School Board Dist. 5 – Jeff Pegler

Woman arrested for armed burglary, theft, assault

INDIAN RIVER COUNTY — An Indian River County woman has been arrested for armed burglary, grand theft, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, and resisting arrest, according to the Indian River County Sheriff’s Office. Karen Young, 52, was arrested in the 8000 block of 98th Court Tuesday, and was booked in around 10 p.m., according to the report. The victim said he and Young, his live-in girlfriend, were having an argument when she got mad and said she was going to get her son’s gun. Young then broke into her son’s cottage behind the house and got his pistol, according to authorities. She then pointed the gun at the victim and said, “I’m gonna f*****g kill you; I’m gonna blow your ...

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 ...

Student Health – Flu

The Swine Flu (H1N1 virus) isn't the only bug out there attacking immune systems. The regular seasonal flu is still a contender. Read on for a Q & A from the Indian River County School District. Click the link for the district's .pdf: Flu guide for parents