Good morning, Melbourne.

Brevard residents sent heartfelt support to hometown comedian Scott (Carrot Top) Thompson, who remains hospitalized in Las Vegas after a reported suicide attempt.

He is breathing on his own and improving as the community shares memories and prayers for his recovery.

Florida Today is accepting volunteer award nominations through Oct.

11. The awards cover Volunteer of the Year, Organization of the Year, Business of the Year plus the Michael J. Coleman Citizen of the Year Legacy Award.

Eau Gallie High School has unveiled a donation station for the Commodore Closet + residents can drop off donations during school hours to support local families.

The new station offers a simple way to give back to the community.

NOAA Fisheries approved the FWC's revised exempted fishing permit to test management of the recreational Atlantic red snapper fishery, with a 14-day fall season set from Oct.

9 — Oct. 22 in state and federal waters that requires private anglers and for-hire captains to have proper licenses and follow catch limits.

Daylight saving time ends on Nov.

1 at 2 a.m. when clocks will fall back one hour, so residents will see earlier sunrises and sunsets. The permanent DST change awaits congressional approval (Florida approved it in 2018).

Retired NASA launch director Mike Leinbach, who lives in Scottsmoor (near Melbourne), explained his careful approach to shuttle launches by insisting on complete confidence before liftoff.

His career spanned 37 crewed missions and was shaped by the 2003 Columbia disaster, emphasizing safety over schedule.

The Brevard school board approved a $100 million short-term loan to secure daily operations until tax revenue arrives and discussed potential changes to public comment policies, including livestreaming speakers.

Board member Megan Wright objected while others defended the move as sound financial practice.

UF/IFAS warns local residents that palm trees are at risk of fatal diseases such as Ganoderma butt rot+ Fusarium decline and trunk rot; affected palms should be removed and residents must use proper pruning and equipment sterilization to prevent spread.

Ten taco spots on the Space Coast offer a range of flavors from classic street styles to fresh creative twists.

Options in Melbourne (and nearby areas) include Pepe’s Cantina and Taco Dive, with other favorites in Titusville, Cocoa and Palm Bay serving authentic Mexican dishes.

Brevard HEAT won 3-0 against Cocoa Beach in volleyball despite a brief disruption from a malfunctioning fire alarm late in the match.

The contest highlighted strong team play on a spirited court.