Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of September.
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🏘️ Community
September is Kinship Awareness Month, recognizing relatives and close friends who care for children when parents cannot; ice skating Special Olympics athlete Becky Lohr said her composite family (including her brother and coaches) helped her overcome early hardships and now supports her as she seeks safe housing in Palm Beach County.
🎭 Culture
Joel Flores became Palm Beach County’s first Hispanic commissioner—ending 114 years without one—and said he plans to support future Latino leaders.
Born in Puerto Rico, he moved to Boston as a child and served as mayor of Greenacres before his election, emphasizing the value of hard work in growing his community.
🌲 Environment
A study by Florida Atlantic University, University of Florida, and Florida Polytechnic University found that only 16% of recyclable materials are recovered statewide, while Palm Beach County’s dual-stream system reached a 90% rate and generated $14.7 million from 3.4 million tons recycled. Counties along the Treasure Coast reported recovery rates as low as 4% due to contamination challenges—leaving Florida to face growing landfill issues without a new statewide recycling plan.
🏛️ Government
Attorney General James Uthmeier issued a memo that makes open carry the law after a court ruled the ban unconstitutional—Palm Beach County Sheriff Ric Bradshaw said his deputies will continue to assume everyone is armed until proven otherwise.
He stressed that gun owners must still obey rules that prohibit carrying in schools, courthouses, and police stations.
🎉 Jupiter Events
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Free Led Zeppelin & Heart Tribute Concert
7:30-10 p.m. — Downtown Abacoa — Free entry — Experience an unforgettable tribute to the classics of Led Zeppelin and Heart with a free concert in a vibrant setting.
Vertigo / Original Sin Live Tribute Show
8-11 p.m. — Double Roads Tavern & Live Music — Free entry — Experience electrifying performances by U2 and INXS tribute bands in an unforgettable night of rock music.
True Rumours: A Fleetwood Mac Tribute
8-11:30 p.m. — Double Roads Tavern & Live Music — Free entry — Experience the magic of Fleetwood Mac with the world's most authentic tribute band.
FireFest 2025
1-9 p.m. — Jonathan Dickinson State Park — Free entry — Celebrate with live fire demos, spooky trails, and live music at the 19th annual FireFest.
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