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The 8 Best Sightseeing Tours in Florida!

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Florida Air Tours, Merritt Island, FL

Experience Florida’s best sights from a completely different perspective. Climb aboard the old-style biplane and take off on a wild adventure that shows you Florida’s wonders from on…
Experience Florida’s best sights from a completely different perspective. Climb aboard the…

The 10 Best Doughnut Shops in Florida!

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Donut Shop, Merritt Island, FL

Touted as the best doughnut in town, this doughnut hut offers some of the friendliest service you’ll find in the state. Walk right in and feel like family, then settle in to some of your…
Touted as the best doughnut in town, this doughnut hut offers some of the friendliest service…

9 Best Pancake Places in Florida

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Merritt Island Pancake House, Merritt Island, FL

If you love the idea of dessert pancakes, this place was made for you. Favorites like Nutella pancakes, M&M's pancakes, Reese’s peanut butter pancakes, and fresh fruit pancakes give you…
If you love the idea of dessert pancakes, this place was made for you. Favorites like Nutella…

The 10 Best Garden Centers and Nurseries in Florida!

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Rockledge Gardens, Rockledge, FL

Known as the largest garden center and nursery in Brevard County, Rockledge Gardens has everything you need to start or grow your outdoor space! Since 1960 they have been providing their customers…
Known as the largest garden center and nursery in Brevard County, Rockledge Gardens has everything…

The 8 Best Educational Activities for Children in Florida!

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Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, Merritt Island, FL

Does your child dream of exploring outer space? Aspiring astronauts and science lovers will have the time of their lives at the Kennedy Space Center in Merritt Island. From real encounter with your…
Does your child dream of exploring outer space? Aspiring astronauts and science lovers will have…

8 Best Places for Big Food in Florida

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Papa Vito’s Italian Restaurant, Cape Canaveral, FL

Their house 24-inch pizza pie is nothing short of stunning. They combine size and taste for a bold meal you’ll be talking about for months. Get it by the slice or grab a whole pie for the…
Their house 24-inch pizza pie is nothing short of stunning. They combine size and taste for a bold…

Best Pizza in Florida: Our 10 Favorites!

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Zarrella’s Italian and Wood Fired Pizza, Cape Canaveral, FL

This Italian restaurant in Cape Canaveral has the tastiest wood fire and brick oven-style pizzas in the whole state. Zarrella’s homemade pies topped with fresh meats, vegetables and cheeses are…
This Italian restaurant in Cape Canaveral has the tastiest wood fire and brick oven-style pizzas in…

The 10 Best Comedy Spots in Florida!

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Gregory’s Comedy Club, Cocoa Beach, FL

Every weekend visitors and Cocoa locals head over to Gregory’s for their hilarious adults only comedy shows. Featured comedians have appeared on HBO, Comedy Central, Showtime and even…
Every weekend visitors and Cocoa locals head over to Gregory’s for their hilarious adults…

9 Best Tattoo Parlors in Florida

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Endless Summer Tattoo, Cocoa Beach, FL

From the tiki bar-style front counter to the beach theme throughout the studio, the decor alone is enough to put your jittery nerves at ease. Here, it’s summer all year long and you can always…
From the tiki bar-style front counter to the beach theme throughout the studio, the decor alone is…

9 Best Neighborhood Bars in Florida

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Hunkerdown Hideaway, Cocoa Beach, FL

The Bloody Marys here are the only excuse you need to visit. More like a sippable appetizer, they’ve mastered the art of over-the-top cocktails that are an experience unto themselves. But the…
The Bloody Marys here are the only excuse you need to visit. More like a sippable appetizer,…
Best Things In & Around Merritt Island, FL
The 10 Best Doughnut Shops in Florida!

Donut Shop, Merritt Island, FL

Featured in The 10 Best Doughnut Shops in Florida!
Touted as the best doughnut in town, this doughnut hut offers some of the friendliest service you’ll find in the state. Walk right in and feel like family, then settle in to some of your… Read More
The 8 Best Educational Activities for Children in Florida!

Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, Merritt Island, FL

Featured in The 8 Best Educational Activities for Children in Florida!
Does your child dream of exploring outer space? Aspiring astronauts and science lovers will have the time of their lives at the Kennedy Space Center in Merritt Island. From real encounter with your… Read More
8 Best Places for Big Food in Florida

Papa Vito’s Italian Restaurant, Cape Canaveral, FL

Featured in 8 Best Places for Big Food in Florida
Their house 24-inch pizza pie is nothing short of stunning. They combine size and taste for a bold meal you’ll be talking about for months. Get it by the slice or grab a whole pie for the… Read More
The Best Sushi Restaurants in Florida!

Umami Restaurant and Sushi Bar, West Melbourne, FL

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Satisfy your sushi craving like there's no tomorrow at Umami. Their menu is built on traditional Japanese concepts while also incorporating progressive and innovative techniques. Plus they only use… Read More
The 8 Best Breweries in Florida!

Intracoastal Brewing Company, Melbourne, FL

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Intracoastal Brewing is one of our favorite spots on the East Coast. With a rotating menu of delicious and original brews, you’ll never be bored by their selection. Bring your growlers to bring… Read More
The 10 Best Garden Centers and Nurseries in Florida!

Rockledge Gardens, Rockledge, FL

Featured in The 10 Best Garden Centers and Nurseries in Florida!
Known as the largest garden center and nursery in Brevard County, Rockledge Gardens has everything you need to start or grow your outdoor space! Since 1960 they have been providing their customers… Read More
The 9 Best Places for Fried Chicken in Florida!

Bonnie Lee’s Fried Chicken, Saint Cloud, FL

Featured in The 9 Best Places for Fried Chicken in Florida!
You won’t find better fried chicken for miles around. This is the place people make special trips just for a meal of their scrumptious fried chicken and corn fritters. It’s Southern… Read More
The 10 Best Bike Shops in Florida!

Infinity Bike Shop, Melbourne, FL

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Infinity Bike Shop in Melbourne, Florida, was founded in 2010 as a full-service bicycle shop. Brands include Eddy Merckx, Felt, Scott, Sun Bicycles, Surly, Tern, KHS, and 3G. In addition to offering… Read More
10 Best Camping Spots in Florida!

Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground, Orlando, FL

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Not everyone wants to get away from civilization by camping. That helps explain why, in common with the rest of Disney World, their Fort Wilderness invariably continues to get the highest ratings.… Read More
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Events around Merritt Island, FL
Jan
28

Exhibition - Works by Delia Swenson and Jamille Haddad

9:00 AM
Studios of Cocoa Beach, Cocoa Beach, FL
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Jan
29

Exhibition - Works by Delia Swenson and Jamille Haddad

10:00 AM
Studios of Cocoa Beach, Cocoa Beach, FL
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Feb
01

Your Money Matters: Skills To Improve Financial Decision Making

6:00 PM
UF/IFAS Extension - Brevard County, Cocoa, FL
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Feb
05

Vanessa Collier

7:00 PM
The Chili Pepper Supper Club, Cocoa Beach, FL
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Feb
08

Your Money Matters: Skills To Improve Financial Decision Making

6:00 PM
UF/IFAS Extension - Brevard County, Cocoa, FL
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Feb
08

Shaun Martin

7:00 PM
The Chili Pepper Supper Club, Cocoa Beach, FL
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Feb
11

Space Coast Cars and Coffee - February Car Show

5:00 PM
Thrifty Parking Lot, Rockledge, FL
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Merritt Island News

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Law and Order Legislation

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
January 28, 2023
MIAMI — On Jan 26th, Governor Ron DeSantis announced his legislative proposal to maintain and further improve Florida’s 50-year record low crime rate. This proposal pushes back against… Read More

Memo: Flags at Half-Staff in Honor of Aerospace Hero Colonel Joseph W. Kittinger, Jr.

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
January 28, 2023
Colonel Joseph W. Kittinger, Jr. passed away on December 9, 2022, at the age of 94. Born and raised in the State of Florida, Colonel Kittinger was a proud Floridian who accomplished many aviation… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Hometown Heroes Program Reaches Milestone $50 Million Awarded for Down Payment and Closing Cost Assistance

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
January 27, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On Jan 25th, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that the Hometown Heroes housing assistance program has awarded more than $50 million in down payment and closing cost assistance… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Unprecedented Legislation to Empower Educators, Protect Teachers from Over Reaching School Unions and Raise Teacher Pay

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
January 24, 2023
JACKSONVILLE, FL — On Jan 23rd, Governor Ron DeSantis announced an unprecedented legislative proposal to create a Teacher’s Bill of Rights that empowers educators to be leaders in their… Read More

Governor DeSantis Announces Florida’s Unemployment Rate Drops to 2.5 Percent in December 2022

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
January 23, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On Jan 20th, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Florida’s unemployment rate dropped to 2.5 percent in December 2022, a historic low last reached in 2006, demonstrating… Read More

USDA Names 2023 Agricultural Outlook Forum Future Leaders in Agriculture Program Winners

January 23, 2023
Washington, DC ? The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has selected 30 university students who will attend USDA’s 2023 Agricultural Outlook Forum (AOF) as winners of the USDA Future Leaders… Read More

Biden-Harris Administration Launches New Efforts to Address the Wildfire Crisis

January 20, 2023
WASHINGTON, DC – On Jan 19th, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced expanded efforts to reduce wildfire risk across the western U.S. These investments, made possible through President… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Additional Funding to Support Floridians Impacted by Hurricane Ian

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
January 20, 2023
$1 million will support teachers impacted by Hurricane Ian and $13.8 million will support mental health services Tallahassee, FL — On Jan 19th, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that he has… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Nearly $20 Million for Water Quality Projects to Restore the Indian River Lagoon

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
January 20, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On Jan 19th, Governor Ron DeSantis announced nearly $20 million to support water quality improvement projects along the Indian River Lagoon (IRL). These projects will help… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Cabinet Invest Over $17.7 Million to Conserve 3,500 Acres in Florida

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
January 19, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On Jan 17th, Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Cabinet approved the investment of more than $17.7 million to conserve more than 3,500 acres across the state. The five… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Award of $100 Million for Beach Recovery Following Hurricanes Ian and Nicole

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
January 19, 2023
Funding to support restoration of Florida’s beaches, the state’s first line of defense against storm events Tallahassee, FL — On Jan 18th, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Initiative to make Protections from COVID Mandates Permanent, Enact New Protections for Free Speech for Medical Practitioners

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
January 18, 2023
Permanently Protecting Floridians from the “Biomedical Security State” Panama City Beach, FL — On Jan 17th, Governor Ron DeSantis announced a common-sense legislative proposal to… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Maria Bosque-Blanco to the School Board of Miami-Dade County

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
January 18, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On Jan 17th, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Maria Bosque-Blanco to the School Board of Miami-Dade County. Maria Bosque-Blanco Bosque-Blanco, of Miami,… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces the Appointment of Luis Soler as the Director of the Florida State Guard

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
January 18, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On Jan 17th, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Luis Soler as the Director of the Florida State Guard. Luis Soler Soler is the Deputy Director and Chief of… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Further Prohibits Woke ESG Considerations from State Investments

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
January 17, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On Jan 17th, Governor Ron DeSantis and Trustees of the State Board of Administration (SBA) formally approved measures to protect Florida’s investments from woke… Read More
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Rotary Park Nature Center

Rotary Park Nature Center
1899 South Courtenay Parkway, Merritt Island, FL
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Eastwood Skate Park

Eastwood Skate Park
290 Gus Hipp Boulevard, Rockledge, FL
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Cocoa Beach Skatepark

Cocoa Beach Skatepark
1450 Minuteman Causeway, Cocoa Beach, FL
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Riverwalk Park Nature Center

Riverwalk Park Nature Center
5355 US Highway 1, Rockledge, FL
About Us:Designed in the Florida Cracker style, the Riverwalk Nature Center features educational displays on the habitats and animals of the Indian... Read More

Lori Wilson Park

Lori Wilson Park
1500 North Atlantic Avenue, Cocoa Beach, FL
FeaturesADA AccessibleBeach AccessParkingPavilionPicnic AreasPicnic SheltersPicnic TablesPlaygroundRestroomsSecurityShowersSwimmingWaterThis 20-acr... Read More

Lazy Days Kayak Eco-Tours

Lazy Days Kayak Eco-Tours
599 Ramp Rd, Cocoa Beach, FL
Enjoy nature at its finest when you get Ric Hinman's "Lazy Days" Kayak Eco-Tours to take you on a relaxing journey through Cocoa Beach, Florida's b... Read More

Cocoa Beach Pier

Cocoa Beach Pier
401 Meade Avenue, Cocoa Beach, FL
It’s an adventure 800 ft. over the ocean! This historical landmark on the Space Coast was established in 1962. Home to 5 restaurants, 4 bars,... Read More

Brevard Zoo

Brevard Zoo
8225 North Wickham Road, Melbourne, FL
Our Mission: “We Share Our Joy of Nature to Help Wildlife and People Thrive.”To support that mission, we focus on: - Caring responsib... Read More

American Police Hall of Fame and Museum

American Police Hall of Fame and Museum
6350 Horizon Drive, Titusville, FL
About Us: The APHF (founded in 1960) is the nation's first national police museum and memorial dedicated to American law enforcement officers kille... Read More
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