Former Stuart mayor named interim BDBMC director The Business Development Board of Martin County has appointed Troy McDonald interim executive director. McDonald was unanimously appointed Sept. 23 by the BDBMC board of directors. McDonald joined the organization in 2025 as director of economic development after more than a decade in public office, including four years [...]
Janean Barrows named director of growth at Hummingbird Care Hummingbird Care Services has named Janean Barrows director of growth and innovation, a role focused on expanding access to dependable, personalized care for seniors and adults who want to remain safely and comfortably at home. The company was named best home care agency in the WFLX Viewers’ [...]
FAU names Michael Twardowski Endowed Professor Michael Twardowski, Ph.D., an internationally recognized expert in optical oceanography and marine sensing technologies, has been appointed the Edwin A. Link Ocean Technology and Defense Endowed Professor at Florida Atlantic University’s Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute. The appointment marks the first endowed professorship at FAU Harbor Branch and was made [...]
Mayor Hudson appointed to FLC Finance Committee Mayor Linda Hudson has been appointed to the Florida League of Cities’ 2026-27 Finance and Taxation Policy Committee, one of five legislative policy committees that help shape the organization’s advocacy priorities. In this role, Hudson will help develop the League’s legislative platform, which identifies priority issues affecting municipal [...]
St. Lucie celebrates 2026 workplace award winners Business leaders, human resources professionals and community partners gathered for the 25th Anniversary Best Places to Work Treasure Coast Awards Celebration, recognizing St. Lucie County employers for workplace excellence. Hosted by Personnel Dynamics Consulting and the HR & Business Leaders Council of Florida at voco Sandpiper All-Inclusive Resort, [...]
Visit Indian River County wins two awards Visit Indian River County has received two 2026 Shining Example Awards from the Southeast Tourism Society, earning Tourism Office of the Year — $1 Million or Less and Best Tourism Marketing — $500,000-$999,999 Marketing Budget. The awards were presented during the society’s Shining Example Awards ceremony, held as [...]
Nominations now open: Dan K. Richardson Entrepreneur of the Year Award Do you know an entrepreneur whose vision, leadership, and business success have made a lasting impact on the Treasure Coast? The Dan K. Richardson Entrepreneur of the Year Award recognizes exceptional entrepreneurs who demonstrate innovation, economic impact, community engagement, and outstanding leadership. Help us [...]
Florida Remembered Society wins humanities grant Florida Humanities has awarded Florida Remembered Society a $10,000 Public Humanities Program Grant to support “Feeding the American Spirit: 250 Years of Florida’s Homegrown History,” a yearlong series of cultural heritage programs and events highlighting Florida’s role in the American story. The Florida Remembered Society programs will commemorate America250 [...]
Cathy DeSchouwer named 2026 Gator100 honoree Crossover Mission Co-Founder and Executive Director Cathy DeSchouwer has been named a 2026 Gator100 honoree by the University of Florida, recognizing alumni who lead some of the world's fastest-growing businesses and organizations. The recognition reflects the growth of Crossover Mission, a nonprofit youth development organization DeSchouwer co-founded with Antoine [...]
Fort Pierce officials named Home Rule Heroes The City of Fort Pierce announced that Mayor Linda Hudson and Commissioner Curtis Johnson Jr. have been named 2026 Home Rule Heroes by the Florida League of Cities. The annual award recognizes local government officials who work to protect the home rule authority of Florida municipalities and advocate [...]