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Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Florida seniors aged 65 and older can avail of a discounted admission of $10 at Brevard Zoo until December 24.  Space Coast Daily

CRIME NEWS

  • Scammers in Brevard County are posing as bank employees to deceive victims into handing over debit/credit cards, resulting in significant financial loss.  Space Coast Daily

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Pet advocates suggest Florida's 2021 ban on harvesting and selling green iguanas has contributed to a rise in the invasive species' population, impacting local communities and ecosystems.  Florida Today

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Pornhub announces it will restrict access in Florida starting January 1 due to a new state law mandating age verification for users of adult websites.  Florida Today
  • Brevard County firefighters are advocating for better wages and working conditions to prevent a potential high turnover rate amidst challenges with county budget constraints.  Florida Today
  • Melbourne Beach is considering new regulations on vacation rentals to limit occupancy to 10 guests and four parked cars per property to address local resident concerns.  News 6

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • Brevard County anticipates the opening of several diverse and exciting restaurants in 2025, expanding the local dining scene.  Florida Today

SCIENCE NEWS

  • A retired astronaut expresses concerns about the safety of NASA's Artemis II mission, highlighting a culture potentially compromising safety despite the agency's assurance on heat shield viability.  FOX 35 Orlando

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • New Year's Eve Celebration at Grand Manor

    This event features a night of dinner, drinks, dancing, a DJ, a ball drop, and a champagne toast at The Grand Manor in Melbourne, Florida.

    Tue, 12/31/24

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  • Brevard Renaissance Fair - Fantasy Weekend

    Experience a lively Fantasy Weekend at the Brevard Renaissance Fair, featuring a Cosplay Contest and interactive activities for all ages.

    Sat, 1/18/25

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