Good morning, Palm Bay.

The ULA Atlas V rocket launched Amazon’s Kuiper 3 mission on Sept.

25 at 8:09 a.m. EDT from Space Launch Complex-41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station+ sending operational satellites into low Earth orbit. This launch is part of a series of five remaining missions aimed at building a global broadband constellation+ a key component of the largest commercial launch deal.

Aldi will brand its private label items as ALDI Original as it expands in Florida by converting former Winn-Dixie stores into new sites, with a Milton store scheduled to open Oct.

2 and Jacksonville and New Port Richey sites set to open on Oct. 9. The discount chain plans over 20 new stores in 2025—offering Palm Bay shoppers more chances to enjoy its low prices and simple shopping experience.

Officials in Brevard County are reevaluating mangrove restrictions as new research shows rising water temperatures and sea levels are expanding these habitats that protect the Indian River Lagoon.

Local leaders may update the Mangrove Trimming and Preservation Act—first enacted in 1996—to balance shoreline protection with efforts to reduce stormwater pollution.

Invest 94L southeast of Florida in the Caribbean is expected to turn into a tropical depression later today—if it strengthens, it will be named Tropical Storm Imelda and may bring heavy rain, strong winds and storm surge along parts of the southeast U.S. coast early next week.

Residents in Palm Bay should monitor local weather updates as conditions evolve.

Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey said 150 people from Palm Bay to Titusville were deported from the county this week as part of a state—and federal government—and wide push for immigration enforcement.

Rockledge Raiders host Deltona Wolves tonight at 7 p.m. on Space Coast Daily TV — Rockledge is expected to lean on its strong running game while Deltona aims to bounce back from recent losses.

27th Annual Puerto Rican Day and Multicultural Festival

9 AM – 7 PM — Eastern Florida State College - Palm Bay Campus — Free entry — Experience the longest-running Puerto Rican Day Parade in Florida with vibrant culture, music, and food.

Indian River Bird & Nature Art Show

10 AM – 4 PM — Indian River Lagoon Program — Art sales support local conservation — Celebrate nature in art during National Wildlife Refuge Week.

Palm Bay Fair 2025

5 PM – 10 PM — Space Coast Harley-Davidson — $7 admission, free for some — Enjoy thrilling rides, games, and delicious fair foods at this community celebration.