Good morning, Melbourne.

Jack in the Box is set to return to Brevard County with three new locations in Cocoa, Melbourne, and Palm Bay.

The chain is part of a broader expansion across Central Florida (no opening dates have been announced) as it works to re-establish its local presence after four decades away.

Financial expert Steven Podnos advises residents to review retirement savings strategies to balance current spending with future needs; he encourages meeting with advisors to adjust plans as life expectancy and spending goals change (calculations help set a realistic target).

Melbourne residents are invited to share their thoughts on key local issues as election season begins, with topics including property tax exemptions and rising home insurance impacting budgets.

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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.