Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 2nd of August.
Good morning, Melbourne.
🏘️ Community
Sheriff Wayne Ivey and the Brevard County Animal Care Center are asking residents to temporarily foster kittens in need.
The center, located at 5100 West Eau Gallie Boulevard in Melbourne (open Monday to Saturday 1–6 p.m. and Sunday noon to 4 p.m.), welcomes volunteers.
US Navy chaplain Lt. Zack Parker from Merritt Island shared messages of hope and guidance as community members prepare for school and military transitions.
He urged locals to trust God's word (Proverbs 3:5–6) for a steady path forward.
🎭 Culture
The 42nd Annual Space Coast State Fair runs from Oct.
29 through Nov. 15 at Space Coast Daily Park in Viera — the 18-day event features rides, live shows, food and family attractions with $10 admission and free entry for children under 36 inches and seniors.
🎓 Education
Seventeen high school students from nine Brevard County schools were selected to join the Canaveral Port Authority’s Junior Ambassadors program for the 2026-27 school year.
They will work with port leaders to gain hands-on maritime experience and share their insights with their schools.
Eastern Florida State College named 67 Titans to the NJCAA Division I All-Academic Teams for the 2025-26 season, with a record 21 players earning 4.0 GPAs (the college’s fifth straight season with over 50 honorees) while President Dr. Jim Richey praised their academic success.
🏥 Health
Health First Health Plans (a Brevard County provider) earned the JD Power 2026 Customer Service Certification for excellent phone support.
Members in Central Florida rated the service highly for quick help with benefit and claim inquiries.
🏈 Sports
Hunters in Brevard County will enjoy archery season from Sept.
19 through Oct. 18; the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission advises them to inspect equipment & secure required permits before the season begins.
🎉 Melbourne Events
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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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