Good morning, Melbourne.

Melbourne High teacher Michelle Hanus was named Brevard Teacher of the Year by Brevard Schools Foundation at the ABC Teacher of the Year awards — her work in ESOL instruction earned her this honor.

Marine animals are moving south as North Atlantic Right Whales (with mothers and calves) seek warm nearshore waters for winter near Daytona Beach and Cape Canaveral, while ghost crabs retreat to deep burrows.

Wildlife officials urge residents to keep 500 yards from whales and avoid soft dunes.

Blue Origin will host a public meeting in Melbourne Friday on its wastewater permit renewal + community members can review proposed discharge plans and share concerns.

Attend to learn how these updates may impact local water management.

Dr. Richard Hynes of Health First Medical Group said on a recent podcast that many spine problems may be treated without surgery using physical therapy and pain management.

He explained that new robotic methods (with AI planning) make operations safer and help patients recover faster.

Brevard County MLS data for December 2025 shows single-family sales rose 2.7% and condo sales jumped 20.8% as cash buyers fueled selective decisions in the Space Coast housing market (tight inventories and broader condo choices shaped pricing trends), experts said.

Eastern Florida State College's softball team is ranked 16th in the preseason NJCAA Division I poll after a 39-win season, and will open next Thursday at Titan Softball Complex (doubleheader begins at 1 p.m.).

Space Coast Food & Wine Festival

3-6 p.m. — Downtown Melbourne — Tickets available online — Experience a culinary celebration with tastings from top chefs and local flavors by the waterfront.

K-Pop Warriors Show

4:00-5:30 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — Family-friendly event — Enjoy a high-energy show with vibrant music and dance inspired by K-Pop.

SouthsidersVW Winter Blitz IX

9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Intracoastal Brewing Company — $10 entry plus donation — Celebrate the VW community with live music and trophy competitions while benefiting local animal care.

Valentine's Day Painting Date Night

3-5 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $40 per person — Create a shared masterpiece while enjoying a romantic evening with your partner on Valentine's Day.

MMB Concert Band: Love Notes Tales of Passion

7-10 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — Free entry — Enjoy a night of love songs featuring soprano Rachel Murphy and a pre-show by Adagio Sax Quartet.

Soul Train Experience

7-11 p.m. — Pineapples — In person — Celebrate soul music with The Blackout Band and DJ SHARP in the Moon Room.

Black Heritage Calendar Festival

12-4 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — Free entry — Celebrate culture, creativity, and community at this vibrant festival.

Pretty Tied Up - Tribute to Guns N' Roses

7-10 p.m. — Pineapples — In-person event — Experience the explosive performance of Pretty Tied Up, the nation's top tribute to Guns N' Roses.

Tina: The Tina Turner Musical

8 PM — Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts — Check website for ticket prices — Experience the electrifying journey of the Queen of Rock n' Roll through her greatest hits.