Palm Beach County public schools are officially open! 

Remember, 20 mph is the maximum speed for school zones, and fines are doubled (up to $400) for illegally passing a stopped school bus displaying a stop signal.

Drivers convicted of a second offense within five years could have their license suspended. Also, be aware of the “no texting while driving” law that has a fine and potential points.

I recently had the honor to attend a "Special Spaces" bedroom makeover reveal for Caedyn, a local 4-year-old diagnosed with brain cancer.  

The volunteer-based design team created a police-themed bedroom since Caedyn wants to be a police officer when he grows up.  

To make the day even more special, deputies from Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office and the West Palm Beach Police Department provided Caedyn with a fun-filled day with lots of activities, including a ride in a police car and boat!

Special Spaces' goal is to provide children diagnosed with cancer an exceptional and comforting space, not only for sleep but to play, heal and find solace in while they fight to overcome the challenges of their illnesses. Each bedroom features a custom-design reflective of the child's personality and interests.

Disc ball is a growing trend in parks nationwide! With rules similar to golf, players use a Frisbee (or disc) instead of a golf ball and clubs. 

The disc is thrown from a tee-off area and instead of a hole in the ground, players aim for an elevated metal basket.

The county offers courses at Okeeheelee Park and West Delray Regional Park.

Palm Beach County's award-winning park system includes over 8,000 acres of parkland and 110 park properties with a wide range of amenities including sports, fitness, environmental and cultural activities.

Looking for the best source to discover the heartbeat of a community? Tune in to my podcast, Palm Beach County Perspective, providing all the latest news, current events, the lowdown on what's happening and a bit of history of one of the most beautiful corners of America.

Join us each episode for spirited conversation, strong opinions, special guests and most importantly, a fresh and unique perspective.

The Palm Beach County Food Bank donates food to nearly 200 partnering agencies - including food pantries, soup kitchens, residential facilities and other social service organizations right here in our county.

With the addition of their facility in Lake Worth Beach, the organization is able to distribute more than 11 million pounds of food annually, reaching nearly 300,000 county residents.

The Food Bank is always in need of volunteers, donations and food for their pantry. For more information, please call 561-670-2518. 

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The Lake Worth Inlet was dredged and opened at the present location in 1918, separating Palm Beach from Singer Island.

Initially, it was not deep enough for large ships. The inlet was enlarged to 200 feet wide and 10 feet deep the following year. In 1920 the Port of Palm Beach opened, and the first oceangoing cargo ship entered the port in 1925.

Ten years later, the jetties were added, and the channel was deepened to 20 feet, then to 25 feet in 1945, and to 35 feet (its current depth) in 1967.