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New beachside flotation stations ring true with swimmers

Beachgoers are starting to see a new addition as they walk onto their favorite island beach – a ...

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Scant details on those arrested in school incidents

Violent or troubling incidents involving our public schools – like this past week’s social media threat toward Vero ...

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Commission names new county attorney

The Board of County Commissioners hired its first-ever female county attorney, Jennifer Wintrode Shuler, who currently serves as ...

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Off-duty lifeguard rescues teen from rip current at Wabasso Beach

When Gifford Aquatic Center lifeguard Emily Locy decided to go surfing at Wabasso Beach last Friday before her ...

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Plan ‘A’: School grades equal bonuses for district employees

When the Florida Department of Education publishes letter grades for schools and counties each summer, there’s much hoopla ...

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New head of St. Edward’s Middle School feels ‘blessed’ and ‘excited’

The incoming head of St. Edward’s Middle School, Jason Dowdy, eagerly awaits the sight of a bustling campus ...

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Renovated buildings downtown to house Childcare Resources

A couple of large, weathered structures in the heart of Vero that have been a drag for years ...

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Fire rescue crews stiffed as Orchid station work drags on

Fire rescue crew workers will continue to sleep in a small on-site trailer at the Orchid Fire Rescue ...

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DeSantis’ veto of arts funding costs ‘stunned’ Vero groups $350K

When Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed all grants approved by the legislature for Florida arts organizations without explanation on ...

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Student performance continues to climb under Superintendent

Recently released test scores for the 2023-2024 school year show continued upward movement for Indian River County students ...

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Will voters finally bring an end to temporary special tax for schools?

The county school district now wants voters to once again extend – this time until 2029 – a ...

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Summer program roundup

School’s out for summer – and parents who don’t have a plan to keep the kids busy might ...