Palm Bay
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Friday, June 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Palm Bay. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Master gardener Sally Scalera shared summer planting tips and announced a free class for the Great Southeast Pollinator Census on Aug. 22 and 23 starting at 9 a.m.—participants will learn to count pollinators after brief training on identifying insects. She also promoted the Autumn in Bloom Festival on Oct. 11 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., along with advice on using rain barrels and following the county’s fertilizer ban from June 1 to Sept. 30. Florida Today
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ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Conservationists warn that sea turtles on Brevard County beaches face nesting difficulties because beach toys and deep holes create hazards for laying eggs. The Sea Turtle Preservation Society advises beach visitors to pick up all items and fill in holes — a measure intended to protect the turtles during nesting season. FOX 35 Orlando
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Cocoa Police Department sent its condolences to the K-9 Unit of the 45th Security Forces Squadron at Patrick Space Force Base after Military Working Dog Sam passed away (he was known for his exceptional commitment and skill). A memorial service honored his contributions and underscored the strong bond between handlers and their K-9 partners. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ NOAA and its partners are launching a video series called Know Your Blue IQ to boost beach safety ahead of peak summer so visitors learn about hazards like rip currents, high surf, and sneaker waves—tools meant to help keep beachgoers safe. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ Brevard County’s April Tourist Development Tax collections reached $2.4 million, a 10.5% increase compared to last April as Easter boosted travel. Hotels generated 67% of revenue—vacation rentals provided 32%—and year-to-date collections neared $16 million, which suggests a strong summer season ahead. Space Coast Daily
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Ice cream shops across Brevard, from Titusville to Palm Bay, are open to help residents beat high summer temperatures with cool treats & friendly service. Florida Today
- ➤ During the heat wave, experts advise Palm Bay residents to set their AC thermostat based on personal comfort, health needs, insulation, and budget (many favor 78° for energy savings) while keeping up with maintenance like regular filter changes (which help lower bills). Florida Today
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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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Reggae and Food Festival
12-9 p.m. — Fred Poppe Regional Park — Various food prices — Experience live reggae music and Caribbean flavors with local crafts and art.
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