Good morning, Palm Bay.

At the Brevard Zoo, wedding guests of Tara and Tommy saw an unexpected visitor — a lion that peered through glass during their vows.

Other animals like kangaroos, goats and a large eel also joined the celebration.

A TUI Airways flight aborted takeoff due to a mechanical error on Friday, April 18 at Melbourne-Orlando International Airport and 350 passengers were bused to the terminal with no injuries reported — the FAA is investigating the incident.

April Surac, a junior at West Orange High School and Cocoa resident, won a national computing award for her AI literacy program Bookoli—she began it as a science fair project last September and has now tested it in 10 schools.

The award provided a $500 grant and a Mac computer—helping her plan further expansion to improve students' reading skills.

Health First’s Cape Canaveral Hospital earned its fifth straight spot on Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals — U.S. list, and Viera Hospital was named among America’s Best-In-State Hospitals for 2025.

The awards highlight the hospitals’ strong commitment to quality care for Brevard residents.

Dueling Pianos Show

8-11 p.m. — Copper Chimney Grill and Bar — Entry fee unknown — Experience the best dueling piano show in Brevard County with Randy & Jay.

Friendly's Thursday Night Car Show

5-8 p.m. — Friendly's — Free entry — Show off classic rides and mingle with fellow car enthusiasts at this local car show.

Latin Dancing and Lessons at Flames

6-9 p.m. — Flames Mediterranean Bar & Grill — Cost details not provided — Experience an energetic evening of Latin music and dance lessons with Oscar Alvarado and Julian Reyes.

Candlelight: Tribute to The Beatles

8:45-9:45 p.m. — Gleason Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience The Beatles' timeless music performed by the Listeso String Quartet under candlelight.