In cultures around the world, the number 40 has sacred significance. In 2026, Heathcote Botanical Gardens gets to celebrate its own blessed 40 — as in, that’s how many years it’s been a cherished place to revere nature’s beauty and peace.
Close to 20% of children in St. Lucie County are what is known as food insecure. They could be homeless; their parents could be between jobs or ill. Whatever the reason, these children aren’t sure where their next meal is coming from, or if it will. Parents and guardians may apply for free and reduced school meals, but schools are only in session Monday through Friday. What, if anything, do food insecure children eat on the weekends?
At a time when many families are searching for a more personal and meaningful alternative to traditional education, Enlightening Pathways Academy Microschool is demonstrating what truly individualized learning can look like; and the results are already remarkable.
For Chanda Leon, the biology classroom at Martin County High School in Stuart is more than a place to teach: It is a space where curiosity is sparked, questions are encouraged and complex biological concepts come to life.
A few years ago, Talib Moore, now 14, was quiet. Too quiet. His father had passed away; COVID had affected his education. Increasingly closed off, his life might have taken a different turn, had his mother not encouraged him to check out an area nonprofit called E.N.D. IT!
Just 10 minutes from a private, staffed oceanfront beach club on Hutchinson Island is the outstanding Vero Beach community of Grand Harbor, a true treasure of the Treasure Coast. It is not surprising it is Vero Beach’s most sought-after address.
When Barbara “Bobbie” Secor read a newspaper article last summer about young people in Indian River County following their parents into careers in the citrus industry despite its challenges, she began to wonder.
This is a special issue for us, capturing part of a story we’ve long wanted to tell — businesses spanning generations that helped shape the Treasure Coast. At least in the case of Indian River County, Vero Heritage beat us to the punch. The organization, dedicated to preserving the culture and heritage of the county, has identified 23 people in Indian River who work in the fields of their forebears and will honor them April 11 at a gala held at the Heritage Center in downtown Vero Beach.
Police dive team braves dangerous waters With its abundance of fresh and saltwater diving opportunities, Florida consistently ranks the second highest state for scuba certifications. But Port St. Lucie…
Port St. Lucie is a water-focused city where residential areas meet nature preserves. The St. Lucie River runs through the heart of the community, splitting suburban streets from thick mangroves.
