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Hi Jupiter, we made it to Thursday! In today’s edition: D-Wave’s HQ move, a Corvette show, a Puppy Bowl underdog, and more.
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
South Florida’s tech surge: D-Wave announced it will move its headquarters to Boca Raton and establish a major R&D hub at BRiC, while FAU signed a $20 million deal for an Advantage2 quantum computer — read the full story.
Hockey standout aligns with healthcare: Florida Panthers star Matthew Tkachuk has joined Baptist Health South Florida as a brand ambassador, boosting community outreach and marketing across Palm Beach County, including hospitals serving Jupiter — read the full story.
Inside the Third Era: A winter exhibition in Palm Beach is open, exploring post-Depression architecture where affordability, style, and patriotism shaped design, including small house plans. Free and open to the public — read the full story.
Expanding fair housing enforcement: After a study documented decades of discrimination, Palm Beach County is stepping up efforts as the Office of Equal Opportunity has issued an RFP for law firms to represent complainants — see how to get involved.
Gold & silver are hot: Last year was gold’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150%… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. If you’re curious about adding precious metals to your IRA or portfolio as a market hedge, American Hartford has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.
Compare rates for free: Insurance prices drop all the time, but you’ll only know if you check. I assumed my rate was fine until I compared options and realized I was leaving real money on the table. It took a minute to check and instantly showed better offers for where I live. If it’s been more than a few months, you should probably run this comparison tool here.
One pet emergency can easily cost $7,000+ but pet insurance helps ease the financial and emotional burden. It’s something I wish I’d had after spending $10k on last-minute surgery for my cat (her name is Miss Stache). I learned my lesson and signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
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🫶 We got your back
Dine to make a difference: Empty Bowls Palm Beach returns for its 13th year on February 6 at The Episcopal Church of Bethesda-by-the-Sea. Expect hand-painted bowls and unlimited signature soups from local spots. Proceeds support the food bank’s Childhood Hunger Initiatives, including School Pantry and Weekend Meal programs. See participating restaurants and details.
Underdogs in the spotlight: South Florida’s Little Eve from Barky Pines Animal Rescue and Sanctuary in Loxahatchee will compete in the Puppy Bowl, promoting shelter pet adoption. Her mom was saved from an urgent euthanasia list. This is Barky Pines’ third year represented, and the event will also feature 15 special needs dogs. Read the full story.
Treasure hunt with purpose: Jupiter Medical Center Thrift Shop delivers the rummage-to-‘whoa, I found it’ thrill, with clothing, household gadgets, jewelry, art, and furniture. Operated by the hospital’s Auxiliary, every purchase supports Jupiter Medical Center programs… so your treasure hunt has heart.
Rolls worth a detour: Koon Manee Thai & Sushi Restaurant turns out bright, made-to-order sushi and sashimi, plus comforting Thai staples, in a relaxed, modern room. When you want dinner that feels easy yet a little special, consider this your treat-yourself, without-the-fuss kind of place.
A smart way to save on big purchases: When costs hit the tens of thousands, credit card and personal loan interest racks up fast. A HELOC lets you tap into your home’s equity as a flexible line of credit at a lower rate… all without refinancing your mortgage. I’ve been looking into this myself, and Figure’s HELOC stood out for its 100% online application, no in-person appraisal, and quick access to cash.
Your neighbors are Googling you:It’s an uncomfortable thought, but people search names all the time — employers, new friends, other parents at school pickup. If something negative, outdated, or misleading shows up on the first page, it can shape how people see you before you ever meet. BetterReputation helps push down unwanted search results so the first impression you make actually reflects who you are today. And if it’s not your name, you can help a friend or family member with that too.
Get clarity on financial decisions: Managing retirement, taxes, and investments alone can feel overwhelming, especially during big life transitions. Financial advisors provide holistic guidance, help reduce risk, and keep emotions away from costly decisions. I found a tool called Unbiased that matches you with the right financial advisor based on your personal situation so you can get a second opinion… it never hurts.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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🥾 Hike/walk to Masten Dam @ Riverbend Park | Friday (2/6) at 10:00 AM – Skip the errands and follow Trip Leader Jim Augustine on a mellow hike to Masten Dam along the Wild and Scenic Loxahatchee. It’s the good Florida, all river bends, birdsong, and shade. Meet in the office breezeway, bring water, and your Friday sanity.
🎥 Films on the Field @ The Gardens North County District Park | Friday (2/6) at 6:30 PM – Spreading blankets, corralling kids, and pretending popcorn counts as dinner, Films on the Field is back at The Gardens for First Fridays, November through February. Free outdoor movies under the stars with house sorting, photo ops, mini dragons, costumes, and snack vendors.
🌱 Ask a Master Gardener @ Jupiter Branch Library | Saturday (2/7) at 10:00 AM – A UF/IFAS Master Gardener is setting up shop to field your burning questions, diagnose mystery wilt, and settle the mulch debate. Bring your curiosity, your sad tomato, and your pride, and you might even leave smug.
☕ Art & Literature on the Farm: Alice in Wonderland’s Valentine Tea Party @ Rocking K Farm | Saturday (2/7) at 10:00 AM – Think you’re too grown-up for fairy tales? The farm is turning into a mash-up Valentine tea where Alice meets Neverland, with Peter Pan, Tinker Bell, and a bona fide shipwreck recovery expert showing real treasure. Bring the grandkids, your curiosity, and your inner child.
🎉 Jupiter Jubilee @ Town of Jupiter Municipal Campus | Saturday (2/7) at 11:00 AM – Nothing beats a free community bash where you can catch live performances, browse local vendors, and actually meet the folks running the town. Jupiter Jubilee takes over the municipal campus with kid chaos, grown-up conversations, and neighborly noshing, all with zero admission guilt.
🍽 Food Around the World 2026 @ Els for Autism | Saturday (2/7) at 6:00 PM – Whether your passport’s expired or your spice tolerance tops out at black pepper, TLA’s Food Around the World lets you eat your way across the globe without leaving town. Grab tickets, claim a VIP table, or volunteer as a chef, then arrive hungry.
🎸 True Rumors @ Double Roads Tavern | Saturday (2/7) at 8:00 PM – True Rumors is bringing peak Fleetwood Mac to Double Roads Tavern, with the look, the harmonies, and all the sing-alongs. Think Dreams, The Chain, Rhiannon, Go Your Own Way, and zero arena parking headaches. Grab the crew, order something strong, and harmonize like it’s ’77.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Jupiter report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 66°F – Low: 44°F – Precip: 70%
Rain showers likely between 8am and 4pm. Partly sunny. High near 66, with temperatures falling to around 60 in the afternoon. West wind 8 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 44. Wind chill values as low as 39. Northwest wind 17 to 22 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 62°F – Low: 51°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 62. Northwest wind 13 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Later: Clear, with a low around 51. West wind 13 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.
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🔥 Worth a peek
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