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Good morning, Port St. Lucie! In today’s edition: Rock of Ages returns, a star-studded Jim Crane Celebrity Classic, She Loves Me on stage, and more. Let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
Broadway favorite hits Stuart: Rock of Ages returns to Barn Theatre for a tribute to classic rock, featuring hits from Journey and Styx, plus a love story at a threatened club. Tickets are $45 — read the full story.
A blueprint for progress: Port St. Lucie Mayor Shannon M. Martin’s 2025 State of the City will be presented via video, spotlighting collaboration, innovation, public awareness, and the city’s role in the country’s future — read the full story.
Latest fuel cost snapshot: Stacker analysis shows how Florida gas prices changed last week, naming West Palm Beach-Boca Raton most expensive, noting Naples at $2.92, and listing Oklahoma, Iowa, and Colorado as lows — read the full analysis.
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.
Protect your nest egg: Savvy investors are turning to gold amidst today’s inflation, national debt, and market uncertainty for a reason. It holds its value when everything else feels shaky. Case in point: it’s up ~62% since this month last year. If you’re curious about adding it and other precious metals to your portfolio, American Hartford has a super helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free, and definitely worth a read — check it out here.
*We do our best to avoid paywalled articles. If any slip through, let me know which ones and I’ll permanently remove them from our source list!
Highlights this week:
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🫶 We got your back
Inside a star-studded fundraiser: The first annual Jim Crane Celebrity Classic charity event, presented by James Hardie, will be held January 24 to 26 at Floridian National Golf Club. Hosted by the Astros Foundation and G-Unity Foundation, it features Ne-Yo performing the National Anthem, 20 Hall of Famers, and a Celebrity Golf Classic. Get all the details.
Make your place beachy: Whether you’re swapping a sofa or refreshing a corner, Treasure Coast Home & Decor offers coastal furniture, lighting, art, and rugs, plus boutique-level design help and custom touches, so rooms feel breezy without seashell overload.
Stuart-made cider fix: When you want something crisp without leaving town, Frazier Creek Brewing & Distilling Co. pours hard cider alongside its beers and spirits, the first brewstillery, winery, and cidery in Martin County, at the gateway to Historic Downtown. Quietly stellar, pleasantly local… a go-to for cider fans.
Thinning hair? Same: I’ve been shedding a lot, and recently noticed my ponytail feeling thinner. After way too much panic-Googling, I discovered Keranique’s hair regrowth system. Everything with them is surprisingly easy: no quizzes, no pills, no choosing between dozens of products. Just grab the kit and follow the instructions. The best part? It’s $75 off right now, you’ll get three free gifts, AND you’ll get your money back if you don’t love the results.
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📆 Around town this week
All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
This week
🚶 New Years Nature Hike @ Mapp Creek Preserve | Wednesday (1/7) at 9:00 AM – Kick off the year with a nature hike at Mapp Creek Preserve, because nothing says fresh start like dirt on your boots. Expect crisp air, winter greens, and smug satisfaction, plus a pace friendly to knees, conversation, and that second cup of coffee.
🎶 Sister Sadie @ The Lyric Theatre | Friday (1/9) at 7:00 PM – An all-female bluegrass powerhouse that turned a Station Inn jam into a Grammy-nominated juggernaut, they bring harmonies that hush a room, and pickin’ sharp enough to slice through small talk. Sister Sadie blends tradition, nerve, and joy. Consider it quality time you can clap to.
🎭 She Loves Me @ Treasure Coast Theatre | Friday (1/9) at 8:00 PM – Think You’ve Got Mail before the internet, with better melodies, and actual charm. Treasure Coast Theatre brings the Tony-winning She Loves Me, where feuding perfume clerks trade anonymous love letters, spar, swoon, and stumble into the right arms. Classic romance, sharp wit, local night out.
This weekend
🛍 Community Swap Meet @ John B. Park Sports Complex | Saturday (1/10) at 7:00 AM – This free community swap meet corrals dozens of vendors selling new and used goods from guitars and jewelry to clothes and sports equipment. Think of it as the neighborhood yard sale, bigger, better organized, and with less awkward small talk.
🐦 Adult Intro to Birding Classes @ Pelican Island Audubon Society | Saturday (1/10) at 8:30 AM – Whether you still call everything a duck or you’ve earned a binocular tan, this intro birding class with Alexis Peralta unpacks the mysteries. Slow the pace, sharpen your ears, and turn neighborhood strolls into brag-worthy sightings, hot coffee, and surprisingly zen mornings.
🌿 Take a Walk on the Wild Side @ North Jupiter Flatwoods Natural Area | Sunday (1/11) at 10:00 AM – Think you know your backyard blooms? This guided wander gets you up close with local flora, camera in hand, curiosity engaged, and hiking boots required, plus a surprise or two. Expect Latin names, and the thrill of spotting something not in your yard.
🍎 The Snow White Variety Show @ Community Center | Sunday (1/11) at 12:00 PM – Trade your Netflix queue for a playful, modern twist on Snow White over on Airoso, a variety show that actually earns the word community. Expect laughs, heart, and a few glass-slipper surprises, and your ticket supports real inclusion, local arts, and your neighbors.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Port St. Lucie report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 79°F – Low: 57°F – Precip: 11%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 79. West southwest wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 57. South southwest wind 0 to 5 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 80°F – Low: 58°F – Precip: 2%
Sunny, with a high near 80. West southwest wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 58. South southwest wind around 0 mph.
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