Good morning, St. Petersburg.

Local events in honor of 9/11 this weekend allow the community to remember and recharge.

Activities include the Tampa Bay Rowdies 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at Al Lang Stadium in St. Pete, and comedy, live music, and cultural festivals in nearby venues — a tribute to remembrance and community recharge.

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Local health officials are investigating whether dengue caused the death of an 80-year-old South Tampa resident last Friday, amid 111 statewide cases and 95 in Tampa since July.

Mosquito control measures continue and residents are urged to use insect repellent.

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On Wednesday, the Florida Chapter of the American College of Physicians requested a hearing from the Department of Health to review a proposal that would ease vaccine requirements for school children, citing scientific studies and public health concerns & urging careful review.

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After dropping a 3-1 game to the Braves at Truist Park on Thursday, the Rays now wait to clinch a playoff spot if they win tonight at Tropicana Field and other key games fall in their favor (their postseason hopes may revive).

Fans can also pick up a free hockey jersey at a giveaway event tomorrow.

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