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Florida's Most Unusual Festivals
Sat, 19 May 2012 02:51:10 -0700
Florida seems to have a festival somewhere every weekend of the year, but here are some of the most unusual festivals in Forida. Contributor: Margie Miklas Published: May 03, 2012
Brush fire grows to 250 acres in Fellsmere
Tue, 08 May 2012 13:31:24 -0700
A brush fire burning near homes in Fellsmere has grown to 250 acres. It is one of two fires burning Tuesday on the Treasure Coast. Florida Division of Forestry spokeswoman said a 45-acre brush fire at the John C. and Mariana Jones/Hungryland Wildlife and Environmental Area in Martin County is 80 percent contained. Firefighters are trying to keep the flames away from homes. More From WPBF ...
Gov. Scott spends morning in Fellsmere citrus grove | Photo Gallery
Tue, 01 May 2012 19:27:00 -0700
Gov. Rick Scott put himself to work in IMG Citrus' grove in Fellsmere and its Gifford packinghouse — part of his Florida "workday" tour.
Fellsmere families grateful homes were spared in brush fire | Photo gallery
Wed, 09 May 2012 05:56:00 -0700
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY — Families who live at the western dead end of 81st Street in the Fellsmere area spent Wednesday afternoon entertaining friends and playing with their dogs.
Firefighters battle 250-acre blaze in Fellsmere; motorists urged to avoid area
Tue, 08 May 2012 13:25:00 -0700
INDIAN RIVER COUNTY — Firefighters are battling a 250-acre brush fire outside Fellsmere city limits Tuesday afternoon. Up to 30 homes were threatened by the fire which was 30 percent contained as of 5:30 p.m.
Editorial: Fellsmere setting an example for constructive use of natural environment
Thu, 26 Apr 2012 01:00:00 -0700
Ground was broken this month in Fellsmere for the future home of the $12.5 million National Elephant Center, 225 acres that could one day serve as a refuge for up to 36 elephants needing a home.
Gov. Scott spends Wednesday working in Fellsmere, Gifford citrus operation | Photo gallery
Wed, 02 May 2012 10:31:00 -0700
Gov. Rick Scott tossed a red sack over his shoulder, hopped on a ladder and started plucking oranges at a 1,200-acre Fellsmere citrus grove Wednesday morning. "The people doing these jobs — they work their tails off. These are not easy jobs," Scott said.
20 homes saved from Fellsmere fire
Tue, 08 May 2012 20:20:10 -0700
Residents are relieved no homes were lost in 350 acre fire.
Florida Gov. Scott picks oranges on 'work' day
Wed, 02 May 2012 12:15:27 -0700
Gov. Rick Scott has gotten to work in one of Florida's most iconic industries.
350-acre brush fire in IRC
Tue, 08 May 2012 13:06:48 -0700
Forestry helicopters assisted local firefighters with a 350-acre brush fire near County Road 512 and 85th Street near Fellsmere.