VBMA campaign reaches $110 million
VERO BEACH — The Vero Beach Museum of Art has raised $110 million toward its $126 million capital campaign for a new museum building and campus transformation, the institution announced this month.
Rooted in Community, Blooming for Generations
Tucked along Savannah Road in Fort Pierce, Heathcote Botanical Gardens stands as a testament to the enduring power of community vision and green space preservation. Established in 1986, this nonprofit garden has grown from a modest idea into a vibrant cultural and educational hub serving the Treasure Coast.
Where History Meets Celebration: Inside Fort Pierce’s 500 Orange Event Center
In downtown Fort Pierce, a historic landmark has found new purpose as one of the Treasure Coast’s most memorable event destinations. 500 Orange Event Center, owned by Stan and Jean Synkoski, blends timeless architecture with modern elegance, creating a setting that feels both rich in character and alive with possibility for life’s most meaningful moments.
From ER Nurse to Community Care Leader
In the quiet intensity of a hospital emergency room, Colby Bechtold often wondered what happened to patients after they left. As an ER nurse, he saw many seniors return repeatedly, not because their conditions couldn’t be managed, but because they lacked support at home. At the same time, Bechtold was raising his son as a single parent while helping care for his aging grandparents, giving him insight into the challenges families face when seeking dependable in-home care.
A Legacy of Smiles: Rowe Family Dentistry
In the heart of Fort Pierce, a dental practice with deep community roots continues to redefine what patient care looks like. At Rowe Family Dentistry, a legacy that began more than six decades ago continues to thrive — built on a foundation of trust, compassion and genuine connection with every patient who walks through the door.
Bev Smith Toyota completes renovation, expansion in Fort Pierce
Bev Smith Toyota in Fort Pierce has completed a renovation and expansion project aimed at updating the dealership’s facilities and increasing operational capacity. The project included a full interior renovation of the existing building, an expanded showroom and the addition of a new adjacent structure. The updated facility at 3350 S. U.S. Highway 1 reflects Toyota’s current design standards and features reconfigured customer and staff areas.
Home prices ease on Treasure Coast
After years of overheated prices and tight inventory, parts of the Treasure Coast housing market may finally be offering buyers a break. Across Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties, early 2026 data suggests a market that is becoming more balanced. In Martin County, home sales are up while prices have dropped sharply. In St. Lucie and Indian River counties, the market appears steadier, with some signs of renewed momentum.
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Bailey presents Mackin and Gruber
Bailey presents Mackin and Gruber The Bailey Art Gallery is pleased to present a two-person exhibition featuring local painter Dan Mackin, whose highly stylized work spans multiple mediums, and photographer M.E. Gruber, who documented the burgeoning surf scene in Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast in the 1960s and early 70s. The exhibition opens [...]
Nominations for 2026 Martin County Business Awards open May 1
Nominations for 2026 Martin County Business Awards open May 1 Everyone appreciates a well-earned “pat on the back” for work well done. Now this is your chance to provide that shot of encouragement to others and possibly elevate your chosen recipient to one of the most celebrated stages of recognition in our community. That’s right: [...]