Palm Bay
Morning News
Wednesday, May 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Palm Bay. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local officials advise residents to start building a hurricane supplies kit on a budget by choosing essential items like water, canned food, flashlights and medications—using discount stores and household supplies to lower costs. The Emergency Food Assistance Program and local pantries can help those with limited funds prepare before the high season begins. Florida Today
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ SpaceX will launch its Falcon 9 with Starlink internet satellites from pad 39A at Kennedy Space Center today with a launch window from 11:43 a.m.—4:14 p.m. The booster will fly southeast and is set to try landing on a SpaceX drone ship in the Atlantic Ocean. Florida Today
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In Downtown Melbourne, Stephan Dieujuste, 24, was held without bond after fatally shooting 19-year-old Nathaniel Jennings on Mother's Day, May 11 — he claimed self-defense while police disputed his account. Florida Today
- ➤ At around 1:26 p.m. today in West Cocoa off Burnett Road, law enforcement responded to a chaotic shooting in which over 50 rounds were fired as subjects exchanged gunfire over an ongoing feud—one round struck a 2-year-old female baby who is in stable condition—while one shooter was detained and officers are searching for three others. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ Police say 30-year-old Carlos Gomez from Cocoa was charged with second-degree murder after fatally stabbing 56-year-old Andre Bishram with a screwdriver—he then beat him with a tire iron during a disturbance at Affordable Living Center on May 11, and he is held without bail with a court date set for June 5. Florida Today
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At Eastern Florida State College’s Melbourne Campus, the inaugural 321Empowerment event was a huge success as busloads of young people filled the Student Union to hear speakers such as former LSU National Champion football coach Ed Orgeron—organizers said their next event will offer lessons on financial literacy, career planning, and mentorship. Space Coast Daily
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Virtual Tour of Senior Living Options
9 AM - 7 PM — Gillespie Services Inc — Free entry — Explore top-rated senior living communities offering exceptional care and engaging activities.
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Money Management Workshop
9:30-10:30 a.m. — CareerSource Brevard - Palm Bay — Free entry — Learn the basics of managing your finances and achieving stability.
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Drive-In Family Movie Night
6-10 p.m. — Space Coast Harley-Davidson — Family-friendly event — Enjoy 'Lion King' under the stars with activities and food trucks.
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Brevard Comedy Night at Gettin' Crabby
7-8:30 p.m. — Gettin' Crabby — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughter with top comedians including Marcus Crespo and Preach Carter.
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