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Brightline Train North Miami

Stop Brightline Trains Horns

One Miami-Dade woman's call for an end to the Brightline train horns that wake her up in the morning and at night. But what will happen if they are silenced? ...

In Balance, Fall 2018

Welcome to the second issue of our new newsletter, "In Balance".  We're very excited to provide you with another tool to stay in touch with what's happening in Martin County, whether you're ...
Brightline Train Going Through At-Grade Crossing

Brightline Reports Financial Loss Despite Increased Ridership

Leah Voss with Treasure Coast Newspapers reports on the latest financials and ridership numbers released by Brightline in bond documents. The Brightline Train going through an at-grade crossing in Broward ...

Stuart, Fort Pierce Battle for Brightline Station

from tcpalm.com A decision on whether to pursue a Brightline station in Stuart is expected to be voted upon by City Commissioners on October 8th. "The battle to stop the ...

Packed Crowd for Brightline Train Workshop

From Lisa Broadt, Treasure Coast Newspapers Brightline Train going through an at-grade crossing in Broward County. Over 200 people filled the City of Stuart Commission chambers last night to give ...
Gavel and Scales of Justice

The Guardians of Martin County Stand-Up For Free Speech

In an extraordinarily unusual move, the Fourth District Court of Appeal -- on its own motion -- vacated orders that were previously entered denying motions filed on behalf of the ...

Stop Brightline’s Stuart Stop Now

Martin County residents have been fighting Brightline for years. On Monday, September 17,2018, local government officials are holding a public meeting to consider building a Brightline station in downtown Stuart. Put ...
Toxic Algae, Stuart Florida

Proposed Legislation To Stop Toxic Algae

Congressman Brian Mast has proposed new legislation that would add a priority for the health and safety of people receiving the discharges from Lake Okeechobee on both Florida coasts. The ...

State Board Approves Tax-Free Bonds for Brightline’s Phase 2

From the Palm Beach Post: The Despite strong opposition from officials in the Treasure Coast, the board of the Florida Development Finance Corp. unanimously signed off on a $1.75 billion ...