Good morning, Palm Bay.

Today, Space Coast Daily features the story of Christopher Amoroso, a Port Authority officer who died on 9/11 while leading people to safety in New York City's North Tower, with his heartfelt letter to his young daughter emphasizing his lasting love.

Residents say wild animals, including coyotes, snakes, and rats, have invaded yards along Atlantic Avenue in Indialantic due to an abandoned, condemned home with untrimmed overgrown grass — neighbors urge county officials to step in and address the persistent health hazard.

This weekend in Brevard, visitors can enjoy family-friendly events including Brevard Zoo's Beware the Night experience, musicals such as Grease and Nine in Melbourne, and concerts at Sam's Island Music.

Also, Fall Sip & Shop and a free boat trip to Samsons Island add to the diverse weekend lineup.

Local philanthropists Guy and Delores Spearman donated $52,500 to fund the Spearman Family Cocoa High Endowed Scholarship, the EFSC Tigers to Titans Welding program, and the Cocoa Champions mentorship program today — an investment aimed at helping students bridge high school to college and build career skills.