Daily
Melbourne
Sunday, March 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 22nd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dorothy 'Ms. Dot' Linson (87) will be honored on March 25 in Washington, D.C. by the Congressional Medal of Honor Society for decades-long work feeding children, seniors and families in Melbourne. Florida Today
- ➤ Space Coast Transportation Planning Organization and West Melbourne Police hosted the final Brake for Break (Pedestrian Safety Pop-Up) on U.S. 192 to teach drivers to yield at new pedestrian hybrid beacons as Brevard County Spring Break nears, with support from city leaders. Space Coast Daily
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Poocharella (Fest Fur the Dogs) at Wickham Park brought pet lovers together for a day of dog adoption, awareness, and live music as local organizers celebrated canine joy. Florida Today
- ➤ Windover Pond, discovered in 1982 near Titusville, is one of North America's most important ancient burial sites. Scientists study its artifacts — preserved in peat with low acidity — to learn about a culture that thrived about 8,000 years ago. Space Coast Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Cocoa Police have warned parents to watch over their children’s online chats after investigations showed predators shifting from Roblox and Fortnite to Discord. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ NASA's Artemis II SLS rocket arrived at Pad 39B at Kennedy Space Center on Friday, Mar. 20 after an 11-hour journey from the Vehicle Assembly Building. The team is preparing for the crew's 10-day lunar mission that will launch April 1 — with opportunities available through April 6. Space Coast Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Eastern Florida State College baseball team lost two Citrus Conference games in Ocala on Saturday — they were shut out 5-0 in the first game and fell 15-14 on a walk-off home run in the second. The Titans will play Lake Sumter State College on Tuesday at 2 p.m. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ Matt Walters, an Eau Gallie High School grad and key player on Miami's 2001 national championship team, was inducted into the Space Coast Sports Hall of Fame today. The Northrop Grumman engineer is honored for his leadership on the field and academic success. Space Coast Daily
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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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Cocoa Beach Air Show
9 AM – 4 PM — Lori Wilson Park — Free viewing available — Experience thrilling aerial performances including the U.S. Navy Blue Angels as part of America's 250th Anniversary celebration.
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Third Thursdays Event
5-8 p.m. — The Avenue Viera — Free entry — Enjoy live music, complimentary snacks, and a free drink or ice cream in a pet-friendly atmosphere.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Tony Robbins
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