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When the only full-service high-end appliance company in Brevard closed its doors in 2005, Tom Capritta, founder and owner of Capritta Appliance and Air Conditioning, moved quickly to fill this untapped space in the market. The following year, his state-of-the-art…
In Brevard County, life’s a beach with 72 miles of coastline to enjoy. No matter what your perfect “beach day” consists of- you can find it at one of Brevard’s beaches- whether an idyllic day enjoying nature or people watching…
By: Vanessa Billingsley Some men and women are able to live flourishing, healthy lives by diligently engaging in diet, vitamin and mineral supplementation, and exercise programs. However, some of us experience that despite our attentive efforts to age gracefully, hormones…
Active senior community promotes ‘The Art of Living Well’ A decorative wall piece that reads “Just Another Day in Paradise” greets residents and guests each time they enter the main lobby of The Fountains. While on the surface this expression…
Pregnancy is not the time to seek to improve your fitness level or venture into new fitness territory. It is an important time to keep fit and healthy for you and your baby. Exercise relieves stress, keeps muscles strong, and…
For Ivan Vasquez, it was about serving his country, joining the Home Land Security Border Patrol was his dream. But to be involved in this particular division of the military he was required to have at least 20/80 vision without…
Space Coast Moms Demonstrate Compassion, Courage and Community Service By Michelle Salyer Browse any greeting card stand this month and praise for mothers is effusive—cards for moms, stepmothers, mother figures, and grandmothers. You’ll see cards from children, stepchildren, sons- and…
Brevard County high school seniors show they’ve got what it takes to succeed In a couple of weeks hundreds of caps will be tossed in the air at high school graduation ceremonies all over the Space Coast. As the intrepid…
Our readers have spoken and here’s what they selected as their top 40 favorites on the Space Coast 1. Favorite seafood restaurant Chart House, Melbourne 2. Best “singles scene” Main Street Pub, Downtown Melbourne 3. Favorite bar/lounge World of Beer,…
Melbourne Art Festival | April 24-25, 2010 Each year, Space Coast residents hope for a warm, beautiful weekend for the Melbourne Art Festival, a nationally recognized event held annually in historic downtown Melbourne. The Melbourne Art Festival 5K Flamingo Run…
They called them “Victory Gardens” and everyone had one during and post World War II. They were plots of land in city backyards planted with anything that would grow and the yield was shared with neighbors. I remember gathering in…
Fifty of our favorite people, places and things here on the Space Coast Raise Your Glass Florida Beer Company, formerly the Indian River Brewing Company, it is the largest craft brewer in Florida. You may have passed the production brewery…
Melbourne High School Graduate Dr. Jay Threadgill, Pastor of Church on the Rock, is working tirelessly to assist people in the earthquake-ravaged region The physical and emotional devastation in Port-Au-Prince is beyond belief, but those who worked to bring hope…
With so many great places to eat in Brevard County, we are bound to find ourselves out to eat with family and friends. Most of us try to enjoy a good meal, without entirely thwarting our attempt to lead a…
Still a family affair – and still Brevard’s specialty food specialist – after 34 years. Back in 1975, Brevard County really did not have a lot when it came to gourmet foods, meat counters that offered more than the average…