Good morning, Melbourne.

The Brevard County Sheriff’s Office is hosting its annual Haunted Jail Trail on Friday, Oct.

23 and Saturday, Oct. 24 at 860 Camp Road in Cocoa from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.—tickets cost $20 per person.

Brevard County's maritime leader Jack Crockett received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the International Propeller Club’s convention on Oct.

21 in San Diego. His over 30 years of service has shaped leadership at Port Canaveral and strengthened the local maritime community.

Jared Orton, president of the Savannah Bananas, will headline the Fall 2026 Simpkins Speaker Series at Eastern Florida State College on Monday, Nov.

9 at 10:45 a.m. on the Melbourne Campus at Bldg. 16 (Student Union, 2nd floor conference center).

Brevard Public Schools earned statewide praise in U.S. News rankings—with several schools among Florida's top-rated.

Freedom 7 Elementary in Cocoa Beach ranked eighth overall and Edgewood Jr/Sr High in Merritt Island ranked among the best, reflecting a strong commitment to academic excellence.

Researchers at Blue World Research Institute are examining the 13 dead sharks found along the coast, including a hammerhead discovered off Shell Street near Indian Harbour Beach.

Experts warn that catch-and-release fishing stresses sharks — urging anglers to cut the line to help preserve the species.

A water main break on Driftwood Drive affected Hickory Hills residents with low water pressure, and repair crews are working on the pipe—further updates will follow.

Simply Healthcare and the Preeclampsia Foundation have partnered in Brevard County to bring preeclampsia education to mothers, including community baby showers hosted by Discover Life.

The program will fund outreach resources and patient focus groups to help women recognize critical symptoms and seek timely care.

Health First Medical Group hosts a free Lunch & Learn event on hip and knee osteoarthritis Tuesday, Oct.

27 from noon to 1 p.m. at its sixth floor auditorium at Crane Creek; orthopedic surgeon Carlos Williams and physical therapist Paulette Swanson will lead a live exercise demonstration.

Brevard HEAT defeated Orlando Christian Prep 3-1 to move into the regional semifinal of the state Class 1A volleyball tournament.

Sophomore Fatim Bangus and freshman Esme Johnson from Eastern Florida State have been named to the FCSAA All-Team, with Bangus recording two assists and Johnson scoring eight goals; the Titans will open the Division I Championships today at 5 p.m. at Orlando Health Stadium in Melbourne.