Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of December.
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🏘️ Community
Brevard Zoo celebrates Masaya, a 22-year-old jaguar who has lived at the zoo since 2005 and helped advance the Species Survival Plan by producing six offspring.
The zoo team provides regular veterinary exams and enrichment — keeping the long-time resident healthy and sharp.
🎭 Culture
On Christmas Eve, Dec.
24, GoPro Award recipient David Taverner teamed up with his friend Rudolph to capture a unique holiday flight in Brevard County (using his action camera for a fresh perspective).
On Dec. 24, NORAD tracked Santa live as he traveled toward Brevard County while 1,500 volunteers answered calls and emails to update families about his progress.
The popular tradition drew nearly 9 million visitors on its website in seven languages.
🎓 Education
Retired U.S. Air Force Col. Eileen Collins will headline the Zonta Club symposium on Jan.
10, 2026 (1-4 p.m.) at the Sands Space Center Museum in Cape Canaveral, inspiring interest in aerospace engineering and space sciences among all ages, especially women and girls in STEM.
📰 Finance
On Christmas Eve, Dec.
24, a Powerball drawing took place with an estimated $1.7 billion jackpot before midnight. Florida lottery sales have produced 12 past jackpot wins — including a $1.5 billion prize sold at Publix in Melbourne Beach in 2016.
🏛️ Government
Sheriff Ivey shared a video showing deputies rescuing a 62-year-old man with dementia Thursday night near the west end of George King Boulevard after he went missing.
The man was taken to Cape Canaveral Hospital and reunited with his family.
📰 Lifestyle
Melbourne residents may be eyeing the historic Powerball jackpot, now estimated at $1.7 billion, which remained unclaimed on Dec.
24 and will grow for the drawing on Dec. 27—tickets are available at local stores.
🏈 Sports
USSSA (the nation’s top multi-sport group) will host 1,300 elite youth fastpitch players for the National All State Championship from Dec.
28-31 at the USSSA Space Coast Complex in Viera, featuring a pro instructional clinic, team games, a Parade of Champions and a CJ Beatty concert.
🎉 Melbourne Events
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The Grand Manor's New Year’s Eve Bash
8 p.m. — Grand Manor — Free parking — Ring in the New Year at an epic celebration filled with glamour, music, and unforgettable memories.
A Tribute to The Eagles
7-8 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — $38 general admission, $70 VIP seating — Experience Florida’s ultimate Eagles tribute band performing classic hits live.
Havana Nights: Salsa Dance Party
6:30-11:59 p.m. — Venezia Wine Veranda — Check website for pricing — Experience an evening of Cuban rhythm with Salsa dancing and delightful culinary specials.
8th Annual Run for the Kids Race Challenge
8 AM – 2 PM — Wickham Park — Supporting Brevard County children and families through a challenging 15K race.
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