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Brevard County libraries provide free flood cleanup kits to residents

Brevard County residents can get free flood cleanup kits from the American Red Cross at four local public libraries.

Brevard County, FL · 16h

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Hundreds turn out to celebrate veteran who turns 100 on Veterans Day

GRANT-VALKARIA, Fla. — The Italian Fisherman off U.S. Highway 1 in Grant-Valkaria was the site of a double celebration on Wednesday, its regular tribute for veterans and a 100th birthday celebration on Veterans Day for a Brevard County man who served the country in World War II. The restaurant...

Grant-Valkaria, FL · 1d
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Sedgewood Circle resident faces displacement after devastating flood

Following recent heavy rainfall, residents of Sedgewood Circle face significant property damage and mold growth.

Brevard County, FL · 1d

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OCPS faces 37,000 empty seats as district rethinks future

ORLANDO, Fla. — Declining enrollment numbers have leaders at Orange County Public Schools rethinking how they will run the district in the future. OCPS has almost 37,000 empty seats right now, and district leaders say they may need to close more schools in the future. Enrollment at Lake Gem...

Orange County, FL · 2d
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St. Cloud Mobile Home Park residents report months of water pressure problems

ST. CLOUD, Fla. — Residents at St. Cloud Mobile Home Park say they have been dealing with water outages and inconsistent water pressure for more than two months, with some saying the issues have disrupted basic daily tasks such as flushing toilets, washing dishes, and showering. The property is...

St Cloud, FL · 2d

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Orange County Moves to Raze Kaley Street Shelter Site as Homeless Count Nears 2,000

Orange County commissioners voted 5-1 to move toward demolishing the former Work Release Center on Kaley Street, a 57,000-square-foot building once considered for use as a homeless shelter. The action leaves the site's future use unresolved: the county has no current plan for what would replace the structure. The vote...

Orange County, FL · 1d

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Orange County votes to demolish former work release center despite shelter advocates’ push to save it

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Orange County commissioners voted Tuesday to demolish the former work release center on West Kaley Street, a decision that disappointed advocates who say the closed building could still be used to help people experiencing homelessness. The vote passed 5-1 during a county commission meeting.Support Orlando...

Orange County, FL · 1d

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Coast-to-coast Florida bike ride raises money for veteran wishes

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — Army veteran Patrick Manning rode nearly 250 miles across Florida to raise money and awareness for the Denis V. Cooper Foundation, a nonprofit that grants wishes for veterans in Sarasota and Manatee counties. Manning’s ride began at the St. Pete Pier and ended four days...

Florida · 16h

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Ovation Orlando Moves Forward in Kissimmee with Major Hotel Acquisition, New Renderings and Plans for Massive Entertainment District

KISSIMMEE, Fla. — One of Osceola County’s largest proposed entertainment and hospitality developments is moving forward, as developers behind Ovation Orlando have acquired a neighboring 718-room Marriott hotel and unveiled new renderings of a massive shopping, dining and entertainment destination near Walt Disney World. South Florida-based real estate...

Kissimmee, FL · 1d

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Central Florida cities, counties grapple with consequences of Amendment 3

Florida voters passed Amendment 3 last week, effectively slashing property taxes for homeowners and billions of dollars of revenue for local governments. Now, cities and counties are grappling with million-dollar cuts and new revenue streams. Local governments in Central Florida are facing about $10 billion in lost revenue over the...

Brevard County, FL · 2d

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City of Sebastian to kick off holiday season with tree lighting, Santa selfies and Christmas parade

SEBASTIAN — The City of Sebastian will launch its holiday season next week with a tree-lighting ceremony and photo opportunities with Santa and the Grinch at Riverview Park, followed by the annual Christmas parade Dec. 5. Holiday Tree Lighting & Selfies with Santa & the Grinch. The Holiday Tree...

Sebastian, FL · 20h

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Enrollment drops leave 46 Orange County elementary schools below capacity

Orange County Public Schools faces declining enrollment with 46 elementary schools now operating below capacity.

Orange County, FL · 1d

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City of Melbourne Announces Debris Removal in Flood-Impacted Areas

The City of Melbourne’s disaster debris removal contractor will begin collecting flood-related debris from homes within the Melbourne city limits. Beginning Friday, November 13, curbside collection will be available to flood-impacted residents only. Residents are asked to be patient as crews work through the affected neighborhoods, which we expect will take several days.

Melbourne, FL · 1d

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Students face new AI rules at Central Florida schools

A new school policy requires students to get teacher approval before using AI on district-sanctioned platforms.

Orange County, FL · 20h

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Osceola County celebrates Veterans Day 2026

Despite being several years removed from an unofficial end of the Global War on Terror, and somewhat unpopular ongoing attacks of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Veterans Day was widely and enthusiastically celebrated across Osceola County on Saturday. The St. Cloud Veterans Day parade started at 10 a.m. at the...

Osceola County, FL · 1d

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St. Cloud fee study shows city losing money on planning, zoning approvals

ST. CLOUD, Fla. – St. Cloud is already losing money on planning and zoning fees — and that was before Amendment 3 was approved by voters. A community development fee study, requested by the city in October 2024 and completed by Raftelis — a consultant specializing in local government and utility management — found that St. Cloud’s rapid growth has outpaced its fee structure.

St Cloud, FL · 1d

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Sebastian weighs options for septic-to-sewer deadline

SEBASTIAN — The city of Sebastian is looking for a more affordable way to comply with a state law requiring thousands of properties to connect to sewer or upgrade their septic systems by 2030. House Bill 1379 requires new septic systems in designated areas to meet enhanced nitrogen-reduction standards....

Sebastian, FL · 3d

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Palm Bay flood debris collection begins Saturday

PALM BAY, Fla. — Palm Bay will begin removing flood-damaged debris Saturday as residents continue clearing water-soaked furniture, sheetrock and household items from their homes. On Badger Street, piles of damaged belongings line the curb after several feet of water entered homes during the flooding. Residents said they are...

Palm Bay, FL · 11h

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Cleveland Clinic Plans Standalone ERs in Sebastian, Vero Beach

Cleveland Clinic plans two standalone emergency rooms in Indian River County Sites are in Sebastian and on Oslo Road in South County, with a target opening in early 2028 The plans surfaced as county leaders weigh a possible third hospital Cleveland Clinic plans to open two freestanding emergency departments in Indian River County in early […] The post Cleveland Clinic Plans Standalone ERs in Sebastian, Vero Beach appeared first on TreasureCoast.com .

Vero Beach, FL · 15h

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Florida’s power grid set for a 300 MW clean energy boost from four new solar sites

Four projects across Florida counties would expand the southern state's renewable portfolio by mid-2028.

Florida · 1d