Good morning, Melbourne.

Jetty Park now unveils a new pavilion and playground (with seating, food-truck hookups, slides, and climbing areas) as part of Port Canaveral upgrades currently underway.

Marci Murphy, CareerSource Brevard Flagler Volusia Executive Director, was named the Toni Jennings Workforce Development Professional of the Year by the Florida Economic Development Council at last month's IGNITE Annual Conference.

She has advanced workforce initiatives since 2002, helping jobseekers and employers in the region.

SpaceX completed a $75B IPO that valued the company at $1.75T and made its CEO a trillionaire.

The move boosts Florida’s local business climate + creates new opportunities for innovation.

Pizza Hut was sold for $2.7B with final deals from the U.S. & China set to close in Q3, and 250 closures planned nationwide, although Florida locations remain mostly unaffected.

The American Customer Satisfaction Index report showed that Jersey Mike’s took over Chick-fil-A’s top ranking after an 11-year run, reflecting its fresh food and value.

Local diners in Melbourne have several Jersey Mike’s options available, including one location on Wickham Road (1070 N. Wickham Road).

The Brevard Symphony Orchestra and the City of Cocoa will host Symphony Under the Stars on July 4 at Cocoa Riverfront Park at 8 p.m. with free general admission and fireworks at 9:15 p.m., and a VIP BBQ at 6:30 p.m. at the Cocoa Civic Center is available for supporters.

Eight candidates have qualified to run in Brevard County school board races (Districts 1, 2, and 5).

Two incumbents are in the race and one seat is open, with the primary set for Aug. 18.

State and federal officials expressed concern as a large invasive tegu (native to South and Central America) was spotted on Brevard County roads between April 12 and April 28.

The sightings in residential and wild areas prompted calls for increased monitoring.

Billy Stein, a local baseball star who played in Cocoa leagues and 14 MLB seasons, was honored in 2016 by the Space Coast Sports Hall of Fame for his clutch pinch hitting.

His career shows strong ties to the community & celebrates a lasting local legacy.

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.

Brevard Home & Garden Expo

Jul 18-19 — Melbourne Auditorium — Entry fee not specified — Discover the latest in home and garden innovations with over 50 exhibitors.