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Tuesday, December 23rd, 2025

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Good morning, Daytona Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of December.

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Embry-Riddle cadet Alec Bessonny was named Air Force ROTC All-American Student of the Year after being selected from 15 finalists out of 265 nominations. He will attend the Military Bowl in Annapolis on Dec. 27 to receive his award and scholarship.  Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

REAL ESTATE NEWS

  • Daytona Beach has issued a request for proposals to convert its 100-year-old Fire Station No. 1 into a sit-down restaurant and lounge. Proposals must be submitted online by 3 p.m. Feb. 10 from experienced (Florida-based) operators to maintain the historic charm near Riverfront Esplanade.  The Daytona Beach News-Journal
  • International Speedway Square retail complex in Daytona Beach was sold to DLC Management Corp, a New York real estate firm, for an estimated price of $30.4 million as Kite Realty from Indiana completed the deal per Volusia County property records.  WNDB

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 12/25/25

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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.

    Fri, 12/26/25

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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.

    Sat, 12/27/25

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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.

    Sun, 12/28/25

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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.

    Wed, 12/31/25

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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.

    Sat, 1/10/26

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  • Trivia Tuesdays

    6-8:30 p.m. — Dunes Brewing — Enjoy delicious beer and food while testing your knowledge in a fun trivia competition.

    Tue, 1/13/26

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  • Books & Brews

    5-9 p.m. — Dunes Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy craft beer and storytelling with author Sara Dahmen as she presents her novel The Tinsmith 1865.

    Wed, 1/14/26

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  • Drive-In Movie Night at Tiki Cove

    6:30-8 p.m. — Tiki Cove at Venetian Bay — Family-friendly event — Enjoy a delightful drive-in movie experience under the stars.

    Fri, 1/16/26

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  • IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship - Roar Before The Rolex 24

    6:59-10:59 p.m. — Daytona International Speedway — Ticket prices vary — Experience the excitement of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship with meet and greet options available.

    Sat, 1/17/26

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REAL ESTATE

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