Good morning, Melbourne.

SpaceX plans to launch its classified NROL-95 mission from Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station at 3:09 a.m. Thursday with a backup on Friday at 2:55 a.m., and the nighttime booster landing may produce a sonic boom.

This weekend local events include a free 'An Evening of Pops' concert at Melbourne Auditorium on Aug.

5 and 6, a Parrot Head pub crawl in downtown on Aug. 1, and historical home tours and ranger-led walks in Brevard (check details with hosts). Additional theater and music shows round out community offerings.

Seventeen students from nine high schools in Brevard County were selected on Tuesday for Port Canaveral's Junior Ambassadors program+ pairing them with experts in cruise, cargo, military, environmental and hospitality sectors+ to share insights and boost local career awareness.

Most Florida students will return to class on Monday, Aug.

10 as 38 counties start that day and three begin later in the week to meet academic requirements, while a back-to-school tax holiday runs until Aug. 20 (offering tax-exempt school supplies).

Technicians at Kennedy Space Center completed fueling NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope with 290 gallons of hydrazine on July 25, moving it closer to launch on Sunday, Aug.

30 at 7:26 a.m. EDT. The observatory will use its fuel to reach L2 for a five-year mission + extension.

Health First Health Plans (in Brevard County) earned JD Power 2026 Customer Service Certification for outstanding phone support after members rated their efficiency in resolving claims and inquiries.

The award underlines the firm’s commitment to quality care across Central Florida.

A new list spotlights eight favorite bars across Brevard County, including Melbourne’s Landing Rooftop and Mainstreet Pub, Indialantic’s Lou’s Blues, Cocoa Beach’s Coconuts and Dirty Birds, and Cape Canaveral’s Preacher Bar.

USA TODAY named Dolly’s Wine Bar as its top pick, yet locals continue returning to these diverse hangouts.

Dolly’s Wine Bar in Eau Gallie Arts District offers locals a cozy place with an extensive wine list and curated food pairings for a relaxed night out.

The venue has quickly become a favorite among residents looking for a welcoming atmosphere.

Melbourne Central Catholic Hustlers, led by coach Ryan Schneider, are preparing for the 2026 football season — their preseason training signals strong ambitions for local competition.

Former Eastern Florida State catcher Drew Cavanaugh debuted as a starting catcher for the San Francisco Giants on June 26 at Oracle Park in San Francisco, hitting .262 in his first 19 games.

The Massachusetts native credited his time at EFSC for shaping his major league career.

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.