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Thursday, November 13th, 2025
Good morning, Daytona Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 13th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Katie Williams opened a food pantry in her front yard on Queen Palm Drive in Edgewater to help neighbors who lost food help after a government shutdown halted SNAP benefits, and she stocked her shelves with items from Aldi. Local residents quickly donated tubs, tables & other supplies to support those in need. WESH
- ➤ Daytona Beach shopping centers are getting ready for the holiday season as Tanger Outlets and Volusia Mall display festive decorations. Tanger Outlets will host a free tree lighting celebration on Friday from 6 to 8:30 p.m., and a new Trader Joe's will open at Tomoka Town Center on Friday at 9 a.m. after a brief ribbon cutting ceremony at 8:55 a.m. The Daytona Beach News-Journal
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, Tanger Outlets and Volusia Mall in Daytona Beach were decorated for the holiday season — a video showed the new Trader Joe's with festive touches. The Daytona Beach News-Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Embry-Riddle student Logan Schierholz spent nine weeks this summer at the Big Bear Solar Observatory studying solar flares with a statistical model under mentor Dr. Vasyl Yurchyshyn + he later presented his research at an NJIT symposium and now applies his skills on ionospheric projects at Daytona while preparing for his master’s degree. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ After two nights of record low temperatures, at least 100 manatees were seen at Blue Spring State Park in Orange City on November 12. Park officials said the surge will be short-lived as temperatures warm to the low to mid-70s & the water becomes too warm for the manatees to stay. The Daytona Beach News-Journal
- ➤ Residents in Flagler and Volusia counties saw a rare display of the northern lights this week due to a powerful geomagnetic storm—photos capture bright pinks and greens lighting the sky. Meteorologists warned the storm may disrupt GPS and satellites and said the aurora could be visible again today early in the morning away from city lights. WNDB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Daytona Beach residents, business owners and community stakeholders will meet at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 18 at Peabody Auditorium — to review design renderings by Catalyst Design Group for updating Main Street’s sidewalks, lighting and landscaping between the Halifax River and Atlantic Ocean. The designers will refine the plans based on feedback before they present an updated proposal to city commissioners. The Daytona Beach News-Journal
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Greggie and The Jets: Elton John Tribute
7-9 p.m. — Crimson House NSB — Get ready to sing along to all your favorite Elton hits with this ultimate tribute band.
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Harvest Fest at ONE DAYTONA
3-6 p.m. — Victory Circle Splash Pad — Free entry — Celebrate the fall season with live music, a petting zoo, and exciting carnival games for all ages.
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Floyd Nation Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Peabody Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Pink Floyd’s legendary album Wish You Were Here with a stunning visual and sonic experience.
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The Good Life Band at Salty D's Beachside
6-10 p.m. — Salty D's Beachside — Check website for pricing — Enjoy rocking tunes from the 60s to the 90s with The Good Life Band.
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Over 50 Social Club Meet & Greet
6-8:30 p.m. — Fletcher's Irish Pub — Enjoy happy hour and connect over good food and games in a relaxed atmosphere.
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Legends Classic Basketball Showdown
7-8:30 p.m. — Ocean Center — Tickets available — Witness the UCF Knights take on the Pittsburgh Panthers in this exciting college basketball clash.
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Jeff White Music Performance
4-8 p.m. — Ocean Deck Restaurant & Beach Bar — Free entry — Experience an acoustic blend of Funk, Jazz, and Blue-eyed Soul by a local artist.
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Francesca Tarantino: Sunset Songwriter Cruise
4:30-8:30 p.m. — World Famous Boat Tours — Enjoy a scenic cruise while Francesca Tarantino performs a mix of rock and country rock hits.
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Austin Miller Live Performance
3-7 p.m. — Crimson House NSB — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of music inspired by classic rock legends with Austin Miller.
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Nextmile Run Club
6-8 p.m. — Riverfront Esplanade — Free entry — Experience Daytona Beach's vibrant community run with fitness and fun.
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