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Saturday, December 20th, 2025

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Good morning, Jupiter. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 20th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Pope Leo XIV has named Father Manuel de Jesús Rodríguez as the new bishop of Palm Beach, replacing Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito who retired after turning 75. Rodríguez will be ordained and installed at the Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola in Palm Beach Gardens on a future date.  WPTV

CULTURE NEWS

  • Extravagant Christmas light displays are in full swing in The Heights, drawing festive crowds to neighborhoods along Unger Street and Heights Boulevard. Festive setups such as Whoville and Candy Cane Lane create a cheerful community vibe today.  CBS12 News
  • The Diocese of Palm Beach announced the appointment of Rev. Manuel de Jesús Rodríguez as its new bishop + the decision by Pope Leo XIV is expected to guide local church leadership in the coming weeks.  CBS12 News

FINANCE NEWS

  • Consumer experts caution last-minute holiday shoppers in Jupiter against scams using deceptive texts and emails — the Better Business Bureau advises verifying secure website signals before paying any redelivery fees.  CBS12 News

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • AARP confirmed Florida does not tax Social Security benefits, so over 5 million residents keep full benefit income while federal taxes may apply based on provisional income (half of Social Security plus other income).  Palm Beach Daily News
  • The Solid Waste Authority clarified that residents in unincorporated Palm Beach County can leave up to three bulk items such as pianos for weekly pickup by a special truck. Jupiter residents are reminded not to leave hazardous items curbside and to call ahead for bicycle collection.  The Palm Beach Post

HEALTH NEWS

  • The FDA has issued an urgent recall for Publix Rice & Pigeon Peas 32oz containers sold in Florida stores due to undeclared soy that may trigger severe allergic reactions. Consumers are advised to return or discard the product as no illnesses have been reported yet.  610 WIOD

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 13th Annual Wellington Holiday Jingle Bell Run 5K

    7-10 AM — Village Park Athletics Complex — Registration required — Run in festive spirit while bringing joy to families in need with a toy donation.

    Sun, 12/21/25

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  • T-Bone & Louie C Live Performance

    8-11 p.m. — The Square Grouper Tiki Bar — Age 21+ only — Experience a night of diverse musical styles from T-Bone and MiLo in a vibrant atmosphere.

    Sat, 12/27/25

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  • Adventure Awaits - An Evening Under the Stars

    5-7:30 p.m. — Pine Glades Natural Area — Free event — Experience stargazing with telescopes and a sunset hike in a natural setting.

    Thu, 1/15/26

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  • Jon Zeeman Band Live Performance

    5-7:30 p.m. — Double Roads Tavern & Live Music — Free entry — Experience soul-stirring blues-rock with the electrifying Jon Zeeman Band.

    Fri, 1/16/26

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  • Smokin Renegade / Forever Foreigner Tribute Concert

    8 PM – 11:30 PM — Double Roads Tavern & Live Music — Free entry — Experience nostalgia with a tribute to Boston and Foreigner performed by South Florida's best rock bands.

    Sat, 1/17/26

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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