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Hello Melbourne! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning.
In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Hot air balloon festival, LEGO robotics tournament, and nano bubble cleanup + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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📰 In the news
Spring bite turns on: March is peak on the Space Coast, with largemouth bass moving shallow as days warm. St. Johns River, Lake Poinsett, and Stick Marsh shine, as bluegill and shellcracker start spawning — get the March fishing outlook.
Entrepreneurship through acquisition: Black entrepreneurs own Melbourne’s Brevard Regional Hyperbaric Center after a 2024 acquisition and are preparing to expand into Rockledge, bringing hyperbaric therapy and wound care closer to North Brevard patients — read the full story.
High-tech cleanup effort: Titusville is testing nano bubble technology in the Indian River Lagoon, a pilot backed by donations and taxpayer funding aiming to improve water quality in a vital Space Coast waterway — read the full story.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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💎 Local business spotlight
Chalk up, Space Coast: Whether you’re brand-new or chasing a clean send, On The Edge Rock Climbing serves up welcoming community vibes, routes for every level, and a colorful Kid Zone to keep little crushers stoked. It’s the perfect midweek energy boost… and a solid excuse to skip the treadmill for real fun.
Key lime cravings solved: At Grills Riverside, the zippy, creamy slice nails sweet-tart harmony, with buttery graham crust and sunny citrus. Consider it a midweek morale booster… share with a buddy or savor solo; either way, no regrets and we won’t tattle.
Treat-yourself blooms: Buds & Bows Floral Design is a local, family-owned Melbourne shop turning “I need flowers” into arrangements that actually hit the vibe. Bright, modern, and made to last. Count on thoughtful custom designs and same-day local delivery, so last-minute moves still look intentional.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →
What doctors wish every 65+ adult had at home: Physicians call it “long-lie,” and it’s the real reason falls are so dangerous for older adults. It’s not a broken bone… it’s lying on the floor for hours waiting for someone to notice. We dug into the options that actually solve this problem, and one stood out. See which one →
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📆 Fun for the whole fam
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🎭 Dog Man: The Musical @ King Center for the Performing Arts | Thursday (3/12) at 6:30 PM – Dog Man: The Musical turns Dav Pilkey’s chaos into a fast, funny family romp, with a half-dog, half-cop hero, bouncy tunes, and jokes for the adults paying for snacks. Expect villainous fish, mischievous cats, and a blissfully quiet car ride home.
🌴 Palm Bay’s 50th Anniversary Celebration @ Palm Bay Magnet High School | Friday (3/13) at 5:30 PM – Palm Bay High is turning 50, and the whole town’s invited to the bash. Expect hall wandering without a tardy slip, games, prizes, alumni sightings, and local vendors, all the nostalgia, plus a peek at what’s next. Think reunion energy, minus awkward name tags.
🤖 Inaugural LEGO Robotics Tournament 2026 @ Florida Institute of Technology | Saturday (3/14) at 7:00 AM – The Space Coast Science Center is hosting its inaugural LEGO robotics tournament, where pint-sized engineers roll out bots with more personality than your printer. Think NASA vibes, fewer scrubbed launches, and zero causeway traffic. Bring curiosity, patience, and a grandkid for extra street cred.
🌸 Welcome Spring Artisan & Crafter Market @ Downtown Melbourne Farmer’s Market | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Whether you’re stocking up on jam, soap, seedlings, or excuses to linger with a coffee, this spring market corrals local artisans, crafters, growers, makers, and bakers. Expect a huge variety, real people, and zero big box vibes. Vendors, message the page if you want in.
🎨 Family Fun Painting Class @ Painting with a Twist | Saturday (3/14) at 12:00 PM – Trade the tablet glare for paint splatter, and bring the kids or grandkids to a guided painting class where creativity colors outside the lines. Ages 6 and up, all supplies included, you can paint too or sip and supervise. Seats go fast, snag yours early.
🐢 Auxiliary Turtle Races @ VFW Post 4206 | Sunday (3/15) at 3:00 PM – Bring your cheering voice to the Auxiliary Turtle Races, where the athletes are slow, the smiles are quick, and yes, it’s as delightfully odd as it sounds. Happening every third Sunday, proceeds stock the Snack Tables at the Viera VA, supporting veterans and their families.
🍿 Family Movie Night @ Lighthouse Assembly of God | Sunday (3/15) at 5:00 PM – Nothing beats a cozy movie night at LH with people you actually recognize. Bring a favorite snack to share, settle in for a feel-good flick, and trade small talk for real catch-ups. Kid-friendly, friend-friendly, and blessedly free of $12 sodas.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Melbourne report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 83°F – Low: 67°F – Precip: 2%
Sunny, with a high near 83. South southeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 67. South southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 86°F – Low: 68°F – Precip: 38%
A chance of rain showers between 2pm and 5pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 86. South southwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8pm and 11pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 11pm and 2am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68. North northwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
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