Good morning, Melbourne.

SpaceX’s Starship—set to launch from Cape Canaveral by the end of 2025—exploded during a routine engine test in Texas on June 18 at 11 p.m., and no injuries were reported as investigators examine the cause.

ULA's Atlas V rocket will launch the second batch of Amazon satellites for Project Kuiper from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on June 23rd at 6:54 a.m. EDT—if weather is clear, residents on the Space Coast and nearby may see the liftoff.

SpaceX will launch a Falcon 9 carrying Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station at Launch Complex 40 on June 22 with a launch window from 1:47 a.m. to 6:17 a.m. ET.

Weather permitting, residents may view the late-night launch from local beaches (from Jacksonville Beach to West Palm Beach) and follow posted safety rules (as advised by authorities).

The crewed Axiom Space mission launch has been delayed indefinitely due to a pressure issue on the ISS as NASA reviews repairs and the international crew—including former astronaut Peggy Whitson—prepares for a two-week science mission.

SpaceX will launch a Falcon 9 carrying Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral early Sunday between 1:47 a.m. and 6:17 a.m.—marking a continued focus on space activity in Florida.

Publix has introduced limited-time summer-inspired ice cream flavors at Melbourne stores & the new flavors are designed to capture the taste of summer & they will be available for only a short time.

Melbourne plastic surgeon Mauricio Castellon was charged with felony counts for failing to secure workers' compensation insurance at his practice at 1499 S.

Harbor City Blvd.—investigators said employees worked during a state stop-work order issued after repeated notices about the lapse in coverage, and he was arrested on June 18.

A pest known as the lychee erinose mite (Aceria litchii) has been found in several Florida counties, including Brevard, and it can reduce lychee fruit by up to 80%.

Gardeners are urged to clean their tools and test soil (using a 10% bleach solution) to help slow the mite’s spread.

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.

Bridgewater Boots and Bling

10 PM - 1 AM — Bridgewater at Viera Ballroom — $10 tickets — Enjoy a lively country western-themed dance party with live music and line dancing.

Brevard Home & Garden Expo

10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — Free admission — Discover the best home and garden professionals at Brevard's premier home expo.