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Which former Treasure Coast Sun area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 1?

By Treasure Coast Sun | Dec 30, 2023

These former Treasure Coast Sun area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 1.

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Treasure Coast Sun area weekly mass times

By Treasure Coast Sun | Dec 30, 2023

The following parishes in the Treasure Coast Sun coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Women more prevalent than men in Martin County in 2021

By Treasure Coast Sun | Dec 29, 2023

Of the 158,323 people living in Martin County, Florida in 2021, 50.4% (79,766) were women and 49.6% (78,557) were men, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained by Treasure Coast Sun.

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Emergency Cold Weather Shelter Opening in Fort Pierce

By Treasure Coast Sun | Dec 28, 2023

In response to the expected drop in temperatures on the Treasure Coast, St. Lucie County and the City of Fort Pierce have partnered with In the Image of Christ to open an emergency cold weather shelter. The shelter, located at the Percy Peek Gym on Ave. D, will be operational from December 30 to January 1.According to the National Weather Service, temperatures are expected to reach the low 40s with strong winds, resulting in wind chills in the upper 30s. To ensure the safety and well-being of individuals affected by the cold weather, the shelter will be open from 5 p.m....

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Enrollment Analysis: Alaska Native students comprised 0.1% of St. Lucie County's student body in 2022-23 school year

By Treasure Coast Sun | Dec 27, 2023

In St. Lucie County schools, 0.1% of students enrolled identified as Alaska Native in the 2022-23 school year.

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Enrollment Analysis: Multiracial students comprised 4.9% of St. Lucie County's student body in 2022-23 school year

By Treasure Coast Sun | Dec 26, 2023

There were 2,240 multiracial students enrolled in St. Lucie County schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

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Asian enrollment rises in St. Lucie County schools during 2022-23 school year

By Treasure Coast Sun | Dec 25, 2023

In St. Lucie County schools, 1.5% of students enrolled identified as Asian in the 2022-23 school year.

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Hispanic enrollment rises in St. Lucie County schools during 2022-23 school year

By Treasure Coast Sun | Dec 24, 2023

There were 15,904 Hispanic students enrolled in St. Lucie County schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

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Which former Treasure Coast Sun area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Dec. 25?

By Treasure Coast Sun | Dec 23, 2023

These former Treasure Coast Sun area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Dec. 25.

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Treasure Coast Sun area weekly mass times

By Treasure Coast Sun | Dec 23, 2023

The following parishes in the Treasure Coast Sun coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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White students made up 26.7% of St. Lucie County schools enrollment in 2022-23 school year

By Treasure Coast Sun | Dec 23, 2023

In St. Lucie County schools, 26.7% of students enrolled identified as white in the 2022-23 school year.

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St. Lucie County professional licenses expiring in November

By Treasure Coast Sun | Dec 22, 2023

How many professional licenses are set to expire in November in St. Lucie County, according to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR)?

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Black students made up 31.8% of St. Lucie County schools enrollment in 2022-23 school year

By Treasure Coast Sun | Dec 22, 2023

There were 14,530 Black students enrolled in St. Lucie County schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

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More Alaska Native students enrolled in Martin County schools in 2022-23 school year

By Treasure Coast Sun | Dec 21, 2023

In Martin County schools, 0.1% of students enrolled identified as Alaska Native in the 2022-23 school year.

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Licensing: which professional licenses in Martin County expire in November?

By Treasure Coast Sun | Dec 21, 2023

How many professional licenses are set to expire in November in Martin County, according to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR)?

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Port St. Lucie City Extends Business Tax Workshop Series Through 2024

By Treasure Coast Sun | Dec 21, 2023

The City of Port St. Lucie is extending its popular Business Tax Workshop Series to provide ongoing support and resources to local small business owners. These workshops are designed to equip both aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned business owners with the essential knowledge and tools needed for success at any stage of their business journey.Yvonne White Grayson, Business Tax Manager with the City of Port St. Lucie, emphasized the city's commitment to supporting entrepreneurs, stating, "These workshops demonstrate the City's commitment to provide invaluable resources to...

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Interactive Art Installation Arrives at MIDFLORIDA Event Center in Port St. Lucie

By Treasure Coast Sun | Dec 21, 2023

A new interactive art installation has made its way to the MIDFLORIDA Event Center in Port St. Lucie, offering visitors a unique and engaging experience. The installation, titled "Trumpet Flowers," features 27 illuminated sculptures shaped like long-stemmed flowers in full bloom. Each sculpture has a corresponding "trumpet key" that, when pushed, plays the sounds of a trumpet, tuba, trombone, or drum, creating a symphonic and visual spectacle.The purpose of "Trumpet Flowers" is to bring people together and inspire a sense of play and wonder. Mary Savage-Dunham, the...

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More multiracial students enrolled in Martin County schools in 2022-23 school year

By Treasure Coast Sun | Dec 20, 2023

There were 602 multiracial students enrolled in Martin County schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

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November: 53 professional licenses in Indian River County set to expire

By Treasure Coast Sun | Dec 20, 2023

How many professional licenses are set to expire in November in Indian River County, according to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR)?

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Port St. Lucie Accepting Applications for Affordable Housing Advisory Committee

By Treasure Coast Sun | Dec 20, 2023

Starting on December 28, 2023, the City of Port St. Lucie is opening applications for the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (AHAC). The committee aims to review and make recommendations for policies and procedures that affect the cost of housing in the city. The application window will remain open until January 28, 2024.According to Florida State Statute 420.9076, the AHAC is responsible for evaluating established policies, land development regulations, and the city's Comprehensive Plan Policy. Their goal is to encourage and facilitate affordable housing while...