Good morning, Daytona Beach.

A 40-year-old firefighter/EMT candidate from Ormond Beach died Friday during a pre-employment agility test with Flagler County Fire Rescue in Bunnell — he climbed stairs, lifted hoses, advanced charged hose lines and dragged a 150-pound manikin during the exercise.

Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood said Hunter—a 14-year-old riding his e-bike to school on Aug.

11—was hit in Deltona by a Kia Soul and is now recovering at Arnold Palmer Hospital while his family asks the towtruck driver who helped lift the car to contact the sheriff.

A man died after being pulled from the ocean near Jimmy Buffett Memorial Highway—Zelda Blvd around 12:40 p.m. Saturday, officials said.

David Baker was convicted on charges of sexual battery and robbery with a weapon after he held a woman at gunpoint outside a Daytona Beach motel on December 14th, 2024—his sentencing has not yet been scheduled.

David Baker, 42, was convicted of violently raping a woman at gunpoint outside a Motel 6 on West International Speedway Boulevard in 2024—he will be sentenced later as a habitual felony offender.

Daytona International Speedway and Welcome To Rockville signed a new 10-year agreement—extending the rock and metal festival until 2035.

The festival, set for May 7-10 next year, is expected to draw hundreds of thousands of fans from across the nation and the globe.

Keely Farms Dairy in New Smyrna Beach faces a lawsuit after its raw milk is linked to 21 illnesses and a fetal death— the dairy says it sells the milk as feed for calves and has started a GoFundMe campaign amid rising debt.

Local officials and health experts question why the Florida Department of Health named the dairy without a full investigation, raising concerns about due process.

On Friday at Daytona International Speedway, Parker Kligerman drove the No. 88 WeatherTech Chevrolet when he took over for injured driver Connor Zilisch in the Wawa 250 race.

Kligerman led the car after the first stage and got through several late cautions – a rare team win where only Zilisch is credited.

Clearwater Threshers at Daytona Tortugas

6:35-8:05 p.m. — Jackie Robinson Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch the local action as the Clearwater Threshers take on the Daytona Tortugas in this exciting Minor League Baseball matchup.

Clearwater Threshers vs. Daytona Tortugas

6:35-8:05 PM — Daytona Tortugas — Ticket required — Enjoy a night at a historic ballpark and witness the excitement of minor league baseball.

2025 ONE SOUND: When Music and the Word Collide

7 PM – 3 PM — 100 N Atlantic Ave — Donation required — Celebrate gospel music with inspiring performances and a message of hope.

Elite Tuner Car Show

3-8 p.m. — Ocean Center — Premier showcase of custom tuner cars and high-performance builds.

Beach Squad Beach Cleanup

8:30-10:45 a.m. — Sun Splash Park — Free entry — Help keep Daytona Beach beautiful while enjoying a day by the ocean.

Friday Night Rock with Big Engine

6 PM - 12 AM — Saints & Sinners Pub — Entry details not specified — Enjoy an evening of live rock music from the renowned band Big Engine.

Star Spangled Summer: Def Leppard & AC/DC Tributes

7:15-8:45 p.m. — Daytona Beach Bandshell — Free entry — Experience an electrifying tribute concert featuring Absolute Def Leppard and Highway to Hell.

The Marshall Tucker Band Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — Peabody Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the rich sounds of The Marshall Tucker Band with hits spanning decades.

Esh x Schief Live Performance

8 PM - 12 AM — Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort — Free entry — Multi-genre electro/acoustic duo delivering classic covers and original tunes.

Beach Squad Beach Cleanup

8:30-10:45 a.m. — Sun Splash Park — Free entry — Help clean the beach while enjoying the sun and contributing to ocean health.