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Invasive Snails Pose A Big Problem

Invasive apple snail eggs, resembling bubble gum pink clusters, are popping up across Central Florida waterways. The eggs, from non-native snails, are known for their large size and appetite for aquatic plants, posing challenges to native ecosystems. Keep an eye out for the distinctive egg masses during warmer months, particularly in spring and summer, when […]

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Drunken Arizona Man Arrested In Sebastian

In Sebastian a 26-year-old man from Arizona, Daniel Patrick Taylor, was arrested for reckless driving and DUI after a hit-and-run incident. Witnesses reported a gold Ford F-150 pickup truck driving dangerously through residential areas, leaving skid marks and striking a stop sign. Taylor was found, and when he was pulled over it turns out he […]

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Osceola Woman Could Face Death Penalty

In Osceola County, Joanne Zephir is facing charges after being accused of fatally poisoning her three-year-old child with bleach. Zephir will now potentially face the death penalty. The State Attorney’s Office for Orange and Osceola Counties filed a notice seeking the death penalty against Zephir, accused of the horrific crime that was committed in 2022. […]

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Sebastian Smugglers Stopped

Homeland Security Investigations intercepted a boat attempting to smuggle four illegals into the country near Sebastian Inlet last Friday. The boat, originating from Cocoa, was monitored and intercepted by HSI outside the inlet with assistance from Indian River County Sheriff’s Office. The individuals and the boat were taken to Sebastian Yacht Club, where Border Patrol […]

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Sebastian Police Volunteer Arrested On Child Porn Charges

In Sebastian, a shocking arrest has rocked the community. Arnold William Flannery, a 75-year-old Sebastian resident and police volunteer, was taken into custody on child pornography charges. Law enforcement received information about Flannery’s illicit activities and subsequently discovered evidence at his residence. Flannery faces four counts related to child pornography, with the possibility of additional […]

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Train Death In Volusia County

In Volusia County, an investigation is underway following a deadly incident involving a train in Holly Hill. It happened around 2am Saturday at the intersection of the tracks with 3rd Street. According to investigators, a woman in her 60s was attempting to cross the tracks when she was struck by a freight train traveling at […]

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Stormy Weather May Be On The Way

Forecasters warn that strong to severe weather will likely arrive in Central Florida today. A squall line is expected, bringing isolated strong to severe storms with damaging winds as the primary threat. The highest risk area will be northwest of Orlando, but strong winds will impact the rest of us, including all of us right […]

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Winter Park Man Dives Into Eclipse In Arkansas And Discovers Plane Crash

A skydiver from Winter Park captured a unique view of the recent solar eclipse while free-falling. Joshua Laquis, a skydiving enthusiast who trained at SkyDive Deland in Volusia County, traveled to Arkansas to experience the eclipse’s totality mid-air. As he descended, Laquis noticed a nearby plane crash, prompted by an engine failure. He landed at […]

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The Extra Whopper Was Apparently Too Much For This Guy

In Sebastian, a disturbance at Burger King resulted in the arrest of a man for battery. The incident unfolded when a man threw a medium Sprite at employees after receiving an extra Whopper. Officers say Manfred Lamour fled the scene but was later detained. Despite denying the allegations, Lamour was charged based on video evidence […]

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Pelicans Released After Injuries But Investigation Widens

Two pelicans found here in Brevard County with mysteriously broken wings have been given a new chance at life after recovering from their injuries. The pelicans, along with four others nursed back to health, were released near Patrick Space Force Base by staff and volunteers from the Florida Wildlife Hospital. The injuries, including compound fractures, […]

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