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Monday, May 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 5th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wickham Park in Melbourne will host the 37th Veterans Memorial Reunion from May 8 to 11 with daily tributes, gatherings and exhibits honoring veterans & showcasing the Vietnam Wall and Global War on Terror 'Some Gave All' Wall. A wreath-laying ceremony will take place today from 4:00 to 7:00 & offers a moment for community remembrance. Space Coast Daily
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Hassan Abdirahman Sheikh Ali, 36, from Charlotte was held without bail after a May 2 hit-and-run crash on I‑95 near Palm Bay killed two road surveyors — his arraignment is set for May 23 at the Moore Justice Center. Florida Today
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Brevard County tourism officials are worried as advanced bookings at six local hotels drop compared with last year—February tax collections for tourism fell by 7%. They also are cautious about political uncertainty and a Florida House tax proposal that might shift how tourism revenue is used. Florida Today
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Eastern Florida State College has opened enrollment for Fall 2025 classes today with options for on-campus, hybrid, or online courses. The program offers degrees and certificates in fields like business and health (applications are accepted online) with classes starting the week of Aug. 18. Space Coast Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ SpaceX launched its Falcon 9 rocket on May 4 at 4:54 a.m. ET from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center, sending 29 Starlink satellites to low Earth orbit; the booster, making its 20th flight, had supported earlier missions like Crew 6. Space Coast Daily
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Eastern Florida State College named five softball players to the All-Citrus Conference North teams on Friday, with freshman Avery Velazquez earning Player of the Year for her record-setting season with 38 wins. The Titans will open the FCSAA Division I Softball Championship on Wednesday at 10 a.m. in Clearwater—continuing a strong season. Space Coast Daily
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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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Thrifting Bus Adventure to Ormond Beach
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM — The Home Depot — $80.00 — Experience a luxurious thrifting bus tour packed with exciting shopping and delightful catered meals.
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