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Following suit of Indian River County and St. Lucie County last week, Martin has officially declared the week of July19-27 as Treasure Coast Cleanup Week.
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Those interested in joining Fort Pierce's should send in an application no later than Aug. 10.
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In an effort to retain deputies, Sheriff Eric Flowers requested commissioners increase their budget.
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As part of the Florida Department of Education's annual spring assessment, both Clark Advanced Learning Center and Indiantown High School have earned the prestigious grade.
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An FDOT employee accidentally bore into a water main, causing a disruption near the Stuart Shopping Center. A Precautionary Boil Advisory has been issued.
In Focus - with IRSC Public Media
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This week on In Focus, We have three ladies representing the Boys and Girls Club of St. Lucie County to talk about the many offerings this Summer and during the school year.
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This week Governor Ron DeSantis has been busy bills: From relief for Condo Owners to Mental Health and Education. There were at least 84 given to the Governor on June 18. This week, we’ll look at some of the Bills the Governor has signed this week and how they will effect Floridians.
RiverTalk from Indian River State College
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"From Fort Pierce to the Final Frontier: How STEM Pioneers is Launching Students into NASA Programs"Join host Kathleen Walter for an inspiring conversation about Indian River State College's transformative STEM Pioneers program, which has achieved a remarkable 60% increase in STEM enrollment and sent students to competitive NASA programs. Dr. Lynne O'Dell, program director, discusses how community colleges are evolving to meet the demands of modern STEM education, from AI integration to preparing students for the Space Coast's booming commercial space industry. Featured students Sela Belle Vazquez (NASA L'SPACE Mission Concept Academy), Cody Bevilacqua, and Helen Navach (NASA Community College Aerospace Scholars) share their journeys from local classrooms to national recognition. Discover how this federally-funded initiative is redefining what's possible in two-year education and why continued community support is important for maintaining this momentum.
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This week, Rodrigo Berlanga Rodriguez talks basketball and athletics with Travis Jackson. Men's Basketball Coach, about balancing Athletics with Academics and some previews of whats ahead for the next season.
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Discover what makes Indian River State College's McAlpin Performing Arts Center a Treasure Coast cultural gem as we explore their ambitious 46th season lineup. Join Kathleen Walter as she interviews Theatre Manager Althea Wilson and Assistant Professor, Alex Kanter, who's creating a world premiere musical adaptation of Shakespeare's "Measure for Measure" that blends jazz, blues, and rock. Learn how The River’s program balances crowd-pleasing Broadway comedies with adventurous works, serves both students and longtime subscribers, and continues a four-decade tradition of theatrical excellence in Fort Pierce. From behind-the-scenes production insights to the future of regional theater, this conversation reveals how arts education and community engagement create magic on stage. Plus, get the inside scoop on subscriptions, special planetarium collaborations, and how you can experience live theater whether you're a first-timer or seasoned patron.
From The NPR Newsroom
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A federal judge in New Hampshire on Thursday blocked President Trump's executive order that attempted to end birthright citizenship, stopping it from taking effect anywhere in the U.S.
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The 900-page tax and policy package fulfills several key campaign promises but also makes cuts that could boot millions from health care and food assistance programs.
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In the wake of the deadly flash floods in Texas, state leaders are exploring whether to install more flood warning sirens. Such sirens can save lives if they're part of a larger warning system.
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Many Americans received an email from the Social Security Administration applauding the megabill's passage. Experts say it was misleading.
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President Trump heads to Texas Friday to survey flood damage, Trump turns sharply critical of Russia's Putin, DOGE gains access to database that controls government payments to farmers and ranchers.
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The new PBS documentary "Made in Ethiopia" explores China's increasing investment footprint in Africa through three women whose lives are deeply affected by the largest industrial park in Ethiopia.
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Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has left the U.S. after meeting President Trump, but with no breakthrough on a Gaza ceasefire. And many Israelis are increasingly eager to see the 21-month war end.
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President Trump has become a major booster of digital currency. The Planet Money team went to look into how the president's crypto enthusiasm plays out inside the industry.
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This year is the first time that more U.S. college students will learn entirely online compared to being fully in-person. And research shows most online programs cost as much or more than in-person.
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President Trump has been critical of Russian President Vladimir Putin in recent days. NPR looks at the deteriorating relationship and whether Trump might take steps against Russia in favor of Ukraine.
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