Good morning, Boca Raton.

The Cultural Council for Palm Beach County is promoting events to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, which starts today and runs until Oct.

15. The programs highlight art, music, food and traditions that honor Hispanic roots and contributions.

Gas prices in Palm Beach County spiked above $4 per gallon on Sept.

9, and drivers in Boca Raton are urged to use pricing apps + adopt fuel-saving practices like smooth acceleration and planned trips. AAA recommends checking prices and keeping tires properly inflated to improve fuel efficiency.

The National Hurricane Center said a tropical system in the central Atlantic shows early signs of development and is forecast to move west-northwest into more favorable conditions later this week — though the formation chance remains low.

Residents should monitor local weather updates closely.

Florida Sen. Ashley Moody urged for the new U.S. Space Academy to be based in Florida to build on local industry success, while at Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton Space Florida approved up to $277 million in fiscal agreements to support upcoming space projects.

State inspectors temporarily closed five restaurants in Palm Beach and Broward counties last week after they found pest issues and a sewage backup; Chops Lobster Bar (101 Plaza Real S.) in Boca Raton reopened the next day.

The Buccaneer Waterfront Bar & Grill will host an exclusive reunion dinner with five Hell’s Kitchen winners on Friday, Oct.

16. Guests can enjoy a five-course meal with selective wine pairings for $165 per person.

Golf legend Bob Toski will turn 100 and host two birthday parties in Boca Raton, including a barbershop quartet performance on Friday.

He remains active on Saturdays with his golf practice and is fondly remembered for playing with top champions.