52 Years Ago Today Apollo 16 Lifted Off From KSC
April 16, 1972 — 52 years ago today, Apollo 16 lifted off from the Kennedy Space Center. On board were astronauts John Young, Charles Duke and Ken Mattingly. It was the fifth mission to the moon. Launch control counted down the blastoff…
Read MoreSpaceX Planning Two Launches This Week
SpaceX is gearing up for a potential launch doubleheader this week from here on the Space Coast… that according to navigational warnings that indicate two launch windows within 24 hours, typical of SpaceX’s Starlink missions. The first window opens Wednesday from 5:24 to 9:55pm followed by another on Thursday from 6:40 to 11:11pm. The missions […]
Read MorePalm Bay Fire
Firefighters from Palm Bay battled a fierce blaze on Monday, following reports of a major explosion at an agricultural property off Babcock Street. The 4,000-square-foot barn, packed with construction equipment and vehicles, was engulfed in flames when crews arrived. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. So far, investigators say they don’t know what caused it, but […]
Read MoreProsecutors To Seek Death Penalty In Case Of Palm Bay Shooter
The state attorney’s office is moving forward with seeking the death penalty for a 26-year-old Palm Bay man accused of fatally shooting his mother, sister, and grandfather in January. Ta’Shawn Taylor, already indicted on three counts of first-degree premeditated murder, now faces additional charges for the shootings of his nephew and another family member. The […]
Read MoreL3Harris Announces Planned Layoffs
L3Harris, Brevard County’s third-largest employer, has announced impending layoffs as part of what it calls efforts to streamline operations. The aerospace and defense company, known for its crucial role in national security, is not disclosing the exact number of job cuts. This decision… according to a press release from L3Harris… comes amid the company’s focus […]
Read MoreMayor Says Margaritaville Still Coming To Melbourne, But Difficult Economic Times Causing Delay
Despite facing rising costs and construction delays, something not all that unfamiliar just about everywhere during these trying economic times, Mayor Paul Alfrey says Margaritaville’s development in Melbourne is still moving forward. The project, situated on a 4.6-acre riverfront site, has faced interruptions due to escalating interest rates, now pushing projected costs to $100 to […]
Read MorePolice Warning Of ‘Senior Assassin’ Prank In Satellite Beach
In Satellite Beach, the Police Department is addressing concerns over high school seniors playing “Senior Assassin,” which has led to numerous 911 calls from residents reporting individuals in hoodies or masks near homes. The use of realistic fake guns during the game has heightened fears and may result in disorderly conduct charges. Parents are urged […]
Read MoreMan Jailed After Traffic Stop In Cocoa On Rush To Visit His Girlfriend
In Cocoa, a south Florida man was arrested for reckless driving after he was pulled over for speeding on Interstate 95. 27 year old Axel Sobrevilla of North Lauderdale told Brevard County deputies he was rushing to see his girlfriend in North Carolina. Deputies spotted his red Toyota Camry weaving through traffic and driving in […]
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