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Computer models show small ocean flow would improve flushing of Bethel Creek

Indian River County got some good news this week from the Florida Institute of Technology scientist studying the ...

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County commission allows retail shops to expand outside

With a COVID-19 positivity test rate that's "still pretty low", according to Indian River County Administrator Jason Brown, ...

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Harbor Branch scientist gets lagoon monitoring grant

Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute's network of Indian River Lagoon water quality monitoring stations is about to expand and ...

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County gets grant to remove 7 derelict boats from the lagoon

Armed with a grant from the state, Indian River County is poised to get rid of seven derelict ...

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Grants available for laid-off lagoon scientists and field researchers

If you (or someone you know) got laid off or furloughed from your job as a biological or ...

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County Commission: COVID-wise, we’re in great shape

INDIAN RIVER COUNTY - The Indian River County Commission Tuesday hailed the latest COVID-19 stats as evidence that ...

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Recreational anglers who fish on Atlantic reefs must register with the state

The state of Florida announced this week a $3-million, mandatory reef fishing registration program. Beginning July 1, all ...

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Good news: Loggerhead and leatherback sea turtles nesting here earlier than usual

There was good news about sea turtles a month ago when county officials announced that leatherbacks – the ...

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FIT announces staff cuts, program closures

Florida Institute of Technology, a dynamic, rapidly growing research university north of Vero Beach, is feeling the COVID-19 ...

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Sebastian Inlet Park open except for campgrounds

A return to a new normal is underway at our community's state parks and environmental education and conservation ...

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County to allow restaurants to expand outdoor dining

The Indian River County Commission Tuesday voted unanimously to allow restaurants to expand their outdoor dining capacity temporarily ...

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Kayak, canoe, paddle board trek coming to Lagoon

Island kayakers and canoeists take note: A nonprofit tourism and conservation organization plans to give Vero’s stretch of ...