Good morning, Melbourne.

SpaceX will launch a Falcon 9 carrying three BlueBird satellites today from Cape Canaveral, with liftoff targeted at 2:39 a.m. and a window closing at 4:15 a.m. Its booster will attempt a landing on the drone ship (A Shortfall of Gravitas in the Atlantic Ocean).

Florida's Space Coast remains a bustling hub for spaceflight with launch pads at the Kennedy Space Center (sites 39A and 39B) and Cape Canaveral supporting SpaceX, Blue Origin and ULA.

Activity from record 2025 launches continues into 2026 as facilities prepare for new missions.

SpaceX’s public debut on Nasdaq raised about $85.7 billion and valued the company above $1.7 trillion, sparking growth on the Space Coast.

Local officials say further investment will create more jobs + expand launch infrastructure and boost local development.

On Friday, June 19 — most federal offices, post offices, and banks will be closed for Juneteenth while state offices and the DMV remain open in Florida and stores and restaurants operate normal hours with ATMs, FedEx, and UPS continuing services.

On June 16, the National Weather Service issued updated heat advisories as Florida faces dangerous temperatures that can lead to heat-related illnesses.

Residents in Melbourne should avoid strenuous outdoor activity and drink water frequently to stay safe.

The McCoy Freeman Group explained that the Brevard County market in May showed a 14% drop in single-family closings to 908 and a 12.5% rise in condo sales, while median prices increased to $385,000; sellers are urged to price right and invest in marketing in communities (including Melbourne) for success.

Space Coast Comic Con

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Wickham Park Community Center — Affordable entry — Celebrate comics and pop culture at this family-friendly convention filled with creativity and community.

Palm Bay Independence Day Celebration

5-9 p.m. — Eastern Florida State College - Palm Bay Campus — Free admission — Celebrate 250 years of American freedom with live performances, food trucks, and a spectacular fireworks display.

Free Educational Seminar on Estate Planning

9:30-10:30 a.m. — Perkins American Food Co. — Free entry — Learn about living trusts and how to organize your estate and family affairs.

Saturday Night Market at Intracoastal Brewing

5-9 p.m. — Intracoastal Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy local vendors and live tunes with a cold pint in hand.

Baseball Showdown: Tailgators vs. Gnarlies

5-8 p.m. — Palm Bay High School — Exciting matchup — Experience an electrifying baseball battle between two powerhouse teams filled with thrilling plays and high-energy sportsmanship.