Good morning, Melbourne.

Brevard Public Schools hosted the military enlistment ceremony at Viera High School Stadium on Friday, Apr.

17, where about 250 enlistees formally took the oath alongside 250 JROTC students. The event featured a keynote address by Mike Haridopolos, a flyover, and a ceremonial cannon fire (displaying military technology).

Melbourne Orlando International Airport hosts the second annual Space Coast Honor Flight Welcome Home celebration today, featuring five dedicated charter flights carrying veterans to BWI with guardian escorts & local groups energizing the event through festive performances and community decor.

Two children have died this year after being left in vehicles, including one in Florida, and experts warn that with Melbourne expecting 85 today and 96 tomorrow, it is crucial to check cars as temperatures can spike dangerously fast & lead to deadly conditions.

Walmart announced plans on April 16 to remodel 58 Florida stores — including the Melbourne location — with updated layouts, technology and services that will boost convenience for shoppers; the upgrades are part of a larger $1.5 billion effort to modernize more than 650 stores statewide.

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket (its third flight) is scheduled to launch AST SpaceMobile’s BlueBird 7 satellite from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on Sunday, Apr.

19 between 6:45 a.m. and 8:45 a.m.

On April 11, a SpaceX Falcon 9 booster landed at LZ-40 on Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, where FLORIDA TODAY visual journalist Craig Bailey captured the historic moment on his remote camera; his Photo of the Week highlights the launch site's progress (first full capture from this pad).

Brevard Zoo lost two beloved Linne's two-toed sloths, 23-year-old Dustin & 20-year-old Sammy, on April 17 after health challenges common to captive care.

The zoo is now working with experts to review care practices and improve conditions for its animals.

The City of Melbourne Water Department switched its emergency notifications from CodeRED to AlertBrevard on Friday, Apr.

17. Residents in Melbourne Beach need to manually sign up+ to keep receiving alerts.

STARCOM will host a civilian job fair Tuesday, April 21 at The Tides Club (1001 N.

State Road A1A) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to fill 400+ positions in engineering, cybersecurity, intelligence, and data science near Patrick Space Force Base.

Food Safety Manager Class and Pencil Exam

9:45 a.m. — Hospitality Resource Supply — Registration required — Gain essential food safety knowledge with a comprehensive class followed by a pencil exam.

Classic Motorcycle Show

9 AM – 2 PM — Green Gables — $10 per motorcycle — Enjoy stunning views while showcasing vintage motorcycles and live music.

Space Coast ModelFest 2026

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Azan Shriners Center — $5 — Celebrate creativity and craftsmanship at a vibrant model contest with various themed categories.

Aaron Wolf Concert

7-10 p.m. — Pineapples — Tickets available — So-Cal reggae artist Aaron Wolf returns to the Moon Room with local support from Pine Tree Drive.

Shrek - The Musical

8-11 p.m. — Henegar Center For the Arts — Tickets from $81 — Enjoy a fun-filled evening with the unforgettable musical adaptation of a beloved fairy tale.

Brevard Community Mental Health Symposium

8 a.m.–3 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — Free entry — Engage with mental health experts and resources in the community.

Shrek - The Musical

8-11 p.m. — Henegar Center For the Arts — Tickets start at $81 — Experience the laughter and fun of Shrek brought to life on stage.

Cake Social for Women

4-5:30 p.m. — Serenity Venue — Ticket required — Bring a cake and make new friends while sampling delicious desserts together.