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⭐1st United Methodist Redev, Cue Note Comes To OB, Free Eggs In Volusia, Drowing On OB Beach

Issue #1035

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.George Sloane
04 Sep

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⛪ First United Methodist Plans Major Redevelopment

First United Methodist Church of Ormond Beach is preparing for a complete campus redevelopment, with groundbreaking scheduled for Sept. 13. The 15- to 18-month project will replace aging buildings with a new two-story facility featuring childcare and children’s ministry areas, multipurpose space, offices and a central courtyard.

The project will also renovate and enlarge the sanctuary, improve accessibility and drainage, add parking and create a small reflective park while preserving the property’s mature trees. Lead Pastor Scott Smith said the redesign will consolidate a campus that developed piecemeal over decades and make it easier for families to navigate. Sunday services will continue throughout construction, with crews adjusting their schedules so the sanctuary can remain available for worship each week.

🎱 Cue Note Breaks Into Ormond Beach

Cue Note Billiard Room is expanding beyond Palm Coast with a new Ormond Beach location at 1140 W. Granada Blvd. The venue celebrates its grand opening Sept. 3 with a ribbon cutting and parking lot party from 4-6 p.m.

Inside, guests will find 15 pool tables, three golf simulator bays — including one offering multiple sports — two soft-tip dart games, billiard league play, a full kitchen and liquor bar. General Manager Celina Polverino said Cue Note aims to provide a polished alternative to the traditional pool-hall atmosphere, with particular attention paid to maintaining its billiard equipment. The venue welcomes guests of all ages most of the week, switching to 21-and-up after 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.

🥚 Settlement Sends Free Eggs to Volusia

Nearly 6 million eggs are being distributed to food banks across Florida as part of a nationwide antitrust settlement involving egg pricing. Attorney General James Uthmeier announced that Cal-Maine Foods is providing the state with 5.67 million Grade A eggs, with deliveries that began in July concluding this week.

The eggs are being distributed at no cost to food banks or taxpayers through Feeding Florida’s nine affiliate food banks. Four of the 21 truckloads are allocated to Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida, which serves Volusia along with Brevard, Lake, Marion, Orange, Osceola and Seminole counties. The settlement followed an investigation into egg-pricing benchmarks and also provides Florida with nearly $350,000 for antitrust enforcement and consumer protection.

🌊 Drowning Prompts Beach Safety Reminder

A man died after being found unresponsive in shallow water along the Ormond Beach coast on Sept. 2, according to Volusia County Beach Safety Ocean Rescue.

Lifeguards responded at approximately 12:24 p.m. and began lifesaving efforts after finding the man. He was transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Beach Safety officials said the cause of the drowning was not known at the time of the report. Following the incident, officials reminded beachgoers to swim in front of staffed lifeguard towers whenever possible. Residents and visitors can also use the Volusia Beaches app to check current beach conditions and find staffed lifeguard tower locations before heading into the water.

Recent Arrests

Ormond Beach Police Department

  • James Allen Taylor Jr., 37, Ormond Beach— arrested Aug. 22; robbery by sudden snatching. Bail: $1,500.

  • Kyle Austin Crumpler, 32, Ormond Beach— arrested Aug. 23; burglary; assault/battery. Bail: not set.

  • Robert M. Gari, 62, Ormond Beach— arrested Aug. 24; burglary of unoccupied conveyance. Bail: $3,000.

Volusia County Sheriff’s Office

  • Aidan Park Hohmann, 25, Ormond Beach— arrested Aug. 21; criminal mischief ($1,000+). Bail: $10,000.

  • Charles James Johnson, 42, Ormond Beach— arrested Aug. 25; controlled substance w/o prescription; cannabis possession; drug equipment possession/use. Bail: $3,500.

  • April Diane Wilson, 46, Ormond Beach— arrested Aug. 26; controlled substance w/o prescription; drug equipment possession/use. Bail: $3,000.

  • Brittney Danelle Nesbitt, 36, Ormond Beach— arrested Aug. 27; Schedule III substance; drug equipment possession/use; fleeing/eluding; resisting officer w/o violence; false firearm report. Bail: $3,500.

Holly Hill Police Department

  • Beth Eileen Leto, 42, Holly Hill— arrested Aug. 22; DWLS, habitual offender. Bail: $2,500.

  • Dale Huffert, 70, Holly Hill— arrested Aug. 25; burglary of unoccupied conveyance; petit theft. Bail: $11,000.

  • Jesshuan T. Foreman, 23, Holly Hill— arrested Aug. 26; aggravated battery (deadly weapon). Bail: not set.

Volusia County Sheriff’s Office

  • Nye Floyd Gevald Jr., 50, Holly Hill— arrested Aug. 21; concealed weapon by convicted felon; sale/possession w/intent to sell near place of worship/business; drug equipment possession/use; evidence tampering. Bail: $16,000.

  • Rollin Tie McCarty, 21, Holly Hill— arrested Aug. 21; aggravated assault w/deadly weapon w/o intent to kill; false imprisonment. Bail: not set.

  • Thomas Edward Fleming, 40, Holly Hill— arrested Aug. 26; controlled substance w/o prescription; drug equipment possession/use; own/rent vehicle known to sell drugs. Bail: $5,500.

  • Randi Lynn Coffey, 45, Holly Hill— arrested Aug. 27; sale of fentanyl; unlawful use of two-way communication device. Bail: not set.

NOTE: This report lists arrests only, not convictions, from publicly available information, All individuals are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

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Events for Friday, September 4, 2026

Ormond Beach

  • Event: 🌀 Hurricane Preparedness Workshop, 10:00 AM
    Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach, FL 32174
    A community workshop focused on hurricane preparedness and helping residents get ready for severe-weather emergencies.

  • Event: 🙏 Brotherhood Conference 2026, Pre-Party 4:30 PM; Service 6:30 PM
    Calvary Christian Center, 1687 W. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach, FL 32174
    Opening night of a two-day men's conference featuring food, sports, fellowship, worship and guest speakers. Admission is $20.

  • Event: 🎨 Free Family Art Night: Van Gogh Inspired 3-D Sunflowers, 5:30–7:00 PM
    Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach, FL 32176
    Free drop-in family art night featuring a Van Gogh-inspired 3-D sunflower project. Supplies and instruction are provided, and all ages are welcome.

  • Event: 🎬 Movies on the Halifax – How to Train Your Dragon (2025), 8:30–11:00 PM
    Rockefeller Gardens Park, 26 Riverside Dr., Ormond Beach, FL 32176
    Free outdoor screening of the 2025 version of “How to Train Your Dragon.” Bring blankets or lawn chairs for an evening movie along the Halifax River.

Daytona Beach

  • Event: 🛍️ Riverfront Market, 5:00–9:00 PM
    Riverfront Esplanade, 355 N. Beach St., Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Friday-night waterfront market featuring up to 45 local vendors and live music by Aaron Esposito.

  • Event: 🚚 Downtown Daytona Nights Food Truck Rally, 5:00–9:00 PM
    Magnolia Avenue & Historic Beach Street Area, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Free first-Friday gathering featuring area food trucks, music and additional activities in Downtown Daytona Beach.

  • Event: 🎨 First Friday Art Walk, Evening
    Beach Street Arts District, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Stroll among participating downtown galleries and cultural venues while meeting artists and enjoying art, refreshments and the First Friday atmosphere.

  • Event: 🐾 Paws, Whiskers & Wings Opening Reception, 5:00–9:00 PM
    Starry Night Gallery, 230 S. Beach St., Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Free opening reception celebrating animal-inspired artwork, with opportunities to meet artists and enjoy light refreshments; a portion of opening-night sales benefits Daytona Dog Beach.

  • Event: 🎨 Life with Colors Opening Reception, 5:00–9:00 PM
    Starry Night Gallery, 230 S. Beach St., Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Opening reception for Kindra Freeman's colorful solo exhibition featuring expressive wildlife paintings.

  • Event: 💃 Dancing Through the Decades, 5:30–10:00 PM
    Ocean Center, 101 N. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32118
    Council on Aging of Volusia County fundraiser featuring dinner, a DJ, dancing and decade-themed fun, benefiting programs including Meals on Wheels.

  • Event: 🎸 Friday Night Live: Easy Street Band, 6:00–8:30 PM
    Victory Circle at ONE DAYTONA, 1 Daytona Blvd., Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Easy Street Band performs a mix of classic and Southern rock, country, blues, soul and pop as part of ONE DAYTONA's Friday Night Live series.

  • Event: 😂 Comedy Uncorked Showcase, 6:30–8:00 PM
    Cristy B's Comedy Club, 242 S. Beach St., Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Stand-up showcase featuring a rotating lineup of comedians from Florida and beyond. Tickets are required and a two-item minimum applies.

  • Event: 🎵 Mercy's Well Concert, 7:00 PM
    Westside Baptist Church, 1085 Mason Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32117
    Christian and gospel concert featuring Mercy's Well.

  • Event: 🎸 Dyer Davis Live, 8:00 PM
    Main Street Station, 316 Main St., Daytona Beach, FL 32118
    Friday-night live performance by Dyer Davis at the historic garage bar and music venue on Main Street.

  • Event: 😂 Comedy Uncorked Showcase – Late Show, 8:30–10:00 PM
    Cristy B's Comedy Club, 242 S. Beach St., Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Late performance of the Comedy Uncorked stand-up showcase featuring a rotating lineup of comedians.

Events for Saturday, September 5, 2026

Ormond Beach

  • Event: 🙏 Brotherhood Conference 2026, 8:00 AM–12:00 PM
    Calvary Christian Center, 1687 W. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach, FL 32174
    The second day of a men's conference featuring breakfast and fellowship at 8:00 AM, followed by worship and guest speakers beginning at 9:30 AM. Admission is $20.

  • Event: 🎨 First Saturday Ormond Art Walk, 3:00–7:00 PM
    East & West Granada Boulevard / Historic Downtown, Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach, FL 32174
    Free community art walk featuring galleries, studios, museums, local businesses, live demonstrations and music. A complimentary shuttle connects participating locations, and The Casements offers free guided tours at 4:30 and 5:30 PM.

  • Event: 🖼️ Robert Shannon Turley Pop-Up & Gallery Talk, 3:00–7:00 PM; Gallery Talk 5:00 PM
    Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach, FL 32176
    Meet featured artist Robert Shannon Turley during the Art Walk, see his impressionistic-realistic landscapes and hear his 5:00 PM gallery talk. Turley also plans to perform guitar accompanied by flutist Myra Wooden.

Daytona Beach

  • Event: 🏃 Daytona Beach Labor Day 5K, 7:00 AM
    Beach course starting near 471 S. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32118
    Labor Day weekend beach 5K for runners and walkers featuring chip timing, finisher medals, age-group awards, professional race photos, music and a free Kids 100-meter Fun Run.

  • Event: 🚗 Daytona Flea & Farmer's Market Classic Car Cruise-In, 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
    Daytona Flea & Farmer's Market, 2987 Bellevue Ave. Ext., Daytona Beach, FL 32124
    First-Saturday classic-car cruise-in featuring hundreds of cars and music by DJ Frank Roberts. The event is free to browse and free for participating vehicles.

  • Event: 🃏 Summer Classic Tournament, 11:00 AM
    Daytona Beach Racing & Card Club, 960 S. Williamson Blvd., Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Part of the club's September 2–7 Summer Classic poker tournament series, with Saturday tournament action beginning at 11:00 AM.

  • Event: 🚘 First Saturday Cruisin' Car Show at ONE DAYTONA, 3:00–6:00 PM
    Victory Circle at ONE DAYTONA, 1 Daytona Blvd., Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Free monthly car show hosted by the East Coast Cruisers, featuring muscle cars, hot rods, classics and customs along with music, food and nearby shopping.

  • Event: 😂 Comedy Uncorked Showcase, 6:30–8:00 PM
    Cristy B's Comedy Club, 242 S. Beach St., Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Stand-up comedy showcase featuring a rotating lineup of comedians from Florida and beyond. Tickets are required and a two-item minimum applies.

  • Event: 🎶 One Sound: When Music & The Word Collide, 7:00 PM
    Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort, 100 N. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32118
    A faith-centered evening combining music and inspirational messages, presented as part of the 2026 Family & Friends celebration.

  • Event: 🎸 Star Spangled Summer: Ramble On & Highway to Hell, 7:15 PM; Fireworks 9:45 PM
    Daytona Beach Oceanfront Bandshell, 70 Boardwalk Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32118
    Free oceanfront concert featuring tributes to Led Zeppelin and AC/DC, followed by the free Saturday-night fireworks show at 9:45 PM.

  • Event: 😂 Comedy Uncorked Showcase – Late Show, 8:30–10:00 PM
    Cristy B's Comedy Club, 242 S. Beach St., Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Late-night edition of the stand-up showcase featuring a rotating lineup of comedians and rising talent.

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