Perceptions of Poverty
Poverty is a subject that many talk about but few understand. The subject is near and dear to my heart because I’ve experienced it. I work with people who are seeking to overcome it as… Read More
Income Tax Refund Roundup
Now that the holidays are behind us, many of us are already thinking of our Income Tax Refund. As you eagerly await your filing documents, let me provide you some food for thought about your… Read More
Living with Nature on the Treasure Coast: A Florida Master Naturalist Final Project
Some say our region gets its name from our natural treasures—our parks and preserves crisscrossed by trails and teeming with wildlife; our miles of coastal beaches, marinas and fishing piers; our rivers and estuaries that… Read More
Set a Goal to Build Wealth in 2018
Now that the holidays are behind us, we all get to work on the goals we set for 2018. And just a reminder – when you write your goals down, you are 42% more likely… Read More
Consumer Alert: PACE loans
PACE loans are being touted across the country and recently here in Florida as a great way to retrofit your home with energy and cost saving technology. You can get a low-interest, no-money-down loan using… Read More
Getting Ahead is Inspiring
Last week I had the distinct pleasure of attending a graduation of “Investigators” participating in a “Getting Ahead in a Just Getting By World” learning experience. Twelve community members committed to embracing change met sixteen… Read More
St Lucie County Awarded for Sea Turtle Conservation
Members of the St Lucie County Board of County Commissioner’s Sea Turtle Friendly Beaches Working Group were recognized for their innovative outreach efforts and dedication to residents and visitors working to protect sea turtles during… Read More
Business Insurance for Your Home Based Business?
As a businessperson, you probably know that liability insurance is a must, but do you really need additional property insurance if your business is based in your own home? Picture this – you are in… Read More
St Lucie West Pond Algae IPM
Round flotation devices are showing up in lakes in St Lucie West. What are they? What’s going on? Residents of St Lucie West might notice the new limnocorrals installed in the lakes in Country Club Estates,… Read More
Feral Hog Management – FAQ
What are “Feral Hogs” or “Feral Pigs” in Florida? Feral pigs in Florida are the same genus and species as domesticated stock (Sus scrofa) (Giuliano 2010). The term “feral” is an animal in a wild… Read More