Articles by Andy Hodges

About Andy Hodges

Andy Hodges was born in Annapolis, Maryland, and raised in Jupiter, Florida. He has been a radio and TV personality since the mid-1980s. He has worked for WFLX-TV (Fox 29), WIRK, WLIZ, WIXI, WKSY, WRMF, and others. In 1994, Andy took a break from broadcasting and was a software and systems engineer for various companies. In 2002, he permanently moved back to Sebastian, where Andy's family has lived for over 45 years. He returned to the broadcasting sector in 2005. Andy joined Sebastian Daily as our editor-in-chief in 2016.

Sebastian City Council votes to make offer on waterfront property

July 14, 2022 Andy Hodges

The City Council voted 4-1 on Wednesday to proceed with an offer on the waterfront property next to Fisherman’s Landing on Indian River Drive. However, because of state law, a second appraisal will have to be complete before […]

City of Sebastian to discuss property purchase.

City of Sebastian to discuss purchase near Fisherman’s Landing and hiring incentives

July 13, 2022 Andy Hodges

The Sebastian City Council will meet Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. inside City Hall to discuss the property next to Fisherman’s Landing and employee hiring incentives for new city workers. The two topics have been the […]

DUI suspect found with 50 open Fireball shot containers

July 12, 2022 Andy Hodges

A 52-year-old Barefoot Bay man had at least 50 open Fireball shot glass containers found near his feet when the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office observed signs of impairment while driving. Terry Williams was traveling near […]

Recent restaurant health inspections for July 2022

July 11, 2022 Andy Hodges

Overall, the restaurants in Sebastian maintain a healthy environment for their patrons with minimal violations. The state health inspector made a visit to four establishments. Health inspections in Sebastian have been consistent with fewer problems than […]

Sebastian Train Depot Closing for Two Months

July 11, 2022 Andy Hodges

The Sebastian Train Depot, one of the area’s favorite places for lunch and ice cream, will be closing for vacation from July 11, 2022, until September 1, 2022. “When we reopen, look for exciting new changes, […]

Sheriff’s Office investigating sign and cam targeting candidate LaDonna Corbin

July 10, 2022 Andy Hodges

The Indian River County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a political sign and an outdoor camera allegedly targeting LaDonna Corbin, a school board candidate for District 2. Sheriff Eric Flowers told Sebastian Daily that deputies “found a game […]

Sebastian police charge woman who placed mother in freezer

July 8, 2022 Andy Hodges

A 64-year-old Sebastian woman was arrested Thursday, July 8, 2022, for failing to report the death of her mother, Marie Hoskins, and tampering with evidence, which is a felony. As Sebastian Daily previously reported, officers with the […]

Fewer showers with highs reaching 92 degrees

July 8, 2022 Andy Hodges

It’s going to be hot this weekend in Sebastian, Florida. On Sunday, we will see highs reaching 92 degrees with a shower or two. Please stay hydrated in this weather to prevent the risk of […]

Police chase stolen car in Sebastian at speeds of 100 mph

July 7, 2022 Andy Hodges

A 47-year-old man was arrested on charges of grand theft and driving at speeds in excess of 100 mph on Sebastian Blvd (CR-512). The Indian River County Sheriff’s Office received a call about a stolen […]

Woman charged with robbery and battery on a person over 65

July 7, 2022 Andy Hodges

A 32-year-old Sebastian woman was arrested after she wrapped her hands around a person’s neck and demanded $20 cash. She is being held on a bond of $82,000 at the Indian River County Jail. Sebastian […]