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Mary Schenkel

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Massive ‘Making Strides’ walk packs a pink punch

A river of pink flowed through Riverside Park as thousands of participants made a statement of support for ...

Arts

Makeup maestro puts best theatrical faces forward

The art of theatrical makeup has been an integral component of performances for centuries. In some instances, the ...

People

Glimpse of chimps heartens supporters of sanctuary

Michelle ‘Shelly’ Lakly, the new executive director of Save the Chimps, spent last Saturday becoming acquainted with supporters ...

People

Imagine that! Volunteers unite for ‘Day of Caring’

An early-morning shower gave way to a beautiful rainbow as participants in the United Way of Indian River ...

People

‘Wet’ appetites at ELC’s Splish, Splash Lagoon Bash

Unlike the song, no one was taking a bath, but there was definitely some splish-splashing going on at ...

People

‘Starry Night’ event honors stellar Youth Achievement

Everyone involved with the Gifford Youth Achievement center recognizes that education is the key to success. That point ...

People

Scott’s space odyssey delights ‘Military Officers’ event

As personable as he is courageous, Winston Scott, retired U.S. Navy captain and former NASA astronaut, kept his ...

People

Feel-good story: ‘New’ Gifford health center well received

Treasure Coast Community Health welcomed members of the community to join them for an Open House and Ribbon ...

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Vero man details horror of Dorian’s Bahamian blitz

“I’m still having nightmares. Every time I close my eyes, I hear the roar,” says Bobby Childs, who ...

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Nonprofits seek updated data on area social needs

The United Way of Indian River County and other groups are launching a Community Needs Assessment to get ...

People

Miles of smiles at RT Star’s Back to School Party

Local talent was on display at the fourth annual RT Star’s Back to School Party recently hosted by ...

People

Women’s inspirational words hit home at ‘Voices of Eve’

Despite their disparate backgrounds, the lives of the three ladies who spoke last Thursday evening at a Voices ...