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  • 3 weeks ago | wptv.com | Jon Shainman

    FORT PIERCE, Fla. — Teetering on the financial brink in recent years, WPTV learned Wednesday that the city of Fort Pierce has received five proposals to take over operations of the Sunrise Theatre. During and after the COVID-19 pandemic, the theatre operated at a loss of more than $1 million a year, which was supplemented by the city and federal grants.

  • 3 weeks ago | wptv.com | Jon Shainman

    MARTIN COUNTY, Fla. — A high school senior in Martin County received a big surprise Wednesday that will allow her to pursue her academic dreams. South Fork High School student Janice Dyall received the Florida Prepaid Superintendent's Scholarship from district superintendent Michael Maine. The $8,000 award, funded through the Florida Lottery, is the only one of its kind given out countywide. Dyall has overcome numerous learning challenges to thrive academically.

  • 3 weeks ago | wptv.com | Jon Shainman

    FORT PIERCE, Fla. — For months, WPTV has followed the city of Fort Pierce's efforts to eliminate free parking at some of its most popular waterfront locations. We're asking the city why it needs the extra revenue, and we're hearing from visitors and residents on whether it would keep them away from these locations.

  • 3 weeks ago | wptv.com | Jon Shainman

    MARTIN COUNTY, Fla. — In WPTV's five-county viewing area, agriculture accounts for $2 billion in market value, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. But as more people move to Florida each day, the constant push and pull over future growth continues. WATCH BELOW: Could Florida bills threaten existing agricultural lands? Could Florida bills threaten agriculture lands?

  • 4 weeks ago | wptv.com | Jon Shainman

    MARTIN COUNTY, Fla. — For two years, we've been following the story of residents in a Martin County neighborhood concerned about the high cost of a septic-to-sewer conversion project. This week, the county got some good news that could relieve some of that financial burden. But will it be enough? WATCH BELOW: Could grant help residents make the switch to sewer?

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18 Feb 25

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18 Feb 25

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