Good morning, Melbourne.

A 6-year-old student died at Riviera Elementary School when a video board fell on them on Wednesday at about 11:36 a.m.—emergency responders attempted resuscitation at Holmes Regional Medical Center, and counseling is now available for those affected.

SpaceX is partnering with Florida Gas Transmission to build a 32.4-mile natural gas pipeline in Brevard (designed to fuel Starship launches and reduce reliance on hundreds of truckloads of fuel); local officials support the project, which is expected to be in service by August.

Space Coast State Fair in Viera will run from Oct.

29 through Nov. 15 and offers a Haunted House after dark and daily foam parties to boost the energy. Families can also enjoy rides, games, live stage shows and fair food at Space Coast Daily Park.

Shoppers in Brevard County can lower grocery costs by comparing deals from Publix, Winn-Dixie, ALDI & Walmart.

The offers, which include buy-one-get-one-free promotions and low-priced meats, run Oct. 7–13.

The National Hurricane Center in Miami reported that Tropical Storm Isaias formed in the Gulf on Oct.

7 and is expected to reach Category 2, bringing heavy rain, high winds, and rough surf. Residents are advised to prepare as the Atlantic hurricane season lasts until Nov. 30.

Nearly 1.4 million Florida seniors will get a one-time $90 direct-deposit payment today to offset Medicare Part B premiums—money diverted from the Medicare Improvement Fund.

Recipients will receive the payment automatically if they meet eligibility requirements.

Rev. John Baggett will share his personal journey at Suntree United Methodist Church’s 9th annual Dare to Care Mental Health Fair on Saturday, Oct.

10, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. as attendees join over 20 local organizations for educational sessions and free childcare (7400 N. Wickham Road).

The high school volleyball season is nearing its end as teams prepare for the FHSAA playoffs; Merritt Island leads (yet to lose an in-county game since 2023) while Viera, Satellite, and others aim to win key matches in district tournaments.