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Dec 2, 2024 | 
floridatoday.com | Sara Paulson
With 45% of Brevard residents saying their life has been negatively impacted by substance abuse, you can help by sharing your experiences and thoughts. Town halls are set for Dec. 3 in Rockledge and Dec. 11 in MelbourneCan't attend? Please take a quick 11-question survey to helpWe’ve got an opioid epidemic, right here in Brevard County. And local officials want to talk about it – with you.
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Dec 2, 2024 | 
yahoo.com | Sara Paulson
Waiting to board her flight at Melbourne-Orlando International Airport, Meg Jones stumbled upon a pleasant surprise. After all, who couldn't use a pup to pet during the hustle and bustle of travel? Enter the MLB Comfort Canines.
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Nov 29, 2024 | 
news.yahoo.com | Sara Paulson
'We're usually the hurricane people': Cocoa kava bar steps up to help Helene victimsAfter seeing the destruction in North Carolina from Hurricane Helene, the owners of a Cocoa kava bar felt compelled to help those dealing with the destruction and aftermath. But that’s what's at the heart of no-alcohol kava bars. In addition to selling their kava and kratom— drinks there’s a strong desire to help others. “Things here are like a big family,” said Ty Shoff, 29, co-owner of Tyed’s Teahouse.
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Nov 29, 2024 | 
floridatoday.com | Sara Paulson
Tyed's Teahouse, a Cocoa kava bar, received seven truckloads of donations for Helene victims in North Carolina. Items delivered directly to hurricane victims'They couldn’t believe just some random kids were dropping stuff off'After seeing the destruction in North Carolina from Hurricane Helene, the owners of a Cocoa kava bar felt compelled to help those dealing with the destruction and aftermath. But that’s what's at the heart of no-alcohol kava bars.
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Nov 25, 2024 | 
floridatoday.com | Sara Paulson
Practice self-care, plan ahead and take on what you can realistically handleIt's okay to say "no" when your plate is full. If you're like most Americans, the season of giving is being served — with a side of additional stress. On the heels of a contentious presidential election, it’s not surprising that angst might be ramping up. Finances and inflation are top of mind for many – in the past year, 26.1% of crisis calls to 211 Brevard were related to housing and shelter needs.
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Nov 1, 2024 | 
yahoo.com | Sara Paulson
Manual Martinez is feeling some angst. The 44-year-old Cocoa man has been in the U.S. for 18 years. Five years ago, he legally became a citizen. But Martinez, who grew up in Communist Cuba, is worried about the future of the country he now proudly calls home. With the latest polls showing an extremely tight race between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, Martinez is concerned.
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Oct 29, 2024 | 
floridatoday.com | Sara Paulson
BAAB, the Brevard Association for the Advancement of the Blind, offers next steps for those reeling from a shocking diagnosis of vision loss. The Brevard Association for the Advancement of the Blind has been helping low- or no-vision people live independently since 1966. Melbourne Beach woman is passionate about helping others with vision loss. If there’s one thing Lea Gaffen wants, it’s a little more compassion.
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Oct 21, 2024 | 
floridatoday.com | Sara Paulson
All 67 Florida counties survey and report this data for an overall statewide view. From there, each county can focus on their most pressing health needs, thanks to the findings. Community Health Needs Assessment is done every three years in Brevard and each county in the stateResults paint accurate picture, helping craft community improvement plansIf you have thoughts or concerns about health care needs in Brevard, now’s your chance to say something – and be heard.
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Oct 11, 2024 | 
theledger.com | Jeffrey Meesey |Thomas Bender |Andrew West |Kaila Jones |Rick Neale |Rob Landers | +4 more
When is 2024 Atlantic hurricane season over? Season runs June 1 to Nov. 30 every year, with busiest part between August and October. Jeffrey Meesey Thomas Bender Andrew West Kaila Jones Rick Neale Rob Landers Tim Shortt Sara Paulson Malcolm Denemark Jennifer SangalangUSA TODAY NETWORK - FloridaIn Florida, at least 17 deaths have been attributed to Hurricane Milton a day after the storm officially exited the Sunshine State. However, as Florida digs through the damage, the death toll may be more.
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Oct 11, 2024 | 
floridatoday.com | Jeffrey Meesey |Thomas Bender |Andrew West |Kaila Jones |Rick Neale |Rob Landers | +3 more
When is 2024 Atlantic hurricane season over? Season runs June 1 to Nov. 30 every year, with busiest part between August and October. Jeffrey Meesey Thomas Bender Andrew West Kaila Jones Rick Neale Rob Landers Tim Shortt Sara Paulson Malcolm DenemarkUSA TODAY NETWORK - FloridaIn Florida, at least 17 deaths have been attributed to Hurricane Milton a day after the storm officially exited the Sunshine State. However, as Florida digs through the damage, the death toll may be more.
