Friday, March 28th, 2025

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Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Shaw and Moana are energetic dogs available for adoption at The Dog Spot Hotel in Melbourne through the Beyond the Fight Initiative — they are not a bonded pair and need families ready for an active lifestyle. Space Coast Daily
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Christopher J. Kane, 30, was sentenced to life in prison after he allegedly beat Joshua J. Elzas with a crowbar and shot him to death during a struggle at a house on the 1000 block of Garfield Street in Melbourne on April 28th, 2020. FOX 35 Orlando
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission closed its Unusual Mortality Event on March 14th + manatee starvation deaths have declined as seagrass in the Indian River Lagoon grew back. The agency said it will continue to work with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to monitor and rescue any sea cows in distress. News 6
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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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Space Coast Classic 15K & 2 Mile
6:30-10:30 a.m. — Catherine Schweinsberg Rood Central Library — Entry fee may apply — Experience Brevard's only 15K race with classic TV finisher medals and a free race shirt.
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RoofTop Easter Brunch
10:30 AM – 3:00 PM — Hotel Melby Downtown Melbourne, Tapestry Collection by Hilton — $69.95 for adults — Celebrate Easter with a delightful brunch and an egg hunt high above Melbourne.
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Earth Day Celebration at Aquarina
9-11 p.m. — 450 Aquarina Blvd, Melbourne Beach, FL — Free entry — Celebrate Earth Day with informative sessions and expert insights from community partners.
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Melbourne Municipal Band Concert: Space. The Final Frontier
7-9 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — Free entry — Experience a musical journey exploring the mysteries of the universe through sound and imagination.
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