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Thursday, May 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Memorial Day, May 26, several events will honor fallen service members across Brevard. In Melbourne, the Liberty Bell Museum will host a free program with patriotic music from 11 a.m. to noon—while Cocoa and Merritt Island plan parades and remembrance ceremonies subject to change. Florida Today
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Project Beep, a mystery aerospace company, plans to invest $247 million near Kennedy Space Center to build manufacturing, R&D, warehousing, and administrative facilities and create about 1,000 jobs—Space Florida board members will vote on the proposal during a 1 p.m. teleconference on May 28. The project involves a 30-year land lease at Exploration Park, a hub for aerospace development. Florida Today
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Brian Vogel, 33, received a 30-year prison sentence after pleading guilty to second-degree murder and armed burglary in a 2021 home-invasion robbery on Merritt Island where 25-year-old Matthew Nicol was fatally shot and his dog killed—three co-defendants now await trial. Space Coast Daily
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Activist Chaz Stevens of the Church of Satanology and Perpetual Soiree challenged Brevard schools when he requested banners at five high schools on May 19 to ensure equal treatment for secular expression—his action follows an earlier incident where a church banner was allowed on campus. Florida Today
- ➤ West Shore Junior/Senior High School in Melbourne was named a National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education—marking the fourth time the school has earned the honor following wins in 2004, 2012, 2018, and 2024, with an awards ceremony scheduled later this year in Washington, D.C. Space Coast Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Brevard County Commission approved a 37% increase in fire service fees for unincorporated residents, which will boost the average annual bill by about $103.44 starting October 1. County officials say the extra funds will generate roughly $14.3 million per year+ help pay for firefighter and paramedic wages amid staffing challenges. Space Coast Daily
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health First’s Holmes Regional Medical Center in Melbourne hosted its third annual Trauma Patient Survivor Reunion, where over 150 local survivors and care teams—EMS, trauma surgeons, and air ambulance staff—gathered on National Trauma Survivors Day to share their stories. Shawn Thompson, the hospital’s first trauma patient, and others highlighted the rapid, life-saving care that brought hope and recovery to many. Space Coast Daily
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Florida’s theme parks are set to be very busy this Memorial Day weekend, with 2.6 million travelers expected to hit the roads and Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe opening today. AAA advises avoiding peak travel times while the National Weather Service Melbourne forecasts high temperatures and a few showers this weekend — conditions that travelers should consider for smooth trips. Florida Today
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Coaches selected the 2025 All-Cape Coast Conference boys tennis team with 12 athletes from eight Brevard County schools—Satellite High School's Jim Crane was named Coach of the Year. Edgewood, Merritt Island, Satellite and Melbourne each had two players earn all-conference honors. Florida Today
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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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Tru Phonic ft. Syd Taylor Band Live Show
7-11:30 p.m. — Pineapples — $19.10 — Enjoy an evening of funk music with Florida legends Tru Phonic and a soulful opening by Syd Taylor Band.
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International Yoga Day Celebration
9:00 – 9:50 AM — The Avenue Viera — Free entry — Light up your morning with a community yoga session led by lululemon ambassador Britt Pryor.
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