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Florida Today

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Cocoa Village will soon lose a longtime dining spot as owners retire

A popular Cocoa Village restaurant is preparing to pour its final drinks and serve its last meals this week. Tin Whiskey Southern Kitchen & Still announced on its Facebook page that it will be closing on Nov. 14, citing the owners' retirement after years in the restaurant business. The post thanked customers, employees and the Cocoa Village community for their support throughout the years. "Thank you for supporting Murdock's for more than two decades. Thank you for embracing Tin Whiskey from the very beginning. Your friendship, loyalty, and love have meant more to us that words can ever express," the post said. "We hope you will join us this week, especially on Saturday, to share a few more laughs, raise a glass and celebrate all of the wonderful years we've had together." The owners said retirement played a major role in the decision to close, marking the end of a chapter that spans decades. The restaurant, located at 3 Forrest Ave. in Cocoa, has become a familiar gathering spot for residents and visitors alike, known for its Southern-inspired menu, live music, large patio and relaxed atmosphere in the heart of the historic district. From Murdock's to Tin Whiskey The restaurant's

Cocoa, FL · 3d

Florida Today

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Changes in Latitudes bring fresh face to Port St. John eatery. Review

You can tell that its proprietors really want to make a go of Latitudes Grill and Oyster Bar. What formerly was a pretty dismal exterior is considerably brighter, with a new sign, a good few coats of paint and one of the most congenial and competent cooks in the area, Jamey Thompson. Smart move, hiring Jamey. Anyway, the dining room at the Port St. John eatery is substantially different, with most of the old paneling and paint gone with work clearly ongoing, and a sandwich bar installed. The waterfront part seems to be in the process of rehabilitation in bits, a pretty good way to do it at the time of our visit, which was a rainy one. That’s why you won’t find dock pictures in the photos that accompany this. But Latitudes, like its predecessor in its location, remains a seafood restaurant, and it doesn’t do too badly at delivering it. Its menu shows an admirable array of shell- and other fish in various forms at reasonable prices; tangerine ahi is $20; Mussels Luciano, which features a saffron cream sauce, cost the same. There are burgers, shrimp burgers and mahi BLTs, plus poke bowls and “bombs” served in bread

Port St John, FL · 1d

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Grain & Berry To Open in Indian Harbour Beach

Grain & Berry is preparing to open a new restaurant at 1918 Jimmy Buffett Memorial Highway in Indian Harbour Beach, according to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). The new restaurant will bring Grain & Berry’s menu of açaí bowls, smoothies, juices, and other casual dining options...

Indian Harbour Beach, FL · 5h
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Florida leaders seeking federal disaster funds after Brevard flooding

Brevard County, FL · 1d

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Florida Flooding Closes 90-Bed Rehab Hospital in Melbourne

Flooding on Florida’s east coast last week was so severe that it has caused the indefinite closure of a 90-bed rehabilitation hospital in Melbourne. Sea Pines Rehabilitation Hospital, owned in part by Alabama-based Encompass Health, sustained substantial damage in the torrential rains that hammered parts of Florida’s east-central coastal areas with as much as 25 inches of rain in one day.

Melbourne, FL · 3d

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Q's Crackin' Crab & Seafood Kitchen Opens in New Location

COCOA BEACH, FL – Q's Crackin' Crab & Seafood Kitchen is now open at 142 N. Atlantic Ave., Cocoa Beach, FL 32931, in a new location near the beach and port traffic. Owner Quinisha Bredwood opened the restaurant's original brick-and-mortar space in July 2020 and has now moved to their new location.

Cocoa Beach, FL · 3d

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Florida Woman hears floodwaters are coming, then uses an unexpected florist supply to save her home: ‘Never in my playbook’

A Florida woman used a unique method to save her home from Florida floodwater. BY: UNSPLASH A woman in Florida made waves among netizens with her unique story of preventing floodwater from ruining her home after hearing that flooding was imminent. She used Orbeez, colorful, super-absorbent polymer beads that expand up to 100 times their original size when soaked in water. In early November 2026, Florida was hit by major flooding,...

Florida · 2d

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Entire apartment complex evacuated due to flood damage in Melbourne

MELBOURNE, Fla. – At least 87 families were told to move out in Melbourne after historic flooding left their apartments unlivable. Tenants at Windover Palms received hand-delivered notices on Thursday, telling them to leave. The letter says repairs can’t happen with people living inside and will take at least six months to finish.

Melbourne, FL · 22h

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Five Florida Swamp-Side Restaurants Where Frog Legs Have Been Fried For Generations

Some Florida meals come with a side of marsh, cypress, and river breeze. Across the state, a handful of old-school fish camps and country kitchens still put fried frog legs on the menu, right next to gator bites, catfish, and hush puppies. These are not fancy places, and that is...

Florida · 5h

Florida Today

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Beloved Cocoa Beach neighborhood bar Tiny Tavern announces closure

A longtime Cocoa Beach neighborhood bar is preparing to pour its last drink, bringing an end to a gathering spot that has been a fixture in the community for decades. The Tiny Tavern , a little neighborhood bar at 201 Taft Ave., announced on social media that it will close Jan. 5, 2027. "Over the years, we have poured our hearts into making this little neighborhood bar something special," owner Heidi Vargus wrote. "Let’s fill these final weeks with live music, karaoke, laughter, hugs, good friends, and all the things that have made The Tiny Tavern such a beloved neighborhood gathering place." Tucked away in a quiet residential neighborhood, the Tiny Tavern built a loyal following despite its modest size. The pint-sized bar became known for its friendly bartenders, welcoming atmosphere and regular crowd of locals who gathered for drinks, conversation and nightly entertainment. Amber Olesen is FLORIDA TODAY's food and dining reporter. Reach her at aolesen@floridatoday.com. This article originally appeared on Florida Today: Beloved Cocoa Beach neighborhood bar Tiny Tavern announces closure

Cocoa Beach, FL · 3d

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Where to find holiday events in Brevard County

The year is ending, the days are getting shorter, but Central Florida is lighting up the nights over the next few weeks for Christmas and the winter holidays. Markets, parades, tree-lighting ceremonies, foot races, and more are happening all across the area. We’re breaking down events by county. As we...

Brevard County, FL · 5h

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Procon puts four-legged robot to work on Port Canaveral’s Cruise Terminal 5 expansion

Partnering with the Canaveral Port Authority, construction management specialist Procon Consulting LLC is deploying a four-legged robot equipped with 360-degree cameras to monitor and document construction progress on Port Canaveral’s Cruise Terminal 5 expansion. The work, which Procon terms “robotic reality capture” follows a successful pilot that demonstrated how...

Port Canaveral, FL · 6h

Florida Today

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Cocoa Beach restaurant announces Nov. 21 closing date

COA, th e Cocoa Beach restaurant linked to a Backstreet Boys singer, has announced it will close its doors on Nov. 21, ending a run of about a year and a half in business. Located at The Surf condominiums at 65 N. Atlantic Ave., the restaurant announced on social media that it will cease operations later this month. "We are so grateful to everyone who has supported us and helped make COA such a special place," the post said. "Thank you to our incredible staff and the community for all the love, support and memories along the way." The closure comes roughly 18 months after COA opened, adding to a growing list of recent restaurant changes on the Space Coast. The restaurant focused on contemporary American cuisine inspired by global flavors and culinary techniques, while the lounge offered a Mediterranean-inspired Florida atmosphere centered on craft cocktails. The restaurant was one of the commercial components of The Surf, an oceanfront mixed-use development that counts Backstreet Boys singer and Cocoa Beach native Howie Dorough among its partners. Amber Olesen is FLORIDA TODAY's food and dining reporter. Reach her at aolesen@floridatoday.com. This article originally appeared on Florida Today: Cocoa Beach restaurant announces Nov.

Cocoa Beach, FL · 2d

Florida Today

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Residents ordered from flood-damaged Windover Palms units in Melbourne

Nearly 110 residents at Windover Palms Apartment complex in Melbourne were ordered evacuated by management Thursday, Nov. 12, as conditions in flooded-damaged units continue to worsen nearly two weeks after historic floods hit Brevard . The residents were sent notices this week about the emergency evacuation. Cleaning crews in bio-hazard suits were seen going into the apartments late Thursday as a six-month clean-up and renovation gets underway, city officials said. The waters from Nov. 1 receded but left behind health-threatening damages, officials said. “Some of the apartments, you can’t even breathe in,” Melbourne Mayor Paul Alrey told FLORIDA TODAY. “Residents are being refunded their last month’s rents but many are displaced. Some who were on Section 8 were given vouchers but that doesn’t mean much until they can get keys in hand." Florida’s State Emergency Response Team, the agency tasked with coordinating disaster responses, was on site passing out flyers to Windover residents. Alfrey said the city is working with the American Red Cross to find shelter for the residents. The apartment complex’s management did not immediately respond to FLORIDA TODAY’s inquiries. J.D. Gallop is a criminal justice/breaking news reporter at FLORIDA TODAY. Contact Gallop at 321-917-4641 or jgallop@floridatoday.com .

Melbourne, FL · 13h

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Historic flooding leaves parts of eastern Florida in disarray

Historic November flooding has left parts of eastern Florida in disarray, damaging thousands of homes, washing away roads and disrupting entire communities. In Brevard County, a major roadway collapse in Palm Bay Estates cut off vehicle access for dozens of residents, leaving families navigating a makeshift footpath to reach the outside world. As residents faced an uncertain recovery, World Central Kitchen joined local firefighters and first responders to deliver meals and supplies.

Brevard County, FL · 1d

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After launch, ULA Vulcan rocket may be seen in Southwest Florida sky

When United Launch Alliance’s Vulcan rocket launches from Cape Canaveral, it may create quite a show in the sky − even for people in Southwest Florida. And this so Florida thing is coming up tomorrow, Saturday, Nov. 14. The United Launch Alliance's new Vulcan rocket , which has been grounded since February 2026 when it experienced a mid-flight anomaly , is due to return to flight. The Vulcan rocket, which can fly with up to six solid rocket boosters mounted to the side, is expected to transport a batch of Amazon Leo satellites to low-Earth orbit following liftoff from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, according to the ULA , a joint venture between Boeing and Lockheed Martin. The launch window was originally set for today, Friday, Nov. 13, but was scrubbed and is now set for Saturday, Nov. 14. Although ULA Vulcan launches have been seen far beyond the launch pad (even in other states), the Vulcan rocket's returning launch this week may have lower visibility, due to the launch window falling in the middle of the day. But the lack of darkness could be offset by the fact that ULA is using all six of its rocket boosters

Cape Canaveral, FL · 1d

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Florida man stranded on sailboat with two dogs after losing home in flash floods: 'Living nightmare'

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. - A Brevard County man is living on a 30-foot sailboat on the Indian River with his two dogs after flash floods in Palm Bay destroyed his mobile home and vehicles. It’s all he has left after the 1 in 1,000 year storm hit Central Florida.

Palm Bay, FL · 1d

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Melbourne residents face homelessness and no AC one week after severe floods

MELBOURNE, Fla. — Melbourne leaders addressed flood recovery efforts at a City Council meeting Tuesday night following last week’s deadly floods that killed two people across Central Florida, prompted water rescues, damaged roads and blocked off communities. One resident spoke about flooding during public comment, telling council members...

Melbourne, FL · 2d

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Brevard County mother concerned about rental property after flooding

MELBOURNE, Fla. — As clean-up continues across Central Florida from last week’s deadly flooding, many renters with damage across Central Florida are wondering what’s next. A rental property in Melbourne was having ground work done, but recent rains made the property unsafe for the family living there,...

Brevard County, FL · 12h

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Viera Hospital Named to Newsweek ‘Best-In-State Hospitals’ Honor for 2027

BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA – Health First’s Viera Hospital has been named to Newsweek’s list of America’s Best-In-State Hospitals 2027. The America’s Best-In-State Hospitals ranking recognizes the 800 leading hospitals across all 50 states and the District of Columbia, providing crucial insights into the nation’s top healthcare facilities.

Melbourne Village, FL · 3d