Palm Bay
Morning News
Friday, April 24th, 2026
Good morning, Palm Bay. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 mission will launch no earlier than mid-September to send four crew members to the International Space Station for a long-duration science expedition. The crew, which includes Florida native Luke Delaney (pilot), will join Expedition 75 to conduct research for future Moon and Mars missions. Space Coast Daily
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Samih Daubney, a student at Edgewood Jr./Sr. High School, earned recognition as one of the Top 100 Emerging Innovators 2026 for his work advancing pediatric cancer research and supporting affected families. He attended the Limitless World Summit in Wilmington, Delaware, and will compete for Emerging Innovator of the Year. Space Coast Daily
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Experts from UF/IFAS Extension advise residents to attract butterflies, birds (including hummingbirds) and bees by choosing native species and creating garden corridors while reducing turf areas. Florida Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A bipartisan group introduced the Hot Rotisserie Chicken Act on April 22 to let SNAP recipients buy hot rotisserie chicken; the bill would amend the Food and Nutrition Act following Florida's bar on candy + soda with SNAP benefits. If passed, local families may soon access a warm, ready meal. Florida Today
- ➤ NASA Kennedy Space Center is upgrading its Payload Hazardous Servicing Facility for the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope launch on a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket scheduled for early September, with improvements to the air shower system + HVAC that ensure a clean, controlled environment. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ Michael J. Borders, Air Force assistant secretary for energy, installations + environment, visited Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on April 16 to tour infrastructure projects for modernizing the Eastern Spaceport as part of the Spaceport of the Future program. The upgrades will drive more space launches and local high-tech jobs. Space Coast Daily
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A recent study found Florida scored (67.7/100) on a Brainrot Index that measures digital overstimulation from too much screen time. Palm Bay families may want to check their device habits to help keep minds clear. Florida Today
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Fresh From Florida shares a recipe that pairs Florida red snapper+charred avocado with a tangy citrus sauce, showcasing local seafood and produce available year-round. Florida farmers support this dish as a delicious option to bring farm-fresh flavors to your table. Space Coast Daily
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The Second Annual Wellness Connection
11 AM - 3 PM — Anthony J. Tony Rosa Community Center — Free entry — Enjoy a day of wellness activities, community networking, and fun with local vendors and food trucks.
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Turkey Creek 5K Trail Run
7 AM - 1 PM — Turkey Creek Sanctuary — Adult: $35, Child (12 & under): $30 — Experience a scenic and challenging trail run while supporting the preservation of the Turkey Creek Sanctuary.
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