Good morning, Melbourne.

The Pink Team, a youth robotics group with students from Cocoa Beach, Rockledge and Space Coast high schools, built a 3D-printed wheelchair (costing about $200) for a local young person during a community event.

They will compete officially on Jan. 9, 2027 after months of preparation.

Eastern Florida State College approved a new AI policy on Oct.

12 to teach students safe AI use. The college will offer classes on effective AI tool usage for school and career goals (ensuring campus-wide AI literacy).

Eastern Florida State College recognized 12 employees with STARS Awards (honoring their excellence, teamwork, and commitment) during Monday's Board of Trustees meeting, celebrating roles from campus security to IT support across Melbourne, Palm Bay, and Cocoa.

NASA and SpaceX plan to launch CRS-35 from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station today at 6:33 a.m., carrying over 6,300 pounds of supplies and experiments to the space station; the Falcon 9 booster will return to Landing Zone 40, producing sonic booms (and a space jellyfish effect if conditions allow).

Health First cardiologist Dr. Shreya Mishra urges residents to include heart health in their storm plans by managing stress, keeping medication supplies, and using techniques (like box breathing and yoga) to ease anxiety as severe weather can trigger heart symptoms.

David and Goliath Therapy Solutions now offers personalized ABA therapy for children and young adults (ages 3 to 22) in Brevard County, providing in-home, school, telehealth and community care services focused on communication, daily routines and behavior management; families can call or email to learn more.

Local residents are advised to update their emergency kits with food, water, and first aid supplies based on guidelines (via Ready.gov) and (National Weather Service).

This preparation follows recent power outages and helps ensure safety as more severe weather is expected.

In week 9 of Brevard County high school football, the Merritt Island Mustangs remain first after beating Eau Gallie 36 to 35 in overtime by stopping a 2 point conversion attempt—ending Eau Gallie's 24 game win streak.

Melbourne had a high scoring district showdown and other teams now prepare for Friday games—boosting playoff hopes.

Sebastian River High School's girls' golf team defeated Rockledge 208-242 at Rockledge Country Club on Monday, Oct.

12.