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Fertilizer restrictions to go into effect next month

A reminder from the Indian River Neighborhood Association to residents of Indian River County, City of Vero Beach, Sebastian and Orchid. We are coming into our rainy season when more nutrients such as nitrogen and phosphorous are likely to be washed from our lawns, driveways and roads into the storm water system and, ultimately, into our local waterways such as the Indian River Lagoon. The fertilizer ordinances passed by our communities goes into effect June 1st. It prohibits the use of lawn fertilizer between June 1st and September 30th. No fertilizer containing Phosphorous is to be used anytime. All fertilizers must contain at least 50% slow release Nitrogen. Finally, no fertilizer is to be applied within 10 feet of any ...

More than 55 teams to play ball at Historic Dodgertown Labor Day bash

VERO BEACH — Batter up! This weekend will be full of bats and swings as Historic Dodgertown welcomes youth baseball teams from around the state and Georgia to showcase their skills in a Labor Day tournament. More than 55 teams, with players ages 9 to 16, will compete at Dodgertown's nine professionally designed baseball fields, including the iconic Holman Stadium, officials said. The event is expected to bring in more than 1,800 visitors to Vero Beach for the holiday weekend, including players, coaches and families. "Lots of families go to the beach between and after games," Dodgertown Marketing and Communications Director Ruth Ruiz said. Teams will compete at 8 a.m. through the evening on Saturday and Sunday. Championship games set ...

Humane Society advises pet owners to prepare for cold

VERO BEACH -- With Treasure Coast temperatures set to dramatically drop this evening and remain chilly throughout the week, the Humane Society of Vero Beach and Indian River County is urging pet owners to protect their animals and offers the following tips: Bring pets indoors. If it's too cold for you, it's too cold for your pets. Even dogs with heavy fur coats should stay inside. In the home, keep animals off cold tile flooring and give them blankets or pet beds to sleep on. Appropriate dress required. Small dogs and dogs with short coats can easily chill. Provide them with a turtleneck sweater when going outdoors and keep walks brief. Puppies, senior dogs, dogs who are ill as well ...