Wednesday, June 18th, 2025

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Good morning, Palm Bay. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of June.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Mike Erdman Toyota in Cocoa made history by transforming a Toyota Supra into the world’s first hand-controlled mobility car for Jeff Carroll—who was born with cerebral palsy—and gave him the freedom to drive his dream car. The project is expected to inspire more accessible performance vehicles in the future. Space Coast Daily
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Palm Bay completed immediate on-site recovery operations after a sewer force main break near 1050 Clearmont Street NE—final roadway cleaning and repairs were finished Tuesday, June 17. City officials said the 20‑foot pipe cracked and released about 3.19 million gallons of wastewater, and water quality testing will continue to ensure safety. Space Coast Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Florida Panthers clinched the Stanley Cup with a 5-1 win over the Edmonton Oilers Tuesday—securing back-to-back titles—and fans in Palm Bay can celebrate by purchasing championship gear to mark this historic win. Florida Today
- ➤ Zane Garcia reviews the 2025 prep football season by recapping last season's outcomes and outlining key games and player changes for teams like the Cocoa Tigers and Palm Bay Pirates—each aiming to improve on past records. Space Coast Daily
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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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