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Saturday, May 16th, 2026
Good morning, Daytona Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, more than 4,000 students graduated at Daytona State College’s ceremony at the Ocean Center, where many earned Associate and Bachelor degrees, honors and certificates; among them Carlina Roberts became the third generation in her family to graduate. WNDB
- ➤ Volusia County Schools is preparing transition plans for students from the closed Pace Center for Girls. The district, partnering with Pace staff, will arrange campus tours and counselor meetings during the summer to set up individualized support ahead of the Pace Reach Program launch in fall. Hometown News
- ➤ Marine officer Samuel L. McManus, a father of three, graduated from Embry-Riddle’s Daytona Beach campus on May 4 and was commissioned on May 5. He will continue helping with Navy ROTC training here and plans to begin flight training in Pensacola next year (balancing family, studies, and personal loss). Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A five-month dredging project to renew sand at New Smyrna Beach is complete and crews are now removing pipes (a step to ready the beach for Memorial Day weekend). County experts say the new berm protects dunes and sea turtle nesting areas. News 6
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents can sign up for a free Volusia County beach pass to enjoy no-fee beach driving and parking at 65 designated lots as the busy season kicks off on Memorial Day. Registration is fast via parkvolusia.org (using your license plate number) and in-person help is available at local offices. The Daytona Beach News-Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Volusia County EMS is hosting two blood drives for National EMS Week—one in Holly Hill on May 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and one in DeLand on May 20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.—with each donor receiving a $20 eGift card and sunshade. The Daytona Beach News-Journal
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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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Cinderella's Tom Keifer
7:15-9:00 p.m. — Daytona Beach Bandshell — Check for ticket prices — Experience the resilient rock vibes of Tom Keifer, a true icon of the genre.
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