April Kirkwood. Photo by ABC/Ricky Middlesworth

Meet April Kirkwood

Catching up with Port St. Lucie resident and The Golden Bachelor contestant April Kirkwood

Greg Braun on Leading Ecological Excellence

An ambitious group of conservationists have been working tirelessly to protect 70,000 acres of land between Hobe Sound and Stuart

Audubon Of Martin County President John Nelson Discovered His Love For Florida’s Wildlife While...

Wildlife lover John Nelson, who serves as president of the Audubon of Martin County, shares his love of nature.
Nella Fusco stirring a batch of kombucha in Fort Pierce, photo by Steven Martine

Meet the Makers

A carver, a brewer, a talented jeweler... These crafty artisans are perfect examples of the beauty of creation
Ben Childs with his hurdy-gurdy. Photo by Hunter Hutchings

Meet the Locals Mastering Uncommon Arts

In a tech-forward world of social media and AI, these extraordinary locals are dedicated to keeping their old-school arts alive

A History Buff

A History Buff Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Wed, 2014-02-19 05:36 It’s early morning. He sips his coffee, gazing out over the St. Lucie River from the comfort of his own home. It’s a view he knows well, having lived on the same street for a lifetime.Read more about A History Buff
Recreating their first “date” on their wedding day in a vintage convertible. Photo by Flora + Fauna/loveflorafauna.com

Lily Warner and Canaan Campo’s Hometown Love

A story of local high school sweethearts who almost weren’t
Actress and writer Tina Sloan at home in Hobe Sound. Photo by Steven Martine

Tina Sloan is a Page Turner

Former Guiding Light soap star Tina Sloan turned her real-life cliff-hanger into an opportunity to reinvent herself as a romance novelist

Palm City Artist Gives Voice to Sex-Trafficking Survivors Through Paintings

A paint brush, a pulpit and The Power of Art, a therapy-centered curriculum, have turned Lynne Barletta into the voice for survivors of the sex-trafficking trade.
Hope from Harrison founder Matt Hudson at home. Photo by Jason Nuttle

A Guiding Spirit with Hope from Harrison

Matt Hudson honors his late son, Harrison, through a nonprofit dedicated to helping families facing their own struggles

For Jeanne Pidot, Philanthropy Is Much More Than Working With The American Red Cross

Jeanne Pidot chaired the 59th International Red Cross Ball, honoring the history of nursing and those who volunteer their time to give back.
Debbie and Howard Alan with their dog, Max, outside their home. Photo by Jason Nuttle

Say Hello to the Folks Behind Your Favorite Festivals

Howard and Debbie Alan manage some of the area’s most esteemed art shows, including the Downtown Stuart Art Festival and Hobe Sound Festival of the Arts
Curtis Daniels of The Mo & Sally Show on Today’s KOOL 105.5. Photo by Ian Jacob

Radio Heads: Curtis Daniels

Meet the big personalities behind some of your favorite local radio voices, like Curtis Daniels of The Mo & Sally Show on Today’s KOOL 105.5

Centennial Mayor

Centennial Mayor, The Toledo, Ohio, native first moved to Florida in 1994, and relocated to Stuart in 1995.

A Stuart Veterinarian’s Journey To Save Local Dogs Affected By Algae Bloom

Dr. Brandi Gallagher, a board-certified internal medicine expert, has positioned herself on the front lines treating dogs affected by the algae bloom in the Stuart area.
Nicole Mader photographs the local dolphin population from her 17-foot Mako boat. Photography by Steven Martine

A Life’s Purpose

Dolphin researcher Nicole Mader has dedicated her life to monitoring and protecting the precious sea life in our local waterways
Edwin Arnold Menninger's his early years in Stuart (circa 1930). Photo courtesy of Martin Digital History

Local Lore: The Story of Edwin Arnold Menninger

Edwin Arnold Menninger came south for his health. He stayed to help shape Martin County.

A Look At Guy Coheleach’s Art And Adventurous Life

Guy Coheleach’s artistic talent for painting wildlife inspired two PBS films, garnered him exhibits in the White House, Carnegie Museum and China, and earned him the vaulted Master Artist Medal—then awarded to only nine artists—living or dead.

Serenity Arce’s Teenage Dream

Local teen Serenity Arce sang her way to fame on season 25 of The Voice, making it to the semifinals’ top nine.

Stuart Police Chief David Dyess Uses His Local Roots To Protect, Revitalize The Community

Stuart Police Chief David Dyess uses his local roots to foster a sense of community and safety in Stuart.

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