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Thursday, May 14th, 2026
Good morning, Daytona Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Heavy rain Tuesday left knee-deep flooding along Slayton Avenue in South Daytona, prompting a resident to tell city council that more drainage improvements are needed as hurricane season nears - the city had completed repairs in February but fears further issues. WESH
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Retired teacher Pearl Brazelton offers free tutoring classes by driving her RV across Volusia County, stopping at local markets and summer camps while asking only for help with gas. Hometown News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Embry-Riddle and FDOT hosted Florida’s first Advanced Air Mobility Symposium at the Daytona Beach campus on May 11-12, where over 300 experts saw a live flight demonstration by BETA Technologies on May 13, setting the stage for new partnerships that will advance air mobility safety and innovation in Florida. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Speak Up, Tomorrow Needs You is a volunteer nonprofit offering free mental health support for veterans and first responders, founded by former Army staff sergeant and Edgewater officer Jordan Snipes. The group holds the annual 22 Miles for 22 Walk in September — spanning Port Orange, New Smyrna and Edgewater. WESH
- ➤ Volusia County officials confirmed no hantavirus cases have been reported as of May 13 and are working with health authorities to distribute educational materials about the virus, given the nearby cruise port activity. They continue to monitor the situation closely to protect residents+ visitors. The Daytona Beach News-Journal
- ➤ Hundreds attended a mental health symposium on Wednesday at the Ocean Center in Daytona Beach. Hosted by SMA Healthcare Foundation and Who Is Jay, the event offered breakout sessions on mental wellness and local resource support. WESH
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Rock The Beach - Tributes to Def Leppard & Journey
7-11 p.m. — Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach — General Admission $15, VIP options from $40 — Celebrate the music of Def Leppard and Journey with high-energy tribute performances and a nostalgic atmosphere.
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Daytona Beach Speed Dating for Ages 40-59
8-10 p.m. — Dick's Last Resort - Daytona Beach — Ticket purchase required — Connect with up to 12 potential matches in a fun and friendly atmosphere.
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Pandora's Box - Aerosmith Tribute Band
7-11 p.m. — Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach — Ticket info not provided — Experience a high-octane journey through 50 years of Aerosmith hits with Pandora's Box Tribute.
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Freestyle By The Beach: 80's & 90's Dance Party
7-11:30 p.m. — Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach — Enjoy live performances by popular throwback artists and dance the night away.
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Marcellus TheSinger Performance
8-9:30 p.m. — Mary McLeod Bethune Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience high-energy Southern Soul music featuring Marcellus the Singer and friends.
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Hang 8 Dog Surfing Extravaganza
7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. — Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach — Cost Info not provided — Enjoy a day of fun-filled dog surfing events at this unique extravaganza.
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Shot Thru the Heart: Bon Jovi Tribute Band
6-10 p.m. — Latitude Margaritaville Town Center — Entry details not specified — Experience the tribute to Bon Jovi with the energetic band Shot Thru the Heart.
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Movies on the Halifax - Lilo & Stitch
8:30 p.m. — The Casements — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly movie night under the stars with 'Lilo & Stitch' by the Halifax River.
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Star Spangled Summer Concert: Southern Cross & Bad Moon Rising
7:15-9:45 p.m. — Daytona Beach Bandshell — Free entry, $15 VIP seating — Enjoy tribute performances and fireworks at this historic summer concert series.
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Sounds of Summer: The Motowners - Motown Tribute
7:15-11:59 p.m. — Daytona Beach Bandshell — Free entry — Celebrate summer with high-energy Motown classics by The Motowners in a beautiful oceanfront setting.
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