Earth Fare opens Wednesday in Viera and other business news - Florida Today

Wayne T. Price Florida Today

Published 8:46 AM EST Jan 3, 2019

Earth Fare to open next Wednesday

Earth Fare, which bills itself as a growing specialty grocer boasting mainly organic produce and other supermarket items, says it will open its doors at 7 a.m. next Wednesday in Viera.

Earth Fare's opening at the northwest corner of Viera Boulevard and Murrell Road, has been highly anticipated by many in the Central Brevard County area who over the years have witnessed it going first from a Kash n’ Karry supermarket and then a health club.

The grand opening will include Earth Fare's president and CEO, Frank Scorpiniti. The grocer is headquartered just outside Asheville, North Carolina.

New 50-plus community in Viera

Pollack Shores Real Estate Group, a multifamily developer and investment firm recently announced plans to develop 166 active adult apartments in the Viera.

Ground breaking for Olea at Viera, which will have 166 units, is set for this month with an expected opening in April 2020.

“Olea at Viera plays a significant role in our next chapter as a company,” Steven Shores, CEO of Pollack Shores said in a statement. “Age–targeted communities have always been a part of our story, and the establishment of the Olea brand only escalates our commitment to delivering quality apartment homes to this audience. We look forward to sharing more news on our Olea portfolio in the months ahead.”

The company recently built Marisol at Viera, a 282-unit luxury apartment complex at 2439 Casona Lane in Viera.

Lifeguard tryouts

Brevard County Ocean Rescue need lifeguards for 50 positions. Those hired on as ocean lifeguards will work from March to October 2019.

Those interested should meet at Rockledge High School’s swimming pool, located at 220 Raider Road, no later than 7 a.m. Saturday. Candidates will not be permitted to test if they are late.

Lifeguard experience isn’t necessary but candidates must be over the age of 16 by Jan. 15 and possess strong swimming skills.

All candidates must bring a valid driver’s license, Social Security card, appropriate swim attire, a towel and running shoes.

The starting pay for ocean lifeguards is $10.39 per hour.

Lifeguard Academy class dates for candidates selected Jan. 5 are January: 18, 19, 20, 21, 26 and 27.

For more information on the tryouts and Brevard County Ocean Rescue. You can also contact the Ocean Rescue staff at 321-633-2056 or email at fr_oradmin@brevardcounty.us

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