Alan Howland, the chairman of the Tree Farm (formerly the Titusville Men’s Garden Club) and a member of the affiliated Titusville Garden Club, recognizes the challenges Florida gardening can present.
In Gainesville, about three hours from Brevard via Interstate 75 and the Florida Turnpike, is one of the most unique zoos in America.
Every April, we bring awareness to Parkinson’ Disease. The reason for April is because it is the birthday of James Parkinson, the English doctor that in 1817 published an essay on the “Shaky P…
Telehealth — also called telemedicine — is a two-way, real-time communication between the patient and a doctor or other practitioner through computer or smartphone.
Many might not be aware of the fact that the last Naval battle of the Revolutionary War was fought off the coast of Cape Canaveral on March 10, 1783. Two American ships Alliance and Duc de Lau…
Cameron Douglas, a World War II veteran and cherished member of the Shell Harbor community, is a man full of life, laughter and love.
In 1969, Sammy Davis Jr. released his hit single, “I Gotta Be Me,” a song about one being the best they can be in every moment.
It’s great for seniors with dementia to get outside to walk and exercise, but with 60 % of them also wandering off at least once, many periodically, caregivers are turning to global positionin…
Freddy Fender had just one year of mainstream stardom, but, man, it was a humdinger.
On July 31, 1910, Hawley Harvey Crippen, better known as Dr. Crippen, was arrested on board the liner Montrose in the Atlantic Ocean while trying to flee to Canada with his lover, Ethel Le Neve.
Space Coast Complex in Viera, arguably one of the best of its kind in the country, will host the John Scollo Memorial Softball Classic on April 3 and 4.
Richard Sabino has been wielding the baton of the Central Florida Winds ever since he started the group in 1999. For the past 25 years, his wind ensemble of preeminent local musicians has prov…
In 1966, the Rolling Stones released what is considered to be their biggest hit, “Paint it Black.” That same year, Fred Bender, who grew up in Lafayette, Indiana joined the Marine Corps.
It is convenient to just tap your credit card for contactless paying. It happens millions of times each day.
Ethel Mars, the wife of Frank C. Mars, the founder of the Mars Candy Company, owned a racehorse that she deeply loved. That horse’s name was Snickers. Sadly, Snickers died in 1930.
Chateau Madeleine Assisted Living recently celebrated two active centenarians.
Forester Recreation Center will be the place to be on Friday, March 14 as the first copies of the 19th annual Boomer Guide are distributed.
U.S. Army and Vietnam veteran Bill Kinstler thinks of himself as an old, gray-bearded guy without a fishing pole or a set of golf clubs.
In 1951, the United Nations opened its offices in New York City. That same year, the St. Louis Browns signed a new pitcher named Satchel Page while President Harry Truman relieved Gen. Douglas…
Singles and couples of all ages are welcome for a Valentine’s Day to remember as Senior Life and HealthFirst will sponsor the second annual All You Need Is Love Senior Expo & Valentine’s Party.
Several local philanthropists will be honored when the Liberty Bell Museum conducts its Patriot Awards Dinner at 6 p.m. Feb. 27 at the Grand Manor on 1450 Sarno Road in Melbourne.
In 1977, the Steve Miller Band released its hit single “Fly Like an Eagle.” That same year, Bridgewater resident Charles Betz (Chuck to his friends) joined the Marine Corps under the Marine’s …
Several local philanthropists will be honored when the Liberty Bell Museum conducts its Patriot Awards Dinner at 6 p.m. Feb. 27 at the Grand Manor on 1450 Sarno Road in Melbourne.
Brevard Watercolor Society’s annual “Splash of Watercolor” Art Show will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 15 and 16 at the Azan Shriners Center at 1591 W. Eau Gallie Blvd.
