Every-time I see a Manatee in our Indian River Lagoon I am impressed! To see this large body float up to the surface, in the wild, is an awesome experience. Governor Charlie Crist delayed a vote this month on the decision whether manatees will lose their protections as an endangered species.  More studies are needed, Crist asked to hold off on the voting until the state develops a better counting system. Two years ago the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, changed the definition of endangered.  That's why the manatee status is up for a vote! Under the new criteria, a species would have to undergo, or be at risk of undergoing, an 80% decline in its population, to be listed as endangered.Jimmy Buffett said... 10/01/2007

  September 29, 2007                                                                                         Grand Harbor, Vero Beach Florida                                                              Beach Club                                                                                                                   (Courtesty of Grand Harbor) Today was a wonderful day to spend at the Grand Harbor Beach Club.  It was sunny and the temperature was 83 with a little wind and almost no humidity.  The Grand Harbor Beach Club is the best club on the island of Vero Beach, in my opinion.   The Olympic size swimming pool is what you see when you walk up the staircase to the Grand Harbor Beach Club and it overlooks the Atlantic Ocean.  What a View! Lunch at the Grand Harbor Beach Club i... 09/29/2007

 We received some good news today from our local Realtors Association of Indian River County, they reported a 16.9% increase in home sales for August. The Realtors Association of Indian River County reported 159 existing single-family homes were sold in August  -  16.9% more than from the same period a year earlier.  Meanwhile, the median home price dipped 6.4% to $207,000 for the same period."It's a little glimpse of glory," said Karen Hall, association president.  "I am encouraged by these figures .........I think we are headed in the right direction."Indian River County's August figures reflect the first positive sales growth since the Realtors Association began reporting its figures in July 2006.Hall said the increase was likely driven by sellers lowering their prices.We, of course,... 09/26/2007

Vero Beach Real Estate Sales received some good news from the local Realtors Association of Indian River County, which reported a 16.9% increase in home sales for August from the previous year.It was the first positive sales growth reported since the Realtors association began reporting its figures in July 2006. “It’s a little glimpse of glory,” said Karen Hall, association president. “I am encouraged by these figures. … I think we are headed in the right direction.” Hall said the increase was likely driven by sellers lowering their prices, and says that “Sellers are becoming more realistic about their prices”. “They are realizing that they may not be seeing the big bucks that some people were making in the past.” Click here for the full article…  09/26/2007

Vero Beach is a city in Indian River County, Florida, USA, With a quality of life unique even to Florida, Indian River County is where lifestyle and work style unite to create a highly productive and profitable environment. The City was originally incorporated in 1919 as the City of Vero. In 1925, the City of Vero was re-incorporated as the City of Vero Beach and was transferred from St. Lucie County to Indian River County. The City of Vero Beach consists of 13.1 square miles and is located about 190 miles south of Jacksonville and 135 miles north of Miami on Florida’s east coast. The City’s population is currently estimated at 17,900. Condos in Vero Beach Florida:   ADRIA A CONDO BAHA MAR BAY ISLAND CLUB BAYOU CONDO BAYTREE OCEAN VILLAS BAYTREE VILLAS BEACHWALK CONDO BENT PINE BERMUDA... 09/25/2007

  Phenelogy is the study of annual cycles of plants and animals and how they respond to seasonal changes in their environment.                                                                      White Pelicans at Grand Harbor, Vero Beach, FL  32967 I received this great insert in my Bell South bill with some great information on the seasonal changes that are now going to occur in Florida. This was new information for me and I thought that I would share it with all of you. Many claim that Florida does not really have seasonal changes.  Not True! At the Environmental Learning Center (Vero Beach, Florida  32963), they watch for changes in wildlife habits, appearance, or migration.   OCTOBER Peak migration for warblers Northern sandhill cranes from Michigan and Wisconsin begin arriving; li... 09/24/2007

  Vero Beach has a great new destination for drinks and live music.                                                        HAVANA NIGHTS PIANO BAR                                                                                                                                                         (Picture courtesy of Caribbean Court Hotel)                                            HAVANA NIGHTS PIANO BAR VERO BEACH FLORIDA 32963   Havana Nights Piano Bar1601 S. Ocean DriveVero Beach, FL   32963(772)  231-7299 Open 5:30 PMClosed Sunday and MondayLive MusicThursday thru Saturday from 8:30 PM The "Havana Nights Piano Bar"  is a great addition to the night scene inVero Beach.  It offers live music, tapas and spirits.  As you can see from the picture above it has great ambiance, a nice com... 09/24/2007

                                                           Today I took a ride down the "Historic Jungle Trail".  It was a marvelous morning, sun shining, low 80's and low humidity.  I was the only one on the road, (it is still off-season) I had the windows down and the sun-roof open, it was exhilarating. I did pass one lady walking the trail and she had a great safari outfit on, all white, with a great white safari hat.  I wish now that I had taken a picture of her, it would have been such a great addition to this post.                                                                                                                                                     (Photo courtesy of Indian River Historical Society)                                                       The "Historic Ju... 09/20/2007

With a quality of life unique even to Florida, Indian River County is where lifestyle and work style unite to create a highly productive and profitable environment. Our Indian River County Chamber of Commerce is a county-wide organization representing the business community by providing services, benefits, and leadership for positive growth. We serve all of Indian River County including Vero Beach, Sebastian, Indian River Shores, Fellsmere, Wabasso, and the Town of Orchid. Indian River County Real Estate Find Indian River County Real Estate, including Indian River County Homes For Sale, Indian River County Home Values. Get access to Indian River County Real Estate Listings, including the MLS, new homes and foreclosures. Our free real estate services feature all of Indian River Counties... 09/19/2007

Vero Beach, Florida will be one of five locations in the state for a new organic grocery store. Publix GreenWise Markets is an organic grocery catering to a growing segment of health-conscious consumers. Publix has chosen Vero Beach as one of five areas statewide to launch its organic grocery. The first Publix GreenWise Markets will open on Sept. 27 in Palm Beach Gardens. Publix GreenWise Markets will open locations in Boca Raton, Vero Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Tampa and Coral Springs. “We’re always looking for areas of opportunity to serve our customers,” Brous said. “We look in areas where customers have a high shopping index … but we don’t go into a lot of details because of the competition.” Publix will convert its current 37,000-square-foot Miracle Mile store at 526 21st St. afte... 09/18/2007

                                                                                 DISNEY "Vero Beach Resort"9250 Island GroveVero Beach, FL  32963     Disney "Vero Beach Resort" is a great place to stay, especially if you are coming with kids.  This guarded resort sits on miles of unspoiled and uncrowded beaches.    At the center of the Disney "Vero Beach Resort" is the pool!!! Large, shaped like Mickey's head with slides and a Pirate Ship.  This is a dream come true for the children. If they get tired of the pool there is always the beach!!! Disney "Vero Beach Resort" offers many activities for all ages: Sing Along Campfire;  8:30 PM - M - W - F - S. Surfing Lessons; Surfboards, wetsuit, drinks and snacks provided.  (ages 12+) Snorkel Ears;  Basic snorkeling in the pool. ( ages 7-12) Fi... 09/17/2007

                                                              RIVERSIDE THEATRE3250 Riverside Park DriveVero Beach, FL   32963772.231.6990Vero Beach has one of the most vibrant professional theatres  -  RIVERSIDE THEATRE. If you come to Vero Beach you must come to one of these performances:                                        MAINSTAGE  Beyond the Rainbow - October 5 - 28, 2007                                  Judy Garland's 1961 concert at Carnegie Hall. Featuring more than 25 classic Garland songs. Greetings - November 15 - December 2, 2007                                  Tom Dudzick of Over the Tavern. A family suffering through the holidays. The Gorski family has unexpected guests. The Boy Friend - January 4 - 27, 2008                                  The French Riviera 1920's. ... 09/16/2007

                                                             The Florida Panther  ........   is fading from existence!! The Florida Panther is the official state mammal!!! You can purchase a Florida panther license plate to help support conservation efforts and show that you care!! ( I have mine.) You can help protect Florida panthers by driving carefully on roads in panther territory!!                                                  The Florida panther, PUMA CONCOLOR CORYI, is a subspecies of the cougar. The Florida panthers were once found throughout the southeastern United States but the population is now reduced to about 30 to 50 animals isolated in southern Florida. They roam only in the remote cypress swamps and hardwood hammocks of Florida south of Lake Okeechobee.  Habitat loss... 09/15/2007

                                                                                           I took these pictures on a cloudy day because you always see the bright blue sky and blue waters in most pictures that you see.  I like the cloudy days, the Indian River Lagoon takes on a different feel and you are able to see more of the  wildlife and there are fewer people out.  One of Florida's best kept secrets is the Indian River Lagoon, a gentle, narrow 150 mile-long waterway that starts near Palm Beach and extends northward almost to Cape Canaveral.                                                                        The Indian River Lagoon is actually an estuary - a mixture of fresh and salt water - and is the second largest after the Chesapeake Bay.  It is second to none in the number o... 09/14/2007

The Indian River School District, located in Southeastern Sussex County, is one of the largest school districts in the State of Delaware. Formed in 1969 by the consolidation of several smaller districts, the Indian River School District serves the towns of Selbyville, Frankford, Dagsboro, Gumboro, Fenwick Island, Bethany Beach, Ocean View, Millsboro and Georgetown.Based on enrollment, Indian River is the fifth largest of the state's 19 school districts. Geographically, it is the largest non-technical school district in Delaware, covering more than 360 square miles. A 10-member elected Board of Education serves as the main governing body.The district consists of seven elementary schools, two middle schools, two high schools, two special schools, an arts magnet school and an outdoor educa... 09/14/2007

Vero Beach and Indian River county Golf CoursesBent Pine Golf Club - Private 6001 Clubhouse DrVero Beach, Florida 32967Indian River CountyBlue/Red at Vista Royale Golf & Country Club - Semi-Private 100 Woodland DrVero Beach, Florida 32962Indian River CountyDodger Pines Country Club - Semi-Private 4600 26th StVero Beach, Florida 32966Indian River CountyDodgertown Golf Course - Public 4201 26th StVero Beach, Florida 32960Indian River CountyDunes at Sandridge Golf Club - Public 5300 73rd StVero Beach, Florida 32967Indian River CountyHawk's Nest Golf Club - Private 6005 Old Dixie HwyVero Beach, Florida 32967Indian River CountyIndian River Club - Private 800 Carolina Cir SWVero Beach, Florida 32962Indian River CountyLakes at Sandridge Golf Club - Public 5300 73rd StVero Beach, Florida 32967I... 09/14/2007

About Vero Beach/Indian River County recreationOver 112,000 people reside in Indian River County, enjoying a climate moderated by the warm tropical waters of the Gulf Stream. Balmy winters combine with summer's fresh ocean breezes to keep the average temperature a delicious 73 degrees, allowing residents to swim, golf, and play tennis all year long.Boat Ramps ParksIndian River County BeachesIndian River County Beaches NextSebastian Inlet State ParkBeaches, Boat Ramp, Boat Tours, Full Camping, Concessions, Canoeing, Fishing, Nature Trails, Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Surfing, Swimming, and Wildlife ViewingAmber Sands Beach ParkLocated 4.4 miles north of Wabasso Bridge, on Highway A1A. For more information, contact Vero Beach-Indian River County Recreation Department at 561/567-2144.Treasur... 09/14/2007

Cost of living indexing explanationA figure of 100 points is used as an average both for the USA and Florida. For example:Boise Idaho is ranked at a 99Boston Mass is rated at 240San Francisco at 217Statewide, Florida cities come in from a low of 90 and up.One way to compare Florida areas to salary requirementsFor example-If you were relocating from Portland Oregon (whose rate 1s 120) to Vero Beach, and you currently make $50,000 per year, the formula is as followsTake the destination index, in this case Vero-103.4 and divide by Portland’s index-120, then multiply by a salary of $50,000. This will give you a figure of $43,083.00 which would be required to make in Vero Beach to have the same quality of life.See comparable Florida statewide* Re cost of living--in some areas Real Estate has... 09/14/2007

Vero Beach, Real Estate is as unique as the Florida Keys from a lifestyle viewpoint. The recreational opportunities here are endless. The current Real Estate market offers buyers a great opportunity to own a piece of paradise in this incredible community.More Info Vero beachlocated in Indian River County, is the crown jewel of Florida's Treasure Coast. It enjoys an international reputation among vacationers and business executives alike. With a quality of life unique even to Florida, Indian River County is where lifestyle and work style unite to create a highly productive and profitable environment.Centrally located 75 miles south of the Kennedy Space Center and 135 miles north of Miami, our 543 square miles contain beautiful beaches, immaculate ocean and river front communities and end... 09/14/2007

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