Daily Fun
10/02/2026 · Islamorada, Village of Islands
Don’t Let Your Phone Choose Your First Thought
The first few minutes of your morning can quietly set the direction of your attention. Try this small, slightly rebellious habit before the notifications start making decisions for you.
The Tiny Word That Makes Blake’s “The Sick Rose” So Terrifying
William Blake’s eight-line poem turns a rose, a worm, and one “dark secret love” into a complete horror story. Read it once for the plot; read it again for the grammar doing the damage.
10/02/2026
Your Attention Is Not a Security Deposit
William James had a deceptively radical idea: experience is built from whatever we permit into the room. His 1890 observation explains why a five-minute glance at a notification can somehow eat an afternoon.
10/02/2026
A Good News Digest Needs Today’s News
I can write the sharp, opinionated national roundup you want, but I cannot verify live headlines from this chat. Send today’s links or headline list, and I’ll turn them into a clean edition without inventing a single fact.
10/02/2026
The Giant Van Gogh Screensaver Has to Go
The “immersive art experience” has turned masterpieces into a theme-park ride with better lighting. I am begging museums to let paintings be paintings again.
10/02/2026
Cuba, Missouri: The Route 66 Stop With Better Murals Than You’d Expect
Put Cuba, Missouri, on your next road-trip map when you want old highway atmosphere without the crowds or the souvenir-shop overload. Park downtown, eat something smoky, and spend an hour wondering why this little town has so many enormous murals.
10/02/2026
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Capoeira Experience
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Harriet's Night Shift Thurs
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Yoga Class with D'Nicks
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View allTown Commission Meeting 10-06-2026
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Meeting of the Town Commission
Meeting of the Town Commission DATE: Monday October 5, 2026 TIME: 9:00 AM LOCATION: Town Hall 1076 Hillsboro Mile Hillsboro Beach, FL 33064
October 9 Free Concert in the Park
October 9 Free Concert in the Park • St. Pete Beach, FL Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. Website Sign In Home News Flash October 9 Free Concert in the Park News Flash October 9 Free Concert in the Park City News Posted on October 05, 2026 📢 October Concerts in the Park! Brought to you by St. Pete Beach Resident Services 🎸 Britan's Finest: A Tribute to David Bowie and Duran Duran 🗓️ Friday, October 9th, 2026 ⌚ 7PM - 9PM 🌴 Horan Park 🌭🍔 Delicious hot dogs and burgers will be provided by St. Pete Beach Fire Rescue 🍺🍷 Beer and wine proceeds will benefit the Veterans of South Pinellas Bring your appetites, singing voices and dancing shoes. Join us for a beautiful night of music and community!
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McKean County Sheriff's Office Accepting Applications for Deputy Sheriff - Deadline October 27th
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Village Clerk Position Open in Miami Shores Village
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Public Notices
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Public Hearing - 10/05/2026
Civil Remedy and Required Legal Notices
Other - 10/02/2026
Domestic Partnership Registry
Name Change - 10/01/2026
Attorney General James Uthmeier Files Lawsuit Against Pfizer and its CEO Dr. Albert Bourla
Other - 10/01/2026
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