Daily
Melbourne
Tuesday, September 9th, 2025
Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Grandparents Raising Grandchildren group will hold its 10th Annual Child First Golf Tournament on November 1 at Duran Golf Club in Viera to raise funds for its program that supports grandparents raising their grandchildren. Golfers will sign up for a $500 foursome, with check-in beginning at 7 a.m. and a shotgun start at 8:30 a.m. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ The first Space Coast Honor Flight from Melbourne-Orlando International Airport returned veterans to Brevard, and local residents gave them thunderous applause+ appreciation. Florida Today
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ SpaceX targeted Monday, September 8 for a Falcon 9 launch of the Nusantara Lima mission to geosynchronous transfer orbit from Cape Canaveral Space Launch Complex 40 — a backup launch will occur today at 8:01 p.m. ET if needed. Space Coast Daily
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Stephan Dieujuste, 24—charged with second-degree murder for shooting 19-year-old Nathanial Jennings in downtown Melbourne on May 11—will remain in jail without bond until trial after a security video showed him firing at close range. Space Coast Daily
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The National Weather Service reported that a weak EF-0 tornado touched down in Palm Bay on Sunday afternoon — uprooting a tree and damaging a home. FOX 35 Orlando
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Brevard County Commission will hold a budget hearing on Wednesday at 5:30 p.m.—commissioners will review tentative millages and budget resolutions for FY 2025-2026—before opening public comment. Space Coast Daily
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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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Let’s Gravel!
7-11 a.m. — Three Forks Conservation Area — Free entry — Enjoy a challenging 50-mile ride with hydration and nutrition provided by Trek of Melbourne Florida.
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Oktoberfest & Puptoberfest
11 a.m.–10 p.m. — Intracoastal Brewing Company — Free entry — Celebrate with your pups at a day full of festive fun, live music, and tasty local brews.
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Salsa Dance Night: Havana Nights
6-9:30 p.m. — Venezia Wine Veranda — $10 at the door — Experience Cuban rhythm with a Salsa class followed by social dancing and delicious culinary specials.
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Boo at the Zoo
10:00 – 11:30 a.m. — Brevard Zoo — Included with Zoo admission — Experience a Halloween celebration with trick-or-treating, themed activities, and spooky music.
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