Sun Up clients make Easter special for Hibiscus Children

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 ...

Annual spring fashion show benefits children’s center

As they have done for the last 15 years, the stylish ladies of the Hibiscus Children’s Center’s Indian River Guild ushered in the springtime with their annual Blue Ribbon Luncheon and Fashion Show at the Oak Harbor Club. The sold-out luncheon was one of many held throughout the nation in recognition of April as National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Arriving guests mingled over champagne and mimosas, sat for quick makeovers from Chanel representatives, and perused numerous silent auction items. Gorgeous floral displays of white hydrangeas, orchids and lilies, created by Fé Domenech of Event Firm International, graced the lobby and dining tables. “People don’t realize the work behind the scenes that goes into these events,” said Carol Casey, one of ...

Elections 2012 Section Under Construction

This special section is currently under construction. Once it is up and running, this will be the place to find information about the upcoming Aug. 14 Primary election. Please pardon our dust as the content moves around, appears and disappears and otherwise morphs from minute to minute.We will announce the launch of the section once it is ready.