Annual suicide prevention symposium: Surviving Suicide Suncoast Mental Health Center, a leading advocate in mental health awareness and suicide prevention, is hosting its annual Suicide Prevention Symposium on September 20 at Coral Shores Behavioral Health in Stuart. This year’s event, themed “Surviving Suicide,” will bring together mental health professionals, survivors, advocates, and community members to [...]
Alice’s Restaurant closed for renovations Alice’s Family Restaurant, A Caring Cafe in Stuart is closed, but only for a few more days. The restaurant located at 2781 S.E. Ocean Blvd. is getting a facelift. Alice’s will be closed starting Monday, September 9th, 2024. Impact100 Martin County and Loblolly foundation are funding the renovations. ARC of the Treasure [...]
BofA raises minimum hourly wage to $24, increasing starting salary to nearly $50K Bank of America announced that it has raised its U.S. minimum hourly wage to $24 per hour, the latest step in the company’s commitment to $25 by 2025. With the increase, the minimum annualized salary for full-time employees in the U.S. will [...]
UF/IFAS hosts Treasure Coast Agri-Science & Fall Fest On Saturday, Oct. 19-- buy native plants, embark on a garden tour, or visit an aquaculture lab to glimpse at sparkling fish. Meet scientists in their research laboratories—or watch your kids enjoy a scavenger hunt and petting zoo. Add the University of Florida Institute of Food and [...]
United Way of Indian River County announces new board chair and members United Way of Indian River County announced the appointment of five distinguished professionals to its Board of Directors and the promotion of Dr. Katie Nall to Board Chair. Dr. Katie Nall has been a dedicated member of our board since 2017 and will [...]
Welcome home Honor Flight heroes, movie stars, and volunteers. Oh, my! Portrait of American actress and model (and later, disc jockey and veteran's rights activist) Chris Noel, barefoot and dressed in tight leggings and a cropped top shirt, as she bends at the waist, her hands on her knees, and smiles at the camera, [...]
Christie Brinkley to Headline Fashion Meets Art fundraiser at Vero Beach Museum of Art The Vero Beach Museum of Art (VBMA) has announced that Christie Brinkley, renowned as one of the world’s most iconic supermodels, will headline its “Fashion Meets Art” fundraising event on Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025. Ms. Brinkley’s enduring career as a model, [...]
City of Fort Pierce Gold Hammer Award nominations now open The City of Fort Pierce is excited to announce that nominations are now being accepted for the prestigious Gold Hammer Awards. Mayor Linda Hudson invites residents and business owners to participate by recognizing those in the community who have made significant improvements to their properties [...]
Chuck Shaffer named 2024-2025 campaign chair for United Way of Martin County United Way of Martin County is proud to announce that Chuck Shaffer, Chairman and CEO of Seacoast Bank, will serve as the 2024-2025 Campaign Chair. In this leadership role, Chuck will guide and inspire the organization’s annual fundraising efforts, serving as the public [...]
The A.E. Backus Museum announces 2024-‘25 exhibitions and events The A.E. Backus Museum is pleased to announce the scheduled exhibitions and events for 2024-25, our upcoming 64th Season which opens in October. Now in its seventh decade, The Backus Museum continues its mission of promoting the arts in the community and perpetuating the artistic and humanitarian legacy of [...]