Daily
Melbourne
Wednesday, April 29th, 2026
Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, the Brevard Humane Society Molly Mutt Thrift Shop held a dedication for its new wall mural that adds a splash of local art and community pride. Florida Today
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Smokey Bones closed its restaurant near Melbourne Square Mall on Tuesday, April 28, after operating for over a decade (the restaurant’s website and social media confirmed the abrupt shutdown amid chain restructuring and bankruptcy filings by its parent companies). Florida Today
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Scammers have used photos from Movable Roots — a local tiny home builder — to post fake online listings that lure buyers into sending deposits, causing thousands in lost funds amid a tight housing market. News 6
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Officer Chris Hattaway, a resource officer at Rockledge High School and alumnus, was named 2026 Florida School-Related Employee of the Year by the Florida Department of Education for his work in building trust and launching programs like Rocking Resilience and a free summer camp for at-risk students. Space Coast Daily
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Brighter Days Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care now offers specialized nursing and educational support for medically fragile children from birth to 21 at centers in Palm Bay and Melbourne; the program features a screened pavilion (with wind chimes and a fountain) and transport services, operating Monday through Saturday. Space Coast Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Melbourne Central Catholic won a District 8-2A softball game against Cocoa Beach on Monday, Apr. 27 with a score of 12-2 and will face Space Coast today in the district championship. Standout performances included Madelynn Prayto. Florida Today
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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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Beetlejuice Musical
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the ghost-with-the-most in this hilarious and touching musical adaptation of Tim Burton's classic film.
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