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Hey The Acreage, hope your week’s off to a good start! In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Retail expansion, an Outrun Hunger 5K, and a pool home with a slide + 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.
Retail expansion continues: Birkenstock opened a new West Palm Beach store, one of two U.S. openings that raise its company-owned total to 22, signaling continued expansion despite a year-over-year profit dip -- read the full story.
Office skyline taking shape: Construction is progressing on 10 and 15 CityPlace in downtown West Palm Beach, with four cranes driving vertical work. The towers target 2027 completion and about one million square feet -- see the latest progress updates.
Family fun for a cause: Feeding South Florida will host the Outrun Hunger 5K at Okeeheelee Park on Saturday, Sept. 19, with a Kids Zone and family activities, and each registration provides 120 meals -- get all the details.
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.*
Watch your credit card balance drop. Here's a rare one: this card lets you skip interest charges until nearly 2028, and you won't pay a cent in annual fees to do it. On top of that, every purchase earns at least 1.5% cash back, with some categories as high as 5%. Spend a little early on and there's up to a $200 bonus waiting too -- take a look.*
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.
Upgrade your stovetop game: Over at the Mall at Wellington Green, Lifetime Kitchen packs seriously good cookware, clever utensils that actually solve problems, and quality oils that make simple things taste special. Perfect excuse to retire that warped pan, refresh your setup, or grab a gift for the home cook on your block.
Chic yard upgrades: Devonshire of Palm Beach is an Antique English Garden Shop curating fountains, armillary spheres, Moroccan pottery, rattan, lighting, and art from Morocco, Italy, France, England, and beyond. Swing by to find a statement planter or those Italian Tall Palm Tree Prints your Acreage patio didn’t know it needed.
Sweet and savory escape: EntreCampos Argentinian Bites is your slowdown spot for classic medialunas, alfajores, and rogel, plus savory empanadas and miga sandwiches. Pair it with a pistachio latte, dulce de leche chai, or fresh OJ, then finish with Italian gelato for a mini escape to Buenos Aires.
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04 — Our recommendations
We got your backA handful of products and services we think are worth a look.
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Stiff necks start on flat pillows: You've slept on both arms, both sides, stacked two pillows, thrown one on the floor, and the stiffness keeps finding you, because every position ends on the same pillow that can't hold your neck. This one can: shaped to keep your neck in line however you sleep, with gentle traction through the night. If it doesn't earn its spot in 30 nights, it goes back free. *Take the 30-night test, 50% off →
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 →
The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →
The upgrades that make your home feel new again start here: You don't need a full remodel to fall back in love with your space. New fixtures, a fresh coat of paint, updated hardware, the small changes that make a room feel different. It's all in one place, so a weekend is all it takes to give a tired room a fresh start. *Shop the refresh → |
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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.
🏆 One Piece Weekly Tournament @ Double Infinity Gaming (Royal Palm Beach) | Tuesday (8/4) at 7:30 PM – Brush up your pirate swagger. It’s the weekly One Piece tournament, free to enter, $2 per head into the prize pool, and first place takes it all. Expect sharp decks, friendly heckling, and just enough swashbuckling energy to make you feel 20 again.
🃏 Poker Night @ WOB Bar & Kitchen Royal Palm Beach | Wednesday (8/5) at 6:30 PM – Wednesday nights call for cards, cocktails, camaraderie, and a little friendly bluffing. This free tournament league, hosted by Lucky Leppy's League, deals happy hour prices all night, chip ups with food or drink, nightly gift cards, and monthly tournament vouchers.
❓ Trivia Nation @ Duffy's Sports Grill (Palm Beach Gardens) | Thursday (8/6) at 6:30 PM – Think you know your state capitals, 80s hooks, and weird animal facts? Duffy’s Northlake runs free team trivia with Trivia Nation, where locals trade smug grins and chase $100 in prizes each week. Bring your best ringer, or adopt a stray teammate at the bar.
🏴 One Piece Weekly Locals @ Double Infinity Gaming (Royal Palm Beach) | Sunday (8/9) at 2:30 PM – If your inner pirate still has some fight, shuffle a deck at the One Piece weekly locals. Entry is free, everyone tosses in two bucks into the pot, winner takes all. Low stakes, high bragging rights, and enough chaos to feel young again.
🌿 Fl Native Plant Society - Conservation Group - Mounts Botanical @ Mounts Botanical Garden (West Palm Beach) | Friday (8/21) at 6:30 PM – The Florida Native Plant Society meets at Mounts Botanical Garden auditorium in West Palm for smart talk on landscaping that belongs here and survives August. Swap tips on ditching thirsty turf, wooing pollinators, and outwitting invasives, then feel smug about your yard and your bill.
👵 Palm Beach County Senior Expo @ Palm Beach County Convention Center (West Palm Beach) | Thursday (9/17) at 10:00 AM – Finally, an expo where the swag lowers your cholesterol. At the Palm Beach County Convention Center, a free Senior Expo packs in local resources for you and the family, prize drawings, refreshments, and health screenings that beat consulting Dr. Google.
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07 — The Acreage report Weather forecastToday — High: 93°F — Low: 76°F — Precip: 45%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Partly sunny. High near 93, with temperatures falling to around 87 in the afternoon. Heat index values as high as 106. South wind 2 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Later: Showers and thunderstorms likely before 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 76. Southeast wind 1 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Tomorrow — High: 91°F — Low: 77°F — Precip: 59%
Showers and thunderstorms likely between 8am and 2pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly sunny, with a high near 91. East wind 2 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. Later: Showers and thunderstorms likely before 2am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 77. East wind 5 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. This house is wildThis 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath pool home blends luxury and practicality on nearly 1.5 acres. The open kitchen shines with granite counters, white shaker cabinets, and a big island, while the courtyard stuns with a saltwater pool, slide, heated spa, grill bar, and jacuzzi. An in-law suite, office, loft, EV garage, and whole-home generator seal the deal.
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