Miami Based The Motivational Edge has opened a cutting-edge youth development center in Vero Beach, Indian River County, FL. The center will provide a safe and inspiring space for young individuals to explore their artistic passions. Equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, dedicated classrooms, art studios, performance spaces, and technology resources, the center will allow The Motivational Edge to reach … Continue reading The Motivational Edge Opens Cutting-Edge Youth Development Center in Vero Beach, Florida.
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National Press Club Condemns Raid of the Marion County Record.
PRESS RELEASE August 12, 2023 WASHINGTON, August 12 – Following is a statement from Eileen O’Reilly, president of the National Press Club, and Gil Klein, president of the National Press Club Journalism Institute, on the reported raid of the Marion County Record offices on Friday and seizure of reporting materials by local law enforcement authorities executing a … Continue reading National Press Club Condemns Raid of the Marion County Record.
The State of Florida Preempts Local Contracting Licenses. What Does This Mean to You? What’s Next?
Florida’s new laws (Florida HB 735 and HB 1383) regarding contractor licensing can be an extremely confusing series of legislative provisions, which may have unintended consequences to Indian River County homeowners. In 2021, the Florida legislature passed HB 735, which mandated the preemption of local contracting licenses to the state, prohibiting local municipalities from requiring licenses to perform … Continue reading The State of Florida Preempts Local Contracting Licenses. What Does This Mean to You? What’s Next?
George Floyd Was Dissed by Florida’s Curriculum.
Those new to studying history often think history and the past are the same thing. The past refers to an earlier time whereas history describes our attempts to research, study and explain it. To this end, Many Diaz, Florida Commissioner of Education (FDOE) recently made the following statement: "To uphold our exceptional standards, we must ensure our students and teachers have the highest quality … Continue reading George Floyd Was Dissed by Florida’s Curriculum.
Pelican Island Audubon Society, Vero Beach, FL Distributes over 15,800 Native Trees and Plants.
Over the past three years, the Pelican Island Audubon Society has distributed over 15,800 native plants and trees as part of the “100,000 Trees for Life/Plants for Birds” project. They offer free Live Oak, Bald Cypress, and Mahogany trees, which are native to Florida and support production of nectar, seeds, berries, and insects to attract birds and butterflies. In addition, … Continue reading Pelican Island Audubon Society, Vero Beach, FL Distributes over 15,800 Native Trees and Plants.
Kudos to State Senator Erin Grall, Voting Against SB 714.
Republican State Senator Erin Grall (District 54) stood up to Florida Senate Bill 714 on April 18 and voted no, voting to protect the property rights of her constituents. She had obviously drilled down into the restrictions SB 717 would impose on non-renters property rights. Tallahassee has again and again been trying to get local … Continue reading Kudos to State Senator Erin Grall, Voting Against SB 714.
How Florida SB714 Would Make Every House in Indian River County, FL Abide by the Same Occupancy Restrictions as Rental Houses.
The issue is that Florida Senate Bill 714 would impose short-term rental ordinances on all property owners rather than only on short-term property owners. It’s the wording “…that does not apply solely to vacation rentals; on SB lines 462, 463 and 418-420: a. The operation of the subject premises violates a 461 registration requirement authorized … Continue reading How Florida SB714 Would Make Every House in Indian River County, FL Abide by the Same Occupancy Restrictions as Rental Houses.
Misfortunate Incidents “Reported” Involving Moms for Liberty Across the Country.
Moms for Liberty Co-founders, Tiffany Justice and Tina Descovich This article has been updated. Please see bold italics below. Michigan, Pocono Daily The chairperson for the Monroe County, Pennsylvania chapter of notorious special-interest group Moms for Liberty has been issued a summary charge of harassment, court documents show. According to a court document, Nicole Marie Prussman, … Continue reading Misfortunate Incidents “Reported” Involving Moms for Liberty Across the Country.
27 South Beach Oceanfront Property Owners are Holding Out on the Sector 7 Beach and Dune Restoration Project, Vero Beach, FL.
Indian River County is seeking to obtain “perpetual” beach easements (Beach Management and Assessment Easement) from 90% of the property owners between Treasure Coast subdivision in the north and Floralton Beach subdivision in the south, for the county to begin their Sector 7 District Five beach nourishment project. The easement would allow access on the homeowner’s … Continue reading 27 South Beach Oceanfront Property Owners are Holding Out on the Sector 7 Beach and Dune Restoration Project, Vero Beach, FL.
Publication of Scholarly Articles. The Young Journalist.
FROM: Ashlee Kerr, Publisher tyjpublisher@gmail.com Liberty Magnet Elementary, Vero Beach We have recently published 72 articles by The Young Journalist's (TYJ) third, fourth and fifth grade students. There are 10 copies of 350 remaining. If you haven’t seen the students’ amazing work, be sure to reach out for a copy! TYJ student’s articles were written … Continue reading Publication of Scholarly Articles. The Young Journalist.
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