VBMA offers Winter Term art classes Artists at all levels are welcome to enroll in VBMA winter workshops and classes. Ten- and five-week courses begin on January 6. A second session of five-week courses begins on February 10. Winter term features a variety of two- and three-day intensive workshops in ceramics, photography, expressive drawing, and [...]
2025 Florida Ranches Calendar - 20 years of tradition and environmental stewardship The 2025 Florida Ranches Calendar is now available for purchase as the perfect holiday gift for anyone who appreciates the natural beauty of authentic “Old Florida. The calendar was first introduced in 2005 to be used as an educational tool to raise public [...]
BofA provides $37,500 in grants to local nonprofits Bank of America recently awarded a total of $37,500 in grants to two Treasure Coast nonprofit organizations helping to address barriers fundamental to economic mobility locally. This second round of local grants the company awards to local nonprofits this year focuses on strengthening broader community vitality by [...]
VNA celebrates five years of Project Wish for Hospice patients The Visiting Nurse Association of the Treasure Coast (VNA) is hosting a photography exhibit of Project Wish recipients at the VNA Hidden Treasures Thrift Store located at 656 21st Street on Miracle Mile in Vero Beach. Project Wish provides wonderful, memorable end-of-life experiences for VNA Hospice patients [...]
Whiskers in Wonderland: A holiday bazaar for a cause The Humane Society of St. Lucie County announces its 4th Annual Holiday Bazaar, Whiskers in Wonderland, on Saturday, Dec. 14th, from 5:00 to 8:00 PM. This free event promises a magical evening filled with family fun, pet-friendly activities, and holiday cheer! Bring the whole family – [...]
Kara Stimpson joins Helping People Succeed as president and CEO Kara Stimpson, the new president and CEO of Helping People Succeed, had an ah-ha moment two years ago while she was touring Florida colleges with her two youngest children. Stimpson says, “We were so enjoying ourselves, driving up the coast of Florida, visiting campuses and [...]
CTA Beneficial Ownership Information reports due The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) went into effect on January 1, 2024, requesting every "Reporting Company" in the U.S. to file a Beneficial Ownership Information Report (BOI Report) with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). The CTA and its regulations are voluminous. This serves as a reminder of some [...]
Treasure Coast Food Bank constructing a disaster-resilient warehouse As disasters continue to devastate communities across the Southeast, Treasure Coast Food Bank has proven to be a lifeline, delivering over 5 million pounds of critical resources—including meals, water, and emergency supplies—in the aftermath of two hurricanes and a series of tornadoes. This rapid and coordinated response [...]
Agricultural leader honored by national FFA organization Mark Kistler, a Florida native and seasoned leader in stakeholder relations and agricultural education, was recently hono red with an Honorary American FFA Degree during the 97th National FFA Convention & Expo held in Indianapolis, Indiana. In a letter presented to Kistler by Billy Hughes, state advisor for [...]
Treasure Coast Builders Association Charitable Fund, Inc. named a DEWALT Grow the Trades Grant recipient Treasure Coast Builders Association Charitable Fund Inc. was recently recognized as a DEWALT Grow the Trades Grant recipient for its efforts to promote skilled trades to young adults. This grant will enhance our Careers in Construction Treasure Coast events, where [...]