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Friday, August 21, 2026 · Tequesta
North Pinellas County Alarm: What We Know So Far
Emergency crews are responding to a fire alarm at 11909 125th Street North in Pinellas County, the fourth such incident at this address since early June.
Crews Respond to Fire Alarm on 11909 125 St N in Pinellas County
Crews responded to a fire alarm at 11909 125 St N in Pinellas County early Tuesday.
Friday, August 21, 2026
Crews Respond to Vehicle Fire on N 32Nd Ave &Amp; Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, Fl 33021, Usa in Hollywood
Hollywood Fire Rescue responded to a vehicle fire at N 32Nd Ave &Amp; Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, FL on Sunday at 10:18 PM.
Friday, August 21, 2026
Tamarac Collision: What We Know So Far
A multi-vehicle incident, now confirmed to include at least one overturned vehicle, is unfolding tonight at W Commercial Blvd and NW 31st Ave in Tamarac, prompting an escalating emergency response.
Friday, August 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.
Friday, August 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.
Friday, August 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.
Friday, August 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.
Friday, August 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.
Friday, August 21, 2026
Jupiter Inlet District Updates Navigation Map as Shoal Shifts
The Jupiter Inlet District released updated navigation survey data showing the ebb shoal has shifted southeast, with interactive maps now available online for boaters.
Friday, August 21, 2026
Jupiter Police Earn Dual National Accreditation
The Jupiter Police Department maintains dual accreditation from state and national law enforcement organizations, most recently renewed in 2024 and 2025.
Friday, August 21, 2026
Jupiter Opens Year-Round Recognition Program for Community Contributors
Jupiter launched a year-round Hometown Heroes program to recognize residents and volunteers who make meaningful contributions to the community. Honorees are celebrated at Town Council meetings and featured online.
Friday, August 21, 2026
Jupiter Opens Nominations for Hometown Heroes Recognition Program
Jupiter residents can now nominate neighbors, volunteers, and local business owners for the town's new Hometown Heroes recognition program. Nominations are open year-round.
Friday, August 21, 2026
FDOT to Widen Florida's Turnpike From Jupiter to Fort Pierce
FDOT is studying a plan to widen Florida's Turnpike across 37 miles from Jupiter to Fort Pierce to handle traffic growth through 2045.
Friday, August 21, 2026
Tequesta Seeks Bids to Restore Corroded Columns at Public Services Building
Tequesta is accepting sealed bids for structural repairs to corroded steel columns at its Public Services Facility, with proposals due July 2, 2026.
Friday, August 21, 2026
Florida Legislature Leaves Property Tax Reform Unresolved; Tequesta Faces $6.1 Million Budget Gap
The Florida House passed a property tax reform measure that would have cost Tequesta $6.1 million annually, but the Senate blocked it. The two chambers remain far apart on tax policy.
Friday, August 21, 2026
Property Tax Reform Stalls in Legislature; Tequesta Faces Potential Budget Challenges
Property tax reform proposals stall in the Florida Legislature, raising concerns for municipalities dependent on property tax revenue.
Friday, August 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.
Friday, August 21, 2026
Palm Beach County Announces Winners of 2026 Sticker Design Contest
Palm Beach County's Supervisor of Elections announced winners of its 2026 Sticker Design Contest, selecting artwork from over 450 student submissions for official voting stickers.
Friday, August 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.
Friday, August 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.
Friday, August 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.
Friday, August 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.
Friday, August 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.
Friday, August 21, 2026