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Class 7A, District 4 football: Winter Park, Timber Creek, Boone reunite
Coaches at Boone, Timber Creek and Winter Park have been around for a long time. Jimmy Buckridge (Timber Creek) is in Year 24 at the school. It’s the 18th year for Tim Shifflet (Winter Park). And Andy Johnson (Boone) enters Year 11 after coaching Freedom for seven years. They’ve played against each other for years and 2024 is no different. Well, slightly different. Realignment for this season ...
7A District 3 football: Lake Mary vs. Sanford Seminole rivalry heats up
The Lake Mary vs. Sanford Seminole high school rivalry pits neighboring teams against each other with an embedded dislike. The temperature on the heated rivalry has turned up even higher in recent seasons because the outcomes have determined the state playoff picture for proud programs. Last year, Seminole forced Lake Mary into a first-round playoff road game by knocking off the Rams in the ...
Traffic Advisory: Multi-Vehicle Accident on Alafaya Trail Disrupts Oviedo Commute, One Hospitalized
An auto incident involving three vehicles disrupted traffic this morning in Oviedo, with emergency services responding to the scene, as the Oviedo Fire Department reported on social media. According to their post, the accident on Northbound Alafaya Trail at Chapman Road resulted in injuries and prompted the transportation of one individual to HCA Florida Healthcare Munroe Hospital under a trauma alert.
Best high school football team in Volusia-Flagler area? Vote in our fan poll
The News-Journal released its high school football preseason power rankings Sunday. It’s Spruce Creek on top, Mainland just behind at No. 2, with University, DeLand and Flagler Palm Coast rounding out the top five — at least for right now. The FHSAA regular season starts later this week. ...
Port Orange woman tried to kill ex-boyfriend who was hoping to rekindle relationship
A Port Orange woman was arrested for trying to run over her ex-boyfriend who had hopes of rekindling their relationship, police said. Jamie Hale, 48, was charged with attempted felony murder, two counts of possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, and possession of cocaine. She was in the Volusia County...
Mecum Auctions to Showcase Steve McQueen’s 1970 Porsche 917K Hero Car from 'Le Mans'
It will be the headline in January. Mecum Auctions has just announced that the iconic 1970 Porsche 917K, famously driven by Steve McQueen in the 1971 film "Le Mans," will be the headline offering at their upcoming Kissimmee 2025 event. This legendary car, known as the "Hero Car" from the movie, is set to draw significant attention when it crosses the auction block in January at The World’s Largest Collector Car Auction® in Kissimmee, Florida.
New “Thank a Teacher” program spotlights special educators and awards them $250
OCALA, FL (352today.com) – It’s more than an apple for the teacher, it’s a way to say thanks. HCA Florida Ocala Hospital and HCA West Marion Hospital and the Public Education Foundation of Marion County (PEFMC) are doing something to recognize teachers for their dedication and commitment to education, through the launch of the Thank a Teacher program.
Orlando family mourns loss of beloved wife, mom, daughter, firefighter following cancer battle
ORLANDO, Fla. - An Orlando family is navigating a path forward after a beloved wife, mother, and firefighter passed away from cancer. Experts say rare and aggressive cancers like the one Amanda Adams had are becoming more common in firefighters. The State of Florida is taking steps to protect families affected by these diseases.
Police: No firearm on person questioned after reports of armed man in Palm Bay store
A heavy police presence was reported in and around a Malabar Road shopping Plaza near Interstate 95 early Tuesday after reports of an armed man seen lurking in a hardware store. The man, however, was located and questioned a short time later, but was unarmed. Palm Bay police began getting calls at about...
Primary Day: What you need to know about voting in Brevard
After months of intense campaigning, it all comes down to 12 hours today. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. today for Brevard County's primary elections. And within hours after polls close, we should know who emerged as winners and losers. About half of the voters likely to vote in...
WATCH REPLAY: Holy Trinity, Melbourne Central Catholic Square Off Friday Night in Week 1 Action on Space Coast Daily TV
WATCH LIVE: Holy Trinity, Melbourne Central Catholic Square Off Friday Night to Kickoff Week 1 on Space Coast Daily TV. ABOVE VIDEO: Space Coast Daily’s Zach Clark and JC Meyerholz preview tomorrow night’s game between MCC and Holy Trinity for Week 1 prep football on Space Coast Daily TV. Coverage of the game will be seen on Space Coast Daily TV.
Several illegal Brevard County gambling facilities busted by authorities
BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — The Brevard County Sheriff's Office and the Florida Gaming Control Commission busted a handful of illegal gambling facilities in the county last week. According to the Florida Gaming Control Commission, BCSO executed search warrants at four illegal gambling facilities in Cocoa last week. Cash, illegal slot machines and other equipment were confiscated by BCSO and FGCC law enforcement officials from the facilities.
Rivaling sunrise: SpaceX to launch another early morning Falcon 9 rocket Tuesday
SpaceX is planning another early morning rocket launch for Tuesday, which could outdo the sunrise and potentially wow voters out early at the polls. As of Monday night, SpaceX confirmed they are targeting a 9:20 a.m. EDT Tuesday. That's election day and voting begins at 7 a.m. throughout Brevard County. ...
'Knew the rock was meant just for me': Brevard Facebook group spreads kindness, hope
Jen Justiniano was still on edge about the tropics after Hurricane Matthew. The Melbourne woman needed to funnel her angst into something else. “I was freaking out, because I have really bad anxiety,” Justiniano said. “I've had anxiety my whole life. One of the ways I was trying to cope with it at that time was painting rocks. I always just find some way to do something creative, to use my brain because if I don't and...
Brevard's Community Credit Union, Launch Credit Union announce plans to merge
Two large Brevard County-based financial institutions announced Friday their plans to merge operations. Launch Credit Union, headquartered on Merritt Island, and Rockledge-based Community Credit Union of Florida, said Friday that plans to merge came after “extensive consideration.” They said the merger would combine the strengths of both credit unions, “creating a unified financial institution committed to enhancing products and services for members, and expanding community outreach across local Florida communities.” ...
Tour of Brevard: Holy Trinity grows up for 2024 season
It isn't a requirement to go to a practice or a team meeting to know what a coach's point of emphasis has been to his players in a given season or situation. Just listen to the players. When particular phrases pop up repeatedly in interviews, be sure that's what a coach has been preaching. When it pops up with every player, the coach has been teaching it very successfully. ...
BREAKING: Vehicle Crash Reported on US-1 North, Near SR-406 in Titusville
BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA – Local authorities have responded to the scene of a vehicle crash Monday afternoon on US-1 North, near SR-406 in Titusville. The crash has resulted in officials closing the left lane temporarily while they process the scene. The crash was first reported around 3:27 p.m. This...
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