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Daytona
Wednesday, December 17th, 2025
Good morning, Daytona Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A painting honoring Women in Business was given to Ormond's Cici Brown today at the 20th annual Volusia-Flagler Women in Business event—featuring work by artist Thays Franca who reimagined Rosie the Riveter. The Daytona Beach News-Journal
- ➤ Daytona Beach is set to welcome new hotels, a reimagined Billy’s Tap Room, a dog beach and renovated landmarks like the Ocean Center & Jackie Robinson Ballpark in 2026, while the International Airport adds expanded flight options for locals and visitors. DaytonaBeach.com
- ➤ Sandra Hudson, a grandmother with four grandchildren, faced home damage from Hurricane Ian, and local programs helped her rebuild (through Fresh Market at the Mickel Brown Center and Florida Blue Healthy Living Program). She now cooks healthy meals in Daytona Beach, supported by her caring community. The Daytona Beach News-Journal
- ➤ WESH 2’s 40th Share Your Christmas drive raised $887,888 and collected 82,746 lbs of food — supporting 3.6 million meals for local families. The month-long event ran from Giving Tuesday through Dec. 12 and was honored with local proclamations. WESH
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ FBH Community's Lemerand Center of Excellence helps 5th grader David Dotson build confidence by offering after-school tutoring & nutritious meals. The program provides a safe, calm space in Daytona Beach for learning and support during the holiday season. The Daytona Beach News-Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Environmental advocates have raised concerns over a proposed permit that would let space companies release wastewater into the Indian River Lagoon, a fragile ecosystem targeted for cleanup + urging officials to review the plan to protect local water quality. FOX 35 Orlando
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, a makeover begins on North Beach Street between Bay and Michigan as city officials vote on a $1.26 million local match for a $10 million project to add new curbing, wider sidewalks, parking, landscaping, & utility upgrades that will finish by Nov. 30, 2027. The Daytona Beach News-Journal
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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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Esh x Schief: Ocean Deck Music Event
9 PM – 1 AM — Ocean Deck Restaurant & Beach Bar — Free entry — Enjoy a night of multi-genre electro/acoustic music as great hits from the past are covered and original tunes for the future are created.
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New Year's Eve Celebration with The Good Life Band
8 PM – 12 AM — Halifax River Yacht Club — Entry fee may apply — Celebrate the New Year with a lively mix of Rock & Roll, Country, and Party Music from the 60s to the 90s.
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Introduction to Wet Felting
10:30 a.m. — Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens — $120 Members, $150 Non-Members — Discover the art of wet felting and unleash your creativity with all materials provided.
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