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Sunday, April 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 6th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday night, April 5, a Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from Cape Canaveral carrying 28 Starlink satellites and its first-stage booster landed on the drone ship Just Read the Instructions — a sign of a successful mission. The next launch will happen on April 9 — a ULA Atlas V rocket will send 27 Amazon Kuiper satellites into orbit. Florida Today
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Jeff Abramowski’s murder conviction will be vacated based on new DNA tests that showed the hair and evidence on the murder weapon did not belong to him after 23 years in prison. His attorney said the state supports the motion — though a new trial may still be scheduled. Florida Today
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Rockledge High School teacher Meg McGivney is gearing up for the 11th annual Dancing for the Space Coast, a charity event set for Saturday, May 31 at 5:30 p.m. at Florida Tech’s Clemente Center—dancers will rehearse choreographed routines with professional partners to raise funds for local charities. Space Coast Daily
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Florida Power — Light shared five energy-saving tips to help local homeowners reduce bills as warmer weather approaches. The tips include sealing leaks, cleaning refrigerator coils, adjusting water heater settings, switching to LED bulbs, and upgrading air conditioners with rebates — and customers can request a free onsite energy survey from an FPL expert. Space Coast Daily
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Nine-year-old Vivian Sleeth from Rockledge faces a rare brain cancer called DIPG while still going to school, playing with friends, and receiving hospice nurse visits every two weeks — she fights her illness with the support of caring teachers and classmates. Her mother works hard every day to spread the word and find better treatment options for her daughter. Florida Today
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Merritt Island outscored Melbourne Central Catholic 9 to 3 in a district lacrosse game at Merritt Island High on April 3. The win gave Merritt Island a strong advantage — their players made key plays while Melbourne Central struggled to score. Florida Today
- ➤ On Friday, April 4th, Melbourne Central Catholic won a 7 to 6 softball game against Rockledge when Rockledge's Kaylah Comeau hit two home runs to tie the game at 6 before a late rally by the Hustlers secured the win. The score reflects a closely contested match that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Florida Today
- ➤ Coaches from Brevard County public schools selected the 2024-25 All-Cape Coast Conference girls soccer team from 11 schools, and Melbourne’s Mike Lord was named girls coach of the year—his Bulldogs posted a 13-4-1 season. The team lineup features athletes such as Adriana Lord and Zoey Di Orio alongside players from Cocoa Beach, Edgewood, Titusville, Viera, Space Coast, Rockledge, Bayside, Satellite, and Merritt Island. Florida Today
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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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Melbourne Municipal Band Concert: Space
7-9 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — Free concert — Explore the wonders of space through music and imagination.
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A Moonlit Painting Night
6-8 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $40-$49 per person — Unleash your creativity in a fun, adult-only painting class with BYOB options.
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Melbourne Art Festival
5 AM – 1 PM — Wickham Park — Free entry — Celebrate 40 years of artistic talent at Florida's top-ranked juried Fine Art Festival.
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