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Melbourne
Thursday, March 19th, 2026
Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, Brevard County Fire Rescue firefighters Brendan Gish and Joseph Kollatitsch visited the BCSO Animal Care Center to walk shelter dogs and offer comfort during their lunch break. Their kind act shows how local service can brighten the day for everyone. Space Coast Daily
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ SpaceX will launch a Falcon 9 today from Cape Canaveral carrying 29 Starlink satellites to low Earth orbit; the booster is set to land on the drone ship (Just Read the Instructions) if weather permits. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ Dave & Buster’s has secured approvals for a 26,000 sqft entertainment venue at 8510 Napolo Drive in Viera, following a finalized $3.9 million land purchase; it will be Brevard County’s first location for the chain. Florida Today
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Brevard Zoo was named the 5th-best zoo on March 18 in the USA TODAY 10BEST Readers' Choice Awards, marking its seventh year among the nation’s top zoos. The zoo houses over 900 animals and provides guests with experiences like kayaking in Melbourne. Florida Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ County commissioners approved spending $5 million to buy land near the Barefoot Bay water plant so new water and wastewater treatment facilities can be built to remove PFAS, a dangerous forever chemical exceeding EPA limits. Construction is estimated to cost around $60 million and could begin in about two years. News 6
- ➤ NASA’s Parker Solar Probe completed its 27th close approach on March 11, matching its record distance of 3.8 million miles from the Sun. The spacecraft measured solar wind and activity and began transmitting detailed data on March 17 to boost scientific research. Space Coast Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ontario Prospects 16U and North Toronto 16U competed in Cocoa Beach Spring Training in Brevard County this spring. The long-running event provided teams access to baseball venues, organized practices, meal packages, and umpires (run by Sports Management Pros for 37 years) to prepare for the season. Space Coast Daily
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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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Almost ABBA Tribute Show
7:30-9 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — Tickets available — Experience the magic of ABBA with stunning costumes and an interactive tribute performance.
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Cocoa Beach Air Show
9 AM - 4 PM — Lori Wilson Park — Free entry — Experience breathtaking aerial performances and celebrate America's 250th birthday along the beautiful Cocoa Beach coastline.
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