Good morning, Daytona Beach.

Amazon opened its new pre-first mile facility in Deltona on June 11 (serving over 500 full-time workers) and announced plans for another distribution center in the area in fall 2027.

Daytona State College received national recognition on Wednesday when the National Council on Teacher Quality awarded an A+ to its undergraduate Elementary Education program.

The rating evaluated key reading skills (phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension) and confirmed that the program exceeds research-based standards.

Approximately 200 Florida athletes will head to Minneapolis for the Special Olympics USA Games from June 20 to 26, with Orlando’s Jacob Craft returning to compete after winning gold in 2022 (he calls his volleyball team family).

Star Spangled Summer Concert: Turnstiles Tribute

7:15-9:45 p.m. — Daytona Beach Bandshell — Free entry — Experience the ultimate tribute to the music of The Piano Man with fireworks finale.

Parmalee Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The Pavilion at Destination Daytona — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening with Parmalee, the most-played group on Country Radio in 2023.

Noches de San Juan Festival

3-11:30 p.m. — Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach — Ticket purchase required — Celebrate the vibrant culture and traditions of San Juan with live music and family-friendly entertainment.

Lakeland Flying Tigers vs. Daytona Tortugas

6:35-7:35 p.m. — Jackie Robinson Ballpark — Enjoy minor league baseball action under the stars as the Flying Tigers take on the Tortugas.

Sounds of Summer Concert Series: Toto & Boston Tribute

7:15-11:59 p.m. — Daytona Beach Bandshell — Free entry — Enjoy high-energy tribute performances by Rosanna & Smokin' against a stunning ocean backdrop.

Baseball Game: Lakeland Flying Tigers vs Daytona Tortugas

6:35-7:35 p.m. — Jackie Robinson Ballpark — Guaranteed parking spots available — Enjoy a thrilling match between the Lakeland Flying Tigers and the Daytona Tortugas.

United States Air Force Band Of The Golden West Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Peabody Auditorium — Free entry — Experience the musical excellence of the U.S. Air Force as they perform a dynamic concert in Daytona Beach.

Sounds of Summer Concert Series: U.S. Bee Gees Tribute

7:15-11:59 p.m. — Daytona Beach Bandshell — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant evening of tribute music while cooling off by the ocean breeze.

Star Spangled Summer: Alter Eagles Tribute

4th of July Celebration — Evening — Daytona Beach Bandshell — Free entry — Experience the iconic sounds of the Alter Eagles during a festive Independence Day concert.

Baseball Match: Palm Beach Cardinals vs Daytona Tortugas

6:35-7:35 p.m. — Jackie Robinson Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Watch thrilling minor league baseball action as the Palm Beach Cardinals take on the Daytona Tortugas.