Good morning, West Palm Beach.

Southdale Publix, a community landmark, closed its doors on Sept.

28, 2026 at 11:59 a.m. ET, marking the end of decades of cherished family memories. Plans are underway to rebuild the store into a larger, modern location that honors its history (a nod to a lifetime of community stories).

Local leaders advanced this week—JFK Hospital named Sarah Siebert as assistant chief nursing officer and Engel Völkers Palm Beach named a new broker of record; Jupiter Inlet Colony officials were honored, Discover The Palm Beaches promoted top executives, and local businesses excelled in Boca Helping Hands Corporate Challenge.

Art with a Heart will take place on Oct.

16 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens and benefit the Perry J. Cohen Foundation — an event celebrating modern art and reflecting on the local legacy following Cohen's disappearance at sea over a decade ago.

Florida's minimum wage will increase to $15 an hour tomorrow, Sept.

30, following a constitutional amendment approved by voters in 2020. The tipped rate will rise to $11.98 though experts say even fulltime work may not meet a living wage.

King tides may cause moderate coastal flooding today in West Palm Beach as a coastal flood advisory is in effect and tides are expected to last about 3 hours; residents are advised to steer clear of low-lying areas.

Palm Beach County officials recently reviewed a transportation master plan that forecasts $8 billion in fixes for heavy traffic on Northlake, Southern and Old Dixie highways.

The study outlines improvements (such as adaptive signals and flex lanes) that will guide future project decisions.

County commissioners approved up to $5 million for water and wastewater upgrades to redevelop the long-vacant Don King Arena site in Mangonia Park (the largest undeveloped parcel east of I‑95).

The move could unlock plans for up to 2,000 apartments and commercial uses that will boost local tax revenue.

A nor'easter — a strong cold front — produced rough seas and 6-to-8-foot waves at Juno Beach on Sept.

27 and 28, drawing local surfers into action. Photos show churning surf and strong winds in the wake of the storm.