Category: About the Area

Jun 10
West Palm Beach Named America’s Sweatiest City

A new study ranks West Palm Beach as the sweatiest city in America thanks to its heat and humidity.

Jun 10
Could West Palm Beach Get Florida’s Tallest Wooden Skyscraper?

A proposed 25-story timber tower in Downtown West Palm Beach could become the tallest wood-framed building in Florida.

Jun 10
Garden Butcher Opens in Downtown West Palm Beach

Garden Butcher brings its popular seed-oil-free menu and grab-and-go meals to Downtown West Palm Beach.

Jun 10
West Palm Beach’s Fourth of July Celebration Adds a Dazzling New Twist

West Palm Beach’s 4th on Flagler returns July 4, 2026, with fireworks, live music, and a new laser show.

Jun 10
Pine Crest School Is Expanding to West Palm Beach

Pine Crest plans a new West Palm Beach campus as demand grows for top-tier education in Palm Beach County.

Jun 10
A New Country Music Festival Is Taking Over Downtown West Palm Beach

Alan Jackson’s 5 O’Clock Somewhere Fest brings country music and waterfront vibes to West Palm Beach.

May 31
Palm Beach County’s Michelin Guide Just Got a Shakeup

Palm Beach County’s Michelin lineup evolves as Emelina earns a star and new local favorites gain recognition.

May 27
Hurricane Season Starts June 1 — Here’s What to Know

Hurricane season starts June 1 with NOAA forecasting up to 14 named storms and 6 hurricanes in 2026.

May 27
South Florida’s Startup & Tech Boom Is Reaching West Palm Beach

West Palm Beach is becoming part of one of the world’s fastest-growing startup and tech regions in South Florida.

May 27
AI & Quantum Tech Are Picking Up Momentum in West Palm Beach

West Palm Beach is gaining momentum in AI and quantum tech as firms, talent, and innovation investment grow locally.

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