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⭐Daytona Celebrates, History Takes the Stage, Florida Politics Evolves, The Tropics Stir

Issue #968

29 Jun

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🏆 Daytona's Cheer & Dance Championships Earn Statewide Recognition

Daytona Beach is celebrating another major win as the National Cheerleading Association and National Dance Association College Nationals received the Florida Sports Foundation's Larry Pendleton Partner Award for Best Small Market Awarded Event. The honor recognizes the Daytona Beach Area Convention & Visitors Bureau for its successful marketing of the nationally renowned championships, which bring thousands of athletes, coaches, and spectators to the Ocean Center and Daytona Beach Bandshell each year. Executive Director Lori Campbell Baker credited the longstanding partnership with Varsity Spirit, local hotels, and community stakeholders for helping make the event a signature tradition that continues to strengthen the area's sports tourism industry and national reputation.

🎭 Halifax Rep Brings 1776 to the Stage

Continuing the celebration of American tradition, Halifax Repertory Theatre opens its production of the Tony Award-winning musical 1776 this week at Daytona Beach's News-Journal Center. The production holds special meaning for director and producer Jack Cook, who first starred in the show as a seventh grader under the direction of his late father. Cast members also shared personal family connections to the musical, adding emotional depth to a production that blends humor, history, and heartfelt performances. Audiences can expect a lively portrayal of America's Founding Fathers, highlighting both the serious debates and larger-than-life personalities behind the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Performance Schedule:

  • Thursday, July 2 – 7:00 p.m.

  • Friday, July 3 – 7:00 p.m.

  • Saturday, July 4 – 2:00 p.m.

  • Sunday, July 5 – 2:00 p.m.

Tickets and information are available at www.halifaxrep.com.

🗳️ John Morgan Launches the "Common Ground Party"

Turning to the political arena, Orlando attorney John Morgan has officially announced the name of his new political organization: The Common Ground Party. Selected through a public contest that attracted more than 250 winning submissions, the party aims to promote compromise and reduce political division. Morgan says members will be known as "Grounders" and that voter registration efforts will begin soon, although the party has yet to release a formal platform or clarify whether it will operate solely in Florida or nationally. Morgan, who has claimed to be a Democrat and is founder of the Morgan & Morgan law firm, has previously played key roles in Florida campaigns supporting medical cannabis legalization and raising the state's minimum wage.

🌴 Tropics Stay Quiet—But Florida Watching New Disturbance

As Floridians head deeper into hurricane season, forecasters are keeping an eye on a developing weather system expected to form off the southeastern U.S. coast early this week. The National Hurricane Center says the broad area of low pressure currently has only a 20% chance of tropical development over the next seven days as it drifts westward. Meteorologists are also monitoring three tropical waves moving across the Atlantic, though none currently pose an immediate threat. The next named storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season will be Bertha. While there's no cause for alarm at this point, residents are encouraged to stay informed as tropical activity typically increases heading into July.

This Day In Florida History

  • 1842 — A public notice announced the sale of enslaved people near Tallahassee at the Fauntleroy Place plantation.

  • 1901 — Joseph Clifford Reed Foster began service as Florida’s adjutant general.

  • 1908 — Blue Creek School District No. 6 was created in Taylor County.

  • 1917 — Robert Leake Agee enlisted in the U.S. Coast Guard at Key West.

  • 1927 — The Florida Legislature approved an extension of Orlando’s city limits.

  • 1931 — Monticello recorded 109°F, the highest temperature ever officially recorded in Florida.

  • 1957 — Cocoa Beach incorporated as a city.

  • 1964 — Law enforcement agencies in St. Augustine recorded arrests connected to the civil rights demonstrations there.

  • 1967 — Governor Claude Kirk used line-item vetoes to cut major appropriations, including large education funding reductions.

  • 1979 — Governor Bob Graham vetoed H.B. 1580, a bill dealing with disputed competitive procurement procedures.

  • 1979 — Governor Bob Graham requested a Florida Supreme Court advisory opinion on when certain legislation would become law.

  • 1984 — Amendments to Florida’s community development district law took effect.

  • 1987 — Governor Bob Martinez signed the Surface Water Improvement and Management Act.

  • 2004 — Governor Jeb Bush signed the Wekiva Parkway and Protection Act at Wekiwa Springs State Park.

  • 2021 — Governor Ron DeSantis signed the Florida Wildlife Corridor Act into law.

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Angelic Gardens Brings Over Two Decades of Personalized Wellness to Ormond Beach

In an age where many businesses prioritize efficiency over experience, Angelic Gardens has spent more than 20 years doing the opposite. This full-service day spa on East Granada Boulevard has built its reputation on something increasingly rare: genuinely personalized care delivered in an atmosphere that feels more like home than a clinical treatment facility.

"We are a full-service day spa that offers massage, facials, and body treatments here in Ormond Beach," explains Kerri McDonnell, office coordinator at Angelic Gardens. But what the spa offers goes far beyond the standard menu of services. It's the approach to those services that sets Angelic Gardens apart.

Where Value Meets Expertise

At many spas, premium services come with premium upcharges. Not at Angelic Gardens. Hot stones, deep tissue, aromatherapy, sports massage, cupping, and prenatal massage are all available without additional fees. It's part of the spa's commitment to what McDonald describes as "giving clients more without hidden fees."

"Our therapists and estheticians are more than licensed professionals," McDonald says. "They are intuitive practitioners dedicated to their expertise in creating a personalized experience designed to help our clients feel and look their best." That dedication extends to continuing education, with therapists constantly updating their skills to bring fresh, current modalities to their practice.

The spa also provides something that shouldn't be revolutionary but often is: true hands-on treatment time. Clients receive the full service they book, from start to finish.

A Welcome That Makes a Difference

For many people, visiting a spa for the first time can feel intimidating. Angelic Gardens understands this deeply. McDonnell recalls how new clients often arrive feeling apprehensive about their first spa experience.

"Our staff makes them feel very comfortable by giving them a nice hot cup of tea and sitting them by the fireplace, and explaining what we do here in detail, and making them feel warm and welcome and part of the family," she explains.

This attention to emotional comfort is central to the spa's mission: helping clients relax, reduce stress, ease muscle tension and soreness, and improve mental wellbeing and emotional balance. The atmosphere reinforces this goal at every turn, designed to feel warm, homey, and inviting rather than clinical or impersonal.

Community Favorites and Special Offerings

Among the spa's most popular services are its highly reviewed couples massages, perfect for partners, friends, or mothers and daughters looking to share a relaxing experience together. Whether clients come for massage, facials, or body treatments, the focus remains consistent: customized care that addresses individual needs.

"We are beyond grateful to the Ormond Beach community for their support," McDonald says. To celebrate Angelic Gardens is offering a special promotion: $10 off a 90-minute massage or facial for anyone who mentions this article within the next month.

Experience the Difference

After more than two decades serving the Ormond Beach community, Angelic Gardens has proven that exceptional spa services don't require impersonal atmospheres or nickel-and-dime pricing. Instead, the spa has built lasting relationships through client-focused service, outstanding value, and a genuine commitment to helping people feel and look their best.

Angelic Gardens is located at 115 East Granada Boulevard, Suite 9, Ormond Beach. To book an appointment or learn more about services, call (386) 846-5200 or visit dayspawellness.com. You can also connect with them on Facebook at DaySpaWellness or Instagram at AngelicGardensOrmond.

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Fire and EMS Calls

  • 6/28/2026, 12:02 PM — Healthcare provider emergency near Ormond Beach
    Medical Emergency — Fleming Ave, Ormond Beach, FL 32174.
  • 6/28/2026, 10:02 AM — Medical emergency near Seaside and John Anderson Drive
    Medical Emergency — John Anderson Dr, Ormond Beach, FL 32176.
  • 6/28/2026, 10:02 AM — Person reporting chest pain near Ormond Beach
    Medical Emergency — dR, Ormond Beach, FL 32176.
  • 6/28/2026, 10:02 AM — Medical alarm triggered near Carolina Avenue in Ormond Beach
    Medical Emergency — Carolina Ave, Ormond Beach, FL 32174.
  • 6/28/2026, 9:02 AM — Still facility emergency near US-1 in Ormond Beach
    Medical Emergency — US-1 #104a, Ormond Beach, FL 32174.
  • 6/28/2026, 8:02 AM — Gas odor reported near Ormond Beach
    Fire & Arson — Ormond Green Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL 32174.
  • 6/28/2026, 4:02 AM — Crash reported on Lunaville Lane in Ormond Beach
    Traffic — Long Cove Rd, Ormond Beach, FL 32174.
  • 6/27/2026, 11:55 PM — Person reported breathing problem in Ormond Beach
    Medical Emergency — Coral Reef Way, Ormond Beach, FL 32174.
  • 6/27/2026, 11:32 PM — Non-medical lift assist on Stonehaven Trail
    Citizen Assist — Stonehaven Trail, Ormond Beach, FL 32174.
  • 6/27/2026, 9:39 PM — Person with heart problems treated in Ormond Beach
    Medical Emergency — Sawtooth Ln, Ormond Beach, FL 32174.

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Events for Monday, June 29, 2026


Ormond Beach

  • Event: 🎨Art Exhibit: The World We Make, 10:00 AM
    Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 East Granada Boulevard, Ormond Beach
    Isabella Losskarn and Jeff Schofield present brightly colored assemblages and hyper-realistic imagery reflecting on contemporary society and mass consumption.
  • Event: 🖼Quiet Light: The Art of Sara Pedigo, 10:00 AM
    Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 East Granada Boulevard, Ormond Beach
    Explore the representational works of Flagler College Professor Sara Pedigo, celebrating the poetics of light and quotidian experience.

Holly Hill

  • No public events found for Holly Hill on this date.

Daytona Beach

  • Event: 🤸AumShanti Yoga - Living on the Breath (Alignment Based), 9:30 AM
    Rock Royalty Terrace at Hard Rock Hotel, 918 N Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach
    Start your morning with a relaxing alignment-based yoga session on the terrace overlooking the beach.
  • Event: 🎲Rock & Roll Bingo, 7:00 PM
    Sessions at Hard Rock Hotel, 918 N Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach
    Enjoy a fun evening of Rock & Roll Bingo with music, drinks, and a great atmosphere at the Hard Rock Hotel.
  • Event: 🚣Sunset & Fireworks Kayak and Paddle Board Tour, 8:00 PM
    Three Brothers Boards, 212 South Beach Street, Suite 100, Daytona Beach
    Take a guided sunset kayak or paddleboard tour through scenic coastal waterways with chances to spot dolphins, manatees, and sea turtles.

Events for Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Ormond Beach
  • Event: 🎨Quiet Light: The Art of Sara Pedigo, 10:00 AM
    Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach
    Sara Pedigo is an artist whose representational work celebrates the poetics of light and quotidian experience.
  • Event: ⚾Volusia Sports Center - Transition Tuesday's, 5:30 PM
    Volusia Sports Center, 1137 S. Nova Road, Ormond Beach
    Let us help your athlete with a smooth transition as they end their spring machine pitch season and prepare for fall kid pitch season!
Daytona Beach
  • Event: 🧘AumShanti Yoga - Let It Be Flow (Vin/Yin) w/Lauren, 9:30 AM
    Hard Rock Hotel, 918 N Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach
    Enjoy a relaxing morning yoga session hosted on the Rock Royalty Terrace.
  • Event: 🎩Celebrate Summer: America250: Magician Mark Alan and Bixby, 10:30 AM
    Daytona Beach Regional Library, 105 Jackie Robinson Pkwy, Daytona Beach
    Join Magician Mark Alan for an hour-long comedy magic show with music, sound effects, lots of laughs, and audience participation.
  • Event: 🃏Wheel or No Wheel, 11:00 AM
    Daytona Beach Racing & Card Club, 960 S Williamson Blvd, Daytona Beach
    Participate in the Wheel or No Wheel poker event at the card club.
  • Event: 🎶Chuck Morel, 7:00 PM
    Sessions at Hard Rock Hotel, 918 N Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach
    Enjoy a night of live music by Chuck Morel at Sessions.

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