Good morning, Melbourne.

Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket is scheduled to launch no earlier than August 15th — the company plans to recover the booster Never Tell Me The Odds on the ship Jacklyn.

The mission will add competition for SpaceX and may lower launch costs if the reusable booster is successful.

On June 8, law enforcement arrested 12 suspects in Brevard County for charges including battery, theft, DUI, and resisting arrest — all remain presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Melbourne police questioned suspect Laway Maharie after new bodycam video showed her allegedly choking cab driver Carol Ann Johnson at the intersection of Babcock and Brevard—she was arrested on one count of battery by strangulation on a person 65 and older and will face court on June 17.

On Thursday, June 12 at noon ET, WeatherTiger—Dr. Ryan Truchelut, Anne Geggis and Antonio Fins will host an Ask Me Anything on Reddit to answer questions on preparing for hurricane season 2025.

The City of Melbourne Fire Department donated a Pierce Custom fire engine to Eastern Florida State College’s Public Safety Institute at its June Board of Trustees meeting in Melbourne—this gift will help new recruits and veteran firefighters train in multi-engine fire rescue operations. The donation shows a strong ongoing partnership between the fire department and the college.

APRN Evan Cataldo from Health First said he is treating more pickleball injuries in adults aged 45 to 70, noting many cases involve falls and joint issues.

He advised new players to ease into the game and stretch before playing—practices that may help avoid longer recovery times.

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.

International Yoga Day Celebration

9:00 – 9:50 AM — The Avenue Viera — Free entry — Light up your morning with a community yoga session led by lululemon ambassador Britt Pryor.

On-Site Tour at Discovery Village

9 AM - 7 PM — Discovery Village At Melbourne — Free entry — Explore a vibrant senior living community with top-rated amenities and engaging activities.

Children's Art Workshop with Ms. Sara Bohman

12-3 p.m. — Thrive Local — Cost info not provided — Explore creativity and crafts while making 3D Beehives in a fun environment for kids.

Melbourne Municipal Band Concert: Things With Wings

7-9 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — Free entry — Explore the aerial wonders of birds, jets, and mythical dragons through live music.

Summer Series #2

Join Keep Brevard Beautiful for our second Summer Series cleanup at Riverview Park in Melbourne from 8am-12pm. Be part of something impactful, spend your morning giving back to our beautiful community and waterways!

Children's Art Workshop with Ms. Sara Bohman

12-3 p.m. — Thrive Local — Cost TBD — Create colorful tile mosaics and explore creativity in a fun, supportive environment.

Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration

4-10 p.m. — Claude Edge Front St. Park — Free entry — A ‘blast’ of a fireworks display that thousands anticipate every year at Front Street Park.