Get scores on your cell Nov 29, 2008
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Top cross country runners head to North Carolina Nov 28, 2008
The buses will leave from Melbourne, but also will stop today in Titusville and Ormond Beach to pick up additional runners and entourage. Among the top runners from Brevard County competing are four-time state champion Kayla Hale from Holy Trinity; Bret Butler and Tyler Truitt from Holy Trinity's boys team; and Satellite High siblings Juliana and James Stern. (Florida Today)
Your views: Letters to the editor Nov 28, 2008
As a resident of Port St. John, I was glad to see the widening of the section of Grissom Parkway between Port St. John and Titusville ... I also noticed the roadway just south of Titusville, north of the airport road, is a black ribbon of smooth pavement ... The road looks to be years older than the road in the Titusville area. (Florida Today)
Pioneer home awaits rejuvenation Nov 28, 2008
TITUSVILLE -- The Pritchard House's peeling paint and sagging porch presents an eyesore for those entering Titusville's downtown -- but not for much longer ... The house's first owner, James Pritchard, established the Indian River State Bank in 1888, which was Titusville's first bank ... The Pritchard House in Titusville will undergo renovations, with construction beginning as early as December. (Florida Today)
Holiday will start cool, turn warm Nov 27, 2008
Areas north of Titusville, including the Scottsmoor and Port St. John area, may even experience some frost. "It'll definitely be chilly in the morning," said meteorologist Matt Volkmer. (Florida Today)
Titusville downtown to change Nov 27, 2008
QUESTION: What's the status of the U.S. 1 streetscape project in Titusville. ANSWER: Titusville approved a funding agreement with the Florida Department of Transportation at a recent community redevelopment meeting, under which the city would make a deposit of $1 ... At the December Titusville Community Redevelopment Agency meeting, board members will discuss cost estimates and the extension of reclaimed water into downtown, for which the city asked the county for $100,000. (Florida Today)
JV, freshman basketball teams launch new season Nov 27, 2008
TITUSVILLE Freshman and JV boys and girls basketball teams across Brevard County are aiming for success. After closing last season with a flourish, Titusville Highs freshman and JV boys basketball teams hope to point their way to new heights this year ... The large number of experienced sophomores is a welcome sight to Titusville JV coach Jason Berley, who lost several star players to this years varsity team. (Florida Today)
League forces Palm Bay team to forfeit win Nov 27, 2008
Two days after the Pirates defeated the Titusville Terriers 39-12 to advance to the second round of the playoffs, the league ruled that the game wouldnt be counted and the Pirates would forfeit at a closed-door appeals meeting held in Melbourne on Tuesday night ... With the leagues decision, eighth-seed Titusville (2-9) will now meet Rockledge in the playoff semifinals on Dec. 6 at Rockledge Park. (Florida Today)
Parrish swim team fosters future success Nov 27, 2008
TITUSVILLE Increased endurance, muscle strength, and cardio-vascular fitness are a few obvious reasons why swimming is a lifetime sport with numerous rewards ... She competed in her first meet in September and has since proven to be one of the top 6-Under swimmers in the Titusville area. (Florida Today)
War Eagles look to improve in girls basketball Nov 27, 2008
TITUSVILLE -- If their experience is any indication, the Astronaut War Eagles could soar, once again, this junior varsity girls basketball season ... The War Eagles last season tied cross-town rival Titusville for the county championship after compiling a 17-1 record ... Astronaut also finished last season with a 15-game win streak, with its only loss coming to Titusville in the third game of the season. (Florida Today)
Your views: Running out of gas Nov 27, 2008
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Youth football playoff scores, Nov. 23 Nov 27, 2008
Suntree/Viera Gold 30, Titusville 6 ... Titusville 1, Palm Bay 0 ... Titusville 26, Merritt Island 0. (Florida Today)
Titusville mayor seeks more residents' input on strategic planning Nov 26, 2008
Residents may get a larger role in Titusville's strategic-planning process, which guides the council's future decision-making. Mayor Jim Tulley brought the idea to his first council meeting as mayor on Tuesday. (Florida Today)
Live traffic: Possible delays in Titusville Nov 26, 2008
In Titusville, from Park Avenue to Pine Street, a construction project is under way to widen four lanes to six. 7:15 a.m.: No traffic accident reports. (Florida Today)
OPINION: FHSAA to combine districts Nov 26, 2008
All in all, not too bad, there will be 4-7 schools that have a ways to travel whether Orlando area north to Jacksonville or Orlando area west to the "Sarasota/Tampa area'. A look at 5A: District 1(Pensacola) will need to combine with District 2(Jacksonville). Same for both, but it is too far to reasonably expect much of a traveling crowd either way. Districts 3 and 4 are 'alright' to combine, there is some travel, but not too bad. Districts 5-10 should be fine. It is 'Tampa Area' towards... (The Insiders -- Florida Prep)
Astronaut Anchor Club welcomes new members Nov 25, 2008
Under the umbrella of the Titusville Pilot Club, the students serve in the community, have planning meetings and attend an annual convention ... Activities the club has participated in the past year include the annual Walk for Alzheimers, pumpkin carving at Joes Club, Honey Baked Ham sales, helping to paint and make repairs to an apartment in the Titusville Towers, providing a Christmas party at Joes club and selling carnations at Valentines Day to raise money for those with brain injuries. (Florida Today)
Rockledge Raiders advance in playoffs Nov 25, 2008
In Titusville, the Rockledge Pee Wees defeated the Suntree/Viera Lightning, 38-0. Chauncey Gardner and Jeluane Middleton each rushed for two touchdowns and Daunte Benjamin scored on a running play. (Florida Today)
Pet photos anticipated in calendar Nov 25, 2008
Copies of the calendar are available at all veterinary clinics, the Humane Societys Cocoa headquarters, its three Molly Mutt thrift shops and at Accent Framing in Titusville. In your voice. (Florida Today)
Bayside, Palm Bay advance Nov 25, 2008
Palm Bays Mighty Mites beat Suntree/Viera Blue 20-7, while the Palm Bay Pee Wees turned back Sebastian 27 -12 at Gibson Field in Titusville. In a Bantams division playoff game, Palm Bay overwhelmed Titusville 33-6 at Crane Field. (Florida Today)
Top 5 Brevard County teams Nov 25, 2008
Titusville (19-6) Terriers losing good libero in Facemyer. BOYS CROSS COUNTRY(final). (Florida Today)
Florida State Finishes Third At 2008 NCAA Cross Country Nationals Nov 25, 2008
1 (169th) and (Titusville, Fla. with 32:37. (Seminoles.com)
FEMA money to pave way for pier repair Nov 24, 2008
TITUSVILLE -- The Federal Emergency Management Agency approved $3 ... CRAIG RUBADOUX,,,9-27-07,,, Veterans Memorial Pier in Titusville sustained severe damage during Hurricane Wilma in 2005 when two boats smashed into it. (Florida Today)
Lets hear it for cheerleaders Nov 24, 2008
Throughout the summer, the girls ages 4 to 16 had cheered for all-male football teams from Titusville to Sebastian. But Brevard Countys Youth Football and Cheerleading Associations annual cheer competition was the opportunity for roughly 780 cheerleaders to shine. (Florida Today)
Mosquito Control seeks more room Nov 24, 2008
The options for a replacement mobile home include using a trailer on site at the airport now used by Brevard County Fire-Rescue and the Department of Forestry, or to use trailers in the Titusville area that could either be sold or moved down, he said. "We're going out to bid for a double-wide and replacing the two we have in Titusville, so we may put one of them down in Valkaria. We're looking at what kind of sell-back or credit we can get for them because they're about 10 years old," Simmons... (Florida Today)
Boys basketball season preview: Teams looking much different for Brevard Nov 24, 2008
Titusville, which came on during the 2007-08 season, could make a run at contention as well. Florida Air coach Aubin Goporo is one local coach hoping this season won't resemble the previous one. (Florida Today)
Bob Stover: Many factors affect story placement Nov 24, 2008
An article on Nov. 10 about Titusville High banning ice from the cafeteria during lunch because some students had been getting into ice fights ... The caller was from Titusville, and she certainly thought it was. (Florida Today)
Playoffs: Rookies 11/23 Nov 24, 2008
Alton Johnson (20) of Titusville runs past Zachariah Beagle (34) and Andrew Madlener (21) of Suntree/Viera on Sunday at Rockledge Park. . (Florida Today)
Fed report vindicates ill Gulf War vets Nov 24, 2008
"There were so many reports," said Knight, 59, of Titusville. He spent 28 years in the Army. (Florida Today)
Brevard runners win four state cross country titles Nov 23, 2008
Other Brevardians: Thomas Taurasi, Titusville, 48th, 16:49 ... Brevard teams: Satellite, second, 138; Rockledge, 11th, 314; Titusville, 22d, 530 ... Titusville: Teresa Huff, 40th, 20:01; Casey Corley, 96th, 21:29; Erica Halvorson, 98th, 21:31; Reanne Graves, 144th, 22:36; Catherine Norris, 152nd, 22:58; Katie Nettuno, 153rd, 23:22; Patricia Sawyer, 162nd 23:59. (Florida Today)
Latest arrest reports Nov 23, 2008
Arrested: Lakisha Sharell Carmichael, 32, of 1280 Pinevalley Lane, Titusville ... Arrested: Eric Adin Santiago, 35, of 3695 Royal Oak Drive, Titusville. (Florida Today)
Ceremony to honor Civil War soldier Nov 22, 2008
TITUSVILLE A tribute and dedication to Capt. James Pritchard, a Titusville pioneer and Civil War soldier, will begin at 10:30 a.m. Nov. 29 at Oaklawn Cemetery on Garden Street ... He moved to Brevard County in 1891, where he established Titusvilles first bank. (Florida Today)
Daily Bread chief says he is fed up Nov 22, 2008
Two other locations also offer a hot meal: the Central Brevard Sharing Center in Cocoa and the Salvation Army in Titusville. The latest roadblock to Daily Bread came when the city and the Melbourne Airport Authority seemed close to allowing the soup kitchen to build on airport property. (Florida Today)
Museum program to detail Titantic disaster Nov 22, 2008
TITUSVILLE Historical re-enactors and educators will present eyewitness accounts of the Titanic disaster at RMS Titanic: An Afternoon to Remember, on Monday at the North Brevard Historical Museum in downtown Titusville. The event begins at 2 p.m. at the museum, 310 S. Washington Ave.. (Florida Today)
Our views: Honoring volunteers Nov 22, 2008
Dr. Bhalani, an obstetrician/gynecologist at Parrish Medical Center in Titusville, works to provide thousands of needy people with critical medical care and supplies free of charge. He established the Doctors Goodwill Foundation, which sends teams of physicians to disaster areas in the United States and abroad. (Florida Today)
Police: Man charged $6,000 on stolen credit card Nov 21, 2008
Police believe the same suspect committed similar crimes in Titusville, Melbourne and Viera, Surmaczewicz said. Anyone who knows this man's identity is asked to call Investigator Scott Brozio at 386-506-5893. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Jail supervisor fights disciplinary action Nov 21, 2008
A Brevard County jail supervisor is fighting disciplinary action he received for using inmates and a trailer from the jail farm to help his brother's campaign fundraiser at a Titusville park ... A Titusville police officer arrived and started taking a report. (Florida Today)
'Florida Today' lauds local volunteers Nov 21, 2008
In addition to helping deliver about 10,000 babies in Brevard County, the 60-year-old Titusville physician finds time to promote his Doctors' Goodwill Foundation, a charitable organization that provides medical care and supplies to needy people around the world. He said he hopes this accolade -- being named FLORIDA TODAY's Volunteer of the Year 2008 -- will help encourage others to share his vision. (Florida Today)
Some cold-night shelter beds empty Nov 21, 2008
At the Salvation Army shelter, 1218 Main St., in Titusville, officials saw a similar turnout. Social worker Cathy Quesinberry said only seven of its 14 beds were filled. (Florida Today)
Titusville to honor civic volunteer Nov 21, 2008
TITUSVILLE Friends and family this weekend will celebrate the life of Francis Reilly, an active civic volunteer who died two weeks ago. The ceremony will begin at 10:05 a.m. Saturday at the Valcenti Pavilion at Sandpoint Park. (Florida Today)
Brevard well represented in playoffs tonight Nov 21, 2008
In addition, Titusville was 5-5. Yet tonight, at 7:30 to be specific, the seven left open the playoffs against teams geographically ranging from Delray Beach to Tallahassee. (Florida Today)
Prison release is a tie that binds Nov 20, 2008
Wilton Dedge drove down from Titusville and arrived seconds before Dillon strolled out of the Brevard County Detention Center. "Goodness gracious, I get one from you, too?" Dillon asked Dedge as their handshake became a hug. (Florida Today)
Live traffic: Accident in Melbourne Nov 20, 2008
In Titusville, from Park Avenue to Pine Street, a construction project is under way to widen four lanes to six, with milling and resurfacing of asphalt pavement, drainage and street lighting improvements. 7 a.m.: Equipment upgrades. (Florida Today)
Metromix Brevard the place for find fun Nov 20, 2008
g., "Cocoa Beach seafood or beach pizza) What RPattz thinks of 'Twilight,' Kristen Stewart and teen girls You can save money and still party hearty Nov. 20-23: It's the week before Turkey Day, let loose before the family comes over The stars were out in Melbourne Nov. 14-15 photo 2 of 26 Party girls November 14, 2008 has a little bit of something for everyone. The pub -- located in downtown Melbourne -- features three themed bars. Check out the whiskey, lava or tiki bars. Denene Fehr,... (Florida Today)
Inmate charged with sex assault in court today Nov 20, 2008
A Titusville man charged with murdering his roommates and their 5-year-old daughter will appear before a judge today on new charges that he helped three fellow jail inmates restrain and sexually assault a fifth man ... Heyne is already being held without bond in a separate case in which he is charged with three counts of first-degree murder in connection with the March 30, 2006, shooting deaths of Benjamin Hamilton, Sarah Buckoski and 5-year-old Ivory Hamilton in their Titusville home. (Florida Today)
Matt Reed: Surf's up, but not at our expense Nov 20, 2008
The incident occurred June 14, when Rainey towed the trailer to Sand Point Park in Titusville for a political picnic for his brother, Jeff Rainey, then a candidate for county commission ... He also is an auxiliary deputy and former vice mayor of Titusville. (Florida Today)
High school football statistics Nov 20, 2008
Titusville -- 10 -- 1291 -- 2029 -- 3,320 -- 332 ... Titusville -- 10 -- 2007 -- 850 -- 2,857 -- 286. (Florida Today)
Motherly concern boundless for one astronaut Nov 20, 2008
As a military family, they traveled around a lot, but one of their favorite places to go was Johnson's hometown of Titusville. Whenever Kimbrough went to the Space Coast to see his grandparents, he wanted to watch any shuttle launches. (Florida Times-Union)
Titusville Terriers advance to postseason Nov 19, 2008
TITUSVILLE Get your brackets ready. Three Titusville Terriers youth football teams have made it into the postseason and will compete in first-round playoff games this Sunday ... In their first season playing together as a program after a years hiatus and newly renamed as the Terriers, Titusvilles Rookies, Bantams and Juniors division teams have advanced to play in the Super Bowl tournament. (Florida Today)
Raiders ready for the postseason Nov 19, 2008
The Rockledge Pee Wees will feature the second-seeded team against the seventh seed, the Suntree/Viera Lightning at 4:30 p.m. Sunday at Gibson Field in Titusville. The Pee Wees, 9-1, used their week off to get players healthy and to re-establish their running game. (Florida Today)
Port St. John nails down playoff berths Nov 19, 2008
The Rockets Seniors sat at 2-8 and tied with Sebastian and Titusville for the final playoff spot at the beginning of Saturday. Port St. Johns playoff chances then took a hit with a 38-8 loss to the Bulldawgs. (Florida Today)
Fire department to offer free CPR classes Nov 19, 2008
TITUSVILLE The Titusville Fire and Emergency Services Department, in partnership with Parrish Medical Center, is offering free CPR classes to the community starting Friday ... Classes will be at the departments training room, on the second floor of the Titusville fire department headquarters at 550 S. Washington Ave. from 6 to 10 p.m.. (Florida Today)
Jury Awards $16.5 Million in Fentanyl Death Case Nov 18, 2008
In the lawsuit, Mrs. DiCosolo's family argued that the defendants, Titusville, N.J.-based Janssen Pharmaceutica Inc. and Mountain View, Calif. -based ALZA Corporation, knew about the Duragesic patch's problems, which allowed the patches to leak fentanyl in amounts large enough to kill the patients using it. (PR Newswire)
Cheerleading finals set for Saturday Nov 18, 2008
Besides West Melbourne, girls representing other league programs including Palm Bay, Port St. John, Suntree/ Viera, Bayside, Sebastian, Melbourne, Rockledge, Merritt Island, South Beach and Titusville. Win or lose, these girls have a great idea that the big win is their perseverance and teamwork, Brenda Nouisain, Palm Bay Juniors division cheer coach said. (Florida Today)
Palm Bay, Bayside teams qualify for playoffs Nov 18, 2008
PALM BAY Both youth football programs from the Palm Bay area closed out the regular season on the road on Saturday with the Pirates traveling to Titusville, and Bayside played at Merritt Island ... In a final regular season game, Palm Bays Rookies had to win against Titusville to secure a playoff berth ... Titusville won the game 13-7 with two scores in the last two minutes and advanced to the postseason. (Florida Today)
Titusville renovation projects under way Nov 17, 2008
TITUSVILLE -- Customers at Titusville City Hall probably wondered about having to transact planning department business over folding tables last week ... In another Titusville municipal renovation, the police department nears the end of its building project, which includes installing hurricane-proof glass for the lobby and revamping the investigations area ... Public-works and in-house employees did most of the work to save money, Titusville Police Department Maj. (Florida Today)
Our views: Sworn to serve Nov 17, 2008
Fisher also brings tested competence to the task, having served on both Palm Bay and Titusville councils along with civic boards. Newcomer Infantini, with a background in auditing for the Brevard Clerk of the Courts, is the wild card when it comes to public service. (Florida Today)
11/15 Class 2A State swimming results Nov 17, 2008
(tie) Rockledge, Eagle Lake-Lake Region, Titusville (3) ... Catherine Duquet, Titusville (:24 ... Catherine Duquet, Titusville (1:04. (Florida Today)
Defense launches Astronaut's win Nov 16, 2008
On a night when the space shuttle Endeavour blasted successfully into orbit, the Titusville-Astronaut high school football rivalry exploded with plenty of fireworks of its own ... With the game on the line, Astronaut stopped Titusville twice on downs to escape with a 21-14 victory before an estimated 5,000 fans at the Terriers' Al Werneke Field ... The War Eagles, who had struggled at times against Titusville star quarterback Conor Szczerba and running back Alex Hamilton, stopped the Terriers... (Florida Today)
Protesters decry use of elephants in circus show Nov 15, 2008
Nicole Ross of Titusville said her daughter, Maggie, couldn't believe she'd be able to get near the pachyderm ... Circus of the Stars Where: Miracle City Mall in Titusville When: Show times are 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. today How much: $17 for adults and $12 for children. (Florida Today)
High school football Week 11 Nov 15, 2008
The Astronaut War Eagles hold off the Titusville Terriers 21-14 with two big defensive stands. 11/15 [1:25 am. (Florida Today)
Astro.-Titusville Nov 15, 2008
Titusville running back Marcus Alston runs the ball against Astronaut. The War Eagles won 21-14. (Florida Today)
Groups pack food baskets for holidays Nov 14, 2008
TITUSVILLE Turkey, ham, stuffing, mashed potatoes dripping with gravy, vegetables and pie these are some of the foods that make a mouth-watering Thanksgiving dinner, according to North Brevard Charities Executive Director, Joe Robinson ... Donations may be brought or sent to North Brevard Charities at: 4475 S. Hopkins Ave. Titusville ... -- Indian River City United Methodist Church, 1355 Cheney Highway in Titusville: With a goal of collecting a ton of food for the needy in November, the... (Florida Today)
Drivers pumped up as gas price drops Nov 14, 2008
989 a gallon at the Chevron station on U.S. 1 in Titusville, and nearby resident Doris Zinkovich couldn't be happier ... The Titusville Chevron station was among the first in Brevard County to go below the $2-a-gallon threshold for regular unleaded ... In Titusville, several gas stations along the U.S. 1/Washington Avenue corridor were selling regular unleaded gas prices for less than $2 a gallon Thursday. (Florida Today)
Painting displays Floridas natural landscape Nov 14, 2008
Plans are for it to be moved after November to the Cancer Center in Titusville as part of the Brevard Cultural Alliance Art in Public Places program. The work was a labor of love, Pigon said, based on his interest in the environment. (Florida Today)
Rising Stars cut loose with Night of Improv Nov 14, 2008
TITUSVILLE Its totally unscripted ... Its Night of Improv by Rising Stars Theater, and youre invited to join at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Nov. 14 and 15 at Titusville Playhouse ... Where: Emmas Attic in Titusville Playhouse Tickets: Cost is $10; $7 for students. (Florida Today)
