Good morning, Daytona Beach.

Splatzz, a new art venue where people throw paint on canvases and sometimes at each other — a fun idea born of local creativity — opened on March 15 next to Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort in Daytona Beach.

Owner Geri Boldt-Reeves said customers use safety gear for one-hour sessions with prices from $25 for young children to $49.95 for ages 12 and older — the business offers private parties and free validated parking — and plans to expand services soon.

A Daytona Beach man was found guilty on Wednesday of first-degree murder and aggravated assault in the 2023 shooting death of his wife at their Fulton Street home—he shot her in front of her parents during an argument and later shot himself—and he will be sentenced to mandatory life in prison.

Officer Daniel Rippeon was placed on administrative leave after a video showed him arresting a 22-year-old CVS employee without clear cause—records show that Paul Wert was booked on May 10, released on May 13, and had charges dropped—and the internal investigation is ongoing.

On June 3, the Volusia County School Board appointed 11 new administrators, including principals Corrine Cobb for Discovery Elementary in Deltona and Alisha Zarbo for Sweetwater Elementary in Port Orange—approved on Superintendent Carmen Balgobin’s recommendation—and they will now help manage school operations.

A mother duck laid 10 eggs on mulch at the Riverfront Esplanade and has guarded them for weeks as staff placed orange cones to keep people away — her chosen spot shields the eggs from disturbance and crows.

If all goes well, fuzzy ducklings will hatch soon and join other seasonal park visitors.

Daytona Beach commissioners approved an extra $1.2 million on June 4 for a delayed U.S. Army Corps flood study—aimed at addressing flood risks in Midtown and Fairway Estates—and the final report is now set for June 2027.

City staff said the needed funds will come from the Stormwater Fund and a county grant program.

The Volusia-Flagler Transportation Planning Organization is inviting public comments on its list of priority projects—covering road, transit, bike, pedestrian, and safety improvements—for the 2025-26 to 2029-30 fiscal years.

Comments will be accepted until Tuesday, June 24 at 5 p.m.

Star Spangled Summer Concert Series

7:15-8:45 p.m. — Daytona Beach Bandshell — Free entry — Enjoy the Best of Rod: A Tribute to Rod Stewart at the historic amphitheater.

Beach Squad Beach Cleanup

8:30-10:45 a.m. — Sun Splash Park — Free entry — Help preserve the coastline while enjoying a community cleanup day at Daytona Beach.

Eric Sellick Workshop

5:30-6:30 p.m. — Ormond Beach Regional Library — Free entry — Engage in informative workshops hosted by Eric Sellick at your local library.

St. Lucie Mets vs. Daytona Tortugas

6:35-8:05 p.m. — Jackie Robinson Ballpark — Affordable entry — Catch the excitement of Minor League Baseball as the St. Lucie Mets take on the Daytona Tortugas.

Florida Truck Driving Championships 2025

7 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Ocean Center — Free entry — Watch skilled drivers compete in precision and safety as they represent their companies in this family-friendly event.

Star Spangled Summer Concert Series

7:15-8:45 p.m. — Daytona Beach Bandshell — Free entry — Experience the smooth sounds of Fleetwood Max: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac at the historic Bandshell.

Beach Squad Beach Cleanup

8:30-10:45 a.m. — Sun Splash Park — Free to volunteer — Help preserve the coastline while enjoying a day at the beach with positive vibes.

The Good Life Band Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — Beachside Bar Deck & Grill — No cover — Enjoy a nostalgic mix of Rock & Roll, Country, and Party Music from the 60s to 90s.

Symphony of Flavors: Wine and Tapas Tasting

5:30-6:30 p.m. — Oil & Vinegar Daytona Beach — Ticketed event — Experience a delightful evening of exquisite wines paired with gourmet tapas in a charming atmosphere.

Sounds of Summer: HomeGrown - Zac Brown Band Tribute

7:15-11:15 p.m. — Daytona Beach Bandshell — Free entry — Experience all the huge hits of Zac Brown Band performed live with fantastic vocal harmonies.