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Friday, December 27th, 2024
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Good morning, Daytona Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Votran's fare adjustments aim to maintain service quality amidst operational cost increases; new rates start Jan. 1, remaining below Florida's average. Hometown News
- ➤ East Volusia offers a range of activities including low-cost pet clinics, educational nature programs, and community events to start 2025, enhancing animal welfare, environmental engagement, and local entertainment. Hometown News
- ➤ The top 10 most-viewed articles of 2024 on hometownnewsvolusia.com included diverse topics from ecological impacts of alligators to local business developments, capturing readers' varied interests. Hometown News
- ➤ The Volusia Manufacturers Association celebrated the accomplishments of industry leaders at its annual awards banquet, highlighting winners across various categories. Hometown News
- ➤ Volusia County beach parking will transition from free to a $20 daily fee starting in 2025. FOX 35 Orlando
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Walmart plans an 8,287-square-foot extension at its Daytona Beach location to improve online grocery pickup, leading to a reduction in parking spaces but enhancing site cleanliness and landscaping, despite no new employment creation. Hometown News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Daytona Beach's Midtown area is set for transformation with a master plan funded by $1 million, aiming to secure up to $40 million from HUD, while renovations continue at Jackie Robinson Ballpark. Hometown News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Halifax Health has expanded its healthcare services in Volusia County by opening a new emergency room at its Port Orange location, featuring board-certified ER physicians and on-site diagnostics. WNDB
- ➤ Flagler and Volusia counties completed a Community Health Needs Assessment for 2024, identifying mental health, economic stability, and healthcare access as top priorities for improvement. Hometown News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A bill to designate Jackie Robinson Ballpark in Daytona Beach as a National Historic Landmark has passed the Senate and awaits the President's signature, honoring Robinson's pivotal role in breaking baseball's color barrier. WESH
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Lost Lagoon Classic Car Show
A monthly classic car show featuring a variety of vehicles, food and drinks, and live music, set in a shaded venue.
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Honey Moonshine Acoustic Duo Performance
Honey Moonshine is a dynamic acoustic duo performing unique arrangements of classic rock songs and original music in Daytona Beach.
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New Year's Eve Celebration with Rage Against The DJ & Switch
Celebrate New Year's Eve at the Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach with live performances by Rage Against The DJ & Switch.
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Styx Live Concert
The iconic rock band Styx will perform live at the Peabody Auditorium, showcasing their extensive catalog and high-energy performances.
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Jeff Dunham Live Performance
Renowned ventriloquist Jeff Dunham will be performing live at the Ocean Center in Daytona Beach.
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Ali Siddiq Live Performance
Ali Siddiq will be performing at Peabody Auditorium in Daytona Beach.
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Live Music Performance by Hart at Latitude Margaritaville
Experience an afternoon of live music featuring Hart at the Latitude Margaritaville Sales Center in Daytona Beach.
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Czech National Philharmonic Orchestra Performing in Daytona Beach
The Czech National Philharmonic Orchestra, led by conductor Zsolt Hamar, will perform Smetana’s Overture to The Bartered Bride and Dvorak’s Violin Concerto and Symphony No. 7.
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2nd Annual 5 Star All-American Games
The 5 Star All-American Games will feature a series of competitive sports events for different age brackets, including certification checks and multiple championship rounds over the course of four days.
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10th Annual Shark Bite Half Marathon & 5k
The Shark Bite Half Marathon & 5k features two days of running events, including a half marathon and a 5k, held at Flagler Avenue Beachfront Park in New Smyrna Beach.
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