Action shot from the Indian River County commissioners’ special meeting last night.
"We’re not suing for money, we’re suing to make them do their job."
The budget battle continues as Sheriff Eric Flowers fights for more funding. The lawsuit alleges that the commissioners violated the law by arbitrarily slashing the budget to the sheriff’s department and refusing to explain why.
The Army Corps of Engineers is hard at work on a massive project to protect Indian River Lagoon. The project will be completed in phases, with the first phase done in 2026 and the last phase done in 2031.
If you are looking for a pumpkin patch this year, you have some options. This is about more than the pumpkins themselves. There are festivals, games and other activities with pumpkins at the center of it all. Here’s a quick guide for you.
Tourism in Florida is a blessing and a curse. It’s great for the economy, and usually not so great for things like traffic. Tourists are also known for breaking some local laws without even knowing it.
The City of Vero Beach Recreation Department is hosting the 65th Annual Halloween Parade and Costume Contest on Saturday, October 25, 2025. Families, schools, organizations, and local businesses are invited to dress up, decorate floats or vehicles, and join in this beloved community tradition. Lineup will begin at 9:30 a.m. in the Women’s Club parking lot (1534 21st Street), and the parade will step off at 10:00 a.m., heading east on 21st Street.
Did you know there are monkeys in Florida? Thanks to a viral social media post a few days ago, now people are aware of the sanctuary that’s home to some monkeys right in our backyard. The monkeys were filmed jumping into the water, and there’s an interesting twist to the video after the initial amusement.
Gardening and landscaping can be challenging in Florida. Not all plants are suitable for life in our climate.
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