Andrew Molloy installed as Exchange Club of Indian River President

Fertilizer restrictions to go into effect next month

A reminder from the Indian River Neighborhood Association to residents of Indian River County, City of Vero Beach, Sebastian and Orchid. We are coming into our rainy season when more nutrients such as nitrogen and phosphorous are likely to be washed from our lawns, driveways and roads into the storm water system and, ultimately, into our local waterways such as the Indian River Lagoon. The fertilizer ordinances passed by our communities goes into effect June 1st. It prohibits the use of lawn fertilizer between June 1st and September 30th. No fertilizer containing Phosphorous is to be used anytime. All fertilizers must contain at least 50% slow release Nitrogen. Finally, no fertilizer is to be applied within 10 feet of any ...

Oslo Middle student wins Americanism Essay contest

INDIAN RIVER COUNTY — A sixth-grade student recently won 1st place in a state essay contest where youth wrote about their pride in America, authorities said. The achievement earned the student more than $1,700 in awards from local non-profit organizations. Students from fifth through the eighth grade were allowed to participate in the Elks Grand Lodge Americanism Essay Contest. Oslo Middle School student and winner Rachel Estillore received a $1,500 check from the Florida State Elk's Association and a $250 check from the Vero Beach Elks Lodge for her essay, officials said. “I really want everyone to understand the true struggles of our veterans and how proud I am that they fought for our freedom!” Estillore said. The Elks Lodge chose ...

Student Health – Flu

The Swine Flu (H1N1 virus) isn't the only bug out there attacking immune systems. The regular seasonal flu is still a contender. Read on for a Q & A from the Indian River County School District. Click the link for the district's .pdf: Flu guide for parents