Jupiter
Morning News
Thursday, May 7th, 2026
Good morning, Jupiter. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ WPBF 25 News is working with the Humane Society of the Treasure Coast to help Anubis, a one-year-old dog surrendered about a month ago, find a forever home as the shelter seeks foster families and naming partners during renovations. WPBF
- ➤ 211 of the Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast is breaking ground today on a hurricane-resistant facility that will boost call capacity — the nonprofit aims to expand access to mental health, housing assistance, and food programs for local residents. WPBF
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Publix has updated its open-carry policy in Florida, requesting that only law enforcement openly carry firearms in its stores. Signs in stores and on its website display the new rule, which was updated at 6:12 p.m. EDT May 6. WPBF
- ➤ On May 6, Publix updated its policy by posting new signs that request only law enforcement to openly carry firearms + this quietly reverses last fall’s rule that allowed customers to carry openly. The change applies to all store locations. Palm Beach Daily News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Duke Energy will apply a refund to bills this summer as customers see a 0.562-cent-per-kilowatt-hour fuel charge reduction from June through September due to overcharged hurricane restoration fees. The PSC approved a $90.5M refund after charging more than needed in 2024. Palm Beach Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Palm Beach County School District officials met at 2 p.m. yesterday to vote on teacher pay raises — the union requested a 3.5% increase while district officials proposed only a 1.5% raise due to budget constraints. WPBF
- ➤ The School Board of Palm Beach County is holding a final impasse hearing on a 3.5% teacher pay raise today at 2 p.m. at the Fulton-Holland Educational Services Center; educators and parents are voicing support for improved pay amid rising living costs. WPTV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florida is home to six native venomous snake species, including three rattlesnakes, and UF advises residents to clear debris from yards and step away gradually if one is spotted (Eastern coral, copperhead, cottonmouth, Eastern diamondback, timber rattlesnake, dusky pygmy). Palm Beach Daily News
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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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