Egan family has been a stalwart in the citrus industry for more than a century
While many of its competitors were felled by the extremely challenging business environment of the Florida citrus industry in the past 15 years or so, Bernard Egan & Co. remains a solid fixture. Read more... Read More >>
Rob Ranieri receives NAACP Presidential Award
Rob Ranieri, CEO of the House of Hope, received the coveted Martin County NAACP Presidential Award during the 2023 Freedom Fund Gala. Jimmy Smith, President of the local branch of the NAACP, introduced the evening’s theme as “Power your Purpose through Service.” Ranieri fits the description perfectly, in the view of NAACP leaders, because of his long-time support of the NAACP and its special projects... Read More >>
IRC parents request additional school security
As gun violence at schools continues to rise, stricter controls on gun purchases remain a hot topic of debate, and more and more parents are afraid to send their children to school. A group of Indian River County (IRC) parents have seen enough, and are coming together to urge the School Board of IRC to increase focus on IRC Elementary school security. Even though IRC schools remains in compliance with state law requiring all public schools to either have law enforcement or other armed personnel present, IRC schools fall behind in security resources when compared to other southeastern Florida county school districts... Read More >>
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 parade over the South Bridge at 9 a.m. followed by the anniversary celebration at 10 a.m., at the Causeway Cove Marina... Read More >>
Nonprofit News
Career-boosting PR tips presented at Port St. Lucie Business Women meeting
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 their April meeting held at Tutto Fresco in St. Lucie West....Read More >>
Marvin S. Cone Annual High School Juried Art Show returns for 37th year
The Marvin S. Cone Annual High School Juried Art Show, one of the true treasures of MartinArts’ year, will take place from April 25-June 3 at the Court House Cultural Center. This showcase of student art is a 37-year legacy dating back to 1987 (even before there were galleries in the Court House Cultural Center). This is a capstone educational experience for the participating artists...Read More >>
