Eric Nelson, 79, Artist, Fly Fisherman, Grandpa

Eric Nelson, 79, artist, fly fisherman, grandpa

ERIC NELSON MIDDLEBURY — Eric Nelson, 79, was born in Aurora, Ill., on Oct. 7, 1945. He died peacefully at home, with his wife and daughter by his side, on Friday, June 20, 2025, after a long struggle with osteoarthritis and lung cancer. Eric grew up wandering and exploring the woods and fields of Illinois farm country. He was fascinated by nature — animals, birds, trees, plants, flowers, insects — everything wild fascinated him. He once climbed…

Internationally acclaimed local artist dead at 79

Helen Geier at her last public exhibition in Gosford Regional Gallery in 2019. Helen Geier, born Sydney January 14, 1946 – died Canberra, June 17, 2025. Legendary Canberra region artist Helen Geier has died in Hughes after a long period in care. She was 79. The intellectual brilliance of her art was well acknowledged within her lifetime. In 1998 she was named Canberra Artist of the Year and in 2001, Canberra Museum and Gallery mounted a major so…

Internationally acclaimed pitch competition heads to St. Pete

Founders Live has helped provide resources, capital and exposure for startups in 53 countries and 130 cities. St. Petersburg will soon become the 131st to host the global platform and media brand. Five founders will have 99 seconds to pitch their startups and highlight why Tampa Bay is a burgeoning innovation hub. The Birchwood in downtown St. Petersburg will host the event Thursday, July 17, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Attendees will vote on a winne…