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Mary Schenkel

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United Way honors community leaders who share its vision

Business, government, nonprofit and community representatives came together for the annual United Way of Indian River County Community ...

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Vero artists shine at prestigious Backus juried exhibition

Despite torrential rain and flooded roadways, a large crowd of artists and art aficionados gathered at the A.E. ...

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Much for art lovers to savor at ‘Recent Acquisitions’ exhibit

Visitors to the Recent Acquisition Highlights exhibition at the Vero Beach Museum of Art will in effect be ...

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‘Boots on the Beach’: Uniting to ease hurting veterans’ pain

Guests at the Boots on the Beach fundraiser at the Riomar Country Club were united in their support ...

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Busch Wildlife Sanctuary saves the day for vulnerable critters

Rescue, rehabilitate, release and educate. More than a mission, it’s a way of life for the staff and ...

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$85M expansion will transform Museum of Art

Plans for an extensive transformation and expansion of the Vero Beach Museum of Art – a two-year project ...

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Boatload of activities: ‘Moorings’ hosts statewide yacht club event

Boating enthusiasts recently dropped anchor at the Moorings Yacht and Country Club which served as the venue for ...

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Riverside serving up 6 crowd-pleasing shows in 2025-26 season

Music, murder and mystery. Riverside Theatre’s 2025-26 season has it all, with four musicals on the Stark Main ...

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Creative kiddos have a blast at Museum of Art’s Activity Day

The Vero Beach Museum of Art was a beehive of activity recently during its Family Programs’ free admission ...

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‘Save the Chimps’ needs fundraising champs to further mission

Save the Chimps, recognized as the world’s largest chimpanzee sanctuary, has experienced substantial growth and development since welcoming ...

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Big names unite in Vero: ‘Gifford Academy’ and Stradivarius

Founded in 2003 by the Rev. Crystal Bujol as the Gifford Youth Orchestra, the nonprofit is now entering ...

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McKee Garden’s rare and exotic orchids feel the love

Although McKee Botanical Garden may be better known for its lush landscape and vast collection of waterlilies, exotic ...