Groundbreaking ceremony for Indian River Drive Corridor Improvements Project The City of Fort Pierce invites the community to celebrate a major milestone in downtown revitalization with a Groundbreaking Ceremony for the Indian River Drive Corridor Improvements Project on Thurs., Nov. 6, 2025, at 9 a.m. at Veterans Memorial Park, located at 600 N. Indian River [...]
In Martin County, economic growth doesn’t just happen. It is the product of strategic planning, coordinated effort and a commitment to preserving the area’s natural beauty. Carrying out that responsibility is the Business Development Board of Martin County, the county’s official economic development partner. Established in 1991, its mission is to champion and strengthen the local economy by supporting local businesses, attracting investment and creating jobs.
Only a few fortunate souls really knew Ron DiMenna. But to the people along the Space Coast, throughout Florida — and around the world — he was the iconic entrepreneur and king of the surfing lifestyle as founder of Ron Jon Surf Shop.
Dyer Difference Award recognizes little birthdays and big moments It is believed that approximately 75 percent of the population experiences glossophobia, or fear of public speaking. That translates to more than 200 million worldwide, and sometimes that fear can limit individuals, especially youth, from doing and becoming all they want to be. The pros at [...]
17th annual Indian River Boat Sale returns to Vero Beach The 17th Annual Indian River Marine Flea Market & Boat Sale is set to take place on Nov. 1-2, 2025, at the Indian River Fairgrounds in Vero Beach. This highly anticipated event brings together boating enthusiasts, seafood lovers, and families for a weekend of marine [...]
An evening with Emerson Lake and Palmer - kicking Off MusicWorks Concerts 13th season MusicWorks kicks off its 13th season of concerts with a Special Engagement Show on Thurs., Nov. 13, at 7 p.m. Straight from England with fall tour dates in the U.S., and often requested by their dedicated fans, is Emerson Lake and Palmer (informally known [...]
Martin Loan Fund launches to empower local entrepreneurs The Business Development Board of Martin County (BDBMC) and Inclusifi launched the Martin Loan Fund, a new resource to help smaller, newer businesses – many of which are newer and smaller – to access much-needed capital. This partnership connects local entrepreneurs with a mission-driven lender in order [...]
Affluent Americans increase donations by 30% over past decade, even as fewer give Affluent Americans are giving more and giving with purpose, even as fewer are giving. The newly released 2025 Bank of America Study of Philanthropy, conducted in partnership with the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, found that total charitable contributions from affluent donors have surged [...]
Education Foundation retains Gabby Rothman to lead development The Education Foundation of St. Lucie County has retained area business leader Gabby Rothman as its contracted Business Development Executive in response to an exponential increase in growth in St. Lucie County. Rothman, founder and principal of G-Force Strategies, brings decades of public service, marketing expertise, and [...]
Wire 3 connects Port St. Lucie to 100% fiber optic internet Wire 3, a Florida-based 100% fiber internet provider, announced that Port St. Lucie households and businesses officially have access to fiber optic internet. With service installation available, Wire 3’s $12 million investment allows customers in initial construction areas to experience Wire 3’s high-speed service, [...]