by Craig Chapman Ever wanted to try your hand at making authentic Indian cuisine? Do you think sushi is only something you can get at a restaurant? Ever wanted to make you very own fresh pasta? Here’s your chance! A…
The entrepreneurial spirit is alive and thriving in Brevard County, Fla. and an amazing new segment of these startups are food focused businesses. Over the past decade, Americans have begun to shift their focus back to their local roots, supporting…
Est. September 2015 Peter and Kerry Pappas, owners “We’re a retail store specializing in comics and pop culture. We sell new comics and graphic novels with a large selection of classic collectible comics along with toys, board games and unique…
By Rebecca Barrack You won’t find Mark Peters searching for any spotlight and you won’t find him out seeking his 15 minutes of fame. No, you’ll find the 2016 Brevard County Teacher of the Year right where he always is…
The Scott Center for Autism Treatment Offers Resources for Local Parents and Children About 1 in 68 children has been identified with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) according to estimates from Center for Disease Control’s Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring…
Departments Upfront: Bridges 60th Anniversary Luncheon Family: Pinwheels for Prevention Health: Helping Families Living with Autism Featured Profile: Suzy Fleming Leonard Travel: Dining at Disney Education: Swing for the Fences Neighborhood Business: Viera Comics Features What A Difference Food Makes…
By Craig Chapman Have you always wanted to have your own home garden, chock full of fresh vegetables, fruits and herbs but lack a green thumb? Same here, so we reached out to Christi Brown, owner of Violets in Bloom…
April is Child Abuse Awareness month and several local organizations are teaming up again to put a whimsical childhood symbol on display to increase recognition for children and families. The Pinwheels for Prevention campaign is a national movement designed to…
Bridges is celebrating 60 years of providing quality programs and services to individuals with disabilities in the Brevard community. The organization provides highly specialized programs for individuals with intellectual, physical and developmental disabilities, as well as providing employment and job…
Food and Dining Writer, FLORIDA TODAY The Space Coast’s food expert, Suzy Fleming Leonard, dishes on her favorite food, why she loves her work and more. Q: What do you like best about being a journalist? A: “Everyone has an…
The Mouse House, as Disney is affectionately called, is not just a magical place for children. You might be surprised to learn there are upscale options when dining at Disney. Adults may even find that their favorite part is the…
By Craig Chapman The revival of the art of craft cocktails has been alive and thriving for quite some time now. Gone are the days of simple rum and sodas or over-processed, syrupy juices used to create a cheap apple…
By Ian Hunter and Craig Chapman The benefits of community gardens are endless: reduction of greenhouse gases, local economic benefits, increased property values, the opportunity to teach new job skills to people, bringing fresh food in to areas that are…
Husband, Father and Pioneer in Plastic Surgery At home and outside of his four plastic surgery centers, Dr. Roger Bassin could be any Space Coast husband and father, helping his son fix one of his toys or doting on his…
It’s that time of year when everything in your closet just seems drab. But instead of investing in a new wardrobe, try dressing up your closet. By getting organized and sprucing up a little, you’ll get a fresh perspective and…