Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of April.
Good morning, Melbourne.
All Points signed an exclusive NASA agreement to lease 64 acres at Kennedy Space Center for a multi-user spacecraft processing complex that will support national security, civil and commercial missions.
The Spaceport Logistics Center will open by the end of 2027 near Schwarz Road and State Road 3.
Brevard Public Schools and the Brevard Federation of Teachers finalized an agreement that will give first year teachers hired by Oct.
28 a one time $750 payment on May 29 and expects around 530 teachers to qualify & receive negotiated raises for the 2026-2027 and 2027-2028 school years.
Melby the manatee was rescued from a concrete junction box in Melbourne Beach when a survey crew found him on Feb.
9. After treatment at SeaWorld, he was released at Ballard Park — officials and a gathered crowd celebrated his return to the river.
Residents in Melbourne already notice more snake activity as weather warms, and state rules say nuisance snakes should be trapped and released or euthanized humanely within 24 hours (protected species cannot be shot and local ordinances restrict firearm use in residential areas).
Launch Credit Union will host its free Financial Power After Hours event on Tuesday, Apr.
28 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at its Melbourne-Wickham Branch (2200 N. Wickham Road) to offer guidance on home buying, auto loans and retirement planning, plus a drawing for a 65-inch TV.
County commissioner Thad Altman said that increasing the budget to place lifeguards on every Brevard beach would require a tax hike because many beaches have no lifeguards.
Two recent drownings spurred the discussion and the county is hiring 45 lifeguards to help address the shortage.
Wilber Marshall was honored in 2012 as a Space Coast Sports Hall of Fame inductee for his stellar football career from Astronaut High School to two Super Bowl titles.
His years with the Bears, Redskins, Oilers and Jets show his lasting impact on local & national football.
Food Safety Manager Class and Pencil Exam
9:45 a.m. — Hospitality Resource Supply — Registration required — Gain essential food safety knowledge with a comprehensive class followed by a pencil exam.
Classic Motorcycle Show
9 AM – 2 PM — Green Gables — $10 per motorcycle — Enjoy stunning views while showcasing vintage motorcycles and live music.
Space Coast ModelFest 2026
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Azan Shriners Center — $5 — Celebrate creativity and craftsmanship at a vibrant model contest with various themed categories.
Aaron Wolf Concert
7-10 p.m. — Pineapples — Tickets available — So-Cal reggae artist Aaron Wolf returns to the Moon Room with local support from Pine Tree Drive.
Shrek - The Musical
8-11 p.m. — Henegar Center For the Arts — Tickets from $81 — Enjoy a fun-filled evening with the unforgettable musical adaptation of a beloved fairy tale.
Brevard Community Mental Health Symposium
8 a.m.–3 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — Free entry — Engage with mental health experts and resources in the community.
Shrek - The Musical
8-11 p.m. — Henegar Center For the Arts — Tickets start at $81 — Experience the laughter and fun of Shrek brought to life on stage.
Cake Social for Women
4-5:30 p.m. — Serenity Venue — Ticket required — Bring a cake and make new friends while sampling delicious desserts together.
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