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Council to present annual juried art show
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For Hometown News MARTIN COUNTY - The Marvin S. Cone 26th annual high school juried art show recognizes the artistic talents of high- school students with an awards reception on May 4 from 5-7 p.m. at the Court House Cultural Center Galleries. This exhibition features artwork by students from Martin County, South Fork, and Jensen Beach high schoo...
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Political forums taking place
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For Hometown News MARTIN COUNTY - The Martin County Council of Chambers and the Economic Council invite community members to come and meet their candidates in person as they introduce themselves and discuss issues affecting local government and the community. This is an opportunity to become more informed before voting in the August primary. Poli...
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Job training offered in home-health field
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For Hometown News TREASURE COAST - Certified nursing assistants who are looking for new opportunities and quick job training in the health-care field should consider registering for the home health aide course offered by Indian River State College. IRSC is now accepting applications for the home health aide course. Classes are May 21- July 16, Mo...
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Community leaders praised at reception
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For Hometown News HOBE SOUND - The Hobe Sound Community Chest applauded those in Hobe Sound who contributed generously to the chest's coffers in 2011 during its annual leadership reception. Hobe Sound Community Chest board members Nathaniel and Alita Reed opened their home for the event, which included thanking the nearly 300 people in Hobe Sound...
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Bicycle helmets donated to students
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For Hometown News MARTIN COUNTY - The Martin Health Foundation, through a gift provided by Women of Philanthropy, is donating hundreds of bicycle helmets to all kindergarten and first- grade students at Warfield and Port Salerno elementary schools and J.D. Parker School of Science, Math and Technology. The first presentation of bicycle helmets to...
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Theater giving away scholarships
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For Hometown News MARTIN COUNTY - StarStruck Performing Arts Center and Theatre will give away three scholarships for three of their musical theater summer programs. A recommendation by a student's music teacher, along with an essay from the recommended student about why they would benefit from a StarStruck Scholarship, is required. The programs ...
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Foundation presents endowed teaching chairs
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For Hometown News TREASURE COAST - Four Indian River State College professors were surprised with endowed teaching chairs from the IRSC Foundation in recognition of outstanding teaching and to implement training institutes benefiting students and the community. The recipients are Marvin E. Hobson, assistant professor, learning assistance departme...
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Governor appoints four to college district board of trustees
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For Hometown News TREASURE COAST - Gov. Rick Scott appointed Susan R. Caron, Jose "Joe" Conrado, Mark Feurer and Phoebe Raulerson to the Indian River State College district board of trustees. Ms. Caron, 52, of Fort Pierce, has been an administrative assistant for the St. Lucie County Board of County Commissioners since 2010. Previously, she was a...
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Grants now available to teachers for classroom supplies
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For Hometown News TREASURE COAST - With government tightening spending, it's welcome when private business helps provide seemingly simple things such as pencils and paper. St. Lucie Lanes and Kids Bowl Free have partnered for the fifth year to provide two free games of bowling every day all summer for Treasure Coast children and provide 400 grant...
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Bank supports children's art auction
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For Hometown News MARTIN COUNTY - Seacoast National Bank once again supported the YMCA's annual children's art auction at the Louis Dreyfus Citrus branch YMCA in Indiantown. This is the eighth year the event has showcased framed artwork designed by the young children who attend the YMCA. Seacoast National Bank has been a supporter since 2008. "Th...
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Fundraiser brings in thousands for food program
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For Hometown News MARTIN COUNTY - Spring was in the air when a crowd of 170 got together to raise funds for Meals on Wheels at the sixth annual Flower Power luncheon, fashion show and silent auction. The event, which was held at the Charles and Rae Kane Center on March 21, cleared more than $25,000, enough for 4,000 meals for disadvantaged, homeb...
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Volunteers needed for help with food drive
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For Hometown News MARTIN COUNTY - The annual Stamp Out Hunger food drive is May 12 and House of Hope is seeking volunteers to help sort the tons of food delivered in Martin County. Residents can help by placing a bag of nonperishable food items by their mailboxes for their letter carrier to pick up on May 12. Recommended items include: canned mea...
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Obituaries
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Vincent Louis Trupia Vincent Louis Trupia, 60, of Hobe Sound, died April 17, 2012. Arrangements by All County Funeral Home & Crematory. Arline Guyette Arline Guyette, 86, of Stuart, died April 17, 2012. Arrangements by Treasure Coast Seawinds Funeral Home & Crematory. Marcel Stahl Marcel Stahl, 64, of Stuart, died April 18, 2012. Arrangements...
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Choir to hold fundraiser
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For Hometown News MARTIN COUNTY - Martin County High School's Outstanding People United to Sing chorus boosters announce a fundraiser on May 15 at Mulligan's Beach House Bar & Grill, located at 61 S.W. Osceola St., Stuart. Mulligan's is donating 10 percent of all its sales from 4-10 p.m. to OPUS. This fundraiser is in conjunction with the 201...
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Trail to expand, more parking added
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For Hometown News MARTIN COUNTY - The South Florida Water Management District and its partners in Martin County are enhancing public access to a unique recreation area known as Pal-Mar East. The main feature of the expansion is more public parking access for activities such as horseback riding and hiking. "Expanding access to the site is a prime ...
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Register opening for summer classes
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For Hometown News TREASURE COAST - Indian River State College will offer more than 400 courses at five campuses throughout the Treasure Coast beginning May 8 when the summer I semester starts. The summer II semester begins June 25. Academic courses provide college-bound students with an opportunity to jump start their education by beginning studi...
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Writers earn college scholarships
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For Hometown news TREASURE COAST - Excellence in writing earned high-school seniors scholarships to Indian River State College and top honors in the college's annual creative writing contest. Rhett Reisman, a senior at Saint Edward's School, was the first-place winner for his sonnet, "I Do Math Not Sonnets." Julia Pont, a senior at Fort Pierce Ce...
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Martin County Clubs & Classes
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Clubs and organizations .A+ Friendship Group: Nondenominational group for age 50 and older, meets Mondays and Fridays, (except holidays), from 6:30-9 p.m. for cards and games. Snacks are provided, with a $1 donation accepted. Meeting place is at the Vince Bocchino Community Center at Langford Park, 2369 N.E. Dixie Highway, Jensen Beach. For more ...
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