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Merritt Matheson is an outspoken advocate for the local environment, working to protect its waterways and land for future generations. JIM GALLEGOS

The Environmentalist

For Merritt Matheson, there’s no better pastime than savoring the great outdoors. Born and raised in Martin County, he considers himself very fortunate to have enjoyed nature in one of the most scenic places in the world.

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Read more about the article LONGTIME LURE
White’s Tackle General Manager Geoff Quatraro stocks the display of skirt lures at the Fort Pierce store. White’s carries a wide variety of fishing gear. RUSTY DURHAM

LONGTIME LURE

Fishermen are known for swapping larger-than-life stories, but the camaraderie at White’s Tackle is no fish tale. The nearly 100-year-old business fosters friendships that have lasted lifetimes.

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Read more about the article DATEBOOK –  Spring 2024
Experts from around the state will talk about the species they farm, their methods, and research on Saturday, March 9 during Finfish Aquaculture at Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute in Fort Pierce from 9 a.m. to noon. Registration is required in advance. Call 242.2293 for information. Recordings will be available after the workshop here: fau.edu/hboi/discover-fau-harbor-branch/aquaculture-workshops.

DATEBOOK – Spring 2024

Upcoming Events: March 1 – May 3, 2024

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Read more about the article The Art Teacher
Christopher Sweeney teaches art to K-5th graders at Beachland Elementary School with a flair for the whimsical that keeps his students engaged. RUSTY DURHAM PHOTOS

The Art Teacher

Peter Pan has nothing on Christopher Sweeney, an art teacher at Beachland Elementary School in Vero Beach.

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Read more about the article The Gifted Teacher
As a fifth-grade gifted teacher, Joshua Perry enjoys tapping into his students’ creativity by providing a flexible curriculum that focuses on academics and life lessons, while encouraging the performing arts.RUSTY DURHAM

The Gifted Teacher

Teaching runs in Joshua Perry’s DNA. And fortunately for his students, Martin County’s newest teacher of the year decided to follow in his family’s footsteps.

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Read more about the article CLASS ACT
The Promise Program at Indian River State College gives local high school graduates the opportunity to earn an associate degree — tuition free. James Crocco © Indian River State College PHOTOS

CLASS ACT

For years, Indian River State College has been a beacon of higher learning providing quality, affordable education to students.

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