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Saturday, August 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Jupiter. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jupiter resident Gloria Meyer celebrated her 107th birthday on Wednesday at Mangrove Bay Senior Living Community—born in Iowa in 1918, she served as a Red Cross volunteer during WWII, taught high school, and traveled on more than 50 cruises; she shared that eating oatmeal daily is her secret to longevity while friends and family enjoyed cake, music, and her captivating stories. CBS12 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man was caught on video repeatedly slamming a gopher tortoise along Jupiter's Riverwalk on Wednesday afternoon, and FWC is investigating the incident while asking witnesses to provide any additional tips. WPBF
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jamie Kippenberger, a teen cancer survivor and Taylor Swift fan, said she just self-published her creative thinking journal 'Let's Get Weird and Artsy'—a project developed with her aunt. The journal has 140 ideas to help people express their feelings through art and is now available on Amazon. WPTV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tropical Storm Erin strengthened to 70 mph and likely became a hurricane on Aug.15; forecasts warn it will intensify to a Category 4 storm with 130 mph winds within the next three days—posing risks of dangerous surf and rip currents along the coast. Palm Beach Daily News
- ➤ At Busch Wildlife Sanctuary in Jupiter, Phelony the peregrine falcon injured in a plane strike last October is regaining strength after two surgeries on her right wing—staff are giving her physical therapy to help her prepare for a future release. The rehabilitation at the sanctuary continues as experts work to ensure her recovery is strong enough for a return to the wild. WPTV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jupiter Police Chief Michael Barbera announced his retirement after 29 years on Thursday; his retirement will take effect Friday, October 3 — Town Manager Frank Kitzerow praised his leadership and stated that a new chief will be chosen soon. CBS12 News
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