Good morning, Melbourne.

Wickham Park First Friday returns on Friday, July 10 from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Wickham Park (2500 Parkway Drive) where residents will enjoy live music by the David Julia Band, food trucks, and family-friendly activities.

The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds are set to perform at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center on Nov.

7-8 (as noted on social media), and detailed show schedules will be added to the official website soon.

Touch of Grey Rescue opened The Landing, a two-acre facility for senior and special-needs dogs to receive foster care, assessments and therapy (a new approach to rescue).

Donated by Karen Lafon, the center at 2187 Turtle Mound Road also hosts fundraisers and educational programs.

Florida's Space Coast set a record with 109 orbital launches in 2025 and has already seen 45 launches this year.

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket will launch 29 Starlink satellites on Thursday, July 9 (at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station) with live coverage starting 90 minutes before liftoff.

The final crew from Space Shuttle Atlantis will meet for a 15th anniversary reunion on July 11 at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.

The event includes a fireside chat at 2 p.m. with the crew & an evening drone show over the Rocket Garden.

At Melbourne Square Mall, Cpl.

Lance Behringer of the Brevard County Sheriff's Office unveiled a large patriotic mural celebrating America’s 250th birthday at a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Local leaders and community members gathered to honor the artwork that pays tribute to every branch of the military.

Brevard County emergency management reminds families to update supplies and review evacuation plans as hurricane season’s peak nears from August to October.

Residents in vulnerable areas are advised to secure outdoor items and check alert systems (including local forecast updates) to stay safe.

Frozen GreenWise Organic IQF Blueberries sold at local Publix stores were recalled after 12 consumers reported E. coli symptoms.

Customers who bought 10‑ounce packages (lot code 60401) on or before July 3 should discard or return the product for a full refund.

Florida health experts stress that proper sun protection goes beyond sunscreen alone and urge residents to combine sunscreen (of at least SPF 30) with hats, shade, and sunglasses.

They debunk myths such as relying solely on high SPF or tanned skin as signs of adequate protection in the summer heat.

Local housing data shows a split market where mainland areas hold steady while beachside communities such as Cocoa Beach offer buyers more options, Bobby Freeman reported.

The luxury market remains strong as aerospace growth boosts long-term demand.

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.

MMB Concert Band: An Evening of POPS

Evening Concert — 6-8 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — Free entry — Enjoy a relaxed evening of pops featuring music from Billy Joel and the movie “Rocky.”