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Sebastian Daily: Your Trusted Source for Hometown News

Sebastian Daily is the number-one source for local news with more readers than any other publication in Sebastian, Vero Beach, Fellsmere, and Indian River County.

We bring you straightforward, honest coverage of what’s happening right here—whether it’s community events or local government decisions.
 
Our beat is strictly local, centered on the news that hits home for Indian River County residents. We skip national politics, including local protests about national issues, at the request of our readers to prevent political polarization and division. It’s a policy we’ve had for more than a decade.
 
For more than 25 years, we’ve been right there in the thick of it, making sure our neighbors stay clued in and involved. We remain committed to fair and balanced stories. Being so embedded in the community lets us dig deep into the topics that truly resonate with you.
 
From breaking news to informative features, we cover it all. Our focus on weather, boating, fishing, and local events makes us your go-to source for everything Sebastian. We’re proud of our role in informing the community during critical events like Hurricane Matthew and the Red Tide crisis, where our live coverage and accurate reporting were essential. Our reporting and footage were featured on CNN and other national news outlets. 
 
We believe in the power of local journalism to strengthen our community. Your trust is our top priority. We invite you to engage with us through our website, social media, or by sharing your thoughts and ideas.
 

Sebastian Daily is owned and operated by Sebastian Daily, LLC.

Here are some of our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

What is the newspaper in Sebastian FL?

Sebastian Daily is the only newspaper in Sebastian, FL. 

 

Who owns Sebastian Daily?

Sebastian Daily is owned by Sebastian Daily, LLC. 

 

Sebastian Daily’s phone number?

Our main phone number is 772-925-5221.

 

Our Staff

Andy Hodges

Andy Hodges – Editor in Chief

A veteran broadcaster, Andy Hodges has spent over forty years reporting news across Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie, Indian River, and Brevard Counties. Throughout his career, he’s graced the airwaves in radio and television at WFLX (FOX-29), WRMF, WIRK, WLIZ, WZZR, and WIXI, just to mention a few. Since 2016, Andy has been the Editor-in-Chief of Sebastian Daily.
Ted Kwarchak

Ted Kwarchak – Photographer

Ted Kwarchak was born in Georgia. In 1968, he graduated high school in Merrit Island, Florida. He then completed anesthesia training in Columbia, South Carolina, and began a career in 1976 working for an anesthesia group that services hospitals in Sebastian, Vero Beach, and Fort Pierce. Kwarchak retired in 2016 and lives in Sebastian with his wife Mary Sue. They just celebrated their 47th wedding anniversary, and have two children and three grandchildren in the area. Kwarchak held a U.S. Coast Guard Captain’s license for ten years and enjoyed offshore and inshore fishing. He also obtained an FCC advance radio operator’s license for his amateur radio hobby. Being retired and having grandchildren played a big part in renewing his interest in photography. Kwarchak joined our team in 2020.
Arlo Guthrie

Arlo Guthrie – Contributor

Arlo Guthrie is an American retired legendary singer and songwriter. He is known for singing songs of protest against social injustice, and storytelling while performing songs, following the tradition of his father Woody Guthrie. Guthrie’s best-known work is his debut piece, “Alice’s Restaurant Massacree,” a satirical talking blues song about 18 minutes in length that has since become a Thanksgiving anthem. His best hit was a cover of Steve Goodman’s “City of New Orleans.”
Brian LaPersonerie

Brian LaPersonerie – Photopher/Food Critic

Born and raised around New York’s diverse culture and cuisine, it’s no surprise that Brian inherited a palate for great food. His background – German, Welsh, English, French, Irish and even Sicilian – has exposed him to all styles of cooking; whether at holiday gatherings or from his talented mom in their family kitchen. Brian says, “we eat with our eyes first” so capturing and presenting the deep colors of food is an art and an important part of Brian’s reviews. Being a life-long foodie, with experience in and out of the kitchen has taught Brian the more technical parts of cooking and hospitality. But in theory, he’s just a regular person, like you and I, who loves food and wants to help further your culinary adventures!
Tina Hodges

Tina Hodges – VP of Marketing

Tina Hodges is a Sebastian native. After graduating from Sebastian River High School, she studied Business Management & Marketing at Indian River State College. Tina worked for Dooney & Bourke for many years before she became our VP of Sales & Marketing & Journalist. Tina joined Sebastian Daily in 2016.
Jeff Andros

Jeff Andros – Cybercrime, Cybersecurity, Digital Forensics and IT Expert

Jeff Andros is an IT professional, offering advise to users on how to protect themselves from cybercrime and internet fraud. Jeff is with CyberMack Consultants in Vero Beach.
Joy Nottage

Joy Nottage – Health & Fitness Expert

Joy Nottage is a certified personal trainer and fitness nutrition specialist. Joy teaches group fitness classes at Sebastian Gym and coaches clients in healthy eating and exercise programs both in-person and online.
Roy Garton

Roy Garton – Contributor

Roy Garton is the owner of FDMC Media. He is also an actor who has played in several movies. Roy is also a broadcaster and journalist. As a television news journalist in a very popular resort area, Roy has had the opportunity to cover Statesmen, Presidents, and Russian Diplomats as they passed through the area on political missions. He has also worked with the White House Press Corps.

Roy left Wyoming in 1992 and moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma again working in television before settling down in Florida where lives in Palm Bay and is married to former Sebastian resident Mary Myers-Garton. He continues to act in films and television.
Jennifer Balakrishnan

Jennifer Balakrishnan – Reporter

Jennifer Balakrishnan lives in Vero Beach, Florida. She moved to Indian River County when she was 6-years-old. Jennifer earned a bachelor’s degree at Florida State University. She writes our crime stories and is one of our food/restaurant critics.
Matthew Acosta

Matthew Acosta – Contributor

Matthew Acosta is a student at Sebastian River High School and a cadet in the Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps. He currently serves as the NJROTC Public Affairs Officer.
Skyy Fritz

Skyy Fritz – Contributor

Skyy Fritz is a Cadet at Sebastian River High School Navy JROTC and the unit Public Affairs Officer. She is a native of Sebastian and attended Treasure Coast Elementary and Sebastian River Middle School. She enjoys the fine arts, especially drawing and writing. Upon graduation she plans to pursue a career in animation. She has a cat named Bella, who is sometimes a pain, but brings joy to her life.

Gabrielle Alvarez

Gabrielle Alvarez – Contributor

Gabrielle Alvarez is a Cadet at Sebastian River High School Navy JROTC and the unit’s Assistant Public Affairs Officer. During her free time she enjoys drawing, painting, and playing the piano and guitar. She greatly enjoys helping others and can often be found at local community volunteer events. She loves the Navy JROTC program and is very grateful for the opportunities it affords her.

Jazlynn Lopez

Jazlynn Lopez – Contributor

Jazlynn Lopez is a student at Sebastian River High School and a cadet in the Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps. She currently serves as the NJROTC Assistant Public Affairs Officer. She enjoys creative writing, listening to music, and going to the beach.

Jelena Almeyda

Jelena Almeyda – Contributor

Jelena Almeyda is a cadet at Sebastian River High School’s Navy JROTC program, where she serves as the unit’s Assistant Public Affairs Officer (APAO). Known for her strong work ethic and reliability, Jelena consistently completes assignments on time and maintains a sharp focus on her academics and responsibilities. Her enthusiasm for the Navy JROTC program is evident in everything she does. Whether it’s assisting with public affairs or capturing moments through photography, Jelena plays an important role in showcasing the life and spirit of her unit. She finds joy in contributing to something bigger than herself and is honored to be part of such a supportive and inspiring group of people. Jelena’s dedication, positive attitude, and commitment to excellence make her a standout cadet and a valuable member of the NJROTC family.

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