Good morning, Melbourne.

NOAA and the National Weather Service are hosting Hurricane Preparedness Week from May 3-9, offering residents daily tips on risk assessment, preparation, forecast understanding, and sheltering to stay safe during storms (with the Atlantic hurricane season beginning June 1).

After thousands gathered to watch the historic Artemis II launch, the Space Coast Office of Tourism reported over 350,000 visitors traveled to Brevard County in the week — injecting over $41M into local business revenue.

Duke Energy Florida will issue a $90.5 million refund to its customers this summer over extra hurricane restoration costs & the Public Service Commission approved a temporary fuel charge cut of 0.562 cents per kilowatt hour for billing cycles from June until September.

Sam Eisert, saved as a baby at Health First Holmes Regional, will soon graduate UCF with a degree in computer engineering, and on May 5 his family visited the hospital to thank current NICU staff & hospital leaders who continue his long tradition of gratitude.

Eastern Florida State College will hold two graduation ceremonies on May 14 at the King Center for the Performing Arts on its Melbourne Campus; ceremonies are scheduled for 11 a.m. & 2 p.m., with confirmed graduates pre-reserving three tickets and overflow seating available via livestream in the campus auditorium.

Hurricane season officially begins June 1 though no storms are active now; forecasters estimate Florida has a 74% chance of a named storm this season — with AccuWeather highlighting extra risk from Tampa north.

Oak Street at Sixth Avenue was closed at 8:30 a.m. on May 5 for two days; drivers are advised to use detour routes and be cautious in the residential area while the area south of the 6th Avenue boat ramp remains cordoned off despite the ramp still being open.

Today, Health First and Parrish Healthcare formalized an agreement to launch a stroke network partnership across Brevard County — improving EMS coordination and unifying care protocols so patients receive quick, quality stroke treatment close to home.

Local eateries in Melbourne and nearby areas are planning special Mother’s Day menus on May 10—options range from brunch treats to themed dinners that honor moms with festive offers.

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.

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.

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.

Nike Volleyball Camp at Cape Coast Volleyball Club

9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Cape Coast Volleyball Club — $255 for a 2-day camp — Enhance your volleyball skills with expert coaching in a fun and competitive environment.

Viera Farmers and Artisan Market

4-8 p.m. — Viera Regional Park — Free entry — Discover local flavors and unique crafts from talented artisans and food vendors.