Deputy Crashes Car While Viewing Porn On Phone
A Florida Sheriff’s deputy has resigned after an internal investigation revealed he crashed into a car while distracted by explicit photographs. Tristan Macomber was a deputy with the Lake County Sheriff’s Office. He first claimed faulty brakes caused the crash, but body camera footage did him in. The images showed he was looking at pornographic […]
Read MoreMacy’s Announces Sweeping Closures – No Brevard Stores On The List
Macy’s is closing 66 stores across the country, including seven here in Florida, as part of its “Bold New Chapter” strategy. None of the stores on the list so far are in Brevard County. Clearance sales at the affected locations begin this month and will last up to 12 weeks. The company says the closures […]
Read MoreFlorida Fish And Wildlife Conservation Commission Debuts New APP
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has launched the DECKEE app, designed to enhance boater safety. The free mobile app offers detailed maps, personalized checklists, boating forecasts, and real-time location sharing to keep boaters informed and safe on the water. It’s available for both Apple and Android devices.
Read MoreMajor Citrus Producer Tosses In The Towel – Says Growing Citrus In Florida “Economically Unfeasible”
Alico Inc., a major Florida citrus grower, announced it will end its citrus operations after this year’s harvest, citing damage from hurricanes and tree diseases. The company says the decision comes after its citrus production dropped by 73% over the past decade. They say hurricanes combined with citrus greening disease, made growing citrus economically unfeasible. […]
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Another New License Plate Closer To Reality In Florida
Florida’s new Margaritaville specialty license plate is nearly halfway to its goal. With 1,975 pre-sale vouchers sold, it needs just 1,025 more to hit the 3,000 mark and begin production. Proceeds will benefit “Singing for Change,” supporting disaster recovery efforts.
Read MoreSnake Catchers Wanted
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is urging everyone to join the fight against invasive Burmese pythons in South Florida through the Python Patrol program. The initiative offers free training, teaching participants how to safely capture and report pythons. The next virtual session is set for January 16, with additional in-person workshops available upon […]
Read MoreToday Is The FEMA Assistance Deadline
Today is the deadline for Florida residents affected by hurricanes Helene and Milton to apply for FEMA assistance. Homeowners and renters have only until the end of the day today to submit applications for aid. Residents can register at Disaster Recovery Centers in Central Florida or apply online via www.DisasterAssistance.gov. Additional assistance is available by […]
Read MoreMove Afoot To Make The Flamingo The Florida State Bird
Florida lawmakers are once again pushing to change the state bird. A proposal has been made to make the American flamingo the official state bird, replacing the mockingbird, which has held the title since 1927. The bill also designates the Florida scrub-jay as the state songbird. American flamingos, often seen in the Everglades and Keys, […]
Read MoreBundle Up!
A series of cold fronts is set to bring below-normal temperatures and winter storms across much of the nation, including right here in Brevard County over the next two weeks. Starting Saturday, our high temperatures will dip into the 50s. Believe it or not, some forecasts say we could even see a few snow flurries […]
Read MoreFormer Governor MacKay Passes At 91
Former Florida Governor Buddy MacKay has passed away at the age of 91. MacKay, who briefly served as governor in 1998 after the death of Governor Lawton Chiles, was known for his role as Chiles’ lieutenant governor and his long career in public service. He also ran for governor and U.S. Senate, though he was […]
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