Good morning, Palm Bay.

Advent Lutheran Church at 7550 N.

Wickham Road in Melbourne holds a weekly food distribution every Thursday from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. except on Thanksgiving—last week volunteers handed out about 170 bags with Thanksgiving-specific items.

Mayor Rob Medina previewed the 17th Annual Family Christmas Extravaganza set for Dec.

20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Fred Poppe Regional Park. Families can join a talent contest offering first prize of $1,500, second prize of $1,000, and third prize of $500 — audition videos are due by Dec. 10.

Florida shoppers are already searching for Black Friday deals as local stores plan early sales—many Palm Bay residents look to snag special discounts before the holiday rush.

Brevard homeowner Richard Durivage was cited after he used a pump to redirect floodwater from his property, which has remained flooded since Oct.

27's heavy flash flood—he said the county should address the long-term water issue instead of targeting individual efforts. Residents on Camp Road still struggle to access their homes while officials review concerns raised by FDOT and the railway.

Central Florida airports are expecting heavy travel this Thanksgiving season; Orlando International will see nearly 1.9 million travelers between Nov.

21 and Dec. 2, with Nov. 30th projected as the busiest day — recent parking expansions and updated cell phone lots should help ease delays.

Florida Snow Day 2025

10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — West Melbourne Community Park — $5 adults, $7 children — Enjoy family-friendly activities like snowball fights and performances while supporting local education.