Day: December 24, 2024

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A Christmas Message From Apollo 8

On Christmas Eve 1968, 56 years ago, Apollo 8 crew members Frank Borman, Jim Lovell, and Bill Anders made a live broadcast from orbit around the Moon. They were the first humans to orbit the Moon, and the crew took turns reading from the opening lines of the biblical book of Genesis. Commander Frank Borman […]

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Space Coast News

Melbourne Police Officer Recovering After Burn

A Melbourne police officer is recovering after being injured in a house fire last Wednesday. Officer Anthony Ciraco was cooking breakfast when a fire broke out, leaving him with second-degree burns. Despite the danger, he managed to save his dog before being hospitalized. His home was heavily damaged. A GoFundMe has raised over $20,000 to […]

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Space Coast News

Brevard Students On GMA This Morning

Students at Endeavour Elementary in Brevard County got a magical surprise when Mickey Mouse and Disney VoluntEARS arrived with holiday gifts recently as part of the Disney Ultimate Toy Drive. Each child received a book and a Disney plush. There were also games, snacks, and photo opportunities with Mickey. The visit was filmed for a […]

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Space Coast News

Surfing Santas Return To Cocoa Beach

The Surfing Santas are making their return to Cocoa Beach for the 16th annual holiday event on Christmas Eve, drawing thousands to the Space Coast. Early this morning, more than 600 surfers are donning Santa costumes to ride the waves, aiming to set a new record for the most Surfing Santas. The free event has […]

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