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Melbourne
Wednesday, April 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 16-year-old riding an electric scooter was struck on Aurora Road near the intersection of Vickers Drive (April 25) by a 63-year-old pickup truck driver who could not avoid the collision, and he was airlifted to Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children where he remains in stable condition as the Florida Highway Patrol investigates the crash. Florida Today
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On April 28, a United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket launched 27 Kuiper satellites from Cape Canaveral, delivering them into orbit for Amazon’s broadband project aimed at helping underserved areas. The launch is the first of about 80 planned missions+ Amazon said it will begin service to customers later this year. Florida Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Patrick Space Force Base is boosting its security measures to meet new antiterrorism guidelines as launch activity grows since the Space Force began in 2019. A January incident made officials act with extra caution, and the South Gate upgrade will be complete by mid-2026 — keeping access open for over 125,000 local retirees and families. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ Florida residents must get a REAL ID by May 7 if they plan to fly or enter federal facilities. First-time applicants must visit a DMV + tax collector's office with the required documents to verify their identity and residency. Florida Today
- ➤ Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Florida's longest Gulf red snapper season will run for 126 days starting Memorial Day weekend. The season applies to private and charter vessels with a daily limit of two fish and includes summer and fall segments — featuring holiday fishing days for Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Florida Today
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ More Florida cities—including Melbourne and Palm Bay—are stopping the addition of fluoride in their drinking water after Florida’s Surgeon General warned that women and children may face health risks. Community discussions and recent council meetings show growing concern over studies that question the benefits of water fluoridation and officials plan to adjust the process soon. Florida Today
SHOP NEWS
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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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Lunch and Learn on Hurricane Protection
11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. — Bridgewater at Viera — Free entry — Gain insights from hurricane protection experts while enjoying lunch.
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