Daily
Melbourne
Friday, May 15th, 2026
Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A SpaceX rocket launch today at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station has been delayed twice — scrubs on Tuesday and Wednesday postponed the planned 6:05 p.m. liftoff. A Globalstar mission is scheduled to launch Monday, May 18 from the same facility. Florida Today
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Olympia Outten survived a five-hour ordeal in the Atlantic after a small plane crashed off the Brevard coast Tuesday — she and other passengers were rescued by the 920th Rescue Wing and treated at Holmes Regional Medical Center. Hometown News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Three juvenile green sea turtles were released at Lori Wilson Park after months of rehabilitation at the Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Center by the East Coast Zoological Foundation. The release marks ongoing local conservation efforts. Florida Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ NASA is preparing for Artemis III, a crewed mission from Kennedy Space Center that will test Orion’s docking with commercial landers from SpaceX and Blue Origin — scheduled for no earlier than late 2027 to refine systems for future lunar landings. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ Florida State Parks will offer free day-use admission from May 23 to May 25, though fees apply for overnight stays and special events. U.S. residents will also receive free entry to national parks on Memorial Day, May 25. Florida Today
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today, Health First’s four Brevard County hospitals participated in Operation Skyfall, a mass casualty drill designed to test emergency room readiness during busy spring break (with over 2,000 simulated patients and support from more than 100 partner agencies). Hometown News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Melbourne defeated Bloomingdale 2-1 in the Class 6A, Region 2 semifinal softball game held recently at a local field. The close win adds momentum for the team ahead of upcoming contests. Florida Today
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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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Skyclub Live Performance
6:00 – 11:59 p.m. — Mainstreet Pub — Free entry — Enjoy classic rock and pop hits as Skyclub takes the stage with their original music.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The shoe that fits one person pinches another.
~ Carl Jung
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