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THE LEAD STORY
Riding it Out After a robust rebound from the 2020-21 pandemic, many establishments on the Treasure Coast have had a disappointing start to the tourist season. The cold and stormy weather, along with the effects of inflation, have made an impact. Nevertheless, owners remain optimistic about the months ahead. READ MORE > >
Bill Marine 2024 Entrepreneur of the Year William “Bill” Marine, a distinguished entrepreneur from Vero Beach, Florida, has been honored with the prestigious Indian River State College Entrepreneur of the Year Award. The award, which recognizes entrepreneurial and business leadership as well as community achievement, is a key component of the Dan K. Richardson Entrepreneurship Program established by Indian River State College Foundation to promote awareness and appreciation of the free enterprise system. READ MORE > >
SLC County Update The Fenn Center will be packed on Thursday, February 29th for the Annual County Update Luncheon. George Landry,County Administrator for the St. Lucie Board of County Commissioners will be sharing an update and state of the county beginning at 11:30 a.m. READ MORE > >
Helping Children Put Their Best Foot Forward!
The family at Dyer Subaru in Vero Beach knows that a child simply cannot be confident or succeed in school when she is cold, hungry, or aching because the shoes she is wearing are two sizes too small. That’s why Dyer Subaru supports Operation Warm, and this month, that special pairing helped match local children in need with a chance to be fitted with brand-new shoes that will offer comfort and protection while helping to build confidence, too. It’s all part of Subaru’s Share the Love commitment to the community they serve.
New Year, New Assessment For property owners in Florida, January 1 valuation isn’t just the start of a new year: it's also the official assessment date for property taxes. This means the Saint Lucie County Property Appraiser's Office determines your property's value and eligibility for exemptions as of that date. What does this mean for you? READ MORE > >
Report finds 401(k) account balances increased 15% in 2023 Bank of America Retirement and Personal Wealth Solutions, in partnership with Bank of America Institute, released its fourth quarter 2023 Participant Pulse (MAP6212241), which found that average 401(k) account balances rose 15% to $86,280 in 2023, increasing from $75,045 at the end of 2022, due to a combination of participants contributing higher amounts to their plans, and increases in the value of investments. READ MORE > >
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WILD Women on the Treasure Coast raise $70k The Inner Truth Project's (ITP) sold-out W.I.L.D. (Women Involved in Learning & Discovery) Outdoors fundraiser was wildly successful, raising over $70,000 to benefit support and counseling for survivors of sexual violence. This all-day experience brought women from all corners of the community together to learn new outdoor skills and hobbies, meet new friends, and enjoy the natural and breathtaking grounds of an 800-acre working cattle ranch. READ MORE > >
“Night of Hope…Night of Dreams”
The 19th Annual “Night of Hope…Night of Dreams” fundraiser to benefit The Source was held on Tuesday evening, February 6 at Magnolia Manor in Vero Beach. The Source proudly partnered with Cindy O’Dare and Richard Boga with ONE Sothebys’ International Realty, and nearly 250 guests, staff, volunteers, sponsors, donors and friends of The Source were present.
