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Grateful for the success he has achieved in his life, the former state representative is giving back by working to restore his old Fort Pierce community

What do life, golf and a moonshot share in common?One mild miscalculation, one innocent alteration, one unnoticed deviation, and you could end up landing...

Lee Tilton of Tilton & Tilton Law in downtown Jensen Beach has roots that run deeper than the pineapple plants that once flourished in the city. The great-grandson of an original Martin County commissioner, Tilton’s partner is his 94-year-old grandfather.

April Hope of April Daze boutique in Stuart celebrates 20 years of outfitting locals.

Lisa Rymer’s life resume brims with adventure and creativity. 

Rob Steele, the new president of the Historical Society of Martin County, wants to leverage Elliott Museum and the House of Refuge as Martin County’s leading destinations for arts and culture.

After turning a pressure-washing business into a multimillion-dollar manufacturing company, James Crocker shares the secrets of his success.

Bryan Wright, former college running back, reunites with coach Mike Barwis, current owner of a local training facility.

Michael Izzolo, an entrepreneur and philanthropist, has been styling Palm City locals’ hair for more than three decades at Michael Leonard’s AVEDA Concept Hair Salon.

For Skip Hartzell, known locally as “the dog artist,” inspiration comes in the form of a morning walk—accompanied by a furry friend.

If you’ve ever been inspired by the fresh, warm interior design looks by Dianne Davant and her team, you’re in good company.

With a family tree that has been planted in the area for nearly a century, Indiantown resident Donna “Jonnie” Wall-Flewelling keeps old Florida thriving with an instinct for sustainability

From businessman to newly appointed Martin County commissioner, Harold Jenkins isn’t afraid to get his hands dirty.

The Palm Beach Gardens native realized his dream when he made it to the NFL. Now he is helping young people achieve their own goals

Floyd Devoe “Bud” Jordan works full time as a wealth manager while continuing to serve on the boards of The Community Foundation Martin-St. Lucie and the Rivers Coalition.

Miami-hospitality maven Julie LaFrance-Lentine moved to Stuart and opened the thriving Taco Shack, where she serves homemade, gourmet tacos.

Developer Gus Gutierrez happened upon Fort Pierce and the Galleria of Pierce Harbor in the face of tragedy, and beef lovers savor the benefit of his discovery.

Photography by Austen AmackerWe’ve scoured the Treasure Coast in search of individuals making a difference in the community all under the age of 40....

Tim Black started his writing career in the pursuit of a paycheck. But when his daughter became ill, Black discovered a more meaningful, theraputic form of storytelling.

S. Darrell Lee not only transforms the community medically, but he’s also known for his charitable giving.