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Friday, February 7th, 2025

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Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of February.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Melbourne Police have identified 79-year-old Roy George Pierce as the victim of a fatal single-vehicle crash into a retention pond, with a traffic homicide investigation now in progress.  Space Coast Daily

CRIME NEWS

  • A Grant-Valkaria man was convicted for the 2020 second-degree murder of a Melbourne man, involving a shooting and beating with a crowbar, and now faces life in prison.  Florida Today
  • Julien Welch-Beddoe, 19, was charged with manslaughter in Melbourne, Fla., after a conflict over a plate of food led to his father's death, involving physical altercation and significant injuries.  News 6

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The Florida Wildlife Hospital released four rehabilitated brown pelicans in Indialantic, underlining the facility's ongoing commitment to treating injured wildlife.  Florida Today

SPORTS NEWS

  • Holy Trinity's boys soccer team, undefeated in the regular season with a 15-0-1 record, enters the FHSAA playoffs as the top seed in their region and ninth-ranked in the state.  Florida Today

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Books and Brews Monthly Book Club Meetup

    The Books & Brews Book Club will gather at BeachFly Brewing Company to discuss two selected novels, with a special guest author signing, creating a friendly atmosphere for book lovers.

    Sat, 2/8/25

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  • Brevard Renaissance Fair - Celtic Weekend

    The Brevard Renaissance Fair celebrates its 10th season with a vibrant showcase of music, dance, and artisan crafts, featuring over 100 stage shows and a Celtic theme weekend on February 8-9, 2025.

    Sun, 2/9/25

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  • Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka Jr. at Gleason Performing Arts Center

    Florida Prep Academy presents a performance of Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka Jr., a musical adaptation of the classic story featuring beloved songs and characters.

    Thu, 2/13/25

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  • Danae Hays Live Performance

    Danae Hays, a comedian, actress, and content creator from Alabama, brings her unique southern comedic style to the stage in Melbourne, FL.

    Fri, 2/14/25

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  • Brevard Renaissance Fair - 10th Season Celebration

    The Brevard Renaissance Fair features music, dance, over 100 stage shows daily, local craft beers, artisan merchants, and themed entertainment in a vibrant historical setting.

    Sat, 2/15/25

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  • Brevard Renaissance Fair - 10th Season Celebration

    The Brevard Renaissance Fair features a variety of stage shows, music, dancing, crafts, and a special Beerfest Weekend, providing an immersive experience of history and fantasy.

    Sun, 2/16/25

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  • Melbourne Municipal Band's 60th Anniversary Concert

    The Melbourne Municipal Band celebrates its 60th anniversary with guest conductor Dr. David Gregory and performances featuring soprano Rachel Murphy and a surprise guest conductor.

    Wed, 2/19/25

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  • Pucks With Pros: NHL Alumni Pro/Am for Charity

    The event features four teams comprised of NHL alumni competing to raise funds for homelessness and breast cancer initiatives in Melbourne, Florida.

    Fri, 2/21/25

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  • Brevard Renaissance Fair - Carnivale Weekend

    The Brevard Renaissance Fair celebrates its 10th season with vibrant performances, artisan merchants, and themed entertainment in a historical fantasy setting.

    Sat, 2/22/25

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  • Ford's Garage Car Show in Viera

    The Ford's Garage Car Show invites car enthusiasts to display various vehicles without registration fees, featuring vendors and a past attendance exceeding 150 cars.

    Sun, 2/23/25

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