Daily
Melbourne
Wednesday, January 21st, 2026
Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Last week, three members of the Melbourne Beach Volunteer Fire Department (Fire Chief Gavin Brown, Fire Chief Dave Micka, and Lieutenant Amber Brown) were honored by the Space Coast Fire Chiefs' Association. MBVFD achieved a first with Fire Chief and Fire Marshal awards while marking second Volunteer Firefighter recognition. City of Melbourne Beach
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ SpaceX will launch a Falcon 9 carrying 29 Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral on Wednesday, Jan. 28 — the live webcast will begin about five minutes before liftoff as the booster aims to land on the Just Read the Instructions droneship in the Atlantic Ocean. Space Coast Daily
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Melbourne can look to the skies this February as they will see the Snow Moon, planetary parades & NASA’s Artemis II mission. Local astronomy experts advise checking guides for times and best viewing spots. Florida Today
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Brevard Public Schools achieved a historic 92.7% graduation rate for the 2024–2025 school year, beating last year's 89.8% and Florida's 92.2% (a district record), with West Shore Jr./Sr. and Edgewood Jr./Sr. High Schools both reaching 100% (school officials noted). Space Coast Daily
- ➤ The Brevard school board voted 5-0 to close Cape View Elementary on Jan. 20 because of low enrollment and high costs. Some community members opposed the decision. Florida Today
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Beachgoers near Indialantic and Melbourne Beach were warned after Portuguese man o’ war and blue jellyfish washed ashore, leaving potent stingers that remain dangerous for days—experts advise keeping a safe distance. FOX 35 Orlando
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local food trucks energize Melbourne's dining scene with offerings from Mediterranean gyros at Beachside Gyro's to Latin dishes at Eve La Cubanita. Set locations like Anchorage Grill on E. Eau Gallie Blvd. and Dönerlicious on State Road A1A (serving daily) provide reliable meals. Florida Today
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Florida Tech's women's lacrosse team is ranked No. 24 in the 2026 Division II preseason poll by the Intercollegiate Women's Lacrosse Coaches Association. The Panthers will open their season on Saturday, Feb. 7 at Rollins at 6 p.m. EST & face tough matchups against several ranked teams. Space Coast Daily
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Havana Nights: Salsa Dance Party
6:30-11:59 p.m. — Venezia Wine Veranda — Check website for pricing — Experience an evening of Cuban rhythm with Salsa dancing and delightful culinary specials.
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8th Annual Run for the Kids Race Challenge
8 AM – 2 PM — Wickham Park — Supporting Brevard County children and families through a challenging 15K race.
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Live Oceanfront Music with Damion Suomi
1-4 p.m. — Element Melbourne Oceanfront — Free parking available — Enjoy smooth tunes and craft cocktails at a relaxed brunch setting by the ocean.
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Catalina Wine Mixer Networking Event
6-9 p.m. — Intracoastal Brewing Company — Networking Event — Connect with ambitious entrepreneurs in a relaxed setting at the ultimate Catalina Wine Mixer.
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Space Coast Food & Wine Festival
3-6 p.m. — Downtown Melbourne — Tickets available online — Experience a culinary celebration with tastings from top chefs and local flavors by the waterfront.
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K-Pop Warriors Show
4:00-5:30 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — Family-friendly event — Enjoy a high-energy show with vibrant music and dance inspired by K-Pop.
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SouthsidersVW Winter Blitz IX
9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Intracoastal Brewing Company — $10 entry plus donation — Celebrate the VW community with live music and trophy competitions while benefiting local animal care.
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Valentine's Day Painting Date Night
3-5 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $40 per person — Create a shared masterpiece while enjoying a romantic evening with your partner on Valentine's Day.
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MMB Concert Band: Love Notes Tales of Passion
7-10 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — Free entry — Enjoy a night of love songs featuring soprano Rachel Murphy and a pre-show by Adagio Sax Quartet.
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Soul Train Experience
7-11 p.m. — Pineapples — In person — Celebrate soul music with The Blackout Band and DJ SHARP in the Moon Room.
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