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Wednesday, June 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Daytona Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Jake Rosencranz—a 29-year-old man from Colorado on his honeymoon—was struck by lightning in shallow water at New Smyrna Beach Friday and died despite emergency responders' efforts, with officials noting that storm conditions made a lightning strike near shore unlikely. WNDB
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Volusia County deputies arrested a naked man on June 24th for allegedly breaking into a car after body camera footage showed him in his birthday suit. FOX 35 Orlando
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Embry-Riddle undergraduates won a top award at IEEE SoutheastCon for developing a smart system that learns to block cyberattacks like a guard dog. The team used a method called dueling deep Q-learning (which helps the system decide what is dangerous) to earn recognition among 250 papers. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Port Orange City Council approved an agreement on June 17 for police to serve as School Resource Officers at Creekside and Silver Sands middle schools—this five-year deal will begin with the 2025-26 school year and add about $76,000 to the city's annual budget with the school district reimbursing half the cost. The Daytona Beach News-Journal
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Cooking with Chef Phil
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Oil & Vinegar Daytona Beach — Cost not listed — Experience an enchanting culinary adventure blending the flavors of Alaska and Africa with Chef Phil.
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Palm Beach Cardinals vs. Daytona Tortugas Baseball Game
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Jackie Robinson Ballpark — Check ticket prices — Enjoy a night of exciting baseball under the Florida sky.
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Star Spangled Summer Concert Series
7:15-8:45 p.m. — Daytona Beach Bandshell — VIP seating $15, general admission free — Experience the tribute sounds of Genesis, Phil Collins, and The Cars in a beautiful beachside setting.
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Beach Squad Beach Cleanup
8:30-10:45 a.m. — Sun Splash Park — Free event — Help preserve the coastline while having a positive impact on the environment.
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Stephen Marley Concert
6-7:30 p.m. — The Pavilion at Destination Daytona — Check venue for ticket prices — Experience the Grammy Award winner as he spreads a message of love and unity through reggae music.
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Star Spangled Summer Concert
7:15-8:45 p.m. — Daytona Beach Bandshell — Free entry — Experience the melodic tribute to The Eagles at this beloved summer celebration.
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Beach Cleanup Event
8:30-10:45 a.m. — Sun Splash Park — Free entry — Volunteer to protect our coastline and make a positive impact with Beach Squad.
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Jupiter Hammerheads vs Daytona Tortugas
6:35 – 8:05 PM — Jackie Robinson Ballpark — Affordable entry — Catch a thrilling Minor League Baseball matchup between the Hammerheads and Tortugas.
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Gary Hohman Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Daytona Beach Venue — Check local listing for cost — Experience the powerful voice of seasoned singer-songwriter Gary Hohman as he performs a variety of classic hits.
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Nuthin' Fancy: Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute Concert
7:15-11:15 p.m. — Daytona Beach Bandshell — Free entry — Enjoy a tribute to Lynyrd Skynyrd under the stars at the Oceanfront Bandshell.
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