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Mary Schenkel

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‘Rock’ on! Tack up another great fundraiser for Youth Sailing

While the weather wasn’t favorable for its planned regatta, the rain and overly gusty winds did not in ...

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‘Love of Literacy’ mission and awards: In a word … inspiring!

The gift of knowledge was celebrated at the annual Love of Literacy Luncheon hosted by Literacy Services of ...

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Impact women proudly award $100K grants to 4 worthy nonprofits

Four local nonprofits became the latest Community Partners of Impact 100 Indian River at the funding group’s 17th ...

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Aura of achievement at Boys and Girls Clubs’ Angels Dinner

Supporters of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Indian River County celebrated “Changing lives for 25 Years” at ...

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Granted, John’s Island Foundation is in a league of its own

Supporters of the John’s Island Foundation gathered at the John’s Island Beach Club to celebrate its 25th anniversary ...

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Adorable, adoptable cats and dogs ‘reign’ at Humane Society

Well behaved and looking for love, several sweet pups greeted guests as they arrived at the Windsor Beach ...

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Country star Judd wows ’em at ‘Home on the Range’ benefit

The ladies of the John’s Island Community Service League outdid themselves with a blockbuster Spring Benefit fundraiser featuring ...

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Youth is served by ‘Guidance’ event, King of Hill tennis tourney

The young participants enrolled in the Youth Guidance Mentoring Academy are eager to move into a newly renovated ...

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Land Trust ‘working harder and smarter’ on preservation

At a time when new developments seem to be popping up everywhere, the mission of the Indian River ...

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Distill, my heart: Special vodka gets to the art of the matter

Ray and Mandy Hooker, owners of Indian River Distillery, teamed up with the Cultural Council of Indian River ...

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Thousands discover unique charm of Waldo’s Secret Art Walk

Waldo E. Sexton, one of Vero’s most famous pioneers, was renowned for the diverse collection of artworks that ...

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Triton ensures another ‘deeply’ satisfying ORCA Explorer event

Triton Submarines, a world leader in the design, engineering and manufacture of manned submersibles, opened its doors again ...