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Sunday, June 14, 2026 · Martin County
Groveland Finishes Water Meter Tower Installation Early
Groveland completed installation of 17 water meter towers in early June, ahead of schedule. The towers will enable faster leak detection and more accurate billing once system testing begins.
Groveland Finishes Water Meter Tower Network Ahead of Schedule
Groveland completed installation of 17 water meter towers ahead of schedule, part of a larger infrastructure upgrade that will provide customers real-time access to water usage data by 2027.
Sunday, June 14, 2026
St. Petersburg Opens $42 Million Fund for Affordable Housing Developers
St. Petersburg opened applications for $42 million in federal grants for developers building or renovating affordable rental housing, with applications due today.
Sunday, June 14, 2026
North Miami Gets $1.1M Federal Grant for Water Plant Upgrades
North Miami secured $1.1 million in federal funding to modernize its water treatment plant, upgrades that will improve efficiency and strengthen infrastructure against extreme weather.
Sunday, June 14, 2026
Martin County Sprays Jensen Beach, Rio, Port Salerno Tonight for Mosquitoes
Martin County Mosquito Control sprays Jensen Beach, Rio, and Port Salerno tonight to control adult mosquitoes. Residents should stay indoors during the operation.
Sunday, June 14, 2026
Treasure Coast Hospice Names Agnes Palmer Foundation Director
Treasure Coast Hospice names Agnes Palmer executive director of its foundation, expanding philanthropic efforts across three counties.
Sunday, June 14, 2026
Treasure Coast Hospice Receives 4-Star CMS Rating
Treasure Coast Hospice received a 4-star quality rating from Medicare & Medicaid Services, placing two of its programs among Florida's top hospice providers.
Sunday, June 14, 2026
Martin County Urges Hurricane Season Preparedness
Martin County officials urge residents to prepare for the 2024 Hurricane Season by knowing their zone, making a plan, and gathering supplies.
Sunday, June 14, 2026
Stuart Fire Officials Warn of Grill Dangers as Summer Season Nears
Stuart fire officials remind residents to clean grills, keep them away from homes, and never leave them unattended as grilling season begins.
Sunday, June 14, 2026
Stuart Residents Should Prepare Now as Hurricane Season Begins June 1
Stuart residents should finalize hurricane preparedness plans as the Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1. Storms can form and strike at any time through November 30.
Sunday, June 14, 2026
Martin County Urges Residents to Prepare for Hurricane Season
Martin County officials want residents to prepare for hurricane season now. Visit the county website to create a plan and sign up for weather alerts.
Sunday, June 14, 2026
Martin County Commission Meets June 4
Martin County commissioners convene June 4 at 9 a.m. Public agendas available online.
Sunday, June 14, 2026
Martin County Commissioners Meet June 4
Martin County commissioners convene June 4 at 9 a.m. for a regular meeting open to the public.
Sunday, June 14, 2026
Martin County Solid Waste Convenience Centers Adjust Hours
Martin County Solid Waste convenience centers adjusted operating hours starting October 1, 2023, to improve service efficiency for residents.
Sunday, June 14, 2026
Mosquito Control Issues Aerial Spray Notification for Martin County
Martin County Mosquito Control will conduct aerial spraying due to increased mosquito activity; affected residents will receive prior notification.
Sunday, June 14, 2026
New Year’s Eve Dinner at Toro Toro Miami
Toro Toro Miami will offer a four-course prix fixe menu with live entertainment for New Year’s Eve 2024, featuring dishes like Wagyu Short Rib and Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass.
Sunday, June 14, 2026
Martin County to Discuss FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant
Martin County commissioners will hold a special meeting June 4 to discuss a federal hazard mitigation grant project.
Sunday, June 14, 2026
Martin County Extends Free Debris Collection for Tropical Storm Nicole
Martin County continues free storm debris collection for unincorporated residents affected by Tropical Storm Nicole. Residents should follow specific placement guidelines when curbside pickup occurs.
Sunday, June 14, 2026
Martin County Resumes Free Debris Collection in Unincorporated Areas After Tropical Storm Nicole
Martin County offers free debris removal for unincorporated residents affected by Tropical Storm Nicole, organized by collection zones.
Sunday, June 14, 2026
Martin County Commissioners to Meet June 4
Martin County Board of County Commissioners will hold its next regular meeting on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, starting at 9:00 AM, with the public invited to attend.
Sunday, June 14, 2026
Martin County Commissioners Meet Tomorrow at 9 a.m.
Martin County commissioners convene tomorrow morning at 9 a.m. EST at the Administrative Center in Stuart. Public agendas are online.
Sunday, June 14, 2026
Martin County Commissioners Meet June 4
Martin County commissioners convene June 4 at 9 a.m. at the Administrative Center. The public is welcome.
Sunday, June 14, 2026
Martin County Commissioners Meet June 4
Martin County commissioners hold their regularly scheduled meeting June 4 at 9 a.m. in Stuart.
Sunday, June 14, 2026
Stuart's Downtown and East Stuart Districts Advance to National Register
Two Stuart historic districts cleared Florida's review board and now head to the National Park Service for final listing on the National Register of Historic Places.
Sunday, June 14, 2026
DeSantis Rejects Florida Gas Tax Pause Amid $4/Gallon Spike
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis shot down calls to suspend the state's 25-cent gas tax, warning drivers won't feel relief at pumps hitting $4 a gallon. Despite pleas from Democrats and Palm Beach County leaders, he cited past failures and oil market volatility. As global tensions rise, Florida motorists brace for pain at the pump.
Sunday, June 14, 2026
DeSantis Signs 9 Key Florida Laws on Safety, Schools and Traffic
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed nine new laws Thursday in Tallahassee, tackling unlicensed drivers, church security and body camera privacy amid rising public safety concerns. Most take effect July 1, joining nearly 60 others passed this year. From stricter traffic penalties to expanded school guardians, the measures aim to bolster security across the Sunshine State.
Sunday, June 14, 2026
Florida's Lab-Grown Meat Ban Survives Federal Court Challenge
Nearly two years after Governor Ron DeSantis signed legislation banning cultivated meat sales in Florida, a federal appeals court upheld the controversial law as constitutional. The 11th Circuit Court of Appeals rejected a challenge from California-based Upside Foods, cementing Florida's status as the first state to prohibit lab-grown meat—a move critics say protects the traditional livestock industry rather than consumers.
Sunday, June 14, 2026
Florida Launches Mandatory Hurricane Drills Across All 67 Counties
With hurricane season looming just weeks away, Florida's Division of Emergency Management has rolled out mandatory public safety drills statewide to sharpen readiness. The initiative targets all 67 counties, urging residents to stock seven days of supplies and master evacuation protocols. Officials warn that recent storms underscore the need for swift action amid rising threats.
Sunday, June 14, 2026
DeSantis Greenlights UFC, Colleges in Florida's New License Plates
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a bill unleashing eight new specialty license plates, from UFC fighters to South Florida high schools and military academies. Drivers can start pre-ordering Oct. 1, but only if 3,000 vouchers sell in two years. With over 2.3 million special tags already on roads, these could boost scholarships, mental health and more.
Sunday, June 14, 2026