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In today’s newsletter:How a downtown West Palm scaffolding collapse ended with four survivorsHow a Lake Park murder case led to life sentencesCould Middle East turmoil soon raise the price of your morning coffee?Also on today’s calendar:A Taste of Asia: A Culinary and Cultural Experienceand 8 more events.Today’s riddle:What is a snake’s favorite subject? 🤔 (Answer below!)Weather forecast:Saturday:A couple of morning showers, with a high of 82 and low of 73 degrees.Sunday:Partly sunny and breezy, temps: high: 84, low: 71.Monday:Breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 86 and low of 73 degrees.🌶 Hot!📰News we’re reading1. Read why worker in West Palm scaffolding fall believes he survived— A 20-year-old construction worker survived a three-story scaffolding collapse at a luxury tower project in downtown West Palm Beach, suffering a badly broken arm along with three injured coworkers. He credits safety gear and quick on-site response for their survival, and says his employer is currently covering his medical and living expenses while OSHA investigates the incident referred by West Palm Beach police.
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Two men sentenced to life in prison in 2024 Lake Park shooting— Two young men from West Palm Beach have been sentenced to life in prison for a 2024 fatal shooting in Lake Park, a case closely tied to an earlier killing in West Palm Beach. Jurors could not reach a verdict for a third defendant, with a status hearing set for March 18. The case relied on surveillance, cellphone data, and hospital records from St. Mary’s Medical Center in West Palm Beach.
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Middle East war could drive up coffee prices as oil tops $90 per barrel, vendors say— West Palm Beach coffee shop owners say war-driven oil price spikes could soon raise their costs again, just months after most coffee tariffs were lifted. Speaking at the Downtown West Palm Beach Coffee Fest by City Hall, they warned higher fuel and bean prices may threaten already thin margins and make it harder to keep drinks affordable for regulars.
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South Florida food truck owners fear price hikes as Iran war drives up gas, fuel costs— Rising fuel prices tied to the Iran conflict are squeezing South Florida food truck owners, including those driving up to West Palm Beach for events and catering. Higher gas and generator costs are cutting into profits, and some owners warn they may soon have to raise menu prices if fuel and propane keep climbing across the region.
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In rare 116-0 vote, Florida House unanimously passes bill sponsored by WPB Democrat— A West Palm Beach-based state representative just scored a unanimous 116-0 Florida House vote for his bill to expand dental care access for veterans. While the measure affects veterans statewide, it highlights local lawmaker Jervonte “Tae” Edmonds’ growing influence and shows rare bipartisan cooperation on a basic health need.
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🗓Upcoming Events in West Palm BeachAdd your event to our calendar and newsletter!Saturday March 7A Taste of Asia: A Culinary and Cultural Experience4000 Morikami Park Rd, Delray Beach6:30 pmMonday March 9Mind, Music, Movement Foundation’s Neurorhythms 20265353 Parkside Dr, Jupiter9:00 amTuesday March 10Municipal ElectionRoyal Palm Beach Community Calendar, 1050 Royal Palm Beach Blvd, Royal Palm Beach7:00 amSlow Flow Yoga + Sound Bath11 S L St, Lake Worth Beach9:00 am23rd Annual Delray Beach Home TourLake Ida Park Rd, Delray Beach10:00 amArt for Memory12150 Forest Hill Blvd, Wellington5:00 pmThursday March 12Clematis By Night | Heidi Merrill (Country and Rock)100 N Clematis St, West Palm Beach6:00 pmClematis By Night | Heidi Merrill (Country and Rock)100 N Clematis St, West Palm Beach6:00 pmFriday March 13Senior Program: Spring Fling PartyRoyal Palm Beach Community Calendar, 1050 Royal Palm Beach Blvd, Royal Palm Beach12:00 pmCandlelight: Tribute to The Beatles301 S Olive Ave, West Palm Beach6:30 pmSaturday March 14Seafood FestivalRoyal Palm Beach Community Calendar, 1050 Royal Palm Beach Blvd, Royal Palm Beach11:00 am📣 West Palm Beach Shout Outs!Want to say something great about someone in town?Click here to submit your Shout Out to MathHotels.comAM!It’s free!
🗓Events NearbySaturday March 7Annual ArtFest by the Sea at Juno BeachLoggerhead Park, 14200 U.S. Hwy 1, Juno Beach10:00 amArtFest By the Sea at Juno BeachWalgreens, 4050 US-1 #302, Jupiter10:00 amTable TennisOsborne Park, 715 Prosperity Farms Road, North Palm Beach10:00 am(Baseball) Pasco-Hernando State College vs. Palm Beach State CollegePalm Beach State College Athletics, 4200 Congress Avenue, Lake Worth12:00 pmHave we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself!As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
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💬ChatterWhat your neighbors are talking about on social mediaMaking The Most of Priority List Membership—Elizabeth Fabiano Read on MathHotels.comPalm Beach Royals, Transworld Launch Youth Pickleball Initiative With Boys & Girls Clubs Teens in Palm Beach—Judith Masters Read on MathHotels.comCHEERS! St. Patrick’s Day Weekend Revelry at Hilton West Palm Beach—Sally Shorr Read on MathHotels.comTraffic is at a standstill on I-95 Express Ln…Traffic is at a standstill on I-95 Express Ln reported at 6:17 PM. (Nextdoor )Hi, last time I posted that I wanted to see if I could get a friend for my dog, and you all got angry thinking I wanted you to have puppies, but that’s not the case.My dog is very sad, and I can’t have any more dogs in my house, so I wish he could have a little friend they could share. I’m adding a video so you… (Nextdoor Mango Dr)PSG Global Solutions posted a job opening for Assistant Director of Facilities- Brand new West Palm Beach Luxury Resort- Banyan Cay Resort & Golf – Destination by Hyatt in West Palm Beach. Apply here.The Home Depot, Inc. posted a job opening for Warehouse Maintenance Associate in West Palm Beach. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near West Palm Beach here.
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P.S. The answer to today’s riddle:Hissssss-tory(Thank you Netty W. for sending it in!)
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