Happy Friday, Port St. Lucie. Hope you had a great Thanksgiving! In today’s edition: Buc-ee’s coming to Tallahassee, a doo-wop sing-along, a family-friendly hike and craft, and more. Let’s get to it!

— Cait Baker

📰 In the news

Cult-favorite chain expands footprint: Buc-ee’s is officially coming to Tallahassee, planning a 75,000-square-foot store with 120 pumps, 795 parking spots, and EV chargers. Groundbreaking is expected in early 2026 with an anticipated 2027 opening — get all the details.

From education to enforcement: Martin County deputies have begun cracking down on unsafe e-bike riding after a street takeover on Mapp Road, issuing criminal citations, seizing bikes, and installing new rules signage — get all the details.

Community rallying for recovery: Mark Garwood Foundation’s ninth annual Shoot for the Moon in Palm City raised more than $200,000 for Phoenix Scholarships and introduced ten 2026 recipients, each receiving a $5,000 grant — read the full story.

Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175 per 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.

Scams are rampant: Last week, my step-dad got a call from someone pretending to be his grandson, all beat up and asking for bail money. They knew his grandson’s name, how old he is, and what city he lives in. How? Data brokers. They sell your info to anyone willing to pay for it (yup… anyone). Incogni removes your info from all of those sites so scammers can’t use it against you. Annual plans are 55% off until Sunday — check it out here.

Highlights this week

• Learn bonsai basics over craft beer
• Carnival birthday bash supports tuition-free college
• Sip festive cocktails at Harbourside Ski Lodge
• Meet Santa at the tree lighting
• Holiday dance show with Santa photos
• Need new windows? Check out RBA’s latest deals
• Pet parents: Don’t miss Chewy’s Black Friday sale

🫶 We got your back

Protecting a vital estuary: Indian Riverkeeper, featured in TCPalm’s Giving Days, is seeking a new or gently used triple-axle boat trailer (30-foot, 12,000-pound capacity). A donated Grady-White patrol boat now needs a trailer to cut travel time across the 156-mile Indian River Lagoon and meet insurance rules during tropical storms. Learn how you can help.

Boosting local ecosystem awareness: TCPalm’s Giving Days is spotlighting Friends of the Everglades, which is raising money for two weatherproof trail cameras at Halpatiokee Regional Park. The footage will showcase wildlife in the Florida Wildlife Corridor and help locals see how the Everglades reaches the Treasure Coast. Donate through Friends of the Everglades to pitch in. See how to donate.

Need a crate-dig fix: Settle into couches, sip coffee, and flip through stacks at Sounds Good Music. Vinyl, CDs, and cassettes mingle with unexpected gems that refresh your listening corner. This neighborhood spot has kept collections spinning for 20+ years…and it still feels like a friend’s living room.

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📆 Around town this weekend

All events are subject to change without notice. This is entirely outside our control. Please check official event pages and social media for the most up to date information.

Today

🦃 The Day After Thanksgiving @ Tradition Square | Friday (11/28) at 5:00pm – Ditch the doorbusters and wander a cozy night market instead, complete with food trucks, live tunes, and festive sips. Browse local vendors, kickstart your holiday shopping, and pretend you’re walking off that second (okay, third) slice of pie.

📼 “Digital Roots” EP Release 80s Costume Party @ Guanabanas Island Restaurant and Bar | Friday (11/28) at 8:00pm – Dig out the neon and big hair, and join Roots Shakedown for the Digital Roots EP release, an 80s costume bash. With Stony Fools, plus DJ Brady Beats and the Token Girl, expect sanctioned nostalgia, better sound, and the same questionable fashion choices.

This weekend

🎶 Live Music with Leo Von @ Spiro’s Taverna of St. Lucie West | Saturday (11/29) at 5:00pm – Make Saturdays sound better with Leo Von’s live set, a weekly staple that pairs nicely with a decent pour and adult conversation. Think tight tunes, zero pretense, and just enough groove to remind your knees they still work. See you there, creature of habit.

🎵 Shaboom @ The Saints Pub | Saturday (11/29) at 6:30pm – Shaboom brings buttery doo-wop harmonies, 50s and 60s sing-alongs, and a dash of 70s dance floor sparkle, no time machine needed. Call it cardio disguised as nostalgia, grab your people, and let the chorus of oohs and ahhs do the heavy lifting.

🌿 Interpretive Scrub Hike With Florida Master Naturalist @ Hawk’s Bluff Trail | Sunday (11/30) at 9:00am – When the beach turns into a parking lot, trade flip-flops for sneakers and join a guided scrub hike with a Florida Master Naturalist in Jensen Beach. Expect sand pines, gopher tortoise burrows, and Florida scrub-jay gossip. Bring water, curiosity, and your best sun hat.

🎸 KillBillies @ The Gardens GreenMarket | Sunday (11/30) at 9:00am – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to turn your GreenMarket run into an outing, here it is. KillBillies bring foot-tapping folk roots to Gardens GreenMarket, all banjo, bass, and good vibes, so grab a tote, a snack, and get steps in before humidity wins.

🥾 Hike & Craft: Grassy Waters Rocks @ Grassy Waters Preserve | Sunday (11/30) at 1:00pm – Hit the Grassy Waters boardwalk for a guided stroll, spot Everglades critters and curious plants, then turn your findings into a rock you’ll be oddly proud of. It’s free and family friendly. Call 561-804-4985 to reserve, not on Facebook, and yes, space is limited.

Next week

🧠 Trivia Night @ City Diner of Stuart | Monday (12/1) at 7:30pm – Make Monday less Monday at City Diner of Stuart with free trivia, hearty portions, and the smug payoff for that one friend’s 80s TV knowledge. Bring your sharpest crew, chase gyros with milkshakes, and maybe nab a cut of the $100 prize.

🎤 Samantha Russell Duo @ Tiki 52 Bar & Grill | Tuesday (12/2) at 6:00pm – Nothing beats live tunes on a Tuesday when the Intracoastal does its sunset thing, and Tiki 52 pours a solid drink. The Samantha Russell Duo keeps it smooth enough for conversation, lively enough for toe taps, and the food is legit, not tourist bait.

🔢 Bingo Night @ Pirate’s Cove Resort & Marina | Tuesday (12/2) at 6:00pm – Tuesday nights at Pirate’s Cove are peak Old Florida, with marina breezes, clinking glasses, and bingo cards that feel luckier after a second drink. It’s free to play, prizes are real, and the menu covers seafood, burgers, and your better judgment.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

🎶 Live music & entertainment

• 11/28 Old Hippies @ Conchy Joe’s – 1 pm
• 12/3 Survey Says @ Tiki 52 – 7 pm
• 12/4 Music Bingo @ Harry and the Natives – 6:30 pm
• 12/5 Andrew Morris Band Trio @ Paddy Mac’s – 9 pm
• 12/6 A Spectacular Christmas @ Lyric Theatre – 2 pm
• 12/6 Santa Banana Con @ Hop Life Brewing – 7 pm
• 12/6 Brazilian Birthday Bash @ Fred Astaire Dance Studio – 7 pm
• 12/7 The Vibes Farm Solo @ Tiki 52 – 12 pm

🏠️ Price is right – Port St. Lucie edition

How it works: We’re going to give you some facts about a home for sale, including a picture of the outside, the kitchen, and one additional room. Your job? Guess how much it’s listed for (preferably before you click to find out).

Listed by: Susan A. Maxwell (RE/MAX of Stuart)

Contemporary waterfront showpiece with a gallery-clean vibe and an open plan that actually works. The European kitchen flexes an illuminated quartz island, extra-large Frigidaire refrigeration, and designer finishes. Primary suite stares straight at the river, closets dialed in like couture.

Impact glass, a crisp modern facade, and roll-down patio screens make indoor-outdoor life effortless, the whole-home softener keeps everything silky. Spa notes include an illuminated agate shell vanity. Out back, a boater’s playground with 20,000 and 9,000 lb lifts, a 1,500 lb jet ski lift, seawall, and big-sky sunsets.

Make your guess, then (and only then)… see how much it costs →