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Hi Jacksonville, hope you’re having a great weekend!

In today’s in-case-you-missed-it edition: A salt cave escape, a 15,000-seat stadium plan, and Fatburger’s grand opening + the top stories from this week & a sneak peek at next week.

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📰 Most-clicked stories this week

Explore a restorative space: Looking to breathe easier and unwind? A recent feature spotlights Earth Salt Stone, Jacksonville’s only salt cave, a serene spot for relaxation and wellness experiences — read the full story.

Privately funded sports hub: Sporting JAX announced plans for a 15,000-seat stadium in the St. Johns Town Center area, anchoring a mixed-use district with restaurants, hotels, and family-friendly venues for local and regional events — get all the details.

Popular burger chain arrives: Fatburger is now open in Orange Park, the chain’s first Jacksonville-area spot. A grand opening on March 14 featured giveaways for early customers — read the full story.

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.*

Gold & silver are hot: Last year was gold’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150%… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. Curious about precious metal investing? GoldCo has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.*

All the crowd favorites:

• Celebrate St. Patrick’s with Southside Culhanes
• Reconnect at a spring holistic market
• Celebrate culinary graduates and community partners

💎 This week’s top finds

Retro comfort, zero fuss: Craving eggs at noon or a burger that actually tastes like one? At Johnny Angel’s Diner, expect all-day breakfast, hand-dipped shakes, and a cheerful ’50s vibe that turns an ordinary Tuesday into a quick nostalgia trip, no frills, just good food and easygoing charm.

Good vibes, zero hangover: If your week needs a lift, Murray Hill Theatre keeps it all ages, alcohol-free, and faith-forward with legit concerts across genres, plus clean comedy for nights you’d rather laugh than shout-sing. Count on a positive, low-pressure hang that won’t wreck tomorrow’s to-do list.

Pie that sparks joy: Butter-crust, rotating flavors, and cheeky names (looking at you, Peanut Butter & Jealous and Blurred Limes) make Mixed Fillings Pie Shop an instant mood lift. It’s a slice-now, whole-pie-later situation, and future-you will applaud the foresight.

These aren’t ads or sponsored placements — they’re the local spots your fellow readers clicked on most this week.

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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 →

Paying full price is officially optional: Blu Dot just marked down dozens of their best sofas, beds, dining tables, outdoor pieces, and lighting by as much as 60%. Not because something’s wrong with them, but because every great design eventually has to make room for the next one. The deals change daily, so it’s always a new adventure. *See what’s on sale today →

Most people have no idea what’s happening inside their body: Not because the data doesn’t exist, but because no one’s collecting it. Routine annual checkups miss things like body composition, biological age, and the biomarkers that can help predict long-term patterns. The good news? HumeHealth offers tools to help you track all of that at home for less than the cost of a specialist visit. *Use code NEW20 to save 20% →

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📆 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.

☘ 21st Annual St. Patrick’s Day Bash 2026 @ Culhane’s Irish Pub & Restaurant (Atlantic Beach) | Tuesday (3/17) at 9:00 AM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to day-drink with purpose, Culhane’s is throwing its 21st annual St. Paddy’s throwdown with bands, pipers, DJs, Irish dancers, and party games, including drunken potato bowling. Expect loud tunes, chaos, and shamrock spirit to forget the lawn work.

🥊 Food Fight Jax @ Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center | Tuesday (3/17) at 6:00 PM – Finally, a food fight you’re proud to be caught in. This inaugural Jax shindig celebrates Sulzbacher Culinary Arts grads who turned hustle into craft, plus the restaurants that offered second chances, mentored them, and let them shine. Eat well, feel good, brag later.

🎸 The Orchestra and more @ The Florida Theatre | Wednesday (3/18) at 8:00 PM – Ready to hear ELO the way your car speakers never could? Former ELO members team with the 27-piece Jacksonville Rock Orchestra for lush, faithful hits galore, featuring Mr. Blue Sky, Don’t Bring Me Down, and Evil Woman. Expect goosebumps, not lasers.

🚶 Senior Wellness Walk @ Friendship Fountain | Friday (3/20) at 10:00 AM – If your step counter is judging you, join fellow Jacksonville seniors for a scenic stroll at Friendship Fountain, with gentle stretching, a little dancing, and brag-worthy senior swag. Registration is required, lunch is free, and spots go faster than parking on game day.

🍿 Spring Break – Outdoor Movie Night @ MWR Mayport | Friday (3/20) at 7:45 PM – Nothing says Spring Break like bundling up under the stars for a mystery flick. Bring blankets, chairs, and the good snacks, then settle in for nostalgic previews, neighborly commentary, and the annual debate over who forgot the bug spray.

💍 Jewelry Workshop: Stacking Rings @ Atlantic Beach Arts Market | Saturday (3/21) at 9:00 AM – Make three sterling stacking rings at ABAM with Eve Huggins, learning to design, size, solder, and finish, supplies included, $90, 18+. Think art class with hammers, a little fire, and the satisfaction of leaving with something shiny you made yourself.

🎲 Bunco Fundraiser for Multiple Sclerosis @ Jacksonville Elks Lodge #221 | Sunday (3/22) at 2:00 PM – Whether you’re a Bunco legend or think it’s a pasta shape, this fundraiser deals dice rolls, heavy apps, and door prizes for 20 bucks. Play for a cause with Chinese and 50/50 raffles, and back Mary’s Musketeers for the MS Walk at Friendship Fountain.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Jacksonville report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 85°F – Low: 67°F – Precip: 42%

A slight chance of rain showers between 8am and 9am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 2pm and 3pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 3pm and 5pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny. High near 85, with temperatures falling to around 82 in the afternoon. South wind 2 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely between 7pm and 8pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy. Low around 67, with temperatures rising to around 69 overnight. South wind 7 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

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Tomorrow – High: 81°F – Low: 39°F – Precip: 90%

A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8am, then showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy. High near 81, with temperatures falling to around 73 in the afternoon. Southwest wind 10 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. Later: Showers and thunderstorms before 2am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 39. Chance of precipitation is 90%.

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