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MARTIN COUNTY — The usual summertime employment lull took a short vacation, but is back.

From June to July the county saw its not seasonally adjusted unemployment rise from 5.5 to 5.8 percent. The slowdown usually comes sooner, but Martin had no change in its jobs numbers from May to June.

The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity released its monthly jobs report Aug. 21. The state’s monthly numbers for counties are not seasonally adjusted.

In 2014, Martin’s July unemployment was at 6.8 percent. The year before it was 8.1.

Tim Dougher, executive director of the Business Development Board of Martin County, said despite the slight seasonal slowdown, employers are looking for workers. The Business Development Board, BDB, is preparing for the biannual Martin County Career & Job Fair, Oct. 30. It’ll be 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Indian River State College’s Chastain Campus, 2400 S.E. Salerno Road, Stuart.

“We’re already seeing interest by local companies wanting to be a part of that job fair,” Dougher said.

Dougher said Martin employers are aware they’re in a growing competition for workers. He said

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Mitch Kloorfain/chief photographer Palm City Dolphins coach Stephen Partin gets right in the huddle during a scrimmage as they prepare for their opening day Saturday, Sept 5 in Palm Beach. The Dolphins first home game will be Saturday, 19 at Jock Leighton Park in Palm City.

Commission considers electric franchise fee, rates could soar Patrick McCallister STAFF WRITER

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MARTIN COUNTY — The county commission is eyeing power poles as a potential cash crop. It’s on a quest to plug a $260-million maintenance backlog that’s growing about $15 million a year. The county could get about $9 million a year from Florida Power & Light if it crosses its heart and promises

not to get into the electric business.

FPL would get the money from its customers.

That was one of five possible new revenue sources that the commission discussed at a workshop Tuesday, Aug. 18.

“It’s actually gone to the top of my list,” Commissioner John Haddox, Palm City, said at the meeting.

The commission heard from staff and a FPL representative about creating an electric franchise fee,

which could add about 6 percent to the power company’s customers’ bills for up to 30 years. If the county and company ink a franchise agreement, FPL would get added access to many of the county’s rights of way. However, the franchise wouldn’t prevent other electric providers who meet regulatory muster from selling in Martin County.

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PALM CITY – Dancer Elisabeth Baehman, of Palm City, is only 15, but she has already performed at the Kennedy Center.

For three weeks this summer, Elisabeth participated in a ballet intensive with students from around the world. They were selected and tutored by Suzanne Farrell, one of the most celebrated ballerinas of the 20th century and a 2005 recipient of the Kennedy Center Honors.

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How $300,000 could change the future for abused, neglected kids Lisa Barry

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The price tag to patch the hole, Butler says, is about $300,000.

That $300,000 would buy a house Butler and her team at “Guardians for New Futures” would transform into a kid-friendly haven for children and teens displaced from their homes.

She already has her eye on one property for the future “Sanctuary 4Kids Treasure Coast.”

In the course of the last six months, the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) has plucked an average of 47 kids per month from their homes in St. Lucie, Martin, Indian River and Okeechobee counties. The reason for their removal could range from fire to physical abuse to drug bust, Butler said.

In the hours immediately following their removal, kids often find

ment in a safe home. They are often separated from siblings. Frequently, they overhear adult conversations regarding their parents or their own uncertain futures, that Butler said, little ears should not have to hear.

“It’s not DCF’s fault, they’re doing the best they can with the resources they have,” Butler said. “But the truth is, once a child is removed from the home, it can be several hours to overnight before [DCF] finds a relative or a safe place to take them for a longer period of time.”

That is where Butler thinks her organization can fill in the gap.

“These children need a loving distraction while people work in the background to find them a loving, and safe place to live,” Butler said.

“They can come and watch TV, play Xbox, bake cookies, get a bath, put on fresh pajamas, and crawl into a warm bed.”

In addition, children would be able to talk with counselors and trained professionals in an environment where they feel safe and protected, Butler said.

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Negron strengthens claim he’ll be next Senate President Patrick McCallister STAFF WRITER

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f Sen. Joe Negron is anything it’s confidently understated.

This is the man who headed up the 2013 Indian River Lagoon select committee that asked the Florida Legislature for $220 million for cleanup projects and got $232 million.

Leading up to the victory, Negron told Your Voice, “We’ll get something for the lagoon.” When the appropriations passed the legislature and governor’s lineitem veto pen in 2014, Negron’s response amounted to — that’s good, and please pass the salt.

So when Negron announced Wednesday, Aug. 26, in an email to press throughout the state, that he’s got the votes in the Florida Senate to become the next president, it was hard to dismiss the claim as wishful thinking.

“It’s undisputed I have the majority of votes for Senate President,” he said in his trademarked near monotone voice during a telephone interview after the announcement.

Not so fast, Joe, Sen. Jack Latvala, Clearwater, retorted in his area’s press. He’s also vying for the big chair in the State Senate and says he’s got plenty of muscle to win this fight. Negron may or may not have ever read “The Art of War” — I’ve never asked

Patrick McCallister — but he does seem to live his political life by Gen. Sun Tzu’s advice to, “Fight only the battles in which victory is sure.”

It was unusual for anyone vying for the Senate presidency to release a list of supporters so early in the game. The Negron list has 14 of 26 Republican senators, including himself. The act is tantamount to a poker player laying all his cards on the table early in a hand and tossing in more chips.

But the list includes heavy hitters in the 40-member chamber.

The Senate’s 14 Democrats will be sitting this one out, because they’re the minority party. If Negron’s hand of 14 votes holds up, he’s got the winning cards. There are only 12 votes left.

In December Senate Republicans will have a shindig and pick

leaders to take those seats after the 2016 elections. Negron crafts a narrative in which they go into a room, everyone shakes hands, and he comes out president-elect.

Latvala’s supporters are pointing to some unpredictable cards standing between Negron and the big seat. Reapportionment, the possibility of special elections, and term limits. Three of the senators on Negron’s list are term-limited, and no one knows every change reapportionment might bring given that the courts are involved.

Negron says no one opposing his election as the Senate’s presidency has named any unusual and unpredictable factor.

“There’s an orderly process of transition of Senate leadership and it’s been done for decades like this,” he said.

If Negron’s play to become Senate President succeeds, as it seems likely to, what’s in it for the Treasure Coast? His answer smacks of more understatement.

“I intend to use the opportunities I have in the Legislature to make sure our community is adequately represented and receive our fair share of appropriations,” he said.

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Butler pitched her idea to a room full of community movers and shakers including representatives from other nonprofits, local governments, and law enforcement agencies, on Aug. 28.

Among the audience members was Adam Fetterman, local attorney and general counsel for the St. Lucie County Sheriff.

“I’m surely supportive of this. I think it’s unfortunate that we have to do something like this, that the State doesn’t play the important role that it should for these kids,” Fetterman said.

“When law enforcement has to get involved and remove a child because of safety, sometimes it is a very traumatic situation,” Fetterman said. “It’s important for them to feel safe, not just to be safe,” he added.

Butler’s proposed sanctuary could be that safe place that Fetterman agrees the four-county area is completely lacking.

“This is an unmet need for the children in our area,” said Linda

Senator Joe Negron Back in the real world where few talk in monotone, the crown jewel of Negron’s local popularity is the Indian River Lagoon and his battle against discharges of the nutrient-rich Lake Okeechobee waters that further foul the withering waterway. As Senate President, people will answer Negron’s phone calls and tell him what’s happening with the $232 million the Florida Senate Select Committee on Indian River Lagoon and Lake Okeechobee gained in 2014.

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Hope’s Closet has already committed to a partnership with Butler’s future sanctuary to provide fresh, clean clothing for children who arrive there.

“At Hope’s Closet, we receive referrals from guidance counselors and teachers who see children come to school in obvious distress,” Chastain said. “We would just expand our mission and our ministry to include the sanctuary.”

In 2008, Butler became part of a trio of women to launch the “Guardians for New Futures,” nonprofit organization with a mission “to support the unfunded needs of abused and neglected children while increasing community awareness and education to further protect children,” according to the organization’s website.

Since then, the organization has facilitated more than 50 monthly training workshops on child-related

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Baehman said that Suzanne Farrell, who does give classes at Florida State, held a workshop in February for students to audition for the Kennedy Center program.

“My husband, Chris, drove six hours there and six hours back so she could audition,” Baehman said. “She did it for the experience. It’s hard to get in and she just wanted the experience. When she received the email (that she was accepted,) we both started screaming. We didn’t think she’d get in. Most of the students are from the School of American Ballet in New York.”

Elisabeth Baehman called on her first day back from Washington.

“It was absolutely amazing,” she said. “It was so cool to be able to take classes with Ms. Farrell for three weeks.”

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The students did have the opportunity to tour Washington, visiting monuments and museums and walking around Georgetown.

“One activity was shopping,” Elisabeth said. “We had to cook for ourselves.”

The young ballerina said that Ms. Farrell gave corrections during the class and showed students how she wanted the movements done. She used her own experiences with legendary choreographer Georges Balanchine to illustrate the points.

“She’d give corrections or tell me if I did something right,” Elisabeth said. “It was a good thing to get corrections. During the last class, after one combination, she said that was good. She never says something like that. It was pretty cool.”

Now she is looking forward to her move to Tampa. She is familiar with the programs, having spent time there for several summers.

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That’s the Treasure Coast’s stake in this political poker game.

Negron’s district covers the eastern sides of St. Lucie and Martin along with portions of Indian River and Palm Beach counties.

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Commander Moynihan was raised just outside of Buffalo, NY. She graduated from St. Bonaventure University in Olean, New York with a B.A. degree in English Literature and a minor in Psychology. “I was a free spirit,” said Moynihan. “If you had asked me in high school or college if I would ever have joined the military I would have thought you were crazy.” When the Iran Hostage Crisis occurred however, Moynihan changed her mind. “It affected me deeply,” said Moynihan. “I was outraged and couldn’t sit idly by.

I felt a calling to help and wanted to play a direct role in trying to achieve positive change. That’s when I decided to join the Navy.”

Moynihan was stationed at San Nicholas Island in California and Pearl Harbor, Hawaii where she served as an Anti-Submarine Warfare Officer for four years.

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Her reserve duty included Military Sealift Command, Atlantic. This was the first reserve unit in the U.S. recalled to active duty for Desert Storm. Lori returned to active duty as a Lieutenant Commander serving in Desert Storm and was stationed in Bayonne, NJ. She received the Navy Commendation medal for her service during the conflict.

“Joining the U.S. Navy was a life-changing decision for me,” said Moynihan. “Even as an Ensign, I had 25 people working for me. By the time I made Lieutenant Junior Grade I was managing a team of 90 Ocean System Technicians. These young men and women were so highly intelligent that I had to develop creative, managerial techniques in order to be an effective leader. This experience has followed me through my career and has given me managerial skills that I still use to this day.”

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After college, she was the first female polygraph examiner in the state of Colorado. She also spent 20 years as Director of Sales and Design for Tindall Homes in Princeton, New Jersey. Her love of books and passion for people drew her to positions at Barnes & Noble and Gaiam in 2008 and 2011 respectively. In 2012 she moved from Colorado to Florida to be closer to her mother, and it was then that she joined the Piper’s Landing family.

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The youth dated Arielle for only a few months when Arielle called off the relationship in May. Her mom alluded she was never comfortable with him. He seemed insecure, jealous and controlling.

Looney broke into the home and directly went into the girls’ bedroom where Arielle and her sister, Amanda, were sleeping.

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An altercation between Prieto and Looney took place and Arielle sprang to defend her mother.

“She was punching him in the face to get him off of me and when he turned, he grabbed her shoulder and started stabbing her,” said Prieto.

Looney stabbed the teen in the stomach multiple times and once in the heart. She managed to kick him off of her and the two teens were able to barricade the door, while mom ran for the phone.

“Amanda, who is only 12, was actually the one who called 911,” said Prieto. “She barricaded the door by keeping one foot on the door and her other foot on the edge of the bed, while holding the lock.

She also continued to speak to her injured sister the whole time so she would not fall asleep.”

On the other side of that door, Prieto was in a battle against Looney.

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Prieto said she repeatedly targeted sensitive areas of the body for strikes and grips. She was ready to do it again.

“He messed with the wrong Momma,” Prieto said.

Looney fled, but police later arrested him. At press time, prosecutors are considering charging him as an adult.

Prieto was rushed to Lawnwood Regional Medical Center & Heart Institute in Fort Pierce. Amanda was picked up by a family member at the home and Arielle was airlifted to St. Mary’s Medical Center, in West Palm Beach.

“It’s pretty horrifying not to be with your child when she’s getting major surgery,” Prieto said.

Despite her serious injuries, doctors expect Arielle to recover physically. Prieto, too, will physically recover. However, among her injuries is a deep hand cut, leaving Prieto unable to work.

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Preito said she’s haunted by a lot of second guessing about the night Looney attacked. She could have listened to the dogs sooner.

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“I’m big in martial arts,” Preito said. “I think it’s important, for young girls especially. My girls, thank God, have learned self-defense, which is why I think they didn’t panic.”

She urges all parents to get their children trained in self-defense.

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“My (power) bill would go up $6 a month,” he said.

Haddox said that the franchise fee is small enough that it wouldn’t break budgets, or significantly curtail spending. Additionally, he said many FPL consumers could offset the new fee by reducing power use with relatively simple and painless behavioral modifications.

“What I like about that is it collects $9 million (a year),” Haddox said. “That goes a long way to addressing our annual shortfall.”

At the meeting, Commissioner Sarah Heard said she was loath to add to people’s power bills.

“The FPL franchise fee is my least preferred revenue,” she said.

“This fee burdens those who can least afford an additional tax. Why should those who are least able to provide for themselves be digging us out of our burden we created.”

Last year Martin voters narrowly nixed a commission-proposed local-option 1 cent sales tax aimed at reducing the maintenance backlog. The vote was close enough to force a state-mandated recount. There was a 70-vote separation killing the proposed tax.

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Additionally, the county’s municipalities, such as the City of Stuart, would have gotten about $11 million split among them. The commission has occasionally discussed resurrecting the proposed sales tax with modifications to give back to voters. That came up at this workshop.

At the revenue workshop, county staff also told the commission about enacting an existing countywide stormwater utility, creating municipal services taxing units, enacting infrastructure surtax, and new funding options for St. Lucie Inlet maintenance.

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He said any tax increase, by name or default, must give the payers visible added value.

Smith suggested instead of discussing new fees, the commission needed to consider economic development tools to add value to the existing tax base. The county would need to increase its taxable value by more than $1 billion to raise about $20 million a year in property taxes.

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STUART – For an arts and entertainment reporter, the end of summer isn’t back-to school, its back-to-the season. While the summer offerings grow each year, it is during the season that the stars come down to Florida. The Lyric Theatre, where tickets go on sale Sept. 8, has a busy season planned.

Walter Parks, former lead guitarist for Richie Havens, opens the season Oct. 3. He brings his one-man show inspired by the historic sounds of the Okefenokee Swamp.

Also in October, the popular Michael Amante returns for two shows on the 17th.

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and the Tenor” stars Amante and several of his musical friends.

Flutist Gary Arbuthnot, a student of James Galway, will present classical and popular favorites Nov. 7 and country star Lee Greenwood take the stage Nov. 8.

“The Jew, The Old Jew and the Guy from Jersey: An Evening of Clean Stand-Up Comedy,” comes to town Nov. 13 and another returning favorite, “Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus Live!” takes the stage Nov. 20-21.

December is always a busy month at the Lyric and it’s a good time to think about a gift of tickets to upcoming shows. Comedian Kathleen Madigan comes to town Dec. 2, and Dec. 4 brings the National Chinese Circus and the Acrobats of the People’s Republic of China. You can celebrate Christmas the Italian way when Franco Corso brings “My Italian Christmas” to the stage Dec. 5 for two shows.

Fans of the legendary band, the Eagles will want to see “7 Bridges-The Ultimate Eagles Experience, Dec. 7. “A Peter White Christmas,” with Rick Braun and Mindi Abair, is a Lyric tradition.

The three come to Stuart Dec. 9.

Paul Tanner, an impressionist called “The Man of Many Voices,” presents “12 Personalities and No Waiting” Dec. 15.

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Those Dukes of Hazzard, Tom Wopat and John Schneider bring “Return of the Dukes Christmas” Dec. 16. Simon and Garfunkel’s legendary 1981 reunion concert in central Park is recreated by Lee Lessack and Johnny Rodgers Dec. 17. The year ends with “On the Radio,” recreating the sounds of the 1970s, Dec. 29 and the Brad Ross Family Magic Show Dec. 30.

The New Year opens with “Menopause: The Musical,” Jan. 4-5. Broadway star and Tony winner Faith Prince presents, “An Intimate Evening” Jan. 7. Local opera star Lorrianna Collozzo returns to the Lyric Jan. 14 with her show, “High Standards,” covering genres including Broadway, opera and familiar songs.

The Irish Comedy Tour comes to town Jan. 16 and the jazz ensemble, “The Hot Sardines” brings its unique sound to town Jan. 21.

Arlo Guthrie returns with his “Alice’s Restaurant 50th Anniversary Tour” Jan. 22. The popular vocalist, comedian and pianist Sarge returns Jan. 23 and the political satire troupe Capitol Steps makes an appearance Jan. 25.

The month ends with two special shows, on Jan. 28. Jessica Fellowes presents “Chronicles of

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Superstar violinist Joshua Bell returns to the Lyric Jan. 29.

February begins with “Always…

Patsy Cline” Feb. 5-6. The show features Carter Calvert. Political satirist and pianist Mark Russell comes to the Lyric Feb. 13. Valentine’s Day brings The Atlantic City Boys and the sounds of the 1960s. “Ballroom: South Beach Style,” features the art of ballroom dancing with a Latin flair.

It comes to town Feb. 17. Tito Puente Jr., is “Keeping the Legacy Alive,” Feb. 20 and Darlene Love brings some of her greatest hits Feb. 22-23.

It wouldn’t be a Lyric season without Doc Grober & the Mudcats. The group celebrates “New Orleans Jazz” Feb. 25. Grammy-winning singer and songwriter Rosanne Cash and her guitarist husband John Leventhal come to town Feb. 26. The month ends with “Beginnings: The Music of Chicago,” Feb. 28.

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Legendary entertainer Tony Orlando brings his greatest hits to the Lyric March 10. A tribute to the Bee Gees, “Stayin’ Alive,” comes to town March 12 and the Doo Wop Project explores the history of that musical style March 13. Country music band Savannah Jack brings vocal music and Southern sass to the theater March 15. For those who listen to “A Prairie Home Companion,” guitarist Pat Donahue of the “Guys All-Star Show Band” will perform March 17.

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So far, April has “Celtic Nights: Spirit of Freedom,” exploring the roots of Celtic music and its effect on American music. The show will be presented April 9. Comedian Paula Poundstone returns for two shows April 16.

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“Last year was our highest adoptions in the history of the humane society with 2,178 animals adopted out in a year,” Veach said.

The end of the fiscal year is approaching in a few weeks and Veach is confident the shelter will shatter the existing record. As of Friday, Aug. 28, they only had four animals to go.

“Now, it’s just how many more can we go above that?” Veach said.

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“We never put down any animal because of space,” Veach said.

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It is the shelter’s open-door policy that adoption counselor Lori Tucker said makes her job both exhausting and rewarding.

“I see these animals when they come in and they are terrified, shaking and confused in their kennels,” Tucker said. “To watch them leave with their heads held high with a family you know is going to love them, it really makes it worth it.”

People bring animals from far and wide to the Palm City Humane Society, Tucker said.

People have traveled from Miami, Okeechobee, and all over northern Florida to surrender a pet “because they know we will give their animals the best chance.”

“We are compassionate and loving with all of them. It’s taxing, it’s exhausting, it’s mentally and physically draining. It’s definitely a labor of love,” Tucker said.

Veach tributes part of the shelter’s recent adoption numbers to the staff’s innovative and aggressive promotions to spread the word about adopting rescue pets. But what really stands out

this year, she said, are the donors who stepped up to sponsor waived-fee adoption specials.

Over the weekend of July 25-26, 108 animals found a permanent home thanks to a single donor who fronted all of the adoption fees. The donor asked to remain anonymous to the public.

“When people are on the fence about adoption, when the adoption fee is waived, they come into check it out,” Veach said. “People are amazed with the pure breads and the great, loving pets that come through here.”

The 108-animal exodus over the July weekend promotion brought several staff members to tears.

Among the adopted pets were a 13-year-old Chihuahua and a one-eyed Pekingese that now spend their nights in quiet, warm homes with humans that chose them.

“There were tears of joy because they got to see a lot of long-term residents, some that were here for months, get adopted,” Veach said. “People gave them a chance, and then they fall in love and once they get an animal home, they’re bonded for life.”

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Then there are dogs like “big, goofy Pinecone” the 80-pound hound, who Tucker said, “you could just tell he never got a fair shake.”

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Charting the Course of Business

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Wednesday, Sept. 2nd 8:00 AM Hosted by Indian River State College 2400 S.E. Salerno Rd., Stuart

Networking Breakfasts Tuesday, Sept. 15th 7:45 AM Hosted & Sponsored by Oceana Coffee 2004 S.E. Federal Hwy., Stuart

Friday, Sept. 25th Health & Wellness Show Chamber Breakfast: 7:45-9:00 AM Breakfast Provided by: Cuisine 256 Show Open to Public: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM The Grace Place 1550 S.E. Salerno Rd., Stuart Tuesday, Sept. 29th 7:45 AM Hosted & Sponsored by Seacoast Bank Indian Street branch 3200 S.E. Federal Hwy., Stuart

Networking Luncheon Wednesday, Sept. 9th 11:45 AM Sponsored by Treasure Coast Urgent & Family Care ATT Florida Hosted by The Yacht & Country Club 3883 S.E. Fairway East, Stuart

7th Annual Health & Wellness Show is getting set to roll!

The Stuart/Martin County Chamber invites you to discuss, discover, and get up to date on the latest in health and self-maintenance at the 7th annual Health & Wellness Show on Friday, September 25th.

The show will feature hands on demonstrations and one on one instruction from our wellness experts. Healthy foods and cooking experts will be in the house to share their specialties. An array of health professionals will be on hand to an-

swer your questions, discuss and enhance your everyday, from head to toe.

The show will kick off with a networking breakfast, kindly sponsored by Cuisine 256 for Chamber members from 7:45 a.m. to 9 a.m. and is free to the public from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

A variety of vendors will fill the Connection Center at the Grace Place on Salerno Road in Stuart with the latest information on

home safety, health care, elder care assistance, insurance, wellness practices and an array of fitness and weight solutions. The Health and Wellness Show will have something for everyone.

Thank you to this year’s Platinum sponsors: The Grace Place, Treasure Coast Urgent & Family Care and Institute of Colorectal Health & Wellness, LLC. Gold sponsors are: Crary, Buchanan Law Firm, Martin Health System and Radiology Imag-

Sponsorships and exhibitor space are still available. For more information, please contact Lisa at (772) 287-1088 ext. 111, lisat@stuart martinchamber.org.

Health & Wellness Show Featured Speakers

Dr. Deborah A. DeMarta Institute of Colorectal Health & Wellness

Dr. Michele Libman Treasure Coast Urgent & Family Care

Chamber President/CEO Joe Catrambone (left) and Chairman Pete Lashenka, Seacoast Bank thank Stuart Grill & Ale general manager Casey Brown and Janet Fier for hosting and sponsoring the Chamber’s August Business After Hours.

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Reservations are required

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Cocktails & Hors d`oeuvres at 6:00 PM Gourmet Dinner to be served at 7:00

Wednesday, Sept. 16th 5:30-7:30 PM Hosted & Sponsored by Johnson Honda 4200 S.E. Federal Hwy., Stuart

Enjoy an Evening of Casino Fun, Games and Dancing Black Tie Optional

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Friday, Sept. 26th Cocktail Hour: 6:00 PM Dinner & Dancing: 7:00 PM Mariner Sands Country Club 6500 S.E. Mariner Sands Dr. Stuart

ing Associates of Stuart. Champion Home Health is the Silver Sponsor.

Thank you to media sponsors, TC Palm.com, Stuart News, Your Voice, Seabreeze Publishing, Inc., Moneysaver/Ocean Media, Hometown News, WHLG-FM Coast 101.3 and WSTU.

More than 170 members from the five area Chambers of Commerce gathered at Dee-Stefano’s at Martin Downs Golf Club for the August 2015 Council of Chambers Luncheon. State of Florida CFO Jeff Atwater presented a state of affairs presentation, which offered businesses a positive economic outlook. Chamber executives shown here with Atwater (2nd from left) are (from left) Hilary McKeich, Indiantown/Western Martin County; Carolyn Davi, Palm City; Ron Rose, Jensen Beach; Angela Hoffman, Hobe Sound and Joe Catrambone, Stuart/Martin County.

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Contact Cindy LaConte 287-1088, ext. 106 or claconte@stuartmartinchamber.org.

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