STUART — The Martin County Commission here waded into the weeds of the planned $1.7 million Wojcieszak Park rehabilitation Jan. 24, getting a progress update from staff as well as an earful of complaints about current conditions from volunteers with a Little League team based at the park.

INDIANTOWN — The members of the Village Council here found themselves embroiled in a public records controversy at the end of the Jan. 12 meeting due to the repurposing of a laptop previously used by former Village Manager Howard Brown to replace the one lost on a November Delta Airlines fli…

Of all the plays requested by audiences and actors at A.C.T., “Waiting for Godot” is a name frequently mentioned. Splendidly entertaining and thought-provoking, A.C.T. audiences can look forward to an afternoon or evening of witty dialogue, slapstick comedy, and superb acting.

STATEWIDE — Florida is one of the states with the worst policies to prevent and reduce tobacco use, according to the American Lung Association’s annual “State of Tobacco Control” report, released Jan. 25. The state earned mostly failing grades on this year’s report.

STUART — The Martin County School Board here got an up close and personal lesson Jan. 17 on how staff members and athletic coaches here worked arduously to guide the Jensen Beach High School Girls Volleyball Team to the Florida High School Athletic Association’s 5A State Championship last year.

STUART — Thanks to the Jan. 17 ruling by the State Administration Commission reversing an earlier administrative judge’s decision, the Costco Wholesale Corporation’s decade long goal of opening a store in Martin County could actually become a reality this year.

STUART — The majority of the City Commission here agreed Jan. 9 to allow half of the Zoning in Progress implemented three months ago to expire, while simultaneously extending the portion related to future development in the city’s central urban core utilizing controversial half-unit density …

INDIANTOWN — The Village Council majority here approved the appointment of former Martin County administrator Taryn Kryzda as its interim manager after a contentious debate amid accusations of closed-door voting and even a forced recess called by the mayor to maintain order.

TREASURE COAST — The Port St. Lucie Seafood Festival returns to the grounds of the MIDFLORIDA Event Center, Saturday, Jan. 28, and Sunday, Jan. 29, featuring a wide variety of seafood, cold beer, cocktails, and a mix of rock, reggae and island tunes.

STUART — The Martin County Community Redevelopment Agency got an end-of-the-year update Dec. 19 on several major projects already in the pipeline or soon to be approved for the county’s six community redevelopment districts.

STUART — The Martin County Commission here voted unanimously Dec. 13 to send a letter of support to state officials backing the preference expressed by the Martin Metropolitan Planning Organization the day prior to realign the intersection of State Roads 710 and 714 for safety reasons.

MARTIN COUNTY — All over the world, people of every nation and culture mark the passing of one year to the next in hopes of having a better new year ahead than the one now in the rearview mirror. Those celebrations are frequently accompanied by a desire to change old habits or develop new on…

STUART — The Martin County Commission here voted unanimously Dec. 13 to send a letter of support to state officials backing the preference expressed by the Martin Metropolitan Planning Organization the day prior to realign the intersection of State Roads 710 and 714 for safety reasons.

STUART — The majority of the Local Planning Agency here recommended the Martin County Commission approve a new future land use for a 21.4-acre parcel just east of Kanner Highway so a developer can build a high-density residential project.

January 5, 2023 will mark my second year as your Martin County Property Appraiser. I continue to commit my Office to providing excellent customer service, education, and community outreach, for the residents and business owners of our great County!

TREASURE COAST — The Auto Club Group, AAA, has activated its Tow to Go program, which provides transportation for impaired drivers and their vehicle. Tow to Go is active now through 6 a.m. Mon., Jan. 2, and is available throughout the Treasure Coast.

The Year 2022 started off on a positive note with the coronavirus letting up and public officials optimistic the economy would shake off its shut-down infused lethargy. That recovery, however, was short-circuited upon Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in mid-February, which provoked a soaring spi…

STUART — The Martin County Commission approved a $1.7-million interfund loan Dec. 13 so the Pompano Beach-based Di Pompeo Construction Corp. can begin construction on the final phase of the Old Palm City Mapp Road redevelopment project that has transformed the area into the downtown the comm…

STATEWIDE — On Dec. 15, Gov. Ron DeSantis signed Senate Bill 6A, establishing the Toll Relief Program through the Florida Department of Transportation, which will provide account credits to frequent commuters using toll roads across the state.

STATEWIDE — High school seniors impacted by Alzheimer’s disease can win up to $5,000 for college through the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America’s (AFA) Teen Alzheimer’s Awareness Scholarship.

STUART — You don’t need to be a fan of Shakespeare to enjoy this comedy about a TV star who goes to any lengths to avoid doing the role of Hamlet.

TREASURE COAST — With the holiday season upon us, the ASPCA offers tips on keeping companion animals safe.

SEWALL’S POINT — After recent septic-to-sewer conversion discussions characterized by lengthy debate and flaring tempers over whether to allow South Sewall’s Point residents to vote on whether the town connects to Martin County Utilities, the Town Commission majority ultimately decided to re…

The Tony Award-nominated musical "Grease" hits the Barn stage Jan. 12 through Jan. 29, with a live band and infectious, catchy songs like "You're the One That I Want," "Grease Lighting" and "Hopelessly Devoted to You."

TREASURE COAST — The Palm Beach and Treasure Coast Chapter of the American Red Cross announced that Tony Andraos, Terry Duffy, Sarah Martin, Dr. Richard Rosell, Heather Rouffe and Stephen Silverman joined its Board of Directors, a team made up of local business and civic leaders who give of …

MARTIN COUNTY — The Children’s Museum of the Treasure Coast will be holding a Cookies with Santa event on Saturday, Dec. 17 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Celebrate the holiday season with a meet and greet with Santa, cookie decorating, and a very special story time with Santa himself! Museum members c…

SEWALL’S POINT — Town commissioners and members of the public here got their first official glimpse Nov. 29 at the South Sewall’s Point Septic to Sewer Study – Residential Area Report in the works since last spring under the guidance of Town Engineer Joe Capra.

TREASURE COAST — On Monday, the Governing Board of the South Florida Water Management District, or SFWMD, authorized staff to begin a rule-making process to reduce trash, debris and vegetation in District waterways.

TREASURE COAST — According to Buddy the Elf, the best way to spread Christmas cheer is by singing loud for all to hear. But, we think the best way to spread holiday joy is by donating a new, unwrapped toy!

INDIANTOWN – Without any public forewarning to residents or Village Council members here, Village Manager Howard Brown abruptly turned in his resignation Dec. 8 prior to a scheduled discussion on his upcoming performance review slated for January 2023.

INDIANTOWN — The Village Council here struggled recently with whether to continue the pandemic tradition of reading email or written comments out loud during its meetings before voting unanimously to simply post them online for the public.

MARTIN COUNTY — The Martin County Health Department will be holding a special event Dec. 14 in observance of World AIDS Day, providing free HIV, STDs and HEPATITIS C testing.

STUART — The City Commission majority here voted to amend the city code on the first reading of an ordinance that if passed on second reading would enable its meetings to begin with prayer instead of the current moments of silence prior to the pledge of allegiance.

STATEWIDE — Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) is announcing a new state program to provide verified nonprofit organizations with materials to restore a damaged home to a habitable condition, enabling residents to move back into their own homes. The Florida Disaster Fund will pr…

TREASURE COAST — The 2022 “State of Lung Cancer” report from the American Lung Association says Florida ranks 44th in the nation for lung cancer cases receiving no treatment.

MARTIN COUNTY — With the holidays approaching, it’s the perfect time to Buy a Brick or Adopt a Car for your loved ones, in memory of, or just for yourself!

STATEWIDE — The most wonderful time of the year is the holiday season, a time of joy and celebration. Thus, many Floridians will be decorating their homes with lights and festive décor, preparing to host fun gatherings.

STATEWIDE — At the request of the State of Florida, Hurricane Ian survivors who suffered damage to their property have additional time to apply for federal disaster assistance.

MARTIN COUNTY — The School District and the Education Foundation of Martin County honored its top educators for the 2022/2023 School Year in a special Teacher of the Year ceremony held Nov. 4 at the MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Event Center in Port St. Lucie. 

STATEWIDE — Following Hurricane Ian’s landfall, vessel owners were given a 45-day grace period to bring derelict vessels into compliance or remove them from state waters. The grace period ended on Nov. 15. According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, the number of impa…

STATEWIDE — With one of the busiest travel times of the year approaching -- and an estimated 54.6 million Americans planning to travel more than 50 miles during the long Thanksgiving holiday weekend, according to AAA-- the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America is offering tips to help families t…

STUART — A.C.T. Studio Theatre is pleased to celebrate the holiday season with “Yes Virginia, There Is a Santa Claus,” a family-friendly tale with wonderful messages about generosity, respect, and one person’s power to inspire change. It’s a thoughtful retelling of the story of a young girl …

STUART — The Martin County Commission here got the ball rolling on the redevelopment of the old Golf World site shuttered a year ago when the majority of its members agreed to rezone 4.63 acres of the 26.06-acre property fronting Kanner Highway from planned unit development to General Commer…

STATEWIDE — The 2022 “State of Lung Cancer” report reveals that Florida ranks 44th in the nation for lung cancer cases receiving no treatment. The American Lung Association’s 5th annual report, released today, highlights the toll of lung cancer in Florida and examines key indicators includin…

HOBE SOUND — The 25th Annual Singing Christmas Tree event is back!

TREASURE COAST — Treasure Coast Food Bank has received a grant from Publix Super Markets Charities that will help to bring in an additional 2 million pounds of nutritious fruits and vegetables -- the equivalent of 1.6 million meals -- for people in need of food.

STUART — In a last-ditch effort to convince at least one other Board member to side with them, the two newest members of the City Commission elected last August on slow-growth platforms unsuccessfully attempted to derail the current Florida State Cabinet review of the administrative law judg…