Good morning, Melbourne.

Palm Bay police rescued a man this morning after he was thrown off his jet ski in the middle of the Indian River and confirmed that he is safe.

Bojangles is building a new restaurant at 5155 N.

Wickham Road — near Home Depot — as it plans to open its first location in Brevard County offering Southern fried chicken and meals all day. The opening date is not set yet and the site is also close to Sprouts Market and EOS Fitness.

Melbourne Main Street proposed a $3 million park project to revitalize Holmes Park and an adjacent lot by adding an amphitheater, a children's play zone with a splash pad, public restrooms, and a waterfront dock with a gazebo (further design details and funding discussions are pending) to host events without closing streets.

Florida lawmakers did not pass bills to lower wages for apprenticeships as the state will keep its plan to raise the minimum wage.

The current rate is $13 per hour for non-tipped and $9.98 for tipped workers, and it will go up by $1 on Sept. 30 and again in 2026 until it reaches $15 and $11.98.

Frank Abbate retired today after a 36-year career in county government — he urged commissioners to keep working on needed infrastructure and capital projects.

Interim county manager Jim Liesenfelt will lead until a nationwide search finds Abbate’s permanent replacement — the process is expected to extend into the next budget cycle.

321: Tacos & Treats Throwdown

12-8 p.m. — Wickham Park — $5 tacos & desserts — Indulge in tacos, enjoy live music, and partake in a foam party and axe throwing at this delicious throwdown.

Brit Floyd - Pink Floyd Tribute

8-9:30 p.m. — Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket information available — Experience a stunning tribute to Pink Floyd’s iconic masterpiece 'The Dark Side of the Moon'.

90s Pop/R&B Night Featuring Jennifer Roth

7-11 p.m. — Pineapples — General Admission $19.10 — Experience the soulful sounds of SWAAG with guest vocalist Jennifer Roth in a vibrant night of 90s hits.

Oklahoma Stackhouse with Another Summer

7:30-11 p.m. — Pineapples — $13.39 — Enjoy a night of groovy tunes with Orlando's Oklahoma Stackhouse and local favorites, Another Summer.

Lunch and Learn on Hurricane Protection

11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. — Bridgewater at Viera — Free entry — Gain insights from hurricane protection experts while enjoying lunch.

Thrifting Bus Adventure to Ormond Beach

8:00 AM - 5:30 PM — The Home Depot — $80.00 — Experience a luxurious thrifting bus tour packed with exciting shopping and delightful catered meals.

39th Annual PineappleMan Triathlon/Duathlon

11 a.m. — 509 Ocean Ave, Melbourne Beach, FL — Registration fees apply — Experience Florida's oldest USAT sanctioned triathlon in a historic coastal setting.

CareerSource Brevard Flagler Volusia 2025 Job Fair

10 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — Free entry — Connect with local employers and explore job opportunities with potential on-the-spot interviews.

Tru Phonic ft. Syd Taylor Band Live Show

7-11:30 p.m. — Pineapples — $19.10 — Enjoy an evening of funk music with Florida legends Tru Phonic and a soulful opening by Syd Taylor Band.