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Stephanie LaBaff

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Joyous ‘Christmas Parade’ ushers in holly jolly spirit

Ocean Drive came alive with the magic of the holiday season during the annual Vero Beach Christmas Parade ...

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Rare opportunity: Stylish island home for under $2M

Donald and Tricia Heaton first came to Vero Beach to visit friends. That led the couple to move ...

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Purposeful steps for all-important Alzheimer, Parkinson’s cause

Supporters of the Alzheimer & Parkinson Association of Indian River County took steps to support the nonprofit during ...

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‘Soup Bowl’: All the ingredients for a memorable fundraiser!

If chicken soup really is ‘good for the soul,’ imagine how much good was accomplished as a result ...

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‘Amazing lifestyle’ in Pebble Beach home on the ocean

When Lowry Smathers, who came from one of Miami’s pioneer families, left South Florida for Vero Beach, she ...

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‘Eve with Team Reeve’ marathoners on a ‘care plus cure’ mission

Although running a marathon isn’t often considered a team sport, Vero Beach residents Lisa Gallagher, John McConnell and ...

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Well-heeled supporters happy to ‘Walk a Mile’ for SafeSpace

A crowd of men, women and children wearing ruby red stilettos teetered along 14th Avenue to raise awareness ...

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Elegant waterfront Seagrove home ideal for entertaining

The stately elegance of 225 Riverway Dr. in Seagrove West perfectly befits the serene setting along the Indian ...

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Diversity name of game at ‘Dungeons, Dragons & Drag Queens’

Walking Tree Brewery was overrun with adults taking advantage of the excuse to dress up as their favorite ...

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Cultural Arts Guide covers places to go and people to see

It’s no secret that Indian River County has a vast array of cultural arts opportunities and with the ...

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Veterans Day: Uniform respect, thanks for those who served

The setting may have been different, but the message still rang loud and clear during the annual Veterans ...

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Beautiful waterfront pool home has sweeping river views

When Tom and Mary L’Esperance were looking for a house, water, people and proximity to restaurants were crucial ...