Daily
Melbourne
Thursday, May 7th, 2026
Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 38th Annual All Veterans Reunion is underway at Wickham Park (2500 Parkway Drive) through May 10 after a wreath-laying on May 4; it features live music, food trucks, vendor booths, and a job fair today for a family-friendly celebration. Space Coast Daily
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ At Kennedy Space Center, the Space Coast Black Chamber of Commerce hosted a national business delegation where leaders like Ron Busby + Shaheewa Jarrett discussed aerospace contracting opportunities and strategies to boost small business growth during a panel discussion. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ Publix (a local chain) has posted new signs showing it now kindly asks that only law enforcement openly carry firearms inside its stores. The policy reverses last fall's change following state law updates, and officials have not specified enforcement steps. Florida Today
- ➤ Groundswell Startups celebrates three years of its Prototype Lab, a hub that drives local product innovation & supports over 50 founders with rapid prototyping and technical expertise. It continues to expand capabilities for Space Coast entrepreneurs. Space Coast Daily
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Duke Energy will apply a refund to customer bills from June through September due to overcharged hurricane restoration costs — the commission approved a 0.562-cent-per-kWh reduction that will save roughly $5.62 per month, reflecting a $90.5M refund. Florida Today
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fire weather watches are in effect for 13 Florida counties as extreme drought and high temperatures heighten wildfire risks. A cold front will bring scattered showers to North Florida today while Central and South Florida remain hot and dry. Florida Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Space Launch Delta 45 and the Eastern Range set a new record in April by launching five different rockets from Patrick Space Force Base, surpassing the six-decade high of four vehicles. The milestone highlights modern space operations that support both national and commercial missions (a sign of rapid innovation). Space Coast Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Readers can cast their vote for Brevard’s all-time best boys basketball player in an online poll curated by USA TODAY Network experts. The poll spotlights five candidates, including NBA champion Will Perdue and Obi Toppin who played for Melbourne Central Catholic High — and will be open for submissions. Florida Today
- ➤ Merritt Island’s beach volleyball team defeated New Smyrna Beach + now qualifies for the state semifinals; the team will face a new opponent in the upcoming match. Florida Today
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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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Nike Volleyball Camp at Cape Coast Volleyball Club
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Cape Coast Volleyball Club — $255 for a 2-day camp — Enhance your volleyball skills with expert coaching in a fun and competitive environment.
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Viera Farmers and Artisan Market
4-8 p.m. — Viera Regional Park — Free entry — Discover local flavors and unique crafts from talented artisans and food vendors.
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Sip Explore - Taste The World
2-5 p.m. — Total Wine & More — Free — Experience an exciting tasting journey with choose-your-own flavor adventures at interactive stations.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.
~ Carl Jung
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