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Tuesday, April 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Daytona Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Deputies with the Volusia County Sheriff's Office investigated a shooting along Parma Drive in Deltona early Monday, March 31 — officials are still gathering details. FOX 35 Orlando
- ➤ Deputies responded to a call at 2:23 a.m. Monday on the 3200 block of Parma Drive in Deltona and found a woman who was pronounced dead, while a suspect who knew the victim fled the scene and was arrested an hour later in Flagler County after crashing his vehicle—authorities did not release details on what sparked the shooting. WESH
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Volusia County Schools are hosting the Workforce Expo today from 9 a.m. to noon at Mainland High School, 1255 W. International Speedway Blvd in Daytona Beach — the expo will help juniors and seniors connect with local employers and learn key soft skills such as resume building, interview questions, professional attire, communication, and social media. All participants and volunteers must register on the event form. Hometown News
- ➤ Florida lawmakers are debating House Bill 13-67, filed by Representative Erika Booth, which aims to reduce high chronic absenteeism by requiring schools to report attendance four times a year & hold meetings with parents. If passed, the bill will set new attendance rules next school year to help keep students in class. News 6
- ➤ Embry-Riddle College of Engineering students (in the program's third year) will visit NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena from May 11 to 14 as part of an academic exchange. The dean’s office and JPL Center for Academic Partnerships fund the trip (students must apply by April 4) to give hands-on space technology experience. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Steve Phelps was named NASCAR’s first commissioner in a new role that oversees the sport’s operations and expands its global reach — his appointment is effective immediately in Daytona Beach. Steve O’Donnell will take over as NASCAR president to manage day-to-day racing events and commercial operations. Hometown News
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The Simon & Garfunkel Story
7:30-9 p.m. — Peabody Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the music and story behind the iconic duo's phenomenal global success.
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Concert by Eric Sage
7-11 p.m. — Ormond Beach Performing Arts — Ticket required — Enjoy an evening with internationally touring country rock artist Eric Sage as he performs tracks from his latest album.
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The Rat Pack Together Again
7-11 p.m. — Ormond Beach Performing Arts — Check for ticket pricing — Experience the iconic sounds of The Rat Pack live in Ormond Beach.
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St. Lucie Mets at Daytona Tortugas
7:59-11:59 p.m. — Jackie Robinson Ballpark — Cost not specified — Catch the exciting Minor League Baseball matchup between St. Lucie Mets and Daytona Tortugas.
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42nd Annual Horsin’ Around Auction
11 AM – 4 PM — Atlantic Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Support the arts while enjoying unique auction items and local camaraderie.
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Beginnings - A Celebration of the Music of Chicago
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Peabody Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the authentic sound of Chicago's classic hits performed live by Beginnings.
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NCA College Nationals 2025
April 9-13 — Daytona Boardwalk Amusements — Check online for ticket prices — Cheer and dance teams from across the nation compete for the prestigious NCA National Title.
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Cacique Ocean Deck Live Music
8-11 p.m. — Beachside at 127 S Ocean Ave — Free — Enjoy live music with Cacique accompanied by the cool sea breeze and sunshine sand.
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KICK-OFF Party: River Scramble PAR-TEE
6-10 p.m. — Broken Spoke Saloon — Open entry — Enjoy a lively evening filled with raffles, auctions, entertainment, food, and drinks.
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Big Engine Live at the Doghouse
6-10 p.m. — Doghouse Bar & Grill — Cover charge varies — Enjoy a night of rockin' tunes from Big Engine, directly from Jacksonville.
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