Sunday, April 20th, 2025

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Good morning, Palm Bay. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 20th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ At the Brevard Zoo, wedding guests of Tara and Tommy saw an unexpected visitor — a lion that peered through glass during their vows. Other animals like kangaroos, goats and a large eel also joined the celebration. FOX 35 Orlando
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A TUI Airways flight aborted takeoff due to a mechanical error on Friday, April 18 at Melbourne-Orlando International Airport and 350 passengers were bused to the terminal with no injuries reported — the FAA is investigating the incident. FOX 35 Orlando
DRINK NEWS
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ April Surac, a junior at West Orange High School and Cocoa resident, won a national computing award for her AI literacy program Bookoli—she began it as a science fair project last September and has now tested it in 10 schools. The award provided a $500 grant and a Mac computer—helping her plan further expansion to improve students' reading skills. Florida Today
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health First’s Cape Canaveral Hospital earned its fifth straight spot on Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals — U.S. list, and Viera Hospital was named among America’s Best-In-State Hospitals for 2025. The awards highlight the hospitals’ strong commitment to quality care for Brevard residents. Space Coast Daily
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Dueling Pianos Show
8-11 p.m. — Copper Chimney Grill and Bar — Entry fee unknown — Experience the best dueling piano show in Brevard County with Randy & Jay.
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Friendly's Thursday Night Car Show
5-8 p.m. — Friendly's — Free entry — Show off classic rides and mingle with fellow car enthusiasts at this local car show.
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Latin Dancing and Lessons at Flames
6-9 p.m. — Flames Mediterranean Bar & Grill — Cost details not provided — Experience an energetic evening of Latin music and dance lessons with Oscar Alvarado and Julian Reyes.
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Candlelight: Tribute to The Beatles
8:45-9:45 p.m. — Gleason Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience The Beatles' timeless music performed by the Listeso String Quartet under candlelight.
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