Daily editionTuesday, September 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Palm Beach Gardens.
The 5AM Palm Beach Gardens Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of September.
Community
United Way of Palm Beach County is promoting its Food Finder Map during Hunger Action Month to help residents find local pantries, soup kitchens and meal sites by entering their zip code.
The tool is designed to improve access to food assistance in the community.
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Business
Field of Greens will open its 11th location in the Avenir community on Northlake Boulevard on Friday, Sept. 25, serving healthy salads, soups, smoothies and sandwiches for local residents.
The fast-casual chain plans further expansion in Palm Beach Gardens.
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Palm Beach County professionals are moving forward this week.
Goldlaw promotes Michael H. Kugler to director of litigation, Brandstory Communications launches new AI services led by Josh Hirsch, and BNY Wealth adds team members as leaders from (Westlake, Place of Hope, and Temple Israel) take on fresh roles.
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Economy
Gas prices in Florida are now averaging about $4.28 per gallon, with Palm Beach County at about $4.43—up 15 cents from last week.
AAA states that the ongoing Iran conflict is increasing market volatility and advises drivers to shop around for better rates.
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A USA TODAY Network-Florida study finds that Publix’s BOGO deals are lower on six out of ten items than prices at Walmart and Aldi, with a typical purchase totaling $34.90 (Aldi wins on three items while Walmart is best on one).
Palm Beach Gardens shoppers can use these findings today to compare deals.
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Health
Florida health officials confirmed the first dengue death of 2026 when an 80-year-old died in Hillsborough on Sept. 18 (Palm Beach County has also reported one locally acquired case) and urged residents to use insect repellent and remove standing water.
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Sports
WTGL said its talks with world No. 1 Nelly Korda ended with her choosing to skip season one + the door remains open for season two.
The indoor league will begin on Nov. 8 at SoFi Center with top LPGA players taking part.
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