Month: November 2024

Space Coast News

Local Doctor Dies In South Florida Crash

A primary care physician with Health First died following a car crash in South Florida last Friday. 55-year-old Dr. Jose Garcia was driving a Tesla when he lost control and hit a tree in Loxahatchee. Garcia was originally from Cuba before coming to this country to pursue his medical career.

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Space Coast News

Man & 2 Dogs Found Dead In Merritt Island Apartment

A man and two dogs were found dead inside an apartment in Merritt Island. Now, investigators say it possibly happened due to carbon monoxide poisoning after the man used a generator inside his apartment after his power had been shut off. Deputies discovered the generator during their investigation. The investigation is ongoing.

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Space Coast News

Space Coast Tourism “Booming”

Tourism here along the Space Coast continues to thrive, with the region reporting near-record hotel tax collections for the current fiscal year. Tourist development tax revenue reached $25.26 million, just 1% below last year’s record. The strong performance reflects a booming tourism industry, with key contributors including a record number of space launches and cruise […]

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Rare White Squirrel Discovered In Indiatlantic

A rare white squirrel has been spotted in Indialantic, drawing attention from both locals and researchers. The squirrel, often seen on fences along Pine Tree Drive, is an unusual sight since its color is a genetic anomaly among the typically gray squirrels. Neighbors have affectionately named it “Snowy.” Experts believe the squirrel may have either […]

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National News Space Coast News

Today Marks An Apollo Anniversary

November 19, 1969 — 55 years ago today, Apollo 12 astronauts Charles “Pete” Conrad and Alan Bean made the second manned landing on the moon. Conrad was all smiles as he collected a geological sample from the surface…

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Boeing’s Space Business Now Uncertain

Boeing’s future in space exploration is uncertain as the company now faces financial struggles and the possibility of selling its space division. The Starliner project, which has been delayed and is over budget by $1.5 billion, is at the center of the speculation. Experts suggest that companies like Lockheed Martin or Blue Origin could be […]

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Space Coast News

Concerns Mounting As ISS Leak Monitored

NASA and Russian space officials are at odds over a five-year air leak in a Russian module aboard the International Space Station. NASA is raising concerns about the potential safety risks, while Russia maintains the issue is under control. The leak, from one of the station’s oldest modules, could become a bigger problem as the […]

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Space Coast News

Launch Monday To Be Followed By Another Launch On Thursday

Another SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket successfully launched from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on Monday. The mission carried a communications satellite for NewSpace India Limited. Yesterday’s launch continues SpaceX’s record setting pace this year, and there are more to follow too. The next launch is set for this Thursday during a window that opens at […]

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Search Underway For Missing Man In Melbourne

A Melbourne man has been reported missing after last being seen around 4:45 p.m. Monday near North Wickham Road and Sarno Road. The Melbourne Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating , Christian “Chris” Parchinski. Anyone with information is urged to contact the police at (321) 608-6731. No further details have been […]

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Florida News Regional News

MCO Gearing Up For Busy Thanksgiving Travel Period

If you have travel plans this holiday season that involve Orlando International Airport, you might want to know that the airport is preparing for a busy Thanksgiving travel season with more than 1.9 million expected passengers. To ease parking congestion, Orlando International has added over 2,000 new spaces, including overflow lots named Atlantis, Endeavour, and […]

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