VOL. 20 NO. 9
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SEPTEMBER 2025
Thrills, Heritage And Community Pride Soar At The 2025 Stuart Air Show Honoring The Past, Inspiring The Future, Nov. 7 To 9, Witham Field, Stuart
aircraft in the world. Flown by Demo Pilot Major Melanie “MACH” Kluesner, the F-35’s agility and raw power will demonstrate why it’s a cornerstone of national security and a symbol of technological advancement. Joining the roster is the VFA-122 West Coast Rhino Demo Team with the F/A-18F Super Hornet, delivering high-speed maneuvers and thunderous flybys that will shake the skies. For precision and elegance, the Northern Stars Aerobatic Team will dazzle with intricate formations and gravitydefying stunts. On the ground, history buffs will be in for a rare treat— the B-29 Superfortress “Doc,” one of only two flying in the
The skies above Stuart will roar to life this November as the 2025 Stuart Air Show returns for three unforgettable days of aviation excellence, history, and community spirit. From cutting-edge fighter jets to rare pieces of living history, this year’s lineup promises to inspire, entertain and unite audiences of all ages. The Ultimate Lineup Headlining the show is the F-35 Lightning II Demo Team, showcasing the most lethal, survivable and connected fighter
Stuart Air Show on page 4
Two Loggerhead Sea Turtles Released Hustle To End By Friends Of MacArthur Beach Hunger 5K Run/ State Park, Angari Foundation, Walk And The Florida Park Service CROS Ministries Hosts 5K Two juvenile loggerhead sea turtles were successfully released into ocean waters on Monday by the Florida Park Service and Friends of John D. MacArthur Beach State Park (Friends) along with ANGARI Foundation. One-year-old Olive and 10-month-old Mac have been cared for by a dedicated team of staff at John D. MacArthur Beach State Park since they were 3 months old. The turtles are part of the park’s educational sea turtle ambassador program to educate visitors about the importance of sea turtle conservation. The state park receives over 150,000 visitors annually and over 4,000 of those visitors are students who participate in education programs, where the sea turtles are a major focal point. For the Friends, sharing these ambassadors with visitors amplifies the mission to inspire appreciation and conservation of our ocean. “During their time at MacArthur Beach State Park, our sea turtle ambassadors educated thousands of visitors about sea turtles and conservation,” said Veronica Frehm, CEO of Friends of MacArthur Beach State Park. “It is these personal encounters that can spark people’s interests and can help them on their way to becoming lifelong sea turtle advocates. Our conservation and research efforts are helping ensure these species remain part of our ocean for years to come. We look forward to getting a new sea turtle ambassador in the coming months.”
To Fight Hunger Across Palm Beach And Martin Counties
OPS Park Ranger and Animal Care Supervisor Kelly Snyder releases loggerhead sea turtle “Olive” – female loggerhead sea turtle, hatch date: 7/13/24. Photo courtesy of ANGARI Foundation John D. MacArthur Beach State Park is the only state park permitted to house sea turtles in Florida. Olive and Mac were named by the social media community. After a week of online and in person voting at the park, the names “Olive” and “Mac” (for MacBeach) were the favorites. The Friends received hundreds of votes from visitors, students, staff, and Board members. The Florida Fish and Wi l d l i f e C o n s e r v a t i o n Commission (FWC) issued a marine turtle permit to the park to house two juvenile loggerhead sea turtles for educational purposes. The Sea Turtles on page 5
CROS Ministries presents the Hustle to End Hunger 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, Oct. 4, at John Prince Park in Lake Worth Beach. As the number of individuals seeking food assistance rises, the community is invited to make an impact in the fight against hunger across Palm Beach and Martin counties. 100% of the proceeds benefit CROS Ministries programs, including: six brick-and-mortar food pantries and a mobile “pop-up” pantry, the Caring Kitchen hot meal program, and its gleaning produce recovery program. These essential programs ensure access to healthy food for all in need.
The Hustle to End Hunger 5K is part of the Palm Beach Race Series, managed by K2 Road Sports. The race event includes the following options: timed 5K run, untimed 5K walk, virtual 5K race and a 100-yard kids’ dash. Hustle To End Hunger on page 2