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In today’s newsletter:
How a four-year festival deal could reshape West Palm Beach’s waterfront
West Palm Beach has secured a four-year agreement to expand and maintain the Palm Tree Music Festival. This event, which sold out its first waterfront show, is set to grow from one day to two days starting in 2027. The expansion is expected to boost tourism, nightlife, and cultural activities for residents while supporting the city’s efforts to attract young professionals.
What newly uncovered records reveal about West Palm Beach police and Epstein
Newly reviewed records indicate that West Palm Beach and Palm Beach police investigated Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell as early as 2001. These findings raise questions about whether authorities overlooked potential warning signs years before the more well-known 2005 case. A victims’ attorney expressed surprise at the details, including notes about a student from Palm Beach Atlantic and Epstein’s home.
Want an evening with Joan Lunden in downtown West Palm Beach?
Joan Lunden will be in downtown West Palm Beach on March 24 for a ticketed evening featuring stories, media insights, and a discussion of her new memoir. Hosted by the Historical Society of Palm Beach County, the event includes cocktails, light bites, and a signed book, offering locals a rare opportunity to connect with the former Good Morning America co-host.
Chancellor reveals details behind Vanderbilt’s expansion to NYC, San Francisco, West Palm Beach
Vanderbilt University is planning a new graduate campus in West Palm Beach, aiming to tap into South Florida’s growing finance and technology sectors. The project is still in the design and planning phase, funded by the university’s endowment and donors, alongside new campuses in New York City and San Francisco.
Renters concerned about high rental fees in Palm Beach County, Treasure Coast
A West Palm Beach renter’s complaint about rising washer and dryer fees has sparked a broader look at how add-on charges are affecting tenants across Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast. Local renters report significant increases in trash and amenity fees, while a Realtor advises tenants to calculate the true monthly cost and carefully review lease terms for future increases.
Today’s riddle:
What tastes better than it smells? 🤔
Answer:Your tongue
Weather forecast:
Friday:
Breezy; an a.m. shower or two, with a high of 83 and low of 74 degrees.
Saturday:
Breezy; a few morning showers, temps: high: 83, low: 71.
Sunday:
Partly sunny and breezy, with a high of 84 and low of 71 degrees.
News we’re reading
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Four-Year Deal
(floridaweekly.com) — West Palm Beach just locked in a four-year deal to keep and expand the Palm Tree Music Festival, which already sold out its debut waterfront show and drew thousands of visitors. Starting in 2027, the festival grows to two days, boosting tourism, nightlife, and cultural options for residents while supporting the city’s goal of attracting young professionals. -
Epstein victims’ lawyer ‘astonished’ by new details from earlier Palm Beach investigation
(wpbf.com) — Newly reviewed records show West Palm Beach and Palm Beach police examined Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell as early as 2001, raising fresh questions about missed warning signs. A victims’ attorney says the details, including notes about a Palm Beach Atlantic student and Epstein’s home, suggest authorities overlooked serious concerns years before the better-known 2005 case. -
Good Morning Palm Beach County
(floridaweekly.com) — Joan Lunden is coming to downtown West Palm Beach on March 24 for a ticketed evening of stories, media insights, and a discussion of her new memoir at the historic 1916 courthouse. Hosted by the Historical Society of Palm Beach County, the event includes cocktails, light bites, and a signed book, giving locals a rare, up-close experience with the former Good Morning America co-host. -
Chancellor reveals details behind Vanderbilt’s expansion to NYC, San Francisco, West Palm Beach
(wsmv.com) — Vanderbilt University is planning a new graduate campus built from scratch in West Palm Beach, aiming to tap into South Florida’s fast-growing finance and technology scene. The chancellor says the project is still in design and planning, funded by the school’s endowment and donors, alongside new campuses in New York City and San Francisco. -
Renters concerned about high rental fees in Palm Beach County, Treasure Coast
(wptv.com) — A West Palm Beach renter’s complaint about rising washer and dryer fees helped spark a broader look at how add-on charges are squeezing tenants across Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast. Local renters describe big jumps in trash and amenity fees, while a Realtor urges tenants to calculate the true monthly cost and carefully review lease terms for future increases.
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Upcoming Events in West Palm Beach
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Friday March 6
Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
301 S Olive Ave, West Palm Beach
6:30 pm
Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
301 S Olive Ave, West Palm Beach
6:30 pm
Candlelight: Tribute to Queen
8:30 pm
Saturday March 7
A Taste of Asia: A Culinary and Cultural Experience
4000 Morikami Park Rd, Delray Beach
6:30 pm
Monday March 9
Mind, Music, Movement Foundation’s Neurorhythms 2026
5353 Parkside Dr, Jupiter
9:00 am
Tuesday March 10
Municipal Election
Royal Palm Beach Community Calendar, 1050 Royal Palm Beach Blvd, Royal Palm Beach
7:00 am
Slow Flow Yoga + Sound Bath
11 S L St, Lake Worth Beach
9:00 am
23rd Annual Delray Beach Home Tour
Lake Ida Park Rd, Delray Beach
10:00 am
Art for Memory
12150 Forest Hill Blvd, Wellington
5:00 pm
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Events Nearby
Friday March 6
Defined Contribution Plan Committee Meeting
Palm Beach, FL Calendar, Council Chambers Second Floor, 360 South County Road, Palm Beach
8:00 am
Jazzercise
North Palm Beach, FL Calendar, 715 Prosperity Farms Road, North Palm Beach
9:00 am
Family Fun Day (Free!)
North Palm Beach Community Center, 1200 Prosperity Farms Road, North Palm Beach
9:00 am
Yoga with Mi Sun
Veteran’s Park, 303 Anchorage Drive, North Palm Beach
9:00 am
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Palm Beach Royals, Transworld Launch Youth Pickleball Initiative With Boys & Girls Clubs Teens in Palm Beach
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CHEERS! St. Patrick’s Day Weekend Revelry at Hilton West Palm Beach
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PSG Global Solutions posted a job opening for Retail Stocking Associate $14.95/hr in West Palm Beach. Apply here.
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