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Local students help four-legged friends find homes
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BREVARD - With a pet rabbit and a 4-year-old beagle, named "Hank," at home, Cameron Rowell, 12, knows what responsible pet ownership is all about. And for the past year, Cameron and more than 300 of his peers have shared their love and knowledge ...
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From students to skilled workers
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BREVARD - In a continuing effort to provide the area with a highly skilled workforce, Brevard Community College will add four new degree and certificate programs to its lineup in 2013. The associate of science degree in cyber security and the associate of sc...
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Issue of incorporation leaves island divided
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Conflicting views on the topic of Merritt Island's incorporation could leave the area's residents divided, Commissioner Andy Anderson said at a May 15 Brevard County commission meeting. "It's an unfortunate situation, but you're going to have a split, and I hate to see that ...
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Just for kicks!
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Warren Santos, 11, of Melbourne, shows some kicking power while winning the 11 and younger, non-black belt weapons division at the Family Tae Kwon-Do Florida Cup Tournament held at Holy Trinity Episcopal High School in Melbourne Saturday, May 19. Warren's weapons of choice were the nunchakus. ...
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Tsunami girls first to compete in Final Four
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MELBOURNE BEACH - Don't let their ages fool you: When it comes to soccer, these young girls are as fierce as they are talented. And they've made that easy to see this season, after making it all the way to the Florida State Cup Final Four girls soccer tournament at the ...
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Catchin' some critters
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Juliana Martinez, 9, of Indian Harbour Beach, searches for small critters to catch in the Indian River Lagoon, while attending the 'Once Upon a Barrier Island' celebration Saturday, May 12. The Barrier Island Center celebrated its fourth anniversary by providing guided hikes, free kayaking, eco-art and environmenta...
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Yacht manufacturer to boost Brevard's economy
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MERRITT ISLAND - A luxury yacht retailer recently announced its move to Brevard, and an estimated 220 jobs over the next two years could follow in its wake. Miami-based Bertram Yacht, a premium sport-fishing yacht designer and manufacturer, will move its...
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Florida, Brevard gear up for fall elections
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BREVARD - It's that time of year again, as candidates and municipalities throughout the Space Coast prepare for the upcoming election season. And as the bridge between the people of Brevard and each political race, the Brevard County Supervisor of Elections' Office is doing its ...
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Local chefs head back to their roots
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BREVARD - Dating back to his early childhood, Bill Farina has memories of his mother spending Christmas Day cooking up one of the family's favorite recipes - homemade manicotti. "Even now, walking in her kitchen and smelling that dish in the oven, reminds me of when I was a kid," he said. "It's something that has always stuck with me." ...
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Motive remains undetermined in Port St. John tragedy
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PORT ST. JOHN - Reports released by the Florida Department of Children and Families reveal a history of violence within the Port St. John family that died May 15, after 33-year-old Tonya Thomas gunned down her four children: Pebbles Johnson, 17; Jaxs Johnso...
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Tae Can-Do
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Michael McCarthy, 7, of Melbourne proudly stands with his trophies he won in the 6-to-7-year-old intermediate division at the Family Tae Kwon-Do Florida Cup Tournament, held at Holy Trinity Episcopal High School in Melbourne Saturday, May 19. Michael won first place trophies in Sparring and Forms and a second place...
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Heroes and villains for all ages
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MELBOURNE - With 'The Avengers' movie out in theaters, the comic book world and all things superheroes and villains has come to another peak. For those around the world who have found they want more from characters like 'Thor' and 'Iron Man,' local game an...
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Organization aims to offer assistance to animals
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COCOA - For some people, the costs of medical care can be overwhelming. When their four-legged friends are in need of treatment, the same applies. "Financial strife can happen to anyone, despite your situation," said veterinarian Donna Ragona, who owns the...
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Veterans salute
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Barbara Ward of Palm Bay, Heritage High School JROTC member Michael Casillas, 17, and Boy Scout Federico Thonen, 12, of Palm Bay, place a flag at the grave and salute a fallen soldier during Armed Forces Day at Fountainhead Memorial Gardens in Palm Bay Saturday, May 19. Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and JROTC members wor...
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A festive finish
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Nicolette Pasvantis of Palm Bay accepts her lei and trophy from Michele Birdwell of Melbourne Beach at the award ceremony for the ninth annual 'Run for the Gecko Hawaiian Luau 5K' at Wickham Park Pavilion Saturday, May 12. Ms. Pasvantis won second place in her 20-24 age category....
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Four burglary suspects arrested
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MARTIN COUNTY - What started out last week as a traffic stop in Martin County ended up with a chase and the arrest of four suspects in a Melbourne Village jewelry burglary, authorities said. Arrested and charged were: . Tyrone Tyler Wright Jr., 20, 10985 Royal Palm Blvd., Coral Springs, for burglary, gran...
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Local musician receives humanity award
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PALM BAY - When Courtney Robb grew up in Jamaica and started playing piano, it led him through a music career and most recently to receive an "Outstanding Career Serving Humanity Award" in New York. Mr. Robb, a Palm Bay resident, started his musical career when he was 12, playing in Excelsior High School band. ...
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The roses are red again
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PALM BAY - The staff at the Palm Bay Public Library had their efforts plucked from the ground last month, after an attempt to honor their lost loved ones. On April 23, as part of a team-building exercise and to help improve the library's grounds, the staff...
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A fiddler on the roof?
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Alyssa Gorewitz, 14, of Indian Harbour Beach and Oliver Burris, 16, of Viera skate together in the senior Theatre on Ice performance of 'Fiddler on the Roof' during the Space Coast Iceplex's Mother's Day recital Sunday, May 13 in Rockledge....
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Correction
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The May 18 article about the Space Coast Sports Hall-of-Fame event contained an error. The sponsoring company should have been referred to as "Maverick Multimedia." Hometown News regrets the error....
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