Author Archives: Wayne Tahjae

22 Aug
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OUR ONLY LABOR AND DELIVERY UNIT FACED CLOSURE, BUT THE COMMUNITY TOOK A STAND….

The Indian River County Hospital District recently hosted a series of Town Halls to address the possible closure of the county’s only maternity center. County residents, including DEC member Deborah Shellenberger, showed up in support of preserving maternity services – ...

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22 Aug
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INDIAN RIVER COUNTY SHERIFF BUDGET CLASH

Recently, Sheriff Eric Flowers requested 14.6-million-dollar budget increase from our County Commissioners. Our commissioners weren’t sold on this idea though… Council Chair Joe Flescher highlighted that the commission has already increased the budget 22 million dollars in the past four ...

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05 Aug
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From our Civic Council

WHAT IS THE CIVIC COUNCIL? The civic council is one of our new committees. Their mission is to foster greater community involvement in local government and civic organizations. Thus far, they’ve been the driving force behind our demonstrations and collective actions on local ...

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22 Aug
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INTERNATIONAL COASTAL CLEANUP DAY!

Democratic Club of Indian River County has signed up as a sponsor and will be participating in the annual International Coastal Clean Up Day. Coastal Cleanup: Sat, September 20th 9:00AM-11:00AM Seagrape Trail Beach|  3802 S. Hwy A1A After Party/Awards Ceremony: ...

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22 Aug
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OUTRUN HUNGER!

Democrats of Indian River has a team registered for the annual 5k Outrun Hunger walk/run in support of the Treasure Coast Food Bank.  If you’re a runner, a fitness guru, a speed walker or a crawler (LOL) this one is ...

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20 Aug
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Floridians Will Not Be Silenced

Unfortunately, keeping things looking up means we’ve still got a fight ahead. Governor Ron DeSantis is borrowing straight from the Texas playbook and pushing for a mid-decade redistricting plan. This could silence thousands of Florida voters by redrawing congressional maps outside the normal census ...

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25 Jul
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Recap of our Good Trouble protest

.    Nearly 500 passionate residents of Indian River County showed up on a stormy Thursday evening, standing in solidarity with 1,600+ protests across the nation. We’re here for the fight; for free and fair elections, civil rights, and the enduring legacy ...

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01 Aug
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Stand With Linda Moore

In recent weeks, Vice Mayor Linda Moore has faced a coordinated smear campaign led by Moms for Liberty and amplified by far-right blogs. Their accusations center on a Pride Tea Dance held at Moore’s establishment, The Kilted Mermaid; a beloved ...

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