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Tuesday, April 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Daytona Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Daytona Beach Area CVB will host a community tourism listening session on Tuesday, May 13 at noon at Daytona Lagoon Premier Water Park and Family Fun Entertainment Center on Earl Street in Daytona Beach. Local residents are invited to RSVP by May 12 to secure validated parking + a light lunch, or they can email their input if they cannot attend. DaytonaBeach.com
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On April 7th, a 33 year old Ocala man was hospitalized after being struck while sunbathing near the Cardinal Drive beach ramp in Ormond Beach when a 61 year old woman drove her Jeep out of the designated travel lanes—she was cited for careless driving as the man sustained injuries to his thigh and arm and is in stable condition. FOX 35 Orlando
- ➤ A 33-year-old Ocala man sunbathing near the Cardinal Drive beach ramp was injured on Saturday when a Jeep—driven by a 61-year-old Ormond Beach woman—ran him over while backing into a parking spot around 10:43 a.m., and he was taken to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. News 6
- ➤ Coleson Janey, 33, was seriously injured and underwent surgery after a 61-year-old driver ran over him while he was sunbathing on the beach Saturday morning—EMTs reached him despite the EMS vehicle getting stuck in the sand—and the driver was cited with careless driving as the investigation continues. WESH
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Florida have risen over the past week as AAA reported that the average climbed to $3.22 before dipping slightly to $3.19 — a level still above last week's average. Crude oil costs fell to below $60 per barrel on Sunday, which may help bring gas prices down in the near future. WNDB
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students from Embry-Riddle produced a documentary on the Concorde that premiered on April 1 at the Mori Hosseini Student Union during Arts and Sciences Week, discussing its cutting-edge design and the tragic 2000 crash. An upcoming screening will be held Saturday, April 12 at 6 p.m. at Cinematique Daytona in Daytona Beach — the film is now being submitted to film festivals for further showings. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city hired ProQuest Pest Control to remove the bats from under the bleachers at Municipal Stadium by sealing off openings and installing netting—ensuring the bats leave safely before their maternity season. Workers will finish the five-to-seven-day process—completing it before April 15. The Daytona Beach News-Journal
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Sierra Green Live
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Ormond Beach Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Sierra Green, inspired by New Orleans' rich musical heritage.
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Jupiter Hammerheads vs. Daytona Tortugas
6:35-10:35 p.m. — Jackie Robinson Ballpark — Tickets available — Experience a thrilling minor league baseball showdown in Daytona Beach.
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Jupiter Hammerheads at Daytona Tortugas
6:35-10:35 PM — Jackie Robinson Ballpark — Cost information not provided — Enjoy a thrilling minor league baseball matchup in a historic venue.
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Donut Dash 5K
8 AM – 12 PM — Trails Shopping Center — Proceeds benefit youth programs — Run for a good cause while enjoying delicious donuts.
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Beach Squad Beach Cleanup
8:30-10:45 a.m. — Sun Splash Park — Free entry — Join the Beach Squad to keep Daytona Beach clean and enjoy a morning outdoors.
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