Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of March.
Good morning, Jupiter.
Place of Hope celebrates 25 years today as a child welfare group serving abused and abandoned youth in our community and launches a ten‐year campaign to expand services including transitional housing—building 20 projects while aiming to raise $100 million to become debt free.
Jupiter officials held an e-bike town hall on March 20 to discuss safety measures after 12-year-old Rico Roundtree fatally crashed his e-bike into a vehicle last week.
School leaders, police, and medical experts held a moment of silence and presented plans to review e-bike guidelines — efforts that officials said will help prevent similar tragedies in the future — as community members called for safer practices.
Wildfires burned over 27,000 acres and created a haze with PM2.5 that can harm people with respiratory or heart conditions.
Officials advised residents to stay indoors and monitor air quality — red flag warnings were issued for counties along Florida’s east coast and in east Central Florida until 7 p.m.
University of Florida Dr. Thomas created a real-time online termite map that shows homeowners which termite species are in their area so they can protect their homes better.
He said homeowners in South Florida face high risk from invasive termites that swarm from March until May.
Guided Backcountry Hiking Expedition
4-5 hours — Loxahatchee River Battlefield Park — Check website for fee — Discover Florida's wetlands and woodlands with expert guidance and scheduled hydration stops.
Run for the Roses 5K
7:30-11:00 AM — Carlin Park — Support the Andrea C. Cameron Foundation while running in a beautiful setting.
Trucks and Tunes
5-8:30 p.m. — Constitution Park — Free entry — Delight in gourmet food from trucks and enjoy live music in a vibrant community atmosphere.
Peter Fogel’s TIL DEATH DO US PART… YOU FIRST!
7-8:30 p.m. — Performing Arts Academy of Jupiter — Special limited offer available — A hilarious journey of love and relationships delivered by comedian Peter Fogel.
Lighthouse Sunset Tour
7:15-8:15 p.m. — Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum — $25 general, $20 members — Ascend 105 steps for breathtaking sunset views and a taste of history.
7th Barkiversary Party
11 AM – 3 PM — Wagnolia's — Free goodies and raffle baskets — Celebrate with community and furry friends at this fun-filled anniversary event.
AWE Networking Lunch - North County
12-1 p.m. — Abacoa Golf Club — Members and guests welcome — Enjoy lunch while networking with industry peers in a casual setting.
Chris Janson Concert
6-10 p.m. — Downtown Abacoa — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of live country music with the talented Chris Janson as he embarks on his brand new tour.
Wheels Across the Pond
8:20 a.m. — Lighthouse Diner — Free entry — Embark on a scenic ride and enjoy a showcase of classic and exotic vehicles at Carlin Park.
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