Daily editionFriday, October 30th, 2026
Good morning, Palm Beach Gardens.
The 5AM Palm Beach Gardens Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of October.
Community
211 Palm Beach and Treasure Coast says nearly 3,000 veterans used 211 in the 2025–26 fiscal year and about 1,100 were referred by friends, family, or agencies.
The free, confidential 24/7 service connects veterans across five counties to benefits and emotional support; call (2-1-1 or 1-844-MYFLVET).
The Boca Raton TribuneRead more
On Oct. 28, Grandview Preparatory School student government delivered 7,042 donated items to the Forgotten Soldiers Outreach warehouse in Boca Raton, wrapping up the school's supply drive (nearly 20 years) to send care packages to deployed U.S. military personnel.
The Boca Raton TribuneRead more
Explore the Lake Worth Lagoon at the free 13th annual LagoonFest on Saturday, Oct. 31 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 201 Fern St. in downtown West Palm Beach, with scientist-led boat tours, wildlife presentations, exhibitor booths, and a Kids Zone with face painting + fishing-casting activities.
CBS 12Read more
Education
Palm Beach County School District will give students the day off for Election Day and has additional school closures planned in November (parents should check the district calendar for exact dates and schedules).
The Palm Beach PostRead more
Environment
Florida Power & Light shared tips on Oct. 29 to help homeowners find 'phantom' standby power that can add 5–10% to bills; use power strips for TV + gaming consoles, unplug chargers and occasional-use appliances, and check FPL's WaystoSave tools for rebates and the Energy Manager.
The Boca Raton TribuneRead more
Government
Community leaders are urging Palm Beach County residents to use early voting through the Souls to the Polls (nonpartisan) push, with Sunday, Nov. 1 set as the last day of early voting; organizers include former state Rep. James Hank Harper Jr. and Riviera Beach official Erik Range.
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Health
If a loved one with dementia suddenly becomes much more confused or starts wandering, it could be delirium from a UTI or another treatable cause; arrange prompt medical evaluation today or as soon as symptoms begin so clinicians can check for infection, dehydration, medication effects, or metabolic problems.
The Boca Raton TribuneRead more