Damien Lee Fey Gilliams Follow
Your Editor-in-Chief, Website Developer, Real Estate Agent, and Creative Problem Solver. Damien is a Sebastian native passionate about his community. He founded www.GoodNewsSebastian.com to help promote positive news in his beloved hometown.
Posts by Damien Lee Fey Gilliams
City of Sebastian hiring new Stormwater Maintenance Employees!
You could work for the City of Sebastian!
In Community, Jobs,
Sebastian Charter Junior High Choir presents a new Christmas Winter Concert Tradition!
Kaleidoscope of Voices: A Christmas Winter Concert Tradition by Sebastian Charter Junior High Choir
In Community, Events, Schools,
Ft. Lauderdale International Boat Show 2024
The 65th anniversary of the Ft. Lauderdale Boat Show“The sheer scale of the event took our breath away.”
In Events,
Vero Beach Oktoberfest 2024
Beer, Brats, and Fun: Vero Beach Oktoberfest is Bringing the Party to the Treasure Coast!
In Community, Events,
Nautical Flea Market, Seafood Festival & Boat Show
Nautical Flea Market, Seafood Festival & Boat ShowAnchors Aweigh at the Indian River County Fairgrounds! Dive into Adventure at the Marine Expo!
In Community, Events,
August Gardening in Indian River?
Beans, Carrots, Okra, Southern Peas, Squash & More!It’s still hot as a habanero outside but we’re still growing things down here in Indian River County, east central Florida.
In Community, Gardening, Nature,
Spring into Vacation in Sebastian, Florida!
Welcome to Sebastian, Florida: Your Dream Vacation Destination
In Community, Environment, History, Nature,
Sebastian 100 Centennial Year-Long Celebration!
Celebrating 100 Years of Sebastian: A Year-Long Extravaganza!
In Community, Events, History, Centennial,
Buy a Home in Sebastian, Florida
Welcome to Your New Home in Sebastian, Florida!
In Community, Housing, Family,
Participate in the IRC Parks Master Plan with this quick survey!
Good News Sebastian! Your Opinion Matters!Below is a link to a survey that will give you the opportunity to let the county know which facilities you use and how well you think they ar...
In Community, Parks, Nature,
No Name Sports Bar Limo for Sale!
FINALLY!The No Name Sports Bar in Sebastian, FL has finally decided to sell “The Limo”. It can be seen at 490 US1, Sebastian FL 32958 at any time and you won’t believe the price!This ...
In For Sale, History,
Fall in Love with Skydiving in Sebastian, Florida
The History of Skydiving in Sebastian, FloridaSebastian, Florida, is renowned as a hub for skydiving enthusiasts, offering breathtaking views and ideal weather conditions for this exh...
In Community, Environment, History, Nature,
A Real Treasure: The Sebastian Inlet
The Intriguing Tale of Sebastian Inlet, Florida
In Community, Environment, History, Nature,
Shoo Fly! Easily Grown Plants to Repel Flies in Sebastian, Florida
Plants That Repel Flies in Zone 10a of Florida
In Community, Garden, Nature,
Growing Fruits in Sebastian, Florida
Growing Fruits in Zone 10a: A Bounty of Choices for Sebastian, Florida 🌿🍊🥭
In Community, Garden, Nature,
Homegrown Vegetables in Sebastian, Florida
Growing Veggies in Zone 10a: A Garden Wonderland for Sebastian, Florida! 🌱🍅🥒
In Community, Garden, Nature,
The Allure of Moving to Sebastian, Florida
Embracing the Sunshine State: The Allure of Moving to Sebastian, Florida
In Community, Events, Volunteering,
Ft. Lauderdale International Boat Show 2023
Another Year of Incredible Yachts and Luxury!The 64th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) concluded with resounding success, attracting over 100,000 visitors worldw...
In Events,
A Brief History of Sebastian
In the 1880s, Sebastian saw its first settlements when a group of 40 pioneers moved to a village south of the St. Sebastian River. Originally called Newhaven, the village was renamed ...
In Community, Events, Volunteering,
Understanding the Lives of Manatees
The Gentle Giants of Indian River County: Understanding the Lives of ManateesIndian River County, situated on Florida’s east coast, is not only known for its beautiful landscapes and ...
In Environment, Nature, Lifestyle,
Assisted Living in Indian River County: A Comprehensive Guide
Navigating Assisted Living in Indian River County: A Comprehensive Guide
In Environment, Nature, Lifestyle,
Sebastian 100 Centennial Essay Contest for SRHS
🎉 Sebastian Centennial Essay Contest: Unleash Your Spirit!
In Community, Events, History, Centennial,
Sebastian 100 Centennial Coloring Contest for Elementary School Artists!
🌟 Get Ready for the Most Fantastic Coloring Contest EVER!
In Community, Events, History, Centennial,
Ft. Lauderdale International Boat Show 2022
Another Successful Conclusion of FLIBS 2022: Over 100,000 Attendees, 1,200 Vessels, and Strong Industry Impact
In Events,
Ft. Lauderdale International Boat Show 2021
The Ft. Lauderdale International Boat Show is BACK!After the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, the Ft. Lauderdale International Boat Show came back in full force for the 62nd annual show in ...
In Events,
Resident of the Month! #DoYouGiveARuck? Founder Jimmy Lee Jackson!
Good News Sebastian! Congratulate our very first Resident of the Month! Jimmy was chosen as this months Resident of the Month for founding #DYGAR? (Do You Give A Ruck?), an organizati...
In Resident of the Month, Courage, Honor, Exercise,
Pickleball Grand Opening Ceremony! March 5th
Come one, come all!You’re invited! The City of Sebastian has alerted the press that the Pickleball courts are ready!
In Community, Sports, Health,
City of Sebastian Board Member Openings!
Apply Today!Get involved in your community! Applications can be found on the city website:www.CityOfSebastian.org!
In Community, Volunteering,
Candidate for Indian River County Sheriff hosts Town Hall: February 13th
You’re Invited!Good News Sebastian! Sheriff-elect Keith Touchberry wants to personally invite you to the February 13th Town Hall meeting to come help determine the future of policing ...
In Interview, Community,
9th Annual Sebastian Art Studio Tour This Weekend
Good News Sebastian! There’s an art studio tour this Saturday, February 8th, that you’re not going to want to miss!
In Events, Art, Groups, Community,
Walk in the Park with Damien and Diana: Sebastian Stormwater Park
Good News Sebastian! Need a nature day? Follow along as Damien and Diana explore our very own Sebastian Stormwater Park!
In environment, plants, parks,
5th Annual Veterans and Family Picnic at Riverview Park!
Good News Sebastian! This Saturday, February 1st is the 5th Annual Veterans and Family Picnic down at Riverview Park!
In Community, Veterans, Events,
#DoYouGiveARuck? Brittany's Story
Good News Sebastian! Today we share a Letter to the Editor written by Brittany Norair of #DYGAR?.
In Letters to the Editor, Courage, Groups,
SpaceX Starlink Launch! (Jan 29th, 2020)
SpaceX has today at 9:06AM targeted to launch it’s fourth group of Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral’s Air Force Station right up the street from us. You can watch from the vide...
In SpaceX, Space Coast,
Friends of St. Sebastian River Meeting: Jan 28th
Good News Sebastian! The Friends of St. Sebastian River are having their January meeting for an update on issues and challenges facing the Indian River Lagoon.
In Community, Environment, Events,
Books & Brews @ CiCi's- All Original Poetry, Book Readings, and Music
Good News Sebastian! This Monday, January 20th, CiCi’s is hosting an Open Mic Books & Brews night featuring all original local poetry, books readings, and music. The event starts ...
In Community, Music, Events,
Second City of Sebastian Workshop on Spraying Herbicides and Pesticides!
Good News Sebastian! The second City of Sebastian Workshop for discussing the spraying of pesticides and herbicides will be this Thursday, January 23rd 1:30PM at City Hall. You’ll be ...
In Community, Health,
SpaceX Crew Dragon Rocket to be Exploded During Test at 10:30AM
T-Minus 10! 9! 8! Watch below at 10:30AM EST today SpaceX will be launching their latest test out of their Port Canaveral location. This is a key test before loading astronauts onboar...
In SpaceX, Space Coast,
Annual Sebastian Fine Art and Music Festival is this weekend!
Good News Sebastian! The Annual Sebastian Fine Art and Music Festival is this weekend along the Riverfront near Riverview Park.
In Community, Art, Events,
First City of Sebastian Workshop on Spraying Herbicides and Pesticides!
Good News Sebastian! The first City of Sebastian Workshop for discussing the spraying of pesticides and herbicides has begun! Watch below! A thank you to Dr. Duane De Freese, Ph. D., ...
In Community, Health,
Jan 8th City Council Meeting Agenda
Good News Sebastian! The first City Council meeting of the year has arrived. Topics include buying a $182,739 Excavator, $104,070 Pickleball court lighting, up to $24,000 in administr...
In Community, Meetings, Environment,
Natural Resources Board Meeting: Jan 7th @ 6PM
Good News Sebastian! Join your fellow environmental advocates at the monthly NRB meeting at City Hall! Click here to see the agenda.
In Community, Meetings, Environment,
A Christmas Miracle! The Lost Yellow Lab
Good News Sebastian! Today we share a Christmas Miracle submitted as a Letter to the Editor.
In Christmas, Happiness, Letters to the Editor,
Winners of the Christmas Pet Photo Contest!
Good News Sebastian! All of the likes have been counted and we have a winner of our first ever photo contest! We were so happy to see so many people participate and even happier to se...
In Christmas, Photo Contest,
Photos from Christmas Eve at Riverview Park!
Good News Sebastian! The event at Riverview Park was a success! Thank you to everyone who came out to share in a beautiful night of festivities with the community. Shout out to the ba...
In Christmas, Riverview Park,
Christmas Eve at Riverview Park!
Good News Sebastian! SANTA IS COMING TO TOWN! He’s coming to Riverview Park tomorrow, Christmas Eve, at 6pm. There will be refreshments including hot cocoa and snacks for the little o...
In Christmas, Riverview Park,
$100 Christmas Pet Photo Competition
Good News Sebastian! We’re celebrating our website launch with a contest to win a $100 gift card to any local family owned business of your choice!
In contests,
Good News Sebastian!
Good News Sebastian! Welcome to your new favorite local news website where you can learn about all of the Good News that happens in our beautiful city. If you have some good news that...
In Good News Sebastian,
Family Heating and Air is Open!
Good News Sebastian! Family Heating and Air had its grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony today at it’s new location at 908 US1 next to Dunkin Donuts. They’re family owned and ope...
In community, new business,
Is Intelligence Enough
Education must also train one for quick, resolute and effective thinking. To think incisively and to think for one’s self is very difficult. We are prone to let our mental life become...
In Wellness,
