Good morning, Daytona Beach.

On August 26, a 72-year-old surfer named David Coffee rescued a father and son from a rip current near Marianne Clancy Park in New Smyrna Beach after hearing their cries, and county officials reported both were fine.

Embry-Riddle researchers have developed an AI system that turns pilots’ and air traffic controllers’ radio talks into text to help reduce errors and improve safety.

The system uses speech recognition and natural language processing (via OpenAI’s Whisper) and has received $30,000 from the Boeing Center for Aviation and Aerospace Safety (to support future real-time tests).

Volusia County announced that all county administrative offices will be closed Monday, Sept.

1 for Labor Day while trash collection in unincorporated areas and disposal sites follow regular schedules. Votran will run a limited Sunday schedule on that day—regular transit services will resume on Sept. 2.

FDOT painted over the iconic checkered flag crosswalks along Int'l Speedway Blvd overnight due to a new state rule—leaving residents disappointed with the change—and Daytona International Speedway was notified in advance.

Daytona officials repainted the checkered flag crosswalk outside Daytona International Speedway — a move in a statewide crackdown on decorative street art — after FDOT said the change was needed because the pattern posed safety risks following a similar action in Orlando.

A recent Zumper.com analysis shows one-bedroom rentals in New Smyrna Beach are the priciest in the Orlando Metro area with a median price of $2,040 today—Daytona Beach and other nearby cities have lower rates.

Rising rents are urging more locals to consider buying homes rather than renting.

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.

Beach Squad Beach Cleanup

8:30-10:45 a.m. — Sun Splash Park — Free entry — Help keep Daytona Beach beautiful while enjoying the sun and community spirit.

Tom Segura Live

7-8:30 p.m. — Peabody Auditorium — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of comedy with one of the biggest touring comedians on his Come Together tour.