Daily
Melbourne
Friday, March 13th, 2026
Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ SpaceX’s Falcon 9 is set to launch 29 Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station at 6 a.m. Friday. The booster’s first stage will land on the Just Read the Instructions (JRTI) droneship in the Atlantic Ocean. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ Hell 'n Blazes Brewing Company won Best Medium-Sized Brewery in Florida today after earning six medals at the Best Florida Beer Professional Competition. The brewery, set in a renovated historic downtown building, marked its second consecutive state title and attracts locals with its award-winning brews + inviting taproom. Florida Today
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A rare harbor seal appeared on a sandbar in Mosquito Lagoon near Ponce Inlet on Monday, March 12; the underweight animal returned to the water before rescue could begin, Hubbs-SeaWorld researchers said (urging observers to stay 300 ft away). Florida Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Brevard County Sheriff's Office welcomed Abigayle Atwell as the first female Automotive Technician on its fleet maintenance team last week. The graduate from Mech-Tech Institute received an award from Fleet Director Tommy Branam (her appointment marks a historic first for the agency). Space Coast Daily
- ➤ A partial government shutdown led to TSA staffing issues that caused longer wait times at some Florida airports last Thursday, although wait times at Melbourne Orlando International Airport stayed under 15 minutes. Florida Today
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Bayside Bears girls basketball team beat Bartram Trail 50-43 on Thursday and advanced to the Class 6A state championship. They will play on Saturday, Mar. 14 at 2:30 p.m. at The CSI Companies Arena (University of North Florida). Space Coast Daily
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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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St. Patrick's Day Celebration with John McDonald and the Irish Luck Quartet
6-10 p.m. — Meg O'Malley's Restaurant & Irish Pub — Free entry — Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with live music and festive fun at a local favorite.
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Third Thursdays
5-8 p.m. — The Avenue Viera — Free entry — Enjoy live music and complimentary treats in a family-friendly atmosphere at Central Park.
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Space Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival
5 PM – 11 PM — Space Coast Daily Park — Tickets $50-70 — Experience breathtaking balloon rides along with a dazzling laser show and live music.
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Downtown Melbourne Farmers Market
10 AM – 2 PM — Riverview Park — Free entry — Explore local fresh foods and baked goods from certified local growers.
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Oblivion Listening Session
7-11 p.m. — Pineapples — Free entry — Immerse yourself in the lofi vibes of Twin Rova's latest track 'Oblivion'.
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Getting2Zero 5K Run
8 AM – 12 PM — Eau Gallie Square Park — $30 entry ($35 on race day) — Participate in a community 5K race with awards for top finishers in multiple categories.
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Liberty Company: A Social Club for Veterans
10:00 – 11:30 a.m. — One Senior Place — Free entry — Connect with fellow veterans over coffee and donuts while sharing stories in a friendly environment.
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Wickham Park First Friday Event
5:30-9:00 p.m. — Wickham Park — Free entry — Enjoy live music by Innuendo and food from local food trucks at this community favorite.
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Eco-Egg Hunt
10 AM - 4 PM — Barrier Island Center — Free entry — Search for eco-eggs hidden throughout the sanctuary to win candy and prizes.
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