The U.S. Naval Academy’s rowing team is spending the week in Brevard County as part of its winter training camp.

Merritt Island Fest is set for an evening of live music, food, vendors, and outdoor enjoyment on Saturday, June 6, 2026.

The sun rises over the Atlantic Ocean at the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge on the Space Coast of Florida. With a landscape of sun-soaked coastal dunes, saltwater marshes and mesic forests—as ...

Merritt Island could once again face a decision: Incorporate and become one of the county's largest cities or maintain their status as one of Brevard County’s most populous unincorporated communities.

MERRITT ISLAND, Florida (WESH) — A boat crash sent three people to the hospital after Saturday’s Merritt Island Christmas Boat Parade. A witness, Terry Thorn, said he felt something was going to go ...

Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge is still recovering from last week's hurricane, with several roads remaining closed and crews working urgently to restore access."The water was already up to the road ...

MERRITT ISLAND — Florida Fish and Wildlife investigators continue to review a two-boat crash Saturday night that left three people injured during the annual Merritt Island Christmas Boat Parade ...

When Martha Stewart has travel problems, what does she do? She spends "an extra day in Florida," specifically, Merritt Island. So says an Instagram post to her roughly 2 million followers: "More ...

Papa Vito’s Pizza is expanding. Here’s what to expect from the new Merritt Island restaurant and its signature dishes.

If you’re looking for a cool treat in Merritt Island, your wait is nearly over. Abbott’s Frozen Custard is opening at 2445 N. Courtenay Parkway, Suite B in January 2026, according to franchise owner ...