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Hey Wellington, hope your week’s off to a good start! In today’s edition: Beachfront seawall plans, Pigsty BBQ’s return, and a Mötley Crüe tribute concert + fun things to do for free & local fundraisers worth checking out this week.
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.
Beachfront protection plans move ahead: Palm Beach Town Council approved about $1.4 million to design a new Midtown Beach seawall replacing a century-old barrier, with unexpected construction costs shared between the contractor and town -- read the full story.
A family-friendly fundraiser: Feeding South Florida will host the Outrun Hunger 5K at Okeeheelee Park on Sept. 19, with a Kids Zone, vendors, awards and a raffle, and each registration provides 120 meals -- learn how to join in.
New chapter for a local favorite: Boynton Beach favorite Pigsty BBQ will reopen later this month in downtown Boynton Beach near the Intracoastal, 1.5 miles from its former spot after closing amid construction and economic pressures -- read the full story.
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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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Argentina in Wellington: Craving a pause that actually tastes like something? EntreCampos Argentinian Bites is pouring a smooth Colombian house blend and fun specials like pistachio lattes and dulce de leche chai, alongside legit medialunas, alfajores, and empanadas, plus Italian gelato for the sweet finish your week deserves.
Weekend plans, sorted: The Bungalow Bar & Grill - Boynton Beach brings tropical cocktails, live music, karaoke, and a laid-back weekend brunch to your rotation under the palms, with comfort food sporting a coastal twist… think wings, fried chicken and waffles, and other flavor-heavy bites that make weeknights feel like vacation.
Upgrade your kitchen game: Lifetime Kitchen is the spot for serious knives, quality cookware, legit coffee gear, and flavor-boosting olive oils that actually earn their counter space. Pop in this week to feel the handles, compare edges, and leave with tools that make Tuesday dinner feel a little more chef-y.
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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.
🏆 One Piece Weekly Tournament @ Double Infinity Gaming (Royal Palm Beach) | Tuesday (8/4) at 7:30 PM – Brush up your pirate swagger at the weekly One Piece card showdown, free to enter, bragging rights included. Expect two bucks per head in a winner take all pot, so sharpen your deck, sip something cold, and relive your Saturday-morning glory with better snacks.
🚶 Walk in Wednesday @ All Ways Caring HomeCare – Palm Springs, Florida | Wednesday (8/5) at 9:00 AM – Think your bedside manner is legendary, and your paperwork game solid? Wednesdays are walk-in, on-the-spot caregiver interviews, HHA help if you need it, for folks with CNA, HHA, LPN, or RN creds, plus I-9, CPR, TB, background check, and AHCA prints.
🃏 Poker Night @ WOB Bar & Kitchen Royal Palm Beach | Wednesday (8/5) at 6:30 PM – Wednesday nights are for cards, not chores. Lucky Leppy's League hosts a free-to-join tournament with happy hour prices all night, nightly gift cards, monthly tournament vouchers, and chip ups when you order food or drinks, so your nachos might actually improve your odds.
🏴 One Piece Weekly Locals @ Double Infinity Gaming (Royal Palm Beach) | Sunday (8/9) at 2:30 PM – One Piece Weekly Locals is dealing out friendly pirate skirmishes, free to enter, with every player tossing $2 into the pot and first place walking off with the treasure. Think low-stakes swagger, high-stakes bragging rights, and plenty of deck shuffling therapy.
🎸 Summer Concert Series - The Dirtt | Mötley Crüe Tribute @ Wellington Amphitheater | Saturday (8/22) at 6:30 PM – If your inner 80s rebel has behaved too long, The Dirtt brings a full-throttle Mötley Crüe tribute to the amphitheater for the Summer Concert Series. Expect big hooks, bigger hair, and a crowd that actually knows the words, plus plenty of air guitar.
🎸 Summer Concert Series - The Dirtt | Mötley Crüe Tribute @ Wellington Amphitheater | Saturday (8/29) at 6:30 PM – This Summer Concert Series set brings The Dirtt, a full-throttle Mötley Crüe tribute, to the amphitheater. Expect big hooks, bigger hair, and just enough pyrotechnic attitude to feel young, loud, and sassy again. Bring lawn chairs, not your 1989 decisions. ✨ Upcoming local fundraisers⛳ End of Summer Mix & Mingle Scramble @ Wellington National Golf Club | Saturday (8/8) at 2:45 PM – Trade the summer to-do list for a relaxed scramble where the ladies, their guests, and anyone with a halfway-cooperative 7-iron are welcome, no membership required. Expect friendly foursomes, light guidance, and laughs, plus food and bubbly, all supporting the Wellington Ladies Golf Club Foundation.
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07 — Wellington report Weather forecastToday — High: 92°F — Low: 76°F — Precip: 47%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Mostly cloudy. High near 92, with temperatures falling to around 86 in the afternoon. Heat index values as high as 105. South wind around 5 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 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Tomorrow — High: 91°F — Low: 78°F — Precip: 60%
Showers and thunderstorms likely between 8am and 2pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly sunny, with a high near 91. East wind 1 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. Later: Showers and thunderstorms likely before 2am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 78. East wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. This house is wildThis expansive two-story Paddock Park home delivers 6,193 square feet of finished space, 6 bedrooms, and 4.5 bathrooms on over an acre in Wellington. Four oversized garages, including two with AC, add serious flexibility for cars, hobbies, or storage. With a standout price per square foot and generous seller funding options, it brings space and value together.
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