Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of September.
Good morning, Delray Beach.
Musician Jon Bon Jovi became a two-time grandpa when his daughter-in-law Millie Bobby Brown and son Jake Bongiovi adopted a baby boy on Sept.
18. The family shared the news on social media (with a post saying 'hi little guy') and Bon Jovi, a part-time Palm Beach resident, welcomed the new addition.
Researchers at FAU’s Marine Science Laboratory in Boca Raton are studying how heavy summer rains cool beach sand and affect sea turtle hatchling sex ratios—potentially increasing male numbers.
The ongoing work will guide conservation efforts on local beaches.
Residents in The Acreage are dealing with floodwaters as 9 inches of rain overwhelmed drainage systems and sent water into streets, yards, and canals; officials warn that more rain forecast for the weekend may worsen conditions + crews work to manage water levels.
On Sept. 17, Promise Fund announced free cervical cancer screenings for underserved women in Palm Beach, Broward and Martin counties.
The nonprofit works with local healthcare providers to help uninsured women overcome barriers to essential care.
Palm Beach County high school football showed strong competition on Thursday and Friday, with American Heritage-Delray and King's Academy competing in a key matchup (both teams were undefeated) and Washington D.C.
St. John's facing West Boca Raton in another notable contest.
Thursday high school football games finished with close scores in Palm Beach County while heavy rain on Friday led to postponements.
Scores such as King’s Academy 25, American Heritage-Delray 24 in overtime highlighted a competitive Week 5 in the FHSAA season.
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