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Saturday: Carrot Top at Spotlight 29 Casino
Saturday: Carrot Top at Spotlight 29 Casino
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Stefanie Scott, who grew up in Melbourne, stars in the horror film “Insidious: Chapter 3,” which opens in theaters June 5.
Stefanie Scott, who grew up in Melbourne, stars in the horror film “Insidious: Chapter 3,” which opens in theaters June 5.
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Poison, from left, Bobby Dall, Bret Michaels, C.C. DeVille, Rikki Rockett, in  Hollywood February 24, 2007. Their new cd album cover shoot for Poison'D.
Poison, from left, Bobby Dall, Bret Michaels, C.C. DeVille, Rikki Rockett, in Hollywood February 24, 2007. Their new cd album cover shoot for Poison'D.
William Hames
Lt. Col. Hiram Mann of Titusville, one of the original Tuskegee Airmen pilots, died earlier this month at age 92.
Lt. Col. Hiram Mann of Titusville, one of the original Tuskegee Airmen pilots, died earlier this month at age 92.
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Geoff Bodine beat Darrell Waltrip to the finish line to claim his second career victory in the final Winston Cup race at Fairgrounds Speedway Nashville in 1984.
Geoff Bodine beat Darrell Waltrip to the finish line to claim his second career victory in the final Winston Cup race at Fairgrounds Speedway Nashville in 1984.
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Supermodel Kate Upton is America's No. 1 beauty -- she topped the Maxim Hot 100 list for 2018. This is an image for Maxim by photographer Gilles Bensimon.
Supermodel Kate Upton is America's No. 1 beauty -- she topped the Maxim Hot 100 list for 2018. This is an image for Maxim by photographer Gilles Bensimon.
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Supermodel Kate Upton topped the Maxim Hot 100 list for 2018.
Supermodel Kate Upton topped the Maxim Hot 100 list for 2018.
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Supermodel Kate Upton is America's No. 1 beauty -- she topped the Maxim Hot 100 list for 2018. This is an image for Maxim by photographer Gilles Bensimon.
Supermodel Kate Upton is America's No. 1 beauty -- she topped the Maxim Hot 100 list for 2018. This is an image for Maxim by photographer Gilles Bensimon.
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Kate Upton a Holy Trinity School graduate, Supermodel and Actress during Wednesday's Grand Slam Dog Adoption Event held at the Space Coast stadium before the Washington Nationals game.The dogs from the Brevard County Sheriff's Animal Services .
Kate Upton a Holy Trinity School graduate, Supermodel and Actress during Wednesday's Grand Slam Dog Adoption Event held at the Space Coast stadium before the Washington Nationals game.The dogs from the Brevard County Sheriff's Animal Services .
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Kate Upton a Holy Trinity School graduate, Supermodel and Actress signs autographed during Wednesday's Grand Slam Dog Adoption Event held at the Space Coast stadium before the Washington Nationals game.The dogs from the Brevard County Sheriff's Animal Services .
Kate Upton a Holy Trinity School graduate, Supermodel and Actress signs autographed during Wednesday's Grand Slam Dog Adoption Event held at the Space Coast stadium before the Washington Nationals game.The dogs from the Brevard County Sheriff's Animal Services .
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Kate Upton 50th anniversary Swimsuit Issue
Kate Upton 50th anniversary Swimsuit Issue
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Kate Upton
Kate Upton
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Kate Upton, Sports Illustrated Swimsuit 2013
Kate Upton, Sports Illustrated Swimsuit 2013
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Lafayette Comedy & The Wurst Biergarten presents: An Evening of Comedy and Stories with Jake the Snake Roberts and Hacksaw Jim Duggan.
Lafayette Comedy & The Wurst Biergarten presents: An Evening of Comedy and Stories with Jake the Snake Roberts and Hacksaw Jim Duggan.
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Comedian Carrot Top, whose real name is Scott Thompson, was born in Rockledge and raised in Cocoa.
Comedian Carrot Top, whose real name is Scott Thompson, was born in Rockledge and raised in Cocoa.
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Comedian Carrot Top, born Scott Thompson, was born in Rockledge and graduated from Cocoa High School.
Comedian Carrot Top, born Scott Thompson, was born in Rockledge and graduated from Cocoa High School.
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Comedian Carrot Top is known for his rock 'n' roll style of comedy. He usually has a box of props, too.
Comedian Carrot Top is known for his rock 'n' roll style of comedy. He usually has a box of props, too.
PHOTO COURTESY OF DENISE TRUSCELLO
Comedian Carrot Top is known for his rock 'n' roll style of comedy. He usually has a box of props, too.
Comedian Carrot Top is known for his rock 'n' roll style of comedy. He usually has a box of props, too.
2012 PHOTO COURTESY OF DENISE TRUSCELLO
Comedian Carrot Top is known for his rock 'n' roll style of comedy. He usually has a box of props, too.
Comedian Carrot Top is known for his rock 'n' roll style of comedy. He usually has a box of props, too.
2012 PHOTO COURTESY OF DENISE TRUSCELLO
tosh.show: Daniel Tosh (of Titusville High), 7:30 p.m. April 25, CFE Arena. Tickets, which are $18-$73, go on sale at 10 a.m. Feb. 17.
tosh.show: Daniel Tosh (of Titusville High), 7:30 p.m. April 25, CFE Arena. Tickets, which are $18-$73, go on sale at 10 a.m. Feb. 17.
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The Doors, in an undated publicity shot, from left; John Densmore, Robby Krieger, Ray Manzarek and Jim Morrison.
The Doors, in an undated publicity shot, from left; John Densmore, Robby Krieger, Ray Manzarek and Jim Morrison.
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Jim Morrison of The Doors died in July 1971 of an alleged heroin overdose in Paris.
Jim Morrison of The Doors died in July 1971 of an alleged heroin overdose in Paris.
Pensacola News Journal
Jim Morrison's first home, located in Melbourne.
Jim Morrison's first home, located in Melbourne.
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Melbourne was rejected after asking for the remains of Jim Morrison to be moved to the Brevard Hall of Fame.
Melbourne was rejected after asking for the remains of Jim Morrison to be moved to the Brevard Hall of Fame.
AP
John Tice of West Melbourne the Founder & President of the Brevard Hall of Fame at the Liberty Bell Memorial Museum in Melbourne would like to get the remains of the late rock star Jim Morrison who was born in Melbourne and died in Paris on July 3, 1971 his grave site at Pere Lachaise cemetery in Paris is one of the most visited tourist attractions.
John Tice of West Melbourne the Founder & President of the Brevard Hall of Fame at the Liberty Bell Memorial Museum in Melbourne would like to get the remains of the late rock star Jim Morrison who was born in Melbourne and died in Paris on July 3, 1971 his grave site at Pere Lachaise cemetery in Paris is one of the most visited tourist attractions.
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Portrait of Apollo 11 astronaut Buzz Aldrin, the second person to walk on the moon.
Portrait of Apollo 11 astronaut Buzz Aldrin, the second person to walk on the moon.
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15 Nov 1966 --- Gemini-12 astronauts Edwin "Buzz" Aldrin and Jim Lovell (dark hair) wave their deck caps November 15th, after leaving recovery helicopter (in background) which transported them from the Gemini to the Walking next to Aldrin is NASA recovery chief Jerry Hammack.
15 Nov 1966 --- Gemini-12 astronauts Edwin "Buzz" Aldrin and Jim Lovell (dark hair) wave their deck caps November 15th, after leaving recovery helicopter (in background) which transported them from the Gemini to the Walking next to Aldrin is NASA recovery chief Jerry Hammack.
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Astronaut Buzz Aldrin walks on the surface of the moon near the leg of the lunar module Eagle during the Apollo 11 mission. Mission commander Neil Armstrong took this photograph with a 70 mm lunar surface camera.
Astronaut Buzz Aldrin walks on the surface of the moon near the leg of the lunar module Eagle during the Apollo 11 mission. Mission commander Neil Armstrong took this photograph with a 70 mm lunar surface camera.
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Buzz Aldrin was the second astronaut to walk on the moon.
Buzz Aldrin was the second astronaut to walk on the moon.
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Tim Kaiser, left, Tracy Rooney, Philip Rooney, Sharon Whitaker, Buzz Aldrin, Jeff Kiel, Bob Gabordi, Gayle Kiel, Gina Kaiser, Donna Gabordi.
Buzz Aldrin, Seth Green, and John Travolta at the gala event held under a Apollo /Saturn V Rocket  Center at Kennedy Space Center.
Tim Kaiser, left, Tracy Rooney, Philip Rooney, Sharon Whitaker, Buzz Aldrin, Jeff Kiel, Bob Gabordi, Gayle Kiel, Gina Kaiser, Donna Gabordi. Buzz Aldrin, Seth Green, and John Travolta at the gala event held under a Apollo /Saturn V Rocket Center at Kennedy Space Center.
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George Takei and Buzz Aldrin high five as they talk about space during Saturday's ShareSpace Foundation Gala in the Apollo/Saturn V Center at Kennedy Space Center.
George Takei and Buzz Aldrin high five as they talk about space during Saturday's ShareSpace Foundation Gala in the Apollo/Saturn V Center at Kennedy Space Center.
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Buzz Aldrin became the oldest person to fly with the Thunderbirds, riding along for a 20 minute flight at the Melbourne Air and Space Show on Sunday morning.
Buzz Aldrin became the oldest person to fly with the Thunderbirds, riding along for a 20 minute flight at the Melbourne Air and Space Show on Sunday morning.
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Buzz Aldrin, Jeff Bezos, Harrison Schmitt, Michael Collins and Walt Cunningham talk about space  during Saturday's Apollo 11 Anniversary Gala at the Apollo/Saturn V Center.
Buzz Aldrin, Jeff Bezos, Harrison Schmitt, Michael Collins and Walt Cunningham talk about space during Saturday's Apollo 11 Anniversary Gala at the Apollo/Saturn V Center.
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Jeff Bezos of Blue Origin receives the Buzz Aldrin Space Innovation Award from its namesake during the recent Apollo 11 Anniversary Gala at the Apollo/Saturn V Center. Notice Aldrin's intergalactic-chic tux designed by Nick Graham.
Jeff Bezos of Blue Origin receives the Buzz Aldrin Space Innovation Award from its namesake during the recent Apollo 11 Anniversary Gala at the Apollo/Saturn V Center. Notice Aldrin's intergalactic-chic tux designed by Nick Graham.
CRAIG BAILEY/2017 FLORIDA TODAY
Musician Jason Aldean performs onstage during 2016 CMA Festival - Day 1 at Nissan Stadium on June 9, 2016 in Nashville, Tennessee.
Musician Jason Aldean performs onstage during 2016 CMA Festival - Day 1 at Nissan Stadium on June 9, 2016 in Nashville, Tennessee.
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A look at a young Gary Propper taken some time in the 1960s.
A look at a young Gary Propper taken some time in the 1960s.
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Gary Propper at Cocoa Beach, Pier
Gary Propper at Cocoa Beach, Pier
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Hulk Hogan, then Terry Bollea, once managed The Anchor Club in Cocoa Beach.
Hulk Hogan, then Terry Bollea, once managed The Anchor Club in Cocoa Beach.
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Wrestler Hulk Hogan flexes his muscles during a media opportunity.
Wrestler Hulk Hogan flexes his muscles during a media opportunity.
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Hulk Hogan apologizes.
Hulk Hogan apologizes.
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Professional Wrestling: WWE Hall of Fame Induction: Hulk Hogan during ceremony at SAP Center this year.
Professional Wrestling: WWE Hall of Fame Induction: Hulk Hogan during ceremony at SAP Center this year.
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D-Von Dudley, left, Hulk Hogan and Mike Nunez attended Body Slammin Breast Cancer in 2013. D-Von returns for this year’s event.
D-Von Dudley, left, Hulk Hogan and Mike Nunez attended Body Slammin Breast Cancer in 2013. D-Von returns for this year’s event.
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-(GANNETT PHOTO NETWORK) WRESTLING: Professional wrestling has become wildly popular in large part to the likes of Hulk Hogan. (GNS Photo by Steve Taylor, WWF)
Hulk Hogan FLORIDA TODAY FILE - -(GANNETT PHOTO NETWORK) WRESTLING: Professional wrestling has become wildly popular in large part to the likes of Hulk Hogan. (GNS Photo by Steve Taylor, WWF)
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Buddy Ebsen as Jed Clampett.
Buddy Ebsen as Jed Clampett.
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Hillard Grossman interviewing surfing world champion Kelly Slater.
Hillard Grossman interviewing surfing world champion Kelly Slater.
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Kelly Slater has won 55 major titles.
Kelly Slater has won 55 major titles.
2008 FLORIDA TODAY File
Kelly Slater
Kelly Slater
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Kelly Slater won the first "King of the Peak" title in 1999 at Sebastian Inlet.
Kelly Slater won the first "King of the Peak" title in 1999 at Sebastian Inlet.
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A bronze statue of Kelly Slater adorns the north entrance to downtown Cocoa Beach.
A bronze statue of Kelly Slater adorns the north entrance to downtown Cocoa Beach.
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Maybe Kelly Slater would agree to star in our Surfing Santa holiday movie.
Maybe Kelly Slater would agree to star in our Surfing Santa holiday movie.
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Surf legend and Cocoa Beach native Kelly Slater, second from right, recently posed with Terrie and Clifford "Peanut" Kuehner, the official Mr. and Mrs. Surfing Santa, and friends during a Cocoa Beach winter festival.
Surf legend and Cocoa Beach native Kelly Slater, second from right, recently posed with Terrie and Clifford "Peanut" Kuehner, the official Mr. and Mrs. Surfing Santa, and friends during a Cocoa Beach winter festival.
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Kelly Slater on the beach in Fiji.
Kelly Slater on the beach in Fiji.
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Bob Freeman and Co., winners of the Ron Jon Team first-place trophy.
Bob Freeman and Co., winners of the Ron Jon Team first-place trophy.
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Howie D., left, Kevin Richardson, Nick Carter, AJ McLean and Brian Littrell of the Backstreet Boys perform on ABC's "Good Morning America" in Central Park, Friday, in New York.
Howie D., left, Kevin Richardson, Nick Carter, AJ McLean and Brian Littrell of the Backstreet Boys perform on ABC's "Good Morning America" in Central Park, Friday, in New York.
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Howie Dorough, also known as Howie D of the Backstreet Boys, as he discusses his Cocoa Beach condominium project.
Howie Dorough, also known as Howie D of the Backstreet Boys, as he discusses his Cocoa Beach condominium project.
Craig Rubadoux / FLORIDA TODAY
Howie Dorough (Howie D of the Backstreet Boys), excited about his latest project Flores de la Costa Condos, Cocoa Beach condominium project. In background are some accomplishments of the Backstreet Boys.
Howie Dorough (Howie D of the Backstreet Boys), excited about his latest project Flores de la Costa Condos, Cocoa Beach condominium project. In background are some accomplishments of the Backstreet Boys.
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Howie Dorough (Howie D of the Backstreet Boys), award line the walls of his lansing Island Home as he gets ready for his latest project Flores de la Costa Condos, Cocoa Beach condominium project.
Howie Dorough (Howie D of the Backstreet Boys), award line the walls of his lansing Island Home as he gets ready for his latest project Flores de la Costa Condos, Cocoa Beach condominium project.
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Delise Sangmeister, Monique Mallette and Leta Meerman pose for a photo with Backstreet Boy Howie D during the Our Saviour Catholic School Gala: A Night in Paris held at the Doubletree in Cocoa Beach.
Delise Sangmeister, Monique Mallette and Leta Meerman pose for a photo with Backstreet Boy Howie D during the Our Saviour Catholic School Gala: A Night in Paris held at the Doubletree in Cocoa Beach.
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D-Von Dudley, left, Hulk Hogan and Mike Nunez attended Body Slammin Breast Cancer in 2013. D-Von returns for this year’s event.
D-Von Dudley, left, Hulk Hogan and Mike Nunez attended Body Slammin Breast Cancer in 2013. D-Von returns for this year’s event.
PHOTO COURTESY OF MIKE NUNEZ
Pro wrestler D-Von Dudley and his sons Terrence and Terrell (T.N.T.). Terrence and Terrell have followed in their famous father's footsteps.
Pro wrestler D-Von Dudley and his sons Terrence and Terrell (T.N.T.). Terrence and Terrell have followed in their famous father's footsteps.
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"America's Switch Up" has really changed up the competition on "Dancing With the Stars." Shown is Doug Flutie of Melbourne Beach and Peta Murgatroyd. Flutie's partner is normally Karina Smirnoff.
"America's Switch Up" has really changed up the competition on "Dancing With the Stars." Shown is Doug Flutie of Melbourne Beach and Peta Murgatroyd. Flutie's partner is normally Karina Smirnoff.
Adam Taylor, ABC
Season 22 of "Dancing With the Stars" features retired NFL football player Doug Flutie of Melbourne Beach, who is partnered with Karina Smirnoff.
Season 22 of "Dancing With the Stars" features retired NFL football player Doug Flutie of Melbourne Beach, who is partnered with Karina Smirnoff.
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Doug Flutie poses after a news conference on Jan. 20, 1998, where he was introduced as a new quarterback for the Buffalo Bills.
Doug Flutie poses after a news conference on Jan. 20, 1998, where he was introduced as a new quarterback for the Buffalo Bills.
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Calgary Stampeders quarterback Doug Flutie, 1988 winner of the Heisman Trophy, carries the ball in this 1995 photo.
Calgary Stampeders quarterback Doug Flutie, 1988 winner of the Heisman Trophy, carries the ball in this 1995 photo.
AP Photo/Dave Buston
November 9, 1998 Buffalo Bills Doug Flutie
November 9, 1998 Buffalo Bills Doug Flutie
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Doug Flutie Boston College
 September 26, 1983
Doug Flutie Boston College September 26, 1983
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Jorja Fox and William Petersen star in "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation," which aired from 2000 to 2015. The entire series is now available in a new DVD box set.
Jorja Fox and William Petersen star in "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation," which aired from 2000 to 2015. The entire series is now available in a new DVD box set.
Deseret News
CJ Hobgood ,gets a hand shake from a little fan after his heat at the O'Neill Sebastian pro Thursday afternoon. Jan. 10, 2008
CJ Hobgood ,gets a hand shake from a little fan after his heat at the O'Neill Sebastian pro Thursday afternoon. Jan. 10, 2008
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Brevard surfer Damien Hobgood was part of the cast of the 2003 WB show "Boarding House North Shore."
Brevard surfer Damien Hobgood was part of the cast of the 2003 WB show "Boarding House North Shore."
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Zora Neale Hurston, 1891-1960
Zora Neale Hurston, 1891-1960
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Authors Alethea Kontis, left, and Kristen Painter attend the Stars of Romance Holiday Book Signing on Nov. 19 at the West Melbourne Public Library.
Authors Alethea Kontis, left, and Kristen Painter attend the Stars of Romance Holiday Book Signing on Nov. 19 at the West Melbourne Public Library.
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Former Titusville High swimmer and Olympic medalist Mitzi Kremer works with Lillian Grove, one of the students from the Cape Canaveral Rec Camp. .Children at the Cocoa Beach Aquatic Center participated in the world's largest swim lesson Thursday morning. Thousands of kids and families at pools, aquatic centers and water parks around the world participated in the mass swim lesson to teach water safety and prevent drowning.
Former Titusville High swimmer and Olympic medalist Mitzi Kremer works with Lillian Grove, one of the students from the Cape Canaveral Rec Camp. .Children at the Cocoa Beach Aquatic Center participated in the world's largest swim lesson Thursday morning. Thousands of kids and families at pools, aquatic centers and water parks around the world participated in the mass swim lesson to teach water safety and prevent drowning.
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Former Titusville High swimmer and Olympic medalist Mitzi Kremer was one of the instructors at the event. Children at the Cocoa Beach Aquatic Center participated in the world's largest swim lesson Thursday morning. Thousands of kids and families at pools, aquatic centers and water parks around the world participated in the mass swim lesson to teach water safety and prevent drowning.
Former Titusville High swimmer and Olympic medalist Mitzi Kremer was one of the instructors at the event. Children at the Cocoa Beach Aquatic Center participated in the world's largest swim lesson Thursday morning. Thousands of kids and families at pools, aquatic centers and water parks around the world participated in the mass swim lesson to teach water safety and prevent drowning.
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Former Titusville High swimmer and Olympic medalist Mitzi Kremer works with Lillian Grove, one of the students from the Cape Canaveral Rec Camp.Children at the Cocoa Beach Aquatic Center participated in the world's largest swim lesson Thursday morning. Thousands of kids and families at pools, aquatic centers and water parks around the world participated in the mass swim lesson to teach water safety and prevent drowning.
Former Titusville High swimmer and Olympic medalist Mitzi Kremer works with Lillian Grove, one of the students from the Cape Canaveral Rec Camp.Children at the Cocoa Beach Aquatic Center participated in the world's largest swim lesson Thursday morning. Thousands of kids and families at pools, aquatic centers and water parks around the world participated in the mass swim lesson to teach water safety and prevent drowning.
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From left: Kelly Kretschman, Lisa Fernandez, Leah Amico and Lori Harrigan wave to the crowd after defeating Australia to win the gold medal on Aug. 23, 2004 during the Athens 2004 Summer Olympic Games.
From left: Kelly Kretschman, Lisa Fernandez, Leah Amico and Lori Harrigan wave to the crowd after defeating Australia to win the gold medal on Aug. 23, 2004 during the Athens 2004 Summer Olympic Games.
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Brevard’s first gold medal winner, Kelly Kretschman, left, of Indian Harbour Beach, and Lisa Fernandez listen to the national anthem during the medal ceremony for women's softball at the Athens Olympic Games in Greece.
Brevard’s first gold medal winner, Kelly Kretschman, left, of Indian Harbour Beach, and Lisa Fernandez listen to the national anthem during the medal ceremony for women's softball at the Athens Olympic Games in Greece.
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Former Satellite High standout Kelly Kretschman played in two Olympics, gaining a gold and silver medal.
Former Satellite High standout Kelly Kretschman played in two Olympics, gaining a gold and silver medal.
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Mark Long, originally from Satellite Beach, was one of the original MTV reality stars. Long was a contestant on the first season of the "Road Rules" in 1995. MTV spotted long when he originally auditioned to be a replacement roommate on "The Real World: San Francisco."
Mark Long, originally from Satellite Beach, was one of the original MTV reality stars. Long was a contestant on the first season of the "Road Rules" in 1995. MTV spotted long when he originally auditioned to be a replacement roommate on "The Real World: San Francisco."
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The Orlando City Soccer team was invited to watch the ULA Atlas V rocket launch today then take the VIP tour of Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, where they met up with veteran NASA astronaut Jon McBride. Kaka gets a photo op with astronaut Jon McBride in the rocket garden.
The Orlando City Soccer team was invited to watch the ULA Atlas V rocket launch today then take the VIP tour of Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, where they met up with veteran NASA astronaut Jon McBride. Kaka gets a photo op with astronaut Jon McBride in the rocket garden.
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Kennedy Space Center director Robert Cabana and astronaut Jon McBride stand near a wreath honoring Mercury 7 astronaut John Glenn at the Heroes and Legends exhibit at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex Friday. Glenn, who was the first American to orbit the Earth back in 1962, died Thursday at age 95.
Kennedy Space Center director Robert Cabana and astronaut Jon McBride stand near a wreath honoring Mercury 7 astronaut John Glenn at the Heroes and Legends exhibit at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex Friday. Glenn, who was the first American to orbit the Earth back in 1962, died Thursday at age 95.
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Retired Navy Captain and former shuttle astronaut Jon McBride gave Harrison a private tour of the Atlantis exhibit at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. Four-year-old "small astronaut"  Harrison Sheldon is the child behind a series of photos by his father, Aaron Sheldon, that have garnered national attention.  He got the opportunity of a lifetime when he was given an all-expenses paid trip to Kennedy Space Center with his family.
Retired Navy Captain and former shuttle astronaut Jon McBride gave Harrison a private tour of the Atlantis exhibit at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. Four-year-old "small astronaut" Harrison Sheldon is the child behind a series of photos by his father, Aaron Sheldon, that have garnered national attention. He got the opportunity of a lifetime when he was given an all-expenses paid trip to Kennedy Space Center with his family.
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In the dugout to do interviews with Nationals players.At left is ABC 7 videographer Kendall Griggs. At right is Britt McHenry, weekend sports anchor and reporter for ABC 7, in Washington D.C.. She is from Satellite Beach. She is covering Nationals baseball team Spring training, in Viera.
In the dugout to do interviews with Nationals players.At left is ABC 7 videographer Kendall Griggs. At right is Britt McHenry, weekend sports anchor and reporter for ABC 7, in Washington D.C.. She is from Satellite Beach. She is covering Nationals baseball team Spring training, in Viera.
TIM SHORTT/FLORIDA TODAY
After being caught in the rain, with her hair all wet.  A dugout interview with Ross Detwiler, of the Washington Nationals. Britt McHenry, weekend sports anchor and reporter for ABC 7, in Washington D.C., is from Satellite Beach. She is covering Nationals baseball team Spring training, in Viera.The videographer working with her is Kendall Griggs.
After being caught in the rain, with her hair all wet. A dugout interview with Ross Detwiler, of the Washington Nationals. Britt McHenry, weekend sports anchor and reporter for ABC 7, in Washington D.C., is from Satellite Beach. She is covering Nationals baseball team Spring training, in Viera.The videographer working with her is Kendall Griggs.
TIM SHORTT/FLORIDA TODAY
Britt McHenry, weekend sports anchor and reporter for ABC 7, in Washington D.C., is from Satellite Beach. She is covering Nationals baseball team Spring training, in Viera.
Britt McHenry, weekend sports anchor and reporter for ABC 7, in Washington D.C., is from Satellite Beach. She is covering Nationals baseball team Spring training, in Viera.
TIM SHORTT/2013 FLORIDA TODAY FILE
Britt McHenry, weekend sports anchor and reporter for ABC 7, in Washington D.C., is from Satellite Beach. At right is ABC 7 videographer Kendall Griggs. She is covering Nationals baseball team Spring training, in Viera.
Britt McHenry, weekend sports anchor and reporter for ABC 7, in Washington D.C., is from Satellite Beach. At right is ABC 7 videographer Kendall Griggs. She is covering Nationals baseball team Spring training, in Viera.
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Sen. Bill Nelson
Sen. Bill Nelson
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Sen. Bill Nelson, D-Fla., speaks during a media availability on Capitol Hill.
Sen. Bill Nelson, D-Fla., speaks during a media availability on Capitol Hill.
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Senator Bill Nelson fires up the crowd before the arrival of Hillary Clinton in Sanford.
Senator Bill Nelson fires up the crowd before the arrival of Hillary Clinton in Sanford.
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Allen Neuharth, the founder of USA Today and retired chairman and CEO of Gannett Co.
Undated file photo of Allen Neuharth, the founder of USA Today and retired chairman and CEO of Gannett Co. Inc. (Gannett News Service/USA TODAY)
GANNETT file photo Allen Neuharth, the founder of USA Today and retired chairman and CEO of Gannett Co. Undated file photo of Allen Neuharth, the founder of USA Today and retired chairman and CEO of Gannett Co. Inc. (Gannett News Service/USA TODAY)
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Fly fishing experts Flip Pallot, left, and Lefty Kreh will headline the celebrities attending the 5th Renzetti Fly Fishing and Rod Building Fair at the Renzetti manufacturing center in Titusville on Dec. 4-5. The two men are among the most recognizable authorities on fly fishing in the country. Pallot resides in Mims and Kreh is from Hunt Valley, Md.
Fly fishing experts Flip Pallot, left, and Lefty Kreh will headline the celebrities attending the 5th Renzetti Fly Fishing and Rod Building Fair at the Renzetti manufacturing center in Titusville on Dec. 4-5. The two men are among the most recognizable authorities on fly fishing in the country. Pallot resides in Mims and Kreh is from Hunt Valley, Md.
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A Flock of Seagulls, seen here circa 1982, with lead singer Mike Score (second from left).
A Flock of Seagulls, seen here circa 1982, with lead singer Mike Score (second from left).
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Astronaut Winston Scott and Al Dodds play at a memorial for astronaut Robert H. Lawrence, Jr at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. Mandatory Credit: Craig Bailey/FLORIDA TODAY via USA TODAY NETWORK
Astronaut Winston Scott and Al Dodds play at a memorial for astronaut Robert H. Lawrence, Jr at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. Mandatory Credit: Craig Bailey/FLORIDA TODAY via USA TODAY NETWORK
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2016 Brevard Walk of Fame Honoree Dr. Buzz Aldrin is presented his award by 2015 Honoree Capt. Winston Scott during the 2016 Brevard Walk of Fame, a benefit for Eckerd Kids held at the Radisson in Port Canaveral.
2016 Brevard Walk of Fame Honoree Dr. Buzz Aldrin is presented his award by 2015 Honoree Capt. Winston Scott during the 2016 Brevard Walk of Fame, a benefit for Eckerd Kids held at the Radisson in Port Canaveral.
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Apollo 11 Astronaut Buzz Aldrin talks with former Shuttle astronaut Winston Scott after a signing ceremony formalizing the establishment of the Buzz Aldrin Space Institute at the university in Melbourne.
Apollo 11 Astronaut Buzz Aldrin talks with former Shuttle astronaut Winston Scott after a signing ceremony formalizing the establishment of the Buzz Aldrin Space Institute at the university in Melbourne.
CRAIG RUBADOUX/2015 FLORIDA TODAY FILE
Capt. Winston Scott of Florida Tech jam in in the band during Thursday nights Leadership Brevard 2015 Graduation & all Class Reunion during Lead Brevard 30th anniversary held at the Crowne Plaza Indialantic .
Capt. Winston Scott of Florida Tech jam in in the band during Thursday nights Leadership Brevard 2015 Graduation & all Class Reunion during Lead Brevard 30th anniversary held at the Crowne Plaza Indialantic .
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Winston E. Scott, former Navy fighter pilot, astronaut and Senior Vice President, Office of External Relations & Economic Development at the Florida Institute of Technology, in his office at Florida Tech.
Winston E. Scott, former Navy fighter pilot, astronaut and Senior Vice President, Office of External Relations & Economic Development at the Florida Institute of Technology, in his office at Florida Tech.
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Brian Slawson is the principal timpanist with the Brevard Symphony Orchestra and a composer.
Brian Slawson is the principal timpanist with the Brevard Symphony Orchestra and a composer.
Photo Courtesy Of Brian Slawson