Florida bill could preempt cities from regulating Airbnb-style rentals
Brevard officials call the bill an overreach and say citizens complain about noise, littering and more around vacation homes
Seeking in-demand, stable, good paying career? Some say they’ve found answer
Demand for manufacturing workers is outpacing supply, local leaders say as they push to recruit more high schoolers and adults.
Gov Desantis promotes ‘opportunity zone’ tax incentives in Brevard’s poor communities
DeSantis promoted Florida economic development and the federal “opportunity zone” tax program
Two men charged after allegedly dumping bags in dumpsters near scene of homicide investigation
Melbourne Police Department is investigating the incident as a homicide and may press more charges.
Founder of decades-old Rockledge business Richard’s Paint Manufacturing Company dies at age 92
Edward Richard founded the company in 1953 with his wife Ruth. Community members and family remember him as a generous man of integrity.
For some shoplifters, Christmas marks the season of taking
Crowded conditions and unguarded valuables make crime easier for those with bad intentions.
After last minute agreement, Health First hospitals remain in Blue Cross Blue Shield network
The companies reached a last-minute agreement Friday, the same day the contract was set to expire.
Cocoa Beach will allow planned luxury resort to exceed current height restrictions
The city has granted a variance allowing the hotel developer to construct a 70-foot building despite current 45-foot limit
Satellite Beach amends city code to pave way for new hotel despite some dissent
Residents threaten legal action or recall petitions
Firefighters extinguish recreational vehicle fire threatening Titusville home
Area fire departments worked together to put out the blaze, which started at about 9 a.m. Saturday.
Despite rise of online shopping, local stores draw Black Friday crowds
Shoppers say they’re spending more online, but physical stores say business is good on Black Friday.
Starting your shopping early this Thanksgiving? You’re not alone.
It’s good news for retailers, but critics complain it cuts into family time. Stores depend on the season for 20% of sales.
In new patient safety ratings, Brevard County hospital grades drop
Nonprofit rating agency Leapfrog Group gave Holmes Regional Medical Center a D. The average score in Brevard County is lower this fall than the spring
Florida Blue threatens to drop Health First from network, but experts say it’s unlikely
Health First has asked for reimbursement rates much higher than those of similar healthcare systems, Florida Blue says.
Cocoa Beach police identify man shot and killed in motel room
Shawn McGraw, 46, a local resident, was shot at about 8:14 p.m. Tuesday. An investigation is ongoing.
Ron Jon Surf Shop to open in Disney Springs, hold opening celebration
The location will be Ron Jon’s 12th in the U.S. A ribbon cutting ceremony will be held Nov. 15
High-end Cocoa Beach resort could be ‘game changer’ for county, bring big business
A developer plans a nearly five-star beachfront resort that will evoke nostalgia with a modern, elegant finish. It could bring a new clientele to Brevard.
Health First ‘wellness villages’ follow broader industry trends — will they catch on?
Health First will soon construct three new health centers that provide more than just healthcare — and more than just extra business for their owner
Major UK travel company will use Orlando Melbourne airport as gateway for Central Florida flights
Flights will start in 2022. The airport plans to invest millions into terminal upgrades.
Cape Canaveral Hospital relocation: Loss of a landmark, hopeful future for healthcare and land
No plan is in store for the current site of Cape Canaveral Hospital. Residents say they’ll mourn the landmark hospital, while others eye the land.