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Things to Do
Jazzoo returns November 7 with seven music stages, food from 30 local vendors and an ambitious plan to keep almost everything from the night out of the landfill.
People
Drew Cavanaugh struggled during his first season at Eastern Florida State College, returned as an award-winning catcher and kept climbing until his Major League debut with San Francisco.
People
Merritt Island High runner Justin Gregoire is preparing for his first 26.2-mile race while raising $2,500 for injured service members, veterans and their families.
Things to Do
25 real, verified free things to do in Brevard County: free beaches, nature trails, launch viewing spots, museums, and riverfront parks.
Things to Do
A local's guide to the best Brevard County beaches, sorted by what you actually want: family-friendly, dog-friendly, or dead quiet.
People
Walter Boone spent thirty years at the space center. Ask him about the launches and he'll tell you they were never the best part.
Good News
A new Port Canaveral trade service, student ambassadors, aerospace growth, citizen science and a sea turtle release lead this week’s good-news roundup.
Local Biz
A new beachside restaurant, a waterfront gathering place in Viera and a mural supporting local shelter animals are worth putting on your Brevard radar.
People
Send Brightside Brevard one photo you took on the Space Coast and 100–200 words about why that moment or place matters to you.
Giving Back
A classroom project became a community fundraiser with handmade art, lemonade, and a lot of determined eight-year-olds.
Things to Do
Markets, live music, nature walks, and a few easy ways to get out of the house without spending anything.
Local Biz
The owners started with weekend pop-ups. Now their first storefront is selling out before noon.
Old Florida
The stools have changed and the menu has grown, but regulars still know exactly where they want to sit.
Good News
The new stretch adds shade, benches, and a safer connection for walkers and cyclists.
Good News
A third straight A for Brevard schools, lagoon-protection funding, new soccer space and cleaner city equipment make this week’s Bright Spots list.
People
Melbourne High ESOL teacher Michelle Hanus was selected from 93 school-level honorees as Brevard Public Schools’ 2025–26 Teacher of the Year.
People
Cocoa High graduate Bob Anderson became a two-time All-American at Army, served in the 101st Airborne and entered the College Football Hall of Fame.
People
Every Saturday, she turns a library table into a free classroom for students who need a little more time.
Giving Back
The appointments filled quickly, so neighboring stylists volunteered to open more chairs.
Local Biz
Their first menu fits on one chalkboard, and almost every item begins with a family story.
Good News
Researchers say the number is encouraging, while warning that habitat and water quality still need attention.
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