Thursday, November 28th, 2024

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Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Despite a new state law making public camping illegal in Florida, residents in Melbourne report persistent homeless camps and increasing concerns for community safety. FOX 35 Orlando
- ➤ Non-residents of Melbourne Beach can purchase an annual guest parking sticker for $100, valid at specific locations, with a recommendation to buy early for full year value. City of Melbourne Beach
- ➤ Nine individuals and organizations are finalists in the annual Volunteer Recognition Awards, honoring significant contributions to the Brevard community. Florida Today
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Brevard County retailers, including The Ornament Station, anticipate a surge in holiday sales despite a slow start and competition from online shopping, echoing national trends of an optimistic retail growth forecast. Florida Today
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Florida Tech's Department of Athletics was awarded the NCAA Presidents’ Award for Academic Excellence, celebrating a 92-percent Academic Success Rate among scholar-athletes. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ Astronaut High School's Varsity Cheerleaders are participating in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in NYC and are fundraising $42,000 for their trip. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ Florida Tech receives $2.3 million from the National Institute of Standards and Technology to bolster its AI Panther high-performance computing cluster, enhancing cybersecurity, resilience, and innovation in aerospace and defense. Space Coast Daily
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The article emphasizes the importance of human connection and small acts of kindness, especially during the holiday season, to combat loneliness and promote well-being. Florida Today
SCIENCE NEWS
- ➤ SpaceX plans to launch a Falcon 9 rocket carrying 23 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit from Cape Canaveral, Florida, on Saturday, November 30. Space Coast Daily
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Eastern Florida State College women's basketball team ascends to No. 19 in the NJCAA Division I rankings. Space Coast Daily
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9th Annual Holiday Pub Crawl Featuring KRAMPUS & the Brevard Renaissance Fair
Experience a festive and whimsical holiday pub crawl in downtown Melbourne with themed costumes, contests, and fun prizes.
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Nurse Blake: Shock Advised Tour
Experience the comedic insights of Nurse Blake during his Shock Advised Tour at the Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts.
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Code Enforcement Board Meeting
Learn about city code enforcement efforts aimed at enhancing health, safety, and property values in the Melbourne community.
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Brevard Book Club's Annual Book Exchange
Experience a light-hearted evening of book discussions and a wrapped book exchange with fellow book lovers.
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Space Coast Holiday Food Festival and Craft Fair
Celebrate the holiday season with family-friendly activities, delicious food, and unique crafts at Wickham Park.
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Candlelight Concert: Christmas Carols on Strings
Experience the enchanting atmosphere of Christmas carols performed by Listeso Music Group under a gentle candlelight setting at the Gleason Performing Arts Center.
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The Nutcracker Ballet: A Magical Holiday Experience
Experience the enchanting story of Clara and her Nutcracker Prince in a visually stunning rendition of the classic holiday ballet featuring talented dancers and elaborate costumes.
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Toys for Kids Brevard 2024 Holiday Event
Toys for Kids is a nonprofit organization in Brevard County providing holiday gifts to underprivileged children aged 0 to 10, with a focus on community support and volunteer efforts.
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Aerial Hammock Sound Bath Experience
This unique event offers a sensory sound bath meditation featuring an internationally renowned meditation expert and singing bowl specialist, Anthony Profeta.
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Will Evans Live Performance
Will Evans invites attendees to a communal musical experience characterized by folk-inspired lyrics and open movement.
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