Good morning, Palm Bay.

SpaceX will launch its Falcon Heavy rocket today at 11:53 p.m. ET from launch pad 39A (Kennedy Space Center) to send a secretive payload to orbit; viewers can submit photos and videos for possible publication.

A range of entertainment events is planned in Brevard this week.

In Palm Bay, the Journey Across America concert takes place at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church on Oct.2 at 7 p.m.; other events include fall expos, car shows and zoo Halloween festivities (verify details with organizers).

Florida comedian OMGitswicks — known for explaining Florida culture — is touring Brevard with sold-out shows, starting with a fundraiser at Brevard Zoo on Friday, Oct.

2. His tour continues with performances at Florida Tech and in Cocoa Beach later this week.

Port Canaveral signed a new 25-year lease for an extra 10 acres next to its North Cargo Berth 6; the agreement includes GT USA’s plan to upgrade the site with 15+ hurricane-resistant warehouses to enhance cargo operations for the growing region.

The Economic Development Commission of Florida’s Space Coast announced its officers for fiscal year 2026/2027.

Chair Todd Pokrywa plus Chair-Elect Brian Baluta will help drive investment and growth on the Space Coast by supporting local business and industry.

Although the season has been quiet so far, experts warn that Florida’s warm coastal waters keep hurricane threats alive this month.

Rapidly forming storms from the Gulf and western Caribbean have historically impacted local communities, and residents in Palm Bay should stay alert for potential severe weather.

NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 lift-off is set to happen today from Cape Canaveral (the launch window opens two hours later) as viewers can check Florida Today's Space Team for live updates.

At Health First’s Viera Hospital, nurse case manager Stephanie Huezo guides patients safely from hospital care to home by connecting them with community resources (including transportation and rehabilitation support).

This service helps local residents reduce readmission and ease recovery challenges.