Daily
Melbourne
Friday, March 14th, 2025
Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of March.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Brevard Public Schools has installed an OpenGate weapons-detection system at all 16 high schools, completing a phased rollout that began at Melbourne High last year. The battery-powered detectors (costing $17,000 each) scan students quickly and add extra security at school entrances. News 6
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Three Republican candidates for State Senate District 19, including candidate Tim Thomas from Melbourne, discussed strict eight-year term limits as they raised issues like home insurance rates and the health of the Indian River Lagoon during a virtual forum. They will face a special primary on April 1 + then a runoff against Democrat Vance Aherns on June 10. Florida Today
- ➤ NASA and SpaceX plan to launch Crew-10 on a Falcon 9 rocket from Kennedy Space Center on March 14, 2025 at 7:08 p.m. EDT after a previous scrubbed attempt on March 12—this mission will take astronauts to the International Space Station and set up the return of Crew-9 while residents on the Space Coast may hear sonic booms during liftoff. Florida Today
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Rockledge Hospital will close in April—its emergency room ending on April 7 and the full shutdown on April 22—local officials warn that ambulance rides will take 20 extra minutes while lawmakers and community leaders call for delays to avoid a healthcare crisis. FOX 35 Orlando
- ➤ Brevard County Fire Rescue will no longer transport patients to Orlando Health Rockledge Hospital starting April 7, two weeks before it is set to close on April 22 due to the building's poor condition. Cocoa City Council has urged Orlando Health and state officials to step in—worrying that longer transport times may affect emergency care. News 6
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2025 St. Patrick's Festival at Meg O'Malley's
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a three-day festival featuring live music, food, drinks, and various traditional Irish festivities in Historic Downtown Melbourne.
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Tru Phonic Live Performance in Melbourne, FL
Experience a live performance by Tru Phonic, featuring original music by Jake Salter and talented musicians at Nomads Canteen.
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Welcome Spring Craft Show & Market
This event features local artisans and crafters selling plants, fresh foods, and baked goods, along with food trucks.
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Back In The Building - The Ultimate Elvis Tribute Musical
4-5 p.m. — Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets available — Experience the ultimate celebration of Elvis Presley in this tribute musical.
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Phil Wickham Live Worship Concert
Phil Wickham, along with Kristian Stanfill and Cody Carnes, will perform a collaborative worship concert featuring a unique atmosphere of music and praise.
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Bored Teachers Comedy Tour
Bored Teachers is a relatable comedy event that brings humor from the classroom to the stage, appealing to anyone with educational experience.
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Melbourne Home Show
10 AM – 4 PM — Melbourne Auditorium — Ticketed entry — Discover the latest trends and innovations in home design and improvement.
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Brevard Corporate 5K
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Melbourne Orlando International Airport — Cost info not provided — Celebrate the 14th anniversary of the largest outdoor 5K while enjoying the aviation theme.
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Grant BBQ Festival
11 a.m. — Grant Seafood Festival — Free admission — Enjoy 3 days of live music, BBQ, and local vendors at this festive celebration.
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Blueberry Fest 2025
10 a.m.-5 p.m. — Wickham Park — $7 admission — A weekend of family fun featuring fresh blueberries, crafts, and exciting contests.
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