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Wednesday, May 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Douglas Marby, 63, from Melbourne won $1 million in the Gold Rush Legacy scratch-off game on May 12 after buying a $20 ticket at the Circle K—located on N Wickham Road. He elected a one-time lump-sum payout of $640,000—his decision comes as Florida Lottery scratch-off sales remain strong. Florida Today
- ➤ Today, SpaceX will launch a Falcon 9 rocket from Launch Pad 39A at Kennedy Space Center carrying Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit and the launch may be seen from Melbourne if weather permits. Local viewers can follow the live event—updates begin 90 minutes before liftoff—on local news channels. Florida Today
- ➤ Publix will host free summer tasting events on Saturday, May 17 and Saturday, June 14 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 26 local stores in Brevard County—offering items from the bakery, deli, grocery, meat and produce departments such as Blackberry Lemon Loaf Cake and Tex-Mex-Style Enchilada Flatbread on May 17 and Cheddar Herb Biscuits and Southwest Chicken Tender Fajita Salad on June 14. Florida Today
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ David Barber, a former corrections deputy, is accused of murdering 72-year-old Titusville socialite Jesse Kirk on March 4, and authorities found a 12-page handwritten note—detailing a checklist of steps for financial gain-related homicide—that has led prosecutors to seek the death penalty in the case. Florida Today
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new article explains that hurricane season starts June 1 and could see above-average storms, with tropical outlooks beginning May 15 and updated track warnings from the National Hurricane Center — residents are urged to check evacuation zones, flood areas, and prepare emergency supplies ahead of the season. Florida Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Brevard County Housing and Services will hold a public meeting on May 20 at 10 a.m. at the Florida Room in Building C in Viera to review past housing programs and discuss the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan—residents and community groups are invited to offer input on local funding priorities. Space Coast Daily
SHOP NEWS
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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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39th Annual PineappleMan Triathlon/Duathlon
11 a.m. — 509 Ocean Ave, Melbourne Beach, FL — Registration fees apply — Experience Florida's oldest USAT sanctioned triathlon in a historic coastal setting.
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CareerSource Brevard Flagler Volusia 2025 Job Fair
10 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — Free entry — Connect with local employers and explore job opportunities with potential on-the-spot interviews.
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