Archive for February 13th, 2008

3 Brevard dogs win Best of Breed at Westminster

Wednesday, February 13th, 2008
Dog owners from Brevard weren't saddened by falling short of the top award. After all, only one a year gets to be the Best In Show.

Dad hopes court can save shocked teen

Wednesday, February 13th, 2008
The parents of a former Palm Bay student involved in a school fight that ended with police twice using a stun gun to subdue him hope an upcoming court date helps restore order to the life of a teen they say has spiraled out of control.

Tornado rips roof off condo in Cocoa Beach

Wednesday, February 13th, 2008
A storm system that sent a tornado through Cocoa Beach destroyed the roof of a condo but spared its residents and the rest of Brevard.

Titusville says court move not necessary

Wednesday, February 13th, 2008
Council members fearful of economic impact of losing some court cases to Viera.

The Big Squeeze gets squashed

Wednesday, February 13th, 2008
For the first time in eight years, the Big Squeeze, the state's citrus festival, has been canceled in Palm Bay.

Officials to move homeless from lot

Wednesday, February 13th, 2008
Facing a deadline and possible legal action, a retired Brevard County judge signed an affidavit Tuesday allowing law enforcement to remove trespassers from his land.

5 killed in 4 days on Brevard roads

Wednesday, February 13th, 2008
An intense four-day period of traffic accidents left five people dead in Brevard County.

Technology raises severe storm stats

Wednesday, February 13th, 2008
The number of tornadoes and thunderstorms strong enough to cause death, injuries or significant property damage rose over the decades. But experts are quick to point out the increase more likely came from more accurate reporting, better technology and population increases than atmospheric changes.

County reviews its land policies

Wednesday, February 13th, 2008
After a five-hour workshop Tuesday, Brevard County commissioners decided to resume negotiations for environmentally sensitive land while working to improve the process for vetting property appraisals.

Tiger case can continue

Wednesday, February 13th, 2008
Disputed tiger owner Ray Thunderhawk has 10 days to re-file his lawsuit against those he claims stole his animals.