Good morning, Palm Bay.

Hurricane Preparedness Week runs from today until May 10 to help residents get ready for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season starting June 1 — each day focuses on a different topic to guide homeowners in checking flood risks, evacuation zones, and understanding forecasts.

Helping Seniors of Brevard + AARP Florida are hosting a free scam prevention event on May 16 at The Brennity at Melbourne, where seniors can learn to spot fraud and get a free document shredding service from 8 to 10 a.m. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and interested seniors should call 321-473-7770 to reserve a seat + space is limited.

SpaceX launched its Falcon 9 today from Kennedy Space Center carrying 29 next-generation Starlink satellites in a predawn mission.

It was the 38th orbital launch of 2025 and the Falcon 9 booster (its 20th mission) landed on a drone ship.

Hassan Abdirahman Sheikh Ali, 36—who fled a hit-and-run crash on Friday morning that killed two surveyors and shut down the southbound lanes of Interstate 95 in Palm Bay—was arrested and is set to appear in court this morning.

Brevard County Sheriff’s Office named 34-year-old Christina Rene'a Cobb as Fugitive of the Week for charges of aggravated felony animal cruelty—confinement of animals without sufficient food, water or exercise—and animal abandonment, with her bond set at $4,500 while she is reported to frequent the Cocoa area.

On Mother's Day, May 11, restaurants in Brevard County will offer buffet options at Djon's Village Market, Frigate's Waterfront Bar and Grill, Indian River Preserve Golf Club and The Landing Rooftop while free admission to Brevard Zoo, a market with live music at Rockledge Gardens and scenic cruises & airboat rides give families more choices to celebrate moms.

The Viera Hawks baseball team won a 5—2 game against Martin County Saturday to advance to the FHSAA Regional Final.

The Hawks will face No. 1 seed Bloomingdale in a best-of-three series starting Wednesday at 7 p.m., with Game 3 to be held in Viera if needed.

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.

Turkey Creeks 5K Trail Run

8-10 AM — Turkey Creek Sanctuary — Registration required — Experience the thrill of a community trail run while supporting local initiatives.

On-Site Tour of A&C God Bless Assisted Living Facility

9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — A&C God Bless Assisted Living Facility — Free entry — Explore a premier senior living community focused on enriching the lives of its residents.

Virtual Tour of Senior Living Options

9 AM - 7 PM — Gillespie Services Inc — Free entry — Explore top-rated senior living communities offering exceptional care and engaging activities.