Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of July.
Good morning, Daytona Beach.
Stargazers can expect two meteor showers to peak today and Friday as Alpha Capricornids and Southern Delta Aquarids light up Florida’s skies — observers are advised to head to dark locations between midnight and dawn, though a full Buck moon and clouds may dim views.
Arline & Erin Warwick lead Infant Swimming Resource lessons that teach infants to float and older kids to swim to safety during water emergencies.
Their program has reached thousands in Volusia over four decades and continues to help parents feel more secure about their children’s water skills.
Children who learned about native plants contributed artwork to a demonstration garden at Asclepias Acres Nursery - located at 3001 Citrus Drive, Edgewater.
Their painted fence panel celebrated pollinators when it was presented on Friday, July 17 in a community effort with local garden clubs.
Volusia County first responders took part in a large-scale training exercise on Wednesday that simulated a plane crash rescue in water near Daytona Beach International Airport.
The drill aimed to prepare teams for a potential aviation emergency in the area.
Beach enthusiasts learn that Florida offers two distinct experiences, as Daytona Beach benefits from the East Coast's better surf at Main Street Pier while West Coast spots provide calm, warm water ideal for swimming.
Sounds of Summer: Garth Brooks Tribute Concert
7:15-10:15 p.m. — Daytona Beach Bandshell — Free entry — Celebrate summer with a high-energy tribute to Garth Brooks at the iconic oceanfront venue.
Never Stop Believin' - Journey Tribute
7:15-9:45 p.m. — Daytona Beach Bandshell — Enjoy a tribute to Journey's greatest hits in a scenic beach setting.
Sounds of Summer: Bruce Springsteen Tribute
7:15-11:59 p.m. — Daytona Beach Bandshell — Free entry — Experience an oceanfront evening with amazing performances from top tribute bands in a vibrant atmosphere.
Star Spangled Summer: Greggie and the Jets - Elton John Tribute
7:15-9:45 p.m. — Daytona Beach Bandshell — Free entry — Experience a memorable tribute to Elton John in a picturesque beach setting.
Star Spangled Summer: Tribute to Foreigner and Styx
7-9:30 p.m. — Daytona Beach Bandshell — Free entry — Experience electrifying tributes to Foreigner and Styx with an unforgettable summer concert atmosphere.
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