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Saturday, July 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ SES and Intelsat have merged and SES will launch two O3b mPOWER satellites from Cape Canaveral on Monday, July 21 using a SpaceX Falcon 9. The new satellites will boost its broadband service and help it compete with Starlink and Project Kuiper (CEO Adel Al-Saleh said the merger creates a strong competitor). Florida Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florida senators Rick Scott and Ashley Moody reintroduced the Flood Insurance Relief Act on July 18 (to offer a non-refundable tax deduction on flood insurance premiums) to ease rising costs for policyholders. Congressman Byron Donalds leads companion legislation that aims to provide tax relief for families in Melbourne and across the state. FOX 35 Orlando
- ➤ Space Force Maj. Gen. James Smith assumed command of STARCOM at Patrick Space Force Base on July 18, returning to Florida after an 11-year absence and succeeding Maj. Gen. Timothy Sejba (now assigned as special assistant at the Pentagon). He will lead the command’s move from Colorado as it builds two new modular buildings and a parking lot (with 133 spaces) to eventually house over 450 personnel. Florida Today
- ➤ The Melbourne Airport Authority Board approved the purchase of a 176-acre parcel for future airport development and now awaits final approval from Melbourne City Council. The airport, a $3.1 billion economic booster that hosts major tenants — Northrop Grumman, Dassault Falcon Jet, Embraer, STS, and Collins Aerospace — will complete the deal by September. WFTV 9
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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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EGAD Second Saturday Market
4-9 p.m. — Eau Gallie Arts District — Free entry — Experience a vibrant evening of local vendors, food trucks, and live music in the community.
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Classic Albums Live: Ziggy Stardust Tribute
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket information available — Experience the iconic sounds of Bowie’s Ziggy Stardust in a live tribute show.
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