Good morning, Melbourne.

SpaceX is set to launch SiriusXM's SXM-11 satellite aboard a Falcon 9 at 10:25 p.m. from Cape Canaveral (the booster will land on a drone ship post-flight in the Atlantic) tonight.

In two weeks, the Florida Python Challenge will run from Friday, July 10 at 12:01 a.m. until Sunday, July 19 at 5 p.m. across eight locations including Everglades National Park — registered participants can remove invasive Burmese pythons to win prizes up to $10,000.

The National Hurricane Center is monitoring an early low-pressure system off Florida's coast with a 20% chance of tropical cyclone formation next week.

Forecasters said there is almost a 0% chance of development in the next 48 hours, and locals should check updates regularly (hurricane season continues).

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Anthony Necker earned the title of Air Force Occupational Safety Career Professional of the Year on June 5 at Patrick Space Force Base after leading modernization efforts that saved costs ($90K saved).

He continues to build safety support as operations grow.

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.

July Meeting — Books & Brews Brevard Book Club

2-4 p.m. — Bugnutty Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy a relaxed book discussion with fellow literature lovers over craft beers.

Cocoa Tailgators vs. Sardines Baseball Showdown

5-8 p.m. — Palm Bay High School — Family-friendly event — Experience the thrill of a fierce baseball rivalry between the Cocoa Tailgators and Sardines.

Ladies Arcade Night

6:30-8 p.m. — Arcade Monsters Melbourne — $20 entry — Relive the joy of gaming while meeting new friends in a relaxed atmosphere.