Hello PSL Newsletter Port St. Lucie's weekly local briefing Your Weekly Briefing for Port St. Lucie, Florida | Wednesday, July 22, 2026 · Issue #29 |
Good Morning, PSL Good morning, PSL! Here's what's happening this week! Big news up top: HGTV just named Port St. Lucie one of the nation's 20 best mid-size cities! Add in a new fire station, pet wellness clinics, and a veteran turning 100, and it's been a genuinely great week to call PSL home. Let's jump into what's moving and shaking around our city. There's something for everyone this week, whether you're a pet parent, an athlete, or just someone who wants to stay connected to what makes PSL special. |
PSL Week Ahead | Day | Conditions | High / Low | Rain | | Wed, Jul 22 | Cloudy | 89° / 78° | 12% rain | | Thu, Jul 23 | Cloudy | 89° / 75° | 9% rain | | Fri, Jul 24 | Light showers | 92° / 79° | 28% rain | | Sat, Jul 25 | Thunderstorms | 92° / 78° | 64% rain | | Sun, Jul 26 | Thunderstorms | 94° / 73° | 74% rain | | Mon, Jul 27 | Thunderstorms | 91° / 73° | 58% rain | | Tue, Jul 28 | Cloudy | 91° / 74° | 55% rain |
Keep outdoor plans flexible and watch for changing conditions. |
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The lead story this week |
 HGTV Names Port St. Lucie One of America’s Best Mid-Size Cities HGTV has named Port St. Lucie to its list of the 20 Best Mid-Size Cities in the country — and Florida is the only state with three cities on the list, joined by Tallahassee and Tampa. It's a genuinely big deal for our city's national profile. The list highlighted our rapid population growth, Mets spring training at Clover Park, and outdoor draws like the Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens and Savannas Preserve State Park. Add to that a Consumer Affairs study that just ranked PSL the #1 mid-size housing market for buyers in the country for 2026, and it's clear the rest of the country is starting to notice what we already knew. National recognition like this doesn't just look good on paper — it draws new residents, new businesses, and continued investment in the place we call home. Something worth bragging about at your next neighborhood cookout. What it means for PSL: National rankings like this confirm what residents already know — PSL's growth, affordability, and quality of life are drawing attention across the country. Read at City of Port St. Lucie → |
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Three local updates worth your attention |
 COMMUNITY Animal Control to host Low‑Cost Rabies & Microchip Drive‑Thru Clinic Port St. Lucie Animal Control invites residents to take part in an easy and affordable way to protect their pets at an upcoming Low‑Cost Rabies & Microchip Drive‑Thru Clinic.... Our take: Animal Control's rabies clinic keeps our pets safe and our community protected effectively. Read More → |
|  COMMUNITY St. Lucie County Fire District Celebrates New Fire Station 19 The St. Lucie County Fire District officially opened its newest station, Fire Station 19, at 7570 Pruitt Research Road, expanding coverage and cutting response times for the fast-growing northwestern commercial corridor. Our take: A brand-new fire station means faster response times and safer neighborhoods as PSL keeps growing. Read More → |
|  COMMUNITY Port St. Lucie World War II veteran celebrates his 100th birthday - Treasure Coast News Port St. Lucie World War II veteran celebrates his 100th birthday Treasure Coast News... Our take: A WWII veteran turning 100 is a remarkable reminder of PSL's diverse generational character. Read More → |
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A quick read on growth, housing, and infrastructure |
🏠 Housing Port St. Lucie's housing market reflects strong demand from families seeking new construction. |
| 🏗️ Development The new Fire Station 19 opening shows the city investing right alongside PSL's rapid commercial growth. |
| 📈 Growth Population growth continues to accelerate as new residents discover what makes PSL attractive. |
| 🚧 Infrastructure City investments in parks, recreation centers, and public facilities keep pace with expansion. |
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Civic and development items to keep an eye on |
1 | Ex-firefighters, union allege bias in terminations over modified bug zapper videos Internal documents reveal ongoing controversy within St. Lucie County Fire District operations. Read More → |
| 2 | Treasure hunter unknowingly brings live mortar to Fort Pierce fire station Bomb technicians responded Monday when an active explosive was discovered during salvage operations. Read More → |
| 3 | Neighbors react to deadly FedEx crash in Fort Pierce A tragic incident involving a dirt bike and delivery truck claimed a young life on Monday. Read More → |
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This week's events and local picks |
 Editor's Pick Cheerleading Parks & Recreation's Cheerleading program builds confidence, teamwork, and spirit through stunting, jumping, and performance. Young athletes learn together in a high-energy environment at MIDFLORIDA Event Center with multiple session dates available. Why we're picking it: This program captures everything PSL does right – investing in our kids' confidence and giving them community! Get Details → |
 Tutoring Jet to Success Jet to Success Learning Academy offers small-group academic enrichment that strengthens foundational skills and builds confidence in a supportive environment. Multiple dates available at Port St. Lucie Community Center. Details → |
|  Wrestling Our experienced coaches teach fundamental wrestling techniques including stances, positions, takedowns, pins, and escapes. Programs run at St. Lucie West Centennial High School Wrestling Room for serious athletes. Details → |
|  Video shows Port St. Lucie home catch fire during storm A nearby resident captured dramatic video of flames and smoke during a recent weather event, highlighting the importance of home safety and preparedness. Details → |
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Fast links for busy neighbors |
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| 🎮 | This Week's Game | Play along with your neighbors |
| 🔢 GUESS THE PSL NUMBER Three numbers are hiding in this week's newsletter. Can you match each one to its story before you scroll back up? "20 · 19 · 100 — one's a national ranking, one's a fire station, one's a birthday." All three answers are hidden right inside this newsletter! Can you find them? |
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Thanks for reading this week's edition – stay connected, stay involved, and keep supporting the community we all love. See you next week, neighbor! Forward this to a neighbor who wants the useful PSL stuff without the noise. See you next week, PSL. |
