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Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Good Samaritans rescued an abandoned kitten left on a Palm Bay road; the incident highlights a rising issue of pet abandonment during holidays.  FOX 35 Orlando
  • Residents are urged to report street light outages directly to FPL either online or by phone.  City of Melbourne Beach

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Routine lake maintenance workers discovered a submerged car in a retention pond in Suntree with no one found inside; investigation ongoing.  Hometown News

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Topgolf aims to establish a $28 million golf and entertainment complex in Viera, expected to employ 200 people and attract 200,000 visitors annually, pending Brevard County Commission's zoning approval.  Florida Today
  • TUI Airways saw a 23% drop in UK passengers at Melbourne Orlando International Airport due to the departure of the Marella Discovery cruise ship and adverse currency exchange rates, yet still contributed over $132 million in economic impact.  Florida Today

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Brevard County showcases innovative and sustainable waste management practices, processing nearly 1 million tons of waste annually, highlighting the system's efficiency and future renewable energy projects.  Hometown News

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Rafe Maccarone Act, aimed at increasing access to AEDs following a student's sudden cardiac arrest, is anticipated to become law after unanimous House approval and bipartisan support.  Space Coast Daily

HEALTH NEWS

  • Dr. Martha Kehoe of Kehoe Animal Clinic in Viera highlights the importance of keeping pets safe during the holidays by monitoring their food intake, being cautious of decorations and ensuring they have proper identification and medication.  Hometown News

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 12/12/24

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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.

    Fri, 12/13/24

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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.

    Sat, 12/14/24

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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.

    Sun, 12/15/24

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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.

    Thu, 12/19/24

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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.

    Sat, 12/21/24

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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.

    Sun, 12/22/24

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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.

    Mon, 12/23/24

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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.

    Tue, 12/24/24

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  • National All State Fastpitch Softball Championships

    The National All State event features fastpitch softball games hosted across 15 complex fields at the USSSA Space Coast Complex in Melbourne, Florida.

    Sat, 12/28/24

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