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⭐911 remembered, White Castle Coming Soon, More On School Board Investigation, Flagler Paid Parking

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🇺🇸 25 Years Later, a First Responder Remembers

As the nation marks the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks, retired NYPD officer Marc Pedevillano is remembering the day he headed toward Manhattan while others were trying to escape. After learning the second World Trade Center tower had been struck, Pedevillano packed several uniforms and reported for duty, eventually working at Ground Zero.

Now a community outreach officer with the Ormond Beach Police Department, Pedevillano says what stays with him is not only the devastation, but also the humanity that followed. From volunteers serving meals to agencies pitching in wherever they could, he remembers a city united by service. His hope 25 years later is simple: that people remember the sacrifices and compassion that defined those difficult days.

🍔 White Castle Slides Into Daytona

Daytona Beach is about to get a little more square. White Castle will open its first Daytona Beach restaurant on Sept. 22 at 1944 LPGA Blvd., with a 9 a.m. ribbon-cutting followed by a day of festivities.

The restaurant will be only the fourth freestanding White Castle in Florida and is expected to bring 60 jobs to Volusia County. The 105-year-old burger chain entered Florida relatively recently, opening in Clermont in 2021 and expanding into the Orlando area. Another location is planned for St. Augustine.

Company leaders say Daytona Beach's distinctive character made it an appealing destination for the next “Castle.” For local fans of the chain's famous sliders, the drive to satisfy a Crave is about to get considerably shorter.

🔎 Outside Attorney to Investigate School Board Complaint

An outside employment attorney will investigate an internal complaint involving Volusia County School Board member Donna Brosemer, according to two board members. The board unanimously approved hiring attorney Deborah C. Brown at $300 per hour to conduct what the agreement describes as an impartial investigation.

The district has declined to release the complaint while the investigation remains active. Board member Krista Goodrich said an employee raised concerns about Brosemer, while Brosemer says she has not yet been told the substance of the allegation. An earlier district email indicated the chief of communications had filed a complaint concerning comments Brosemer posted on social media.

Brosemer voted for the investigation, while questioning its scope, potential cost and what authority the board ultimately has to discipline an elected member.

🅿️ Flagler Beach Moves Toward Paid Parking

After decades of discussion, Flagler Beach is moving closer to ending free parking along its shoreline. City commissioners have selected a vendor to operate a paid parking program along State Road A1A and in city lots, with a launch currently targeted for mid-2027.

Plenty of details remain unsettled, including parking rates, enforcement hours, zones and the number of resident permits. One point is clearer: Flagler Beach property owners are expected to receive at least one free parking pass.

Visitors and some local businesses are already raising concerns that another expense could discourage beach trips and customer traffic. With the vendor selected, city officials will now negotiate a contract and work through the finer points of a program that has been debated in Flagler Beach for more than 30 years.

Source: ClickOrlando

Recent Arrests

Ormond Beach Police Department

  • Wesley Nathan Roosendaal, 61, Ormond Beach— arrested Aug. 31; fleeing/attempting to elude; DUI alcohol/drugs. Bail: $3,000.

Holly Hill Police Department

  • Alan Joseph Hallett, 34, Holly Hill— arrested Aug. 29; burglary of occupied structure; criminal mischief $200–<$1,000. Bail: $3,000.

  • Jeniffer Michelle Sammons, 39, Holly Hill— arrested Aug. 29; petit theft merchandise/farm transit, 2+ prior convictions. Bail: $2,500.

  • Joseph Ceretto, 39, Holly Hill— arrested Aug. 31; fraudulent use of credit card 2x within 6 months; larceny/petit theft. Bail: $3,000.

Volusia County Sheriff’s Office

  • Eamon Lawrence Oktar, 22, Ormond Beach— arrested Aug. 29; battery on specified personnel; resisting officer without violence; causing bodily harm. Bail: $6,500.

  • Kyle William Henline, 36, Ormond Beach— arrested Aug. 30; grand theft motor vehicle. Bail: $2,500.

  • Anthony Sahid Zavala, 24, Ormond Beach— arrested Sept. 1; aggravated battery with deadly weapon; robbery with firearm. Bail: $25,000.

  • Frederick Antonio Gordon, 68, Ormond Beach— arrested Sept. 2; drug equipment possession/use; controlled substance without prescription. Bail: $3,000.

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 11, 2026

Ormond Beach

  • Event: 🌱 Ormond Beach Garden Club Garage, Plant & Bake Sale, 8:00 AM–2:00 PM
    Ormond Beach Garden Club Sale, 14 Concord Dr., Ormond Beach, FL 32176
    The Garden Club's annual sale features household treasures, plants, planters and baked goods, with bake-sale proceeds supporting its scholarship fund.

  • Event: 🎨 Frida Kahlo Acrylic Painting with Sylvia Gortz, 1:00–3:00 PM
    Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach, FL 32176
    All-levels guided art workshop creating a colorful Frida Kahlo-inspired portrait while learning color mixing, layering and brush techniques. Supplies are included; registration is $75 for members and $85 for nonmembers.

Daytona Beach

  • Event: 🏃 RUN DAYTONA 2026 – Opening Day, September 11–13
    ONE DAYTONA, 1 Daytona Blvd., Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Opening day of RUN DAYTONA weekend, featuring 5K, 10K and 15K activities, family events and a unique course that takes participants through Daytona International Speedway.

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

  • Event: 🎸 Friday Night Live: Midnight Mayhem, 6:00–8:30 PM
    Victory Circle at ONE DAYTONA, 1 Daytona Blvd., Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Midnight Mayhem brings a high-energy mix of hits from across the decades to ONE DAYTONA's Friday Night Live series.

  • Event: 😂 Bret Ernst Live at Cristy B's, 6:30–8:00 PM
    Cristy B's Comedy Club, 242 S. Beach St., Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Friday-evening stand-up performance by comedian Bret Ernst at Downtown Daytona's comedy club.

  • Event: 🎸 Are Friends Electric Live, 8:00 PM–12:00 AM
    Main Street Station, 316 Main St., Daytona Beach, FL 32118
    Friday-night live performance by Are Friends Electric at the historic Main Street garage bar and music venue.

  • Event: 🚗 Daytona Friday Night Meet, 8:00–11:00 PM
    Best Buy, 1900 W. International Speedway Blvd., Unit 200, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Weekly Friday-night gathering for Daytona-area car enthusiasts.

  • Event: 😂 Bret Ernst Live at Cristy B's – Late Show, 8:30–10:00 PM
    Cristy B's Comedy Club, 242 S. Beach St., Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Late Friday-night performance by comedian Bret Ernst.

Events for Saturday, September 12, 2026

Ormond Beach

  • Event: 🐕 2nd Annual Dog Days of Summer Pet Party & Fundraiser, 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
    The Casements North Lawn, 25 Riverside Dr., Ormond Beach, FL 32176
    Free, family-friendly fundraiser for Daytona Beach German Shepherd Rescue featuring dog demonstrations, training tips, the Daytona Disc Dog Demo Team, pet vendors, food trucks, raffles and giveaways.

  • Event: 🚗 Clearly Protected Grand Reopening & Open Car Show, 11:00 AM–2:00 PM
    Clearly Protected, 1250 Hand Ave., Ormond Beach, FL 32174
    Free open car show and grand reopening featuring food vendors, a Rivian R2 display, live vehicle-film installation, prize drawings and free washes for the first 30 vehicles through the gate.

  • Event: 🎨 Mono-Print & Mixed Media Landscapes with Lisa Carlson, 1:30–3:30 PM
    Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach, FL 32176
    Hands-on workshop exploring mono-printing, pastels, inks, masks, acrylics and mixed-media landscape techniques. Beginners and experienced artists are welcome; registration is required.

  • Event: 🎸 Woodstock ’69, 7:00 PM
    Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center, 399 N. U.S. 1, Ormond Beach, FL 32174
    A live concert celebrating the music and spirit of the legendary 1969 Woodstock era at the Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center.

Daytona Beach

  • Event: 🏃 RUN DAYTONA 2026, Saturday Events Throughout the Day
    ONE DAYTONA / Daytona International Speedway, 1 Daytona Blvd., Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Part of the September 11–13 running weekend featuring 5K, 10K and 15K events, family activities and courses that give participants an opportunity to run on Daytona International Speedway.

  • Event: 🏈 Bethune-Cookman Wildcats vs. Stetson Hatters, 4:00 PM
    Daytona Stadium, 3777 LPGA Blvd., Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    College football matchup marking the historic first meeting between Volusia County rivals Bethune-Cookman and Stetson.

  • Event: 🎤 Star Spangled Summer: Man in the Mirror – Michael Jackson Tribute, 7:15 PM; Fireworks 9:45 PM
    Daytona Beach Oceanfront Bandshell, 70 Boardwalk Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32118
    Free oceanfront concert featuring a Michael Jackson tribute, followed by the Saturday-night fireworks display. General admission is free, with reserved VIP seating available.

  • Event: 😂 Ron White, 8:00 PM; Doors 7:00 PM
    Peabody Auditorium, 600 Auditorium Blvd., Daytona Beach, FL 32118
    Grammy-nominated comedian and Blue Collar Comedy Tour favorite Ron “Tater Salad” White brings his signature storytelling and stand-up comedy to Daytona Beach.

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