Tuesday, December 10th, 2024

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Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 10th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ At the 211 Stars of the Space Coast Awards, all 14 nominees across five categories were declared winners to honor their contributions to improving lives in Brevard County. Florida Today
- ➤ Suntree United Methodist Church is providing a Blue Christmas Worship service for individuals seeking a reflective and comforting way to celebrate the holiday amid challenges. Hometown News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A late-night fire in West Melbourne was contained to one mobile home, with all residents safe and no injuries reported. Hometown News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Brevard County Sheriff's Office is seeking to return 25 kilos of cocaine, found with a street value of $1.7 million, to its rightful owner with a humorous offer of an 'all expenses paid staycation' for identification and claim. Space Coast Daily
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Grand Canal dredging project in Brevard County, aimed at improving water quality for marine life by removing harmful muck, is on a state-required break for manatee protection, with work and costs to continue post-March 15. Florida Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florida State Senator Randy Fine proposes SB 90 to repeal a law that allows heavily subsidized in-state tuition rates for undocumented immigrants, costing taxpayers $45 million annually. Space Coast Daily
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Nick Bottiglieri in Melbourne continues his family's holiday tradition by decorating with blow mold Christmas decorations and Motionettes, starting preparations in October. Florida Today
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Brevard County's high schools are set for a packed week of sports, featuring soccer, basketball, and a football state championship game from December 9-14, 2024. Florida Today
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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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USSSA Winter Nationals Baseball Tournament
The USSSA Winter Nationals is a competitive youth baseball tournament taking place at the Space Coast Complex in Melbourne, Florida.
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Sunday Spiritual Service at the Chapel of Melbourne, FL
The Spiritualist Chapel of Melbourne invites attendees to a Sunday service focused on spiritual growth and connection, featuring guest speaker Joy Sagar, a Spiritualist Medium.
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The Nutcracker Ballet Performance
Experience the enchanting story of The Nutcracker, a beloved Christmas ballet featuring Clara's adventures with a magical Nutcracker and festive characters.
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Run Run Santa 1 Mile Event
The Run Run Santa 1 Mile is a festive running event featuring participants dressed as Santa, taking place in Melbourne, Florida.
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Home Free Concert
All-vocal Country entertainers Home Free will perform live at the Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts.
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Jolly Days at Brevard Zoo
Festive activities, including musical entertainment and animal treat unwrapping, will be featured at the Brevard Zoo during Jolly Days.
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Surfing Santas of Cocoa Beach 2024
Surfing Santas is an annual tradition in Cocoa Beach featuring festive surf events and activities on Christmas Eve.
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