Archive for April 5th, 2008

Afternoon showers return this weekend

Saturday, April 5th, 2008
Thunderstorms are forecast this afternoon.

Soak up nature through course

Saturday, April 5th, 2008
The Florida Master Naturalist Program offers locals a chance to learn about nature and become a coastal systems naturalist, which could lead to volunteerism or jobs at parks.

Long waits for home repairs

Saturday, April 5th, 2008
Viola Major waited seven years to get a new home in Cocoa under a federal program that provides money for home repairs and replacements. She is one of the people who are willing to wait years for assistance, as the waiting lists grow.

‘Best’ beaches or bust

Saturday, April 5th, 2008
Mention on a top 10 list of beaches brings big tourist bucks. But the honor often eludes the Space Coast, despite 72 miles of beach and attractions few others can boast. Sea turtles and sea beans abound.

Allstate frozen out of Florida

Saturday, April 5th, 2008
A court ruled Florida regulators can freeze Allstate out of writing new insurance policies.

Judge, clerk of court spar over bail funds

Saturday, April 5th, 2008
Deducting court costs, fines and fees from third party cash bonds after a person is convicted remains an unresolved issue for at least one judge.

Homicide rate climbs in Brevard

Saturday, April 5th, 2008
Brevard County's crime rate in 2007 stayed the same as the year before, but the number of homicides climbed significantly.

Cities try to bridge divide over water

Saturday, April 5th, 2008
A Melbourne councilman has proposed a plan to forge a settlement in a water dispute with West Melbourne.

Deputies bust 2 grow houses, arrest 4 suspects

Saturday, April 5th, 2008
The sheriff's office busts more marijuana grow houses in Brevard.