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Melbourne
Tuesday, September 16th, 2025
Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of September.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Florida will see significant grocery store expansion over the next year with 21 new Aldi locations, three new Publix openings, and two Trader Joe's including one coming to Melbourne at 21 Town Center Avenue as well as additional stores by Sprouts, Walmart, and Target. Florida’s first HMart will open in Orlando on Sept. 25. Florida Today
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Brevard County offers a poll featuring 12 famous people who once lived locally, including Buzz Aldrin, Carrot Top, and Darrell Hammond, and invites residents to vote on who is the most famous—this contest spans sports, entertainment, and space exploration. Florida Today
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Eastern Florida State College alumnus and instructor Kaylin Mitchell built her foundation for medical school after a critical life-saving moment as a lifeguard—she is now pursuing her Doctor of Medicine at St. George’s University and aims to complete her degree by 2029 to improve community care. Space Coast Daily
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Engineers completed the Crane Creek project this summer to restore natural water flow by reversing a century-old canal that had sent water into the Indian River Lagoon — the $23.2 million project now directs fresh water back to the St. Johns River and captures 7 million gallons daily while keeping flood control in Melbourne and West Melbourne. News 6
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A three-judge panel ruled the open carry ban unconstitutional, and sheriffs statewide are choosing not to enforce it—though the law still remains on the books. Private property owners can ban firearms and state rules for places like schools and courthouses will still apply. Florida Today
- ➤ Brevard County will consider increasing its gas tax (from 6 cents per gallon) at a commission meeting today at 9 a.m. to fund transportation projects, with any change taking effect Oct. 1 if approved. County officials are debating a raise of between 1 and 5 cents per gallon (which could generate $6.4 million annually, while a ninth-cent increase on unleaded gas could bring in $2.7 million) as residents share mixed views on the tax’s use. News 6
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Brevard County-based Health First Health Plans has earned the J.D. Power 2025 Customer Service Certification for phone support today, with team members recognized for prompt and knowledgeable assistance on claims and benefit inquiries—company leaders say this certification marks a strong commitment to high member satisfaction—ensuring quality support for its members. Space Coast Daily
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Community Health Talk
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