Good morning, Daytona Beach.

A sign along U.S. 1 explains Freemanville—one of the first all-Black settlements founded after the Civil War by Dr. John Milton Hawks and 500 freed families, with the community commemorating its legacy since 2015 with Freemanville Day on the second Tuesday in February.

Four Embry-Riddle grads set a record by earning NSF Graduate Research Fellowships (each awarding $37,000 per year plus $16,000 for tuition) to support their graduate studies in STEM.

Their achievement highlights a milestone in local academic success.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Little Mania Mini Wrestling

7:30-10 p.m. — New Smyrna Speedway — Tickets available — Experience the thrilling and hilarious antics of pint-sized wrestlers battling for glory!

Helen Keaney Live Performance

8:30-10 p.m. — Cristy B Comedy — $20 — Experience the hilarious energy of comedian Helen Keaney as she takes the stage for a night of laughter.

Public Lands Alliance Trade Show

9 AM – 5 PM — Ocean Center — Check event details for costs — Engage with nonprofits and land agencies at this collaborative convention on public lands.

Wednesday Comedy Open Mic Showcase

7:00-9:30 p.m. — Cristy B Comedy — $10 tickets — Experience a night filled with laughter at Daytona's new comedy hotspot with an open mic feature.