Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of April.
Good morning, Daytona Beach.
Avelo Airlines will end its weekly flights from Daytona Beach International Airport to Hartford, Connecticut and Charlotte/Concord, New Hampshire at the end of April because of poor performance indicators, while continuing flights to New Haven, Connecticut and Philadelphia/Wilmington, Delaware.
The Volusia Sheriff’s Office said that contractor Ryan Matthew Paul scammed a 74-year-old DeLand homeowner out of $300K by taking two advance checks for home repairs after her house burned in January 2024—authorities are offering a $1,000 reward for tips to arrest him.
A Deltona teen, Eduardo Espinal-Ramgewan, 17, was arrested after he allegedly poured bleach into his 77-year-old adoptive mother's milk at a home on South Brickell Drive Saturday morning—he now faces charges of poisoning, attempted murder and aggravated abuse of an elderly person.
Lake County Fire Rescue is on high alert as dry weather increases the risk of rapidly spreading brush fires across Central Florida; burn bans have been enforced since March 25 in Lake, Brevard, Orange, Seminole, and Volusia counties.
Firefighters have put extra resources on standby and urge residents to maintain a 50-foot buffer between structures and vegetation (leftover hurricane damage has added more fuel for potential fires).
Volusia County residents can get financial help for Hurricane Ian damage by applying for the Homeowner Recovery Program by 11:59 p.m. on April 29 + small business owners can apply for an SBA Physical Disaster Loan for Hurricane Milton by April 27 while a community engagement meeting is set for 5:30 p.m. on April 29 in DeLand.
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.
BeatleBeat - A Live Tribute to The Beatles!
7-9 p.m. — Pictona at Holly Hill — Ticket prices vary — Experience a nostalgic 60's tribute to the timeless hits of The Beatles with a full costume show.
Do The '80s Pub Crawl
4:30-9:00 p.m. — WingHouse Bar & Grill — Tickets available online — Relive the best of the '80s with contests, prizes, and colorful retro fun.
Beach Squad Beach Cleanup
8:30-10:45 a.m. — Sun Splash Park — Free participation — Help preserve the coastline while enjoying a morning at the beach.
Peach Belt Conference Outdoor Track Championship
April 28-29 — Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University — Registration required — Cheer on collegiate athletes as they compete for track and field honors in sunny Daytona Beach.
Tom Jones Concert
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Peabody Auditorium — Last-minute concert tickets available — Experience the legendary Tom Jones live in Daytona Beach.
Matt Fraser Live
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Peabody Auditorium — Tickets starting at $70 — Experience an evening of comedy and theater with Matt Fraser.
YES – Give Back Day at Oil & Vinegar
10 a.m. – 8 p.m. — Oil & Vinegar Daytona Beach — 10% of sales donated — Enjoy live music, food, and a silent auction while supporting children's mental health.
Women's Day Out at Tanger Daytona Beach
10 AM – 5 PM — Tanger Outlets Daytona Beach — Free entry — Celebrate and uplift women while enjoying a vibrant day of shopping and entertainment.
Awesome Daytona Beach Scavenger Hunt
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — 1801 W International Speedway Blvd — Entry unknown — Engage in a fun-filled scavenger hunt exploring Daytona Beach with all ages welcome.
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