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Hey Coral Springs, hope your week’s off to a good start! In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Panthers camp honors, a rising quantum hub, and free trivia night + lots of fun things to do for free.
Your insurance won't cover a $12,000 HVAC bill: If your furnace quits before it warms up, your homeowners insurance will tell you it's a "maintenance issue" and wish you luck. Insurance covers sudden disasters. It doesn't cover the systems that wear out over time, and those are the expensive ones. A home warranty is built for exactly this. HVAC, water heater, appliances, plumbing, electrical... all covered for less than $1/day with no age restrictions on what's covered. You call, they send a tech, you pay a service fee. They handle the rest. This one's $150 off right now.* |
01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Panthers earn major camp honors: Coral Springs Charter Cheer ended a big week at UCA Camp, winning Camp Routine titles and the Camp Leadership Award, as all five nominees were named UCA All-Americans -- read the full story.
A growing tech ecosystem: Boca Raton is advancing a quantum hub after D-Wave opened a headquarters adding 100 jobs and FAU bought a $20 million computer, as the region develops training labs and fiber -- see how the hub is taking shape.
New housing takes shape: Affiliated Development closed a $74 million loan and began construction on The Cove in Fort Lauderdale, a mixed-use project with 376 apartments, adding workforce housing under Florida’s Live Local Act -- read the full story.
The bill all retirees should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half -- this free comparison tool makes it easy.*
Watch your credit card balance drop. Here's a rare one: this card lets you skip interest charges until nearly 2028, and you won't pay a cent in annual fees to do it. On top of that, every purchase earns at least 1.5% cash back, with some categories as high as 5%. Spend a little early on and there's up to a $200 bonus waiting too -- take a look.*
An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial walk-in-the-door fee to x-rays, surgery, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could save thousands on your next vet bill with Lemonade*. Highlights this week: |
02 — From our sponsor Your insurance won't cover a $12,000 HVAC billIf your furnace quits before it warms up, your homeowners insurance will tell you it's a "maintenance issue" and wish you luck. Insurance covers sudden disasters. It doesn't cover the systems that wear out over time, and those are the expensive ones. A home warranty is built for exactly this. HVAC, water heater, appliances, plumbing, electrical... all covered for less than $1/day with no age restrictions on what's covered. You call, they send a tech, you pay a service fee. They handle the rest. This one's $150 off right now.* |
03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Calm your weekday brain: Surfer owned and operated, Island Root Kava Bar Coral Springs keeps things mellow with a genuine South Pacific kava ritual and a relaxed, conversation-first vibe that feels like a reset button. Perfect for when you want to chill out without the usual bar scene.
Gear up this week: From lighting up your ride to sneaking in a pickleball match, StreetLite Company stocks the useful stuff Coral Springs folks actually reach for. Bike lights and locks, swim goggles for the kids, tents and camp cooking gear, even climbing and fishing essentials that don’t overcomplicate your weekend plans.
Time to stripe it: Eagle Trace offers daily fee golf with online tee times, plus member options, tournaments, and game improvement if the driver’s been misbehaving. Sneak in a round this week, sharpen the short game, and remember why playing close to home beats planning a whole golf trip.
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04 — Our recommendations
We got your backA handful of products and services we think are worth a look.
Shop for new floors without ever needing to leave the house: No showroom, no second-guessing. All from the comfort of your own home. Empire Today® has flooring experts that will bring you samples and provide you with a free in-home estimate. Trusted and backed by over 3 million satisfied customers and over 65 years of quality service. *Check out their current offers today →
Stiff necks start on flat pillows: You've slept on both arms, both sides, stacked two pillows, thrown one on the floor, and the stiffness keeps finding you, because every position ends on the same pillow that can't hold your neck. This one can: shaped to keep your neck in line however you sleep, with gentle traction through the night. If it doesn't earn its spot in 30 nights, it goes back free. *Take the 30-night test, 50% off →
Home insurance premiums jumped 12% last year alone: That's on top of years of increases that have outpaced inflation. Before you blindly renew with your current insurer, a free comparison tool matches your home with top-rated insurers so you can see quotes side by side, in about two minutes. Some homeowners find hundreds in savings, and if you don't find a better policy, you stay put knowing you checked. *See your options →
The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →
The upgrades that make your home feel new again start here: You don't need a full remodel to fall back in love with your space. New fixtures, a fresh coat of paint, updated hardware, the small changes that make a room feel different. It's all in one place, so a weekend is all it takes to give a tired room a fresh start. *Shop the refresh → |
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05 — The event calendar Free events worth checking outFree things to do in the coming days and weeks. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
☕ English Cafe for All Levels @ Northwest Regional Library | Tuesday (8/4) at 5:00 PM – A free English Cafe where speakers of other languages practice reading and conversational English, all levels at the same table. It’s more friendly chat than grammar gauntlet, with a pace that suits mortals. Accents, questions, and dry jokes welcome.
❓ Trivia Nation @ Duffy's Sports Grill (Coconut Creek) | Tuesday (8/4) at 7:30 PM – Round up your smartest friend and head to Duffy's in Coconut Creek for free Tuesday trivia at 7:30, with $100 in prizes and bragging rights on the line. Jeopardy vibes, team play, and a chance to monetize your 80s pop, state capitals, and movie quotes.
👧 Wednesday Special: Kids Eat Free @ In The Game Sawgrass Mills (Sunrise) | Wednesday (8/5) at 12:00 AM – Reminder that Wednesdays are for outsourcing dinner and your sanity at In The Game, where kids 12 and under eat free with your adult entrée. You relax, they eat, then burn off energy while you finish a burger, a sentence, and maybe a beer.
🏠 Open House! @ First Church of Coral Springs | Saturday (8/8) at 10:00 AM – Nothing beats finding a Coral Springs dance studio that feels like church family, not a recital factory. Swing by the free open house to peek at toddler, youth, and adult classes, the first class is free, and the vibe is community, prayer, and real technique.
🎒 Back-To-School Resource Fair @ Tamarac Community Center | Saturday (8/8) at 10:00 AM – Whether your kid’s raring to learn or you’re just ready to reclaim the living room, Tamarac’s back-to-school fair lines up real help, not fluff: resources, supplies, wellness services, and community support, all free. First 200 students score backpacks stuffed with essentials, plus a fashion show.
🧺 Back to School Picnic in the Park 2026 @ Sabal Pines Park (Coconut Creek) | Saturday (8/8) at 10:00 AM – Consider this your pre-homework peace treaty. The back-to-school picnic at Sabal Pines Park brings a bounce house, complimentary eats, and easygoing games, so grown-ups can swap teacher tips, sip something cold, and let little legs burn off end-of-summer energy, with kids’ goodies while supplies last.
🎳 Kids Bowl Free all Summer! @ Bowlero (Tamarac) | Saturday (8/8) at 6:00 PM – Remember when summer plans were simple? Kids bowl free every day all summer, two games on the house at lanes around town, meaning AC, goofy shoes, and family time scored in strikes, spares, and the occasional gloriously tragic gutter ball.
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06 — From our sponsor Heads up for pet parentsTogether with our sponsor Lemonade. Nothing prepares you for a late-night emergency at the vet. I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. From the initial exam fee just to be seen, to x-rays, surgery, medication, and follow-up visits… the bill racks up fast (to say the least). And at that moment? You’re not thinking about your savings, you’re just saying yes to whatever keeps them thriving. As soon as we got home, I dug around online and ultimately signed up for Pet Insurance. It was too late for me, but you could save thousands on your next vet bill with *Lemonade. |
07 — Coral Springs report Weather forecastToday — High: 91°F — Low: 78°F — Precip: 57%
Showers and thunderstorms likely after 1pm. Mostly cloudy. High near 91, with temperatures falling to around 85 in the afternoon. Heat index values as high as 103. South wind 2 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch possible. Later: Showers and thunderstorms before 8pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8pm and 11pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 11pm and 2am. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 78. Southeast wind 2 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
Tomorrow — High: 90°F — Low: 79°F — Precip: 59%
Showers and thunderstorms likely between 8am and 2pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 90. East wind 2 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 79. East wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. This house is wildThis 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath waterfront pool home sits on an oversized cul-de-sac lot and has been beautifully cared for by long-term owners. Custom highlights include a huge game room with wet bar and wine cooler, plus a flexible guest-room addition that works perfectly as an office or gym. Quartz countertops, vaulted ceilings, hurricane protection, and a renovated primary suite complete the package.
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