ART On-Demand App Upgrade: St. Lucie County’s ART service will transition to the new “Rides on Demand” app on Aug. 30, halting bookings in the old platform at 5 p.m., with scheduling opening Sept. 1 and rides starting Sept. 2 — find out how to switch.
Creative truancy solutions ahead: The St. Lucie Education Foundation is arming teachers with play kits, bringing lagoon science to classrooms and guiding students to code AI traffic software, plus hosting a Margaritaville-themed gala on November 8 — find out how they’re reshaping local schools.
Drive-up rabies clinic: St. Lucie County’s Animal Safety Division will hold its fourth annual drive-up rabies shot and microchipping clinic on Saturday, Sept. 27 at the County Fairgrounds—with free services for unincorporated residents and a $10 fee for city pet owners — find out how to register.
Senior dog seeks new home: Laura, an 11-year-old calm and affectionate pup, is up for adoption at the Humane Society of St. Lucie County after her family’s deportation — find out how to adopt her.
Sawgrass Lakes algae alert: Port St. Lucie officials are investigating a fish kill after tests confirmed blue-green algae in the stormwater tract, urging residents to avoid contact until labs rule out toxins — find out what safety steps to take.
Other Port St. Lucie headlines this week
- Port St. Lucie voters decide pickup schedule
- IRSC plans first community college medical school
- Five St. Lucie restaurants perfect; two fail
- Operation Clean Sweep renews veteran’s life
- Community celebrates Heart in the Park opening
- Martin County deputies warn $20K phone scam
