Photos courtesty of FWC (FWC) As winter storm Fern brings colder temperatures to much of the state, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is reminding the public how cold weather can impact wildlife, and what to do and what not to do if you encounter manatees, sea turtles or nonnative green iguanas. Manatees Manatees need access to water that is warmer than 68 degrees Fahrenheit to survive prolonged cold weather. As temperatures drop, Florida manatees mo

Heather Stapleton Reading The Lorax at Pelican Island Audubon House in Vero Beach I have read Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax more times than any grown adult should admit. Over the years, I’ve developed an untraditional take on the story - one that might surprise you. I don’t see the Lorax as the celebrated good guy everyone loves, nor do I think the Onceler is a cartoonishly villainous bad guy. To me, they’re more complicated. Recently, I’ve been thinking about these two highly flawed

ACO Masterworks performance in Stuart   The Atlantic Classical Orchestra (ACO), the Treasure Coast’s only professional orchestra will open its 2026 season next week with a dynamic blend of powerful Masterworks concerts and intimate Chamber Music performances. The upcoming season invites audiences to experience the full emotional range of classical music—from grand, sweeping orchestral works to close-up musical conversations—performed by world-class musicians right here on Flo

Ahoy, mateys and mermaids alike! Cannon’s Cove, a brand-new pirate and mermaid-themed indoor playground and party venue, is preparing to make a splash at the Vero Beach Outlets. Designed for children ages 1 to 12, Cannon’s Cove invites families to dive into a world of imagination, adventure, and active fun — all in a cool, colorful indoor setting perfect for year-round play. Created by local parents Hannah Bolin and Andrew Pensch, Cannon’s Cove was inspired by their son, Cann