Palm Bay
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Friday, June 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Palm Bay. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of June.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On June 11, ULA demolished towers at Launch Complex 37 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station to clear room for SpaceX to build Starship launch and landing pads—along with new supporting infrastructure for future operations. SpaceX now awaits regulatory approvals for the project that could see flights as soon as next year. Florida Today
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Federal Trade Commission warns that when someone on social media asks for money from a new friend, it is likely a scam — scammers create fake profiles and request money through services like Western Union, gift cards or payment apps so do not send money and report suspicious messages. Space Coast Daily
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On June 12, Nemo the green sea turtle was released into the ocean at Pelican Beach Park after spending four months at the Sea Turtle Healing Center where he was treated for leeches and tumors. Program organizer Jess Patterson showed Nemo to the crowd before his release—highlighting his successful recovery. Florida Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Palm Bay Mayor Rob Medina will deliver a formal statement today at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 120 Malabar Road to explain the City’s response to the recent sewer force main break near Clearmont Street NE — the briefing will detail the remediation efforts and infrastructure improvements without taking media questions. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ A utility company is proposing a liquefied natural gas plant on Port Canaveral-owned land west of the port on Merritt Island — a site near homes — which has raised safety and pollution concerns among Rep. Tyler Sirois and port commissioners. They say the plan may help fuel cruise ships and space launches, but any move will be carefully reviewed before approval. Florida Today
- ➤ Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier & Sheriff Ivey warned protesters at a June 12 press conference in Titusville that violent acts will result in jail time. He also announced Agent Anthony Coker as the state's first embedded ICE liaison to strengthen immigration enforcement amid national protests. Florida Today
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Palm Bay Independence Day Celebration
5-9 p.m. — Eastern Florida State College - Palm Bay Campus — Free admission — Celebrate Independence Day with live music, food trucks, and a spectacular fireworks display.
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Root Refresh! A Plant Repotting Workshop
1-4 p.m. — Ted Whitlock Community Center — $25 Registration Fee — Learn to repot plants and connect with fellow plant enthusiasts in this hands-on workshop.
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