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Satellite Beach Was Incorporated in 1957 Due to Rapid Expansion of Employment at Cape Canaveral

founded by Percy L. Hedgecock  ABOVE VIDEO: PART 1 – The City of Satellite Beach was incorporated in 1957 and is relatively new by Florida Standards. (City of Satellite Beach video) ABOVE VIDEO: PART 2 – The City of Satellite Beach was incorporated in 1957 and is relatively new by Florida Standards. (City of Satellite Beach video) […]

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Studying Physics in Microgravity

NASA/Zena Cardman In this Oct. 20, 2025, photo, tiny ball bearings surround a larger central bearing during the Fluid Particles experiment, conducted inside the Microgravity Science Glovebox (MSG) aboard the International Space Station’s Destiny laboratory module. A bulk container installed in the MSG, filled with viscous fluid and embedded particles, is subjected to oscillating frequencies

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Florida Forest Service Provides Safety Tips for Disposing of Christmas Trees

Florida Forest Service is encouraging Floridians to dispose of Christmas trees safely The Florida Forest Service, a division of the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, is encouraging Floridians to dispose of Christmas trees safely. BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA – The Florida Forest Service, a division of the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services,

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Brevard County’s Tim Thomas Among Those Appointed by Gov. Ron DeSantis to Space Florida Board of Directors

Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Belinda Keiser, Alex King, and Tim Thomas (Above) and the reappointment of Matthew Bocchino to the Space Florida Board of Directors. TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Belinda Keiser, Alex King, and Tim Thomas and the reappointment of Matthew Bocchino to the

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MURDER-SUICIDE: Central Florida Mother Dead, Teen Girl Shot After NFL Game Argument Turns Violent

‘A Family Destroyed’: Football Argument Leads to Tragic Murder-Suicide POLK COUNTY, FLORIDA – A domestic dispute inside a Central Florida home late Monday night ended in a deadly shooting that left a mother dead, her teenage daughter critically injured, and the suspected gunman dead by suicide just days before Christmas, Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd

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New Debarkation Ramp Enhances Passenger Experience at Port Canaveral’s Cruise Terminal 6

The project is part of a $2.5 million investment The project — representing a $2.5 million investment — streamlines the process of leaving the ship and retrieving luggage. The ramp now allows passengers to transition directly to the first-floor baggage hall, improving efficiency and reducing congestion during disembarkation. (Port Canaveral Image) BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA –

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Noble Horses and Thundering Jousts to Take Center Stage at Space Coast Renaissance Fair in Viera

For more information and tickets, visit spacecoastrenaissancefair.com  ABOVE VIDEO: 2026 Space Coast Renaissance Fair Set for January 10-11, 17-18 in Viera. Blend history with folklore, add colorful characters and lavish costumes, sprinkle in an immersive storyline, and stage it all at a centerpiece location in the heart of the Space Coast — that is

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NAR legislative priorities for 2026 focus on housing supply, affordability

There’s no shortage of differing opinions within housing, but one thing most industry professionals can agree on is that affordability is a key ongoing struggle for many prospective homebuyers.  Real estate agents and members of the National Association of Realtors (NAR) are on the front lines of this battle, as they work with buyers to

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DOJ wants antitrust review of real estate commissions in Davis suit

The Department of Justice (DOJ) wants a federal court in Philadelphia to take a close look at real estate agent commissions. Last Friday, the DOJ filed a statement of interest in the Davis homebuyer commission lawsuit filed in May 2024 against Howard Hanna Real Estate Services.  The statement of interest was signed by Assistant Attorney

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Compass-Anywhere deal may exceed DOJ market-share limits in some cities

Compass’s proposed acquisition of Anywhere Real Estate may give the firm some eyebrow-raising market share levels in certain markets across the country, according to analysis of RealTrends Verified data published by The Capitol Forum earlier this week. This includes more than 80% market share in both Newport Beach, California and Manhattan. According to the publication’s

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