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

In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Fatburger opens, a plan to move Fort Caroline Memorial, and ELO legends with Rock Orchestra + lots of fun things to do for free.

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📰 In the news

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

Resilience plan for historic site: The National Park Service is taking public comment on moving Fort Caroline Memorial to higher ground in Timucuan Preserve to protect it from flooding and hurricanes affecting the Jacksonville area — find out how to comment.

Community pride in action: Oceanway neighbors launched Collect and Connect Keep Oceanway Beautiful to tackle litter and bring people together. The group has nearly 300 members, about 20 volunteers, as city officials take notice — 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.

Highlights this week:

• Play bingo for cash prizes
• Celebrate St. Patrick’s with Southside Culhanes
• ELO legends perform with Jacksonville Rock Orchestra

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Fresh-baked bread alert: Craving a no-fuss, seriously stacked lunch? Blue Boy Sandwich Shop delivers hefty builds on house-baked loaves, the kind of old-school, napkin-required goodness that rescues busy weekdays and keeps you happily coasting through the 3 p.m. slump.

Saltwater and singletrack: Kicking off a mood reset? Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park delivers: oceanfront sand, a freshwater lake for paddling, and shady trails for biking or wandering. Add camp-friendly vibes and seabreeze soundtracks, and weekday stress clocks out early. It’s a compact escape with big variety, right in Jacksonville.

Toy treasure hunt: Whether you’re chasing a nostalgic action figure, flipping through back-issue comics, or watching the kids gape at walls of anime and Gundam, Mythical Mountain delivers a screen-free spark and easy gift ideas. It’s a nerdy treasure hunt you’ll claim is for them, while grinning inside.

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.

🎸 FCBS Monthly Blues Jam @ Mudville Music Room | Wednesday (3/11) at 7:00 PM – The First Coast Blues Society jam is back, with The Mojo Healers hosting the monthly throwdown in that cozy little room we like. Expect locals mixing, mingling, dancing, playing, and singing every second Wednesday. It’s free, tip the bucket, and bring your twelve-bar story.

🚗 Caffeine & Octane @ Caffeine and Octane Jacksonville | Saturday (3/14) at 7:30 AM – Saturday morning at The Avenues Mall means caffeine, chrome, and 1,000-plus rides to gawk at, free whether you show or sip. First come, first ogled, so roll in early. Park central and you’re parked until close, or hit the exotics corner and ghost anytime.

🖼 VyStar Free Saturdays @ MOCA Jacksonville | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Let VyStar Credit Union pick up the tab and wander MOCA for free every Saturday. Trade errands for bold galleries, curious conversation, and blessed AC, no membership required. It’s the rare weekend plan that impresses the in-laws, entertains the kids, and costs nothing.

🎨 Springfield Farmers & Arts Market @ The Underground Events & Eatery | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Saturday on North Main means one thing, the Springfield Farmers & Arts Market with fresh produce, local art, handmade finds, and very good baked goods. Stroll, chat with growers who remember your kids’ names, call it wellness, and leave feeling smug about supporting local.

🐾 Wild Wonders @ Dutton Island Preserve | Saturday (3/14) at 1:00 PM – Round up the crew for Wild Wonders at Dutton Island Preserve, a free, family-friendly animal show-and-tell with local naturalist Mike Rossi and his live critters. Expect close encounters, smart facts, and hands-on fun, and bring a lawn chair to look wise while the kids learn.

🧀 The Board Meeting: Sunday Funday Edition @ Juice Wine Bar | Sunday (3/15) at 11:00 AM – Finally, a board meeting worth attending. Juice Wine Bar is debuting its Char-Cart-Erie and inviting you to graze a free community meat and cheese board, Sunday Funday style, with sips, chats, and zero PowerPoints, unless Gouda slides count as slides.

🌱 The Vegan Link – JAX Edition @ Myrtle Avenue Brewing | Sunday (3/15) at 12:00 PM – A plant-based takeover is rolling into Myrtle Ave Brewing with vegan eats, eco-conscious vendors, a live DJ, and raffles, all free to wander. Bring your appetite, your skeptical cousin, and the dog, linger, sip something crisp, and remember, kale is optional.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Jacksonville report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 89°F – Low: 65°F – Precip: 6%

Sunny. High near 89, with temperatures falling to around 88 in the afternoon. Southwest wind 2 to 7 mph. Later: Mostly clear. Low around 65, with temperatures rising to around 67 overnight. South wind 3 to 7 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 89°F – Low: 66°F – Precip: 2%

Mostly sunny. High near 89, with temperatures falling to around 88 in the afternoon. South wind 3 to 10 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy. Low around 66, with temperatures rising to around 68 overnight. South wind 5 to 10 mph.

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That’s exactly what happened to me. I had the same policy for half a decade. Autopay was on, it was out of sight and out of mind. Turns out I was blindly paying way more than everyone else I knew.

If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too – here’s the comparison tool I used.

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