Good morning, Melbourne.

Launch Credit Union and Suncoast Credit Union announced plans to merge in Merritt Island, set for late 2026 pending regulatory approval and a membership vote, with the combined credit union operating under the Suncoast name while avoiding job losses+branch closures.

The fourth annual Rock the Dock Overwater Music Festival will run from Friday, Sept.

18 through Sunday, Sept. 20 at Dolphins Waterfront Bar & Grill in Merritt Island. The free three-day event will feature live music along the historic Barge Canal & waterfront views.

Florida Tech opened its largest-ever student dorm, Crimson Crossing, in Melbourne on Wednesday, Aug.

12 at a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Students will move into the 556-bed, $96-million complex on campus on Friday, Aug. 14 as part of plans to boost housing.

During alligator hatchling season, the FWC urged residents to call 866-FWC-GATOR if they see a gator near their yard or pool as females become more protective + residents are advised to avoid close contact in recreational water areas.

Health First and Eastern Florida State College are hosting the fifth annual three-day EMS Skills Fair at the Melbourne campus today — over 400 first responders will practice advanced life and basic support skills, including obstetrical emergencies, under the supervision of Dr. Larissa Dudley to improve critical care in emergencies.

Corte Argentino USA LLC in Aventura is recalling roughly 29,628 lbs of raw beef imported from Argentina that was sold in Florida and Texas between May 15 and May 20; USDA reported the meat was not re-inspected and advises consumers to discard any products they may have.