Brightline Debt Raises Questions Over Stuart Expansion
An April 30 financial statement raised substantial doubt about Brightline (Florida intercity passenger rail service)‘s ability to continue operating, even as the rail company still lists Stuart among its expansion plans. The annual filing reported a 2025 loss of more than $233 million and listed more than $5 billion in debt and interest obligations. Stuart […]
Amazon Fulfillment Center in St. Lucie County Closing for 2 Years
An Amazon fulfillment center in St. Lucie County is temporarily closing on September 17, with 850 employees potentially losing their jobs this fall. The facility, located just south of Midway Road at 7600 LTC Parkway, will be shut down for two years. This comes as the region continues to experience significant growth and community development […]
4 Port St. Lucie Walmarts Getting Remodels in 2026
Four Port St. Lucie, Florida Walmart stores are included in a company-wide remodel plan for 2026, according to a Walmart press release. The retailer listed 58 Florida locations set for updates this year as part of a phased approach. For a broader look at the region, discover how St. Lucie County is home to six […]
4 Port St. Lucie Walmarts Getting Remodels in 2026
Four Port St. Lucie Walmart stores are included in a company-wide remodel plan for 2026, according to a Walmart press release. The retailer listed 58 Florida locations set for updates this year as part of a phased approach. Port St. Lucie Stores on the Remodel List The four Port St. Lucie locations scheduled for remodels […]
Port St. Lucie Road Construction Projects: 2026 Updates
Several Port St. Lucie road construction projects are underway across the city as it works to address traffic congestion tied to continued population growth. From lane widenings to new interchange designs, here is where each project stands as of May 2026. Port St. Lucie Boulevard Widening Project The Port St. Lucie Boulevard widening project is […]
Florida East Coast Railway Says It Does Not Support Brightline Station in Stuart
According to an April 27-dated letter received by former City of Stuart Mayor Christopher Collins from Florida East Coast Railway (FEC), the railway told the city that there will not be a Brightline passenger station in the Martin County city as the FEC does not support or approve of a station in Stuart at this […]
Amazon Warehouse Approved in Fort Pierce: 1.1M Sq Ft Facility
Fort Pierce City Commission voted 5-0 on Monday night to approve a 1.1 million square foot refrigerated Amazon warehouse on Kings Highway, one of the largest economic development projects in the city’s history. This major approval comes as the region continues to see significant growth, with numerous new development projects recently revealed across Port St. […]
Breeze Airways Adds Pittsburgh Flights From Vero Beach
Breeze Airways is expanding its route network at Vero Beach Regional Airport with a new nonstop flight to Pittsburgh. The low-cost airline will launch the Vero Beach to Pittsburgh route on October 1, with fares starting at $89. This addition further enhances the airport’s growing list of destinations, as new Breeze Airways destinations from Vero […]
PSLPD Arrests Shooting Suspect Within 72 Hours
The Port St. Lucie Police Department apprehended a suspect in connection with a shooting that occurred on May 2, 2026, in the 1600 block of NW St. Lucie West Boulevard. The PSLPD arrest came in under 72 hours following the incident. Suspect Taken Into Custody The department took Norrien Casminski into custody in connection with […]
U.S. Marshals Search for Port St. Lucie Shooting Suspect
U.S. Marshals Service are searching for an 18-year-old suspect in a Port St. Lucie shooting at a shopping center over the weekend. Port St. Lucie Police Department have identified Norrien Casminski as the suspected shooter and have handed the search over to the U.S. Marshals Service. Weekend Shooting at Port St. Lucie Shopping Center Casminski […]