoebox of ’92 rookies, your inner 10-year-old will love this Palm Bay card show. Free admission, free parking, a free pack just for showing up, and vendors sold out, all at Tony Rosa Community Center.

🐶 Dachshund Meetup @ Fred Poppe Regional Park | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Grab your leash and head to the small-dog side of the park for a dachshund meet up. Expect a parade of long dogs, short legs, and prouder parents, with plenty of sniff-and-greet diplomacy. Bring your ween, your coffee, and your best tiny-ball toss.

🎲 Family Board Game Night @ Get Your Fun On (Melbourne) | Saturday (3/14) at 4:00 PM – Miss game nights that end in laughter, not eye rolls? Swing by the weekly, family-friendly board game hangout at the shop, free to play. Grab a Looking For Players sign, sample the demo wall or bring your favorite, keep the language clean, and drinks alcohol-free.

🌲 Ranger-Led Tour of Turkey Creek Sanctuary @ Turkey Creek Sanctuary | Sunday (3/15) at 10:00 AM – Set your Sunday pace to easy with a free, ranger-led wander at Turkey Creek Sanctuary, weather permitting, all boardwalk views, sandy trails, and the usual Florida critters. Wear real shoes, bring water, sunscreen, and bug spray, and call it cross-training.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Palm Bay report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 81°F – Low: 67°F – Precip: 6%

Patchy fog before 10am. Sunny, with a high near 81. South southeast wind 0 to 10 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 67. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 81°F – Low: 68°F – Precip: 2%

Sunny, with a high near 81. Southeast wind 5 to 15 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 68. South southeast wind 5 to 15 mph.

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