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Melbourne
Tuesday, May 12th, 2026
Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Keeley (a 16-week dachshund puppy) was bitten on April 21 by a rattlesnake in her Brevard County backyard and received four vials of antivenom at the Animal Specialty and Emergency Center, allowing her to safely return home the next day. Florida Today
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Erdman Automotive is hosting a job fair on Wednesday, May 13 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Mike Erdman Mobility Showroom+ located at 4650 Highway 520 in Cocoa+ where residents can apply for roles in sales, service, and more. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ SpaceX is building a $1.8 billion Starship Factory near Kennedy Space Center to boost lunar missions - the company is prepping for its first Florida-based Starship launches by the end of this year, pending federal approvals. FOX 35 Orlando
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Audubon Florida Program advisor Erika Zambello said local residents may invite hummingbirds by planting native species, setting up feeders with a 1:4 sugar-water mix, and using decals on windows — steps outlined in an article published Monday. Florida Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ SpaceX plans to launch a Falcon 9 rocket today at 7:16 p.m. from Launch Complex 40 to deliver supplies for the NASA crew on the International Space Station — local residents may notice a pre-sunset sonic boom. Florida Today
- ➤ The Brevard County Sheriff’s Office observed National Police Week, which began Sunday, to honor officers who made the ultimate sacrifice. Sheriff Wayne Ivey emphasized community trust (a cornerstone of local service) during this reflective week. Space Coast Daily
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Following the Rockledge hospital closure by Orlando Health, ERs at Cape Canaveral and Viera have seen a 20%+ increase in patients this month, and Health First will build a new ER to support growing local care needs. Florida Today
- ➤ Orlando Health Melbourne Hospital launched Brevard County’s first hospital pet therapy program — a Wellness Team initiative — on May 11 to ease anxiety among patients, visitors, and staff during Mental Health Awareness Month. WFTV 9
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Eastern Florida State College tennis player Salva Mulet won his Monday match in the NJCAA Division I National Tournament in Plano, Texas after beating SW Illinois’ Manaye Mossman 6-0 & 6-1, and he will face No. 2 seed Santiago Hidalgo in the quarterfinals today at 8 a.m. Space Coast Daily
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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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6th Annual Space Coast Women’s Day
11 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — Free entry — Celebrate women with pampering, shopping, activities, and community spirit.
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