Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of October.
Good morning, Jupiter.
Bikers Against Child Abuse rides from 10 chapters to deliver blankets, bears and round-the-clock support to children referred by agencies such as DCF so they feel safe and regain their childhoods.
Leaders BaddBob and Wolf assign two members per child to provide help when needed—ensuring no child is ever alone.
A study by Fruity King finds that October poses high risks for Florida drivers, and Halloween night is especially dangerous with 1,379 fatalities making up 8.6% of the yearly total—294% above the national average.
October's supermoon will peak on Oct.
6 and stay full from Oct. 5 through Oct. 7, making it the first of three supermoons this year. Florida residents who look east will see the bright harvest moon while the Orionid meteor shower on Oct. 21 offers a dark sky for viewing—though moonlight will make the Draconids hard to spot.
The Florida Department of Health issued an alert on Friday after water samples taken on Wednesday showed blue-green algae near Canal Point, the Pahokee Marina, and near Ritta Island — areas around Lake Okeechobee in Palm Beach County.
Residents and visitors were advised not to drink, swim, or use the contaminated water and to keep pets away from the affected areas.
Palm Beach and 22 cities plus two counties filed a lawsuit on Sept.
29 in Florida’s Second Judicial Circuit against Senate Bill 180 (SB180) that limits local zoning authority. The suit argues that the law removes municipalities’ right to home rule (limiting their ability to adopt new zoning regulations) and seeks injunctive relief.
Jupiter Christian beat Tradition Prep 48—6 at home while Cardinal Newman won 20—7 in a game stopped early because of weather.
These scores mark week seven of the high school football season in Palm Beach County and Treasure Coast.
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.
Friends of Jupiter Beach Cornhole Tournament
11 AM - 6 PM — Ocean Cay Park — Free entry — Enjoy cornhole, local vendors, and meet adoptable pets at this fun community event.
8th Annual Jupiter Golden Jubilee
5-7 p.m. — Dog Beach — $30 per person (children under six free) — Celebrate Golden Retrievers with a costume parade, fun at the beach, and a fancy picnic supper.
La Tribu Royale Live
7 p.m. — Guanabanas Restaurant — Check for ticket info — Celebrate culture and rhythm with La Tribu Royale's vibrant fusion of Latin and reggae music.
Zoe Loren Make A Difference Foundation 5k Run/Walk
7-11 a.m. — Carlin Park — Registration required — Participate in a USATF certified 5K to support local community initiatives.
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