Good morning, Boca Raton.

Over 500 women leaders and entrepreneurs gathered last Thursday at Boca Raton Innovation Campus for the Called to Lead conference co-hosted by Sandi Glandt and Kelly Roach.

The event focused on balancing business growth with faith, family, and health while launching a year-round support network.

The Cultural Council is celebrating National Arts & Humanities Month with 31 daily events this October including art exhibits at its headquarters and local performances like Philharmonia No. 1 at Lynn University this weekend; Boca Raton residents are invited to explore more arts events throughout the month.

Weather experts warn that tropical conditions in October and early November can create strong storms that may lead to dangerous conditions in our backyard — as past hurricanes like Wilma and Nicole brought power outages and flooding.

Residents should prepare and stay alert this season.

Boca Raton Utility Services is treating tap water with free chlorine instead of chloramine so residents may detect a slight chlorine taste until Oct.

11. Hydrant flushing continues and those needing special care for dialysis, aquariums, or seafood storage are urged to seek expert advice (for additional safety).

Former mayor Steven Abrams recalled how local teams responded to the anthrax mail threat 25 years ago during a Q and A event.

He noted that emergency responders and coordinated efforts with federal agencies kept the community informed and secure after the incident.

Hundreds of residents attended a heated meeting at the South County Civic Center on Friday to discuss Agricultural Reserve developments that include a DMV office, nursing home and Islamic center.

Many missed out because of tight capacity, and Commissioner Sachs will hold a larger follow-up meeting to address community concerns.

Kimberley Knapp, founder of Skin Apeel Day Spa, explains that proper care for your skin barrier helps keep skin smooth and healthy amid Boca Raton’s year-round sun and humidity.

She advises that using fewer treatments may restore hydration and prevent irritation—reflecting 45 years of trusted experience.

The Boca Raton Tribune will host its Health & Wellness Expo on Saturday, Oct.

24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 980 N Federal Hwy #110 where local health experts and businesses will connect with community members for free registration.

Palm Health Foundation launches its Brain Health Network with the tenth Train the Brain campaign this October to boost brain wellness across Palm Beach County.

The initiative offers free events—starting Friday, Oct. 9 in Delray Beach and continuing later in West Palm Beach and Boynton Beach—to share science-backed approaches.

Construction is underway on The Eclipse at the Office Depot campus on N.

Military Trail as developers build new apartments, an Equinox, and retail restaurant spaces; the 494-unit rental community is set to finish in summer (2028).

High school football Week 7 games lit up Palm Beach County on Oct.

2 as teams battled, with West Boca Raton winning 31-0 over Glades Central amid postponed matches on Oct. 1 due to rain; The Palm Beach Post tracked scores from district and non-district contests.