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The Silent Takeover of Southshore Yards

It turns out the biggest drama in Southshore this week isn’t traffic on Big Bend or the free drinks at the new Walmart gas station. It’s plants. Specifically, plants that don’t belong here and are quietly trying to take over everything. Well, everything that hasn’t been paved over.

Florida’s sunshine and humidity are great for boating, beach days, and making your lawn grow overnight. Unfortunately, they’re also perfect conditions for invasive plant species. These plants move in fast, spread aggressively, and push out the native plants that actually belong here. Think of them as uninvited guests who show up early, eat all the snacks, and refuse to leave.

When invasive plants take over, it’s not just a yard problem. They crowd out native plants that local birds, insects, and wildlife depend on. That ripple effect can impact wetlands, waterways, and even the natural buffers that help protect Southshore during storms. Less native growth means weaker ecosystems, and that’s something we definitely don’t need around here.

The tricky part is that many invasive plants look harmless at first. Some are even sold as decorative landscaping. But once they get comfortable, they spread faster than rumors in a Facebook group and are much harder to get rid of.

If you’re planning to freshen up your yard or start a new landscaping project, this is a good reminder to choose plants that are native to Florida. They’re easier to maintain, better for the environment, and far less likely to cause problems down the road.

Because in Southshore, we’re all for things growing and thriving. Just not the kind that show up uninvited and try to take over the neighborhood.

It’s Party Time

Holiday season is officially party season. From office blowouts to New Year’s Eve extravaganzas, your social life is booked. But no party is complete without a 360 photo booth. If it’s not spinning, filming, and making everyone look cooler than they actually are, what are we even doing?
Contact 3sixty Entertainment and capture the fun from every angle.

Things to do

What’s Washing Up on The Shore This Week

Calling All Christmas Trees

It’s officially that time of year when living rooms turn into light displays and Christmas trees become a full personality trait. Some of you go classic. Some of you go themed. Some of you have a tree that looks like it survived a small windstorm and a curious cat. And honestly, we love all of it.

So let’s make it interesting, Southshore.

We’re launching a Christmas Tree Contest, and it’s simple. Send us a photo of your Christmas tree. Real tree, fake tree, big tree, tiny tree, perfectly styled or proudly chaotic. If it has lights and holiday spirit, it counts.

The best tree wins gift cards to Mission BBQ. Because nothing pairs better with holiday bragging rights than smoked brisket and ribs.

This isn’t about perfection. It’s about creativity, humor, and showing off how Southshore does Christmas. Bonus points if your tree tells a story. Extra bonus points if it survived pets, kids, or questionable decorating decisions.

So, snag your best photo and send it to [email protected]. We’ll pick a winner and crown Southshore’s Christmas tree champion. Good luck, and may your lights be bright and your ornaments stay on the branches.

Southshore Spotlight

The Jackson Copeland Foundation

The Jackson Copeland Foundation is a Florida-based nonprofit dedicated to fighting leukemia and supporting patients and families facing a diagnosis. The foundation was created in memory of Jackson Rees Copeland, a U.S. Navy Reserve member who battled acute myeloid leukemia with strength and resilience.

Nominate your local hero by emailing us at [email protected]

We Know a Guy…or Girl

Southshore Services

Need a painter? A plumber? Someone brave enough to tackle that lightbulb orbiting 30 feet above your living room? We’ve got you. And the best part, they’re all right here in our community.

(Updates are almost finished. We’ll be ringing in the new year with a new look and an easier interface to help you locate the best of what Southshore has to offer.)

Interested in joining the list? Shoot us an email to [email protected]

“Keep it Local!”

Foodies Only

Your Restaurant

New menu items, promos, specials, events- feature them here. This is the place to tell 30,000 readers in Southshore what you've got. Only 20 spots for the year. Claim yours today.

If you’ve got a restaurant, food truck, or even a lemonade stand, it could be featured here. Email us at [email protected]

Local Sports

Our area high schools boast state champions and multiple division titleists. Come out and show your support for these teams and for our community.

Off for winter break.

Got news, events, or press releases that the Southshore needs to know about? Submit them here. (We’ll do our best to add press releases in our regular rotation.) If you’re looking to run an actual ad, go here instead.

Until next time,

Keep It Local.