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Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026

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Good morning, Daytona Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Southeast Volusia Humane Society will host its 9th annual Puppy Bowl on Feb. 8 from noon to 2 p.m. at Lost Lagoon Wings and Grill in New Smyrna Beach—visitors can adopt puppies at the event.  WESH

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Three Embry-Riddle teams won top prizes at a national FAA-sponsored airport design competition yesterday, with first-place teams earning $3,000 for projects that include an innovative sensor system for aerial detection and drone-based stormwater monitoring, while a mobility aid vehicle received a $2,000 second-place award.  Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Federated Auto Parts DIRTcar Nationals

    4-10:59 p.m. — Volusia Speedway Park — Tickets vary — Kick off the racing season with three thrilling weeks of high-octane action at the 'World's Fastest Half-Mile.'

    Wed, 2/4/26

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  • Alice In Wonderland Jr.

    7:30-8:45 p.m. — Athens Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience the whimsical adventures in Wonderland with a talented cast in this engaging junior performance.

    Thu, 2/5/26

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  • Patrick Sisk Live Comedy Show

    6-7:30 p.m. — Cristy B Comedy — Tickets available — Experience the uproarious humor of rising comedy star Patrick Sisk.

    Fri, 2/6/26

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  • Cirque Italia: Water Circus

    7:30-10:30 p.m. — Daytona Beach Kennel Club and Poker Room by Gee — Ticketed event — Enjoy a spectacular water-themed circus performance that captivates audiences of all ages.

    Sat, 2/7/26

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  • Jasmine Cain Acoustic Performance

    1-5 p.m. — Iron Horse Saloon — Free entry — Kick back with live acoustic tunes from Jasmine Cain at the saloon.

    Sun, 2/8/26

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  • DirtCar Summer Nationals

    6:59-9:59 p.m. — Volusia Speedway Park — Ticket prices available — Kick off the racing season at the World's Fastest Half-Mile with thrilling dirt track action.

    Wed, 2/11/26

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  • Federated Auto Parts DIRTcar Nationals

    6 PM – 11 PM — Volusia Speedway Park — Ticket prices vary — Kick off the racing season with thrilling dirt track races featuring top competitors.

    Thu, 2/12/26

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  • DirtCar Summer Nationals

    6:59-9:59 p.m. — Volusia Speedway Park — $20,000 to win — Kick off the racing season with thrilling dirt track action at the World's Fastest Half-Mile.

    Fri, 2/13/26

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  • ARCA Menards Series Season Opening Race

    10:59 a.m. – 1:59 p.m. — Daytona International Speedway — Check website for ticket prices — Experience the excitement of rising stock car racing stars during the thrilling season opener.

    Sat, 2/14/26

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  • Thursday Night Comedy with Absar Siddiqui

    7-8:30 p.m. — Cristy B Comedy — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening of laughter with Absar Siddiqui's unique observational humor and sharp wit.

    Thu, 2/19/26

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