Indian River Blog

According to Buisness Wire, “Fitch Ratings upgrades the city of Sebastian, Florida’s $5.1 million outstanding stormwater revenue bonds, series 2003 to ‘A+’ from ‘A’. In addition, Fitch affirms the ‘A+’ rating on $9.9 million in outstanding infrastructure sales surtax revenue bonds. The Rating Outlook is Stable for both ratings.” Read more here

According to Newsweek magazine, Sebastian River High School ranks in the top 1,000 of the nation’s schools. Read more here

Orange juice prices have increased 20 percent in the past year, although demand has decreased by 11 percent according to the Florida Department of Citrus. Growers report sales are still going strong thanks to health-conscience advertisements. This year’s projected orange crop will be the smallest since the 1989-90 freeze season. Read more here

The O’Neill Sebastian Inlet Pro will be showcased on Fuel TV starting on May 21, 2007. This hour-long program will be airing 11 times. Read more here

Sebastian-Vero Beach claimed the 18th spot for small cities and 29th overall. Click for more