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Silver Sluggers members, from left, Nick Kerigan, Sue Kerigan, Dianne Potter and Mel Potter watch the St. Lucie Mets play a game last August. The Potters both worked for the New York Mets at spring training for many years where they found out about the Silver Sluggers program. They invited their neighbors, the Kerigans, to join and attend the games with them. RUSTY DURHAM PHOTOS

LATE-INNING RALLY

One of Port St. Lucie’s best-kept secrets is the summer fun of the Silver Sluggers program offered by the St. Lucie Mets organization. Exclusively for those aged 55 and older, it provides social activities surrounding the St. Lucie Mets team.

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A new beacon

A historical church — built in Sebastian to serve black workers who were clearing land and laying track for Henry Flagler’s railroad — has been welcoming new visitors in recent years, as a shrine to black history in Gifford. Now, this museum has become the catalyst for a new cultural destination in the park where it stands.

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Tropic Shores Real Estate, Where Care Meets Coastline

In Vero Beach, where coastal charm meets a deep sense of community, Tropic Shores Real Estate is quietly setting a new standard for what clients can expect from a real estate experience. Built on relationships rather than transactions, the boutique firm offers something increasingly rare: genuine care.

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Navigating toward better mental health

In a growing landscape of mental health care, Lighthouse Health Group in Vero Beach is redefining what it means to treat the whole person. The practice offers a comprehensive, integrative approach that blends clinical expertise with innovative therapies and a strong emphasis on individualized care.

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Where History Meets Celebration: Inside Fort Pierce’s 500 Orange Event Center

In downtown Fort Pierce, a historical landmark has found new purpose as one of the Treasure Coast’s most memorable event destinations. 500 Orange Event Center, owned by Stan and Jean Synkoski, blends timeless architecture with modern elegance, creating a setting that feels both rich in character and alive with possibility for life’s most meaningful moments.

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A family legacy of protection at Florida Shutters

For more than 45 years, Florida Shutters Inc. has remained a cornerstone of hurricane protection in Vero Beach, combining time-tested craftsmanship with a forward-thinking approach to design and safety. Founded in 1979 by Tom Pease, the company continues to thrive as a second-generation, family-owned and operated business under the leadership of his son, Thomas L. Pease Jr., known as Tommy.

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Rooted in community, blooming for generations

Tucked along Savannah Road in Fort Pierce, Heathcote Botanical Gardens stands as a testament to the enduring power of community vision and green space preservation. Established in 1986, this nonprofit garden has grown from a modest idea into a vibrant cultural and educational hub serving the Treasure Coast.

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