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Tuesday, March 24th, 2026
Good morning, Daytona Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Families, friends and community members honored 12-year-old Jenna Teachman on Sunday, Mar. 22 at Forever Ranch near Interstate 95 in Ormond Beach; photos, memorabilia and shared stories highlighted her love for horses and joyful spirit *reminding all to cherish time with loved ones*. The Daytona Beach News-Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Former Embry-Riddle president Steven Sliwa visited the Daytona Beach campus on Mar. 23 and reflected on increasing student enrollment, forging industry partnerships, and enhancing campus life as the university prepares to celebrate its 100th anniversary – he emphasized the lasting impact of his tenure and scholarship efforts. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On March 23, Daytona Beach Police Chief Jakari Young told city commissioners that the city should stop marketing itself as a Spring Break destination because unsanctioned events are straining local resources (he stressed that the move is not meant to reduce tourism). FOX 35 Orlando
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ At AdventHealth Fish Memorial, 33-year-old DeLand resident Lysandra Sanchez underwent a robotic gallbladder removal on Saturday after doctors diagnosed a severe gallbladder infection late in her pregnancy at 32 weeks and five days, and the surgical team used the da Vinci Xi system to ensure safety for both mother and baby. Hometown News
- ➤ Hope Community Health Center will open in Daytona Beach on Friday, March 27 at 2:30 p.m. — on Derbyshire Road — to provide free care for uninsured and homeless residents. It will operate Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. WESH
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Volusia Innovation Challenge Pitch Competition & Innovation Showcase
5-11 p.m. — Ocean Center — Free entry — Experience the excitement of innovative pitches and engage with the next generation of local entrepreneurs.
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Rock The Beach: Tributes to Duran Duran & David Bowie
7-10 p.m. — Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach — General Admission $15, VIP options available — Experience the ultimate tribute to iconic rock legends Duran Duran and David Bowie under the stars.
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4th Annual Children's Business Fair
9 AM – 2 PM — Manatee Plaza — Free entry — Cheer on young entrepreneurs as they showcase their innovative products in a vibrant marketplace.
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Daytona Volusia Job Link 2026
10 AM – 1 PM — Courtyard by Marriott Daytona Beach Speedway/Airport — Free entry — Discover hundreds of job opportunities available on the spot from top local employers.
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Daytona/Volusia Job Fair 2026
10 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Courtyard by Marriott Daytona Beach Speedway/Airport — Free entry — Find hundreds of job openings and interview on the spot with top local employers.
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Daytona Beach's Easter Beach Run
7-11 a.m. — Daytona Beach Bandshell — Registration fees apply — Celebrate Easter with a festive beach run and family fun activities.
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Easter Sunrise Service
7-8 a.m. — Flagler Avenue Beachfront Park — Free entry — Celebrate Easter with a sunrise service on the beach at New Smyrna Beach.
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Piano Men: Generations
7-10 p.m. — Ormond Beach Performing Arts — Check for ticket prices — Experience a dynamic tribute to Billy Joel and Elton John by a father-son duo and a talented band.
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NCA & NDA Collegiate Cheer and Dance Championship
10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. — Ocean Center — Registration fees apply — Experience thrilling performances as top collegiate cheer and dance teams compete for the championship title.
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Orin Swift Wine Dinner
7-10 p.m. — Chart House — $140 per person — Indulge in a five-course culinary journey paired with exquisite Orin Swift wines.
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