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Sunday, September 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 7th of September.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ FPL engineers introduced a solar-powered Storm Pod — a shipping container renovated for mobile communications — to speed up response after hurricanes following delays after Hurricane Ian, and they successfully tested it during the 2024 storm season. The innovation will help crews connect with the command center faster during future storms. Space Coast Daily
DRINK NEWS
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ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bolt the Grévy's zebra foal made his debut today at Brevard Zoo in the Expedition Africa habitat near the Cape to Cairo Express train. Zoo staff said Bolt is especially meaningful as he continues Bakari's legacy following the loss last year. Hometown News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Navy veteran from Indialantic spent three years fighting VA red tape to correct a benefit error that affects his diagnosis and his wife’s death benefits — Congressman Haridopolos has scheduled a hearing to help resolve similar delays for other Floridians such as a retired detective from Melbourne who struggled with Social Security issues. Florida Today
- ➤ Brevard Sheriff Wayne Ivey said the aging animal shelter on Eau Gallie Boulevard is in critical need of repair due to its open-air design that cannot support efficient cooling — his team is planning to build a temporary facility while designing a new, climate-controlled center to replace the outdated structure within the next 24 months. Activists have also launched an online petition urging immediate improvements as over 150 dogs remain crowded into a space built for just 80. Florida Today
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Nickie Denholm, a local nurse who pumped breast milk for her premature twins when nursing was too hard, became a lactation consultant at Health First Viera Hospital to help moms with breastfeeding challenges. Her work—offering support with appointments on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and weekly Mom’s Club meetings—gives vital help to mothers in Brevard County. Hometown News
- ➤ The Brevard Parkinson’s Alliance will host its 'It’s More Than a Tremor' event on October 4 at St. John’s the Evangelist Catholic Community in Viera from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.—it will feature medical experts discussing Parkinson’s non-movement symptoms and offer a sneak peek of the new Parkinson’s Live program. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ Two-year-old Blakely Koenig was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia in August 2024 and her family honors her determined fight during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month today—she finds moments of play and hope amid ongoing treatments. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ Florida officials announced plans to end mandatory vaccinations for school children, while Brevard Public Schools have yet to say if they will change their policies. Local health experts warn that the move could lead to outbreaks of preventable diseases—vaccine rates have been shifting in recent years. Florida Today
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Melbourne High School Football Game
7-11 p.m. — Melbourne High School — Admission varies — Catch the Melbourne varsity football team in action against Halifax Academy.
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STPS Turtle Krawl 5K
7:30 AM – 12:00 PM — James H. Nance Park — Registration fee required — Support sea turtle conservation and enjoy a morning run in the beautiful Brevard County.
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Community Health Talk
1:30-3:30 p.m. — Sandpiper Room — Free entry — Explore community health topics through interactive discussions and activities led by health professionals.
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Do It For P Community Health Fair
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Carver Community Center — Free entry — Celebrate community wellness with free health resources and education aimed at promoting overall well-being.
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