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ICYMI: We heard this past Sunday on WPTV's To The Point, with Michael Williams from Stet News founder Joel Engelhardt on the future of local journalism, and how Stet is working to fill critical gaps in local reporting. #publicinterest #localnews #palmbeachcounty

In Juno Beach (pop. 3,800), a debate over a proposed code of conduct imploded into a public confrontation over Nazi Germany and the Holocaust and lead to a council resignation - spotlighting how even small-town governance grapples with free speech and civil discourse in 2024. Meanwhile across the county: 🗳Several cities won't hold March elections due to uncontested seats. 🦎 Lake Worth Beach's second public pool just closed (the first closed in 2017). ✈️ A new $150K museum exhibition reveals how tourism created modern Palm Beach County. The through line? How our communities balance growth, governance, and the preservation of what makes Palm Beach County unique. Stet brings you important community news and real-time insight into one of Florida's fastest-growing business markets. From uncontested local elections to infrastructure challenges, these stories shape our business environment. Get the full stories this week from Stet 👇 Subscribe to Stet's weekly newsletter and get the best Palm Beach County updates delivered straight to your inbox. #PalmBeachCounty #LocalGovernance #FloridaBusiness #CommunityDevelopment"

'Tourism birthed Florida.' - A bold statement from Palm Beach County's Historical Society CEO and President Jeremy Johnson. But the numbers tell the story: ✴ From 1880s sportsmen seeking fish & game ✴ To Henry Flagler's 1893 railroad bringing NY society south ✴ To today's $9B tourism economy in Palm Beach County The Historical Society just launched a $150K exhibition on tourism's impact. Discover The Palm Beaches backed it with $25K, seeing it as investment in our destination story. As our region grows beyond tourism into a business & tech hub, understanding how we got here - and what still draws people to Palm Beach County - matters more than ever. Read the rest 👇

Sometimes the best news stories show how communities adapt and grow. This week in Palm Beach County: The old Palm Beach Kennel Club - where racing greyhounds once ran - is getting new life as "Camp Rusty," a shelter for more than 100 dogs and cats left homeless when tornadoes from Hurricane Milton destroyed their rescue ranch. The Rooney family stepped up when they heard about the devastation. As Furry Friends CEO Jason Gluck put it: "They're saving lives." Speaking of adaptation: A former office building in Palm Beach Gardens just sold for $32.5M and will become 620 apartments near a proposed Tri-Rail station. It's one piece of how our region is changing. And tourism? Despite what you might read about Florida, Palm Beach County welcomed 9 million visitors last year. They supported 90,000 local jobs. Want the full stories on how Palm Beach County is evolving? Read the rest here 👇

Historic Preservation Meets Environmental Challenge: The Jupiter Lighthouse Story Federal managers are seeking $16 million to protect one of Palm Beach County's most iconic landmarks from shoreline erosion. This isn't just about preserving history - it's about smart coastal management and economic impact. The plan includes: 21 breakwaters Native plant restoration New water taxi infrastructure 800-foot boardwalk This project exemplifies the complex intersection of historical preservation, environmental protection, and public access management. For environmental and civil engineers: What innovative solutions have you seen for similar coastal preservation challenges? #HistoricPreservation #CoastalManagement #Infrastructure

📰 This Week's Stet Scoop: Leadership, Rebranding, and Community Evolution in Palm Beach County. Hey Palm Beach County pros! This week's Stet News digest is serving up a smorgasbord of local developments that could reshape our community. Let's break it down: 🚨 Sheriff's Health Scrutiny: Our top lawman's fitness for office is under the microscope. It's sparking a debate on leadership transparency vs. privacy. Where do you stand? 🧯 Jupiter's Fire Department Drama: A judge just poured cold water on a referendum about the town's fire services. It's a case study in local governance and citizen initiatives. 🦉 Farewell FAU, Hello Florida Atlantic: Our local university is rebranding. Bold move or risky business? Marketing gurus, we need your hot takes! 🎬 Lights, Camera, Action: The Subtropic Film Festival is back, putting our local film scene in the spotlight. Creative economy, anyone? 🏗️ Goodbye, Loehmann's Plaza: A Palm Beach Gardens landmark is making way for... well, we're not sure yet. Urban planners and real estate mavens, time to speculate! These stories aren't just news—they're glimpses into the evolving fabric of our community. How might they impact our local economy, quality of life, and future development? Let's get a conversation going. Whether you're in public policy, business, education, or just a passionate local, your insights can help shape our collective understanding. Drop your thoughts below. What story resonates most with your professional experience? How do you see these developments playing out? #PalmBeachCounty #CommunityDevelopment #LocalLeadership #StetNews

🏗️ From Silver Screen to New Scene: Stet News reports on the demolition of the PGA Cinema 6, marking the end of an era and the potential beginning of a new chapter in local development. This site's transformation from a bustling shopping center to a vacant lot, and now to... what exactly? That's the big question. With a $16.5 million investment by Drury Development, the stakes are high. For our urban planners, real estate pros, and local business leaders: What kind of development would best serve the community here? What lessons can we draw from similar transformations in other communities? Thoughts? #UrbanDevelopment #CommunityPlanning #RealEstateTransformation

🚨 Leadership & Transparency: A Palm Beach County Dilemma Our latest Stet newsletter raises a crucial question: How much should the public know about the health of elected officials? Sheriff Ric Bradshaw's fitness for office is under scrutiny, with claims of a heart condition potentially affecting his ability to serve. While the Sheriff's office points to recent public appearances as proof of his capability, questions linger. As professionals and community members, where do we draw the line between privacy and public interest? How does this impact voter trust and governmental operations? Let's discuss: What level of health disclosure should we expect from our elected officials? #LeadershipTransparency #PublicService #CommunityGovernance