Good morning, Melbourne.

Today the Fall Festival runs at Ryckman Park from 4-6 p.m. and offers hayrides, face painting, games, crafts, food trucks, and a petting zoo—free for all.

Crydermans Barbecue is ranked in the top 10 in the Space Coast by Tripadvisor and serves tasty brisket at its Historic Downtown Cocoa Village location, open Tuesday to Saturday until 6:30 p.m. Its Melbourne branch has been popular since 2019 and a new Eau Gallie location will open in 2025 — adding more choice for local barbecue fans.

Kendall Kittel—an educator from Holy Trinity—was named Brevard’s Teacher of the Week after a reader poll closed last week.

Readers may still nominate their favorite teachers for upcoming polls.

OCEARCH announced that Serena, an 11-foot, 700-pound female white shark, resurfaced off the coast of Brevard County after months without sending a signal—she was tagged off the coast of Jacksonville in May.

The Melbourne Police Department honored Communications Officer Brooke Shaffroth with a Certificate of Commendation for her calm and effective work during multiple critical incidents on September 3rd.

Her quick response helped keep communication smooth among first responders and supported public safety.

Kennedy Space Center lifted its Oct.

13 boil water notice—food and beverage locations now serve their regular menus and the Gantry at LC-39 is open with limited availability while water testing in the area has been completed.

Health First will host its Fall Career Fair on Wednesday, October 22 from 4 — 7 p.m. at the Health First Connections Center in Melbourne where job seekers can meet hiring leaders and join on-the-spot interviews for clinical, support and customer service roles.

Florida high school football teams played week 9 of the 2025 season with Venice hosting Clearwater Central Catholic in the key matchup—other games across the state, including a Brevard contest, showed intense competition.

Eastern Florida State College’s women’s soccer team will travel tonight to Daytona State College for a Region 8 Conference game at 7 p.m.—the final regular season match for both teams, with the 19th-ranked Titans looking to extend their winning streak.

The women’s volleyball team will host Santa Fe College today at Titan Field House at 2 p.m. for a Citrus Conference match that is important for their postseason hopes.

Space Coast won 47 to 14 over Master's Academy on Friday, Oct.

17, 2025 as Kole Gamble and Bradyn Cook made key plays during the senior night game.

On Oct. 17, Brevard County high school football teams recorded district wins in Week 9 with key victories including Merritt Island’s 31-28 win over Titusville and MCC’s win in Melbourne led by Noah Flores scoring three touchdowns.

Other matchups saw Cocoa, Rockledge, Eau Gallie, Viera, Holy Trinity, Satellite and more claim wins — teams now prepare for Week 10 contests.

Networking Happy Hour in Melbourne, Florida

5-7 p.m. — Nomads Canteen FL — Free entry — Sip and socialize while building valuable connections with fellow small business owners.

4th Friday Starry Nights

4-8 p.m. — Max K. Rodes Park — Free entry — Explore an artisan market under the stars with local crafts and food trucks while enjoying live DJ music.

Helping Seniors Car Raffle Grand Drawing

1-4 p.m. — American Muscle Car Museum — $25 for one ticket or $100 for five — Experience a family-friendly afternoon while trying to win a new car and enjoying classic automotive displays.

40th Annual Space Coast State Fair

5-10 p.m. — Space Coast Daily Park — Admission included but rides are extra — Experience the largest family fair in Brevard with shows and unlimited rides.

Puppy Pals Live

7:30 p.m. — Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts — $30 — Enjoy an action-packed show featuring rescued dogs performing incredible tricks and hilarious stunts.

Florida’s Hottest Reggae Night

7 p.m. – Midnight — Nomads Canteen FL — Check out three premier reggae acts, Cloud9 Vibes, Floridaze, and The Rip for an unforgettable showcase of island rhythms.

LightWork Therapy and Recovery Event

7:00 PM — 705 E New Haven Ave, Melbourne, FL — Sold Out — Experience a fun painting class with local artist G-Susan Ricci in a creative atmosphere.

Tim Hawkins Live Comedy Show

7-10 p.m. — Calvary Chapel Melbourne — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening filled with laughter from the hilarious Tim Hawkins.

Rocky Water Brew Fest 2025

1-5 p.m. — Eau Gallie Square Park — Free parking — Sample the finest craft beers from small breweries across Florida.