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Vietnam War Hero reflects on legacy after 86th Lane named in his honor
21+ hour, 28+ min ago (1315+ words) Discipline, values and love for country were some of the lessons already instilled in Sgt. Sylvester Mc Intosh as he fought alongside his fellow marines in the jungles of Vietnam." "I never considered myself a hero," 79-year-old Mc Intosh, a…...
County hits pause on $5. 5 M pact for conservation parcel
3+ day, 1+ hour ago (1097+ words) At their June 16 meeting last Tuesday, county commissioners declined to sign a $5. 5 million contract to buy 9. 7 acres on the northern stretch of the barrier island " two-thirds of which is under water " until they have solid assurance from an environmental group…...
County ending GLP-1 coverage for employees
3+ day, 1+ hour ago (975+ words) The popularity of GLP-1 drugs has exploded over the past several years in an unprecedented manner. "In the modern era of pharmaceutical history, no other prescription drug class has achieved the same combination of hyper-rapid patient adoption, cultural dominance, and…...
Woman, 82, rescued after being trapped in vehicle that crashed in canal
5+ day, 15+ hour ago (186+ words) INDIAN RIVER COUNTY " An 82-year-old woman was pulled from a vehicle Friday after being trapped for nearly 24 hours after the car veered into a water-filled ditch the day prior. The woman, whose identity was not released, had non-life threatening injuries,…...
Nutrition class at the Teaching Kitchen Thursday at Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital
1+ week, 13+ hour ago (85+ words) Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 2 p. m. Oncology patients and their family members are invited to join a complimentary nutrition class to help you stay healthy through your healing journey." Be inspired and discover the art of cooking with our chef and dietitian each…...
Volusia corrections inmate escapes, found hiding in girlfriend's Vero beachside apartment
1+ week, 19+ hour ago (416+ words) VERO BEACH " A 31-year-old prison inmate who escaped from a work release program in Volusia County and didn't return, was found hiding at his girlfriend's Vero beachside apartment Monday, deputies said. Sheriff's officials released body camera footage Wednesday capturing the…...
Woman charged after vandalizing Gifford churches, museum
1+ week, 5+ day ago (484+ words) GIFFORD " A woman with white paint on her hands and clothing was jailed late Thursday after deputies linked her to three vandalism cases targeting two churches and a historical museum in Gifford this week. Deputies said the woman painted over…...
Vero set to OK big rate hikes to fund new plant
1+ week, 6+ day ago (804+ words) On Tuesday the Vero Beach City Council is expected to approve a set of water, sewer and irrigation water rate increases spanning the next five years to help pay for the new $164-million One Water plant and increased utility operational…...
Coming Up! Celebrate Juneteenth at Victor Hart Complex
1+ week, 6+ day ago (211+ words) Details provided by Indian River County and T & T Community Enhancement Organization In Action Join us as we come together to celebrate freedom, culture, and community at the Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 20th from 11 a. m. to 6 p. m. at the Victor Hart Sr....
Historical marker, monument, bench, sign damaged at Gifford Museum
2+ week, 7+ min ago (572+ words) GIFFORD " Deputies were reviewing surveillance footage for leads after vandals destroyed a sign and smeared a white adhesive over a county historical marker, monument and bench at the Gifford Historical Museum and Cultural Center over the weekend. Most of the…...