Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 6th of July.
Good morning, Melbourne.
Melbourne and the beaches will host the annual Christmas in July Market at Riverview Park on July 19—shoppers can visit 2301 Irwin Street from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to browse handmade gifts, decorations, and specialty items.
The event is free and brings local vendors together for a festive shopping day.
Kelly Young is offering a free weekly exercise class focusing on balance, flexibility, and strength—designed for all ages—and will run every Wednesday for 26 weeks.
The SPCA of Brevard in Melbourne is hosting a kitten party at its Thrift Store — Boutique located at 790 S Apollo Boulevard, where 12 playful kittens are now waiting for a loving forever home.
Adult cats like Ellie, Cupcake, and Star Kid are also available for adoption at the center.
A 29-year-old driver crashed his Mazda3 into pedestrians on I-95 near mile marker 193 in Viera Tuesday night, injuring multiple people including one who may need a leg amputation — he faces charges for DUI causing serious bodily harm and reckless driving while being released on a $22,000 bond.
A 22-year-old man turned himself in on July 4 and now faces attempted murder and aggravated assault charges after a July 3 West Melbourne shooting — police say surveillance footage helped identify him as shots were fired near South Wickham Road and Coral Drive.
The Eastern Florida State College men's tennis team was named the FCSAA Small Male Academic Team of the Year for small programs after finishing the year with a team GPA of 3.35, as voted by the Council for Athletic Affairs' Executive Board.
The Titans competed in the NJCAA Division I National Tournament in Florence and finished sixth nationwide.
This holiday weekend, the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission reminds beachgoers to give nesting sea turtles & shorebirds plenty of space by keeping beaches dark, clean, and free of fireworks, trash & pets.
Officials urge the public to follow posted guidelines and avoid areas where wildlife is nesting.
A Code Enforcement Magistrate Hearing will be held on Wednesday, July 09 from 3:00 pm to 11:59 pm at the Community Center on 509 Ocean Avenue.
This hearing is part of a recurring series set for the coming months.
Tuscany Grill in Viera became the first restaurant in Brevard to offer dementia-friendly dining by training its staff and setting aside a quiet dining area to help guests with memory loss.
Local health agencies and the Florida Department of Elder Affairs’ initiative support the program to help families dine out comfortably.
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.
Clarinet Concerto Premiere
7-9 p.m. — The Scott Center at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy — Ticket info unavailable — Experience the debut of a new clarinet concerto featuring talented soloist Jennifer Royals.
Jazz Brunch Extravaganza
2-4 p.m. — American Homesteading Foundation — Refunds up to 7 days before event — Enjoy smooth jazz and delicious brunch bites at this engaging summer event.
Brian Kelley Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts — Last-minute tickets available — Experience the rhythm and excitement of Brian Kelley live in concert.
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