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‘Takes a team to keep it clean:’ Volunteers for Saturday Brevard County beach cleanup
Read full article: ‘Takes a team to keep it clean:’ Volunteers for Saturday Brevard County beach cleanupTo celebrate International Coastal Cleanup Day Saturday, Keep Brevard Beautiful is looking for more volunteers to get results picking up trash at popular parks.
The Brevard Zoo plays an integral role in Indian River Lagoon restoration
Read full article: The Brevard Zoo plays an integral role in Indian River Lagoon restorationThe Brevard Zoo is a draw for visitors from across Central Florida. But one of the zoo’s core missions is to make a difference closer to home. A portion of every ticket sold goes toward the Restore Our Shores program.
Melbourne Orlando International Airport helps local economy take flight
Read full article: Melbourne Orlando International Airport helps local economy take flightFifteen years ago, when the housing market crashed and the Space Shuttle program was coming to an end, there were real concerns about the future in Melbourne.
12 downtown Melbourne security cameras now in use following crime, homeless concerns
Read full article: 12 downtown Melbourne security cameras now in use following crime, homeless concernsOne of the major stories in Melbourne over the last few years has been safety downtown. Now, more than $100,000 has been spent on a dozen new security cameras.
‘We have a homeless problem:’ What is Melbourne doing about it?
Read full article: ‘We have a homeless problem:’ What is Melbourne doing about it?News 6 viewers said the number of homeless people on the streets of Melbourne has risen over the last few years, and they are concerned about what is being done about it.
Safety plans derailed: Melbourne, Florida East Coast Railway clash over crossing upgrades
Read full article: Safety plans derailed: Melbourne, Florida East Coast Railway clash over crossing upgradesTensions are rising in Melbourne as the city tangles with Florida East Coast Railway (FEC) over proposed safety upgrades at local train crossings.
This Melbourne food pantry has been getting results for more than 50 years
Read full article: This Melbourne food pantry has been getting results for more than 50 yearsThe South Brevard Sharing Center has a long history of helping those in need. The nonprofit on Hibiscus Boulevard traces its beginnings to 1971. That’s more than 50 years in Melbourne, Florida.
Melbourne High School to become 1st in Brevard district to test new metal detectors
Read full article: Melbourne High School to become 1st in Brevard district to test new metal detectorsMelbourne High School will be the first public school in Brevard County to test out new metal detectors for students.
Melbourne family faces $12K electric bill after meter tampering
Read full article: Melbourne family faces $12K electric bill after meter tamperingA Melbourne family has been stuck with a $12,000 electric bill after their power company discovered someone had tampered with their meter limiting how much usage was being reported.
Melbourne mayor updates ‘quiet zone’ plan amid constant train horns
Read full article: Melbourne mayor updates ‘quiet zone’ plan amid constant train hornsUpgrades must be made to railroad crossings in areas that the city of Melbourne wishes to designate as quiet zones, according to Mayor Paul Alfrey.