November 11, 2021
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Shelling out relief
A single oyster can filter 30-50 gallons of polluted water in a day, a tiny clam, as much as 25 gallons.
November 11, 2021
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Claws for celebration
There’s nothing more satisfying than sitting down and enjoying stone crabs that were caught the same day.
November 11, 2021
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A magical time to share traditions or visit new ones
Although Christmas in Florida is different than the snow-covered Christmases many people know in the north, holidays here aren’t without their traditions.
October 9, 2021
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About face
About face Evolving cosmetic procedures help keep Father Time at bay Christi Adams of Melbourne Beach appreciates the refreshed look she gets from aesthetic procedures. HEALTH FIRST Time marches on, often tromping faces in the process. Fortunately for those eager...
October 9, 2021
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Paddle power
Paddle power Karen McLaughlin, left, owner of Karen’s Kayaks, launches one of her eco tours out of Honest John’s Fish Camp, off A1A in south Melbourne Beach, where, she says, there is more marine life and the lagoon’s water quality...
October 8, 2021
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Planting the seeds
Planting the seeds Thacker's relaxed atmosphere and open-air classroom attracts families every Monday afternoon at Banana River Yard in Satellite Beach. MICHAEL R. BROWN PHOTOS Nursery’s innovative program cultivates future nature lovers By Cynthia Van Gaasbeck Catherine Chickowski bites through...
October 8, 2021
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It’s all the buzz
It’s all the buzz Kontnik and Sorensen collect plenty of honey from their single hive and like to share it with neighbors and friends. FRED MAYS Backyard beekeeping can be a honey of a hobby Have you checked the price...
October 8, 2021
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Toast to the town
Toast to the town Oceanside Distillery, which produces four kinds of liquor, officially opened May 27. STEVEN R. HICKS PHOTOS New Cape Canaveral distillery pays homage to its local roots The story of Brevard’s first spirits distillery doesn’t include 100-year-old...
October 7, 2021
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Heartfelt renovation
Volunteers labor for years to preserve home of a remarkable pioneer
September 15, 2021
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Bahamian bowlful
A combination of conch, spices and vegetables makes for a delicious chowder
September 11, 2021
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Battle isn’t over
Battle isn’t over County health and medical personnel believe the best way to avoid the coronavirus is to follow CDC mask protocol and get vaccinated. HEALTH FIRST Medical, safety communities ramp up response as coronavirus cases rise On June 19,...
September 10, 2021
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Art museum closes doors, transfers collections
Art museum closes doors, transfers collections JASON HOOK It has been a prolonged process, but the Foosaner Art Museum in the Eau Gallie art district of Melbourne closed at the end of July. It took more than a year to...
September 10, 2021
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Struggling to survive
Struggling to survive Turkey buzzards scavenge carcasses of dead manatees in the Indian River Lagoon. Many of them are starving to death because of the lack of seagrass. PHIL STASIK Manatees starving to death in unprecedented numbers This year has...