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Friday, April 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Daytona Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Catholic Church of the Epiphany in Port Orange is collecting new, closed-toe shoes for children in the PETALS program during Lent—over 300 pairs have been donated so far and donations are accepted at 201 Lafayette Street from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday or 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday until Palm Sunday. Hometown News
- ➤ Orange City's West Volusia Dream Center, a nonprofit converted from a gym at 2479 S. Volusia Ave., has fed 30 to 40 homeless people daily and provided groceries to over 300 families each month since it opened three years ago — the center founded by Trinity Church Pastor Jamie Jones and led by Executive Director Chris Rojas also offers showers, rest, and worship services to those in need. The Daytona Beach News-Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ 71-year-old Kevin McNamara was arrested after he allegedly rammed an SUV carrying eight people — including five children — during a road rage incident on Beville Road near a golf course off Wilder Avenue in Daytona Beach; he appeared in court wearing an orange jumpsuit and now faces 15 felony charges with a bond of $150,000. WESH
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On April 1st the Volusia County Council made the Ormond dog beach permanent after a review showed few rule violations and strong public support. The dog beach — where dogs must stay on a six-foot leash and owners must clean up after them — will remain open from sun up to sun down. Hometown News
- ➤ Volusia County will open the $1.4 million Veterans Memorial Plaza at 9 a.m. on Friday, April 25 on the northwest corner of the Tom Staed Veterans Memorial Bridge in Daytona Beach (it is the final phase of the county’s memorial along the Halifax River). The grand opening will include flags for the six military branches, a World War I memorial and fire monument with engraved names, and residents may honor veterans with on-site bricks available for donation ($125 or $300 each). Hometown News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The 2025 Volusia Parade of Homes starts today at Estates at Brown’s Landing with The Monaco by ICI Homes—a one-story home with four bedrooms, four and a half bathrooms, and a pool area available for buy or leaseback. Visitors can explore the modern home during free self-guided tours until April 19. Hometown News
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Daytona / Volusia Job Link 2025
10 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Courtyard Daytona Beach Speedway/Airport — Free entry — Discover hundreds of local job opportunities and get hired on the spot at this career fair.
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Foreigners Journey
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Peabody Auditorium — Tickets Now On Sale — Celebrate the music of Foreigner and Journey featuring Rudy Cardenas from American Idol.
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The Good Life Band at Beachside
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Beachside — Free entry — Enjoy a lively mix of Rock & Roll, Country, and Party Music from the 60s to 90s with The Good Life Band.
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