Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of April.
Good morning, Palm Bay.
The BCSO and Charity Inc. will host the 2026 Brevard Law Ride on Saturday, May 9, with check-in at 8 a.m., a 10 a.m. briefing, and a 10:30 a.m. ride from the new Veterans Memorial Center Park in Merritt Island (vendors and raffles are planned) to honor fallen heroes.
The Brevard Humane Society’s 14th Annual East Coast Dog Surfing Festival will be held at Lori Wilson Park in Cocoa Beach on Easter Sunday, April 5 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Families can enjoy dog competitions, surfing lessons and live music for a $5 donation (vaccination proof is required).
Family Dollar now accepts SNAP/EBT payments for grocery delivery through DoorDash.
Announced on March 31, the change expands access to essential food items (490 stores in Florida from nearly 7,000 eligible locations nationwide).
Publix will be closed on Easter, April 5, so Florida shoppers should plan ahead and check hours at other retailers such as Walmart and Whole Foods—verify local timings before shopping.
The MG Car Club is hosting the fourth All European Car Show at American Muscle Car Museum, Melbourne on Saturday, April 18 (entry is $30, including free admission and a T-shirt for the first 125 registrants), benefiting St. Jude Children’s Hospital with support from Boy Scouts and Heritage High School.
A feature today showcases five brunch spots in Brevard County that offer family-friendly dining and scenic views.
Venues include 4th Street Fillin Station in Cocoa Beach, The Roots in Melbourne, Brevardian Riverfront, and beachside options like Morning Glory Eatery + MiMosa’s Brunch, each known for unique menus with pancakes + mimosas.
FLORIDA TODAY released its softball rankings for high school teams in Brevard today, showing records through Mar.
31. Melbourne High School led with a record of 13 to 0 + the list includes Eau Gallie, Astronaut, Bayside and Melbourne Central Catholic.
Velocity 321 from Titusville clinched gold at the AAU Cape Coast Tournament on March 21 in Palm Bay, winning key matches + gearing up for the Citrus Grove Grand Slam Tournament this Saturday.
The Second Annual Wellness Connection
11 AM - 3 PM — Anthony J. Tony Rosa Community Center — Free entry — Enjoy a day of wellness activities, community networking, and fun with local vendors and food trucks.
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