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Melbourne
Friday, November 14th, 2025
Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Several Brevard restaurants are collecting toys for children and donations for local animal shelters this holiday season. Broken Barrel Tavern in Palm Bay accepts toys year-round while Papa Vito’s in Cape Canaveral will host its In Sholoh’s Light Annual Christmas Toy Drive on Dec. 16th from 6 to 8:30 p.m.—free meals are offered for unwrapped toy donations. Florida Today
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ ULA launched its Atlas V rocket carrying the ViaSat-3 F2 mission from Cape Canaveral at 10:04 p.m. Nov. 13—after a week-long delay due to a valve fix—and the Boeing-made satellite is expected to boost Viasat's broadband service with a 15-year life span. Florida Today
- ➤ Blue Origin successfully launched its New Glenn rocket on its second voyage, and local residents watched the lift-off from Hangar's Beach at Patrick Space Force Base—marking a milestone for the company's aerospace efforts. Florida Today
- ➤ Florida Power & Light received the 2025 ReliabilityOne National Reliability Award from PA Consulting for reliable service to over 6 million customer accounts — it also earned the national Reliability Value Award for maintaining low bills while investing in grid improvements to meet future energy needs. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ Blue Origin attempted to launch its New Glenn rocket yesterday from Cape Canaveral at 2:57 p.m. ET after a delay from a solar storm — ULA also attempted a nighttime launch from Space Launch Complex 41 carrying a ViaSat satellite, events that brought the Space Coast closer to 100 annual launches. FOX 35 Orlando
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Blue Origin launched its New Glenn rocket on Nov. 13 from Cape Canaveral—its 95th orbital launch this year—and sent NASA's ESCAPADE spacecraft into orbit to study Mars' air and solar eruptions. The 188-foot booster, dubbed Never Tell Me the Odds, landed on a drone ship 375 miles offshore after its flight. Florida Today
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Eight high school football teams from Brevard County begin the FHSAA playoffs tonight at 7:30 p.m.—Melbourne visits Armwood in a contest that could advance local teams like Cocoa toward a state championship. Space Coast Daily
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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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AK40 Band Live Performance
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Squid Lips Grill — Enjoy a night of classic rock and funk with the AK40 Band's energetic performance.
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