Daily
Melbourne
Tuesday, April 21st, 2026
Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A peak of the Lyrids meteor shower is expected today with 10-20 meteors per hour and occasional bright fireballs seen from clear skies over Florida—stargazers are advised to watch the northeast sky after 9:00 p.m. ET for the best view. Florida Today
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket launched from Cape Canaveral on Sunday, Apr. 19, but its upper stage deployed AST SpaceMobile’s BlueBird 7 satellite into a lower-than-planned orbit (causing it to deorbit) and AST SpaceMobile expects to recover the loss through insurance. Florida Today
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Brevard Public Schools released the Class of 2026 graduation schedule, with ceremonies beginning May 20 and continuing until May 27 across several local venues (including King Center and various stadiums). Families are encouraged to arrive early to join the celebrations. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ An audit of Brevard Public Schools found training gaps, recordkeeping lapses, and overreported adult-ed hours (including missing separation affidavits) that have raised concerns about safety practices. School officials plan to update protocols soon. Florida Today
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Meteorologists explain that El Niño, La Niña, and ENSO are set to influence Florida’s 2026 hurricane season, which will start June 1. They note that El Niño usually brings stronger winds that limit tropical activity *although storms may still form*, so residents should remain prepared. Florida Today
- ➤ Volunteers track horseshoe crabs along Brevard shorelines (at Kelly Park and Parrish Park) as part of a citizen science program led by Holly Abeels. The surveys run February through April and support biomedical testing by ensuring a steady crab population amidst shoreline loss. News 6
- ➤ Wildfire conditions remain a risk as 32 counties face burn bans amid dry air and windy conditions. Local residents in Melbourne should monitor weather updates and practice fire safety since a cold front may bring slight rain later this week. Florida Today
- ➤ Fire crews contained brushfires burning 70 acres in Palm Bay’s Compound area over the weekend after the city lifted its burn ban — weather officials warn that strong winds today in Brevard County may quickly spread fire risks. Florida Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ SpaceX will launch a Falcon 9 carrying a GPS III-8 satellite today from Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. Residents in Brevard County may see the launch if weather permits (launch window is 2:53 a.m. to 3:08 a.m.). Florida Today
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Residents can safely dispose of unused medications during the DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 25 at the Melbourne Police Department headquarters at 250 W. NASA Blvd & the drop-off will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to help reduce medication misuse. Space Coast Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Seven Brevard baseball teams have made the FHSAA tournament and will begin regional playoffs on April 24 for Classes 4A-7A and April 25 for Classes 1A-3A. The semifinals and finals follow on May 1-2, May 8-9, and state finals are set for May 13-20 at Hammond Stadium in Fort Myers. Florida Today
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Classic Motorcycle Show
9 AM – 2 PM — Green Gables — $10 per motorcycle — Enjoy stunning views while showcasing vintage motorcycles and live music.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.
~ Henry Ford
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