More Than 4,000 Take Part In Cocoa Beach Turkey Trot
More than 4,000 runners and walkers gathered in Cocoa Beach for the annual Turkey Trot, kicking off the Thanksgiving weekend with healthy competition and community spirit. Jonathan Hulzebos claimed first place with a time of 15:19, while Kim Hunger was the top female finisher. The excitement continues as the Cocoa Beach Art Show opens tonight, […]
Read MoreMelbourne Grappling With Homelessness
Melbourne residents are calling for action as homelessness persists despite Florida’s new public camping ban. The law aimed to clear public spaces but hasn’t deterred camping, with locals reporting persistent camps near the library and Wells Park. Concerns over safety and aggressive behavior have prompted city officials, including Mayor Paul Alfrey, to consider stricter rules. […]
Read MoreSpace Coast Cheerleaders In Macy’s Parade
There was a local presence in yesterday’s big parade in New York City. Astronaut High School cheerleaders had their moment in the spotlight at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Representing Titusville, the group of 12 juniors and seniors joined with 600 cheerleaders nationwide for a two-minute routine. For the cheerleaders, it was also a chance […]
Read MoreRandy Fine To Run For Congressional Seat With Trump’s Approval
Florida State Senator Randy Fine has announced his candidacy for the Daytona Beach-area congressional seat vacated by Rep. Michael Waltz. Fine, who received an endorsement from former President Donald Trump, will resign from the Florida Senate effective March 31 to focus on his campaign.
Read MoreSpaceX Tuesday Night Launch Success
SpaceX successfully launched 24 more Starlink satellites aboard a Falcon 9 rocket late last night… at 11:41 from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center. The Starlink mission had been delayed from an earlier scheduled launch due to an unspecified issue. Weather conditions were ideal for the launch, with clear skies at launch time. The Starlink constellation by […]
Read MoreMelbourne Makes The List Again
For the second consecutive year, Melbourne has been ranked among the top 50 cities to live in the U.S., coming in at No. 49 on the latest U.S. News & World Report list. The city, known for its vibrant Eau Gallie Arts District and proximity to the Indian River Lagoon, was highlighted for its mix […]
Read MoreNASA Deems Merritt Island Business Big Winner
Merritt Island’s Interstellar Lab has won NASA’s Deep Space Food Challenge with its NuCLEUS system, which grows plants, fungi, and edible insects for long-term space missions. The innovative technology can produce food like microgreens, mushrooms, and insect larvae, offering a sustainable food source for astronauts. NuCLEUS was tested in a competition with over 300 teams […]
Read MoreCoast Guard Cutter Returns To Port Canaveral With Huge Drug Haul
The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Vigilant returned to Port Canaveral after a 54-day patrol, and it brought with it quite a haul. The ship offloaded over 3,000 pounds of illegal drugs, including 1,510 pounds of cocaine and 1,470 pounds of marijuana. The drugs, valued at $18.5 million, were seized in the Caribbean during two separate […]
Read MoreTrump Nominates Brevard’s Weldon To Lead CDC
Dr. Dave Weldon, former Brevard County congressman and doctor, has been nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to lead the Centers for Disease Control. Weldon is a U.S. Army veteran, who represented the area from 1995 to 2008 and has been a critic of the CDC’s vaccine research. Known for his conservative stances, his nomination is […]
Read MoreFlorida AG Issues Holiday Shopping Guide
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody is issuing a guide to help Floridians navigate the busy holiday shopping season… Last year, holiday sales surpassed $964 billion. This year, sales are expected to exceed $1.1 trillion.
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