Cindi Hobbs, Wayne Klick Volunteers in Medicine (VIM) Clinic hosted its annual VIM Gala at the Willoughby Golf Club on Saturday, Jan. 24, celebrating 30 years of hope, healing and humanity with 150 supporters to raise over $345,000 for the clinic’s mission. These funds help provide over $7 million in free health care services to […]

SINGLE or TAKEN: Do You Want To Get Lucky?  “May your hands be forever clasped in friendship and your hearts joined forever in love.”~~Irish Blessing       We have recently been asked to compile a list of trending dos and don’ts specific to 2026. Each year, the dating climate changes, and sadly, the longer people stay […]

Diagnosed with breast cancer in 2023, one of Doris Wooten’s physicians recommended she see Dr. Kelly Foster, a medical oncologist with the TGH Cancer Institute – Cancer Center of South Florida (CCSF) in Palm Beach Gardens.       The Jupiter resident felt an immediate bond with Dr. Foster. “She is an incredible physician—warm, compassionate and a […]

How Outdated Beneficiary Choices Can Derail Your Plans When you open a retirement account or buy a life insurance policy, you’re asked to name a beneficiary. It might seem like just another form to fill out, but this simple step can affect your family’s future.       Many people don’t give beneficiary designations much thought after […]

Your kidneys are the unsung heroes of your body, working tirelessly to filter waste, balance fluids and regulate blood pressure. When kidney function changes, your overall health can be affected. Cleveland Clinic in Florida provides comprehensive kidney care for people at every stage of kidney health, whether you’re addressing early concerns or managing advanced disease […]

Chocolate is a favorite treat for many people, but for dogs, it can be very dangerous—even life-threatening. Each year, veterinary clinics see an increase in chocolate-related emergencies around springtime holidays like Valentine’s Day and Easter, when chocolate is more accessible in homes. Understanding why chocolate is toxic and what to do if your dog eats […]

As we move into March, I want to extend a sincere thank‑you to everyone who came out to support the 25th Annual Hobe Sound Festival of the Arts. I loved seeing this year’s Poster and Artwork by our very own Dan Mackin. Despite the extremely cold weather this year, our community showed up in full […]

In 1989, Hobe Sound resident, Margaret “Peggy” Cole learned of a local child who was a National Merit Scholar. Remarkably, this young person had lived in 17 different foster homes in his short life. Mrs. Cole, whose late husband once served as Chairman of the Board for Boys & Girls Clubs of America, decided that […]

Thank you to everyone for coming to our January Breakfast sponsored by the Humane Society of the Treasure Coast. It was such a fun morning catching up with our chamber family and enjoying a delicious breakfast cooked by the staff at the Hobe Sound Bible College