Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 5th of July.
Good morning, Daytona Beach.
Daytona Beach Safety is searching with a jet ski and Coast Guard help for a missing 17-year-old Orlando teen last Friday night after a lifeguard saw him struggle in a rip current — a girl with him was rescued while officials urge swimming near lifeguards.
On July 4, Daytona lifeguards rescued 46 people after 209 rescues occurred on July 3, but dangerous rip currents led to the deaths of a 17-year-old and a 60-year-old (found near busy beach access points) and officials urged swimmers to follow safety guidelines.
Volusia County lifeguards rescued nearly 200 people from rip currents on Fourth of July weekend, and officials warn beachgoers to swim near lifeguards + obey posted flags to avoid hazards.
A lifeguard was hospitalized after a patrol vehicle was struck by lightning near the Seminole approach of Ormond Beach on Saturday afternoon (around 1:30 p.m.), and officials said the lifeguard received a precautionary evaluation before transport to a hospital.
Bethune-Cookman University broke ground on a campus technology upgrade on July 2; the project funded by a $900,000 NSF grant will replace old fiber-optic cables with high-capacity lines and boost cybersecurity through July 22.
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.
Palm Beach Cardinals vs. Daytona Tortugas
6:35-7:35 p.m. — Jackie Robinson Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch a thrilling matchup between the Palm Beach Cardinals and Daytona Tortugas.
Palm Beach Cardinals at Daytona Tortugas
6:35 – 7:35 PM — Jackie Robinson Ballpark — Tickets available — Catch the baseball showdown as the Palm Beach Cardinals face off against the Daytona Tortugas.
COOKED Live Event
7:00 p.m. — Punk Rock Pizza and Bar — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of live music at this local venue in Daytona Beach.
Basketball Camp: Point Guard College at Embry-Riddle
July 14-18 — Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University — $1,095 — Elevate skills and basketball IQ at a premier training camp for dedicated players.
Sounds of Summer Concert Series: Santana & Doobie Brothers Tribute
7:15-11:59 p.m. — Daytona Beach Bandshell — Free entry — Enjoy high-energy tribute performances to Santana and the Doobie Brothers amidst ocean breezes.
Star Spangled Summer: Fleetwood Max Tribute Concert
7:15-9:45 p.m. — Daytona Beach Bandshell — Free entry — Experience the soulful tribute to Fleetwood Mac during a vibrant summer evening concert series.
Pablo Cruise Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Ormond Beach Performing Arts — Contact for details — Enjoy a musical journey with the classic sounds of Pablo Cruise.
Tribute to Jobim by James Hall and Shaina LaRoche
7:30-9 p.m. — Live Oak Cultural Center — Free entry — Experience a musical tribute to bossa nova legend Antonio Carlos Jobim featuring a talented quartet.
2nd Annual Daytona Beach Wing Battle
6-10 p.m. — Tanger Outlets Daytona Beach — Pricing varies — Indulge in unlimited wings and drinks while cheering for your favorite vendor.
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