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Rise and shine, Vero Beach!
In today’s planning-your-week edition: Cleveland Clinic and Florida Blue deal, Conor Knighton’s national parks talk, and Under The Oaks art show + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Vero Beach protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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đź“° In the news
Agreement ends coverage uncertainty: Cleveland Clinic and Florida Blue settled a dispute with a multi-year deal, keeping Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital and facilities in Martin and Tradition in-network and averting March 1 disruption — get all the details.
Customer-first approach gains momentum: After moving from New York, the new owner of Indian River Stone & Gravel rebranded Mountain Stone & Gravel in Vero Beach, serving homeowners and contractors and planning community involvement — see what’s planned next.
Family fun meets tradition: St. Lucie County Fair ends today, mixing carnival rides, livestock shows, and an agriculture showcase spotlighting local youth and community leaders, with classic fair food and live performances — 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.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Culture on the island: Need a brain refresh that isn’t another beach walk? Vero Beach Museum of Art keeps it local and lively with original exhibitions, hands-on classes, and dynamic programs. It turns 40 in 2026… a milestone that makes becoming a regular feel less like a plan and more like a perk.
Stash upgrade, anyone? At Quilts and Lace, find bolts for days, a crew fluent in selvage and fat quarter, and classes for UFOs that need a nudge. When your project pile calls, expect inspiration… and maybe a new presser foot. Friendly, fun, and fabric-forward, creativity stays humming.
Retro comfort craving: If breakfast is your love language and retro kitsch fuels your day, Mrs. Mac’s Fillin’ Station dishes hearty morning plates, griddled burgers, and throwback charm that makes errands feel like a mini field trip. Booths buzz with friends and coffee, and Vero nostalgia rides shotgun.
What doctors wish every 65+ adult had at home: Physicians call it “long-lie,” and it’s the real reason falls are so dangerous for older adults. It’s not a broken bone… it’s lying on the floor for hours waiting for someone to notice. We dug into the options that actually solve this problem, and one stood out. See which one →
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📆 Our favorite events this week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🌍 International Lecture Series @ Vero Beach Museum of Art | Monday (3/9) at 4:30 PM – CBS Sunday Morning’s Conor Knighton shares stories from Leave Only Footprints, his yearlong sprint through every national park, from Acadia to Zion. It’s armchair adventure with sharp storytelling, unexpected characters, and zero blisters, plus a nudge to finally dust off that park pass.
🚶 Historic Downtown Vero Beach Walking Tour @ Pocahontas Park | Wednesday (3/11) at 10:00 AM – Stretch your legs and Vero trivia on a historic stroll down 14th Avenue with Vero Heritage VP Barbara Secor. These buildings tell stories older than your HOA, tour starts at the Citrus Museum. Twenty bucks, good company, and benefits Heritage Center and Citrus Museum.
🎨 Foxy Hat Paint Party @ American Icon Brewery | Wednesday (3/11) at 6:00 PM – Your walls have enough art, let’s class up your head. Paint a vegan suede fedora, pre-engraved with a hand-burned design, beginner friendly, and stress-free. Sixty bucks covers the hat and supplies, just pre-pay, pick your color, and call it a gift if you must.
🍷 Wine Tasting @ ABC Fine Wine & Spirits | Thursday (3/12) at 5:30 PM – Weeknight calls for a glass or three, so swing by Vero Beach East ABC for an in-store premium wine tasting. Sip curated pours, chat with fellow grape and cocktail fans, and let someone else decide what pairs with dinner, the sea breeze, and your patience.
🎷 The Steely Dan Project @ The Emerson Center | Thursday (3/12) at 7:00 PM – Think you know every lick on Aja? The Steely Dan Project brings a faithful, horn-polished tribute to The Emerson Center, mixing deep cuts and the hits, all smooth, sly, and studio-tight. Park the golf cart, come reelin’ in the years, and do it again.
🎨 75th Annual Under The Oaks Fine Arts & Crafts Show @ Riverside Park | Friday (3/13) at 5:00 AM – Toast 75 years of Vero’s juried art tradition under the oaks at Riverside Park, with 200 artists, fine crafts, and that brag-worthy dappled shade. Stroll, chat with makers, and pretend you wandered in, then go home with something beautiful, a story, and zero buyer’s remorse.
💉 Free Rabies Vaccine Event @ Community Veterinary Clinic | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Nothing says responsible pet parenting like free rabies shots, and the annual clinic makes it painless. No RSVP, just show up with your furry sidekick. Want to skip the line? Print the form they post the week of, bring a pen, and breeze through.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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đź“» Vero Beach report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 83°F – Low: 66°F – Precip: 16%
A slight chance of rain showers after 2pm. Sunny, with a high near 83. South wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 66. Southeast wind 0 to 10 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 83°F – Low: 66°F – Precip: 6%
Patchy fog before 9am. Sunny, with a high near 83. Southeast wind 0 to 10 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 66. East southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
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