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Hi Melbourne, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: Health First links trauma care with former NASA astronauts, Barnes & Noble opens, and pirate mystery dinner sets sail + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
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📰 In the news
Bridging field and hospital care: Health First and Operator Solutions announced March 3 a partnership to bolster trauma response and critical care, linking Holmes Regional’s Level II Trauma Center with veterans and former NASA astronauts — read the full story.
Page-turners and more await: Barnes & Noble opens today at 9 a.m. in West Melbourne, bringing a bookstore and community space to 1557 W. New Haven Avenue with thousands of titles and future events — read the full story.
Firefighters’ swift action highlighted: Palm Bay Fire Rescue contained a Northwest Palm Bay house fire to one room and rescued a dog inside. No injuries were reported, and the incident appears accidental — 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.
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.
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💎 Local business spotlight
Plan a theater night: Henegar Performing Arts Center serves up big-hearted, community-built musicals and plays that turn “we should do something” into “why didn’t we do this sooner?” Gathered friends, glowing marquees, and a brain reset await… because sometimes the easiest yes is a night under the stage lights.
Local dog cravings, solved: Since 1987, Mustard’s Famous Hot Dogs has been family-owned, serving Vienna Beef classics, veggie dogs, and 50+ inventive combos in a laid-back, dog-friendly spot. When the week turns chaotic, a quick Chicago-style fix here feels like hitting reset.
Neighborhood book fix: Moonstruck Market blends new and used books with locally made art and gifts, plus easygoing community events for meeting fellow book people. When your night needs a reset, wander the shelves, breathe a little, and let one, maybe three, titles find you.
\*These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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🫶 We got your back
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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 →
Thinning hair? Don’t treat the wrong thing: When my ponytail started thinning, I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, sprays, etc.) and not one of them lasted. Turns out, most products target the strand, not the follicle… and that’s the whole problem. Once follicles go dormant, they need targeted help to come back. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn about my favorites here →
Six figures you can’t spend: Most homeowners over 50 have spent years dutifully paying their mortgage, assuming the only time it’ll pay off is when they sell. I thought the same thing until I discovered you can tap into the equity you’ve earned whenever you want (without leaving your home). Overdue for a new roof? Want to build your dream bathroom? There are two ways to turn equity into usable cash →
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📆 Melbourne for grown ups
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🎭 Dog Man: The Musical @ King Center for the Performing Arts | Thursday (3/12) at 6:30 PM – Dog Man: The Musical turns Dav Pilkey’s chaos into a fast, funny family romp, with a half-dog, half-cop hero, bouncy tunes, and jokes for the adults paying for snacks. Expect villainous fish, mischievous cats, and a blissfully quiet car ride home.
🎸 Vintage Vinyl Live: Boston @ Melbourne Auditorium | Friday (3/13) at 7:00 PM – Whether you wore out your copy in ’76 or just sing along in traffic, this crew recreates Boston’s debut front to back, note for note. More Than a Feeling, Peace of Mind, and those Scholz guitar stacks, all crisp, loud, and gloriously nostalgic.
😂 Kojo Prince Live @ Triggered Comedy Club | Friday (3/13) at 8:00 PM – Midweek calls for a proper laugh, not another Netflix scroll. Kojo Prince brings high-energy heat to Triggered Comedy Club, with Christopher Robinson, Phil Isme, and host Cassandra Hartford rounding out a stacked bill. Consider it therapy, cheaper, with better punchlines.
☘ Ladies’ Shamrock Swap and Sip @ Squid Lips | Saturday (3/14) at 12:00 PM – Melbourne ladies, green is the vibe, and the lunch table is the meet-cute. Wear your best emerald or shamrock flair, bring a wrapped green-themed gift to swap, enjoy lunch, sip something cheerful, and leave with new friends, shared laughs, and zero small talk guilt.
☠ Pirate Mystery Dinner: Murder on the High Seas @ Arts for All Studio | Saturday (3/14) at 7:00 PM – This pirate-themed murder mystery dinner brings improv hijinks to Arts for All in Melbourne, with dinner included for $30 per person. Show up garbed like a proper buccaneer, enjoy the beer and wine cash bar, and sleuth through nautical nonsense without sweating your timbers.
🛠 DIY Spring Porch Leaner Workshop @ Twin Rivers Local Vintage | Sunday (3/15) at 11:30 AM – Give your porch some spring curb appeal with a DIY wood leaner you make yourself, hosted by Christine from Eight99 Design Co. No experience needed, all supplies included, and it is $55. Only six spots, claim yours, humble-brag to the mail carrier all spring.
🏆 Women Who Rock Awards & Reception 2026 @ Hilton Melbourne Rialto Place | Wednesday (3/18) at 4:00 PM – Ready to cheer for the women who actually keep the Space and Treasure Coasts running? An awards bash that rolls into a reception with networking, not LinkedIn lurking, honoring standouts in small business, mentorship, STEM, caregiving, and community service. Use code EARLYBIRD for $10 off.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Melbourne report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 87°F – Low: 66°F – Precip: 24%
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 5pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8pm and 11pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 66. North northwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
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Tomorrow – High: 78°F – Low: 67°F – Precip: 30%
A slight chance of rain showers before 8am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8am and 2pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 78. East northeast wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: A chance of rain showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 67. East northeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
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