Palm Bay
Morning News
Tuesday, August 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Palm Bay. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 40th Annual Space Coast State Fair will run from Oct. 30 to Nov. 16 at Space Coast Daily Park in Viera where thousands will visit for food, rides and entertainment. Organizers are inviting vendors to apply — applications must be submitted via email or fax. Space Coast Daily
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Emergency crews treat e-bike and scooter injuries nearly daily in Brevard County as many riders suffer head injuries, broken bones, and road rash from collisions with vehicles—experts advise using secure, motorcycle-rated helmets to reduce these risks—and stress the need for proper protective gear. Hometown News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Greater Palm Bay Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Nancy Peltonen was named one of Central Florida’s Top 34 Most Influential Leaders by the Orlando Business Journal, a recognition of her work to grow local business. She will be honored on October 23 in Orlando — an event that underscores the support of the Chamber team and local partners. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ Potbelly Sandwich Works will open its first Brevard County spot in Palm Bay as part of six new locations—including sites in Melbourne, Viera North, Viera South, Merritt Island, and Cocoa Beach—starting in September; the local expansion is led by Chicago natives Mark and AJ Erickson who are longtime fans of the chain. Florida Today
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Merritt Island man Cameron Taylor Michaels was sentenced to 60 days in jail for recklessly operating his speedboat during a Christmas boat parade on Sykes Creek—his actions injured three people and he is barred from boating for one year with a release scheduled in October. Florida Today
DRINK NEWS
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ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hurricane Erin weakened overnight but remains a major hurricane and is forecast to substantially grow in size as it moves northwest—tropical storm and storm surge warnings are in effect while dangerous rip currents are expected along the Atlantic coast from Florida to Canada. Florida Today
- ➤ Hurricane Erin has strengthened into a Category 4 storm and is forecast to remain east of Palm Bay while producing dangerous rip currents along the coast later today — residents should monitor weather updates closely. Florida Today
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health First held an Advanced Trauma Life Support training program at Holmes Regional Medical Center last month to help local staff learn life-saving skills. The course was led by top trauma experts to better prepare for emergencies. Space Coast Daily
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