🌅 🎧 A Sunland Podcast? Plus, Meet the Pittman Boys!

Good Afternoon, Sunland

It’s Tuesday! I’ve been playing with the idea of doing a podcast as a companion to this newsletter. It would just be once, maybe twice a week, but think of it as a quick 10 - 20 minute catch up of what’s going on. Would definately love to hear your thoughts on this idea… Alright. Let’s jump straight in!

Poll Question: Would you listen to a Sunland Podcast?

🍋 The Main Squeeze
🏆 The Pittman Boys: More Than Just Athletes—They’re Building a Brand

TL;DR: Four brothers. One brand. A vision beyond football. The Pittman Boys—a tight-knit group of athletes from John Carroll High School—are launching their Pippin’ Boys clothing line this Saturday. What started as their father’s community work has grown into a full-fledged business with a mission: financial stability, giving back, and building something that lasts.

💬 Why It Matters: This isn’t just another merch drop. It’s young athletes thinking beyond the game, proving that entrepreneurship and sports can go hand in hand.

👕 From the Field to Fashion: The Pippin’ Boys brand traces back to their father’s efforts in the community—organizing events for kids and later selling Italian ice. Over time, that evolved into a clothing brand that represents their journey and ambition.

The Name & Colors: The brand name represents their bond as brothers, and their core colors—blue, black, and white—pay homage to their high school, John Carroll.

Bigger Than Merch: Their goal is to generate $10,000 annually—ensuring financial security long after their football careers end.

A Community Focus: Beyond making money, they want to give back to younger athletes and inspire kids to think about business at an early age.

🏈 Football First, But Not Forever: While their brand is a major focus, football is still the main priority for the Pittman Boys.

Each brother plays a different position, but they all push each other to be better.

Their dream schools include Oregon, Colorado, USF, and Houston—with a strong focus on programs that develop top talent.

Trash talk? A family tradition. One brother admits, “I talk to the other team’s sideline before I even return a kick.”

💡 The Business Mindset: When asked who’s the most business-savvy, the brothers couldn’t pick just one. It’s clear that entrepreneurship runs in the family—including their little sister, who already runs her own successful lemonade business.

“Best lemonade in the world, if you ask me.”

📅 What’s Next? The Pippin’ Boys brand officially launches this Saturday, with merch available for purchase. But this is just the beginning. Whether it’s in football, fashion, or business, the Pittman Boys are building something bigger than themselves.

👉 Want to support them? Keep an eye out for the official drop this weekend here.

🎶 Live Music & Events This Week

Tuesday, March 4

• 🎻 Sunrise City Bluegrass Jam at Pierced Ciderworks – A night of bluegrass hosted by Trevor Klutz, featuring some of South Florida’s best bluegrass artists. | 6 PM–9 PM | Free Entry

• 🎸 Open Jam at Three Tides Restaurant & Bar – Hosted by Radio Days, this open jam session welcomes musicians of all levels for a night of rock and live improvisation. | 7 PM | Free Entry

• 🎤 The Motortown All-Stars: The Ultimate Motown Experience at The Lyric Theatre – A tribute to Motown’s biggest legends, featuring former members of The Temptations, The Contours, and The Miracles. | 7 PM | Tickets Required

Wednesday, March 12

• 🎸 Derek Mack at Sweet Desires Dessert Lounge – A fusion of R&B, soul, funk, rock, jazz, and smooth jazz with an acclaimed guitarist and performer. | 7 PM | Free Entry

Thursday, March 13

• 🎷 Brenna Bavis Band at Sweet Desires Dessert Lounge – A soulful mix of blues, jazz, and soul in an intimate setting. | 7 PM | Free Entry

Friday, March 7

• 🎤 Airwaves to Heaven at Sailfish Brewing Co. – A high-energy band blending funk, rock, and soul for an electrifying performance. | 7 PM | Free Entry

• 🎸 Headlining Rockfest at Causeway Cove Marina – The Petty Experience brings a Tom Petty tribute set to Rockfest, featuring BBQ, music, vendors, and more. | 7 PM | Tickets Required

If you have an event, send it to me here

🍹The Refill: 🎡 Your Fair Playbook: What’s Worth Checking Out?

It’s $2 Tuesday at the St. Lucie County Fair! That means $2 admission, $2 rides, and a whole lot of opportunity to dive into the best the fair has to offer—without breaking the bank. The fair isn’t here forever (only 10 days!), so if you’ve been waiting for the right moment to go, consider this your sign.

Rather than running down the full schedule, I figured I’d highlight a few things that caught my eye. Some are cool, some are unexpected, and some are just straight-up funny.

🎯 What’s Interesting at the Fair?

•  Laser Tag at the Fair – Didn’t know this was a thing, but I’m intrigued. Carnival rides + laser tag? That’s a solid combo.

• Mobile Arts Glass Blowing – Watching someone shape molten glass into art is oddly mesmerizing.

• Steer Auction – Not in the market for a steer, but if you are, this might be your moment.

• Small Animal Costume Parade – This is happening later in the week, but I needed to mention it. Tiny animals. In costumes. Enough said.

🎟️ The Basics

• $2 Admission & Rides Today!

• The fair wraps up this Sunday, so don’t wait too long!

📌 Want to see the full schedule? Check it out here.

🥛 Last Drop: 3 Things To Go!

• 📈 Florida’s Franchise Boom

  Florida is set to add 1,600 new franchise locations in 2025, creating 14,600 jobs and driving $73B in economic output. See the Growth

• 🏬 Indian River Mall: What’s Next?

  Nine months after new ownership, 67% of Indian River Mall remains empty—but tenants are hopeful about its future. Read More

• 🏋️ New Supplement Shop in Downtown Fort Pierce

  Downtown Sports Nutrition just opened, offering workout supplements and wellness products—and they take requests! Their grand opening is this Saturday, March 8. Check It Out

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