š± How will Aviator Collegeās sudden closure affect Fort Pierceās aviation community?
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In today's newsletter:
- How will Aviator Collegeās sudden closure affect Fort Pierceās aviation community?
- How a zero-tolerance beach crackdown could reshape Fort Pierce weekends
- Major Fort Pierce drug raid seizes fentanyl, cocaine and meth
Today's riddle: What did the inventor of the knock-knock joke win? š¤ (Answer below!)
- Friday: Partly sunny, showers around, with a high of 83 and low of 66 degrees.
- Saturday: Partly sunny, showers around, temps: high: 84, low: 66.
- Sunday: Partly sunny, with a high of 86 and low of 68 degrees. š¶ Hot!
š° News we're reading
1. Fort Pierce flight school closes following lawsuit, causing mass layoffs (cbs12.com) ā Residents should know that Aviator Collegeās Fort Pierce flight school is closing permanently, with about 40 to 50 employees losing their jobs after a failed sale tied to a lawsuit. The WARN notice says layoffs at the Aviator Way campus began April 15, affecting many roles at the Treasure Coast International Airport-based operation. 
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2. 'Zero-tolerance approach': St. Lucie sheriff cracks down on unpermitted beach bashes (wpbf.com) ā Law enforcement is tightening control around Pepper Park Beach near Fort Pierce this Saturday, declaring a Special Event Zone with doubled fines and possible vehicle impounds after a recent party ended with gunfire. Residents worry the viral, unpermitted beach bashes are hurting Fort Pierceās image, bringing trash, danger, and crowds that could scare off visitors and families. Ā Ā Ā
3. Two arrested after Fort Pierce drug bust yields fentanyl, cocaine and meth (wqcs.org) ā A narcotics investigation in Fort Pierce led deputies to a North 6th Street home where they report seizing fentanyl, cocaine, meth and other drugs. Two Fort Pierce residents were arrested on trafficking and distribution charges, and the sheriff warned dealers that local and federal teams are intensifying enforcement in St. Lucie County. Ā Ā Ā
4. Two arrested after five dead dogs found in bins at Fort Pierce home: Police (cbs12.com) ā Fort Pierce police say they discovered five dead dogs in bins and several other animals living in poor conditions during a search of a Georgia Avenue home Thursday afternoon. Two people were arrested on obstruction and animal-cruelty charges, and the investigation into what happened to the animals is still ongoing. Ā Ā Ā
5. AJC Joined by 20+ Faith-Based and Cultural Organizations in Calling on Congress to Take Meaningful Action to Protect their Communities and Institutions (ajc.org) ā Fort Pierce is specifically mentioned as the site of past arson attacks on the Islamic Center of Fort Pierce, used as a key example in a national push for stronger security at religious institutions. A broad interfaith coalition is urging Congress to boost federal security grants and pass the Pray Safe Act, arguing that houses of worship nationwide face escalating threats and need more resources to protect congregants. Ā Ā Ā
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Arbor Day Celebration
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Friday April 24
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Core Fitness-Core & Sculpt
Stuart, FL Calendar , 121 SW Flagler Avenue , Stuart
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Core Fitness- Shimmy Dance
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Puzzle Palooza
Stuart, FL Calendar , 724 SE 10th Street , Stuart
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Support our Veterans at the Running for Heroes 5k
Riverbend Park , 9060 W Indiantown Rd , Jupiter
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MCSD Math Olympics!
Hobe Sound Elementary , 7000 SE Atlantic Ridge Dr , Stuart
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CLE celebrates Earth Day
Seeds Pavilion & Butterfly Garden
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Roots & Ruts Off- Road 5K Run/Walk
The Stuart/Martin County Chamber of Commerce , 18370 Limestone Creek Rd , Jupiter
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Super Saturday
Stuart, FL Calendar , 451 S Colorado Avenue , Stuart
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Pirate 5K, 10K, 13.1M at Fort Pierce, FL (16)
5990 Emerson Ave , Fort Pierce
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The Ultimate Party Planning & Wedding Showcase
Pointe West Country Club , 7500 14th Ln , Vero Beach
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Books & Badges
J.D. Parker Elementary , 1010 SE 10th St , Stuart
8:00 am
Friday April 17
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- We are still looking for our dog Wyatt
He was last seen in front of Lawnwood Hospital on 25th if anyone finds him please contact me 772-828-9692 (Nextdoor Sunrise Terrace) - Good morning neighbors.
We live in the SandHill shores community. During our daily AM & PM walks with our dogs we met a sweet, loving & big orange outdoor cat, we lovinglyā¦ (Nextdoor Pineview)
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