View this email in your browser The Right Whale: Tales of Resilience & Hope Get Your Tickets! Right whales are one of the most endangered large whales on the planet—and their story is one of remarkable resilience, scientific discovery and hope. Join Florida Oceanographic Society on Saturday, August 29 for a special screening of The Right Whale: Tales of Resilience & Hope at the Marriott Hutchinson Island
HOME | ABOUT | CONTACTAugust 19, 2026Benefits of Strategic Partnerships for Business Growth In today's business landscape, collaboration often outshines solitary efforts, with strategic partnerships becoming key to success. These alliances enable businesses to leverage each other's strengths, resources, and expertise, driving mutual growth. Access …Acquisition Experts LLCWhat is an email alias, and how does it protect your privacy? An email alias gives users an alternative email
Discover Our Integrated Medical Psychiatry ProgramOur program provides patient-centered care for vulnerable populations who are struggling with their mental health. Our clinical team can accommodate and treat several medical comorbidities, including:Wounds: Stage 3 or 4 (pending assessment)Stroke and other neurological disordersSleep apneaIncreased respiratory support for patients on CPAP and BiPAPComplex comorbidities (seizures, diabetes, high BP, CHF, COPD, UTI)OxygenCatheterization (foley/suprapubic)Oral
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Nine attorneys from Lesser, Landy, Smith & Siegel – Florida Injury Lawyers have earned recognition from their peers for excellence across personal injury, medical malpractice and insurance law in the 2027 editions of The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America. Managing Partner Gary S. Lesser and Partners Joseph B. Landy, Glenn E. Siegel, Michael S. Smith, Michael V. Baxter, Joshua D. Ferraro, Steven J. Clarfield and Jeffrey F. Gordon are recognized in
Small Business Workshop Grow Your Business and Increase Sales Through Exporting September 1, 2026 @ 6:00 pm EDTCost: $10.00Duration: 120 minutes LIVE ONLINE WorkshopGrow Your Business and Increase Sales Through Exporting Nearly 95% of the world’s population lives outside the United States, which means additional sales growth is likely from exporting.Advantages:Exporting is a business that can be started
Accessing Nonprofit Grants, Sponsorships, and ResourcesAugust 19th @ 10:00 am Fee: $10Location:Online WorkshoThis workshop provides a high-level overview of the online spaces that are major sources of funding and nonprofit resources.Divided into three (3) sections, the discussion provides instruction on:(1) the best grant databases and websites(2) where to locate corporate sponsors(3) nonprofit resources that will help you further your missionLearn More and Registration >>About Our Instructor Cheryl Smith,
View this email in your browser2026 Cancer Survivorship ProgramAugust & September Classes Oncology Rehabilitation for Pelvic Floor DisordersPelvic floor disorders (PFDs) are common in cancer patients, particularly those with gynecological, prostate, or colorectal cancers, due to treatments like surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy causing muscle damage, nerve damage, or scarring. Symptoms include incontinence, pain, and sexual dysfunction. Specialized pelvic floor physical therapy is highly
Dear Fellow Floridian,Right now, America’s foreign adversaries see a loophole in our immigration system to exploit birthright citizenship. It’s called birth tourism.Last year, I introduced the Stopping Adversarial Foreign Exploitation of Kids in Domestic Surrogacy (SAFE KIDS) Act to prevent adversarial nations, including Communist China, from using American surrogates to obtain U.S. citizenship for their children and traffic infants abroad. This practice results in horrific abuse of infants and children; it
MARTIN, ST. LUCIE and INDIAN RIVER COUNTIES, Fla. – Treasure Coast traffic will be affected this week by ongoing construction projects and maintenance work in Martin, St. Lucie, and Indian River counties, Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) officials report. Please note, any full road, ramp or bridge closures have been highlighted below. For around-the-clock, real-time, I-95 traffic information, visit www.fl511.com. For updated lane closure information, please refer to www.d4fdot.com. Follow us on X
Small Business Workshop Business Contracts Must Knows August 18, 2026 @ 6:00 pm EDTCost: $10.00Duration: 120 minutes LIVE ONLINE WorkshopBusiness Contracts Must Knows This webinar is designed to help business owners who want to learn more about creating business contracts for their businesses.The webinar will provide tools to help business owners avoid common mistakes when using contracts.Webinar topics will
Registration is now open for the Domestic Violence Summit- From Awareness to Action: Safety. Solidarity. Solutions.Tuesday, October 13, 20268:30 AM-3:30 PMMIDFLORIDA Event Center | Port St. Lucie, FloridaRegistration: $125 per personFeatured presenter Jim Schmidt, Board Member of The Gabby Petito Foundation, will lead sessions focused on lessons from the Gabby Petito case, trauma and victim behavior, high-risk indicators, documentation, evidence continuity, and coordinated response.This first-of-its-kind
e Mayfield Minute - August 16, 2026 Good Morning! National Nonprofit Day Tomorrow, we celebrate National Nonprofit Day, a day dedicated to recognizing the valuable contributions of nonprofit organizations in our communities and across the nation. Observed annually on August 17th, National Nonprofit Day commemorates the Tariff Act of 1894, which first exempted nonprofits from federal income taxes. Nonprofits are the backbone of our communities,
Dear Friends, Election Day is only days away, and now is the time to make your voice heard. No matter where you stand on the issues shaping Martin County’s future, local elections give each of us an opportunity to have a say in the decisions that affect our community. Early voting is underway now through Saturday, August 15. Election Day is Tuesday, August 18. Here’s something voters may not realize: Most of our local races will be decided in the August election, including races for Martin County
One Week in Georgia Changed What Naomi Thought Was Possible! "My favorite part was going to Coca-Cola World and trying out different soda flavors from each country." Ask Naomi about her favorite part of family vacation and she will not tell you about the hotel or the pool. She will tell you about tasting sodas from countries she had never been to! That is what she
ONE YEAR SINCE THE TRAGEDY IN FORT PIERCEJoseph -One year ago this week, three Floridians lost their lives on Florida’s Turnpike near Fort Pierce due to the complete and utter recklessness of a foreign truck driver with an illegal CDL license. These Americans were simply driving down the highway, only a few miles from my home, when they crashed into a tractor trailer driven by a foreign national who was making an illegal U-turn on the interstate. This should have never happened.When we passed
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 2026 COCHRANE REVIEW EXAMINES SPINAL MANIPULATION FOR CHRONIC LOW BACK PAIN STUART, FL — A major 2026 Cochrane review is providing an updated look at spinal manipulative therapy as a conservative treatment option for adults living with chronic low back pain. The review analyzed 76 randomized clinical trials involving 11,866 participants and compared spinal manipulation or mobilization with sham treatment, no treatment, and other conservative approaches. Researchers found that
36 border collies now in Humane Society care after Palm City hoarding case PALM CITY, Fla. — The Humane Society of the Treasure Coast is providing urgent care for 36 border collies, including three puppies up to six months old, after the dogs were removed from another hoarding case. The Martin County Sheriff’s Office arrested Paige O’Donnell yesterday, and she is facing felony charges for animal cruelty and improper confinement, according to Sheriff John Budensiek. Upon intake, the dogs were fed and given
Florida entered 2026 building upon the foundation of economic momentum: strong population growth, major corporate headquarters relocating due to our attractive business and economic landscape, job growth that has outpaced the nation for many years, and low unemployment—all establishing Florida’s economy as a national leader. Now, in the midpoint of 2026, both the national and state economies have experienced slowdowns.New data in the 2026 Florida Business & Economic Mid-Year Report
Small Business Workshop Find the Hidden Profit in Your Business August 19, 2026 @ 12:00 pm EDTCost: $10.00Duration: 120 minutes LIVE ONLINE WorkshopFind the Hidden Profit in Your Business Discover where profit may already be hiding inside your business. This practical webinar explains how small improvements in pricing, margins, costs, customer value, sales, and marketing can compound into meaningful
Treasure Coast Hospice Launches New Website to Make Hospice Referrals Easier for Families and Healthcare Providers Simpler Online Referral Experience Makes Connecting with Hospice Easier STUART, Fla. (Aug. 12, 2026) – Treasure Coast Hospice has launched a newly redesigned website featuring an enhanced online referral experience that makes it easier for healthcare providers, patients, and families to connect with hospice care. The new website was developed to remove common barriers people may face
&##128680; EARLY BIRD ENDS AT MIDNIGHT – REGISTER NOW & SAVE!&##128680;Secure your seat at the lowest available rate before prices increase.REGISTER BOOK HOTELSPONSORDon't Miss Today's Early Bird Registration DeadlineRegistration is open for the 2026 Florida Chamber Annual Insurance Summit, taking place December 10-11 at the Signia by Hilton Bonnet Creek in Orlando, Florida. Now in its 19th year, the Florida Chamber Annual Insurance Summit brings together business leaders, insurance executives, lawmakers,
Few who move to Florida really understand how important water is to our state. Not just for recreation but because we are a peninsula and a very shallow one at that. The control and movement of water are so essential that special water districts were formed by the government. They are special taxing authorities. The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) has the responsibility in our area. Here is an explanation. Please let us know your thoughts at mctaxpayers1950@gmail.com. South Florida
Every successful project begins with a plan—and every excavation should begin with a call to 811.In recognition of National 811 Day, the Florida Chamber Safety Council is joining Sunshine 811 in reminding Florida businesses, contractors, and homeowners to contact 811 before every digging project, no matter how big or small.Striking an underground utility line can result in costly repairs, service interruptions, gas leaks and serious injuries. Fortunately, preventing these incidents is simple, free and
News from Congressman Brian Mast Joseph -Ten years ago, toxic blue-green algae—fueled by billions of gallons of discharges from Lake Okeechobee—coated the St. Lucie River, the Indian River Lagoon, and our beaches in thick, guacamole-looking sludge. Our waterways were dying, and our community's livelihoods were on the line.That's when then-Senate President Joe Negron stood up and said enough is enough. He called for storing water south of Lake Okeechobee, cleaning it, and sending it to the Everglades and
Sen. Rick Scott Is Not Giving Up the Fight to Pass Pres. Trump's America-First AgendaDear Fellow Floridian,The American people gave us a mandate to deliver on President Trump’s America-First agenda and secure our elections. Last week, all Senate Republicans voted to require identification in our elections, and every Democrat opposed it. Now the Senate is going into a five-week recess without having passed the SAVE America Act. This is unacceptable! I believe that the Senate should not have left D.C. without
View this email in your browserCASE RESULTGlenn Siegel Secures $600K Settlement After Insurer Ignores Repeated DemandsWhen an insurance company ignored repeated demands and failed to make any settlement offer after a Lake Worth car accident, Firm Partner Glenn Siegel prepared to take the case to court. His persistence and readiness to litigate ultimately resulted in a $600,000 settlement for his client.Although the vehicle sustained only minor damage in the shopping center parking lot crash, the
PALM CITY, Fla. — Employees and volunteers of the Humane Society of the Treasure Coast (HSTC) are still working around the clock after Martin County Sheriff John Budensiek described a recent animal hoarding case as the worst in the county’s history. In all, 108 animals were recovered and taken to the HSTC for immediate medical attention and care after 77-year-old Gail Giustino was arrested on July 20, 2026. So far, 10 cats and 17 dogs have been adopted from this case, and five microchipped cats have been
Trouble viewing? View in your browser.Small Business Workshops | Aug 6 - Aug 22August 6, 6:00pm EDTA Human Resources’ Checklist to Reduce RiskREGISTERAugust 7, 12:00pm EDTOne Legal Mistake Can Ruin Your BusinessREGISTERAugust 8, 9:30am EDTCanva For Your Business - Stunning Drag and Drop DesignREGISTERAugust 10, 6:00pm EDTHR 101: Hiring, Firing and Other Key HR Basics for Small Business OwnersREGISTERAugust 11, 12:00pm EDTUsing MindPal to Create Business Workflows; Automating Tasks with AI
MARTIN, ST. LUCIE and INDIAN RIVER COUNTIES, Fla. – Treasure Coast traffic will be affected this week by ongoing construction projects and maintenance work in Martin, St. Lucie, and Indian River counties, Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) officials report. Please note, any full road, ramp or bridge closures have been highlighted below. FDOT Treasure Coast Traffic Report August 7, 2026 – August 14, 2026 MARTIN, ST. LUCIE and INDIAN RIVER COUNTIES, Fla. – Treasure Coast traffic will be affected
View as a webpage here News Release Results of the 2026 Florida Python Challenge™ Today, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and partners announced the results and winners of the 2026 Florida Python Challenge™, an event intended to raise awareness about invasive species while engaging the public in Everglades conservation through removal of invasive Burmese pythons. Over the course of the 10-day event, 907 Python Challenge participants from 30 different
Trouble viewing? View in your browser. Small Business Workshop Performance Management That Actually Works August 13, 2026 @ 10:30 am EDTCost: $10.00Duration: 120 minutes LIVE ONLINE WorkshopPerformance Management That Actually Works Many employee performance issues do not begin as disciplinary or termination matters. They often stem from unclear expectations, inconsistent feedback , or lack of follow through . This live
Get Ready for GC26! Standout Sessions, SoFi Center, and South Florida SunshineFamous for its picturesque waterfront, lively entertainment districts, and vibrant arts scene, The Palm Beaches make it easy to slip into vacation mode between sessions. Turn on your OOO and secure your spot at the Sunshine State’s premier tourism event! Join hundreds of passionate Florida tourism and hospitality professionals for three days of innovation, collaboration, and world-class networking at
Out in the Community2026 Preliminary Tax RollThe Florida Department of Revenue (FDOR) approved our 2026 Preliminary Tax Roll submission for Martin County. The FDOR is a State agency responsible for the oversight and in-depth auditing of our tax roll data. The annual tax roll audit process is extensive and thorough requiring 4 different submission reviews throughout every tax year. These audits ensure that all State statutes are followed as well as confirming that the data meets the highest level of
Dear FP Friends & Family, While we are so very grateful to have reimbursement grant funding available for our Help Us Stay In (HUSI) Eviction Prevention Program and Help Us Move In (HUMI) Rapid Rehousing Program, the need in Martin County has never been greater, each year we find the need growing as inflation grows but wages just do not keep pace. We are seeing a record number of families reaching out for assistance—many of them hardworking members of our local workforce, including
FDOT Treasure Coast Traffic Report July 31, 2026 – August 7, 2026 MARTIN, ST. LUCIE and INDIAN RIVER COUNTIES, Fla. Treasure Coast traffic will be affected this week by ongoing construction projects and maintenance work in Martin, St. Lucie, and Indian River counties, Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) officials report. Please note, any full road, ramp or bridge closures have been highlighted below. For around-the-clock, real-time, I-95 traffic information, visit www.fl511.com. For updated lane
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENTEast Stuart & Historic Downtown Stuart Officially Added to the National Register of Historic Places STUART, FLA (july 21, 2026) -- The City of Stuart is proud to announce that the East Stuart Historic District and the Downtown Stuart Historic District have been officially listed on the National Register of Historic Places by the National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior. This milestone marks the successful conclusion of a multi-year historic
Trouble viewing? View in your browser.Small Business Workshops | Aug 3 - 10August 3, 1:00pm EDTSBA Funding Options and Resources for Small BusinessesExplore SBA funding options, lender resources, and practical next steps for starting or growing your business.REGISTERAugust 3, 6:00pm EDTIntroduction to QuickBooks OnlineLearn the basics of QuickBooks Online so you can organize records, track activity, and manage your books.REGISTERAugust 3, 6:00pm EDTFunding Your Business: A Capital Roadmap for
Trouble viewing this email?Click here. July 2026Seagrass Restoration In June, Florida Atlantic University's Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute completed its largest seagrass restoration planting to date in the Indian River Lagoon. Over two days, the team harvested and planted five transects of shoal grass (Halodule wrightii) in roughly five feet of water at the deeper edge of an existing seagrass meadow. The seagrass had been grown in the Harbor Branch Seagrass Nursery in water pumped
The Mayfield Minute - August 2, 2026Good Morning!Back to School Next Monday, August 10th, is the first day of the 2026-2027 school year. As the new school year begins, I want to extend my thanks to our wonderful school staff, teachers, and parents. Your dedication and support are invaluable, and we appreciate all that you do to help our children reach their full potential. Whether this is your first year or your final year, we hope it is filled with extraordinary accomplishments and cherished
We're proud to launch the Child Protection Awareness Program,featuring training on Recognizing and Responding to Child Abuse.This educational program is designed to equip community members, professionals, and volunteers with the knowledge and skills needed to identify the signs of child abuse and respond appropriately. The training was initially developed in partnership with the Indian River State College Public Safety Training Complex to educate first responder candidates.Due to its success and
News Release Celebrating a Major Milestone for the Indian River Lagoon-South C-23/C-24 Stormwater Treatment Area Pictured from L-R: SFWMD Governing Board Member Ben Butler; Sen. Gayle Harrell; Executive Director of the Florida Oceanographic Society Mark Perry; Martin County Commission Chair Sarah Heard; SFWMD Executive Director Drew Bartlett; USACE-Jacksonville District Col. Brandon Bowman; U.S. Rep. Brian Mast; and St. Lucie County Commissioner James ClasbyThe U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
View this email in your browser Complimentary Skin Cancer ScreeningLiving in sunny South Florida puts you at an increased risk of skin cancer. Be proactive and join us for a free skin cancer screening.Screenings provided in partnership with the providers from Gardens Dermatology. Saturday, August 8, 2026 • 9 a.m. - NoonJupiter Medical Center, The Anderson Family Cancer Institute,1240 S. Old Dixie Hwy., JupiterAppointments are required. Call 561-263-4210.This screening is open only to
August 3rd, 202612th Edition From the Desk of Kara Stimpson, President and CEOIt is my honor to pass the torch this month to our Interim CEO, Christine Storm. I am so proud to introduce Christine to the Helping People Succeed community. Many of you have already met Christine, as she joined our team as our inaugural Chief Program Officer earlier this year and has made an immediate impact leading our program teams’ development. With her deep background in both programs and development, she is
Education Foundation launches back-to-school opportunities for classroom support STUART, Fla. — As Martin County students return to school August 10, the Education Foundation of Martin County is inviting individuals, families, civic groups, nonprofits and businesses to help equip local classrooms through three online programs that connect community support directly with teacher and student needs. Through Adopt-A-Class, supporters can adopt specific classrooms or school programs online for $100 or more,
Sens. Rick Scott, Marsha Blackburn Introduce Bill to Memorialize Victims of Communist Chinese TyrannyU.S. Senators Rick Scott and Marsha Blackburn introduced the Honoring theVictims of Communist China’s Tyranny Act, a bill to create a permanent memorial in Washington, D.C. to honor those killed by authoritarian Communist ideology and the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) dating back to Mao Zedong. The memorial would be placed in a public park directly across from Communist China's embassy
News from Congressman Brian Mast Joseph -The adjustment to civilian life after service can be difficult, but it doesn’t mean your best days are already behind you—it means you’ve got the chance to keep serving your community and making your country a better place. For those of you who are weighing your options, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently announced it’s partnering with IBM to offer free training in the fields American employers are hiring in right now. It’s called IBM SkillsBuild, and
| Action Alert Urge the U.S. Senate to Pass a Conservation-Forward Farm BillThe Farm Bill can help reverse the alarming decline of grassland and forest birds.Take ActionBobolink. Dear Bunny, The Farm Bill represents our country's single largest investment in conservation on private lands and can help reverse the alarming decline of grassland and forest birds. Audubon Action Fund members have already sent more than 21,115 messages to their U.S. Senators. Will you join them? Please take action
Trouble viewing? View in your browser. Small Business Workshop Performance Management That Actually Works August 13, 2026 @ 10:30 am EDTCost: $10.00Duration: 120 minutes LIVE ONLINE WorkshopPerformance Management That Actually Works Many employee performance issues do not begin as disciplinary or termination matters. They often stem from unclear expectations, inconsistent feedback , or lack of follow
Trouble viewing? View in your browser. REGISTERSmall Business Workshop Building Real Connections in the Age of AI August 12, 2026 @ 12:00 pm EDTCost: $10.00Duration: 120 minutes LIVE ONLINE WorkshopBuilding Real Connections in the Age of AIIn a world where AI and automation are transforming how we work and market our businesses, one thing is becoming more valuable than ever: human connection. That shift is exactly why the smartest
Sens. Rick Scott, Dan Sullivan, Tommy Tuberville Introduce Bill to Create Secretary of the Coast Guard PositionU.S. Senators Rick Scott, Dan Sullivan, and Tommy Tuberville introduced the Coast Guard Leadership Modernization Act. This bill would create a Secretary of the U.S. Coast Guard, mirroring a position across all other branches of the U.S Armed Forces. Currently, the Coast Guard lacks a dedicated civilian leadership position, and it defaults to the U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security.Senator Rick
Provide Your Input for the 2027 Florida Chamber Legislative Agenda The Florida Chamber of Commerce is already building next year’s Florida Business Agenda to ensure the right things get done (and ensure the wrong things don’t) in Tallahassee and Washington, D.C., and we need your input. For over a century, the Florida Chamber of Commerce remains on the front lines fighting for the right outcomes on policies that impact your business, your employees and Florida’s continued economic
U.S. Chamber ActionStand Up for Free EnterpriseAmerican Energy Is About to Make HistoryU.S. LNG exports are on track to become the nation's second-largest net export sector.One big thing: A new S&P Global Energy study, supported by the U.S. Chamber, finds that American liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports are on track to become the nation's second-largest net export sector, delivering consequential economic and geopolitical impacts—while keeping the impact on U.S. households negligible. Why it
WEEK IN REVIEW: FIGHTING FOR YOU DURING EVERY STAGE OF LIFEJoseph -It’s an honor to represent and fight for you in U.S. Congress, no matter what stage in life you are in: new parents and young families, those starting their careers, or seniors enjoying their golden years. This week, I introduced the FORMULA Act to make sure contaminants stay out of infant formula, because as a parent myself, I know when you’re standing in the formula aisle, you don’t to have to read a lab report to trust what
MARTIN, ST. LUCIE and INDIAN RIVER COUNTIES, Fla. – Treasure Coast traffic will be affected this week by ongoing construction projects and maintenance work in Martin, St. Lucie, and Indian River counties, Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) officials report. Please note, any full road, ramp or bridge closures have been highlighted below. For around-the-clock, real-time, I-95 traffic information, visit www.fl511.com. For updated lane closure information, please refer to www.d4fdot.com. Follow us on X
Dear Fellow Floridian,I have great news for everyone who takes prescription drugs: this week my bipartisan Consumer Labeling for Enhanced API Reporting and Legitimate Accountability for Base Entity Listings (CLEAR LABELS) Act passed out of the U.S. Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee!The bill — which would require country of origin labeling requirements to the U.S.’s prescription drug supply chain — passed the committee with a bipartisan vote of 21-1. Now it’s time for the
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The Mayfield Minute - July 26, 2026Good Morning!Americans with Disabilities Act Became Law 36 Years Ago Today On July 26, 1990, President George H. W. Bush signed the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) into law, marking one of the most significant civil rights achievements in modern U.S. history. The ADA established comprehensive protections for individuals with disabilities by prohibiting discrimination in employment, transportation, public accommodations,
Trouble viewing? View in your browser.Small Business Workshops | July 27 - Aug 3July 27, 6:00pm EDTCyber Security - Lessons From the Criminal UndergroundLearn practical steps to recognize cyber threats, prevent data loss, and protect your business from attacks.REGISTERJuly 27, 6:00pm EDTHow Government Contracts Really Work (And Why Most Businesses Miss Out)Understand the government contracting process and learn how to find opportunities, prepare proposals, and compete.REGISTERJuly 28, 12:00pm EDTRevving up:
Dear Chamber Members, As requested by so many I’m sending out Nancy’s obituary. Also included is the last paragraph of her obit describing her wishes regarding flowers, etc. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Nancy Sailer Youth LEADERship Scholarship at LEADERshipMCalumni.com or by check to Stuart/Martin County Chamber of Commerce. Please designate the donation is for the scholarship. Per Nancy’s wishes, no formal service will be held. The family will celebrate her life
Small Business Workshops | July 23 - Aug 8July 23, 12:00pm EDTWhat to Know Before Filing Your Business Taxes with the IRSREGISTERJuly 23, 6:00pm EDTSix Creative Ways to Use AutomationREGISTERJuly 25, 9:30am EDTLocal SEO - Get More FREE LeadsREGISTERJuly 27, 6:00pm EDTCyber Security - Lessons From the Criminal UndergroundREGISTERJuly 27, 6:00pm EDTHow Government Contracts Really Work (And Why Most Businesses Miss Out)REGISTERJuly 28, 12:00pm EDTRevving up: Bringing the Disney Business Strategies to Grow Your
News Release WHAT THEY ARE SAYING: Environmental Leaders Applaud the State of Florida and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for Signing First-of-a-Kind Agreement to Expedite Everglades Restoration Working together to advance massive water infrastructure projects MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. - This week, the South Florida Water Management District and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers signed a first-of-a-kind agreement to advance construction of key Everglades restoration projects in South
Trouble viewing? View in your browser. Small Business Workshop Excel Advanced August 6, 2026 @ 1:00 pm EDTCost: $10.00Duration: 120 minutes LIVE ONLINE WorkshopExcel Advanced This information-packed session will demonstrate with realistic examples some of the advanced functionalities of Excel, hand-picked based on our clients' requests and based on our 20 years of experience in the IT Training industry.This workshop will
Joseph -Today in the House, we passed this year’s U.S. House version of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)—it’s the bill that authorizes spending for the military, and I’m proud to say that several priorities I pushed for have been included.First, I’m fighting to eliminate the carryover leave cap. America asks extraordinary things of its men and women in uniform, yet the federal government takes away the compensation those men and women rightfully earned. Here's how it works today: any leave
Sen. Rick Scott Reacts to President Trump’s Release of CCP Election Interference EvidenceDear Fellow Floridian,The revelations in President Trump's speech last week were truly shocking. Communist China is our enemy and will stop at nothing to undermine our republic and destroy our way of life. The deep state will stop at nothing to stay in power and control the American people. It should be clear to every American citizen — Republican, Democrat, and Independent — that it has never been more crucial to
FLORIDA BY THE NUMBERS Florida Surpasses Mexico to Become the World's 14th Largest Economy The July 2026 edition ofFlorida By The Numbersis now available. Florida continues to strengthen its position as one of the world's leading economies, with new data highlighting the state's economic growth, labor market, education outcomes, inflation, and housing trends.Florida Chamber Foundation Senior Director of Economic Research, Sheridan Morby, breaks down what the latest numbers mean for Florida and why these
MARTIN COUNTY NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETINGS FOR AUGUST 2026 Notice is hereby given of the following meetings to be held at the Martin County Administrative Center, 2401 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, Florida and other locations as indicated for August 2026. Matters affecting your personal and property rights may be heard and acted upon. All interested persons are invited to attend and be heard. Written comments may be sent to the Board of County
Chairman Rick Scott Celebrates Senate Passage of the Older Americans Act ReauthorizationLast week, on the 61st anniversary of the Older Americans Act (OAA) being signed into law, U.S. Senate Committee on Aging Chairman Rick Scott celebrated the Senate passage of the OAA Reauthorization Act, legislation to renew vital programs our nation’s seniors rely on.Chairman Rick Scott said, “I am thrilled to see the OAA Reauthorization Act unanimously pass the Senate. This legislation is critical to protecting
State of Florida and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Sign First-of-a-Kind Agreement to Expedite Everglades RestorationSouth Florida Water Management District sent this bulletin at 07/21/2026 05:14 PM EDT View as a webpage here News Release State of Florida and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Sign First-of-a-Kind Agreement to Expedite Everglades Restoration Pictured from L-R Top Row: Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army (Civil Works) Lee Forsgren; Assistant Secretary of the Army
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Join the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) for upcoming public meetings in the next few weeks. For a list of all upcoming meetings, check out our Meeting Calendar. Meeting agendas are available at least seven days in advance. Meeting format varies for each meeting, and some meetings may be in-person only, virtual only, or a hybrid of both formats, so be sure to check the "Meeting Information" for details. SFWMD Public
Dear Fellow Floridian,Great news for Florida! This week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed my Sunshine Protection Act this bill would end America’s twice-yearly time change and allow our great state to stay on Daylight Saving Time year-round.I have been calling on Congress to pass the Sunshine Protection Act ever since I was Governor. In 2018, as Governor of Florida, I signed legislation that, pending federal approval, would exempt Florida from the time change.In Florida, an extra hour in the
The Mayfield Minute - July 19, 2026 Good Morning! 57th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 Mission's History Landing On July 20, 1969, the world watched Apollo 11 astronauts, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin, become the first humans to walk on the Moon. The Apollo 11 mission was a technological feat and a moment that united the nation and propelled America into a
Our Mission is to stop discharges into the St. Lucie River from Lake Okeechobee and to fight for a safe, healthy and ecologically balanced St. Lucie River Estuary and Indian River Lagoon, and the natural resources that are vital to the economy and quality of life of Martin County and the Treasure Coast. Rivers CoalitionJuly 2026
How to Build a Smarter Marketing Plan Using AIJuly 31st @ 10:00 AM I Fee: $10Location:Online WorkshopThe key to successfully running a Small Business is to have a Marketing Plan that covers:ProductPositioningPricingPromotionSales ForecastsStrategies and Tactics... and now we have a new tool, Artificial Intelligence, to assist in the task:How AI can help (and where it can’t)Step-by-step guide to building your plan with AILearn how to Create Your Own Smarter Marketing Plan and more in this Live Online
STUART, Fla. (June 24, 2026) – Treasure Coast residents, this one is for you! The Martin County Office of Tourism & Marketing (Discover Martin) has once again partnered with Visit St. Lucie and Visit Indian River to launch the Locals Only summer savings program. Redeem exclusive deals at hotels, restaurants, boutiques, attractions, and experiences across the region, available now through September 30, 2026. The Locals Only program is a thank you to all the people who call the Treasure Coast home. From
What Is Adobe Firefly? Adobe Firefly is a standalone generative artificial intelligence application built to assist small businesses and creators with visual asset generation through plain language instructions. The system operates via a web browser interface, converting detailed text descriptions into accurate graphics, stylized artwork, or high definition video sequences. Every output generated through its production ready features is certified and cleared for commercial marketing use, protecting your
The Treasure Coast is one of Florida's most ecologically distinct regions — home to the Indian River Lagoon, the St. Lucie River, and a business community that has long treated environmental stewardship as a civic value, not a marketing angle. The Stuart/Martin County Chamber of Commerce is a member of the River Coalition, which signals something real about how local businesses relate to the natural systems around them. That context matters if you're thinking about launching a business
Businesses of all sizes rely on consultants to solve problems, improve performance, and unlock growth. A consultant is a specialized professional who offers expert advice in a defined area such as finance, marketing, operations, or technology. Rather than depending on a single perspective, many companies benefit from working with different consultants across disciplines.Key Takeaways at a Glance Different consultants bring specialized expertise that internal teams may lack. External advisors offer
Small Business Administration Date: 03/04/2026 U.S. SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION FACT SHEET – ECONOMIC INJURY DISASTER LOANS (SBA DISASTER DECLARATION DUE TO DESIGNATION BY THE SECRETARY OF AGRICULTURE) FLORIDA Declaration 21457 (Disaster: FL-20034) Incident: FREEZE, FROST, ICE, AND HIGH WINDS occurring: January 23, 2026 through February 5, 2026 in the Florida counties of: Broward, Palm Beach and Sumter; and the contiguous Florida counties of: Citrus, Collier, Glades, Hendry, Hernando, Lake, Marion,
OFFICE OF DISASTER RECOVERY & RESILIENCE Release Date: March 10, 2026 Contact: Karen.Knapik@sba.gov Release Number: FL-20034-01 Follow us on X, Facebook, LinkedIn & Instagram SBA Offers Disaster Relief to Florida Small Businesses and Private Nonprofits Affected by Freeze, Frost, Ice and High Winds Low interest disaster loans now available WASHINGTON— The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low interest federal disaster loans to small businesses and private nonprofit (PNP)
Video and audio have become the default language of digital discovery — and for member businesses across Martin County and Port St. Lucie, that shift is too significant to ignore. How widely video has been adopted tells the story plainly: 91% of businesses now use video as a marketing tool, with 93% of video marketers calling it an important part of their overall strategy. Port St. Lucie is one of Florida's fastest-growing cities, with a metro area topping 500,000 residents and rising. The chamber members
STUART, FL – March 06, 2026 — Chapman School of Seamanship, an internationally recognized 501(c)3, nonprofit marine training institution and the State of Florida’s designated maritime school, has announced the launch of its new Vessel Legacy Program. This initiative allows boat and yacht owners to donate vessels to support maritime education, workforce development, and safety programs for boaters of all ages. Through the program, donated vessels may be used as ‘at-the-helm’ training platforms for
We are proud to announce that our Firm has changed its name to Lesser, Landy, Smith & Siegel, PLLC. The name change acknowledges the significant contributions of Firm Partner Glenn Siegel and marks an exciting new chapter in our almost 98-year history as a personal injury law firm in Florida. “Glenn has worked in our firm for almost the entirety of his lengthy legal career,” Managing Partner Gary S. Lesser said. “He exemplifies our values of working hard to get great results for our clients with personal
Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC, is pleased to announce that Attorney Mike Scott has joined the Firm and will be working out of our Stuart and West Palm Beach offices. A native of New England, Scott has spent the past decade litigating cases, primarily as a defense attorney, at firms in Florida, Massachusetts and Connecticut. Eager to work on behalf of injured clients and their families, Scott will focus his practice on representing individuals and families who have suffered serious personal injury or
West Palm Beach, FL – Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC, is proud to announce that Ethel L. Velasquez has joined the firm, Of Counsel, in its West Palm Beach office, where she will focus her practice on personal injury litigation. Raised in West Palm Beach, Velasquez is a member of the Palm Beach County Hispanic Bar Association and Palm Beach County Florida Association of Women Lawyers and volunteers her time in support of the nonprofits Latinos in Action, El Sol and Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach
A “consummate professional whose entire legal career has been defined by his personal professional conduct,” Managing Partner Gary S. Lesser was honored by his peers on March 8 with the Palm Beach County Bar Association’s Sidney A. Stubbs Professionalism Award. Attorneys Patricia Leonard and Alexcia Cox presented Lesser with the award in front of hundreds of attorneys and judges at a luncheon during the Palm Beach County Bar Association’s 2024 Bench Bar Conference. “I think this is the biggest
STUART, Fla. (December 6, 2023) – Martin County, Florida is known for being a premier family-friendly vacation destination, thanks to countless ecotourism activities, beautiful hotels, world-class restaurants, and miles of pristine coastline. However, it’s also a popular pet-friendly escape. The Martin County Office of Tourism & Marketing and Explore Natural Martin recognize that outdoor adventures and pets go hand-in-paw, which is why they are excited to announce the new B.A.R.K. Ranger program, which
