Palm Bay
Morning News
Thursday, March 19th, 2026
Good morning, Palm Bay. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local Muslim community members will observe the end of Ramadan today as they prepare for Eid al-Fitr, a celebration marked by prayers, family gatherings and feasting. The festival begins tomorrow, March 20, when community members gather at local mosques. Florida Today
- ➤ Nine free events take place in Brevard from March 20 to 26, featuring Palm Bay’s Treats, Beats and Eats at City Hall on March 20, concerts in Melbourne and a landscaping seminar on March 21. Participants should confirm details with organizers (events may change). Florida Today
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ SpaceX is preparing to launch 29 Starlink satellites from Space Launch Complex 40 in Cape Canaveral today at 6:35 a.m.—the Falcon 9 booster will land on the droneship Just Read the Instructions in the Atlantic Ocean. FOX 35 Orlando
- ➤ Port Canaveral CEO Capt. John Murray will be honored in May at the International Maritime Hall of Fame in Chelsea Piers (New York City) for his role in boosting revenue and improvements. Kim Agee joined LJA Engineering’s Melbourne office, and Launch Credit Union was named Community Partner by Matthew’s Hope. Florida Today
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The American Space Museum will host its third-annual 321 Day festival on Saturday, Mar. 21 at Space View Park in Titusville. The event will feature a countdown at 3:21 p.m., food trucks and music (as March 21 is also designated Space Coast Day). Florida Today
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Florida have risen overnight with the average now at $3.951 a gallon on March 19 while six counties recorded averages above $4 a gallon, following steady gains since early March. State officials predict that trends will push prices over $4 again if demand continues to grow. Florida Today
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Two burrowing owls (Benito and Concho) were repatriated after stowing away on a Royal Caribbean cruise ship to Spain. Conservation agencies oversaw their year-long journey, including quarantine, and released them on March 12 at Dinner Island Ranch Wildlife Management Area. Florida Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Under Florida Senate Bill 290 effective July 1, local governments cannot ban gas powered lawn equipment so residents will keep hearing the loud blowers even as concerns over environmental + health issues persist. The law awaits Gov DeSantis’s signature. Florida Today
- ➤ With TSA workers unpaid due to a government shutdown, some Florida airports may soon close while wait times could reach 3-4 hours, adding delays for travelers. Recent estimates show security lines ranging from 1 to 68 minutes (depending on the airport), so visitors should plan to arrive early. Florida Today
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local mental health professionals report that rewatching beloved films and TV shows can boost mood and reduce stress through a practice known as cinematherapy — the comforting familiarity helps the brain relax. Viewers in Palm Bay may use this simple method during busy days to better manage stress. Florida Today
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Space Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival
5 PM – 11 PM — Space Coast Daily Park — $35 for tethered balloon rides — Experience a vibrant festival with colorful hot air balloons, live music, food trucks, and a spectacular nighttime grand finale.
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~ Tony Robbins
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