Florida Tech and the Brevard Zoo are conducting fresh research on rare spider monkey hugs

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Spider monkey species (not pictured) at the Brevard Zoo – Photo: Khairil Azhar Junos/Shutterstock.com Researchers from Florida Tech are examining novel social behaviors in spider monkeys at the Brevard Zoo, thanks to an unusual embrace. Strangers and non-related spider monkeys have been observed cuddling in novel pro-social behaviors that scientists have never observed previously. Due

Over the Fourth of July weekend, Hurricane Beryl may bring “life-threatening” rip currents to Florida beaches

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Hurricane Aerial View – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by elRoce Orlando, Florida – As Hurricane Beryl moves through the Caribbean and approaches the Gulf of Mexico this week, there may be rip current hazards for Florida beaches. Forecasters say that in addition to Florida’s east coast beaches along the Gulf Coast, there may be an

Five enjoyable activities to do in Brevard from December 29 to January 4

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Brevard County – Historic Old Melbourne Beach Pier sign — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Thomas Kelley New Year’s Eve at Brevard Zoo Sunday, December 31st from 10 a.m. to noon is the perfect time for the whole family to ring in the new year without staying up past anyone’s bedtime at Brevard Zoo, 8225 N. Wickham

Large waves are predicted to pound the Atlantic coast, posing a multiday flash flood hazard to Florida

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Flood Hurricane Ian in Central Florida — Courtesy: Shutterstock — america365 With rainy, erratic weather returning to the Sunshine State and increasing the likelihood of flash flooding and coastal flooding, it will be a nasty end to the week throughout Florida. This is because of a cold front that is stationary along the Florida Straits

With heavy rain predicted, millions in South Florida are in increased danger of flooding

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Tropical Storm Causes Flooding on Streets – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Alexandru Chiriac With heavy rain predicted for Wednesday and Thursday, seven million residents along Florida’s east coast were placed under a Flood Watch on Tuesday afternoon. The cities of Melbourne, West Palm Beach, and Fort Lauderdale were included in the Flood Watch, which

Here are the top five senior-friendly travel destinations in the Sunshine State

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Senior Couple Enjoying Retirement On the Beach – Courtesy: Shutterstock — Daniel Myjones Florida is a great vacation spot for travelers of all ages. However, certain Sunshine State communities give visitors a laid-back vacation packed with things to do that are appropriate for mature people. These Florida communities offer a small piece of heaven, complete

The Sunshine State came close to having a White Christmas–find out where!

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Sandy Christmas Snowman on the Beach — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Image by: Artiom Photo The Sunshine State might not end 2022 with a white Christmas, however, it got close to having one according to the National Weather Service in Melbourne. Northern and Central Florida experienced overnight lows in the 20s, while the Big Bend and

Holiday forecast shows 20s, 30s throughout Florida during Christmas break

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Forecast shows cold weather throughout Florida during Christmas weekend — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Kristi Blokhin We adore Florida for a variety of reasons, including the state’s stunning sunrises, sunsets, beaches, and pleasant climate. However, for at least one day, some people genuinely prefer the concept of having a chillier Christmas. If you fall into that

Jim Morrison’s childhood Florida home hits the market for $2.5 million

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Jim Morrison, The Doors — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Blueee77 One of rock’s classic icons—Jim Morrison, spent his childhood and humble beginnings in Melbourne, Florida, before he skyrocketed to legendary status. As his father was in flight training during World War Two—now Melbourne Orlando International Airport—Morrison was born at the now nonexistent Brevard Hospital in 1943.

Florida’s aerospace agency, Space Florida, aims to bring 2,100 manufacturing jobs to Brevard County

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Space Florida — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Image by: athlux Space Florida pushed forward with negotiations on Tuesday to bring 2,100 spacecraft manufacturing jobs to Brevard County over the next three years.  The Space Florida Board of Directors approved a staff request to complete negotiations with a company that is expected to invest more than $300