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🌅 SLN - August 6th -⛽ Gas Prices Increase Across the State
🌐 Fort Pierce Police Department Calls for Better Pay
Sunland News
August 06, 2024
Downtown Fort Pierce
Good Morning, Sunland News!
I hope your week is off to the right start. If not, we still have some time to course correct.
Enough of the pleasantries, let’s get it!
— Ja'Min
What to Expect:
🌐 Fort Pierce Police Department Calls for Better Pay and Resources: At a recent City Commission meeting, Fort Pierce police officers voiced concerns about pay.
⛽ Gas Prices Increase Across the State: The state average hit $3.46 per gallon, up just over six cents from the previous week
🎉 Week Events: Open Mic Night at Pineapple Joe's!
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☁️ Weather Forecast
Weather TL;DR: Partly cloudy with thunderstorms possible. Stay prepared for rain!
🌤️ Day: High 89°F
🌙 Night: Low 79°F
🌅 Sunrise: 6:47 AM
🌇 Sunset: 8:05 PM
🌧️ Rain: 70% chance of thunderstorms during the day, decreasing to a slight chance at night.
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NEWS
🌐 Fort Pierce Police Department Calls for Better Pay and Resources
At a recent City Commission meeting, Fort Pierce police officers voiced concerns about pay, resources, and overall department support. With starting and maximum wages among the lowest in the region, officers shared stories of financial strain, including an officer lending his only uniform shirt to a new recruit for a swearing-in ceremony. The union representing the officers is advocating for competitive pay to attract and retain quality talent.
Commissioner Michael Broderick acknowledged budget constraints but emphasized that public safety must remain a priority. A recent survey from the union highlighted dissatisfaction with pay, training, equipment, and mental health resources. Alarmingly, about 30% of the department’s sworn officers indicated they might leave within the next year.
The head of the police union, Fabian Zamora, argued that better compensation could help bring in and keep top-notch officers, ultimately creating a more robust police force. The upcoming negotiations will be crucial in determining whether the city can meet the needs of the police department…
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🔔 Sunland Bulletin
🦀 Average rent in Saint Lucie County is $1,849: Check out this cool but sobering rent map to see the average rent prices across Florida and the country. [Read More Here]
🚦 Check the traffic situation before heading out: Saint Lucie County will be testing bus routes all this week in preparation for the school year. Stay updated.
🎒 Back-to-School Open Houses
St. Lucie Public Schools are gearing up for the new school year with open house events! Elementary schools will host their open houses on Thursday, August 8, while K-8, middle, and high schools will welcome students and parents on Friday, August 9. For detailed information and specific times, check out the Open House PDF.
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NEWS
⛽ Gas Prices Increase Across the State
Well, here’s something we can all get mad about together—gas prices. A few weeks ago, we mentioned that we might see a dip at the pump soon because the cost per barrel of oil was expected to drop by close to $10. Well, one of those things happened, but unfortunately, it’s not the one that benefits us right now. The prices at the pump have actually risen recently, both across the county and the state of Florida.
The state average hit $3.46 per gallon, up just over six cents from the previous week. This increase comes despite a four-week decline in U.S. crude oil prices, which had fallen about $10 per barrel. The rising gas prices could be due to an increased demand for gas, likely spurred by recent storms and the end of summer travel.
In the meantime, we can take AAA's advice on how to make the most out of our gas tanks while we wait for prices to become road-trip-worthy again. They suggest combining errands to limit driving time, shopping around for the best gas prices, paying with cash (since some retailers charge extra for credit card payments), removing excess weight from your vehicle, and driving conservatively. Every little bit helps…
📰Other News
🚤 TREASURE COAST AT LARGE
🏬 Bankruptcy Across the Treasure Coast: A rundown of the major corporations either scaling back or shutting down stores on the Treasure Coast. [More Info]
🍊 FLORIDA AT LARGE
🏈 NFL Hall of Famer Lawrence Taylor helps Riviera Beach kids get ready for school: Hall of Fame football player Lawrence Taylor pitched in to help with the back-to-school bash in Riviera Beach. [More Info]
🌍 WORLD AT LARGE
🦷 Local pharmacies locking up toiletries are driving customers to Amazon: Many shoppers are avoiding the hassle of asking to unlock cases and instead are opting to have their essentials delivered right to their door. [More Info]
🗞️ Which recent news story caught your attention the most? |
🪮Sunland Picks
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🗓️ Things To Do
📚 Pace and Partners Pathways to Success Resource Fair: Join the vibrant community of local nonprofits for a resource fair hosted by the Pace Center for Girls, Treasure Coast. The event will take place on Tuesday, August 6th, from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM at 3651 Virginia Ave, Fort Pierce, FL. Connect and collaborate for positive change in our neighborhood. Meet various partners and explore opportunities to get involved.
🍤 Crabby's Dockside School Employee Appreciation Event: Head over to Crabby's Dockside in Ft. Pierce on Tuesday, August 6th, for a special appreciation event. All St. Lucie County school employees, including bus drivers, teachers, support staff, custodians, and grounds crew members, can enjoy 50% off their meal (up to $20) with valid proof of employment (paystub, faculty ID, etc.). Dine-in only. [More Info Here]
🎶 Music Bingo at Hop Life Brewing Company: Join for an exciting evening of Music Bingo at Hop Life Brewing Company! The event takes place every Tuesday, including this Tuesday, August 6th, from 7 PM to 10 PM. Enjoy new playlists every week, try your hand at winning gift cards, and enjoy a full food menu alongside a selection of over 23 craft beers on draft. Located at 679 NW Enterprise Drive, Suite #101, Port Saint Lucie, FL.
🎤 Open Mic Night at Pineapple Joe's!: Come out for a fun-filled night of live music and entertainment at Pineapple Joe's Grill & Raw Bar on Wednesday, August 7th, from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM. Located at 6297 N US Highway 1, Fort Pierce, FL, this event invites you to showcase your talents with Steven Phillipe hosting the open mic. Bring your instrument or mic if you want to perform!
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