THE HISTORY OF MARTIN COUNTY
1925: Martin County is created from northern Palm Beach County and a portion of St. Lucie County. Stuart is the county seat. A former school becomes the courthouse.
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.
Preparing for the next 100 years
Martin County’s great achievement in connection with celebrating its 100 years of existence since 1925 is establishing “Martin Digital History.”
BACK COUNTRY BY ROBERT ADAMS- Winter 2025
Just as winter is a time for family get-togethers, it is the same for these migratory birds that fly South for the winter months.
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
FORT FASHION
The man behind the Sabre Mochachino brand is as complex and interesting as the prints used for his clothing line.
Selling Vero Beach
Have you have ever wondered why two Vero Beach landmarks — Pocahontas Park and the Pocahontas Building
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.
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.
CENTER STAGE
One hundred years ago The Lyric Theatre we know today was a silent movie house under construction in Stuart. It opened on March 15, 1926. But the Lyric’s story really began before that.
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