Tuesday, May 5th, 2026
Good morning, Jupiter. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Big Dog Ranch Rescue is relocating beagles from a Wisconsin research facility and has started moving dogs to its western Palm Beach County location today. The group, along with a partner organization, plans to treat and socialize 1,500 dogs before placing them in new homes across the country. WPBF
- ➤ Hurricane Preparedness Week urges local residents to gather emergency supplies, check insurance policies, and plan evacuation routes before hurricane season begins on June 1 — steps meant to help keep homes safe during potential storms. Palm Beach Daily News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ MOSAIC returns to the Palm Beaches as a month-long celebration of art, ideas, and community. Museums, theaters, and performance venues offer special deals this month (according to the Cultural Council) to make the arts accessible. CBS12 News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Florida rose to their highest level in nearly four years after a 40-cent jump per gallon last week, with West Palm Beach showing rates at $4.50. AAA advised drivers to shop around and combine errands to save money. CBS12 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Book It, the long-running summer reading program that gives free personal pan pizzas, returns to Jupiter this summer. Children in Pre-K to 6th grade can enroll now and redeem their pizza at participating Pizza Hut locations in June, July, and August (designed to boost reading skills during the break). WPBF
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Drivers in Jupiter should watch for spring lovebug activity as these insects can stain car paint if not cleaned off within 24 hours. The University of Florida advises using water and soap promptly — a simple tip to protect vehicles during this seasonal surge. Palm Beach Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ 211 Palm Beach and Treasure Coast offer free crisis intervention 24/7 and will soon start building their 1,200 sqft storm-rated headquarters at the Lantana campus to expand services & boost emergency readiness locally. Philanthropic donor support is welcomed as the organization strengthens its long-running community lifeline. WPBF
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First Generation Band Live
5-7:30 p.m. — Double Roads Tavern & Live Music — Free entry — Experience an electrifying evening with dynamic rock performances and crowd-pleasing interactions.
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Jelly Roll's Beautifully Broken Tour
7-8:30 p.m. — iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience Jelly Roll's dynamic blend of country and rap with high-energy performances and heartfelt stories.
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Open Water Scuba Certification Course
9 a.m. — Jupiter Dive Center Storefront — $609 plus additional fees — Dive into adventure and explore the ocean with certified instructors in Jupiter, Florida.
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Paint Your Pet Workshop
5:45-8 p.m. — Jupiter Artisan Marketplace — Cost varies — Unleash your creativity by learning to paint your beloved pet on a pre-drawn canvas.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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