Good morning, Palm Bay.

Blue Origin is stepping up construction for new facilities to support weekly rocket launches from Cape Canaveral — a key Florida site.

Rival space companies are also boosting infrastructure to increase launch rates.

Eastern Florida State College's Social and Human Services program, led by Dr. Barbara Kennedy, offers hands-on experience and certificates in Community Health Work and Domestic Violence.

The two-year degree provides clear pathways for careers in social work and therapy through internships with local partners + community agencies.

Three female manatees arrived this morning at the East Coast Zoological Foundation Rehabilitation Center at Brevard Zoo for final rehab before release into Florida waters.

They came from Columbus Zoo and Aquarium—Erie was found at DeSoto Canal, Redrock in the Indian River Lagoon in Titusville, and Rosalyn in the Banana River in Cocoa Beach.

Florida’s hurricane risk has faded amid a weakening El Niño while an area of low pressure off the Carolinas may spark a tropical system between Oct.

20 and Oct. 23. Forecasters note that past October hurricanes remind residents that the season is not over yet.

The Viera Hawks defeated Heritage 3-1 to claim the Class 5A District 7 volleyball title.

The game showcased strong plays and teamwork that energized local fans.

Eastern Florida State College men's tennis players advanced in Rome, Georgia after Galo Gutierrez Matuk beat Edward Westfall 6-3, 6-4 and Eric Nilsson defeated Land Magruder 6-2, 6-0 + Matuk will play Juan Pereyra and Nilsson will face the No. 4 seed at 11 a.m. today.