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Hello Vero Beach! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. 

In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Coastal day trips, an annual metal detecting hunt, and an oceanfront penthouse + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.

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.

📰 In the news

Ribbon-cutting draws local leaders: Indian River County unveiled the new Fire Station 7 on State Road 60 west of I-95, a 9,035-square-foot, three-bay station finished on schedule and under budget to improve emergency response — get all the details.

Expanding access to women’s health: Promise Fund hosts a free mammography screening day in Stuart tomorrow, March 11, at Florida Community Health Centers and Florida Department of Health, with another event planned for May 13 — see when and where.

Coastal escapes for every vibe: This spring break, a recent guide highlights easy day trips close to Vero Beach, from Walton Rocks Beach and Savannas Preserve boardwalks to Stuart’s shoreline and polished Naples — read the full guide.

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:

• All levels painting class with Christine
• Discuss American landscape art with docents
• Craft art-inspired cocktails with mixologists
• Unlock clinical-level wellness data from home

💎 Local business spotlight

When only pie will do: That tart-smooth Key Lime Pie at Ocean Grill is a local habit that sneaks up on you, then haunts your sweet tooth. Baked in-house daily with real key lime juice and a graham crust, it’s the perfect end to the week…or any meal.

Bring the blooms home: When a room needs an instant lift, Artistic First Florist delivers hand-crafted arrangements with same-day service from a family-run Vero Beach shop since 1963. Think kitchen-counter color pops, surprise thank-yous, or a little self-care on the table… cheerful stems, zero fuss.

Chalk up and breathe easy: Test your grip on fresh problems, rope up with a buddy, or let the kids loose in the color-splashed zone. On The Edge Rock Climbing delivers easygoing community energy that makes weeknights fly and weekends feel earned, with routes for every mood and a vibe that sticks.

These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.

🫶 We got your back

Your data is for sale right now: There are over 400 websites selling your info to marketers, political campaigns, and scammers. They’ve got your phone number, home address, relatives’ names… you name it. That’s how robocallers seem to know everything about you before you pick up. You can remove your info one site at a time, or pay a service to do it for you. Here’s what we recommend →

Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →

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 →

Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Check out my favorite online options →

📆 Fun for the whole fam

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🚶 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.

🧺 Farmers Market Oceanside @ Farmers Market | Saturday (3/14) at 8:00 AM – This oceanside farmers market is peak Vero: fresh produce, local citrus, seafood, flowers, and vendors who remember your name before your coffee kicks in. Stroll the stalls, catch a sea breeze, and pretend you only came for tomatoes, not the pastries, plants, and chatty neighbors.

🕵 2026 TCAS Annual Metal Detecting Hunt @ Kiwanis-Hobart Park | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Dig into the 38th annual metal detecting hunt, a full day of friendly competitions, a silver hunt, vendors, and lunch included. Free kids hunt for 12 and under, plus raffles for an Equinox 900, a 50/50, and a Reale, because treasure hunting beats yard work.

🎻 Once Upon an Orchestra: The Strings @ Vero Beach Museum of Art | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Once Upon an Orchestra is bringing The Princess and the Pea to Vero Beach Art Museum with a narrator, props, and a Space Coast Symphony string quartet. Kid-friendly, adult-tolerable. Try the instruments, channel your favorite character, and claim your royal photo-op.

🎭 Playtime in the Park @ Riverside Theatre – Loop Stage | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Round up the littles, Riverside Theatre’s Loop Stage is serving free mini shows under the oaks that clock in at 20 to 30 minutes. Expect singing, laughter, and storytelling for ages 2 to 5 that still charm grownups, no tickets, just snacks and wonder.

🚂 Eastern Model Railroad Meet @ Indian River County Main Library | Monday (3/16) at 10:00 AM – Whether you’ve run consists since brass was king or simply enjoy tiny trains, this meet features a T-Track display and clinics on design, TT & TO, and layout planning. Lunch included, $12.50 donation, RSVP required, no walk-ins. Bring a module if you’ve got one.

👶 Museum Stories for Babies & Toddlers @ Vero Beach Museum of Art | Tuesday (3/17) at 9:30 AM – Wednesday mornings, the Vero Beach Museum of Art hosts a baby and toddler takeover in the Art Zone, with stories, singing, dancing, and make-a-mess art. Bring the grandkid, the wipes, and your patience. It is wholesome chaos, and totally worth it.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Vero Beach report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 83°F – Low: 66°F – Precip: 1%

Patchy fog before 10am. Sunny, with a high near 83. South southeast wind 0 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 66. South southeast wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 87°F – Low: 67°F – Precip: 33%

A chance of rain showers between 2pm and 5pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. South southwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8pm and 11pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 11pm and 5am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 67. Northwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.

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