TREASURE COAST ― Two University of Florida scientists are the recipients of a $200,000 grant from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission to develop a device that detects and measures the amount of toxins in the air from red tides.

More than 800 property owners will have a year after construction to connect to the county’s sanitary sewer services

Johnny Joseph Manord to serve three consecutive life sentences for murder of Donald and Lorraine Smith

The Village Council gave its initial backing to both the proposed 2020/2021 budget and 1.6304 millage rate

FLORIDA ― A new survey of young Florida adults finds that the state is failing to educate students about the Holocaust.

TREASURE COAST ― A study led by researchers at Florida Atlantic University’s Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute in Fort Pierce has found that stranded dolphins in Florida had significantly higher concentrations of lead, mercury, and selenium, and lower concentrations of iron than stranded…

MARTIN COUNTY – In August, Martin County launched its comprehensive CARES Act funding programs designed to assist individuals, families and small businesses impacted by the Coronavirus pandemic. Today, the county is pleased to announce assistance for residential landlords.

TREASURE COAST ― One Vero Beach Girl Scout and three Stuart Girl Scouts have been honored with the organization’s highest honor, the Gold Award.

MARTIN COUNTY – The Big Taste of Martin County: Dine-in, Takeout, and Delivery is presented by Publix Super Markets Charities, as an annual fundraising event for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Palm Beach and Martin Counties for the entire month of October.

PALM CITY — Argos Homewatch has earned accreditation from the National Home Watch Association for the sixth year.

The County Commission majority approved an ordinance backed by civil fines without a specific sunset

STUART — The Humane Society of the Treasure Coast, Chef’s Table and Libations Mobile Catering are coming together for a unique experience, “Whiskers for Whiskey” — a tasting event featuring exclusive, top shelf whiskey and bourbon paired with five expertly crafted plates. This inaugural even…

Members of Girl Scout Troop 30215 create and distribute thank-you cards to Health Department staff

Planned subdivision has commissioners concerned about drainage and residents worried about additional traffic

Martin County battle continues along familiar line of Secondary Urban Service Boundary

TREASURE COAST – Indian River State College President Dr. Edwin Massey has long been regarded as visionary by his colleagues and by higher education professionals across the nation. His leadership and commitment to IRSC and the people comprising its service district were celebrated in many w…

TREASURE COAST ― A nonprofit organization is collecting old smartphones to be used by hospitalized COVID-19 patients.

TREASURE COAST ― No matter where you live in Florida, your grocery store probably features fruits and vegetables bred by University of Florida/Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences scientists.

TREASURE COAST ― International Manatee Day is Sept. 7. The date was first observed in Mexico, where the species has been protected since 1921.

TREASURE COAST ― Dr. Diego Maldonado, a pulmonologist at Cleveland Clinic’s Indian River Hospital, wants the community to know that there is one important COVID-19 risk factor that is in their control: weight.

STUART ― The Martin County Genealogical Society (MCGS) will open its 2020-21 season with a “Genealogical Overview of Virginia” presented via webinar by David Attride, MCGS Vice President. The free webinar will be from Friday, September 18 from 2-3 p.m.. To participate, visit www.mcgsfl.org a…

This year’s primary decides new commissioners for both the City of Stuart and Sewall’s Point

Port St. Lucie City Council awards first phase of Floresta Drive renovation to Felix Associates of Florida, Inc.

TREASURE COAST ― West Nile virus is the leading cause of mosquito-borne disease in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control. It is usually spread through the bite of an infected mosquito in the summer through the end of mosquito season in the fall.

Property adjacent to Kiplinger Nature Preserve will keep southwest corner of Kanner and Indian undeveloped

TREASURE COAST – Piper Aircraft’s second group of apprentices has begun their two-year training program.

After mandatory mask ordinance expires, most public speakers insist that commissioners not extend it

Entire classes were sent home from three elementary schools and one high school, along with a couple of bus routes

Martin County voters will go to the polls this Aug. 18 to vote in the 2020 Primary Election. The Hometown News is running a series of candidate profiles prior to the Primary Election and has asked each candidate, whether incumbent or challenger, the same three questions.

A fundraiser for the Navy SEAL Museum has prompted a wave of notoriety and an unwanted naval response

Martin County voters will go to the polls this Aug. 18 to vote in the 2020 Primary Election. The Hometown News is running a series of candidate profiles prior to the Primary Election and has asked each candidate, whether incumbent or challenger, the same three questions.

Martin County voters will go to the polls this Aug. 18 to vote in the 2020 Primary Election. The Hometown News is running a series of candidate profiles prior to the Primary Election and has asked each candidate, whether incumbent or challenger, the same three questions.

Martin County voters will go to the polls this Aug. 18 to vote in the 2020 Primary Election. The Hometown News is running a series of candidate profiles prior to the Primary Election and has asked each candidate, whether incumbent or challenger, the same three questions.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County withdraws its request for $10,000 to provide children ready-to-eat meals

FLORIDA ― As Floridians deal with the realities of the COVID-19 pandemic, the last thing anyone needs is to also deal with a scam. But data from the Federal Trade Commission reveals that Florida has had the second most coronavirus-related fraud complaints in the nation, trailing only California.

Commissioners disagree on timing of $200,000 plan, while fair officials plead for help on new property contract

TREASURE COAST ― The new Indian River State College president seems to have the perfect background for navigating the college through the COVID-19 pandemic.

Martin County voters will go to the polls this Aug. 18 to vote in the 2020 Primary Election. The Hometown News is running a series of candidate profiles prior to the Primary Election and has asked each candidate, whether incumbent or challenger, the same three questions with a total 150-word…

Martin County voters will go to the polls this Aug. 18 to vote in the 2020 Primary Election. The Hometown News is running a series of candidate profiles prior to the Primary Election and has asked each candidate, whether incumbent or challenger, the same three questions with a total 150-word…

TREASURE COAST ― Blood donation centers are urgently asking people who have recovered from COVID-19 to donate plasma.

Districts push reopening dates back as professors’ union insists governor limit universities to remote learning

The Commission majority also approved the 2021 millage at its current rate of 10.2770 mils

TREASURE COAST ― In 1715, a fleet of ships loaded with treasure was returning to Spain from Havana, Cuba when it encountered a hurricane near Vero Beach. Eleven of the fleet’s 12 ships were lost, scattering treasure and giving the Treasure Coast its name.

STATEWIDE ― U.S. Representatives Bill Posey (R-FL) and Brian Mast (R-FL) have introduced the Pedestrian Safety Study Act to help protect the safety of pedestrians, motorists and residents along the high-speed rail corridor being constructed on Florida’s East Coast. Residents and local busine…

County applying for federal grants in hopes of buying out 13 flooded homes and installing high-tech pump system

Town commissioners happy holding the line on current millage but worry about potential state revenue shortfall

Council issues $20 million in temporary revenue bonds for acquiring and updating Indiantown Company Inc.

County Commission gains consensus on civil penalties, exemptions and exclusions for houses of worship

Stuart Sailfish Club Foundation tournament raises funds for Humane