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Daytona
Thursday, November 20th, 2025
Good morning, Daytona Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Neighbors and community groups are urged to collect food items now for the 40th anniversary of WESH 2’s Share Your Christmas food drive on Dec. 12 — which will be broadcast live across six counties. Donations will support Second Harvest Food Bank with drop-off events at locations including Daytona International Speedway — a vital stop for easing food insecurity. WESH
- ➤ The Riley family faced hardships after a job loss in July and the loss of their dog but stays hopeful through the FBH TeenZone program at Galaxy Middle School—where sponsors help Tat-Yana and Mahlia learn important life skills. The family shared holiday wish lists for Santa as they continue to focus on giving during tough times. The Daytona Beach News-Journal
- ➤ Family and friends held a celebration of life at Daytona State College in Daytona Beach on November 17th for former VBIA executive director Sandy Burke Bishop (died October 17th at age 68). The Daytona Beach News-Journal
- ➤ Sandy Bishop (68), who led the Volusia Building Industry Association and volunteered with Food Brings Hope, was honored at a Nov. 17 celebration at Daytona State College attended by about 150 family and friends who remembered her strong, caring approach. Her work helped guide a rebound in local homebuilding after tough times, and two affordable homes named Sandy 1 and Sandy 2 will be built on the last lots she secured in 32114. The Daytona Beach News-Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Daytona Beach will host the 2026 Welcome to Rockville festival featuring My Chemical Romance, Foo Fighters and Guns N’ Roses at Daytona International Speedway from May 7 to May 10—Early Bird Passes are on sale now. News 6
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Undergraduates at Embry-Riddle are testing supermirror coatings in the Prescott LIGO Optics Lab to help scientists hear faint ripples from space. They built a custom optical scanning system that measures tiny light shifts to guide future detector upgrades + improve research precision. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
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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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Daytona Beach Turkey Trot 5k
7:30-11:30 a.m. — LandShark Bar & Grill — Registration fees apply — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a festive 5k run followed by a feast full of island flavor.
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Daniel Jüde Live Performance
8 PM – 12 AM — Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of rock music with American singer-songwriter Daniel Jüde.
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Light Up Main Street Festival
2-9 p.m. — Daytona Beach Main Street — Free entry — Kick off the holiday season with lights, music, and festive cheer along Main Street.
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Nextmile Run Club
6-8 p.m. — Riverfront Esplanade — Free entry — Experience Daytona Beach’s most energizing community run that merges fitness and fun.
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Cirque Dreams Holidaze
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Peabody Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience a dazzling holiday spectacle with stunning circus arts and captivating performances for the whole family.
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Blues Night with Blood Brothers & Guests
7:30-11:30 p.m. — The Bank & Blues Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of authentic blues with celebrated artists Mike Zito, Albert Castiglia, and more.
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