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Friday, March 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Daytona Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Gatto’s Family Delicatessen in Edgewater sold out of food two hours after its Feb. 25 soft opening, so the Gatto-Bellora brothers revised their hours to meet the big demand—now they will soon add a delivery service to help homebound customers enjoy their homemade Italian fare. Hometown News
- ➤ Daytona Beach will see increased traveler visits during Spring Break as events—jazz weekend from March 27th to 30th, art festival from April 5th to 6th, a college basketball invitational from March 22nd to 26th, and a cheer and dance championship from April 9th to 13th—promise to boost foot traffic for local businesses. Hometown News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood and the family of an 8-year-old boy killed in a DeLand dog attack spoke in Tallahassee on Wednesday in support of the Pam Rock Act, a bill that would create a statewide dangerous dog registry and require owners of unsecured dogs to obtain liability insurance. If approved, the legislation will take effect on July 1 and also revise penalties for dangerous dog owners. News 6
- ➤ At a Wednesday night meeting, city leaders voted to request plans to add 35,000 square feet to City Hall for about $20 million by building new floors over the parking lot — the plan may be dropped if a state bill forces the city to use its extra fee revenue for stormwater fixes. The Daytona Beach News-Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Florida Dental Association Foundation holds its 10th annual Florida Mission of Mercy event at Mainland High School, offering free dental care from 7 a.m. on Friday and continuing Saturday. Thousands of patients—including veterans who pre-registered—will receive cleanings, fillings, root canals, and extractions at no cost. News 6
SPORTS NEWS
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2025 College Basketball Invitational
The NCAA postseason 2025 College Basketball Invitational will feature a 16-team bracket in a single-elimination format at the Ocean Center in Daytona Beach.
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Beach Squad Community Beach Cleanup in Daytona Beach
Volunteers can participate in a beach cleanup at Sun Splash Park, with all necessary tools and safety guidelines provided for a community-driven environmental effort.
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Jeff White Musik Live Performance
9 PM - 3 AM | Ocean Deck Restaurant & Beach Bar | Cost information not provided | Experience the soulful sounds of Jeff White, blending Funk, Jazz, and Blue-eyed Soul.
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Women in STEM Day Celebration
This event promotes educational opportunities and career paths in STEM fields for middle school girls through interactive activities designed to inspire and engage.
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Beginner Japanese Language Lessons
This event offers beginners the opportunity to learn the basics of Japanese using the Genki I textbook.
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Stained Glass Workshop
1 PM — Mosaic - ICI Homes — Deposit required — Engage in a creative day with all glass, supplies, and tools provided.
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14th Annual Spring Break Reggae Festival Featuring DJ Icey
Experience vibrant reggae music from headliner DJ Icey along with other acts at the 14th Annual Spring Break Reggae Festival held at Jerry's Italian Grill & Tiki Bar.
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Inner Circle: Island Festival
1-5 p.m. — Manatee Island — Cost not specified — Enjoy live reggae music from the legendary Inner Circle band amidst the beautiful surroundings of Daytona Beach.
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Live Hart Concert
12-6 p.m. | Latitude Margaritaville Daytona Beach Sales Center | Ticket info not provided | Experience the jazzy and melodic sounds of emerging artist Live Hart.
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Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity Tabling Event
The Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity is hosting a tabling event to promote philanthropy through a food drive at the Student Leadership Suite.
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