Vero Beach to host free Lagoonapalooza festival celebrating Indian River Lagoon
The Environmental Learning Center plans to host Lagoonapalooza 2026, a free festival blending live music, environmental education and outdoor activities...
Florida plans pioneering highway to charge EVs while driving
ORLANDO — Florida transportation officials are set to build a pioneering stretch of highway that will wirelessly charge electric vehicles...
Vero Beach teen arrested in laundromat shooting that wounded juvenile
VERO BEACH — A 17-year-old has been arrested in connection with a shooting at a local laundromat that left a...
Indian River County nears purchase of sensitive lands to aid lagoon restoration
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY — County officials say they are nearing the purchase of several environmentally sensitive properties along the county's...
Taxpayers association honors sergeant, resident and former congressman with top awards
VERO BEACH — The Taxpayers Association of Indian River County honored two local heroes and a former congressman at its...
AAA launches Tow to Go program to curb impaired driving over holidays
TAMPA — AAA is activating its Tow to Go program this holiday season to curb impaired driving, offering free rides...
Sebastian officials seek state assistance on septic-to-sewer mandate amid local concerns
SEBASTIAN — Sebastian city officials met with State Rep. Robbie Brackett on Wednesday to discuss a slate of recent legislation,...
Vero Beach Book Review Breakfast to explore courage through faith and discernment
VERO BEACH — An upcoming book review event in Vero Beach will explore themes of bravery and self-awareness, drawing on...
J.J. Manning’s owners step down after 15 years; new couple takes over Sebastian Irish pub
SEBASTIAN — After 15 years of ownership, John and Becky are stepping down from J.J. Manning's Irish Pub, a longtime...
Cub Scouts spread holiday cheer with gifts, songs at Sebastian assisted living facility
SEBASTIAN — Cub Scouts from Pack 589 spread holiday cheer Thursday at a local assisted living facility, delivering handmade gifts...