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Melbourne
Tuesday, July 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In June, the Indian River Colony Club Foundation in Viera gave Patriot Service Dogs a $5,000 grant to match trained service dogs with veterans facing challenges like PTSD. The grant also will fund a free online class—Service Dog 101—to guide veterans in learning how to best care for their service dogs. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ Brevard County Sheriff's Animal Care Center is asking local community members to volunteer as Adoption Ambassadors to temporarily foster dogs in need, giving the animals a safe home while the center covers all medical care and monthly preventatives (volunteers also receive regular guidance) to ease shelter crowding. Space Coast Daily
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Melbourne Police Department responded near Masterson Street today at 4:30 p.m. after a pedestrian was struck and killed by a Brightline train—investigators are treating the incident as a suicide. Space Coast Daily
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ State Attorney Will Scheiner announced Monday afternoon that all murder charges have been dropped against 64-year-old Jeff Abramowski after new DNA evidence and loss of key witnesses left his conviction unproven — Abramowski, who was freed from detention on April 3, now lives with his daughter in Palm Bay and plans to address his medical issues before choosing his next steps. Florida Today
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Brevard Public Schools earned an A rating from the state of Florida for the second consecutive year—67% of its schools earned an A or B—and several schools improved their scores in subjects like English and math, with Superintendent Dr. Mark Rendell praising the district’s dedication. Space Coast Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Fire Department will hold Q&A sessions with the Fire Chief to answer resident questions about proposed staffing changes, with the first meeting set for July 10th from 6 pm to 7 pm at the Fire Department (a follow-up session is planned for August 14th and additional dates will be announced). City of Melbourne Beach
- ➤ Brevard County Emergency Management will host an outreach day on July 16 to invite local public service groups to join its disaster response network. Officials said organizations—vital for disaster response—should call at 321-637-6670 or email the agency to schedule a meeting. Space Coast Daily
SHOP NEWS
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10 PM - 1 AM — Bridgewater at Viera Ballroom — $10 tickets — Enjoy a lively country western-themed dance party with live music and line dancing.
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Brevard Home & Garden Expo
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — Free admission — Discover the best home and garden professionals at Brevard's premier home expo.
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Clarinet Concerto Premiere
7-9 p.m. — The Scott Center at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy — Ticket info unavailable — Experience the debut of a new clarinet concerto featuring talented soloist Jennifer Royals.
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Jazz Brunch Extravaganza
2-4 p.m. — American Homesteading Foundation — Refunds up to 7 days before event — Enjoy smooth jazz and delicious brunch bites at this engaging summer event.
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Brian Kelley Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts — Last-minute tickets available — Experience the rhythm and excitement of Brian Kelley live in concert.
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