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Rio St. Lucie, platted on March 27, 1925, is a perfect example of a boom time subdivision. RIO CIVIC CLUB Rio St. Lucie, platted on March 27, 1925, is a perfect example of a boom time subdivision.

The places we call home

Jensen was designated a post office on April 17, 1890. Four years later, with the coming of Henry Flagler’s railway, John L. Jensen subdivided a portion of his homestead as the Town of Jensen. Pineapple growing and commercial fishing were the main industries.

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Read more about the article The Making of Martin
These were the people present at the signing of the bill by Gov. John W. Martin creating Martin County. Seated: John E. Taylor, Mabel S. Shuman, Lottie P. Martin, Governor Martin, Mrs. A.W. Young, Tom Campbell, Sen. John W. Watson. Standing: Thomas H. Getzen, Rep. Sam W. Getzen, Warner B. Tilton Sr., Maj. W.I. Shuman, Stanley Kitching, Jackson B. McDonald, Sen. A.W. Young, and Fons Hathaway. JOSEPHINE PARADISE

The Making of Martin

They believed a county of their own would usher in an explosion of prosperity. But it wasn’t only the business leaders in tiny Stuart, Florida, who were chasing after a windfall. It was the Roaring Twenties.

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Read more about the article DATEBOOK –  Winter 2025
The annual St. Lucie County Fair comes to Fort Pierce on Friday, Feb. 28 through Sunday, March 9. It features the traditional county fair things to see and do, including animals, crafts, entertainment, competitions and fair food. The fairgrounds is at 15601 W. Midway Road in Fort Pierce. Call 464.2910 or visit stluciecountyfair.org for more information. St. Lucie County Fair

DATEBOOK – Winter 2025

Upcoming Events: Jan. 5 – March 1, 2025

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Read more about the article STAR POWER
Our amazing universe seems close enough to touch when visiting Hallstrom Planetarium in Fort Pierce. Halstrom PlaneteriumIRSC

STAR POWER

While we’re fortunate to have Kennedy Space Center only a short drive north, a world of beauty and knowledge may be found in our own backyard.

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Read more about the article Greens Wise
This hearty soup has a velvety broth and complex flavor with only a few simple ingredients. 

Greens Wise

As the mild Florida winter stretches ahead, gardeners are looking for easy-to-grow crops for the backyard garden. Collard greens are always my top recommendation.

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