Brevard Clerk to Marry Couples for Free on March 13 | The Locally Times
Brevard's free Friday the 13th weddings join spring deadlines including a Feb. 23 cutoff for Lake Mary's Public Safety Academy.
The Brevard County Clerk of Court will offer complimentary wedding ceremonies on Friday, March 13, 2026, to be performed personally by Clerk Sadoff. Couples must register in advance. The announcement does not specify a registration deadline, the number of available slots, or the ceremony location. Interested parties should monitor the Clerk's official website for updates. ## Community Support and Safety Programs Open for Enrollment In the City of Winter Garden, applications are open until May 1, 2026, for the Utility Bill Assistance Program for Low Income Seniors. According to a city notice, the program can provide a reduction of up to 90% on the base charges of monthly utility bills for one year. To be eligible, applicants must meet age and income requirements, including a gross household income not exceeding 60% of the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines. Residents must apply annually for the program. Meanwhile, the City of Lake Mary is accepting applications for its Public Safety Citizens Academy, an 11-week program running from March 4 to May 13, 2026. A city announcement states the program offers residents and business owners hands-on learning and insight into the operations of the Lake Mary Police and Fire Departments. Registration closes on February 23, 2026. In a separate public safety measure, the City of Winter Garden will begin issuing $100 civil citations for speeding in a school zone near Esteem Academy on March 25, 2026. A public notice states this follows a warning period and is part of a broader School Zone Camera Safety Program authorized by a 2025 city ordinance. ## Civic Participation and Free Events Scheduled The Town of Lady Lake has scheduled a Special Election for March 24, 2026. The City of Apopka continues its Saturday Sounds free concert series at the Apopka Amphitheater. City records show free performances are scheduled from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on multiple dates, including March 21, April 4, April 18, May 2, and May 16, 2026. Similarly, the City of Daytona Beach is holding its annual Easter Beach Run on Saturday, April 4, 2026, with registration currently open.