Storm Blows Sailboat Into Power Lines
A sailboat became tangled in overhead power lines near the Eau Gallie Causeway during Sunday’s severe storms. The owner remained aboard as heavy winds and waves battered the vessel before firefighters helped another person to safety. No injuries were reported, and the boat surprisingly, sustained little damage.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYYouth Lacrosse Coach Among Seven Arrested in Child Exploitation Sting
A Volusia County youth lacrosse coach is among seven men arrested in an undercover child exploitation operation. Deputies say 38 year old Robert James Rece of DeLeon Springs arranged to pay for sex with someone he believed was a 14 year old girl. All seven suspects face charges including traveling to meet a minor and […]
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Two people face charges after a Brevard County investigation into child sexual abuse material. Kelly Jamison is charged with two counts of possessing the material and one animal sexual activity charge. Michael Akins faces 10 possession counts. Deputies seized electronic devices near Port St. John.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYOperation Southern Slow Down Targets Speeders
Florida law enforcement agencies are stepping up patrols through Saturday as part of Operation Southern Slow Down. The campaign targets speeding and aggressive driving on interstates and local roads across five Southern states. Drivers exceeding 100 miles per hour, or traveling at least 50 miles per hour over the limit, may face arrest, jail time […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYPalm Bay Approves 2,360-Home Development
Palm Bay has approved Everlands West, a 2,360-home development planned on nearly 1,200 acres. More than 310 acres of wetlands will be preserved as part of the project. Construction is expected to continue in phases through 2036.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYLongtime Palm Bay Publix Closes for Redevelopment
The Publix at Palm Bay Center on Babcock Street has closed after nearly 50 years in business. The aging store will be demolished and replaced with a new Publix as part of a larger redevelopment project. Customers are being directed to nearby stores in Palm Bay, West Melbourne and Melbourne.
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