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Molly's House turns 30; Celebrates three decades of care
Despite a shifting healthcare environment, Molly's House still honors its namesake 30 years later
UPSTARTERS Program Links Indian River Teens to Volunteering
Short and simple to sign up
New stormwater treatment area expands St. Lucie County’s effort to protect lagoon
The 16-acre Taylor Creek project will capture runoff and reduce nutrient pollution before it reaches the Indian River Lagoon.
Port St. Lucie hosts hazardous waste drop-off event Oct. 10
Event is open to county residents only

Treasure Coast summit to focus on overcoming failure and finding success
Life Shift Church will host the Oct. 16-17 event featuring Bishops Noel Jones and Liston Page II.

Mayor Linda Hudson Appointed to Florida League of Cities Finance and Taxation Policy Committee
Fort Pierce renews city clerk’s contract over lone dissent
Commissioner Chris Dzadovsky opposed the one-year renewal, citing concerns about the agreement’s language and the city charter.
Woman arrested after stolen Broward Sheriff's Office patrol vehicle found in Port St. Lucie
Shannon Marie Dillon faces multiple charges in St. Lucie County and additional charges in Broward County following the Sept. 22 incident.

Port St. Lucie moves $2.2 billion plan forward to address traffic and city growth
Plan intends to build new roads, sidewalks, bike lanes and more despite a $1.7 billion funding shortfall

Fish kill reported in C-24 Canal as officials investigate low oxygen levels
Officials observed about 30 dead fish representing multiple species and found low dissolved oxygen levels in the canal. Water samples are scheduled for collection.

Peters Road Closure between Andrews Avenue and White Road (September 21-25, 2026)
Ronald Lee Novelli
Ronald Lee Novelli, 82, of Port St. Lucie, Fla., formerly of Butler, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2026, in Florida. Born June 4, 1944, in Butler, he was the son of the late Victor Novelli and Delphine Baldacci Novelli. He retired from Butler Armco, where he worked as a welder.…