Daily
Melbourne
Tuesday, February 17th, 2026
Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Viera’s Space Coast Key Lime Pie Festival will run at Space Coast Daily Park from Saturday, Feb. 21 to Sunday, Feb. 22 and include live music, a Key Lime Cutie contest, rides, & food vendors. Admission is $7 per person, with free entry for children under 2. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ The Cape Canaveral Lighthouse, built piece-by-piece between 1893 and 1894, stands on the base and now offers guided tours (priced $35 to $62.50) that connect navigation history with the space program. Visitors must obtain security clearance to view preserved interiors including ten floors and 176 steps of historic charm. News 6
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Space Coast Runners opened applications for the Christian Lake Memorial Scholarship for high school seniors who run. The nonprofit will award $4,500 among three winners, and applicants must email a 250-word essay by Feb. 28 + winners will be notified in mid-March and attend a celebration in June. Florida Today
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ UF experts warn that eight invasive plants sold at local garden centers could harm native landscapes as homeowners replant after the recent freeze. They encourage buyers to research carefully to choose native species that support local ecosystems. Florida Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Florida Department of Transportation activated two new Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons on Monday along U.S. 192 at Bry Lynn Drive and Palm Boulevard to boost safety for pedestrians and cyclists in Melbourne (three more beacons will be activated soon at additional intersections). WFTV 9
- ➤ Brevard County officials voted on Feb. 10 to impose a burn ban amid dry conditions that raise wildfire risk - the ban stops bonfires, campfires, trash burning and open outdoor incineration while allowing state-sanctioned burns, barbecue grills and permitted fireworks events. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ NASA will begin a 50-hour wet dress rehearsal at Kennedy Space Center at 6:40 p.m. today to fuel Artemis II and simulate a launch window at 8:30 p.m. on Feb. 19; a successful test could set the earliest launch for March 6. FOX 35 Orlando
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Eastern Florida State College softball team returns today to Titan Softball Complex for a free doubleheader against Florida State College at Jacksonville. The Titans, 9-1, will look to avenge their only loss as they maintain a strong .417 batting average. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ Voting is open for the PuroClean of Melbourne Boys Athlete of the Week contest, featuring nominees for their performances from Feb. 9-14. Cast your vote at 321preps.com or floridatoday.com before noon Thursday (Feb. 19). Florida Today
- ➤ Residents can vote for the PuroClean of Melbourne Girls Athlete of the Week featuring nominees chosen from Feb. 9 to 14 by visiting 321preps.com and floridatoday.com + voting ends at noon on Feb. 19. Florida Today
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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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Black Heritage Calendar Festival
12-4 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — Free entry — Celebrate culture, creativity, and community at this vibrant festival.
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Pretty Tied Up - Tribute to Guns N' Roses
7-10 p.m. — Pineapples — In-person event — Experience the explosive performance of Pretty Tied Up, the nation's top tribute to Guns N' Roses.
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Tina: The Tina Turner Musical
8 PM — Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts — Check website for ticket prices — Experience the electrifying journey of the Queen of Rock n' Roll through her greatest hits.
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Modern Calligraphy Workshop at 905 Cafe
2:30-4 p.m. — 905 Cafe — Cost varies — Dive into the art of beautiful lettering in a fun and creative afternoon.
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Bricks & Brews
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Wonder Waffel Melbourne — Food and drink available — A relaxed evening building with LEGO in a social setting for adults.
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Ladies’ Sip and Dip Party
3:30-5 p.m. — Wickham Park — Bring your own food and drink — A casual gathering for women to connect and enjoy friendly conversation over shared dips.
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South Beaches Concert Series
6-9 p.m. — Nancy Higgs Park — Free entry — Enjoy live music by Hot Pink and local food trucks at this community concert.
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St. Patrick's Day Party
6-9 p.m. — Melbourne Ballroom — $10 entry — Celebrate with a high-energy dance party featuring DJ Drift and a chance to win prizes for the best themed outfit.
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