Biological science doctoral students at Florida Atlantic University at Harbor Branch Treasure Coast campus have worked around the clock to gather marshland plant and animal samples from various gulf coast locations before crude oil hit the barrier islands and beaches. Now that oil has fouled the beaches in many gulf locations, the students will continue to monitor the environmental effects of the spill to help with restoration process. The impact of the oil spill is devastating the Gulf coast on so many levels, from ecology to tourism, all affecting people’s livelihoods.
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By ginnymitchell · Comments (0)
Monday,
June
28th,
2010
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Tuesday,
June
22nd,
2010
Eight students from the Vero Beach / Treasure Coast FL area qualified at the Florida State Science Fair to compete with students from 60 nations around the world at the Intel International Science Fair held in San Jose, California. Kirk Henf from Sebastian River High School and Stephanie Hoskins from Lincoln Park Academy both earned 3rd place awards, Henf in the biochemistry division, and Hoskins in microbiology. Congratulations to all of the students and teacher / mentors who participated at this impressive level of accomplishment.
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By ginnymitchell · Comments (0)
Saturday,
June
19th,
2010
Florida 3rd grade students, including the Vero Beach area, recently received FCAT test results that will determine their promotion to 4th grade. Indian River County students improved slightly with 74% of 3rd grade students reading at or above grade level reading competency. and 86% scored well enough to pass the test. Student math scores are reported but do not determine promotion. Students who did not pass are offered free intensive reading summer sessions and another chance to pass the test. There are some special exceptions for students who demonstrate competency on other tests or students with disabilities who have received the additional remediation but still cannot pass. Several area schools showed improvements with Beachland scoring 93% of students passing, Osceola with 97% passing, and Fellsmere with 83% passing.
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Thursday,
June
10th,
2010
Vero Beach Area Real Estate Market Update
On the Barrier Island house sales dropped slightly from the previous month and from May 2010. However, on the bright side 9 of the 22 house that sold were over $1,000,000 with two ocean front homes, which were in poor condition, selling for just over $1,000,000. There was one bank owned oceanfront home (estate) that sold for $8,800,000 on South A1A. Bargains like these are still available and will help hold the house sales on the island at a respectable level through the following normally slow months. At the other end of the sales, there was one home in central beach on Dahlia that sold for $260,000.
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By Ginny Mitchell · Comments (0)
Thursday,
June
3rd,
2010
Rental properties and homes for sale in Vero Beach provide a great opportunity for those who want to live in this wonderful, vibrant city, and many area residents take advantage of both housing options. However, one of the most common questions that arise regarding the Vero Beach and Florida real estate landscape is just how beneficial it is to buy a home rather than rent one.
The question is a good one in today’s real estate market. While buying a house was once lauded as the best choice for people of all backgrounds, the truth is that buying a home is a big investment that takes time, preparation, and careful planning.
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On Friday, May 28, 2010, former SEALS who gave their lives in service to their country have been honored with the ceremonial dedication of a bronze statue of a larger than life size SEAL, which stands for Sea, Air, and Land, where these highly trained men trained and served. The National NDT-SEAL museum, located on North Hutchinson Island, Florida draws thousands of visitors who visit the exhibits and special demonstration programs.
Dignitaries and Members of Public Attend Dedication
Color Guard Dedication of SEAL Statue
Statue Honors Fallen SEALS
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