Saturday, April 26th, 2025

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Good morning, Palm Bay. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Norwegian Aqua, Norwegian Cruise Line's newest ship, arrived at Port Canaveral today just after 4:00 a.m. and will sail every Saturday on a seven-day cruise to the Caribbean and Bahamas through August. Florida Today
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Former New York congressman George Santos was sentenced on April 25 to more than seven years in prison for wire fraud and identity theft—he claimed to run an $80 million family fortune through the Devolder Organization, which used Brevard County addresses even though he had no local ties—and he was also linked to a Melbourne firm shut down as a Ponzi scheme. Florida Today
- ➤ Law enforcement agencies in Central Florida have stepped up visits to homeless camps to check for accidental or deliberate fires amid nearly 20 wildfires in the last five days — a Palm Bay patrol car caught fire during an inspection and a woman was arrested in Orange County while officials investigate the incidents. FOX 35 Orlando
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Brevard Public Schools announced that the Class of 2025 graduation ceremonies will be broadcast live on Space Coast Daily TV — sponsored by Eastern Florida State College. The ceremonies will take place at various venues from May 21 to May 27, including Palm Bay Magnet High School on May 24 at 9:00 a.m. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ On April 24, Orlando Health staff loaded over 150 boxes of office supplies from the closed Rockledge Hospital into trucks to donate to the Brevard Public Schools Foundation Supply Zone for Teachers off Clearlake Road in Cocoa — the supplies will help teachers and students. Florida Today
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Florida Power and Light offers five simple tips to help Palm Bay homeowners prepare for warmer weather and lower energy bills - homeowners are advised to seal leaks, clean refrigerator coils, lower water heater settings, upgrade to LED bulbs and optimize their A/C units. Space Coast Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Jordan 'Turbo' Smith finished his first pro season in Georgia with Team Free UNI after leaving BC Kavkasia, and he will play in Miami Pro-Am and Aces League in Orlando this summer+ he aims to attract NBA scouts and join the NBA G-League. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ Local baseball teams are battling in the FHSAA state playoffs as they try to win a state title. The Merritt Island Mustangs advanced to the regional semifinals to host Belen Jesuit while Viera and Dwyer will play a series-deciding game today in Palm Beach—other teams saw their seasons end in hard-fought matchups. Space Coast Daily
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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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Turkey Creeks 5K Trail Run
8-10 AM — Turkey Creek Sanctuary — Registration required — Experience the thrill of a community trail run while supporting local initiatives.
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On-Site Tour of A&C God Bless Assisted Living Facility
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — A&C God Bless Assisted Living Facility — Free entry — Explore a premier senior living community focused on enriching the lives of its residents.
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