Good morning, Melbourne.

United Launch Alliance is set to launch its Atlas V rocket carrying 27 Amazon Project Kuiper satellites at 6:54 a.m. Monday, June 23 from Launch Complex 41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station—technicians fixed an issue with an elevated booster engine purge temperature that forced a scrub on June 16.

SpaceX is set to launch a Falcon 9 carrying Starlink satellites from Launch Complex 40 today at 1:47 a.m. with backup opportunities until 5:47 a.m.—the booster will land on a drone ship while avoiding Brevard County sonic booms.

International student visa restrictions and a new travel ban are affecting Florida Tech students on the Melbourne campus, and the university is advising them to keep their paperwork ready and stay in touch with admissions—officials say the overall impact is minimal though five new students remain abroad.

Deputies from the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office rescued a sea turtle nicknamed ‘Corporal Crush’ from fishing line near Jetty Park—removing a fishing hook and a six-pound weight from its flipper—and volunteer Melanie transported the animal to the Brevard Zoo for treatment so it can soon return to the ocean.

NASA and the Department of Defense practiced emergency rescue plans near Kennedy Space Center on June 11 and 12 using test mannequins and a crew module test article—simulating both a pad abort and an ascent abort to ensure crew safety for the Artemis II mission that will send four astronauts around the Moon next year.

Emergency officials in Brevard County advise residents to assess their home risks before using sandbags for flood protection as hurricane season intensifies.

They warn that using beach sand is illegal and can harm coastal conditions (including disturbance of protected sea turtle nests) (legal alternative materials and proper placement are key to effective storm preparation).

United States Navy Chaplain Zachary Parker from Merritt Island will soon be stationed at the Washington Navy Yard to serve families at Arlington National Cemetery as his family moves to D.C. for his new orders — he also tried out for the Jacksonville Sharks and led a beach workout — showing his commitment to both service and community.

The Melbourne Fire Department reminded residents to follow electrical safety rules as warmer weather brings more outdoor work.

They advised calling 8-1-1 before digging and using certified equipment — steps that help prevent hazards — when doing yard work or setting up outdoor lighting.

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.