Community News
Thursday, May 21, 2026 · Pahokee
Brush Fire Reported at Exit 17-SB in Gulfport, FL, More Units Dispatched
A brush fire at Exit 17-SB in Gulfport, FL, has prompted the dispatch of nine emergency units, with the incident reported at 7:44 PM.
3 Daughters Brewing Extends Partnership With Tampa Bay Rowdies
3 Daughters Brewing extended its partnership with the Tampa Bay Rowdies, keeping locally brewed craft beer at Al Lang Stadium.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Heart of Florida United Way Awards $65,000 to 4C's Head Start Programs
Heart of Florida United Way invested $65,000 in 4C's Head Start programs for low-income families in Central Florida.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Understanding Flooding in Clearwater
Clearwater residents experience flooding for various reasons, not always during rainstorms. Understanding local flood types helps the community prepare.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Wellington, Sheriff's Office Earn Four Awards for E-Bike Safety Campaign
Wellington and the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office earned four safety awards for Operation Moto Madness, an enforcement and education initiative targeting e-bike and motorized scooter safety.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
FBI Warns of Phishing Scam Targeting Palm Beach County Permit Applicants
The FBI warns Palm Beach County residents about a phishing scam targeting permit applicants. Scammers impersonate officials and request payment through hard-to-trace methods.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Wellington marks America's 250th with three-day July Fourth celebration
Wellington celebrates America's 250th anniversary with three days of concerts, food, and fireworks July 2–4, joining hundreds of communities nationwide for synchronized Independence Day festivities.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Wellington plans three-day America 250 celebration July 2–4
Wellington celebrates America's 250th anniversary with three days of free events, tribute concerts, and a synchronized fireworks display July 2–4.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Wellington, Sheriff's Office earn four traffic safety awards for e-bike initiative
Wellington and the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office received four traffic safety awards for Operation Moto Madness, an initiative addressing e-bike and motorized scooter safety.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
New Year’s Eve Dinner at Toro Toro Miami
Toro Toro Miami will offer a four-course prix fixe menu with live entertainment for New Year’s Eve 2024, featuring dishes like Wagyu Short Rib and Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
DeSantis Rejects Florida Gas Tax Pause Amid $4/Gallon Spike
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis shot down calls to suspend the state's 25-cent gas tax, warning drivers won't feel relief at pumps hitting $4 a gallon. Despite pleas from Democrats and Palm Beach County leaders, he cited past failures and oil market volatility. As global tensions rise, Florida motorists brace for pain at the pump.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
DeSantis Signs 9 Key Florida Laws on Safety, Schools and Traffic
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed nine new laws Thursday in Tallahassee, tackling unlicensed drivers, church security and body camera privacy amid rising public safety concerns. Most take effect July 1, joining nearly 60 others passed this year. From stricter traffic penalties to expanded school guardians, the measures aim to bolster security across the Sunshine State.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Florida's Lab-Grown Meat Ban Survives Federal Court Challenge
Nearly two years after Governor Ron DeSantis signed legislation banning cultivated meat sales in Florida, a federal appeals court upheld the controversial law as constitutional. The 11th Circuit Court of Appeals rejected a challenge from California-based Upside Foods, cementing Florida's status as the first state to prohibit lab-grown meat—a move critics say protects the traditional livestock industry rather than consumers.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Florida Launches Mandatory Hurricane Drills Across All 67 Counties
With hurricane season looming just weeks away, Florida's Division of Emergency Management has rolled out mandatory public safety drills statewide to sharpen readiness. The initiative targets all 67 counties, urging residents to stock seven days of supplies and master evacuation protocols. Officials warn that recent storms underscore the need for swift action amid rising threats.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
DeSantis Greenlights UFC, Colleges in Florida's New License Plates
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a bill unleashing eight new specialty license plates, from UFC fighters to South Florida high schools and military academies. Drivers can start pre-ordering Oct. 1, but only if 3,000 vouchers sell in two years. With over 2.3 million special tags already on roads, these could boost scholarships, mental health and more.
Thursday, May 21, 2026