Daily
Melbourne
Thursday, June 5th, 2025
Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Two construction workers died in a crane collapse at a Gilbane Building site in Merritt Island on Wednesday when high winds from a storm triggered the incident+authorities and OSHA are now investigating and work remains suspended. WFTV 9
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Signs at The Avenue Viera show Michael’s is closing and a building permit for a Trader Joe’s interior renovation is under review, but Trader Joe’s has not confirmed plans for the space—officials said they will update the public when a decision is made. Florida Today
- ➤ SpaceX will launch the SXM-10 satellite for SiriusXM from Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station using a Falcon 9 rocket. The launch window opens at 11:19 p.m. June 6 until 3:48 a.m. June 7—scattered showers and thunderstorms with a 60% chance may affect the launch while SiriusXM reported about 33 million subscribers and $1.6 billion in revenue this quarter. Florida Today
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Last Thursday, someone broke into the Women’s Center of Brevard County on Aurora Road in Melbourne, causing up to $30,000 in damage that included furniture pushed through walls—police are now investigating the incident while the center seeks donations for repairs. News 6
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to Nov 30 and NOAA and Colorado State University have predicted an above-average season. NOAA says there will be 13 to 19 named storms (6 to 10 hurricanes and 3 to 5 major) as forecasters brace for strong weather. FOX 35 Orlando
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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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On-Site Tour at Discovery Village
9 AM - 7 PM — Discovery Village At Melbourne — Free entry — Explore a vibrant senior living community with top-rated amenities and engaging activities.
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Children's Art Workshop with Ms. Sara Bohman
12-3 p.m. — Thrive Local — Cost info not provided — Explore creativity and crafts while making 3D Beehives in a fun environment for kids.
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Melbourne Municipal Band Concert: Things With Wings
7-9 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — Free entry — Explore the aerial wonders of birds, jets, and mythical dragons through live music.
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Summer Series #2
Join Keep Brevard Beautiful for our second Summer Series cleanup at Riverview Park in Melbourne from 8am-12pm. Be part of something impactful, spend your morning giving back to our beautiful community and waterways!
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Children's Art Workshop with Ms. Sara Bohman
12-3 p.m. — Thrive Local — Cost TBD — Create colorful tile mosaics and explore creativity in a fun, supportive environment.
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Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration
4-10 p.m. — Claude Edge Front St. Park — Free entry — A ‘blast’ of a fireworks display that thousands anticipate every year at Front Street Park.
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