Today, Tuesday May 5th is both Cinco de Mayo and Taco Tuesday. Cinco de Mayo or May 5th, is an annual celebration to commemorate the Mexican Army’s victory over the French Empire at the Battle of Puebla on May 5th, 1862.  The Mexican Army was led under General Ignacio Zaragoza.

Cinco de Mayo is typically celebrated with tons of food, music, folkloric dancing, battle reenactments, parades and is honored and observed by many around the world. This year, mostly all Cinco de Mayo celebrations have been cancelled due to the pandemic but many local restaurants around northern Palm Beach County are open for take out for you to celebrate remotely. 

Papichulos Tacos: located at 1556 US Highway One, Jupiter

Calavera Cantina: located at 125 Dockside Circle,…

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In honor of National Nurses Day this week, May 6, 2020, Dunkin’ Donuts is showing its appreciation and support for these tireless heroes.  Dunkin’ Donuts is offering a free medium hot or iced coffee and a free donut to ALL healthcare workers, not just nurses, who visit participating Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants nationwide. No purchase necessary.

The frontline healthcare workers efforts are keeping us all as healthy and safe as can be.  The healthcare workers are at the forefront selflessly taking care of COVID-19 patients. They are at the occupational risk of getting exposed to the virus during their routine work in the hospitals, intensive care units, emergency rooms, triage, etc.  Without these selfless people, imagine where we would be.

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County Commissioners met last week to discuss reopening Martin County and the steps to take. The meeting was held Friday morning at The Blake Library in downtown Stuart.  

Starting today, Monday, May 4th, Martin County is reopening golf courses, boat ramps, parks and beaches, however Hobe Sound Beach will remain closed due to its close proximity to Palm Beach County where the beaches remain closed.  Bathtub Beach will also remain closed in Martin County. 

 In addition to all county parks, private and public golf courses and boat ramps opening racquet sports will be allowed at parks, pavilions will reopen but playgrounds will remain closed.  Boat ramps will be open for commercial or recreational use.

Anyone at those locations must abide by social…

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The managing company of Mizner Park, 327 Plaza Real, in Boca Raton is offering a FREE $20 Visa rewards card for every purchase of $50 or more for dining with participating vendors.   Participating restaurants in Mizner Park are Ruth’s Chris, Blue Fish, Villagio, Yard House, or Tanzy through May 31.

Mizner Park is renowned for the some of the finest shopping and dining set in a perfectly landscaped, park-like environment.  The landmark is in picturesque Boca Raton.   Mizner Park is managed by Brookfield Properties. Brookfield Properties operates corporate offices in New York City, Toronto, London, Sydney, and São Paulo and is respected as one of the top property management companies worldwide. 

  • To redeem, take a photo of your receipt and…

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A generous group of volunteers in Delray Beach offered additional support for the frontline healthcare workers at the Delray Medical Center, 5352 Linton Boulevard, Delray Beach. The hospital has served the South Palm Beach County community for 30 years as a 536-bed acute care hospital.  The medical center is a community hospital and a Level I Trauma Center.  The hospital offers highly specialized services such as neuroscience, oncology, cardiac care, orthopedics, rehabilitation and E.R.

As a sign of appreciation, this weekend volunteers in South Palm Beach County increased efforts to deliver about 100 care packages to healthcare workers at Delray Medical Center. The packages were filled with all the ingredients to prepare a healthy meal.…

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Good news from Infectious disease expert, Dr. Anthony Fauci.  Dr. Fauci spoke of the developments of  the trial examining an experimental drug medication for the coronavirus.   

Dr. Fauci has advised six Presidents on HIV/AIDS and many other domestic and global health issues. He was one of the principal architects of the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), a program that has saved millions of lives throughout the developing world.

A randomized controlled study of the worldwide trial of the drug Remdesivir.  It has resulted in "quite good news”. According to Dr. Fauci, results of the trial have indicated a shortening of the period patients experienced symptoms and potentially slightly reducing the mortality rate.  The White…

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Today, Martin County leaders will meet up and discuss the county’s next steps in reopening. County Commissioners are holding a meeting this morning at the Blake Library in downtown Stuart. 

The meeting today will review the state guidelines that Governor DeSantis laid out earlier this week about Florida’s plan to reopen in phases. The County Commissioners are currently meeting to make the best decision for the Martin County residents. 

The County can decide whether or not to participate the Governor’s Phase One Reopening Plan, which allows retail shops to open at 25% capacity.  Also included in Phase One is restaurants can do outdoor seating with social distancing and indoor seating with 25% capacity.  All salons, gyms and movie theaters will…

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These past few weeks we have been spending more time at home and now is the time to catch up on some of your favorite TV shows, stream a new series, or sit back and watch a movie.  Streaming services like Disney+, Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV have some of best and most popular shows trending right now.

Here is just some of the most popular shows and movies to stream right now. 

Popular TV Shows On Netflix:

  • Peaky Blinders (5 Seasons available on Netflix)
  • Tiger King (7 Episodes)
  • Ozark (3 Seasons)
  • Outlander (3 Seasons)
  • The Crown (3 Seasons)
  • Stranger Things (3 Seasons)
  • Narcos (3 Seasons)
  • Grace and Frankie (6 Seasons)
  • Love is Blind (11 Episodes)
  • The Office (9 Seasons)
  • Schitt’s Creek (5 Seasons)

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Since the beginning of March, travel plans have be changed due to the spread of the pandemic. Florida’s Theme parks are currently closed until further notice for visitors but you can still visit the parks online and take a virtual tour or ride from the comfort of your own home. 

Walt Disney World: Orlando, Florida

Walt Disney World was one of the first theme parks to help encourage social distancing.  While the four major theme parks, Animal Kingdom, Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios and Epcot, Disney Springs and Water Parks are closed to visitors, thanks to Google Earth Street View, YouTube and Disney’s website for sharing mostly every ride and incredible firework display in the park. Grab your laptop and search for your favorite ride or show…

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While the Gardens Mall in Palm Beach Gardens is temporarily closed to shoppers and visitors, the Food Court and several restaurants are open for take out and delivery. 

For food delivery’s, orders can be placed online through Delivery Dudes, PostMates, Door Dash, Uber Eats or directly from the restaurant. 

Restaurants Open Include: 

1. California Pizza Kitchen: Located in the Food Court is open for both take out and delivery

2. P.F. Changs: Located on the first floor of the mall, near Nordstrom’s is open for take out and delivery.

3. Brio Tuscan Grille: Located on the first floor of the mall, near Nordstrom’s is open for take out and delivery.

4.  Park Avenue Grille: Located on the second floor of the mall is open for take out and delivery. 

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