Holiday charities wish for miracle Nov 13, 2009
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World-class quartet plays intimate venue Nov 13, 2009
The Greater Canaveral Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society will perform at 3 p.m. Sunday at First United Methodist Church of Titusville, 206 S. Hopkins Ave. A freewill offering will be accepted. Call 636-0900. (Florida Today)
Your views: Deliberating health care (Nov. 13) Nov 13, 2009
Your views: Deliberating health care (Nov. Your browsers security settings are preventing some features from appearing. (Florida Today)
Cummings on commitment, visits, and coaches Nov 13, 2009
Four-star defensive lineman Darious Cummings from Titusville (FL) Astronaut was the first commitment in the 2010 class for Florida State. Since that commitment, Cummings stock has exploded due to his stellar play on the field. (Florida State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Brevard's gridiron girl Nov 12, 2009
Sr. Flag: Titusville vs. Melbourne, 9 a.m. ... Seniors: Titusville vs. Melbourne, 7 p.m.More onlineOn Saturday, Super Bowl results, highlights and photo galleries from each of the eight Super Bowls will be available following the conclusion of each game at floridatoday. (Florida Today)
Season at end for Tigers' freshman football squad Nov 12, 2009
Cocoa Beach's JV team (2-2-1) played well in county play under coach Willy Franklin, beating rival Melbourne Central Catholic twice, 8-0 and 21-16, before losing to Titusville, 33-12, and Cocoa to end the season. Cocoa Beach's middle school team (4-2) finished its season by losing to South Daytona Warner Christian, 36-14, and beating Holy Trinity Episcopal, 29-14. (Florida Today)
Titusville wants shuttle for KSC display Nov 12, 2009
Titusville hopes retired orbiter can stay at KSC on display. BY AMANDA STRATFORD FLORIDA TODAY November 11, 2009. (Florida Today)
Missing Cumming boater turns up in Bahamas Nov 11, 2009
Collins has since resumed his journey to Florida, with a final destination of Titusville near Cape Canaveral. More on ajc. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Veterans Day closings Nov 11, 2009
Titusville garbage will be collected. Most Recommended Articles. (Florida Today)
City configures Wi-Fi plan Nov 10, 2009
TITUSVILLE Titusville officials think free wireless Internet throughout the city could help draw young entrepreneurs and boost the local economy ... Titusville is working with VAPP Inc., an Altamonte Springs-based wireless communications company, to create mesh networks downtown ... Barbara Nettuno works to complete a correspondence Bible school course using free Wi-Fi at Sunrise Bread Company in downtown Titusville. (Florida Today)
Background checks vital for volunteer groups Nov 10, 2009
The school's network technology technician has been a volunteer mentor to the 17-year-old Titusville cheerleader for four years, guiding her through driving lessons and college entrance exams, and helping out with homework and books ... Laura Saavedra, right, network technology technician at Astronaut High in Titusville, is a teacher and mentor for Sha'nokwa Shellman, a senior and a cheerleader. (Florida Today)
Seniors keep eyes on the prize -- college Nov 9, 2009
Eau Gallie High band members Rebecca Shaver, top, and April VanDegna play during a recent game at Titusville High. Members of the class of 2010 hope their extracurricular activities and stellar applications will get them into their chosen colleges. (Florida Today)
Veterans support clubs are thriving Nov 9, 2009
From Titusville to Palm Bay, they report increased membership and solvent budgets. "We're doing fine here," said Al "Gunner" Dudley, quartermaster for the American Legion Post 4228 in Titusville. (Florida Today)
Winless '79 Gators memorable Nov 8, 2009
Robin Fisher, now a Brevard County Commissioner who owns a Titusville insurance agency, led the Gators in tackles that season, the only UF defensive linemen to have ever done so. "Coach Pell used to have a deal that if we won a ballgame, we'd get a victory cigar," Fisher said. (Florida Today)
Beneath surface, a life of violence Nov 8, 2009
"According to the Department of Corrections, Curtis Jones Sr., who still lives in Brevard, has visited his children regularly, though Catherine said the relationship can be strained. FLORIDA TODAY unsuccessfully tried to contact him for this report.First investigationA few months after Parks left in 1989, Curtis Jones Sr. was charged with attempted second-degree murder for shooting two men in a Titusville pool hall. Charges later were reduced to a misdemeanor when police decided the shooting was... (Florida Today)
Woman, 102, celebrates birthday with friends Nov 8, 2009
"My brains and my teeth went haywire," the Titusville woman quips ... Susan Thiem of Titusville, right, celebrates her 102nd birthday at Portofino Italian Grill in Titusville with friends Lynn Smith, left, and Dorrie Klen. (Florida Today)
War Eagles dominate on the ground Nov 7, 2009
"I'm proud of the kids. We're back in the playoffs and that's how War Eagle football should be."We're happy with that, but we've got business we have to take care of next week against Titusville. "WHAT IT MEANS: As a result of Cocoa's win over Rockledge, Astronaut finishes second in the Class 2A, District 3 standings and clinches a playoff spot. The War Eagles host cross-town rival Titusville in their regular-season finale next Friday. Space Coast finishes the regular season at home against the... (Florida Today)
Titusville aide group sends help to Pacific Nov 7, 2009
TITUSVILLE Air Mobile Ministries dispatched nine Vortex Voyager water filtration and purification units to the Philippines this week in response to the devastation left by three typhoons ... "That really, really got my attention," said Joe Hurston, president of the Titusville-based Air Mobile Ministries, a nonprofit group that carries out disaster relief around the world. (Florida Today)
Swine flu shots slated Nov 7, 2009
Titusville Clinic, 611 Singleton Ave., Titusville. (1,000 vaccines). (Florida Today)
Our views: Troubling legacy Nov 6, 2009
A long legacy of incompetence at the countys two publicly funded shelters, one in Melbourne and one in Titusville, has created the mess, including a history of shoddy recordkeeping, ineffective leadership, inadequate training and staffing, and haphazard rabies vaccinations. The operational woes have been cited in audits conducted by the county. (Florida Today)
For Tech, defense the difference Nov 6, 2009
Junior and Titusville High graduate Rachel Devlin, who has patrolled the right flank with toughness and verve, rounds out the back line fronting Pyles. Devlin has played 1,311 minutes, sixth best on the team. (Florida Today)
Plan leaves snapper fishermen in a knot Nov 5, 2009
"I don't think anybody wins in that kind of regulation," said Michael Merrifield, general manager at Wild Ocean Seafood Market in Titusville, which sells to individuals and to restaurants. "I'm all about conservation. What we're not in favor of is draconian measures.". (Florida Today)
Shurburtt: Plenty of changes » Nov 5, 2009
Grandview) moved up 33 spots to No. 110, Florida State commit (Titusville, Fla. Astronaut) moved up 10 spots to No. 124, and Texas commit (Haltom City, Texas/Haltom) moved up 11 spots to No. 88. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Viera golf finishes strong at state Nov 5, 2009
The Viera girls, who shot 633, eight shots back, are the first Brevard team to finish so highly in a state golf tournament since the 1972 Titusville girls were the state runners-up. Viera's boys improved by 16 strokes to a 295. (Florida Today)
Rising Stars kids don't play at competing Nov 4, 2009
The performers of Rising Stars Theater have a two-word rebuttal to the complaint "There's nothing to do in Titusville" -- Get involved ... Rising Stars Theater is a youth theater program offered through the Titusville Playhouse ... They are holding themselves to a high standard, and it's showing in rehearsal," said director Rebecca Charvet.Prior to their competition, Rising Stars will perform the show for their hometown -- Titusville -- in Emma's Attic, the cozy theater space above the main... (Florida Today)
Swine flu shot clinic scheduled Saturday Nov 4, 2009
Titusville Clinic, 611 Singleton Ave., Titusville. Viera Clinic, 2555 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Viera. (Florida Today)
Woman's burned body found in mobile home Nov 3, 2009
TITUSVILLE The burned body of a woman was found in her mobile home at the KOA campground in Mims Monday morning, authorities reported. A home health nurse on a scheduled visit called 9-1-1 after she looked through a window to discover the woman lying unresponsive on the living room floor. (Florida Today)
Scholarship fund to aid student firefighters Nov 3, 2009
TITUSVILLE Alan Colquhoun became a firefighter to help people ... Alan Colquhoun, 33, was a Titusville firefighter for 13 years ... In 2007, he was named City of Titusville employee of the month for his "compassion and action" helping a motorist stranded on the side of the road in a hot car. (Florida Today)
Volunteers screened before working with children, elderly Nov 2, 2009
Saavedra, the school's network technology technician, has been a volunteer mentor to Shellman, a 17-year-old Titusville, Fla. cheerleader, for four years, guiding her through driving lessons and college entrance exams, and helping out with homework and books. (Florida Today)
Q&A: possible zone changes Nov 2, 2009
But the district also has areas that are losing students, such as Titusville and many beachside communities. Overall, there are 650 fewer students in Brevard public schools this year. (Florida Today)
Land attitude may have shifted Nov 1, 2009
Said Commissioner Robin Fisher, a Titusville Democrat: "If we're going to get into ecotourism, we've got to have at least one person on the board who thinks about marketing and driving people to EEL sites.". Contact Reed at 242-3631 or. (Florida Today)
Phillip W. Griffin Nov 1, 2009
brothers Donald E. Griffin of Quinlan, Texas, Aldin Griffin of Titusville, Fla. and Jerry L. Griffin of Mulberry; six grandchildren, Jennifer, Jessica, Jerrod, Shawn, Keaton, and Dawson; and six great-grandchildren. (Lake Wales News, FL)
DIRECTOR OF NURSING Nov 1, 2009
com - CareerBuilder - Jobs. com/jobseeker/jobs/ForceBoostandRedirect. (Florida Today)
Your views: Letters to the editor Nov 1, 2009
Your browsers security settings are preventing some features from appearing. Pro-Israel letter is more propaganda. (Florida Today)
Your views: Speaking out on issues Nov 1, 2009
Your browsers security settings are preventing some features from appearing. Pro-Israel letter is more propaganda. (Florida Today)
Our views: Classroom equality Nov 1, 2009
Students in three other neighborhoods, one each in Cocoa, Titusville and Rockledge, are also affected by the policy. Targeting mostly minority kids for busing to achieve diversity seems unfair, and the situation needs review. (Florida Today)
'Noles win shootout against N.C. State Nov 1, 2009
Your browsers security settings are preventing some features from appearing. Noles win shootout against N.C. State. (Florida Today)
Our views: Don't leave diversity out of redistricting Nov 1, 2009
Students in three other neighborhoods, one each in Cocoa, Titusville and Rockledge, are also affected by the policy. Targeting mostly minority kids for busing to achieve diversity seems unfair, and the situation needs review. (Florida Today)
It's 'trunk or treat' Nov 1, 2009
Elsewhere included firehouses in Titusville, the Merritt Square Mall and numerous churches across Brevard County that sponsored pumpkin patches and "trunk or treat" festivities ... "We're part of the neighborhood," said Wally Kohler, a driver/operator at Fire Station No. 10 on Singleton Avenue in Titusville ... Those firehouses more ingrained in neighborhoods with longtime residents tend to busier with trick or treaters than those areas of Titusville where the population frequently changes. (Florida Today)
Reminder: Replace batteries Nov 1, 2009
Fire departments -- including Brevard County, Melbourne, Palm Bay and Titusville -- are urging residents to use this morning's time change as a reminder to check smoke detectors and change the batteries ... Titusville: 383-5708. (Florida Today)
Land attitude may have shifted Nov 1, 2009
Said Commissioner Robin Fisher, a Titusville Democrat: "If we're going to get into ecotourism, we've got to have at least one person on the board who thinks about marketing and driving people to EEL sites.". Contact Reed at 242-3631 or. (Florida Today)
Week 9: Eau Gallie at Titusville Oct 31, 2009
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Laws, support needed to stem domestic violence Oct 30, 2009
Titusville Police Department victim advocate Michelle Glover suggested there was another flaw in the justice system. I think that if we could get laws passed that the abuser would have to stay in jail for more than just 24 hou 00004000 rs, she said, interrupted by applause. (Florida Today)
OK, Space Coast, it's time to get your freak on Oct 30, 2009
Sports Edge Bar and Grill, 4702 S. Washington Ave., Titusville, will host a Halloween party with costume contest and cash prizes about 9 p.m. Saturday. Call 269-4772. (Florida Today)
Your views: Political tongue-lashings Oct 30, 2009
Your browsers security settings are preventing some features from appearing. Graysons behavior unseemly. (Florida Today)
Our views: Fighting crime Oct 30, 2009
Such as Titusville resident Terrence Oliver, whose 32 felonies include armed robbery, home invasion, resisting a police officer with violence and sexual battery. Detectives believe he shot and killed 25-year-old Krystal Marie Pinson this summer during a home-invasion double homicide. (Florida Today)
Community briefs Oct 29, 2009
Junior tennis clinics will be offered for beginners and intermediates, ages 8 to 16, at Singleton Courts in Titusville. Clinics will be Mondays and Wednesdays from 5 to 6 p.m. beginning Nov. 9 at a fee of $50. (Florida Today)
Hometown Heroes Oct 29, 2009
Dry is a 2005 graduate of Titusville High School ... Date Submitted: 07 - 20 - 2009 Brevard County Connection: Titusville Branch: U.S. Air Force Rank: Staff Sergeant Comments: Enlisited the air force in 2001. (Florida Today)
Our views: Taking a stand Oct 29, 2009
And at 6 tonight, FLORIDA TODAY, Parrish Medical Center in Titusville, Brevard United Way and Serene Harbor are sponsoring a forum on domestic violence at Parrish, which we hope many community members will attend ... Meanwhile, Titusville Police Department gives classroom presentations aimed at teaching teens to recognize red flags a relationship is becoming abusive. (Florida Today)
Your views: Letters to the editor Oct 29, 2009
On Oct. 7, we were traveling on Harrison Street in Titusville when our car stopped functioning and we could not restart it. One gentleman stopped to help by calling the police, because he was concerned about a couple of elderly people with no assistance. (Florida Today)
Crime workshop exposes flaws in justice system Oct 28, 2009
Case in point: Authorities have charged Titusville resident Terence "T.O." Tabius Oliver with 32 felonies, including armed robbery, home invasion, resisting a police officer with violence and sexual battery, records show ... Police chiefs from Palm Bay, Cocoa, Melbourne and Titusville expressed frustration at plea bargains and skimpy jail sentences for violent criminals ... Terence "T.O." Tabius Oliver was charged with two counts of premeditated homicide in the July 22 Titusville home-invasion... (Florida Today)
Titusville agrees to create home for abuse victims Oct 28, 2009
The Titusville City Council unanimously approved a plan to establish a transitional home to assist women through this daunting process ... "Women in Titusville who found themselves in need of resources and information had to run all over the place, then they would get halfway in the process and see there was some block they didn't check. It was just a mess," Long said ... What: Public forum on domestic violence When: 6 p.m. Thursday Where: Parrish Medical Center, 951 N. Washington Ave.,... (Florida Today)
Titusville to look at RV rules Oct 27, 2009
"I don't have a problem with what they're proposing," said boat and trailer owner Mike Wilson, a Titusville resident since 1968, who was one of about 100 people who attended a meeting last month to discuss the possible changes ... In other action tonight, Titusville will discuss the possibility of proactive code enforcement, where code officers "sweep" designated neighborhoods in search of code violations ... The Titusville City Council will meet at 6:30 p.m. tonight in City Hall, 555 S.... (Florida Today)
Teams shine in playoffs Oct 27, 2009
The Rockledge Raiders and Titusville Terriers were a big hit in the opening round of the Brevard County Youth Football and Cheerleading Association playoffs Saturday. Rockledge and Titusville combined for 11 North Conference victories, including four in the flag division alone ... Rockledge's Rookies and Pee Wees tackle teams also earned semifinal berths, as did Titusville's Seniors tackle team. (Florida Today)
Economy takes toll on victims of abuse Oct 26, 2009
Where: Parrish Medical Center, 951 N. Washington Ave., Titusville. Admission: Free. (Florida Today)
Save Space campaign beginning to catch on Oct 25, 2009
From digital billboards in Seattle to door-knocking visits in Titusville, pro-NASA organizers say the Save Space letter-writing crusade is gaining steam ... A campaign cornerstone: Video footage of Obama's August 2008 campaign stop in Titusville, where he pledged to "help close the gap and ensure that our space program doesn't suffer when the shuttle goes out of service." ... These range in scope from Space Florida and the Orlando Regional Chamber of Commerce to Quillen's Taco Shack in... (Florida Today)
Focus on Seniors: Do research on product before buying Oct 25, 2009
On a more pleasant note, the grand opening of Parrish Senior Solutions in Titusville is set for Nov. 5 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. It is free, and everyone is welcome to attend and tour the center, which will provide one-stop shopping for resources, information, and support for seniors, caregivers and families. Dr. Pamela Tronetti, DO, AGSF, is a geriatrician, a physician who specializes in the needs of senior citizens. (Florida Today)
School bands strut their stuff Oct 25, 2009
High Titusville High Viera High ExcellentCocoa High Cocoa Beach Jr./Sr. High Merritt Island High Rockledge High. (Florida Today)
Brevard woman's death brings domestic violence issue into focus Oct 25, 2009
It was not safe on June 8, the Monday morning when the 30-year-old certified nursing assistant was fatally shot in the parking lot at Parrish Medical Center in Titusville ... The Titusville Police Department also does classroom presentations aimed at teens. (Florida Today)
Helping hands rule the day Oct 25, 2009
The residents of Dixie Mobile Home Park in Titusville were particularly thankful for the volunteers from the Titusville and Rockledge Lowe's "Hero" program who devoted their time to sprucing up their common area and putting reflective numbers on their homes ... "This is our chance to give back to the community, and volunteer to enhance someone's life," said Sue Sherman, human resources manager for the Titusville Lowe's ... Volunteers from the Titusville and Rockledge Lowe's "Hero" program... (Florida Today)
MERRITT ISLAND 28, TITUSVILLE 14 Oct 24, 2009
The Merritt Island Mustangs are another step closer to a playoff berth, thanks to a 28-14 win against the pesky Titusville Terriers in a Class 3A, District 13 clash on Merritt Island on Friday night ... Titusville fought back in the second quarter, stopping two fourth-down conversions by the Mustangs and scoring a touchdown that was set up by a big 22-yard catch by Mike Annis ... Titusville controlled the time of possession the rest of the way and outgained the Mustangs 154-131 in yardage in the... (Florida Today)
64 arrested in offender sting Oct 24, 2009
Taking part in the operation were the Department of Corrections, the sheriff's Game Over Task Force and police from Melbourne, Palm Bay, Cocoa and Titusville. Contact Torres at 242-3649 or. (Florida Today)
Officials look at house fire Oct 24, 2009
Fire investigators are awaiting autopsy results to determine whether oxygen canisters may have been a factor in a fatal Thursday morning house fire in Titusville ... Titusville firefighters stormed the home -- which had no smoke detectors -- and found Davis lying on the floor ... "He had some type of advanced lung disease," said Scott Gaenicke, spokesman for the Titusville Fire Department. (Florida Today)
Swine flu kills space, nature fan Oct 24, 2009
The 51-year-old Titusville High graduate also was fond of the space program. His father brought his family to Brevard County in 1965 during the Apollo program, sparking an interest that led to Jeffords' reputation among his friends as a "docent" on Kennedy Space Center. (Florida Today)
Single mom watched as son, 2, tried to smother infant, Titusville police say Oct 23, 2009
Titusville police arrested McIntyre after she told detectives she watched as the infant struggled and fought for air but did nothing, because she wanted to go back to work and could not afford day care for both children. "As a parent, it is unimaginable how anyone could have this motivation," said Lt. Todd Hutchinson of the Titusville Police Department ... On Oct. 15 the Department of Children and Families reported the possible abuse to Titusville police. (Florida Today)
