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Scott PowersJuly 20, 2018

Former Florida Senate President Mike Haridopolos has thrown his support behind fellow Republican Tyler Sirois in election for House District 51. “Tyler is a trusted friend and solid conservative who will effectively advocate for Brevard County families and business owners. Brevard needs strong voices in our state capitol,” Haridopolos stated in a news release issued […]

Scott PowersSeptember 12, 2017

Much of northern Brevard County, including Merritt Island, Cape Canaveral, Kennedy Space Center, and Cocoa Beach, lost water entirely to Hurricane Irma due to pipeline issues, and portions, including Cocoa Beach, are still without any water late Tuesday. Cocoa Beach officials confirmed late Tuesday they still are awaiting restoration of water service from the mainland, […]

Peter SchorschOctober 31, 2016

In both life and politics, the only thing that’s constant is change. While elections give voters a view of the future, it also provides some retiring politicians a chance to look back. As two influential Florida lawmakers say their goodbyes — former Senate President Don Gaetz and House Speaker Steve Crisafulli — they reflect on changes, and legislative successes, during […]

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Mike Haridopolos backs Tyler Sirois in HD 51 race

Much of northern Brevard County lost water

Don Gaetz, Steve Crisafulli reminisce on politics, legislative successes in heartfelt farewells