Daily
Melbourne
Thursday, April 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ This weekend offers free events including the Spring Fling festivals at Brevard Discovery Garden and Merritt Island, the Melbourne Art Festival at Wickham Park, and a classic motorcycle show in Melbourne on April 25 (with additional concerts and Civil War History Day available nearby). Florida Today
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Blue Origin’s barge Jacklyn returned to Port Canaveral on April 22 after landing its second New Glenn booster, though an upper stage issue led to a satellite loss. The FAA has paused future flights pending an investigation as Blue Origin works with its customer and regulators. Florida Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ NASA's inspector general reported that delays in developing new lunar spacesuits may push their readiness to 2031, risking the 2028 lunar landing as contractor setbacks trigger a review of safety protocols (the agency is rethinking its contract terms to ensure suit interoperability). FOX 35 Orlando
- ➤ Rachel Rutledge has been named the new CEO of LEAD Brevard, replacing Kristin Bakke who retires after 25 years. Rutledge, currently the Career and Technical Education Director for Brevard Public Schools, will begin her role on May 1 and lead community leadership initiatives. Florida Today
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A new Italian-style bakery will open late May at 2002 S. Harbor City Blvd in downtown Melbourne. Owner Michelle Franzen will offer Italian pastries, wedding cakes and New York-style baked goods made with imported Italian flour and clean ingredients. 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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Shrek - The Musical
2-5 p.m. — Henegar Center For the Arts — Tickets start at $105 — Enjoy a whimsical live adaptation of the beloved animated classic.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all.
~ Helen Keller
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