Good morning, Daytona Beach.

Florida lawmakers are considering bills that would require schools in Central Florida to alert parents when students hit set truancy numbers — such as more than five unexcused absences in one month.

The proposals include teachers reporting early warning signs and banning out-of-school suspensions for attendance issues to support students.

Embry-Riddle student Jacob Pritchard will receive a Research Scholar transcript notation when he earns his degree this spring; he is the first Worldwide Campus student to earn the recognition after completing research projects in Homeland Security and Business Technical Management (the program is open to interested students).

USPS changed its rule on Dec.

24 so that mail now gets postmarked when it reaches a sorting facility instead of at drop off, causing delays for bills, tax returns, and overseas ballots in Daytona Beach. Residents are urged to send mail early to avoid issues.

Port Orange city leaders have restarted the search for a developer to revive the 10-acre Riverwalk project after the original firm missed the deadline.

The city will review new proposals once the project is advertised and may set a construction timeline when a developer is selected.

Country music star Miranda Lambert will perform at the Daytona 500 pre-race concert on Sunday, Feb.

15 at Daytona International Speedway — her infield set aims to energize fans before the NASCAR Cup Series kicks off the race.

Books & Brews

5-9 p.m. — Dunes Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy craft beer and storytelling with author Sara Dahmen as she presents her novel The Tinsmith 1865.

Drive-In Movie Night at Tiki Cove

6:30-8 p.m. — Tiki Cove at Venetian Bay — Family-friendly event — Enjoy a delightful drive-in movie experience under the stars.

IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship - Roar Before The Rolex 24

6:59-10:59 p.m. — Daytona International Speedway — Ticket prices vary — Experience the excitement of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship with meet and greet options available.

Dwight Icenhower - Elvis Tribute

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Peabody Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the King of Rock and Roll's legendary sound and style with renowned tribute artist Dwight Icenhower.

Disney's Alice In Wonderland, Jr.

7:30-8:30 p.m. — Athens Theatre — $ — Experience a whimsical adventure with colorful characters in a madcap world where nonsense reigns.

Commotion: A Tribute to Creedence Clearwater Revival

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Peabody Auditorium — Ticket Info Unavailable — Experience a faithful musical revival of CCR's iconic sound with talented tribute artists.

A Taste of Ireland

4-6 PM — Peabody Auditorium — Tickets required — Experience the Irish music and dance sensation that has captivated audiences worldwide.

Federated Auto Parts DIRTcar Nationals

4-11 p.m. — Volusia Speedway Park — $12K+ to win — Kick off the racing season with thrilling weeks of racing at the world's fastest half-mile track.

Michael Cheselka Live Comedy Show

6-7:30 p.m. — Cristy B Comedy — Two item minimum — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Michael Cheselka at a highly-rated comedy venue.

Federated Auto Parts DIRTcar Nationals

7 p.m. — Volusia Speedway Park — Ticket prices vary — Kick off the racing season with three weeks of thrilling dirt track racing at the 'World's Fastest Half-Mile.'