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Hey Port St. Lucie, hope your week’s off to a good start! In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Shark sightings spark debate, Costco solar microgrid, and free salsa and bachata lessons + lots of fun things to do for free.
Your insurance won't cover a $12,000 HVAC bill: If your furnace quits before it warms up, your homeowners insurance will tell you it's a "maintenance issue" and wish you luck. Insurance covers sudden disasters. It doesn't cover the systems that wear out over time, and those are the expensive ones. A home warranty is built for exactly this. HVAC, water heater, appliances, plumbing, electrical... all covered for less than $1/day with no age restrictions on what's covered. You call, they send a tech, you pay a service fee. They handle the rest. This one's $150 off right now.* |
01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Costco expands energy resilience: Trinity Energy said it is installing a solar and battery microgrid at Costco’s Port St. Lucie distribution center, powering refrigeration, HVAC and EV charging during outages while supporting net-zero goals -- see the microgrid setup.
Shark sightings spark debate: Anglers on the Treasure Coast hooked and released 12-foot shark, while a hammerhead washed ashore in Jupiter. A shark expert suspected a great white, but NOAA says encounters remain unlikely -- read the full story.
Fiscal plan takes shape: Gov. Ron DeSantis signed Florida’s $117.6 billion 2026-27 budget, citing a fourth straight year of lower spending after $810 million in vetoes, continuing record investments in education, infrastructure, and conservation -- see the budget vetoes.
The bill all retirees should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half -- this free comparison tool makes it easy.*
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An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial walk-in-the-door fee to x-rays, surgery, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could save thousands on your next vet bill with Lemonade*. Highlights this week: |
02 — From our sponsor Your insurance won't cover a $12,000 HVAC billIf your furnace quits before it warms up, your homeowners insurance will tell you it's a "maintenance issue" and wish you luck. Insurance covers sudden disasters. It doesn't cover the systems that wear out over time, and those are the expensive ones. A home warranty is built for exactly this. HVAC, water heater, appliances, plumbing, electrical... all covered for less than $1/day with no age restrictions on what's covered. You call, they send a tech, you pay a service fee. They handle the rest. This one's $150 off right now.* |
03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Hands-on local culture: From art exhibits and creative workshops to talks, concerts, and even car-centric events, Elliott Museum keeps things surprisingly fun and hands-on. Swing by this week if you want something low-fuss yet inspiring, and leave with fresh conversation starters about local history you’ll actually want to share.
Pickleball paradise, anyone?: Whispering Pines Park keeps the whole crew moving with 24 lit pickleball courts and a full slate of tennis and pickleball programs, plus a skating rink, fields for pickup games, and a playground that burns energy fast. A laid-back, go-anytime spot for weekday sanity.
BBQ worth the napkins: Jones Old School BBQ keeps it real with fall-off-the-bone spare ribs, juicy brisket, pulled pork, and smoked chicken plus homemade fixins that taste like Sunday. Family-run since 2012 and still all smoke, no gimmicks... your midweek craving officially has a happy place.
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04 — Our recommendations
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Home insurance premiums jumped 12% last year alone: That's on top of years of increases that have outpaced inflation. Before you blindly renew with your current insurer, a free comparison tool matches your home with top-rated insurers so you can see quotes side by side, in about two minutes. Some homeowners find hundreds in savings, and if you don't find a better policy, you stay put knowing you checked. *See your options →
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05 — The event calendar Free events worth checking outFree things to do in the coming days and weeks. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🧠 Trivia Nation @ Duffy's Sports Grill | Thursday (8/6) at 6:00 PM – Duffy’s South is hosting weekly Trivia Nation with $100 in prizes, free to play, and bragging rights that travel fast in PSL. Think Jeopardy energy without the tux, team up with friends, co-workers, or that neighbor who treats 80s trivia like a pension.
💃 Friday Latin Night!! Salsa & Bachata lessons & Social @ Centered Wellness and Yoga | Friday (8/7) at 7:00 PM – Friday night at Centered Wellness & Yoga means salsa, bachata, and a free social, no partner needed. Think beginner friendly, welcoming, and way more fun than the gym. Basically therapy with a better soundtrack and someone else doing the counting.
🏋 Free Student Weightlifting Saturday @ Iron Knight Gym | Saturday (8/8) at 9:00 AM – Let the kids lift something heavier than their backpacks at Iron Knight Gym, where student athletes from the Treasure Coast and Okeechobee get free coaching every Saturday morning. New to weightlifting or chasing cleaner technique, they will get patient cues, solid fundamentals, and bragging rights.
🥬 Port Saint Lucie Green Market: Summer Series @ MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Event Center | Sunday (8/9) at 9:00 AM – Craving a breezy errand that feels like an outing? Port Saint Lucie’s newest open-air green market is free, weekly, and gloriously local, with produce, treats, and neighborly chatter. Bring the kids, bring the dog, bring patience for running into everyone you know.
🥕 Neighborhood Farmer’s Market @ Neighborhood Farmers Market at Tradition Square | Sunday (8/9) at 9:00 AM – Sunday mornings call for a lazy lap around Tradition Square, coffee in hand, pretending you only came for “a few things.” Support the folks who keep this town delicious, browse produce that actually tastes like something, and bump into three neighbors, minimum.
🎶 Cover to Cover Band @ Downtown Stuart | Sunday (8/9) at 1:00 PM – Cover to Cover Band brings free Sunday music to Rock'n Riverwalk in Historic Downtown Stuart. Browse Market on Main, support the locals, and then claim a shady seat, sip something cold, and, if parking karma misbehaves, the free tram will still treat you kindly.
🧘 Free Youth Yoga - Ages 9-16 @ Down to Earth Yoga and Wellness | Sunday (8/9) at 1:15 PM – Summer break calls for free yoga for the kids, ages 9 to 16, at Down To Earth Yoga Studio, courtesy of kind neighbors. They get mindfulness and movement, you get a pocket of blessed quiet, and everyone stretches something besides screen time. Registration required.
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07 — Port St. Lucie report Weather forecastToday — High: 91°F — Low: 74°F — Precip: 56%
Showers and thunderstorms likely after 2pm. Partly sunny. High near 91, with temperatures falling to around 83 in the afternoon. South southwest wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: Showers and thunderstorms likely before 8pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 74. Southeast wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Tomorrow — High: 90°F — Low: 76°F — Precip: 72%
Rain showers likely between 8am and 11am, then showers and thunderstorms likely between 11am and 2pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely between 2pm and 5pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly sunny, with a high near 90. East wind 0 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. Later: Showers and thunderstorms likely before 8pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8pm and 2am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 76. East wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. This house is wildThis Rocky Point waterfront property offers wide-water views, no HOA, and plenty of space for boats and toys, all just moments from Stuart Inlet and Manatee Pocket. The home includes three upstairs bedrooms, a large downstairs bonus room, and sweeping views toward Jupiter Island Preserve and the Hutchinson Island Bridge.
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