Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 29th of September.
Good morning, Daytona Beach.
Holiday light displays in Central Florida now have tickets on sale, with Orlando’s Leu Gardens’ Dazzling Nights set to begin on Nov 28 and Daytona International Speedway’s Magic of Lights scheduled from Nov 21 to Jan 3.
The Asian Lantern Festival at the Central Florida Zoo and the Festival of Trees at the Orlando Museum of Arts will offer festive activities for families—each event providing unique experiences—ensuring a joyful start to the holiday season.
Tropical Storm Watch for coastal areas was dropped as Imelda shifts away from the shore — however, Tropical Storm Warnings for offshore waters remain in effect with rough surf, high rip current risk and gusty winds expected within the next 36 hours.
County officials warned beachgoers today to avoid the water as Tropical Storm Imelda and Hurricane Humberto bring life-threatening surf and rip currents to east coast beaches—only experienced surfers are risking the choppy waves.
Tropical Depression 9 is expected to become a tropical storm by tonight as it moves north and brings rough surf and high rip currents to coastal communities.
The storm is forecast to track near Cape Canaveral at 2 p.m. today before turning away later this week as a Category One hurricane—residents should follow local updates.
A class action lawsuit alleges that nearly a dozen corporations conspired to raise lot rents at manufactured home parks by using market reports to coordinate hikes, forcing residents like Ruth Koretsky to pay nearly double what she did when she moved in—raising antitrust concerns.
Beachtober Fest
5 PM – 9 PM — Dunes Brewing — Cost varies — Celebrate Bavarian culture with beachside fun and crisp brews at this lively festival.
Kamenar Live Concert
7-11 p.m. — Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach — Tickets available — Enjoy a high-energy performance by the independent hard rock band Kamenar from Tampa, FL.
Big Engine Performance
1-5 p.m. — Saints & Sinners Pub — Free entry — Rock out with Big Engine as they bring their high-energy music to the biker crowd of Ormond Beach.
Gary Allan Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Peabody Auditorium — Ticket information available — Experience a night of captivating country music with Gary Allan.
2025 Fall Southeast Section Meeting
12 AM - 8 AM — Courtyard by Marriott Daytona Beach Speedway/Airport — Free entry — Connect with fellow community members at this engaging multi-day meeting.
Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood Live Show
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Peabody Auditorium — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of spontaneous humor with iconic improv legends from 'Whose Line is it Anyway?'.
Live Hart Concert
12-4 p.m. — Latitude Margaritaville Daytona Beach Sales Center — Free entry — Experience the jazzy, mellow indie sounds of Live Hart, an artist to watch.
Over 50 Meetup at Stonewood Grill
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Stonewood Grill & Tavern — Free entry — Enjoy good food and casual conversations with fellow fun-loving people.
Biketoberfest® 2025 Kickoff
6-10 PM — Doghouse Bar & Grill — Free entry — Celebrate Biketoberfest® with live music, food trucks, and vibrant festivities.
The Good Life Band: Biketoberfest Performance
7-11 p.m. — Full Moon Saloon — Admission details not specified — Enjoy a vibrant mix of Rock & Roll, Country, and Party Music from the 60s to 90s.
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