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Friday, February 27th, 2026
Good morning, Daytona Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of February.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, a boy aged 5 was struck by an e-bike on the beach and Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood with the boy's mother Taylor Upchurch appeared on FOX 35 to discuss the accident and plans to change e-bike rules while officers work to identify the two teenage riders. FOX 35 Orlando
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, motorbike enthusiasts are expected to fill Daytona Beach for the 85th annual Bike Week, which runs through March 8 at Daytona International Speedway + city officials provided safety tips at a recent news conference. WESH
- ➤ A total lunar eclipse will appear on Tuesday, March 3 starting just before 5 a.m. and the moon will turn deep red shortly after 6 a.m. — a natural show visible without special equipment in Daytona Beach. WESH
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Volusia County government will host a beach cleanup at Winterhaven Park on Saturday, March 7 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. as part of the Keep Volusia County Beautiful initiative — inviting residents, visitors, and civic groups to support a cleaner coastal environment. WNDB
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, Volusia County Beach Safety used a rip current simulator at Daytona State College Aquatic Center to show media safe methods for escaping rip currents — lifeguards demonstrated proper floating and signaling techniques for water safety. The Daytona Beach News-Journal
- ➤ Tommy Bell, a patient transport supervisor at AdventHealth DeLand, experienced three heart attacks in four days after chest pain sent him back to the hospital — he underwent a stent procedure and later returned for emergency treatment when a blood clot formed. He has since been recovering at home. Hometown News
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85th Bike Week Celebration at Main Street Station
10 a.m. – 2 a.m. — Main Street Station — VIP Pass $75-125 — Celebrate the kickoff of Bike Week with live music and exclusive VIP experiences.
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Whey Jennings Concert
4-8 p.m. — Iron Horse Saloon — Check local listings for ticket prices — Enjoy live music from Whey Jennings, grandson of the legendary Waylon Jennings, at a popular Daytona venue.
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Hank Williams IV Live
8-11 p.m. — Full Moon Saloon — Tickets available — Experience the unique sound of 'The Black Sheep' of country music's legendary legacy.
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Daytona 200 Motorcycle Race
6:59-10:59 p.m. — Daytona International Speedway — Tickets available online — Experience the historic Daytona 200 with thrilling motorcycle races and a marketplace.
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Hole Lotta Fun Golf Tournament
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Crane Lakes Golf & Country Club — Cost varies — Enjoy a day of goofy golf and prizes while raising awareness for mental health.
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Wednesday Comedy Showcase with Open Mic
7-8 p.m. — Cristy B Comedy — $10 cover — Experience a night of laughter in Daytona's new comedy hotspot with an open mic following the showcase.
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TOBY - Tribute to Toby Keith
7-8:30 p.m. — Ormond Beach Performing Arts — Ticketed event — Experience a high-energy tribute to Toby Keith with Hollywood Yates delivering all the classic hits.
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Do The Almost St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl
4:30-9 p.m. — WingHouse Bar & Grill — Ticket required — Celebrate St. Patrick's Day early with games, contests, and festive cheer in Daytona Beach.
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Classic Seger Tribute Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Peabody Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the high-energy tribute to Bob Seger and relive the excitement of a vintage concert.
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Wednesday Comedy Showcase Followed by Open Mic
7-8 p.m. — Cristy B Comedy — $10 cover — Experience Daytona’s new comedy hotspot for a night filled with laughter and open mic fun.
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