Good morning, Daytona Beach.

Peggy’s Country Kitchen will reopen July 1 at 2100 S Ridgewood Ave in Edgewater — where workers from Pappas Drive-In bring back the same food and curb service after a fire in March 2024 — and the film F1 comes out today showing a last look at the old place.

Volusia fireworks vendors face challenges from a 35% tariff on imported Chinese fireworks that has led some to pause orders and deal with rising shipping rates—while local festivals will use currently stocked fireworks for Fourth of July displays.

Four Seasons Fireworks in DeLand is rebuilding inventory for future events like next year’s 250th anniversary celebration—hoping supply chains improve as trade rules change.

A 53-year-old man, Rhino Simboli, was killed in a shootout with Texas Tech officers who were checking a suspicious vehicle outside Jones AT&T Stadium on Tuesday—he had been arrested in Volusia County in 2019 after firing a gun near a home in Holly Hill.

Two Embry-Riddle students were named 2025 Goldwater Scholars—Natalie Brattain, an Aerospace Physiology junior, and Grace Gratton, a Space Physics sophomore—and the award, which offers up to $7,500 each for the upcoming school year, marks the first time the school had more than one Goldwater Scholar in a year.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is restoring fish and wildlife habitat on Lake George in Volusia and Putnam counties.

This spring the FWC set up 34 temporary fenced enclosures — covering more than 110 acres — and planted over 90 acres of eelgrass to boost habitat and improve water quality while advising boaters to navigate the shorelines with care.

The Volusia County Council approved a $25.8M project on June 17 to add 550,000 cubic yards of beach-friendly sand along New Smyrna Beach—from a state grant that helps fix damage from Tropical Storms Ian and Nicole.

County officials will mail easement details to affected property owners and crews will plant native dune vegetation later this year—work set to begin soon.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Star Spangled Summer: Bad Company and Foreigner Tribute

7:15-11:15 p.m. — Daytona Beach Bandshell — Free entry — Rock out to the classic hits of Bad Co. and Foreigner in a beautiful beachside setting.

Beach Squad Beach Cleanup

8:30-10:45 a.m. — Sun Splash Park — Free entry — Help preserve the coastline while having fun in the sun with Beach Squad.