City of Fort Pierce announces shortlist of candidates for police chief position The City of Fort Pierce has advanced seven highly qualified candidates in its search for the next Chief of Police. The recruitment process began with 57 applications from across the nation, representing a diverse pool of experienced law enforcement leaders. After an extensive [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Hamilton Farms open for U-pick’s second season Hamilton Farms reopened for its second u-pick season on Saturday, Oct. 18. Families and outdoor enthusiasts are invited to join the Hamilton family for fun, fresh air, and the joy of picking one’s own pumpkins and fresh from Florida citrus at the popular u-pick, located at 1500 North [...]
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 [...]
From humble beginnings to industry leader: A-1 turns 48 Employee-owned A-1 Global Holdings, Inc. (“A-1”), a manufacturer of structural building components in the Southeastern United States, celebrates its 48th anniversary. Founded in 1977 as A-1 Roof Truss, a small truss operation in Riviera Beach, Florida, the Company has since evolved into one of the most [...]
A.E. Backus Museum marks its 65th season The A.E. Backus Museum announced the exhibitions and events scheduled for its 65th Season, opening in October 2025. Now in its seventh decade, the Museum continues its mission to promote the arts in the community and honor the artistic and humanitarian legacy of our namesake artist, A.E. “Bean” [...]
Passport Saturday returns St. Lucie Clerk & Comptroller, Michelle R. Miller announced the return of Passport Saturday! This special one-time event will be held on September 20th from 8 AM to 1 PM, at the Downtown Fort Pierce location, 201 South Indian River Drive, Fort Pierce. Passport Saturdays are designed to make the passport application process [...]
Harbor Freight signs deal to open new location in Ft. Pierce Harbor Freight has announced it will be opening a new store in Ft. Pierce. The new store will be located at 2125 S Federal Hwy and is expected to open this fall. An official opening date will be announced closer to opening. Construction has [...]
Open house at Pelican Yacht Club The Pelican Yacht Club, long known for its elegance and waterfront views, is opening its doors to the public for an open house on Sat., Sept. 6, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.The afternoon open house will feature hourly guided club tours, refreshments, and an opportunity to discover the [...]