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🎙 Daily Briefing with Grace Holloway

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Fort Pierce Inlet Tides Deliver Prime Dawn Fishing Window Wednesday

Outgoing ebb bottoms out at 0.6 feet by 7:26 a.m., drawing baitfish and predators to St. Lucie County jetties and nearshore spots before afternoon breezes hit.

Government & Politics

Jolly Hauls in $2M Q1 Cash, Closes on Donalds with Treasure Coast Backing

Democrat's $5M total lags GOP rival's $67M war chest, but polls show single-digit gap in Florida governor's race.

Government & Politics

Democrat Lamondin Drops Congress Bid, Targets GOP's Calatayud in SD 38

The Miami-Dade entrepreneur leverages overlapping districts to challenge freshman Republican Sen. Alexis Calatayud without rebuilding his voter base from scratch.

Weather

Strong Winds, Storms Lash Treasure Coast Wednesday; Drier Weekend Looms

Northeast gusts up to 25 mph and an 80% chance of heavy showers challenge anglers and boaters at Sebastian Inlet, but clearer skies arrive by Friday for Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties.

Family & Money

Cuban-Backed Rideshare Targets South Florida, Sidelines Treasure Coast

The group rideshare company expands to the region but leaves Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties without confirmed service amid persistent transportation gaps.

National

A beautiful view of a drawbridge raised in Miami, Florida, showcasing urban architecture and waterway traffic.

Photo: Abhishek Navlakha

GOP Leaders End 47-Day DHS Shutdown with Split Funding for Florida Borders

House and Senate Republicans approve plan to fund most of DHS now, while pushing separate reconciliation bill for ICE and Border Patrol operations vital to Treasure Coast ports.

Staff Report — Wednesday, April 08, 2026

Republican congressional leaders announced Wednesday they have reached an agreement to reopen the Department of Homeland Security after a record 47-day funding lapse that has rattled federal workers and tested the limits of the GOP's governing majority. House Speaker Mike Johns…

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Stunning close-up of a Bengal tiger, highlighting its striking features in a natural setting.

Marc Nesen

Sports

Experts Eye Early Call-Up for Tigers' Treasure Coast Star Max Clark

Detroit's third overall pick in the 2023 MLB Draft, the Fort Vero Beach High product, sparks buzz with aggressive timeline projections, though details need verification.

Wooden scrabble tiles arrange to spell 'Food Inflation' on a rustic wooden surface, conceptually depicting rising food prices.

Family & Money

Iran Tensions Spike Gas Prices, Squeeze Treasure Coast Family Budgets

The iconic NASA Vehicle Assembly Building at Kennedy Space Center in bright daylight.

National

Artemis II Crew Ignites Engine, Races to Moon from Florida's Space Coast

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Government & Politics

St. Lucie Board Slaps $250 Daily Fines on Five Properties

Penalties could hit $50,000, with an occupied Fort Pierce rental facing the maximum for an unrepaired rotting roof since December.

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Government & Politics

Indian River's Go Line Buses Now Searchable on Google, Apple Maps

County officials say the tech upgrade tackles confusing schedules and transfers, potentially boosting ridership across the Treasure Coast.

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Martin County Spends $20M to Shield 2,700 Acres, But Panel Member Demands Quicker Pace

Illustration by Priya Okafor / TC Sentinel

Government & Politics

Martin County Spends $20M to Shield 2,700 Acres, But Panel Member Demands Quicker Pace

Funded by local sales taxes, the county has acquired 996 acres outright and secured easements on 1,699 more, yet a committee member warns rising land prices demand faster action.

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Martin County Panel Boosts RS2 Home Coverage Limit to 30%

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St. Lucie Board Slaps $250 Daily Fines on Five Fort Pierce Properties

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State Absorbs Indian River Roads, Unlocking Funds for $250M Overpass

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St. Lucie Planners Back 30% Lot Coverage Hike for Suburban Homes

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Martin County Locks Up 2,700 Acres with $20M Conservation Push

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National Briefing Full National Coverage →

Treasure Coast Scores Front-Row Seat for Artemis II Launch Wednesday

By Lena Kovacs | TC Sentinel National Correspondent

Trump Attends Supreme Court Arguments in Historic First

By Lena Kovacs | TC Sentinel National Correspondent

Artemis II Launch to Thrill Treasure Coast Viewers with Fiery Ascent

By Lena Kovacs | TC Sentinel National Correspondent

Biden Signs Law Expanding Housing Grants for Disabled Vets

By Lena Kovacs | TC Sentinel National Correspondent

Government & Politics All Government & Politics →

1 MIN READ

St. Lucie Board Slaps $250 Daily Fines on Five Properties

Penalties could hit $50,000, with an occupied Fort Pierce rental facing the maximum for an unrepaired rotting roof since December.

1 MIN READ

Indian River's Go Line Buses Now Searchable on Google, Apple Maps

County officials say the tech upgrade tackles confusing schedules and transfers, potentially boosting ridership across the Treasure Coast.

Illustration by Priya Okafor / TC Sentinel

2 MIN READ

Martin County Spends $20M to Shield 2,700 Acres, But Panel Member Demands Quicker Pace

Funded by local sales taxes, the county has acquired 996 acres outright and secured easements on 1,699 more, yet a committee member warns rising land prices demand faster action.

Education All Education →

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Martin County School Board Scraps April 7 Budget Workshop

The cancellation strips local parents and residents of a key chance to observe deliberations on school resource allocation for the coming year.

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St. Lucie West K-8 Third-Graders Tackle Text Comparisons in Group Challenge

Young Sharks in Mrs. Harvey's class analyze text features and structures across two readings, citing evidence to sharpen critical thinking and comprehension.

Palm tree-lined pathway on the University of Miami campus, Coral Gables, Florida.

DΛVΞ GΛRCIΛ

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Port St. Lucie Students Capture State Odyssey Title, Advance to Iowa Worlds

Fairlawn Elementary's fourth- and fifth-graders designed contraptions and rehearsed performances to win the Odyssey of the Mind competition, upholding the school's championship streak.

Public Safety All Public Safety →

2 MIN READ

Three Violent Incidents in 48 Hours Shake Treasure Coast's Three Counties

A fatal stabbing with a possible hate crime dimension, a veteran's homicide, and gunfire at a teen gathering signal a troubling weekend across Martin, St. Lucie

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Fort Pierce Man Killed in Early Morning Shooting; Police Name No Suspects

Victim found dead near North 12th Street apartment complex at 4:15 a.m. Saturday; investigation stalls at initial statement as four outlets carry same police release

Gunfire at Pepper Park Puts St. Lucie County's Safety Record Under Scrutiny

Illustration by Priya Okafor / TC Sentinel

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Gunfire at Pepper Park Puts St. Lucie County's Safety Record Under Scrutiny

A teen disturbance that left vehicles riddled with bullets is the latest in a pattern of violence at the waterfront park — and officials have yet to say what comes next

Sports All Sports →

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Jensen Beach's Griffin Debuts in Pirates' Home Opener

The top-10 draft pick from Martin County thrilled Treasure Coast fans with his MLB arrival, but full box-score details remain unconfirmed by TC Sentinel.

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Nicklaus to Redesign Martin County's Shores of North River Golf Club

The Golden Bear's firm will revamp the public course along the St. Lucie River, with ties to First Tee youth programming for Treasure Coast golfers.

Serene view of the University of Miami campus entrance, Coral Gables, FL, surrounded by lush palm trees.

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19 Fort Pierce Central Seniors Sign College Sports Letters

Cobras' ceremony packs auditorium with family and coaches celebrating athletes bound for campuses nationwide.

Family & Money All Family & Money →

1 MIN READ

Treasure Coast Easter Brunches Book Up Fast; Reserve Now

Waterfront spots from Vero Beach to Stuart fill weeks in advance for April 5, 2026, holiday meals, with TC Sentinel updating confirmed menus and prices as available.

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Treasure Coast Gets License-Free Freshwater Fishing This Easter Weekend

Florida waives fees Saturday and Sunday, letting local anglers and visitors fish without the usual $17 resident or $47 non-resident licenses, though size and bag limits apply.

A serene view of white pelicans gliding through the wetlands in Florida, USA.

Zak Cole

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Pelican Island Hits 120 Years as Nation's First Wildlife Refuge

President Theodore Roosevelt established the Indian River County site in 1903 to protect brown pelicans from plume hunters, preserving 5,400 acres now open to visitors year-round.

Weather All Weather →

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Treasure Coast Faces 90% Rain Chance Tuesday With Gusty Winds

Showers and thunderstorms will soak Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties through Thursday, featuring northeast winds up to 40 mph overnight.

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Rains Return, Ending Treasure Coast Burn Ban

State officials lift the restriction in Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties amid forecasts of afternoon showers, relieving fire dangers and boosting outdoor activities.

Drone aerial shot capturing unique patterns of sand and water at a coastal area in Victoria, Australia.

Colin Dixon

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Sebastian Inlet's 2.2-Foot Tidal Drop Fuels Morning Fishing Frenzy Tuesday

Anglers in Indian River County can target snook and jack crevalle as the ebb tide pulls baitfish through the jetty rocks by 7:10 a.m., dropping water levels from 2.7 feet to 0.5 feet.

National All National →

2 MIN READ

Trump Attends Supreme Court Arguments in Historic First

The president's presence at the birthright citizenship hearing raises separation-of-powers concerns and could affect thousands of Treasure Coast families with a ruling expected by late June.

1 MIN READ

Artemis II Launch to Thrill Treasure Coast Viewers with Fiery Ascent

NASA's first crewed Moon mission since 1972 blasts off from Kennedy Space Center, visible from Vero Beach, Fort Pierce and Stuart under clear skies.

Aerial view showcasing the grid-like pattern of a residential neighborhood in Fort Myers, Florida.

Nick Adams

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Treasure Coast Scores Front-Row Seat for Artemis II Launch Wednesday

NASA's 322-foot SLS rocket blasts off at 6:24 p.m. from Kennedy Space Center, sending four astronauts around the moon and visible from Vero Beach to Stuart within 30 seconds.

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