Port St. Lucie

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…

Port St. Lucie Magazine Fall 2019

Post author:Michelle Moore
Post published:January 18, 2020
Post category:Port St. Lucie

Port St. Lucie continues to reap multiple national, state and local honors for outstanding efforts to keep its citizens happy and safe. "One of the Port St. Lucie City Council's…

Michael “Spaz” McGoorty

The ROCK STAR

Post author:Michelle Moore
Post published:January 18, 2020
Post category:Port St. Lucie Port St. Lucie People

An interview with Michael “Spaz” McGoorty is an exercise in patience as well as humor. “I’m the best multitasker you’ll ever see,” he says while texting and answering a phone call. Well known throughout the Treasure Coast and beyond for his singing, acting and comedy, McGoorty — like many residents — was not always a Floridian.