Time & tide
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
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
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
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
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 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
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 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, [...]
New chapter for American Icon Brewery
New chapter for American Icon Brewery With new ownership and a clear vision for the future, Bev-Point has embarked upon a new chapter for American Icon Brewery, the beloved Vero Beach landmark housed in the historic 1926 diesel power plant. The diesel plant, originally built in 1926 to power the City of Vero Beach, is [...]
BofA raises U.S. minimum hourly wage to $25, increasing starting salary to more than $50K
BofA raises U.S. minimum hourly wage to $25, increasing starting salary to more than $50K Bank of America has raised its U.S. minimum hourly wage to $25 per hour. With the increase, the minimum annualized salary for full-time employees in the U.S. will rise to more than $50,000. The increase, which goes into effect in [...]