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SpaceX Planning To Build A Landing Zone Near Their Launch Pad At SLC-40

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Launch Report: SpaceX Launches Starlink 12-12 From Cape Canaveral

Falcon 9 / Starlink 12-12 in flight over Florida today.Photo: Charles Boyer / ToT SpaceX launched another set of Starlink satellites to low-Earth orbit today from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station’s Space Launch Complex 40 aboard a Falcon 9. Liftoff was at 2:11 PM ET (1911 UTC) after several pushbacks in the window, presumably due to windy weather. Today’s launch was the 997th orbital launch…

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Annual Astronaut Memorial Ceremony to Honor Fallen Space Heroes in Titusville

The public is invited to this solemn and patriotic event, which will feature a keynote address by shuttle astronaut Andy Allen, a veteran of two missions aboard the Space Shuttle Columbia.

The City of Titusville will host the annual Astronaut Memorial Ceremony on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025, at 1 p.m. at Sand Point Park, paying tribute to the 17 crew members of Apollo 1, Challenger, and Columbia who gave their lives in service to America’s space program. The public is invited to this solemn and patriotic event, which will feature a keynote address by shuttle astronaut Andy Allen, a…

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High Seas In Recovery Zone Force Blue Origin To Delay New Glenn Maiden Launch At Least Two Days

New Glenn during its Integrated Static Fire earlier this month.Photo: Blue Origin Everything appears to be ready at the launch pad for the maiden launch of Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket, but weather offshore has forced at least a two-day delay in the company’s first launch attempt of the 320-foot tall rocket. https://twitter.com/blueorigin/status/1877385010304500147 Sunday’s Forecast ECWMF…

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Titusville Man Dies in Two-Vehicle Crash at Barna Avenue and Columbia Boulevard

A local man has died following a two-vehicle crash at approximately 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at the intersection of Barna Avenue and Columbia Boulevard (State Road 405).

A local man has died following a two-vehicle crash at approximately 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at the intersection of Barna Avenue and Columbia Boulevard (State Road 405). According to the Titusville Police Department, Erik R. Sayer, 50, of Titusville, was driving a white 2002 Toyota Camry northbound on Barna Avenue. While crossing the intersection at S.R. 405, his vehicle was…

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Springs to Sea Outdoor Adventure and Education: Fostering a Connection with Nature for Young Learners

In a world increasingly dominated by screens, Springs to Sea Outdoor Adventure and Education, led by Rebecca Chapman, is reconnecting children and families with the wonders of the natural world.

In a world increasingly dominated by screens, Springs to Sea Outdoor Adventure and Education, led by Rebecca Chapman, is reconnecting children and families with the wonders of the natural world. Founded by Chapman, a certified Florida Master Naturalist, the program offers hands-on eco-education experiences designed to inspire a love for nature while building meaningful connections. A Natural…

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Early Screening of Star Trek: Section 31 at Kennedy Space Center to Benefit Astronaut Memorial Foundation

On Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025, Paramount+ and The Astronauts Memorial Foundation are rolling out the "purple" carpet for an exclusive early screening of Star Trek: Section 31.

Science fiction enthusiasts and Star Trek fans, prepare to boldly go where few have gone before! On Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025, Paramount+ and The Astronauts Memorial Foundation are rolling out the “purple” carpet for an exclusive early screening of Star Trek: Section 31. The event will take place at The Center for Space Education, located at Kennedy Space Center, starting at 6 p.m. Attendees will…

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DeSantis Proposes Relocating NASA Headquarters to Florida

“There is an interest in moving the headquarters of NASA right here to Kennedy Space Center, and I’m supportive of that,” DeSantis said.

In a bold vision for Florida’s role in space exploration, Governor Ron DeSantis suggested relocating NASA’s headquarters from Washington, D.C., to Florida’s Kennedy Space Center during an event on the Space Coast Wednesday. The announcement came alongside the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) establishing the Florida University Space Research Consortium. While the MOU signifies a…

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Brevard County Encourages Community Input with Annual 'Speak Up Brevard' Initiative

This program, part of the County’s ongoing commitment to transparency and open government, invites community members to contribute suggestions for improving County services and efficiency.

Brevard County is calling on residents to share their ideas and recommendations through its annual Speak Up Brevard initiative, running until January 31st, 2025 This program, part of the County’s ongoing commitment to transparency and open government, invites community members to contribute suggestions for improving County services and efficiency. The initiative, which operates under the…

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FDEP Fines Blue Origin $3000 For New Glenn Stage 2 Static Fire

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection has fined Blue Origin $3000 plus costs for conducting a static fire of New Glenn’s second stage prior to the department issuing the company a permit to use Launch Complex 36’s water deluge system. The total amount came to $3,250, a nominal fine for the violation. LC-36’s water deluge system in action in September 2024 as Blue Origin conducted a…

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New Jamaican Restaurant, Pon Di River Jerk & Catering, Opens Friday in Titusville

“At Pon Di River Jerk & Catering, we are dedicated to bringing the authentic flavors and spirit of Jamaica to Titusville,” said Chef Jay, the restaurant’s founder. “We invite everyone to join us for a night of great food, music, and entertainment as we ce

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Brush Fire Contained, Fire Crews Continue to Monitor

Firefighters from the Titusville Fire Department, with assistance from Brevard County Fire Rescue and the Florida Forest Service, are working to extinguish a bush fire near the 3000 block of Cheney Highway. The fire was reported at approximately 4:30 a.m. on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. The blaze is located in a wooded area behind a local car dealership, affecting an estimated 1 to 1.5…

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Launch Report: SpaceX Launches Starlink 6-71

Starlink 6-71 ascending towards orbit on January 6, 2024Photo: Ed Cordero / Florida Media Now SpaceX launched another set of Starlink satellites to low-Earth orbit today from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station’s Space Launch Complex 40 aboard a Falcon 9. Liftoff was at 3:43 PM ET (2043 UTC) after several pushbacks in the window, presumably due to windy weather from an approaching cold front…

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Launch Report: SpaceX Launches Thuraya-4 For Space 42 /

Via SpaceX Livestream SpaceX launched the Thuraya-4 satellite for Yahsat / Space 42 this evening from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. Liftoff was at 8:27 PM EST (0027 UTC) on a cool evening on the Space Coast. Tonight’s launch was the first from the Eastern Range in 2025 in what is expected to be another record year for launches from the combined facilities of…

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Trusted Traveler Program Suspended At Cape Canaveral and Patrick Space Force Base

via US Space Force The US Space Force announced today that it has suspended their “Trusted Traveler” program at Cape Canaveral Space Force Base and Patrick Space Force Base in Brevard County. The Trusted Traveler program allows valid DoD ID card holders to enter a military base without the requirement for occupants of the same vehicle to present identification. The Trusted Traveler program does…

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SpaceX Thuraya 4-NGS Opens A Busy Launch Weekend Tomorrow

SpaceX Falcon 9 launching BlueBird 1-5 on September 12, 2024. Photo: Charles Boyer / ToT 2025 is here, and it won’t take long for the Eastern Range to open its new year for the facility: SpaceX plans to launch the Thuraya 4-NGS satellite for UAE based Yahsat on Friday evening, while preparations for Blue Origin to the fly New Glenn on its maiden launch continue apace, with a target date of early…

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Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex Plans for Revamped LC-39 Gantry Experience

The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is preparing to transform a historic launch site into an engaging new attraction, set to open in early 2025. The Gantry at Launch Complex 39 (LC-39) will offer visitors an interactive journey that blends space exploration history with cutting-edge technology and environmental awareness. The revamped Gantry will feature an immersive theater, a…