People
Big-hearted Fairies spread ‘backpack’-to-school magic
At a time when many high school girls are busy shopping for their own back-to-school wardrobes and needs, ...
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Kerry Firth
People
Swim coach Barlow makes splash by instilling ‘Hope’
Scott Barlow believes that he was born to swim. He began swimming competitively at age 6 and has ...
People
One-of-a-kindness atmosphere at Live Like Cole ‘Par-Tee’
An outpouring of kindness and generosity was contagious at the fourth annual Golf Tournament and Par-Tee fundraiser to ...
Arts
Second generation Highwayman forges own artistic path
It’s rare, especially in Florida, to find anyone who hasn’t heard about the Highwaymen – a group of ...
People
Sizzlin’ support for Gifford Youth Orchestra at BBQ
The enticing aroma of barbecued ribs, chicken and fried fish permeated the dense summer air at the Martin ...
People
Luau-apalooza! Fun vibe at Youth Guidance event
Guests arrived wearing floral shirts, breezy sundresses and smiles as bright as the colorful leis they received upon ...
People
Vero honors its heroes at poignant, powerful ceremony
Memorial Day brought out the best in our community, as thousands of residents gathered at the Veterans Memorial ...
Arts
Photographer Bence perfects his craft in ‘paradise’
When locals think about the old Vero Beach City Power Plant, few of us can say we will ...
Arts
Pottery yarn: The story of Peggy Thomas’ life with clay
Life experiences often shape the future and such is the case with local potter Peggy Thomas, whose sense ...
People
Yes, we kin! ‘Pioneer Dinner’ fetes Hamilton, Mathis clans
Descendants of the Hamilton and Mathis families chatted and reminisced about decades of lineage as they mingled with ...
Arts
Globe-trotting guitarist happy he picked Vero Beach
Photo by Kaila Jones Greg Reiter has spent most of his life practicing and perfecting the lively, ...
Arts
Concrete artist’s creativity was ‘Crystal’ clear from get-go
Crystal Ploszay’s path to acclaim as an expert in concrete artistry actually began at a Youth Guidance summer ...