A.E. Backus Museum marks its 65th season The A.E. Backus Museum announced the exhibitions and events scheduled for its 65th Season, opening in October 2025. Now in its seventh decade, the Museum continues its mission to promote the arts in the community and honor the artistic and humanitarian legacy of our namesake artist, A.E. “Bean” [...]
The Source adds two new buses to its fleet Thanks to the funding provided in a public/private partnership between the City of Orlando's Community Redevelopment Agency, and The Christian Service Center for the Homeless in Orlando, The Source in Vero Beach has brought two more Dignity Buses in their fleet to fruition. The Source is [...]
ARC of the Treasure Coast unveils new T.I.P. Community Center The ARC of the Treasure Coast has purchased and closed on a building in Port St. Lucie that will house its new T.I.P. Community Center. The property at 451 SW Ravenswood Lane was formerly the Vista Gardens Ballroom. The facility will be home to the [...]
Referendum to buy natural lands in Martin County passes Martin County voters took decisive action on Nov. 5 to preserve its character and protect its natural resources for generations to come by approving a one-half cent sales tax for conservation efforts. The Martin County Forever referendum, which passed with nearly 63.93% of the vote, is demonstrates [...]
When Gwen McLeod awakes each morning, it’s with more than one purpose. For the first part of her day, this Fort Pierce native and mother of six gets dressed to head to her day job at Fort Pierce Preparatory Academy. She spends the hours between 6:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. as the school’s front desk clerk.
Natalie’s Orchid Island Juice Co. sold Fort Pierce based Natalie’s Orchid Island Juice Company has been sold to Perricone Farms, a company out of Newport Beach, California. Despite the change of beaches it calls home, you’re not likely to notice any change in the taste or look of Natalie’s legendary juices. According to the company’s [...]
When Gwen McLeod awakes each morning, it’s with more than one purpose. For the first part of her day, this Fort Pierce native and mother of six gets dressed to head to her day job at Fort Pierce Preparatory Academy. She spends the hours between 6:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. as the school’s front desk clerk.
Athena Society elects to acquire Robert Henri’s Modiste for the VBMA’s American Modern Collection The Vero Beach Museum of Art (VBMA) hosted its annual Athena Society Dinner recently with a record 185 guests in attendance. The event is one of the highlights of the Museum’s calendar as this esteemed group supports the enhancement of the Museum's [...]
The Will-Burt Company acquires Aluma Tower Company, Inc. The Will-Burt Company, a world leader in the design, manufacture and sale of mobile telescoping mast, tower, and integrated trailer systems, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Aluma Tower Company, Inc. Aluma has been a leader in the design, manufacture, sales, and service of mobile telescoping [...]
ARC of the Treasure Coast acquires Alice’s Restaurant for job training The ARC of the Treasure Coast is getting into the restaurant business. The organization acquired Alice’s Family Restaurant, A Caring Cafe at 2781 S.E. Ocean Blvd. in Stuart. A soft launch and ribbon cutting ceremony was held on Thursday, Dec. 21, 2023. The fully operational restaurant [...]