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⭐Celebrating 1000 Issues, "Hadestown" Opens, Seabreeze Raedy, Rolex 24 Tix Available

Issue #1000

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.George Sloane
31 Jul

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🎇🎇Celebrating 1,000 Issues of Ormond Local Pulse!

Today marks a milestone we're incredibly proud of—the 1,000th edition of Ormond Local Pulse!

What began as a simple idea has grown into a daily source of local news, events, and community information thanks to one important reason: you. Your readership, event submissions, and words of encouragement have made this newsletter what it is.

Thank you for welcoming us into your inbox each day and for supporting the people, organizations, and businesses that make our area such a wonderful place to call home.

As we look ahead to the next 1,000 issues, we invite you to continue being part of the journey. If your organization has an upcoming event or community announcement, let us know—we're always looking for ways to help spread the word. And if you enjoy Ormond Local Pulse, please tell your friends, neighbors, and coworkers to subscribe. Every new reader helps strengthen our local community.

From all of us, thank you for your trust, your support, and for making these first 1,000 issues possible. Here's to many more!

🎭 Hadestown: Teen Edition Opens at the PAC

The spotlight shines on local talent this weekend as Halifax Repertory Theatre presents Hadestown: Teen Edition at the Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center.

The acclaimed musical, inspired by the Greek myths of Orpheus and Eurydice, features a cast of talented young performers bringing the Tony Award-winning production to life. Performances begin Friday, July 31, and continue through Aug. 8, with both evening and weekend matinee shows available.

Whether you're a longtime theater fan or simply looking for a memorable night out, Hadestown: Teen Edition offers a chance to support local performers while enjoying one of Broadway's most celebrated modern musicals. Student and adult tickets are available through the Performing Arts Center box office.

🏈 Seabreeze Ready for the Next Step

The Seabreeze Sandcrabs officially kicked off preseason football practice this week, and Head Coach Mike Klein believes the program is ready to build on the foundation established over the past two seasons.

Entering his third year, Klein praised the team's leadership and expects a significant improvement offensively as coordinator Matt Dickmann begins his second season in the system. The Sandcrabs also return an experienced defensive line that Klein believes could become one of the team's strengths.

Sophomore quarterback Noah Bogdanowicz takes over as the starter, while senior receiver Danny Spada is embracing a leadership role by challenging teammates to maintain a high standard throughout camp.

Seabreeze opens preseason play against Matanzas on Aug. 14 before beginning the regular season Aug. 21 against Father Lopez.

🏖️ Should Daytona Beach Shores Become "The Shores"?

Daytona Beach Shores voters will decide this November whether to shorten the city's name to simply "The Shores."

Supporters of the proposal say the current name creates decades-old confusion with neighboring Daytona Beach and doesn't reflect the community's quieter, residential character. They also believe a new name would help distinguish the city for visitors, delivery services and businesses.

Not everyone is convinced, however. Some residents question whether the estimated $240,000 to $277,000 cost of replacing signs, logos, uniforms and other city materials is money well spent.

The City Commission unanimously agreed to place the proposal on the November 2026 ballot, leaving the final decision to the community's approximately 5,500 residents.

Source: MyNews13

And finally, race fans can already start making plans for one of Daytona's signature events—even if it's still more than a year away.

🏁 Rolex 24 Tickets Are Already on Sale

Tickets are now available for the 2027 Rolex 24 at Daytona, scheduled for Jan. 30-31 at Daytona International Speedway. Widely regarded as one of the world's premier endurance races, the event features elite drivers from around the globe competing for 24 continuous hours on Daytona's famed road course.

Fans can also attend the Roar Before the Rolex 24 on Jan. 22-24, offering a behind-the-scenes look as teams test and fine-tune their cars before race weekend.

With Porsche Penske Motorsport chasing another overall victory and driver Felipe Nasr aiming for an unprecedented fourth consecutive Rolex 24 win, next year's event is already shaping up to be another memorable chapter in Daytona racing history.

Recent Arrests

Ormond Beach Police Department

  • Keith Edward Krause, 36, Ormond Beach— arrested July 20; domestic battery by strangulation, false imprisonment, agg assault w/deadly weapon, criminal mischief. Bail: not set.

  • Deborah Ann Wilson, 48, Ormond Beach— arrested July 22; false bomb/explosion report. Bail: $7,500.

Holly Hill Police Department

  • Joseph M. Mazzacane, 39, Holly Hill— arrested July 19; child abuse. Bail: not set.

  • Shayoni Monique Williams, 30, Holly Hill— arrested July 20; agg assault w/deadly weapon. Bail: not set.

  • Major Kyle Manning, 41, Holly Hill— arrested July 21; false imprisonment. Bail: not set.

Volusia County Sheriff’s Office

  • Bruce Cameron Hart, 74, Ormond Beach— arrested July 17; cocaine possession, attempted paraphernalia possession. Bail: $2,000.

  • Amy Renae Taylor, 28, Ormond Beach— arrested July 18; public assistance fraud over $20K. Bail: $25,000.

  • John Peter Rose, 54, Ormond Beach— arrested July 20; firearm/ammo possession by convicted FL felon, controlled substance w/o prescription, paraphernalia, DWLS/revoked, new/legend drug w/o prescription. Bail: $6,750.

  • William J. Conner, 42, Ormond Beach— arrested July 23; child abuse, child neglect. Bail: $40,000.

  • Jordan Richard Barber, 35, Ormond Beach— arrested July 23; trafficking amphetamine/methamphetamine, controlled substance w/o prescription, paraphernalia. Bail: $6,000.

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, July 31, 2026

Ormond Beach

  • Event: 🎨Jewels Rule Summer Camp for Ages 6–11, All Day
    Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL 32176
    Final day of the museum’s five-day jewelry-themed summer art camp for children ages 6–11.

  • Event: 🎨Wellness Paint Party with Gina Bickish, 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
    The Casements, 25 Riverside Dr, Ormond Beach, FL 32176
    A creative wellness painting session with Gina Bickish at The Casements; the listed cost is $40 per class.

  • Event: 🎶Summer Sounds Free Concert Series, 6:00–8:00 PM
    Rockefeller Gardens Park, 26 Riverside Dr, Ormond Beach, FL 32176
    Free outdoor summer concert featuring the Black Velvet Duo; bring a lawn chair or blanket.

  • Event: 🎭Hadestown: Teen Edition, 7:00 PM
    Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center, 399 N US Highway 1, Ormond Beach, FL 32174
    Halifax Repertory Theatre presents the acclaimed musical’s teen edition, retelling the intertwined Greek myths of Orpheus and Eurydice and Hades and Persephone.

Daytona Beach

  • Event: 🥣Summer BreakSpot: Dine-in Breakfast, 9:00–10:00 AM
    Daytona Beach Regional Library, 105 E Magnolia Ave, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Free sit-down summer breakfast for children and teens ages 18 and under through the Summer BreakSpot program.

  • Event: 🤸 Wiggle, Giggle, Groove, 9:00–10:00 AM
    Daytona Beach Regional Library, 105 E Magnolia Ave, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Interactive physical-literacy program introducing young children and caregivers to movement and basic physical skills.

  • Event: 🐾 Mascot Meet and Greet, 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
    Daytona Beach Regional Library, 105 E Magnolia Ave, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    A family-friendly meet-and-greet with special mascot guests, photo opportunities, high-fives and crafts.

  • Event: 🍎Summer BreakSpot: Dine-in Lunch, 12:00–1:00 PM
    Daytona Beach Regional Library, 105 E Magnolia Ave, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Summer BreakSpot provides a nutritious sit-down lunch for children and teens ages 18 and under.

  • Event: 🎬Friday Flicks, 2:00–4:30 PM
    Daytona Beach Regional Library, 105 E Magnolia Ave, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Friday afternoon movie screening in the library’s North Auditorium; no registration is required.

  • Event: 🎵Sounds of Summer: Ultimate Garth Brooks – Garth Brooks Tribute, 7:15–9:30 PM
    Daytona Beach Bandshell, 70 Boardwalk Ave, Daytona Beach, FL 32118
    Free general-admission oceanfront concert featuring an Ultimate Garth Brooks tribute; VIP tickets are available for $15.

Events for Saturday, August 1, 2026

Ormond Beach

  • Event: 🎭 Hadestown – Teen Edition, 7:00 PM
    Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center, 399 N US-1, Ormond Beach
    A youth production of the award-winning musical presented at the city's performing arts center.

Daytona Beach

  • Event: ⚾ Daytona Tortugas vs. Bradenton Marauders, 6:35 PM
    Jackie Robinson Ballpark, 105 E. Orange Ave., Daytona Beach
    Minor League Baseball featuring the Daytona Tortugas in a home game against the Bradenton Marauders.

  • Event: 🎸 Never Stop Believin' – Journey Tribute, 7:15 PM
    Daytona Beach Oceanfront Bandshell, 70 Boardwalk Ave., Daytona Beach
    Free Star Spangled Summer concert featuring a Journey tribute band, followed by fireworks at approximately 9:45 PM.

  • Event: 🎶 Unlimited Devotion – Grateful Dead Tribute, 8:00 PM
    Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach, 918 N. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach
    Live Grateful Dead tribute performance at the Hard Rock Hotel's entertainment venue.

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