New PSL business with a bespoke sensory lounge to relieve stress
Since the pandemic, it seems that our stress levels have increased. Simply read the news, fights on planes, gun violence, workplace problems, have taken over. That is not even the worst part. According to the NIH, since the start of the coronavirus, alcohol abuse rose 23% and drug use rose 16%.
Read full storyTreasure Coast content creators and influencers have a new place to unleash their creativity
Colab - coworking space for content creators, podcasters, small business ownersChristina Klingler. Working from home was a trend that started long before the pandemic but increased dramatically since the spring of 2020 when the coronavirus changed our lives forever. According to the SBA, startups grew by 24% during the pandemic and prior to that the growth rate was 20% in 2019.
Read full storyTreasure Coast real estate master class on contracts and market conditions
Event info on real estate master classEllen Contreras. Contracts of any kind can be tricky to put together and even trickier to understand. Realtors, regardless of how long they have been in the business, can get stuck at times. It is so important to get it right. If something is left out or not worded correctly, it can ruin a deal and end up costing clients thousands of dollars.
Read full storyLocal merchant services company helping Treasure Coast businesses manage operating costs to hedge rising inflation
EPSG Credit Card Processing interview at Treasure Coast Connector iHeart radio/podcast talk showEllen Contreras. Costs are going up for consumers in all areas – gas, groceries, medical, products, services, etc. Business owners are also having a tough time managing their costs as well. Inflation, talks of recession, the political climate is making everyone think twice before spending.
Read full storyTreasure Coast health & fitness expert shares summer salad & smoothie recipes
This is the time of year when you want to eat light and not heat up your kitchen by turning on the oven. Eating salads and smoothies is a great way to create nutritious meals that are simple to make but are also tasty and satisfying.
Read full storyCelebrate National Moon Day at Kennedy Space Center in Merritt Island, FL
Entrance to Kennedy Space Center in Merritt Island, FLKennedy Space Center. Traveling is a bit tricky right now and for those living in Florida, we already live in a place where tourists flock. We have so much right here in our own back yard. For those living on the Treasure Coast, driving up to the Space Coast to visit Kennedy Space Center is a fun day trip.
Read full storyTreasure Coast real estate broker shares insights on how to navigate current real estate market
Robert MacCallum, broker/owner of Exit Right Realty interviewed on state of the Treasure Coast real estate marketEllen Contreras. Robert MacCallum, along with his wife Colleen, are the broker/owners of Exit Right Realty located in Vero Beach, FL. Robert appeared on the iHeart Radio/Podcast Treasure Coast Connector talk show to share insights on how to navigate the current real estate market. He spoke about why he started his real estate business, what the market is doing and how he is building a team of realtors to help as many people as possible get into their dream home.
Read full storyDramatic rise of gun violence amid teens and young adults – Treasure Coast resources to help before tragedy strikes
Families comforting each other after shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, TXNPR. Mass shootings have been increasing over the years but for the last few years have been quite dramatic. Even more disturbing is the trend of teens and young adults involved in these high-profile events.
Read full storyKeep cool on the Treasure Coast – Sunday July 17th is National Ice Cream Day
Gelato at Signature Sweets Chocolate & Ice Cream in Stuart, FLSignature Sweets Chocolate & Ice Cream. Not only is Sunday July 17th National Ice Cream Day, but July is National Ice Cream Month. It gets awfully hot in Florida in summer and what better way to stay cool than by eating lots of ice cream. Did you know back in 1984, President Ronald Regan proclaimed the third Sunday in July as National Ice Cream Day?
Read full storyTreasure Coast celebrates National French Fry Day
Hand cut French fries (near) at The Edgewood Eatery Vero Beach.Ellen Contreras. July 13th is National French Fry Day and while we may think of French fries as American as apple pie, we did not invent them. Potatoes were brought over to Europe from Colombia back in the 1500s and it took a very long time for them to be consumed by people. The French initially fed potatoes to pigs because they thought eating them caused diseases.
Read full storyNew Treasure Coast house detailing business makes quick work of the honey-do list
L-R: Matt Imler, Ellen Contreras & David Imler on set discussing their new business Shack ShineEllen Contreras. Today’s taping of the Treasure Coast Connector iHeart radio/podcast talk show put the spotlight on two brothers, Matt and David Imler. They recently opened a Shack Shine location in Vero Beach in March serving the entire Treasure Coast of Florida from the Jupiter inlet to Sebastian inlet.
Read full storyIndian River County restaurants dishing value: great food and experiences that diners are looking for
We are hearing in the news whispers that a recession is around the corner. Some financial analysts said it has already started. It should not come as a surprise as the last one was back in 2008, the Great Recession. We did experience a pull-back at the start of the pandemic in the spring of 2020. Economic ups and downs are the norm and even if we are affected, we weather the storm and bounce back.
Read full storyPicturesque Martin County beaches to explore for the perfect staycation vacation on the Treasure Coast
Blowing Rocks Preserve - Hobe Sound - Martin CountyDiscoverMartin.com. This article of Martin County beaches completes my series of serene and uncrowded beaches on the Treasure Coast, here is the article for Indian River County beaches and this is the link to the St. Lucie County article.
Read full storyNew Treasure Coast B2B monthly networking event had a great turnout
L-R: Tammy Crandell, Rebecca Danise, Rachel Brody, Ellen Contreras, Debbi Goodman Venturina, Cydi Brewer, Christina KlinglerEllen Contreras. Treasure Coast business-to-business networking events are making a resurgence after the pandemic. There is a nice variety of them – breakfast, lunch and after hours – to fit your schedule. Different themes make it interesting too – educational, speed networking, pass-the-mic business commercials, etc.
Read full storyPractical tips often overlooked during the hurricane season to help new Florida residents stay sane
The hurricane season starts on June 1st and ends on November 30th. While most of the activity is seen in September, we do get our fair share of storms throughout the entire six months. Some years are way busier than others.
Read full storyFlorida's Treasure Coast July 4th Weekend Festivities
July 4th Celebration Boom on the Lagoon in Vero BeachEvergreen Media. We are about to start a festive 3-day holiday weekend! Get your calendar out and make some plans to attend local events as well as some backyard barbecues with friends and family. If you need a rest in between parties, put your toes in the sand at your favorite beach and cool off.
Read full storyFloridafication guide to help new Florida residents get settled in
We joke here in Florida that there are only ten native Floridians left in the state. For some reason, many of them up and leave when they graduate. Why? Who knows? I personally love living in the land of summer and sunshine.
Read full storyFun summer vacation staycation plans to handle rising gas prices and inflation
Archie Carr National Wildlife RefugeEllen Contreras. While watching Good Morning America over the weekend, they reported eye opening statistics on gas prices ahead of the Memorial Day holiday weekend. Back in 2020, the average price for a gallon of regular gas in the US was $1.87, in 2020 it rose to $3.04 and now it is up to $4.59. They also reported that airfare is up over 30%.
Read full storyAwesome Mother’s Day gift ideas and specials from small businesses on the Treasure Coast
TL-Kramer Wellness, TR-Oh Vero Selfie Museum, BL-LPL Creations, BR-Sealantro British Cafe & MarketCompilation-Ellen Contreras, Jillian Jackson, Luisana Prato, Jayne Withers. Flowers and Sunday brunch is a wonderful way to treat your mom on Mother’s Day. If you’re looking to add something to it or want to do something different, here is a wonderful list of specials being offered by a wide array of small businesses on the Treasure Coast of Florida. Amazon is wonderful, but let’s not forget to show some support and shop local too. Remember, small businesses are made up of people who live right here in the community too.
Read full storyAdd exercise as part of daily hygiene routine
People exercising - Charles Park, Vero BeachAbbe Chane. Most of us start the day with a routine. We wake up, make the bed, put on a pot of coffee, wash our face, brush our teeth, shower and dress, check our email inbox, have breakfast and head out to work.
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