Forecast: Vero Beach
20 years ago, we asked city and county planners to forecast 2020. We look at how they did and ask them about the future.
Author: Amy Robinson
A Heart for Hospitality
The ocean-to-river community of John's Island, home to three golf courses and a group of people "always ready to enjoy themselves," celebrates 50 years of stellar hospitality.
Farming For the Future
Veronique and Michel Sallin brought their French farming values and savvy marketing focus to Florida 41 years ago. Their experience and tenacity keep taking IMG Citrus to new levels.
A Bright and Bold Salute
Annual July Fourth fireworks displays recall the post-Revolutionary War optimism in the air during the early days of our republic.
The State of Real Estate
Florida’s real estate market is robust, radiating good health in two important areas, according to the Florida Realtors Association.
Taking Care
David Croom founded Croom Construction Company in 1978, then building the first custom homes in John’s Island, including his own. Twenty years later, he saw the need for services that would take care of unoccupied homes during summer months when seasonal folks were away.
40 Years of Caring
In 1980, in a new, oak-canopied enclave known as John’s Island, Johnny Van Name brought 60 women together for the greater good.
The Power of Potential
“We realize this is where people live and work, and they want it to be part of their home. That’s what we want for this project.”
Focal Point
For Pace, it has always been about protecting the habitat. If the right conditions exist, wildlife will thrive. Currently, his focus is on retirement, but he won’t be sitting in a chair binge-watching television shows.
Junior Scientists Make Waves
Hanisak leads the Junior Scientist Fellows Program, begun in 2013 to secure research opportunities for exceptional high school students.
Pickleball Takeover
The sport’s appeal is instantly apparent: Pickleball is fun.
Light It Up
“I started the company out of my house,” recalls Visual Comfort CEO Andy Singer, who had been a manufacturer’s rep in college and after graduation.
The Future of Citrus
Citrus greening is the latest, and most challenging, threat to our beloved fruit, but it is hardly the first.
From Rome with Love
Designer Alessandra Branca brings us to Europe, Asia and tropical island locales through her collected pieces.
Tops in Twirling
Jeanne’s Gems in the mid- and late-1960s dominated the Florida twirling circuits
Stepping Up to the Plate
The new Jake Owen Field will bring the best of baseball to kids who need it most.
The Great Fish Migration
In September, the beach is warm and inviting, but you may find the water a bit crowded this time of year due to the annual "Mullet Run"
By Any Other Name
Country care roses provides a garden of knowledge on rose care and history.
Grit on the Florida Trail
Dr. Glenn Tremml recounts his thousand-mile hike through the everglades.
A Gentleman’s Collection
A special night at the Amelia Island concours saw Orin Smith’s storied classic automobile collection go up for auction.
