Good morning, Jupiter.

A Palm Beach County guide shows that on July 4, grocery stores, restaurants and malls have holiday hours (for example, Trader Joe’s closes at 5 p.m. while Walmart stays open until 11 p.m.), and government offices along with shipping services will be closed.

CROS Ministries has launched its Christmas in July food drive to support local food pantries amid rising hunger in Palm Beach and Martin counties.

Residents can drop off nonperishable items at pantry sites in Jupiter and other areas through July.

Most local grocery stores will offer regular or modified hours tomorrow for Fourth of July, with some chains opening earlier or closing sooner than usual.

Costco remains closed, so residents should confirm local hours before buying essentials.

Palm Beach County District's recent report shows that 109 of 202 schools earned A's while several improved and one charter received an F.

Stargazers in Jupiter can enjoy the Milky Way's glow all July when dark sky areas offer the best views; experts advise that the galaxy's core is brightest around new moon on July 14 — a natural complement to Fourth of July fireworks.

With a heat wave coming, Florida Power and Light expert Bianca Soriano advises residents to set their AC to 75 to 78°F when at home and to raise it to 82°F when away (the guidance also recommends using ceiling fans correctly and sealing windows to keep cool air inside).

A strong El Niño reduced Florida’s hurricane risk this season when June ended as the slowest month for tropical storms since 2019 (experts still warn that a quiet start does not guarantee safety as storms may develop later).

Floridians can legally set off fireworks only on New Year's Eve, New Year's Day, and the Fourth of July, though counties with burn bans or local HOA rules may restrict displays (check your local ordinances before lighting fireworks tomorrow).

FPL withdrew its proposal for a 229-space parking lot on scrub land near its Juno Beach campus on July 2 after board members and residents warned the plan might harm the federally protected pawpaw plant & sensitive habitat.

The utility said the move was meant to improve safety for its overcapacity workforce.

During UV Safety Awareness Month, Dr. Kerry Hennessy—Jupiter Medical Center’s board-certified dermatologist—urges residents to protect their skin by wearing long-sleeved shirts, using sunscreen daily, and getting annual skin checks.

His local interview on sun safety will be replayed next week.

The Cover Letters Live Performance

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Samantha Russell Duo Live Performance

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