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Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Daytona Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of April.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Florida high school rankings released earlier showed that Pine View School in Osprey earned the No.1 spot statewide and the No.18 ranking nationally — Westshore Junior/Senior High School in Melbourne was named the best public school in Central Florida. In Volusia County, Daytona Beach schools like Seabreeze High School and Mainland High School ranked among the top based on graduation rates, college readiness, and test scores. News 6
- ➤ Volusia County Schools District is testing a new weapons detection system called Evolv— the first advanced security screening technology in Florida. The pilot started on April 1st and will help improve security in the school district. FOX 35 Orlando
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Volusia County council voted 5-0 to make the dog-friendly section of Ormond Beach permanent after a pilot program that ran since November 1st, 2023 and saw 12,883 dog visits with no reported incidents—officials said the current rules will remain and will explore adding more dog areas in the future. The Daytona Beach News-Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ AdventHealth will provide free sports physicals for Volusia County students at the Daytona International Speedway Midway Suites starting today — walk-ins will be accepted based on availability and students can register online to secure a time slot. WESH
SPORTS NEWS
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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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The 48th Annual Spring Concert
12 PM — Bethune-Cookman University — Free entry — Celebrate the arrival of spring with an uplifting musical performance by local talents.
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