Jupiter
Morning News
Wednesday, January 7th, 2026
Good morning, Jupiter. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The second annual Bands, Burgers & Brews festival will take place at the Abacoa Amphitheater on Saturday, Jan. 10 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and offers live music, craft beer sampling, burgers and local vendors. General admission includes entry and a souvenir cup (VIP passes offer extra perks). CBS12 News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ FWC released preliminary 2025 statistics showing 628 manatee deaths last year, with Brevard County reporting 118 fatalities and Palm Beach County 7. Wildlife officials urge boaters to slow down (boats were blamed for nearly 100 deaths) to help protect manatees in local waters. 610 WIOD
- ➤ A multimillion-dollar canal project is underway on Treasure Coast to stop harmful nutrient runoff from reaching local waterways. The South Florida Water Management District is diverting water from the C-23 canal in St. Lucie County to Martin County’s C-44 reservoir (a key part of a long-planned water-quality plan). WPBF
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ New CDC guidelines from Jan. 5 let parents in Jupiter consider fewer mandatory vaccines for children if Florida follows the changes; a bill filed on Jan. 6 calls for healthcare providers to offer alternative schedules, allowing shared decision-making on shots for diseases like influenza and rotavirus (while 11 vaccines remain recommended). Palm Beach Daily News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Palm Beach County officials will vote Tuesday on the Homebuyer Match Pilot Program that matches each dollar saved up to $50,000 for a down payment or closing costs. The pilot aims to improve housing affordability as home prices continue to rise. CBS12 News
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Adventure Awaits - An Evening Under the Stars
5-7:30 p.m. — Pine Glades Natural Area — Free event — Experience stargazing with telescopes and a sunset hike in a natural setting.
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Jon Zeeman Band Live Performance
5-7:30 p.m. — Double Roads Tavern & Live Music — Free entry — Experience soul-stirring blues-rock with the electrifying Jon Zeeman Band.
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Smokin Renegade / Forever Foreigner Tribute Concert
8 PM – 11:30 PM — Double Roads Tavern & Live Music — Free entry — Experience nostalgia with a tribute to Boston and Foreigner performed by South Florida's best rock bands.
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Line Dancing Night
5-7 p.m. — Double Roads Tavern & Live Music — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of rhythm and fun with lively line dancing and great country music.
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Sleepin Dogz Concert
8-11 p.m. — Square Grouper Tiki Bar — Cost info unavailable — Experience a lively rock and jam session inspired by classic bands like Led Zeppelin and Pink Floyd.
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Sound Bath Experience with Linnea
5-6 p.m. — Breathe Salt & Yoga — Bring your own mat — Immerse yourself in soothing sounds and vibrations for a restorative healing journey.
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Football Sundays at Double Roads Tavern
12-8 p.m. — Double Roads Tavern & Live Music — Free entry — Enjoy wall-to-wall NFL coverage with delicious food and drink specials in a vibrant atmosphere.
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Material Girls Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Maltz Jupiter Theatre Inc — Ticket prices vary — Experience a live performance by Material Girls in an inviting theater setting.
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Films on the Field
6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Gardens North County District Park — Free entry — Enjoy a magical movie night under the stars with 'How to Train Your Dragon' and meet a friendly Viking.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Jimi Hendrix
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