Indian River Lagoon sales tax panel seeks to address its disconnect with public
by Dave Berman — May 11, 2018 The advisory committee tasked with tracking spending of a special lagoon sales tax is trying to strike a balance between complicated science and more easily understandable information. And to connect better with the public. At the Save Our Indian River Lagoon Citizen Oversight Committee’s most recent meeting, members questioned how… [Continue Reading]
Titusville Chamber Announces the 2017-18 Outstanding Young Adult Scholarship Winner
Bailey Ferguson, a senior at Astronaut High School, has been chosen to receive the $1000.00 Outstanding Young Adults Scholarship for the 2017-2018 school year. Bailey was chosen from among 18 qualifying North Brevard seniors, each of whom received a certificate of recognition for their performance academically and in the community. In addition to earning excellent grades, Bailey… [Continue Reading]
SpaceX shoots for next milestone: A more reusable Falcon 9
by Paul Brinkmann — May 4, 2018 Monday’s scheduled launch of SpaceX’s newest version of the Falcon 9 rocket is another big deal in the development of space exploration. It will be the first launch of the Block 5, a significant leap forward in rocket re-usability. The Block 5 is designed to fly 12 times without much work… [Continue Reading]
Titusville, FL – The Home of Rock Shrimp
The Keys have lobsters, Monroe County has Stone Crab Claws, Tarpon Springs has sponges, Cedar Key has clams and Titusville has rock shrimp. If you love seafood, especially Florida seafood, you understand how important seafood is to the history and culture of these cities and towns. Titusville is one of those cities. Titusville is synonymous… [Continue Reading]
Port Canaveral begins cruise terminal demolition to make way for $150 million Cruise Terminal 3
by Dave Berman — April 26, 2018 Port Canaveral Chief Executive Officer John Murray says it’s “a moment we have been waiting for,” as demolition began on the existing Cruise Terminal 3 on the port’s south side. Demolition of this relatively small cruise terminal will make way for what will be the largest single project in the… [Continue Reading]
Governmental Affairs Update – April 2018
The Governmental Affairs Committee met on Thursday, April 19, 2018. The committee, led by chairman Al Taylor (Coldwell Banker Coast Realty – Al Taylor), discussed the following: 2018 Candidate Meet and Greet which will take place on July 31st. 2018 Hob Nob (4 Chamber event) Citizens for Space Trip, May 15th – 18th The committee will next meet… [Continue Reading]
As space business grows, Ruag ramps up U.S. manufacturing
by Sandra Erwin — April 19, 2018 Swiss aerospace firm Ruag is a major supplier of components to the U.S. space industry. In anticipation of more business from rocket and satellite manufacturers, the company is ramping up investments in its U.S. operations in Alabama, Florida and in a… [Continue Reading]
North Brevard Areas Nominated as Federal “Opportunity Zones”
Two areas in North Brevard – one in downtown Titusville, the other in Port St. John – have been chosen for nomination as federal “Opportunity Zones.” The program was created under the federal tax law act, passed by Congress back in December. Governor Rick Scott consulted with Florida’s Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO), Brevard County commission… [Continue Reading]
Titusville Talking Points – April 2018
The Titusville Talking Points is published quarterly by the City of Titusville to inform its residents of improvements taking place around town. It features a list of newly established businesses, current and forthcoming construction projects and city government news. In the second edition of 2018, its highlights include: New condominiums at the former Randolph Inn… [Continue Reading]
Titusville Area Visitors Council Update – April 2018
The TAVC met on April 19, 2018 at Dixie Crossroads Seafood Restaurant. The committee discussed the following: The Titusville Area Visitors Council has released a fourth edition of the Stories and Adventures in Titusville newsletter, which features agri-tourism and blueberry season. Our fifth edition will be a two-part series on fishing fun. The Titusville Area… [Continue Reading]