Home » Home » Sip Tasting Events This Week at Florida Cork & Bottle in Indian Harbour Beach By Space Coast Daily  //  April 30 FLORIDA – Florida Cork & Bottle is kicking off May with a beachside tasting experience you won’t want to miss Located in the Lowe’s Plaza in Indian Harbour Beach this boutique wine and spirits destination is the perfect place to sip and stock up ahead of spring’s biggest celebrations — from the Kentucky Derby to Mother’s Day Enjoy a lineup of premium spirits and ready-to-drink cocktails with expert-guided tastings that showcase the best of agave Mi Campo Tequila – Featuring both Blanco and Reposado ■ A smooth and vibrant introduction to tequila just in time for Cinco de Mayo prep Cutwater Canned Cocktails – Ready-to-drink ■ The perfect grab-and-go option for spring picnics or beach days Tres Agave Organic Tequila – Private Barrel Añejo and Blanco small-batch tequila crafted for true connoisseurs Kentucky Derby Celebration – Featuring classic Mint Juleps Stop in before post time and enjoy a refreshing nod to tradition as you get Derby-ready in style Whether you’re picking out a Derby Day crowd-pleaser or something special for Mother’s Day (just around the corner!) the team at Florida Cork & Bottle is ready to help you find the perfect pour beachside in Indian Harbour Beach  (Lowe’s Plaza – convenient parking and easy access) Stay Connected: Follow along on social @FLCorkBTL for tasting updates Click Here to Sign Up for Text Alerts See when New policy seeks to reduce crowding at local beach parksLeah Sudhir INDIAN HARBOR BEACH, Fla. – Indian Harbor Beach will start paid beach parking at two of its parks for non-residents, the city said Thursday on its website Starting March 31, Bicentennial and Millennium Beach parks will have parking signs that allow visitors to pay through their mobile device or have kiosks to pay in-person, the city hall shared in a social media post [EXCLUSIVE: Become a News 6 Insider (it’s FREE) | PINIT! Share your photos] Parking will be $3 per hour or $15 for the entire day Non-residents who don’t pay for parking will be issued a citation but will not have a boot placed on their vehicle The policy change comes after residents voiced their concerns of not being able to park at the beaches due to overcrowding Residents can register their vehicle for free parking here and will need to provide proof of residency and vehicle registration Those who need to register more than two vehicles should contact the city’s park The city will also host in-person sign-up days for residents on March 14 to administer the non-resident paid parking program Those who have questions or concerns can contact Park Indian Harbor Beach at 321-425-2522 or at ParkIHB@MunicipalParking.com Indian Harbor Beach’s parks are open from 6 a.m Copyright 2025 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved TV Listings Email Newsletters RSS Feeds Contests and Rules Contact Us / Follow on Social Media Careers at WKMG Closed Captioning / Audio Description Public File Current EEO Report Terms of Use Privacy Policy Do Not Sell My Info FCC Applications EEO Report Disability Assistance Copyright © 2025 ClickOrlando.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group Indian Harbour Beach Police received a 911 call in reference to a possible body floating in the ocean approximately 200 yards from the shoreline behind 2055 Hwy Officers arrived on scene where they immediately requested assistance from BCSO Aviation Unit and Satellite Beach Fire Department with their jet skis SBFD rescue personnel on jet skis were able to recover an unidentified w/f victim approximately 30-40 years of age Lifesaving efforts were performed until the victim was transported to an area hospital by BCFR This is an active investigation being investigated by our detectives Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact our detectives at 321-773-3030 No additional information is available at this time Deputy Chief Ralph GarciaIndian Harbour Beach Police Department Photo Photo Re-offending Child molester convicted, sentenced to life in prison - The Space Coast Rocket Photo Photo Nestled in an unassuming shopping plaza in Indian Harbour Beach, Drifters Surf Restro is already making a splash during its soft opening phase The restaurant's blackboard menu is inspired by the travels of owners The Clarks plan for the menu to be ever changing allowing seasonal and fresh ingredients to take center stage Guests can look forward to signature offerings such as the cacao and coffee beef tenderloin seared tuna steak with ponzu marinated noodles and Baja fish tacos Drifters offers a curated selection of wine and craft beers thanks to a partnership with local suppliers While the restaurant remains in its soft opening including their two sons helping in the kitchen and their daughter who works in the front of the house "It truly is a family affair and we love being able to share that with our community," said Katie Clark Proclaiming he is not a chef, Danny nevertheless has a strong culinary background rooted in Alabama. He expanded his sushi training in California and Costa Rica. The couple met overseas and started a family, as well as Graffiti Resto Cafe and Wine Bar -- their sister restaurant in Costa Rica -- which they have owned since 2010 Relocating in 2020 back to the United States the Clarks lived on a sailboat on the West Coast Space Coast beaches enticed this surf family to put down roots here A recent post on Drifters social media explained the name and concept: "We’re here A family-run spot serving food that’s fresh and fun—no overcomplicated 'concept,' no pretentious menus There is a sense of community and we like the small-town vibes," said Katie Clark Amber Olesen is FLORIDA TODAY's food and dining reporter Home » Home » ALERT City of Melbourne Issues Boil Water Notice For All System Customers After E Coli Bacteria Found in Indian Harbour Beach By Space Coast Daily  //  April 11 FLORIDA – City of Melbourne officials issued a Boil Water Notice after E coli bacteria were found in a sample point at 1037 Ashley Avenue in Indian Harbour Beach on Thursday This Boil Water Notice affects all water customers served by the City of Melbourne ■ Unincorporated Brevard South of Pineda Causeway (Customers who live in unincorporated Brevard County located south of Pineda Causeway and receive a water bill from the City of Melbourne Suntree and Viera are served by the Cocoa water system – not Melbourne.) ■ West Melbourne is a wholesale customer of Melbourne coli bacteria were not found in any of the other sites sampled “We are issuing a boil water notice to all water customers out of an abundance of caution,” said a City of Melbourne spokesperson “Until required bacteriological testing is completed we recommend boiling tap water before consuming it to kill any potential contaminants Additional samples upstream and downstream of 1037 Ashley Avenue in Indian Harbour Beach have been collected and the City will inform residents when tests show no bacteria are present and you no longer need to boil your water “We anticipate resolving the problem within 48 hours of this notification,” said a City of Melbourne spokesperson Vigorous boiling for at least one full minute is the safest and most effective method of disinfection Fill a pot with cold water and start timing when steady streams of bubbles pop from the bottom of the pot Water must be adequately cooled before it can be used for washing or brushing teeth How does boiling water make it safe to drink Boiling water purifies it because disease-causing bacteria viruses or parasites will be destroyed by the heat Water from an alternative water source is the best option during a boil water advisory Can I wash my hands in tap water during the notice period Use tap water and soap for hand washing and basic hygiene but if you are washing your hands to prepare food Use bottled or boiled water to brush teeth Just be careful not to drink the water while you shower or bathe individuals who have recent surgical wounds or have a chronic illness may want to consider using bottled or boiled water for cleansing until the notice is lifted Hand-washing dishes: Wash with hot soapy water Dishwasher: If the hot water reaches at least 170 degrees or the dishwasher has a sanitizing cycle and includes a full dry cycle vegetables and other foods should be washed with bottled or boiled water only Water filters in refrigerators and pitchers do not remove bacteria are susceptible to the same diseases as humans Can I use tap water to water my grass or garden but fruits and vegetables must be washed using boiled or bottled water before consumption This Boil Water Notice will remain in effect while bacteriological tests are conducted to assure the safety of the water The notice will be lifted (rescinded) only after the required testing proves the water is safe to drink The CodeRED system allows City emergency officials to notify those affected by an incident by their geographic area Residents and businesses can sign up to receive telephone calls Only authorized officials have access to the CodeRED system lease or loan any citizen-supplied information to third parties so there are no security or privacy concerns The CodeRED database contains information obtained from public databases cell phones or with blocking devices will not receive these emergency calls unless they enroll For more information about CodeRED and to sign up visit www.melbourneflorida.org/codered If you need assistance you can call the City’s ECO Division at 321-608-5080 and speak with someone who can register for you Call the EPA Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1-800-426-4791 INDIAN HARBOUR BEACH – Could it be the end of free parking in a small beach town some people say they don’t even enjoy going to the beach anymore because they can no longer find a parking spot Those residents think if the city charged for parking their two small beach parks would be less crowded whether that’s paid parking or resident parking,” Nick Kaplewicz addressed the city council in June “I know the boot thing isn’t very popular and the enforcement is an issue but I’m confident we can figure all these things out,” he said [EXCLUSIVE: Become a News 6 Insider (it’s FREE) | PINIT! Share your photos] Satellite Beach boots people now instead of ticketing Indialantic and Melbourne Beach all of have paid parking at the beach Indian Harbour Beach will revisit the discussion at another meeting Tuesday night at city hall News 6 reporter James Sparvero met Angie Strong at Bicentennial Beach and she said non-residents should pay for parking ”I think the locals should not have to pay because we live here and the money they’d make off the parking of people that come to visit would clean up the beaches after they leave,” Strong said Strong also commented on the parks getting more crowded “People are parking on the grass when it gets too busy.” Mayor Scott Nickle called on locals to take a survey for what they’d like to see the city do No final recommendation is expected at Tuesday night’s meeting Get today’s headlines in minutes with Your Florida Daily: Copyright 2024 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved James joined News 6 in March 2016 as the Brevard County Reporter His arrival was the realization of a three-year effort to return to the state where his career began PA and graduated from Penn State in 2009 with a degree in Broadcast Journalism INDIAN HARBOUR BEACH — The body of a woman who was in her 30s or 40s was pulled from the ocean Saturday morning A caller to 911 notified dispatchers at about 8 a.m Saturday after spotting the adult woman’s body floating about 200 yards from the shoreline near the 2000 block of State Road A1A It was not immediately known how long the woman — believed to be in her 30s or 40s — had been in the ocean Multiple agencies responded to the site to assist with rescue efforts including the Satellite Beach Fire Department and the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office helicopter Satellite Beach fire crews using jet skis were able to bring the woman’s body to shore First responders then attempted to resuscitate the woman The woman was later was pronounced dead at a nearby hospital The woman's identity has not been disclosed An autopsy is scheduled to take place this week to determine the exact cause of death An investigation into the circumstances of her death is ongoing J.D. Gallop is a criminal justice/breaking news reporter at FLORIDA TODAY. Contact Gallop at 321-917-4641 or jgallop@floridatoday.com. X, formerly known as Twitter: @JDGallop. Home » Home » Woman Pulled from Ocean in Indian Harbour Beach By Space Coast Daily  //  February 1 FLORIDA – Authorities in Brevard County have confirmed the death of a woman who was found floating in the ocean on Saturday morning According to Brevard County Fire Rescue the woman initially appeared to have washed up onshore a later statement from the Indian Harbour Beach Police Department provided further clarification Authorities estimate the woman to be between 30 and 40 years old Despite receiving emergency medical treatment and officials urge anyone with information to contact the Indian Harbour Beach Police Department at 321-773-3030 BREVARD COUNTY – Firefighters and police have confirmed a woman is dead after she was found floating in the ocean Saturday morning in Brevard County Brevard County Fire Rescue initially said that the woman had washed up on the beach The Indian Harbour Beach Police Department later shared a news release on the matter which offered clearer details The release states police received a 911 call around 8 a.m about a possible body floating in the ocean about 200 yards from the shoreline in the area of the 2000 block of Jimmy Buffett Memorial Highway First responders from the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office Aviation Unit and Satellite Beach Fire Department assisted officers The woman — who was determined to be about 30 to 40 years old — underwent life-saving efforts before being taken to a hospital where she was ultimately pronounced dead Anyone with information is encouraged to call the police department at 321-773-3030 Note: This map depicts the general area of the scene and not necessarily its exact location joined the ClickOrlando team in November 2021 The online message sharing the passing of Hamilton Boone, an Indian Harbour Beach city council member for your life of service and impact upon the city you loved." A physician assistant and small business owner he was elected to Indian Harbour Beach's city council in November 2023 Mayor Scott Nickle said the news of Boone's death was "a total shock and very surprising to us." "We knew that he was having some health issues and he was going to be rejoining us on city council very soon," Nickle said Nickle referenced Boone's extensive history The tribute to him on the city's website put it this way: "A husband he was a fixture in the Indian River beach community," Nickle said we are very thankful for his service to our community." Boone's bio on the Indian Harbour Beach website shares that Boone entered the Marines after graduating from high school in 1967 He earned a bachelor's degree in biology from Georgia State University followed by a post-graduate degree as a physician assistant from the Medical College of Georgia He practiced at medical centers across the country and in 1989 "developed and instituted a new PA practice model in Atlanta providing surgical PAs to hospitals and surgeons and then bringing that concept home in 1998." "found time to serve our local community through volunteering and community engagement Ham was recognized by Central Florida’s VA Regional Medical Center for his contributions to disabled veterans through the coaching and teaching of Adaptive Training." Britt Kennerly is education/breaking news editor at FLORIDA TODAY. Contact Kennerly at 321-917-4744 or bkennerly@floridatoday.com. Twitter: @bybrittkennerly Facebook: /bybrittkennerly Home » Home » OBITUARY: Indian Harbour Beach City Council Member Hamilton Boone By Space Coast Daily  //  January 16 BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA – Indian Harbour Beach City Council Member Hamilton Boone passed away on January 9 at age 77 the family of Council Member Hamilton “Ham” Boone and the City Council announce his untimely passing on January 9 2025,” said a post on the City of Indian Harbour Beach Facebook page for your life of service and impact upon the City you loved.” Boone entered the Marines shortly after graduating High school in 1967 he obtained his Bachelor’s in biology from Georgia State University and then earned a post-graduate degree as a Physician’s Assistant (PA) from the Medical College of Georgia Boone practiced at medical centers across the country and providing surgical PAs to hospitals and surgeons and then bringing that concept home in 1998 He found time to serve the local community through volunteering and community engagement Ham was recognized by Central Florida’s VA Regional Medical Center for his contributions to disabled veterans through the coaching and teaching of Adaptive Training A 78-year-old Indian Harbour Beach woman who was found dead on her oceanfront balcony after Hurricane Milton's passage is one of 25 fatalities across Florida attributed to the destructive storm The woman is Brevard’s sole death attributed to the storm The Florida Department of Law Enforcement released the storm-related death toll after compiling information from local agencies Hurricane Milton slammed into Siesta Key on the Gulf Coast on Oct 9 before traveling westward to exit the east coast of Florida Some of the victims died in the tornadoes spun off by the hurricane; others died by smoke inhalation 9 after the HOA president from Lantana Condominiums asked police to conduct a welfare check on a second-floor unit walked through the unit and saw an open sliding glass door leading out to the oceanfront balcony The unidentified woman was found lying on the balcony’s painted concrete floor There were no signs of trauma or foul play Strong winds and rain from Hurricane Milton had lashed the shore as the storm trekked across the state Investigators said the woman had apparently moved plastic balcony patio chairs into her dining room and may have been attempting to close her hurricane shutters when she either slipped on the wet floor or had a medical episode Indian Harbour Police said the Brevard medical examiner’s office waived the case which appeared to be accidental or medical in nature The woman’s family turned the woman's remains over to a local funeral home Milton-attributed deaths have been reported in the following Florida counties: Home » Home » Gleason Park Pool in Indian Harbour Beach Announces Cold Weather Closure By Space Coast Daily  //  January 8 BREVARD COUNTY • INDIAN HARBOUR BEACH, FLORIDA — Gleason Park Pool in Indian Harbour Beach has announced a Cold Weather Policy designed to prioritize the safety and comfort of its visitors the pool will remain closed unless the air temperature and “real feel” reach 50°F or higher Decisions regarding pool operations are made 12 hours in advance using forecasts from WeatherBug a widely recognized weather prediction service This approach ensures timely communication and allows guests to plan their visits accordingly lifeguards at Gleason Park Pool are available to provide copies of the policy upon request The park management has expressed gratitude for the community’s understanding as they implement measures to maintain a safe and enjoyable environment This policy reflects Gleason Park’s commitment to adapting operations in response to seasonal weather changes For more information you can visit the Indian Harbour Beach Recreation Center Pool official website In a race featuring two self-financed candidates, incumbent Shauna Hume and challenger Susan Ruimy are running for Seat 3 on the Indian Harbour Beach City Council Indian Harbour Beach is in the transition period of switching from three-year terms to four-year terms This year’s Seat 3 election winner will serve a two-year term in office Indian Harbour Beach has a five-member City Council that includes the mayor Campaign financingBrevard election guide: Here's your ultimate voter guide to the 2024 elections, candidates, issues in Brevard County Both Seat 3 candidates are financing their own campaigns Hume contributed $1,200 to her campaign through Oct while Ruimy contributed $800 to her campaign through Sept The city is facing rising costs for goods and services The challenge will be to continue to provide the excellent service our citizens are used to Our operating budget for fiscal year 2024-25 is $12,758,206 I consider myself a watchdog for the taxpayers and will continue to use common sense and sound judgment as we move forward in these uncertain times I believe in the importance of municipal home rule The state preempting local government from policy decision-making is not in the best interest of the city The government closest to the people serves the people best I will advocate for home-rule authority at the state level Susan RuimyIndian Harbour Beach is facing significant growth and we must preserve our wonderful city by putting residents first.While we can't eliminate short-term rentals due to state law we can safeguard our community by prioritizing local short-term owners over out-of-town investors through distinct registration processes and fees we have the opportunity to boost our economic vibrancy and resilience by actively promoting locally owned businesses through festivals and events.As our community grows we must ensure our police and fire departments have the funding they need  I am committed to supporting the installation of a third baffle box to tackle stormwater issues and protect the Indian River Lagoon I will support free residential beach passes to ensure our beaches remain safe and accessible to local residents.By focusing on these initiatives while embracing growth and ensuring a thriving community Occupation: Retired after serving 25 years as executive assistant to the Indian Harbour Beach city manager Education: Bachelor of Science in occupational education from Wayland Baptist University Political/government/civic experience: Appointed last year and currently serving on the Indian Harbour Beach City Council filling the unexpired term of the late Dave Panicola; Space Coast League of Cities board of directors voting delegate since 2023; executive assistant to City Managers Jackie Burns and Mark Ryan from 1995 to 2020; Ocean Breeze Elementary School volunteer; Girl Scout leader; Sunday school teacher; Keep Brevard Beautiful Trash Bash site captain; Mayors Fitness Challenge team captain; Down Under Dive Club vice president; Maxwell C King Center for the Performing Arts volunteer recently recognized for 20 years of service Website or Facebook page: ShaunaHume.com Occupation: Co-owner of Whale Eye Woodworks Inc. Education: Bachelor of Arts from the State University of New York at Purchase Political/government/civic experience: Indian Harbour Beach Tree Preservation Board member; Ocean Breeze Parent Teacher Organization vice president; co-organizer of the 2024 Small Business Expo in Indian Harbour Beach; organizer of the 2023 Whale Eye Woodworks Beach Cleanup at Millennium Beach Website or Facebook page: SusanRuimyIHB.com, facebook.com/IHBCityCouncilSeat3 Rick Neale is a Space Reporter at FLORIDA TODAY. Contact Neale at Rneale@floridatoday.com. Twitter/X: @RickNeale1 Support local journalism. Unlock unlimited digital access to floridatoday.com. Click here and subscribe today. Home » Home » Indian Harbour Beach’s Highland Mint Produces Official Coin for Sunday’s Super Bowl LIX By Space Coast Daily  //  February 5 BREVARD COUNTY • INDIAN HARBOUR BEACH, FLORIDA – The Highland Mint, located at the corner of Eau Gallie Boulevard and South Patrick Drive in Indian Harbour Beach, will produce the official coin to be used in Super Bowl LIX which will be played in New Orleans on Sunday The Highland Mint has produced the official coin for the big game since Super Bowl XXVIII in 1993 “The Super Bowl flip coin is really something special because it’s actually used to start a game,” said Michael Kott the Super Bowl is one of the biggest sporting events in the world and we like to say here ‘the game doesn’t start without us’ so there’s a lot of pride when you see that coin.” The coin will also be used for any overtime flips that are necessary such as was the case in Super Bowl LI held in Houston between New England and Atlanta six years ago The coin that will be used will also be sent to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton The Highland Mint will produce a limited run of 10,000 commemorative Super Bowl 59 Official 2-Tone Dueling Flip Coins featuring the Chiefs vs Eagles and officially licensed by the National Football League Coin #1 will be flipped to start the Super Bowl the rest will be made available to the public The coin is carefully struck in a fine silver plate and selectively plated with 24kt gold Each 1.5-inch diameter flip coin is individually numbered and protected in an acrylic capsule to preserve its mint condition The coin is presented in a custom 6-inch x 4-inch booklet case allowing you to flip the center page to view both sides Each coin comes with an individually-numbered certificate of authenticity to match the number on the coin is included in the custom case CLICK HERE for more information CLICK HERE FOR MORE BREVARD COUNTY NEWS Get the best experience and stay connected to your community with our Spectrum News app. Learn More — A major beach renourishment project is soon wrapping up along Space Coast beaches to restore sand lost during Hurricanes Ian and Nicole It’s a part of the Brevard County Shore Protection Project which began in November 2023 Raymond Adamcik of Melbourne sees each day as he comes to his favorite beach spot There has been heavy equipment like dump trucks bringing in sand and excavators doling it out on the eroded area of the beach somewhere the beach is completely washed out,” Raymond said and it’s an 8-mile stretch of Indian Harbour Beach and Satellite Beach Sand is being stockpiled further south to distribute along the coastline Previous renourishment on south Brevard beaches was done by an ocean faring barge But here it must be trucked in to protect shoreline rock reefs the dune will be restored and the beach widened 30 more feet to levels seen prior to Nicole in 2022 Army Corps of Engineers is in charge of the nearly $50,000,000 replenishment project which will ultimately rehab some 12 miles of beach from Patrick Space Force Base to Spessard Hollard Park in Melbourne Beach 1.1 million cubic yards of sand is being brought into the critically eroded areas Tourism leaders say the beaches are the top reason people visit the space coast County leaders say tax paid by tourists to stay in hotels or short-term rentals is paying for this project Raymond says he is a big supporter of the project to restore his beach and it’s part of the way we live here,” he said The project took a break from May through October due to sea turtle nesting season but is expected to wrap up in April 2025 The City of Indian Harbour Beach mourns the loss of Council Member Hamilton “Ham” Boone Boone left an indelible mark on the city and the lives of those he touched Ham Boone’s journey was defined by a steadfast commitment to service and community Shortly after graduating from high school in 1967 where he cultivated a deep sense of discipline and dedication earning a bachelor’s degree in biology from Georgia State University He later completed a postgraduate degree as a Physician’s Assistant (PA) at the Medical College of Georgia during which he worked at medical centers across the country providing critical surgical support to hospitals and surgeons he pioneered a new PA practice model in Atlanta Boone brought this innovative approach back home where he continued to serve his community with distinction His passion for service extended beyond his medical career Boone dedicated significant time to volunteering and community engagement particularly focusing on supporting disabled veterans Recognized by Central Florida’s VA Regional Medical Center for his contributions advocating for their rights and coaching them through adaptive training programs As a Council Member in Indian Harbour Beach Boone’s leadership reflected his deep-rooted belief in community empowerment Colleagues and residents alike admired his tireless work ethic His influence can be felt in the countless initiatives he championed his enthusiastic cries of “Roll Tide!” were a hallmark of his personality He was also a loving husband and father who cherished family above all else The City of Indian Harbour Beach issued a statement honoring Boone’s legacy for your life of service and the impact you made on the city you loved You will be deeply missed by all who knew you.” Hamilton “Ham” Boone’s passing is a profound loss for Indian Harbour Beach and leadership will continue to inspire future generations Boots are never really appropriate for the beach Kudos are due to the City of Satellite Beach for listening to the people and taking action The beach boot experiment is no longer in fashion and come February beachgoers in Satellite Beach ― who do not pay for parking ― will be ticketed instead of having their car immobilized by a boot a boot is a heavy metal clamp that gets affixed to a car's tire not allowing it to move until a fine has been paid The program was instituted in 2023 to help the city offset some of the costs associated with maintenance and upkeep of its beaches without passing those costs to city residents But the program was unpopular with residents and beachgoers and was beset with problems some had trouble removing the device even after paying the fine and some beachgoers opted to start parking in private lots to avoid paying altogether Kudos are due to the City of Satellite Beach for listening to the people and taking action "Problems have arisen and we're trying to fix it," said Councilman Mark Boyd during a November council meeting when the issue was discussed The boots will go away and parking tickets will return Those who don't pay the fines will likely be unable to re-register their vehicles until the citations are paid More from Torres: Pam Bondi failed Brevard and Florida by turning blind eye toward justice | Torres Torres: The real reason why people are homeless may surprise you outgoing Councilman David Vigliotti said using the boot resulted in ruining someone's day or weekend who just wanted to go to the beach "We may take in less (money) but we'll be making the people happy here in Satellite Beach," he said when can beach-going scofflaws stop worrying about being booted The city council voted last month to do away with the boot system and a first reading of the new ordinance was read in the first week of December A second reading is scheduled for the council's Jan setting things in motion for a February 1st implementation of the new ticketing system according to City Manager Brittany Retherford The city now joins other nearby municipalities like Indialantic and Melbourne Beach who do not use a boot system to enforce beach parking and Indian harbour Beach which plans to start charging for beach parking come February Home » Home » Florida Cork & Bottle Hosts Dry January Non-Alcoholic Beverage Tastings in Indian Harbour Beach Jan By Space Coast Daily  //  January 14 BREVARD COUNTY • INDIAN HARBOUR BEACH, FLORIDA — For those embracing the Dry January Challenge, Florida Cork & Bottle is offering a series of events to showcase flavorful the Indian Harbour Beach venue will host exclusive tastings and workshops aimed at making Dry January both enjoyable and engaging The lineup of events features a variety of non-alcoholic drink experiences: The events will occur at Florida Cork & Bottle These tastings provide an opportunity to explore the growing trend of non-alcoholic beverages while supporting lifestyle choices Whether for Dry January or simply as a chance to try innovative drink options the event promises a welcoming and flavorful experience For more information, visit Florida Cork & Bottle’s website Many restaurants and bars are gearing up for a festive day filled with music We've put together a list of the best spots in Brevard to join the festivities with some venues celebrating all weekend long Celebrate the day with $2.99 Coronas and Dos Equis and buy one get one margaritas Satisfy your cravings with $7.79 taco specials They have planned an all-day party with DJ Fuego from 12 p.m $4 domestic beers and plenty of other specials to celebrate bounce house and face painting for the kids Chaparral's will also have $6 house margaritas all day and plenty of raffles and prizes El Leoncito Mexican and Cuban Restaurant: 4280 S they go all out with the party starting at 5 p.m Fiesta Azteca will have live music and DJ's all day including the band Switch and a salsa band straight from Puerto Rico in addition to outdoor bars with margaritas The restaurant will carry the festivities through the weekend with their full menu and Cinco de Mayo specials Masa also has curbside pick-up for Cinco taco kits and margaritas to go Starting May 3 and continuing until close on May 5 Milpa Tacos plans on celebrating all weekend long with live music including several bands and DJ Florida Manley plenty of margaritas and food and drink specials They will be serving up $3.50 Coronas and $5 Modelo drafts The three-pound burrito eating contest starts at 5 p.m and the band Bullet Dodgers starts at 8 p.m MELBOURNE New Smyrna Beach and Melbourne are the latest cities to agree to have their police officers train with U.S Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has pushed for all local governments to cooperate with federal immigration enforcement. The three Central Florida cities each held meetings Tuesday night and discussed without debate how to comply with the new state laws The solution was to each sign an agreement with ICE under its 287(g) program. According to Indian Harbour Beach city documents this agreement allows its officers to complete a free 40-hour virtual training course to become certified to perform some immigration enforcement duties officers will be able to check if a person they encounter is also wanted by ICE Those officers will also be allowed to transport that person to an immigration detention center, according to city documents Indian Harbour Beach police Chief David Butler said his officers may not even be able to transport anyone to those centers The closest Immigration Detention Center is in Orange County “If there is no place for them then we can’t hold them,” Butler said “I know the sheriff is working on some things to help assist with that.” officers will transport the person to the county jail if they are being charged with state crimes some advocates have criticized the 287(g) program arguing that it does not work and it is used to target people based on race Adriana Rivera, the communications director for the Florida Immigration Coalition, previously told News 6 cities and counties should reconsider signing agreements with ICE.    and they had to basically shut it down because they were infringing on the rights of people citizens who were racially profiled,” Rivera said “We’re seeing people who have no police backgrounds people who even have a legal status in the country being swept up by this hysteria that we’re living under.” All in all, the three cities are not the only ones having their officers train with ICE. Others across the state have signed similar agreements, such as Ocoee, Satellite Beach and Fort Myers [READ ON: Orange County leaders OK ICE agreement, but not without pushback] A key haunting memory: Tatsch remembers how she felt frozen in shock — and unable to move — seconds after the shark unexpectedly attacked Her mangled leg was hemorrhaging blood into the ocean as she bobbed alone amid the waves at Juan Ponce de León Landing south of Melbourne Beach please get me out of the water so my family knows how I died,' " Tatsch recalled "Because I figured I wasn't going to make it," she said Tatsch still bears unseen scars from her May 15 doctors performed five surgeries on Tatsch's ravaged leg during a 13-day stay at Holmes Regional Medical Center in Melbourne she painfully graduated from using a wheelchair to a walker Tatsch walks a rare path. From 1882 to present, only 158 confirmed unprovoked shark attacks have occurred in Brevard County according to the International Shark Attack File at the University of Florida Only a small fraction of these sparse attacks inflicted wounds as severe as those she suffered That hasn't stopped in 10 years," Tatsch said My dad had to raise my kids until I got out of the wheelchair," she said In the tumultuous weeks after her bull shark bite Tatsch said she found critical companionship and support from an unlikely source a private Facebook group founded by Australian surfer Dave Pearson for survivors of animal attacks he was brutally bitten by a shark that severed his left forearm muscles while he was catching waves north of Sydney in New South Wales After a helicopter airlifted Pearson to a hospital surgeons saved his mangled arm from amputation via a five-hour surgery But his physical and psychological trauma lingered for years Bite Club now boasts just shy of 500 members Pearson recalled how a girl who survived a crocodile attack joined the Facebook group after it was featured on an Australian television show all sorts of different animals that bite people," Pearson said I guess you've lost the power that you once thought you had," he said "(Bite Club) is far bigger than what I originally expected it to be and it seems to be something that is really necessary because of the amount of people that we just keep bringing on board," he said once my injuries were somewhat recovered and I went back in the water then I would feel the same about being in the ocean — but it's totally different And I'm 13 years after my shark attack," he said Tatsch was waiting on only her third wave of the morning in choppy waist- to chest-deep water at Juan Ponce de León Landing when the bull shark struck I lifted my left leg to pivot around to take the wave and that's when a shark bashed into my leg above my knee with his nose," Tatsch recalled in a harrowing first-person account published in "Bite Club," a 2023 book by United Kingdom author Douglas Wight "It then reached under and ripped half my calf out," Tatsch stated in the book serrated teeth sliced through her Achilles' tendon in two spots: near her ankle and below her knee She feared the shark would return for the kill or that she would pass out from blood loss by the bottom tooth," Tatsch said a decade later tracing her fingers along her scars left by the shark's jaws during an interview at Howard E "It was that close to him ripping my whole calf off," she said Tatsch takes medications for nerve pain and restless leg syndrome: "If I'm not on Ropinirole I could stand up next to you to shake your hand — and I'd accidentally kick you," she said Her 2014 shark bite also inflicted a financial toll Tatsch never returned to her job as an Ocean Breeze Elementary cafeteria worker after the attack Tatsch launched an online fundraiser to try to pay bills and keep the house she inherited after her father passed away Tatsch delivers bouquets for Eau Gallie Florist "I absolutely love my job." She has a couple of roommates to help split bills "so I can keep my head above water," and she receives emotional support from her boyfriend and her "families" of friends at neighboring Beachside Pawn and Side Pocket Pub A group from the latter locale spent the past weekend camping at Long Point Park near Sebastian Inlet She is now nicknamed "Shark Bait," and she remains active in the Bite Club Facebook group "That family of mine has been the best support I've ever had "I still talk to Dave (Pearson) on the phone now and then We try to find a time to talk on the phone and open up to each other," she said Tatsch returned to the ocean off the Space Coast years ago The conditions were bad the day I was attacked I didn't even think about it," Tatsch said I just (hold) still and they go past," she said SATELLITE BEACH – A teenager was arrested after a missing 13-year-old girl out of Satellite Beach was found at a home in Melbourne Avery Monroe Rice was last seen around 5:30 p.m Wednesday at Atlantic Plaza along Jimmy Buffett Memorial Highway (A1A) the Satellite Beach Police Department said Police said officers found the girl Sunday at her friend’s home in Melbourne it was widely known by a number of friends and classmates that Rice had made the decision to not return home and law enforcement believed she was staying with various friends,” the department said in an update Monday A 15-year-old was taken into custody and faces a charge of harboring a missing/runaway juvenile An investigation is ongoing to determine if there will be more charges against others for knowingly housing a runaway Anyone with information is asked to call 321-773-440 ext commissioners in the city of Ocoee gave their approval of an agreement that will allow selected law enforcement personnel to be trained by immigration officers There was not an in-depth discussion about the memo included in the city commission’s agenda packet The item was approved along with other matters in the consent agenda Our News 6 Team reached out to the city again Wednesday to see if anyone from the police department or administrative staff would be available to explain the next steps We were told that no one was available to speak on camera Documents obtained by News 6 describe how the 287(g) task force model will work and what authority select officers will have It states personnel must complete mandatory training both in-person and online before they are authorized to perform the functions of an immigration officer There are several designated authorized functions An agenda for a Satellite Beach council meeting Wednesday night shows they will also be presented with a similar 287(g) task force model to approve A summary of the agenda item states once officers undergo training they will “gain authority to enforce immigration laws such as questioning individuals about their immigration status and detaining those suspected of being unlawfully present in the county.” where he announced the statewide expansion of immigration enforcement “We’re the only state in the country where all of the counties have done this,” DeSantis said we’ll honor a detainer or a warrant.’ Of course you have to do that This is a task force model which will lead to street-level enforcement operations.” While supporters have praised the ICE training agreements and Florida’s efforts to align with the Trump administration’s immigration policies others argue the program will be used to target people based on race the communications director for the Florida Immigrant Coalition said previous 287(g) agreements have a track record of not working Rivera said she is also concerned about the resources and burden placed on local taxpayers so local officers can carry out the tasks of federal immigration officers “Everybody that pays taxes in their local cities and counties are the ones who are paying the vast majority of the costs associated with joining and carrying out the duties of the ICE task force,” Rivera said this would mean that we’re paying the salaries the supplies for police to handle immigration enforcement including when these officers are sued for violating the resident’s constitutional rights.” Rivera said city and county officials should consider the values of the jurisdiction they represent before giving their approval “It’s important that people know that these cities and counties are not required to join the ICE task force under Florida law Home » Home » Arrests In Brevard County: January 12 2025 – Suspects Presumed Innocent Until Proven Guilty By Space Coast Daily  //  January 12 FLORIDA – The suspects below were arrested by various law enforcement agencies on the Space Coast PLEASE NOTE: All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law The mugshots and arrest records published on SpaceCoastDaily.com are not an indication of guilt or evidence that an actual crime has been committed Former MLB star Tim Wakefield’s Brevard home is for sale nearly one year after the World Series champion died The couple is survived by their son and daughter Trevor born in 2004 and Brianna born in 2005 Tim Wakefield is often considered one of the most successful sports figures to come out of Brevard County. A Melbourne native, he attended Eau Gallie High School and Florida Tech. He then went on to win a World Series with the Boston Red Sox It’s located in the exclusive Lansing Island neighborhood, which is situated on the Indian River Lagoon and requires guests to pass through a staffed gate for entrance “It’s an exquisite showplace,” listing agent Dewayne Carpenter told FLORIDA TODAY There’s always that celebrity appeal - if so and so was good enough for them The 6,242-square-foot home has four bedrooms four-and-a-half bathrooms and sits on slightly more than an acre of land Carpenter said the home has been vacant since Tim Wakefield's death according to the listing by Dewayne Carpenter and Kirk Kessel of the Carpenter Kessel Team at Compass: What is the cost of the Wakefield home in Brevard?It’s listed at $3.3 million The Wakefields purchased the home in 2006 for $2.58 million They lived in the home the majority of the time following Wakefield’s retirement from baseball Tim and Stacy were both known for their extensive charity work in the community especially with Space Coast Early Intervention Center now known as the Space Coast Discovery Academy for Promising Futures The three-episode series chronicles the 2004 Boston Red Sox team that broke an 86-year drought and overcame a 3-0 series deficit to win the World Series It was the first championship in the franchise’s 86-year history Wakefield was a prominent pitcher for the team that season and especially in the World Series run several teammates reminisce about Wakefield as a player and person The Boston Red Sox honored the 2004 championship team at the start of the 2024 baseball season Wakefield’s two children joined the team on the field and daughter Brianna was honored with throwing out the first pitch of the game “Thank you to the 2004 team for supporting me and my brother Trevor on Opening Day and the past few months,” Brianna wrote on Instagram in April “Thank you to everyone who made it so special A very special thank you and I love you to all of my uncles who have been right behind me through everything.” She can be reached at MSpitzer@Floridatoday.com Home » Home » Arrests In Brevard County: March 27 By Space Coast Daily  //  March 27 This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page.