Good morning, Melbourne.

A SpaceX Falcon 9 launch on Oct.

13 produced a striking jellyfish effect over Pineda Park Beach near Patrick Space Force Base — local residents captured the view that spread widely on social media.

Barbara Marshall and Sydney Covert won Kisco Senior Living’s national spelling bee at The Fountains by advancing through 10 rounds without error, clinching Melbourne’s first championship title with their winning word, cheongsam.

They prepared for weeks using a spelling app and coaching before the competition.

Three young manatees returned to Brevard Zoo after specialized care at Columbus Zoo; they gained significant weight and will continue rehabilitation for a planned release into native Florida waters this winter, part of a coordinated transfer effort with other local zoos.

Health officials in Brevard County are increasing mosquito monitoring and overnight spraying after a local dengue case was confirmed; they urge residents to use repellents + wear protective clothing.

Fresh From Florida gives a detailed guide for preparing Florida shrimp tacos with cabbage intended for local cooks; the recipe includes Florida shrimp, cabbage, tomatoes, cilantro, lime juice plus a tangy yogurt sauce and clear steps to warm tortillas and sauté shrimp.

The Eastern Florida State College women’s volleyball team celebrated Sophomore Day with a historic five-set win over No. 7 Florida Southwestern, marking their first rivalry victory.

The Titans will host the first-round FCSAA Division I Championship match on Friday at 6 p.m.

Doug Flutie, a local sports icon who grew up in Melbourne Beach, was honored at the Space Coast Sports Hall of Fame for his record-setting college and professional career & community work supporting autism.

He led his Hoover Middle School team to county championships in the mid-70s and earned accolades.