Elections

U.S. Senator Rick Scott Signs Moms for Liberty “Parent Pledge”

MILWAUKEE, WI (IRN) – In a show of commitment to parental rights and involvement in education, Florida US Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) signed the Moms for Liberty “Parent Pledge” during his visit to Milwaukee yesterday. The signing comes just days before a highly anticipated debate, showcasing Scott’s dedication to advocating for parents and children on […]

Vero Beach City Council 2023 Candidates

Three candidates have file to run for Vero Beach City Council in the 2023 Municipal Election for the City. Candidates are incumbent Mayor John Contugno, former City Council Member Honey Minuse and Utilities Commission Vice Chairman Taylor Dingle. Candidates had to be filed to run for Vero Beach City Council by 12:00PM August 18th, 2023. […]

Sheriff Eric Flowers Files to Run for 2024 Reelection

Indian River County Sheriff Eric Flowers (R) filed to run for reelection on June 1, 2023. Flowers appointed himself Treasurer of his campaign. In his announcement, Flowers said he was honored to be running for reelection as Sheriff of Indian River County. Flowers said in his announcement he was proud of the work the Indian […]

Milo Thornton Files to Run for Sheriff

Indian River County Sheriff Captain Milo Thornton has filed to run for Indian River County Sheriff, after much consultation with friends, family, and mentors along with prayer. Thornton made the announcement early on the morning of April 7th, 2023 in a Facebook post. His announcement mainly focused on accountability and the good character necessary for […]

Brian Barefoot Files for 2024 Reelection Campaign

Indian River County School Board Member Brian Barefoot (Vero Beach – District 5) has filed to run for reelection for his school board seat. Barefoot appointed himself as Treasurer of his campaign. Barefoot’s filing comes as Governor Ron DeSantis has targeted Barefoot and fellow Board Member Dr. Peggy Jones Ed.D (Vero Beach – District 3) […]

Barefoot and Jones Opposed by DeSantis and Team In 2024 Election

Governor Ron DeSantis and Florida State House Speaker Paul Renner met with Moms for Liberty Co-Founders Tina Descovich, Tiffany Justice and Board Member Marie Rogerson to work on who to endorse for School Board in the 2024 Election, per The Florida Standard. Attendees to the meeting also included Republican Party of Florida Chairman Christian Ziegler, […]

More Indian River County Residents Voted by Mail than on Election Day

There were more Indian River County, Florida residents voting by mail than in person on election day. Specifically, more people voted before election day than those who actually voted on Election Day. 30,989 Indian River County residents had voted by mail compared to 26,040 voting in person on Election Day. 20,542 Indian River County residents […]

Judge Removes Marina Referendum From Ballot

A Judge at 7:01PM EST has removed the Marina Referendum for the City of Vero Beach from the ballot. This is a breaking story and may be updated with more information or a follow-up may be written.

2022 Indian River County, Florida General Election Results

United States Senator Marco Rubio (REP) Winner Florida: 4,469,769 Indian River County: 50,628 Val Demings (DEM) Florida: 3,196,945 Indian River County: 25,285 Dennis Misigoy (LPF) Florida: 32,098 Indian River County: 259 Steven B. Grant (NPA) Florida: 31,761 Indian River County: 295 Tuan TQ Nguyen (NPA) Florida: 17,336 Indian River County: 128 Write-In Florida: 0 Indian […]

Byron Donalds Endorsed Robert Brackett and Jackie Rosario

Florida Congressman Byron Donalds has endorsed Robert Brackett for State House District 34 and Jackie Rosario for her reelection to School Board District 2. Rosario said in a Facebook post “a huge thanks to U.S. Congressman Byron Donalds for his prestigious endorsement.” Donalds said Rosario “has proven that she will put student success first and […]