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Good day Palm Bay! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • For Outdoor Adventure And Beautiful Beaches, Head To This Hidden Gem In The Sunshine State
  • Which Palm Bay suspects appear in Brevard’s latest arrest roundup?
  • Why did Sheriff Ivey spotlight Palm Bay’s holiday parade escort team?

📸 Have a great pic of holiday decorations from around Palm Bay? Post it to Palm Bay photos of the day! ☃️ 🟢-🟠-🟣-🔴-🟡-🔵 ☃️

Find out what's happening in Palm Bayfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Today's riddle: Can February March? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

Find out what's happening in Palm Bayfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  • Tuesday: Partly sunny and nice, with a high of 73 and low of 63 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Variably cloudy with a shower, temps: high: 76, low: 63.
  • Thursday: Pleasant with some sun, with a high of 79 and low of 65 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• For Outdoor Adventure And Beautiful Beaches, Head To This Hidden Gem In The Sunshine State (southernliving.com) — Palm Bay is highlighted as a Space Coast getaway packed with outdoor adventures, from kayaking Turkey Creek to fishing Stick Marsh and exploring local preserves. The piece also spotlights Palm Bay parks, nearby beaches, and a range of local restaurants and attractions that make the city appealing for both residents and visitors.
   

• Arrests In Brevard County: December 14, 2025 – Suspects Presumed Innocent Until Proven Guilty (spacecoastdaily.com) — Palm Bay residents are named in Brevard County’s latest arrest report, including cases involving armed burglary, grand theft, and serious felony charges stemming from incidents in Palm Bay and Cocoa. The roundup details suspects’ hometowns, arrest locations, charges, and bond amounts across the Space Coast, with all individuals presumed innocent until proven guilty.
   

• Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey Rides Along with BCSO Motor Unit During Space Coast Menorah Parade (spacecoastdaily.com) — Palm Bay residents recently saw the Brevard County Sheriff’s Motor Unit leading tight formations in the city’s holiday parade, with Sheriff Wayne Ivey praising their skills. He also joined them escorting the Space Coast Menorah Parade from Satellite Beach to a Chanukah festival in Viera, highlighting their role in keeping county celebrations safe.
   

📸 Around Palm Bay

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Palm Bay

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    Saturday December 20
  • Green Gables Historic Home Open House
    Green Gables
    10:00 am
  • HOG Christmas Customer Appreciation
    Space Coast Harley-Davidson
    11:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Please, please help.
    My husband misplaced his phone yesterday. We were at Walden Jewelry, Sam’s Club, and Ollies. He is 77 years old and there is a lot of medical info. … (Nextdoor Hield)
  • Hi, does anyone recognize this kitten
    that seems to be lost ? It’s on Old Country Road in Preserves at Stonebriar. Does anyone know who this kitten belongs to ? (Nextdoor Bayside Lakes South)
  • Acosta posted a job opening for Retail Coverage Merchandiser - Grocery in Palm Bay. Apply here.
  • Southeastern Grocers posted a job opening for Produce Associate in Palm Bay. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Palm Bay here.

🗞 Nearby News

Melbourne Village

  • Powerball Jackpot Grows To $1.1 Billion And Tickets Are Close (gulfshoresnews.com)
  • Florida keeps packing people and buildings on barrier islands. It comes at a high cost (miamiherald.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

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