Daily editionWednesday, October 21st, 2026
Good morning, Palm Beach Gardens.
The 5AM Palm Beach Gardens Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of October.
Community
Little Smiles is running its 17th Annual Holiday Toy Drive to support local children in need and is accepting new, unwrapped gifts through Dec. 25.
Residents can donate online, by text, or by dropping off gifts at designated locations including the Little Smiles North Pole (3569 91st Street North, Suite 4).
The Boca Raton TribuneRead more
Business
Nevs in Palm Beach Gardens, known for its Texas-style barbecue, was named one of 49 finalists in Sunshine State Tourism’s '2026 Favorite BBQ Restaurant' poll — voters can cast ballots until Dec. 31.
The Palm Beach PostRead more
Culture
The Orionid meteor shower peaks tonight as debris from Halley's Comet lights up local skies, with 10—20 meteors per hour expected after 2 a.m. Viewers are urged to seek dark spots away from street lights since a 76%—illuminated moon may lessen early evening visibility.
Palm Beach Daily NewsRead more
Health
A pink fire truck is touring northern Palm Beach County this October to raise awareness for breast cancer — honoring survivors, patients, and community members in a visible show of support.
WPBFRead more
A one-year-old Chihuahua mix needed emergency surgery in late August after a piece of a common toxic backyard plant blocked her intestine; owner Samantha Cutler now urges pet owners to check their yards as VEG ER in Boynton Beach helped save her life.
The Boca Raton TribuneRead more
Health inspectors reported on Oct. 12-18 reviews in Palm Beach County, where Jersey Mike's Subs (at 6231 Pga Blvd) and KC Palm Beach Gardens LLC (at 11980 San Cristobal Gardens Ave) earned perfect scores; restaurant owners are not required to display scores so residents can view details online.
The Palm Beach PostRead more