Saturday, May 31st, 2025

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Good morning, Palm Bay. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On May 29, Orlando Health officials visited Matthew’s Hope Ministries’ Brevard campus in Cocoa after the nonprofit received food donations worth about $12,000 from Orlando Health and additional support from Rockledge Hospital—prompting the group to add extra storage and a new deep freezer. The donation helps nearly 600 individuals each week who rely on Matthew’s Hope for meals, clothing, and essential services. Florida Today
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ SpaceX will launch its Falcon 9 rocket carrying Starlink satellites from Launch complex 40 (Cape Canaveral Space Force Station) from (12:57 a.m. to 5:28 a.m.) Monday, June 2 if weather is good. Residents on the Space Coast may see the launch as the rocket climbs into view. Florida Today
- ➤ Dolphins Rentals at Cape Crossing Marina on Merritt Island unveiled an exclusive virtual tour of its waterfront accommodations led by General Manager Ruby Daniel. The property offers luxurious condos, one-bedroom suites, townhomes, floating villas, and houseboats with rates starting at $95 per night — guests can also rent boats and join water tours with discounts on longer stays. Space Coast Daily
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Authorities warn that scam texts posing as state DMVs threaten vehicle registration and driving privileges if unpaid fees are not met (warnings issued on May 27 noted reports from several states, including ours) and residents should ignore such links and verify messages through trusted DMV contacts. Florida Today
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On May 29, a longtime beachgoer in Satellite Beach captured a video of thousands of sand fleas swarming along the shore, and experts said the unusual gathering may be due to mating or feeding habits—though the crabs, which are used for bait, are harmless here. The rare event has startled beachgoers as the video quickly spread on social media. FOX 35 Orlando
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On May 30, SpaceX launched a GPS III satellite from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, and the Falcon 9 booster landed on a drone ship — its fourth flight. The new satellite will improve GPS strength and resist jamming while the launch proceeded despite heavy thunderstorms and rains — SpaceX is set to launch Starlink satellites on June 2. Florida Today
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Scrape the Bay 2 Car Show
1-6 p.m. — Space Coast Harley-Davidson — $10 to participate — Show off your wheels and enjoy food trucks at this exciting car, truck, and bike showcase.
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Best of Senior Living Virtual Tour
9 AM - 7 PM — Above The Rest — Free entry — Discover award-winning senior care facilities and their exceptional services for a vibrant community living.
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Comedy Night with Rauce Padgett
7:00 – 10:30 PM — Pineapples — 21+ event — Enjoy a night of laughter with the award-winning comedian Rauce Padgett as he returns to the stage.
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