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Friday, August 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Daytona Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A dog killed a 5-month-old boy Wednesday night near Ormond Beach, sheriff Mike Chitwood said, and Volusia County Animal Services has taken custody of the animal—investigation remains ongoing. FOX 35 Orlando
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dr. David Canales Garcia, an Embry-Riddle professor, joined a select space policy fellowship in Washington, D.C. in March to learn new skills and build connections with experts—skills he now uses to guide his research on cislunar space challenges—boosting student learning. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Volusia County residents are invited to join the annual International Coastal Cleanup on Saturday, Sept. 20 from 8 to 11 a.m. at over 20 sites along the beach, Halifax River and Indian River—registration opens today with prizes for preregistered volunteers. Hometown News
- ➤ A heat advisory was issued yesterday in Daytona Beach and Wildwood when temperatures felt like 110 degrees between 12 p.m. and 7 p.m. Today and Saturday will be hot with a few passing showers while rain chances increase later this weekend into early next week. WESH
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On July 22, Volusia County Council approved federally funded flood mitigation projects for Daytona Beach, Port Orange, New Smyrna Beach and Orange City—projects that will start design and planning work to improve stormwater management and replace aging lift stations in flood-prone areas. Hometown News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Daytona Beach will host a busy Labor Day Weekend beginning Aug 29 that offers 23 miles of white sand beaches, concerts at the historic Daytona Beach Bandshell, and a six-game series of Daytona Tortugas baseball at Jackie Robinson Ballpark from Aug 26 to Aug 31. Additional events include a tuner car show at the Ocean Center on Aug 30, family activities at Ponce Inlet Lighthouse, new attractions like a Rainforest addition at the Daytona Aquarium and a renovated Marine Science Center—plus guests can enjoy miniature golf and dining at PopStroke. DaytonaBeach.com
SPORTS NEWS
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Star Spangled Summer Concert Series
7:15-8:45 p.m. — Daytona Beach Bandshell — Free entry — Experience the electrifying tributes to Boston and Styx at a historic amphitheater.
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Beach Squad Beach Cleanup
8:30 – 10:45 AM — Sun Splash Park — Free participation — Help keep Daytona Beach clean while enjoying the sun and community spirit.
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Star Spangled Summer: American Stones
7:15-8:45 p.m. — Daytona Beach Bandshell — Free entry — Experience the most authentic tribute to The Rolling Stones during a summer concert at the historic Bandshell.
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Beach Squad Beach Cleanup
8:30-10:45 a.m. — Sun Splash Park — Free registration — Help keep Daytona Beach clean while enjoying the sun and community spirit.
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Fort Myers Mighty Mussels vs. Daytona Tortugas
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Jackie Robinson Ballpark — Tickets available — Experience a thrilling Minor League Baseball game as the Mighty Mussels take on the Tortugas.
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Gary Hohman Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — 721 Ballough Rd, Daytona Beach, FL — Ticket Info Pending — Experience a captivating evening with seasoned musician Gary Hohman, known for his dynamic performances and rich musical history.
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Fort Myers Mighty Mussels at Daytona Tortugas
6:35-8:05 PM — Jackie Robinson Ballpark — Tickets required — Enjoy an exciting Minor League Baseball game featuring local favorites.
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Star Spangled Summer: Never Stop Believin'
7:15-11:15 p.m. — Daytona Beach Bandshell — Free entry — Celebrate classic rock with a tribute to Journey at this iconic beach venue.
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Baseball: Clearwater Threshers vs. Daytona Tortugas
5:00 – 6:30 PM — Jackie Robinson Ballpark — Fun for all ages — Watch the Clearwater Threshers take on the Daytona Tortugas in a local showdown.
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Embry-Riddle Women's Soccer Blue & Gold Kickoff
Kickoff Game Night — 6-9 p.m. — ERAU Soccer Stadium — Free entry — Experience an exciting evening of school spirit and support the Eagles in their pre-season exhibition against Florida Elite.
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