Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 26th of July.
Good morning, Melbourne.
💼 Business
Brevard County-based defense contractor All Points was selected to showcase its innovative capabilities at the Pentagon Small Business Showcase (partnering with NanTrak).
The event connects the firm with top DoD officials and highlights the Space Coast’s role in driving defense industry growth.
🎭 Culture
Brevard Zoo will open Beware the Night on Sept.
10, offering an evening of spookier family-friendly fun through Oct. 31. Guests enjoy glowing jack-o’-lantern paths, themed treats, and bonus attractions like River’s Revenge (recommended for ages 13 and up, with tickets on sale now).
🏛️ Government
On Friday, July 24, Sheriff Wayne Ivey broke ground on a new $10 million, 30,000 sqft animal shelter at 5100 W.
Eau Gallie Blvd. to replace an outdated facility; construction will start in January with a grand opening next summer (doubling kennel capacity and boosting climate control).
Residents have sent letters opposing Manav Mandir Temple's request to rezone 17.2 acres at Waelti Lake for building 82 townhomes.
The proposal is scheduled for an Aug. 17 Planning and Zoning recommendation and will be reviewed by the county commission on Sept. 3 (project #26Z00023).
🏈 Sports
Brevard County high school football welcomes three new head coaches joining 16 varsity and two 8-man team leaders for 2026.
The update details coaching changes that may influence local team strategies.
🎉 Melbourne Events
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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.”
WWE NXT Live
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — Tickets from $47 — Experience high-octane wrestling excitement with WWE NXT Live.
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