Author: <span>Michelle Moore</span>

A certified respiratory therapist, Rachelle Tetreault experienced the benefits of acupuncture and Chinese herbs herself when traditional medicine failed to help with chronic asthmatic bronchitis. She went back to school for a doctorate in Eastern medicine so she could help others. ELLEN GILLETTE

The ACUPUNCTURIST

Post author:Michelle Moore
Post published:February 25, 2020
Post category:Port St. Lucie Port St. Lucie People

A certified respiratory therapist, Rachelle Tetreault experienced the benefits of acupuncture and Chinese herbs herself when traditional medicine failed to help with chronic asthmatic bronchitis.

Orchid Society in bloom for nearly four decades

Post author:Michelle Moore
Post published:February 25, 2020
Post category:Port St. Lucie

With just about 90 members as of 2020, the Port St. Lucie Orchid Society comprises many like-minded orchid lovers. The group was formed in 1982 by a small group of orchid enthusiasts who wanted to learn more about the flowering plants. The intention was to teach and learn from one another about orchid care, maintenance and growing practices.

Mantle, a sculpture by David Harber, shines brightly at night on Gatlin Boulevard. It is one of two globe-shaped sculptures MidFlorida Credit Union bought and installed as its contribution to Port St. Lucie’s Art in Public Places. The two are very well liked by motorists passing by.

Art everywhere

Post author:Michelle Moore
Post published:February 25, 2020
Post category:Arts of the Treasure Coast Port St. Lucie Public art

Port St. Lucie is solidly on board with the art in public places movement

This rendering shows what the playground planned for the city’s new Winterlakes Neighborhood Park will look like with its rubberized safety surface.

Taking steps

Post author:Michelle Moore
Post published:February 25, 2020
Post category:Port St. Lucie

Residents of Torino are anxiously awaiting the opening of the new Winterlakes Neighborhood Park. Construction on the 28-acre park began in October 2019 with an expected completion early this fall. The city’s newest park will provide residents and their furry friends new opportunities to play and stay fit.

Coffered ceilings and built-in bookcases are some of the features in GL Homes’ Caroline model from the Vintage Collection found in Valencia Cay at Riverland.

Valencia Cay

Post author:Michelle Moore
Post published:February 25, 2020
Post category:Port St. Lucie

Massive development spearheads future growth south of Tradition

A brand new entrance at Clover Park will greet New York Mets fans as part of the $57 million remake of the Spring Training home for the team. TIM WALSH

Mets stadium gets makeover, new name

Post author:Michelle Moore
Post published:February 25, 2020
Post category:Port St. Lucie

Spring training fans will see $57 million renovated stadium

Beautiful Tradition in western Port St. Lucie is one of the top-selling master-planned communities nationwide, according to a survey by RCLCO Real Estate Advisors. The green village square is the scene of many events. CITY OF PORT ST. LUCIE PHOTOS

City’s list of awards continues to grow

Post author:Michelle Moore
Post published:February 25, 2020
Post category:Port St. Lucie

Port St. Lucie as a place to live and put down roots is a winner in so many ways. From November 2019 through January 2020 the city picked up 11 more honors to add to its awards list. In 2019, the city logged more than 46 awards and honors.

Port St. Lucie Magazine Winter 2020

Post author:Michelle Moore
Post published:February 25, 2020
Post category:Port St. Lucie

Remember the Petula Clark tune "Downtown" from 1964? "When you're alone and life is making you lonely, you can always go - downtown!" Port St. Lucie, which is attracting lots…

Jeff Warner is seated atop a dog house he made from an old boat hull as he enjoys the yard with his dogs, Moogley and Mad Dog. After moving to Florida, Warner began working with local companies Maverick and Twin Vee, where he merged his loves of boats and building things. ANTHONY INSWASTY PHOTOS

The Guitar Maker

Post author:Michelle Moore
Post published:February 16, 2020
Post category:Fort Pierce Fort Pierce Folks

Many people find themselves lounging on the couch after a long workday, but then there’s boatbuilder Jeff Warner, who spends his free time building guitars and ukuleles. A “mad scientist” of sorts, Warner was always taking toys apart and tinkering with things from a very young age. His father fostered his interest in mechanics and restoration.

Susan Hamburger inspects a palmetto during a hike in the Ancient Oaks Preserve at Weldon Lewis Park on Oleander Avenue. ANTHONY INSWASTY

The CITIZEN SCIENTIST

Post author:Michelle Moore
Post published:February 16, 2020
Post category:Fort Pierce Fort Pierce Folks

After Susan Hamburger retired from academic life and moved to Fort Pierce a few years ago, she did what she describes as a 180-degree turn, pivoting from her background in English and history to a new avocation as a citizen-scientist who is passionate about protecting the environment.