Andy Hodges

2 weeks ago | sebastiandaily.com | Andy Hodges

Last night, the City of Sebastian held a workshop to discuss the future renovations of Riverview Park. The meeting brought together residents and business owners to share ideas and concerns about the proposals. The city has already held meetings to discuss the park, and two conceptual plans (A and B) were presented at this workshop. City Manager Brian Benton explained that they initially planned to spend $1 million to replace the old splash pad, a water play area for kids.

2 weeks ago | sebastiandaily.com | Andy Hodges

Termites might be tiny, but they’re causing big problems—and they’re hitching rides on boats to do it. A new study from the University of Florida shows that private boats, like yachts and sailboats, are helping these wood-eating pests spread across the globe. The research, led by scientist Thomas Chouvenc, suggests that humans are accidentally giving termites a free ticket to invade new places.

2 weeks ago | sebastiandaily.com | Andy Hodges

VERO BEACH – The United Way of Indian River County is inviting the public to its Third Annual Trike Wars and Thank You Block Party on Friday, May 2, starting at 5 p.m. at Sailfish Brewery in Vero Beach. The star of the night is Trike Wars, a thrilling relay race where teams from big local companies battle it out on tricycles. These teams come from United Way’s Torchbearer Workplaces—businesses that give $12,000 or more each year through their employees and company donations.

2 weeks ago | sebastiandaily.com | Andy Hodges

VERO BEACH – The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 56 will host a Boating Safety Training Class in Vero Beach aimed at equipping boaters with essential skills and knowledge for safe and legal operation. The event, led by certified instructors, is scheduled for Saturday, April 19, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at American Legion Post 39, located at 1535 Old Dixie Hwy, Vero Beach, FL 32960. This comprehensive, day-long course is designed for boaters of all experience levels.

2 weeks ago | sebastiandaily.com | Andy Hodges

The Florida Highway Patrol has announced the arrest of a Sebastian man following a horrific crash last week on an Interstate 95 exit ramp that left three people dead and several others injured. Vernon Hodges, 41, of Sebastian, now faces a staggering 17 serious charges, including DUI manslaughter and capital felony murder, after being released from the hospital where he was treated for injuries sustained in the incident.