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Melbourne
Thursday, December 19th, 2024
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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
SHOP NEWS
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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