Daily
Melbourne
Wednesday, May 27th, 2026
Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Brevard County lifeguards rescued 14 swimmers over Memorial Day weekend, with one surfer in Indialantic hospitalized after a rough encounter with the surf. A boat carrying 10 people capsized Monday, May 25, in the Indian River Lagoon (rescued by a good samaritan) and no injuries were reported. Florida Today
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The longtime Winn-Dixie at 100 Canaveral Plaza Blvd. in Cocoa Beach closed May 26 and will be redeveloped into an ALDI grocery store opening next year; other Winn-Dixie locations in Brevard remain open. Florida Today
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local weekend entertainment spans Garlic Fest at Wickham Park on May 30, Kids’ Night Out at McLarty Aquatic Center in Rockledge (registration required) and live theater at Henegar Center, along with Dreamland Miniature Golf at Derek Gores Gallery and Saturday open houses at Green Gables. Florida Today
- ➤ Cullen Douglas, a Cocoa Beach High graduate, appeared as Prefect Nobah in Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu when the film released May 22. The actor (a Space Coast native) thanked director Jon Favreau in an Instagram post, marking his first step into the Star Wars universe. Florida Today
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Graduates from local high schools and colleges shared heartfelt messages on their mortarboards during recent ceremonies. Schools such as Palm Bay Magnet and Eau Gallie celebrated the Class of 2026 with displays of likes, loves & dreams. Florida Today
- ➤ Eastern Florida State College is offering fall career and technical programs that provide hands-on training in health, nursing and public safety for students planning to transfer or begin work. The flexible courses also include corporate training + workforce development options. Space Coast Daily
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Town of Indialantic’s Sustainable Community and Resiliency Committee and Town of Melbourne Beach’s Environmental Advisory Board will host an electronic waste drop-off at Indialantic Shopping Center (parking north of Publix on A1A) from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 30; residents should wipe drives clean before disposal. City of Melbourne Beach
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Florida Realtors (the region's experts) advise local homeowners to partner with experienced professionals and complete a pre-inspection before listing to avoid costly surprises, offering tips on smart improvements and competitive pricing as home sales pick up today. Florida Today
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Eastern Florida State College's Titans will face Florida Southwestern in the NJCAA Division I National Tournament today at 2:30 p.m. EST in Oxford, Alabama. The ninth+seeded team advanced with a 2+1 win over Trinity Valley and will vie for a quarterfinal berth in their sixth meeting this season. Space Coast Daily
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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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Space Coast Comic Con
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Wickham Park Community Center — Affordable entry — Celebrate comics and pop culture at this family-friendly convention filled with creativity and community.
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~ Jim Rohn
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