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Saturday, April 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ SpaceX will launch a Falcon 9 carrying 23 Starlink satellites tomorrow from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral—liftoff is scheduled for 10:58 p.m. ET with backup opportunities until early Monday. The mission marks the 20th flight for the reusable booster and will conclude with a landing on the Just Read the Instructions droneship in the Atlantic. Space Coast Daily
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, the free Melbourne Art Festival begins in Wickham Park where over 200 artists will display work around the back lake and food court—live music plays from 11:30 a.m. until 7 p.m., with additional shows and family activities set for Sunday, all with free admission and parking. News 6
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Office supplies from Orlando Health Rockledge Hospital, which closed Tuesday after 84 years, were loaded by team members on Thursday for donation to Brevard Public Schools—over 150 boxes in 11 vehicles carried items like colored paper and pens—to supply teachers with free materials. News 6
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Eighteen Florida counties have issued burn bans amid extreme drought conditions affecting parts of the peninsula. Officials say little rain is expected for at least another week—dry soil, low humidity and gusty winds continue to raise wildfire risks across the state. Florida Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A secret missile test from Cape Canaveral was conducted for the Department of Defense on April 25 and left a clear propellant smoke trail over the Atlantic Ocean. The Army named its Long-Range Hypersonic Weapon program 'Dark Eagle' (reflecting its speed and agility) while officials evaluate the test results. Florida Today
- ➤ Brevard County Commission approved a 37% fire fee increase to help pay for firefighter and paramedic wages. Homeowners will pay an extra $103.44 a year — and financial reports expect the change to produce nearly $11.5 million extra annually — with a final vote on May 20. Florida Today
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Space Coast Sports Hall of Fame induction ceremony will be held on May 24 at Eastern Florida State College in Melbourne with a meet-and-greet at 6 p.m. and dinner and the formal induction at 7 p.m.—the event will honor local sports figures such as All-American Steve Freeman who led Florida Tech to a national soccer championship in 1988. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ Brevard County district softball tournaments will start April 28th as top seeds including MCC, Astronaut, Eau Gallie, and Viera compete in quarterfinals on April 28th, semifinals on April 29th, and district championships on May 1st. Teams from districts such as 13-1A, 8-2A, 8-3A, 8-4A, 13-5A, and 7-6A will face off at local schools with schedules subject to change. Florida Today
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Bull Creek Cemetery Hike
8:30-11:30 a.m. — Sam's Club — Free entry — Explore nature on a 5-mile hike organized by the Space Coast Hiking Meetup Group.
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Intracoastal Sunday Market
12-4 p.m. — Intracoastal Brewing Company — Free entry — Shop from over 25 local vendors while enjoying live music in the beer garden.
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The Art of Stillness: A Yin Yoga & Sound Immersion
6:30-8 p.m. — Yoga Gallery Downtown — $35 pre-paid / $45 at door — Experience a transformative evening of yin yoga and sound healing led by expert instructors.
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Green Gables Historic Home Open House
6-10 a.m. — Green Gables — $10 donation; Children free — Explore a historic home and learn about its restoration.
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Mother's Day Brunch
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Brevard Zoo — Cost info not provided — Celebrate moms with a delightful brunch, animal encounters, and fun activities in a beautiful setting.
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Latin Dancing and Lessons
6-9 p.m. — Flames Mediterranean Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy a lively night of Latin music and dance lessons led by a professional instructor.
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321: Tacos & Treats Throwdown
12-8 p.m. — Wickham Park — $5 tacos & desserts — Indulge in tacos, enjoy live music, and partake in a foam party and axe throwing at this delicious throwdown.
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Brit Floyd - Pink Floyd Tribute
8-9:30 p.m. — Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket information available — Experience a stunning tribute to Pink Floyd’s iconic masterpiece 'The Dark Side of the Moon'.
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90s Pop/R&B Night Featuring Jennifer Roth
7-11 p.m. — Pineapples — General Admission $19.10 — Experience the soulful sounds of SWAAG with guest vocalist Jennifer Roth in a vibrant night of 90s hits.
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Oklahoma Stackhouse with Another Summer
7:30-11 p.m. — Pineapples — $13.39 — Enjoy a night of groovy tunes with Orlando's Oklahoma Stackhouse and local favorites, Another Summer.
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