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Good morning West Palm Beach! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What Lois Frankel's new campus safety bill could mean for students
  • Palm Beach trims massive fake-grass fines for West Palm Beach business owner.
  • West Palm Beach nonprofit leader earns national recognition for animal welfare work

Also on today's calendar: Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the hospital? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Periods of sun with a t-storm, with a high of 91 and low of 81 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: A few morning showers; humid, temps: high: 90, low: 81.
  • Sunday: Mostly cloudy with a t-storm, with a high of 93 and low of 79 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Frankel bill aims to curb college campus sexual assault (wpbf.com) — Speaking in West Palm Beach, Congresswoman Lois Frankel unveiled a bipartisan bill to strengthen how colleges handle sexual assault and harassment, including clearer policies, confidential support, and more federal prevention funding. While the legislation targets campuses nationwide, her local push underscores ongoing concern about student safety and transparency for families in Palm Beach County and beyond.
   

2. Code board waives over $90,000 in fines for Palm Beach homeowner (palmbeachdailynews.com) — A Palm Beach code board has cut nearly two years' worth of fines on a homeowner's unapproved artificial grass installation from over $100,000 to $10,000, ending a long-running dispute. The homeowner, who owns Haifa Limestone in West Palm Beach, argued health reasons for the turf and eventually won partial approval after revising his landscaping plans.
   

3. American Humane's Robin Ganzert named one of top nonprofit leaders (palmbeachdailynews.com) — A West Palm Beach resident, Robin Ganzert, has been named to The NonProfit Times 2026 Power & Influence Top 50 list, recognizing her leadership of American Humane. While the honor was celebrated in Washington, D.C., Ganzert's work connects back locally through American Humane's Palm Beach office and her involvement with Palm Beach organizations and philanthropy.
   

4. Brightline Shows People Want More Trains. But Who Will Pay for Them? (goodmenproject.com) — Brightline's parent company has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, but trains serving West Palm Beach, Miami, and Orlando are expected to keep running while the railroad restructures its heavy debt. The story explains how the line's finances, safety record, and expansion plans could affect riders, including West Palm Beach commuters who rely on Brightline for work and leisure trips.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • The Sign Effect: New Survey Reveals 84% of Consumers Say Signage Directly Influences Their Purchase Decisions —J Rodriguez Read on Patch
  • HELP FIND MY DOG: JOSIE
    Last seen in Miami, near 183rd street. Please share to Miami page if possible. She responds to Josie, very friendly dog. She is probably very scared… (Nextdoor Village of Sandalwood Lakes)
  • Just found these two dogs in front of my house off Prosperity farms road.
    If anyone knows who they belong to, please contact me at 561-578-3263 (Nextdoor Prosperity Farms NE)
  • Boot Barn posted a job opening for Inventory Control Associate (Seasonal) in West Palm Beach. Apply here.
  • Blufox Mobile posted a job opening for Xfinity Store Manager Blufox Mobile- Royal Palm in West Palm Beach. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near West Palm Beach here.

Ok West Palm Beach! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the cookie go to the hospital?" — Because he felt crummy. (Thank you Sanda J. for sending it in!)
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