Daily
Melbourne
Friday, November 7th, 2025
Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers and staff at Second Harvest Food Bank in Melbourne sorted and packaged donated food on a recent weekday amid a SNAP funding halt — a challenge that is raising local food aid needs. Florida Today
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ United Launch Alliance scrapped its Atlas V rocket launch on Wednesday—due to a malfunction with the liquid oxygen tank vent valve—and again on Thursday, and officials will now evaluate the equipment for a new launch date. FOX 35 Orlando
- ➤ SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket will launch 29 Starlink satellites from Launch Pad 39A at NASA's Kennedy Space Center Saturday, November 8 at 3:30 a.m. until 7:30 a.m.—weather permitting, residents along the Space Coast in Melbourne may watch the bright rocket display in the night sky. Florida Today
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ United Launch Alliance will launch an Atlas V rocket today at 10:16 p.m. from the Cape on a ViaSat-3 mission, setting the stage for the record-breaking 94th launch on Saturday—SpaceX and Blue Origin plan additional missions that will boost the local economy and create high-paying jobs. Florida Today
- ➤ Port Canaveral held its annual State of the Port address on Thursday at Cruise Terminal 10, where CEO John Murray reported $218 million in revenue and 8.6 million passenger movements in 2025, driven mostly by cruise operations. He also outlined a $255 million improvement plan — adding 4,500 parking spaces and expanding terminals — that will boost local jobs and commerce. Space Coast Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ County officials announced that Waste Management will continue curbside bulk pickup for large storm debris in flood-affected areas through November 22. Residents in Mims, Port St. John, Merritt Island and unincorporated Titusville are encouraged to place items curbside on their regular pickup days or drop off waste at the county landfill free of charge. Space Coast Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Eastern Florida State College men's and women's cross country teams will travel to Iowa on Saturday to compete in the NJCAA Division II Championships at Lakeside Golf Course after qualifying at the FCSAA meet in Tallahassee (the teams aim for better finishes with the men chasing a national title and the women trying to beat their best finish of 15th). Space Coast Daily
- ➤ Eight Brevard County high school football teams secured playoff berths and will play their opening-round matchups next Friday night in the FHSAA playoffs, with Cocoa hosting Newberry, Merritt Island hosting Titusville — Eau Gallie hosting Tavares, Rockledge traveling to Zephyrhills, Heritage facing St. Thomas Aquinas, Melbourne meeting Armwood, and Viera hosting Riverview. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ The Merritt Island Mustangs will face South Walton today at 10 a.m. at Polk State College in the Class 4A state semifinals, carrying a 22-game winning streak — they aim to build on this success under coach Angie Patrick. Space Coast Daily
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Florida’s Hottest Reggae Night
7 p.m. – Midnight — Nomads Canteen FL — Check out three premier reggae acts, Cloud9 Vibes, Floridaze, and The Rip for an unforgettable showcase of island rhythms.
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LightWork Therapy and Recovery Event
7:00 PM — 705 E New Haven Ave, Melbourne, FL — Sold Out — Experience a fun painting class with local artist G-Susan Ricci in a creative atmosphere.
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Tim Hawkins Live Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Calvary Chapel Melbourne — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening filled with laughter from the hilarious Tim Hawkins.
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Rocky Water Brew Fest 2025
1-5 p.m. — Eau Gallie Square Park — Free parking — Sample the finest craft beers from small breweries across Florida.
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Chevy Chase Live Q&A
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts — Ticketed event — Celebrate holiday cheer with a screening of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation and a Q&A with Chevy Chase.
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Trusts Made Simple: A Smarter Way to Protect Your Family and Assets
10:00 AM – 11:30 PM — One Senior Place — Free entry — Learn how trusts can simplify estate planning and protect your assets in this informative session with a Q&A.
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A Christmas Carol
2-5 p.m. — Henegar Center For the Arts — Ticket pricing available — Experience the classic tale of redemption in a vibrant theatrical setting.
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The Christmas Market & More
4-8 p.m. — Viera Regional Park — Free entry — Explore holiday treats, unique gifts, and local artisans at this festive market.
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Plant Market & More
10 AM – 2 PM — Downtown Melbourne Farmer's Market at Riverview Park — Free entry — Explore local growers, fresh produce, and artisanal offerings at this vibrant market.
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Melbourne Speed Dating for Singles in Their 40s and 50s
2-4 p.m. — BeachFly Brewing Company — Ticket required — Meet potential matches in a fun, fast-paced dating environment.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.
~ Henry Ford
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