Good morning, Melbourne.

The Community Chapel of Melbourne Beach celebrated Pastor John Secret and his wife Pat's 25 years of leadership at an August potluck luncheon, marking a ministry milestone in a church over 125 years old.

Built in 1892 on land donated by founding families (Mr. and Mrs. Whiting), the chapel continues to offer weekly services and community events at 500 Ocean Ave.

Retired firefighter and U.S. Air Force veteran Donnie Rife suffered a broken neck — a hangman’s break of his C2 vertebra — while mountain biking at Grapefruit Trails in Palm Bay on July 20 and underwent a 12-hour surgery; he now faces recovery with left-arm weakness and limited hand dexterity while his family has launched a GoFundMe campaign to help cover ongoing rehab and living expenses.

Police are investigating a shooting at a house on Poplar Lane in Melbourne where a 2-year-old girl was killed and two adult relatives injured Friday night — detectives are asking for community tips to aid the investigation.

A longtime Platinum Roofing employee, Christine Beasley, 49, from Titusville was arrested on felony theft and fraud charges after she embezzled over $177,000 from the Rockledge-based company over two years—she altered payroll records, wrote extra checks, and misused a company credit card.

American Red Cross offers a 35-minute online pet first aid training course — it shows pet owners how to check vital signs and respond to emergencies like breathing issues, bleeding, and seizures.

The course costs $25 and awards a two-year certification for pet owners, shelter workers, and dog walkers wanting to be ready when needed.

The Brevard Zoo will host a six-part conservation talk series for older audiences at One Senior Place in Viera starting Monday, Sept.8—RSVP is required for a free seat.

The monthly series will cover lessons on animal care and shoreline restoration and will run until February 2.

Brevard County Fire Rescue held a graduation ceremony on August 29—honoring its newest class of firefighters and paramedics as they joined efforts to serve the growing Space Coast community.

Melbourne High School Football Game

7-11 p.m. — Melbourne High School — Admission varies — Catch the Melbourne varsity football team in action against Halifax Academy.

STPS Turtle Krawl 5K

7:30 AM – 12:00 PM — James H. Nance Park — Registration fee required — Support sea turtle conservation and enjoy a morning run in the beautiful Brevard County.

Community Health Talk

1:30-3:30 p.m. — Sandpiper Room — Free entry — Explore community health topics through interactive discussions and activities led by health professionals.

Do It For P Community Health Fair

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Carver Community Center — Free entry — Celebrate community wellness with free health resources and education aimed at promoting overall well-being.

Let’s Gravel!

7-11 a.m. — Three Forks Conservation Area — Free entry — Enjoy a challenging 50-mile ride with hydration and nutrition provided by Trek of Melbourne Florida.

Oktoberfest & Puptoberfest

11 a.m.–10 p.m. — Intracoastal Brewing Company — Free entry — Celebrate with your pups at a day full of festive fun, live music, and tasty local brews.