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 [...]
Post Insurance family discovers "Revolutionary roots" As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, the Post family of Post Insurance has discovered a direct ancestor who served in the American Revolution, adding a personal chapter to the family-owned agency's long history of community service and local business leadership. Kathy Post, second-generation owner of Post Insurance, [...]
Business Awards nominations open 2026 Martin County Business Awards presented by Bank of America and hosted by the Business Development Board of Martin County. Nomination period June 1 - June 30, 2026. Hosted by the Business Development Board of Martin County. Nomination period June 1 - June 30, 2026 Community, third-party, and self-nominations are permitted. Nomination [...]
A.E. Backus is a Blue Star Museum The A.E. Backus Museum will participate in Blue Star Museums, a collaboration among the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense and museums across the United States to offer free admission to the nation's active duty military personnel and their families through Labor Day, September [...]
Martin County’s Agnini among 30 Under 30 in nationwide Rising Industry Professionals program Destinations International (DI), the world’s leading and most trusted association representing destination organizations and convention and visitors bureaus (CVBs), announced its “30 Under 30” and “Rising Industry Professionals” classes for 2026. Among the top thirty was Martin County’s own Anna-Grace Agnini, Environmental [...]
Nominations for 2026 Martin County Business Awards open May 1 Everyone appreciates a well-earned “pat on the back” for work well done. Now this is your chance to provide that shot of encouragement to others and possibly elevate your chosen recipient to one of the most celebrated stages of recognition in our community. That’s right: [...]
Martin County innovators fly high at aviation event Innovators working to reach a higher elevation in the evolution of aviation technology recently convened at Florida Institute of Technology in Melbourne—and two aerospace companies with ties to Martin County joined them. Florida Advanced Air Mobility Pitch Day attracted companies pioneering new plateaus in drones, uncrewed aerial systems and [...]
The Source Dignity Bus Initiative recognizes March as National Sleep Awareness Month Sleep is one of the most basic human needs, yet it is often one of the first things lost when someone experiences homelessness. Without a safe and stable place to rest, many individuals spend nights trying to stay awake enough to remain safe. [...]