Daily
Melbourne
Sunday, May 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The SPCA of Brevard is featuring Hobie the Bandit, a 7-year-old pup with a playful personality waiting for a forever home. The adoption center welcomes visits (Monday-Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.). Space Coast Daily
- ➤ Brevard Zoo will offer free admission for children 3-18 on May 22, 26, and 27 when a Florida resident pays full admission and provides ID + admits no more than three children per adult. Families can also view capybaras and the Illumi-Nature nighttime event. Hometown News
- ➤ Navy Chaplain Lt. Zack Parker urged the Space Coast community to join in the National Day of Prayer as a time for reflection and unity (the event falls on Thursday, May 7). His message emphasized seeking guidance and shared strength during challenging times. Space Coast Daily
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Brevard’s 2026 Top Scholars were honored today from local schools across the Space Coast, including Melbourne High & others, in a recognition event held early this morning. Florida Today
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wildlife experts in Brevard advise residents to give native snakes space since these reptiles help control rodent populations — removing yard debris and spilled seed can reduce close encounters. Space Coast Daily
- ➤ Volunteers and experts at the Sea Turtle Preservation Society and Brevard Zoo’s Rehabilitation Center protect sea turtles this nesting season by monitoring nests and caring for injured turtles; residents should turn off beach-facing lights (per county ordinance) from May 1 to Oct. 31 so hatchlings can reach the ocean. Florida Today
- ➤ The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission reminds residents that both alligators and crocodiles live in local waterways, with alligators preferring freshwater and crocodiles found mostly in coastal areas. Residents are urged to stay cautious, keep pets leashed near water, and not feed these reptiles (it's illegal), to reduce risks. Hometown News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The final Brevard-area high school softball rankings were released Friday, May 1, showing Melbourne High School at 25-1 after its district win in 7-6A, while Eau Gallie, Astronaut, Melbourne Central Catholic and Bayside also posted strong records. This marks the season's final rankings for the 2026 FHSAA season. Florida Today
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Shrek - The Musical
2-5 p.m. — Henegar Center For the Arts — Tickets start at $105 — Enjoy a whimsical live adaptation of the beloved animated classic.
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Beetlejuice Musical
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the ghost-with-the-most in this hilarious and touching musical adaptation of Tim Burton's classic film.
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