Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of April.
Good morning, Daytona Beach.
A 1-year-old child died on Wednesday night in Daytona Beach after chasing a family dog that had escaped from home and running into oncoming traffic — two vehicles struck the child.
Joe's Crab Shack on the Daytona Beach Pier made record sales of $9.7 million in the lease year that ended last June—$560,597 more than it made the year before.
In the current lease period from July 2024 to February 2025, its sales fell by $435,913 compared to the same months last year.
The Daytona Beach City Commission approved an extension of the boardwalk and seawall on April 16 to include space for the new Señor Frog's restaurant at the corner of South Ocean and Harvey avenues.
Although the restaurant opening has been delayed until further notice, the project will cost $170,237 and will move forward with surveys and fire flow tests due by June 30.
Twelve jurors and two alternates were sworn in at the Volusia County Courthouse in DeLand to decide whether convicted murderers Jeron Hunter and Troy Victorino—accused in the brutal beating and stabbing deaths of six victims in Deltona—will be sentenced to life in prison or death, with opening statements set for Monday at 8:30 a.m.
Renovations continue at Jackie Robinson Ballpark as the Daytona Tortugas play while workers build new facilities outside the stadium.
A new AdventHealth Training Center — a 30,000-square-foot, two-story building that will provide training rooms, weight room and batting cages — is planned to be finished between December and early next year.
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.
Tampa Tarpons vs. Daytona Tortugas
6:35-10:35 p.m. — Jackie Robinson Ballpark — Cost varies — Catch an exciting Minor League Baseball matchup under the stars.
Tampa Tarpons vs. Daytona Tortugas
6:35-10:35 p.m. — Jackie Robinson Ballpark — Enjoy the excitement of a Minor League Baseball game featuring local teams.
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