Daily
Melbourne
Sunday, March 15th, 2026
Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Medal of Honor Tribute Dinner at Brevard Veterans Memorial Center on March 13 honored combat wounded veterans and Medal of Honor recipient Melvin Morris. Three honorees attended a Saturday meet and greet and classic car show following a Medal of Honor 5K Run & Walk at the new amphitheater. Florida Today
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ SpaceX launched a batch of Starlink satellites into orbit early Saturday morning from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station *celebrating Pi Day*. Florida Today
- ➤ SpaceX’s Falcon 9 will launch 29 Starlink satellites Tuesday evening from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station with a launch window from 6:26 to 10:26 p.m. ET and a booster landing planned on the droneship in the Atlantic. Space Coast Daily
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, March 13, Florida’s average regular gas price dipped slightly to $3.716 per gallon — though prices remain 83 cents higher since the Iran War began, and a historic release of 400 million barrels is easing global oil price hikes while supplies through the Strait of Hormuz stay limited. Florida Today
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Financial planner Dottie Bourlier in Indian Harbour Beach advises shifting HSA funds from cash to investments for long-term growth; triple tax advantage boosts savings when contributions meet IRS limits. For 2026, self-only amounts are capped at $4,400 +( family plans at $8,750, with a $1,000 catch-up for those 55+. Florida Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Recruit Class 26-01 finished a 10-week training program and will join as firefighters and paramedics to boost emergency response in the county; family, friends, and department leaders celebrated the accomplishment at the ceremony. Space Coast Daily
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Fresh From Florida demonstrates a recipe for strawberry cheesecake dip using local produce (strawberries, pecans, and honey). The dip blends cream cheese, sour cream, and orange juice and is served with cookies and fruit for dipping. Space Coast Daily
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Space Coast real estate expert Bobby Freeman explained that some homes and condos in Melbourne sit on the market due to mispricing, poor presentation & weak positioning against competing listings; he urged sellers to adjust strategies to attract offers. Space Coast Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Space Coast Sports Hall of Fame honored coach Al Werneke for winning back-to-back state championships at Titusville in 1982 and 1983 (celebrating his focus on mental toughness) and his celebrated career left a lasting legacy on local football even after his passing in 1997. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ The Bayside Bears girls basketball team finished as FHSAA Class 6A state runner-up after losing 65-22 to St. Thomas Aquinas Saturday at UNF Arena (Jacksonville). They reached the championship after beating Bartram Trail in the state semifinal, marking one of their deepest postseason runs. Space Coast Daily
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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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15th Annual Brevard Corporate 5K
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Melbourne Orlando International Airport — Cost not specified — Celebrate aviation at the largest outdoor office party in Brevard County.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Joseph Campbell
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