Daily
Melbourne
Tuesday, May 19th, 2026
Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket will launch 29 Starlink satellites from Launch Complex 40 (Cape Canaveral) on Thursday, May 21 between 5:26 a.m. and 9:26 a.m. Weather and trajectory may affect coastal visibility. Florida Today
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ SpaceX will launch its redesigned Starship V3 from Texas tomorrow at 6:30 p.m. as a test for upgrades supporting NASA’s Artemis program, and the company is preparing Florida facilities at Cape Canaveral for future flights + officials report environmental assessments found no immediate impact. Florida Today
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Space Coast Symphony Orchestra will open its 18th season on Saturday, June 20 at 7 p.m. at The Scott Center at Holy Trinity in Melbourne. The 17-concert series features nine world premieres and nationally recognized guest artists with more than half of each program dedicated to American composers. Space Coast Daily
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Port Canaveral officials announced a $20M federal grant on Monday, May 18 to upgrade two fuel cargo berths and strengthen the regional supply chain. Construction will start in early 2027 and be funded with federal+state+local contributions, extending berth life by up to 30 years. Florida Today
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Astronaut High School hosts the Class of 2026 graduation Wednesday, May 20 at 7:00 p.m. at Viera Regional Park Stadium. Other local ceremonies include Melbourne High School on Friday, May 22 at Florida Tech Panther Stadium; all events are shown live on Space Coast Daily TV. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ Students in 12 Florida counties finish school this week. In Brevard, school ends on May 27 (others finish between May 21 and May 29), and summer break begins after Memorial Day on May 25. Florida Today
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A seahorse known as Squirmin’ Herman was rescued from a shrimp trap on May 8 near Kelly Park, signaling that seagrass in the lagoon is recovering and inspiring hope among local biologists for a return of fragile marine life. Florida Today
- ➤ El Niño is increasing wind shear in the Atlantic, which may lower the overall number of storms but will not eliminate hurricane risks for Florida; residents should still prepare as the official forecast (from NOAA) comes later this week. Florida Today
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Florida Android users may claim up to $100 from a Google data settlement if they used their devices after Nov. 12, 2017; claimants must choose a payment method on the settlement website (details available) by May 29 as the final hearing is set for June 23. Florida Today
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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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10th Annual Bowling Tournament
2:30-5:00 p.m. — Bowlero Melbourne — Enjoy networking over food and drinks while showcasing your bowling skills.
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Easton National Underclass Invitational
June 17-21 — USSSA Space Coast Complex — Entry and gate fees apply — Participate in an exciting youth baseball tournament in a premier venue.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The beauty of a living thing is not the atoms that go into it, but the way those atoms are put together.
~ Carl Sagan
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