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Friday, December 12th, 2025
Good morning, Daytona Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Feral Ranch on 840 Pineda Road in Shady Acres will host its 'Feral Ranch with Santa at the Farm' event on Dec. 13, offering families photos with Santa + a highland calf along with hot chocolate and cookies for $10. The farm, open weekends, plans to welcome capybaras in 2026. Hometown News
- ➤ The Geminid meteor shower will peak Dec. 13-14 with up to 120 meteors per hour visible from dark sky spots across Florida. Clearer skies on the second night should boost views while NASA advises facing west to avoid moonlight (moon 30% full, rising at 2 a.m.). The Daytona Beach News-Journal
- ➤ FBH Community helped the Shaffer family after Justina faced serious health issues. The nonprofit provided necessary support in Daytona Beach when the family decorated their tree Tuesday, Dec. 9 + offered essential assistance during a difficult season. The Daytona Beach News-Journal
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bronx House Pizza will open a new restaurant at 1307 Cornerstone Blvd, Suite A in Daytona Beach, expanding its presence in the Tomoka Town Center area. The popular chain will debut its first Daytona location in February to offer more Italian dining options. WNDB
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local libraries in Daytona Beach and nearby areas present a series of holiday programs through the end of December, featuring storytimes, arts and crafts sessions, and adult learning workshops. Events occur today and throughout the month at branches including Daytona Beach, Ormond Beach, and Port Orange, so check individual schedules. Hometown News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ JetBlue has returned to Daytona Beach International Airport after nearly eight years with flights to New York and Boston. The flight landed at 10:10 a.m. Dec. 4 from JFK, and officials expect the routes to boost tourism and add 30 jobs * a promising sign for the economy. Hometown News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Eleven Florida high schools joined Daytona State College (Dec. 5) for the Sharpen Your Skills culinary competition. Competitors cooked three-course meals, created edible centerpieces and ran a relay challenge, with winners from Seabreeze, St. Lucie Centennial, Lake Mineola and South Lake high schools. Hometown News
- ➤ Embry-Riddle’s Center for Aerospace Resilient Systems will offer a summer internship from May 10 to August 10 for four students, giving hands-on experience to build advanced flight simulation systems as shown at DEF CON Aerospace Village last summer + applications open in January 2026. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Volusia Health Notes highlights several local health events this week. Veterans join a free creative seascape painting workshop at Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens on Dec. 17 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. + additional support groups for caregivers, breastfeeding, and mental health are scheduled at local centers. Hometown News
- ➤ Local Gen Z influencers and mental health advocate Andrae Bailey recorded a holiday song, 'Wish It Felt Like Christmas,' to spotlight rising teen depression and anxiety this season — the Breaking Thru project will use social media to share hope and practical support. News 6
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Daytona Beach's Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl
4:30-9 p.m. — WingHouse Bar & Grill — Ticketed entry — Embrace the holiday spirit in your ugliest sweater while enjoying games, contests, and festive cheer.
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Esh x Schief: Ocean Deck Performance
9 PM - 1 AM — Ocean Deck Restaurant & Beach Bar — Ticket info not specified — Enjoy a night of multi-genre tunes from a talented electro/acoustic duo.
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Roots & Rhythm Open Jam with Alaia Luna
6-9 p.m. — The Hub on Canal — Free entry — A monthly jam session led by local artist Alaia Luna for musicians and music lovers of all ages.
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Candlelight Christmas Carols Concert
8:30-9:45 p.m. — Brannon Center — Check event page for ticket prices — Experience the magic of Christmas carols performed by a string quartet in a candlelit setting.
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Carvana PPA Tour
6:59-9:59 p.m. — Pictona at Holly Hill pickleball — Free entry — Celebrate the holidays with local events while enjoying the festive atmosphere and activities around Daytona Beach.
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Swan Lake by International Ballet Stars
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Peabody Auditorium — Cost info not available — Experience an enchanting performance of Tchaikovsky's classic ballet.
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Esh x Schief: OCEAN DECK
9 PM - 1 AM — Ocean Deck Restaurant & Beach Bar — Check event page for details — Multi-genre electro/acoustic duo covering classics and creating original music.
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Christmas Day Champagne Buffet
11 AM – 4 PM — Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach — Cost varies — Enjoy a festive buffet with great food and live music in a vibrant holiday atmosphere.
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Jeff White Music Performance
4-8 p.m. — Ocean Deck Restaurant & Beach Bar — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of acoustic roots soul music from local artist Jeff White.
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Daytona KartWeek
All day — Daytona International Speedway — Tickets available on-site — Experience the excitement of the largest karting event in the world at Daytona International Speedway.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one's courage.
~ Anais Nin
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