Jupiter
Morning News
Thursday, March 12th, 2026
Good morning, Jupiter. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ WPBF 25 News is partnering with local shelters to host a St. Patrick’s Day pet adoption special from Friday the 13th through Tuesday the 17th, featuring Quesadilla (an 8-year-old mix from Okeechobee) with a waived fee. The event hopes to help more pets find forever homes. WPBF
- ➤ Habitat for Humanity Women’s Build 2026 is returning with 400 local volunteers (wearing pink and green) to help homeowners with essential building work and community learning opportunities. The event will offer hands-on construction experience and local empowerment. WPBF
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Massive sargassum mats are drifting toward Florida beaches and may disrupt spring break plans — local officials advise checking water conditions before swimming. The Palm Beach Post
- ➤ Local authorities remind residents that touching baby sea turtles is illegal during nesting season to protect these endangered animals along our beaches; visitors must respect wildlife guidelines to help preserve natural habitats. The Palm Beach Post
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florida lawmakers passed a bill letting retailers round cash payments to the nearest nickel (this change is optional for stores) since the penny is no longer produced; the bill now goes to Gov. DeSantis and applies only to cash transactions. Palm Beach Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Florida Health Department tightened ADAP eligibility because of a $120 million shortfall, affecting over 12,000 HIV patients statewide & 1,700 in Palm Beach County, while Palm Beach County approved $7.6 million in Ryan White funds and a lawmaker filed an amendment to expand access until June. WPTV
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Houston Astros at St. Louis Cardinals Spring Training
2:05-7:05 p.m. — Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Catch the baseball action as the Astros take on the Cardinals in this spring training matchup.
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Spring Training: St. Louis Cardinals vs. Miami Marlins
9:10 a.m. — Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience exciting Spring Training baseball in the heart of Jupiter.
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Spring Training: Nationals vs. Cardinals
9:05 a.m. — Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an exciting Spring Training game featuring the Washington Nationals and St. Louis Cardinals.
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Spring Training: Toronto Blue Jays vs. Miami Marlins
9:10 a.m. – 2:10 p.m. — Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Catch the excitement as the Blue Jays take on the Marlins in preseason action.
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Spring Training: New York Mets vs. Miami Marlins
1:10–2:10 p.m. — Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium — Tickets available — Catch the game live as the Mets face off against the Marlins in Spring Training.
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Spring Training: Houston Astros vs. St. Louis Cardinals
9:05 AM - 2:05 PM — Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Catch the game at Roger Dean Stadium in Downtown Abacoa!
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River to Reef Art Fest
10 AM – 4 PM — Little Moir's Hibiscus StrEATery — Free entry — Celebrate creativity and nature with local art, music, and hands-on workshops.
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Leo Von Concert
12-3 a.m. — 1111 Love St, Jupiter, FL — No cover charge — Experience a lively blend of country music influenced by classic American artists.
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