Niki Norton elected 2023 president of Treasure Coast Builders Association Maggie Ovedorf, at left, Niki Norton, and Florida State Representative Toby Overdorf. Niki Norton, President and Owner of n2 architecture + design, has been elected President of the Treasure Coast Builders Association (TCBA) for 2023. Her presidency in what has traditionally been a [...]
SBA hurricane relief deadline draws near The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) encourages small businesses in Florida with economic losses due to Hurricane Ian that occurred from Sept. 23 through Nov. 4, 2022, to apply for working capital disaster loans before the June 29 deadline. Small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture, and private nonprofit organizations in the [...]
Fort Pierce Rotary honors business leaders The Fort Pierce Rotary Club recently organized a Business Leaders Luncheon at the Pelican Yacht Club on Seaway Drive. The event was attended by 85 local business leaders and 40 Rotarians. The event's purpose was to recognize the contributions of the business leaders in making Fort Pierce/St. Lucie County [...]
Survey says 76% of small businesses feel well-equipped to survive a recession The majority of U.S. small business owners (72 percent) are concerned about the impact of a potential recession; however, 76 percent are confident their business could withstand the downturn, according to the Bank of America 2023 Small Business Owner Report (PDF). The survey of [...]
Clerk offers new legal resources to local residents St. Lucie Clerk & Comptroller Michelle R. Miller is pleased to announce a new legal resource to assist residents who don't have a lawyer or cannot afford one. The Ask an Attorney program will provide free 20-minute legal consultations with qualified attorneys at the Clerk's main office [...]
FDOT hosts public meeting concerning 25th Street The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) invites the public to attend an IN-PERSON MEETING tonight, Tuesday, May 2, 2023, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at the River Walk Center located at 600 North Indian River Drive, Fort Pierce, FL. 34950. The meeting concerns a future resurfacing, restoration, [...]
Visit Indian River County appoints new director of tourism and marketing Ben Earman The Visit Indian River County tourism office has announced the appointment of Ben Earman as Director of Tourism and Marketing. In his new role, Earman will develop strategies, programs, and policies to promote responsible tourism, effectively manage tourism impacts, and stimulate economic development through [...]
Historic Preservation Month highlights 80th anniversary of Flagler Center During WWII millions of American men and women from all over the country answered the call of duty, selflessly putting their lives on the line to keep America safe and free. To distract their minds from the news overseas, lift their morale, and nourish support on [...]
Career-boosting PR tips presented at Port St. Lucie Business Women meeting Leigh Woisard and Port St. Lucie Business Women president Devon Dwyer No matter how successful they are in their chosen professions, members of the Port St. Lucie Business Women were eager to hear Leigh Woisard present PR Tips For Boosting Your Career at [...]
Fort Pierce Police Department celebrate Centennial Back the Blue event On April 22nd, the community is invited to participate in the centennial celebration of the Fort Pierce Police Department. This is a wonderful opportunity to show your support for the men and women in uniform dedicated to keeping us safe. The day's festivities begin with a [...]