Fort Pierce approves nearly $16,000 payment over alleged dock violations
The Fort Pierce City Commission approved a consent order Oct. 19 requiring the city to pay nearly $16,000 to resolve alleged environmental violations at the Little Jim property, located at 601 North Causeway Drive. Under the order from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP), the city will pay $5,000...
Stuart police confirm missing teen has been located
STUART, Fla. (CBS12) — The Stuart Police Department is asking for the public's help finding a missing 15-year-old boy who officers believe was dropped off at a gas station. Thomas Boyd Jr. was believed to have been dropped off between 3:30 and 3:45 p.m. in the area of the Costco gas station at 3173 S. Kanner Highway, police said.
Fact-Checking Florida House District 85: Wayne Richter’s Attack Ads Against Anthony Bonna Face Scrutiny...
PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. — Democratic Florida House candidate Wayne Richter has made attacks on Republican Anthony Bonna a central feature of his campaign for District 85. But several of Richter’s accusations run into a serious obstacle: the public record. From labeling Bonna the “Tax Hike King” to...
Stuart man accused of selling stolen tires on Facebook Marketplace
STUART, Fla. (CBS12) — A Stuart man allegedly tried to turn stolen tires into quick cash on Facebook Marketplace — but detectives say they caught up with him during a planned sale. James Sewell was arrested Sept. 5 after Stuart police detectives tracked a listing for tires believed...
St. Lucie County fire chief fired in 4-3 vote
In a 4-3 vote, the St. Lucie County Fire Board voted Wednesday to terminate Chief Jeff Lee's contract without cause.
Former Fort Pierce city manager convicted of official misconduct in bid process
FORT PIERCE — Former Fort Pierce City Manager Nicholas C. Mimms, 53, was convicted of official misconduct, a third-degree felony, following a week-and-a-half trial, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced. A St. Lucie County jury returned the verdict Oct. 8. Mimms faces up to five years in the Florida...
Year-long bridge closure in Martin Co. forces drivers onto detour
A $7M reconstruction project at the Southeast County Line Road bridge will keep it closed for a year, but residents say the long-term improvements are worth the inconvenience.
Citrus Meetings Focus on Industry’s Future
Florida Citrus Mutual and the Citrus Research and Field Trial (CRAFT) Foundation held joint board and field meetings in Fort Pierce on Oct. 15. Nearly 70 citrus growers, researchers and industry leaders came together to explore the latest research, emerging technologies and opportunities to strengthen Florida’s citrus industry. The...
Fire crews extinguish Turnpike semi-truck blaze, then respond to crash at same spot
ST. LUCIE COUNTY, Fla. (CBS12) — The St. Lucie County Fire District responded to two incidents on the Florida Turnpike on Tuesday. SLCFD says that at around 8 a.m. on Tuesday, crews responded to a semi-truck fire near mile marker 161 on the Florida Turnpike. The fire was extinguished while protecting the contents of the trailer, no injuries were reported.
Palm City Dog Park at Justin Wilson Memorial Park Targeted for December Completion
Who: Martin County, using Commission District 5 funds, at a park named for a Palm City Marine killed in Afghanistan. What: A fenced dog park with separate large and small dog areas, shaded seating, and combination water fountains for pets and owners. Where: LCpl. Justin Wilson Memorial Park on SW Mapp Road in Palm City. […] The post Palm City Dog Park at Justin Wilson Memorial Park Targeted for December Completion appeared first on Treasure Coast .
