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Friday, May 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Daytona Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Dana Rocque, a 20-year Coast Guard veteran turned truck driver, was hit by a distracted driver while fixing a flat tire on I-4 near Exit 111 in Deltona on March 31 — he remains hospitalized with traumatic brain injuries and cannot speak or walk. FOX 35 Orlando
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Two companies are asking to change planned development agreements to add Baer's Furniture and a Valvoline auto service center on LPGA Boulevard in Daytona. Baer's request increases building height from 35 feet to 60 feet and reduces parking and scenic overlay while the Valvoline waiver seeks glass garage doors—both proposals passed the Planning Board on April 24—and the City Commission will review them on June 4 and 18. Hometown News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Central Florida is dry today but experts forecast showers and thunderstorms to develop this weekend and continue into early next week—areas near Daytona Beach and Palm Coast may receive 3—5 inches of rain while Orlando could see 1—2 inches, easing drought conditions slightly. WESH
- ➤ Conservation Florida held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday for the new D Ranch Preserve near Deltona, offering nearly 500 acres of protected wilderness for families and outdoor enthusiasts. The preserve is home to native species like the Florida black bear and eastern indigo snake — and it features a 3.5-mile trail system with plans for a nature center in partnership with local groups. News 6
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florida's dangerous dog bill is headed to Gov. Ron DeSantis' desk for approval and will require dog owners to secure dangerous dogs by microchipping them, spaying or neutering them, and registering the animals in a statewide registry — owners must also carry liability insurance. Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood discussed the bill on FOX 35. FOX 35 Orlando
- ➤ St. Johns River Water Management District officials say residents in east-central Florida must water lawns only two days a week as April rains fell far below 1 inch in Volusia and Flagler counties and burn bans are in effect. They warn that conserving water is needed for drinking supply and public safety (Daytona Beach has a 60% chance for rain on Sunday, May 4). The Daytona Beach News-Journal
SPORTS NEWS
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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.
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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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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.
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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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Tampa Tarpons vs. Daytona Tortugas Baseball Game
6:35-10:35 p.m. — Jackie Robinson Ballpark — Tickets required — Catch the exciting action as the Tampa Tarpons face off against the Daytona Tortugas in this thrilling baseball showdown.
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Tampa Tarpons vs. Daytona Tortugas
6:35 – 10:35 PM — Jackie Robinson Ballpark — Tickets available — Catch the exciting minor league baseball matchup between local favorites.
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Beach Squad Beach Cleanup
8:30-10:45 a.m. — Sun Splash Park — Free event — Make a positive impact by joining the beach cleanup and enjoying the sun at Daytona Beach.
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Brit Floyd Concert in Daytona Beach
8-9:30 p.m. — Peabody Auditorium — Tickets available — Experience Brit Floyd's spectacular tribute to Pink Floyd's legendary album 'Wish You Were Here'.
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St. Lucie Mets vs. Daytona Tortugas
6:35 p.m. — Jackie Robinson Ballpark — Tickets available — Watch a thrilling matchup between the St. Lucie Mets and Daytona Tortugas at a historic venue.
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Converge
10 AM – 2 PM — Daytona International Speedway — Cost info not provided — Experience the unique blend of music from Converge with their groundbreaking Bloodmoon project.
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