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Saturday, January 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Daytona Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cold weather shelters in Central Florida are opening this weekend due to plummeting temperatures. News 6
- ➤ Juliana, born to Iliana Rodriguez and Justin Acevedo, was the first baby of 2025 at Halifax Health in Daytona Beach, delivered at 1:49 a.m., weighing 5 pounds, 12 ounces. The Daytona Beach News-Journal
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An 18-year-old driver was fatally ejected from his vehicle following a speed-related, single-vehicle accident in Volusia County, Florida. WESH
- ➤ Blake Sprout is recuperating after a black bear cub bit him while he attempted to intervene in a fight between the bear and his dog in Volusia County. FOX 35 Orlando
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Three suspects were arrested in Port Orange for a series of retail thefts after a police chase ended with their vehicle being disabled by stop sticks. FOX 35 Orlando
- ➤ Steven Scott was arrested for allegedly defrauding an Ormond Beach couple out of over $37,000 in a solar panel scam. WNDB
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ FDOT has recommenced work on essential seawall constructions in Volusia and Flagler counties to bolster coastline defense against erosion and storm damage, with completion dates ranging from Fall 2025 to early 2026. News 6
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ MBM Motorsports intends to enter 65-year-old Mike Wallace in the Daytona 500, aiming for a spot in the race without a team charter. WESH
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Styx Live Concert
The iconic rock band Styx will perform live at the Peabody Auditorium, showcasing their extensive catalog and high-energy performances.
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Jeff Dunham Live Performance
Renowned ventriloquist Jeff Dunham will be performing live at the Ocean Center in Daytona Beach.
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Ali Siddiq Live Performance
Ali Siddiq will be performing at Peabody Auditorium in Daytona Beach.
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Live Music Performance by Hart at Latitude Margaritaville
Experience an afternoon of live music featuring Hart at the Latitude Margaritaville Sales Center in Daytona Beach.
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Czech National Philharmonic Orchestra Performing in Daytona Beach
The Czech National Philharmonic Orchestra, led by conductor Zsolt Hamar, will perform Smetana’s Overture to The Bartered Bride and Dvorak’s Violin Concerto and Symphony No. 7.
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2nd Annual 5 Star All-American Games
The 5 Star All-American Games will feature a series of competitive sports events for different age brackets, including certification checks and multiple championship rounds over the course of four days.
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10th Annual Shark Bite Half Marathon & 5k
The Shark Bite Half Marathon & 5k features two days of running events, including a half marathon and a 5k, held at Flagler Avenue Beachfront Park in New Smyrna Beach.
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Dixon's Violin Performance
Experience the unique musical performance by Dixon, the world's premier visionary violinist, at the Ponce Inlet Community Center.
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10th Anniversary Provision Packs Black & White Gala
The Provision Packs Black & White Gala is an annual event that raises awareness about childhood hunger in the community while honoring dedicated individuals and organizations combating this issue.
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2025 Rolex 24 at Daytona
The 2025 Rolex 24 at Daytona will take place at the iconic Daytona International Speedway, featuring competitive endurance racing over a four-day festival.
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