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Interesting facts about Martin County’s Sheriffs — Part 1
Since the creation of Martin County in 1925, there have been only eight different men appointed or elected sheriff, three of whom…
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Stuart History
The people, places, events and buildings that shaped our town, from its pioneer days to today. Each page gives a short answer first, then the full story with sources you can check.
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The Life of Frances Langford
Frances Langford was a multi-talented singer and actress whose career spanned Broadway, radio, film, and television, notably highlighted by her signature recording…
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Photo of Shepards Park
This framed photograph captures Shepard's Park, a cherished gathering place that reflects Stuart's growth as a community destination during the twentieth century.…
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Time Traveling: 1940-1944 – Part 2
The war years of the early 1940s affected citizens’ everyday routine, activities, work, living expenses and availability of goods in what was…
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The Heyday of the Stuart News
During a community program at the Stuart Heritage Museum, former Stuart News leaders Tom Weber and Jim Overton reflected on the golden…
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Zack Mosely Smilin’ Jack Cartoon
Zack Mosley's beloved comic strip character Smilin' Jack soared across American newspapers for decades, capturing the adventurous spirit of aviation in the…
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Time Traveling: 1940-1944 – Part 1
Probably one of the most notable historical time periods, particularly for an older generation, was that of the early 1940s, the war…
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Glimpses of Stuart
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Photo of Local Surf Band
This black-and-white snapshot captures a moment of musical energy from Stuart's vibrant mid-century entertainment scene, when live bands were the heartbeat of…
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History, mystery, errors and forgotten facts
Recorded history, which is dependent on human interpretation for accuracy, can be subject to dispute, unintentional error and even mystery, when pertinent…
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Stuart High School
This community museum program highlights local history and preservation efforts centered around the historic Stuart High School building. The gathering features community…
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Box of Old Toys
This humble collection of vintage toys tells the story of childhood play in Stuart across the decades, a snapshot of the simple…