Palm Bay
Morning News
Thursday, May 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Palm Bay. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 1st of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ SpaceX will launch its next batch of Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral SLC-40 tonight to expand internet service—its rocket is scheduled to lift off between 9:51 p.m. and 2:22 a.m. with the booster landing on a drone ship in the Atlantic Ocean eight-and-a-half minutes later. Florida Today
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man with a knife approached a Brevard County deputy during an early morning disturbance on April 30 and was fatally shot; the deputy was placed on paid leave—standard procedure for officer-involved shootings. FOX 35 Orlando
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florida lawmakers passed a bill to designate January 27 as Holocaust Remembrance Day to honor Holocaust victims and urge education on rising antisemitism — if signed by Gov. DeSantis, the law will take effect July 1 and schools may hold observances with the first on January 27, 2026. Florida Today
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Brevard County's Canova Beach at the end of Eau Gallie Blvd was ranked as Florida's top dog beach and the fourth best in the country by HomeToGo’s 2025 report due to amenities like rinse stations, pet waste bins, and shady picnic tables. Dogs are allowed on the beach from dawn to dusk provided they are kept on a leash, making it the only county-run beach where canines can visit. Florida Today
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On April 29th, Astronaut defeated Titusville 8-0 in the District 8-3A semifinals—Riley Miller led his team with strong play to secure the win. Florida Today
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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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