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⭐Family Escapes Injury, West Marine Restructures, Ormond Teen Gets Stuck

Issue #955

16 Jun

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🚔 Family Escapes Injury in Early Morning Home Invasion

A Volusia County family is counting its blessings after a frightening home invasion ended without physical injuries despite multiple gunshots being fired inside their neighborhood. According to the Volusia County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to a home near Daytona Beach around 5:30 a.m. Monday after receiving reports of a break-in and gunfire.

Investigators say 26-year-old Bernard Millsap Jr. allegedly entered the home, fired several shots, and fled the area before law enforcement arrived. Family members were inside the residence at the time and were asleep when the incident unfolded. Fortunately, no one was struck by the gunfire.

One resident described experiencing a flood of emotions afterward, including confusion, anger, sadness, and relief that everyone survived unharmed. Deputies later identified Millsap as the former boyfriend of one of the victims inside the home. Authorities say he surrendered peacefully and was taken into custody at his Holly Hill apartment before 11 a.m.

While the investigation continues, the case serves as a reminder of how quickly a dangerous situation can escalate and how fortunate this family was to avoid tragedy.

Source: WESH.com

⛵ West Marine Restructures, Daytona Store Remains Open

West Marine, the nation's largest boating and marine supply retailer, has announced plans to close 59 stores across 23 states as part of a Chapter 11 bankruptcy restructuring. The company cited several challenges, including supply chain disruptions, extreme weather events, and changing consumer spending habits that have affected business operations in recent years.

Florida will see the largest impact, with eight locations scheduled to close. However, there is positive news for local boaters and anglers: the Daytona Beach location has not been included on the current closure list and appears to be safe for the time being.

Founded in 1968 as a small mail-order rope business operating from a California garage, West Marine grew into a nationwide marine retail giant with hundreds of locations and a flagship store in Fort Lauderdale. Company officials emphasized that stores remain open during the restructuring process and that customers can continue shopping as usual.

For now, Daytona-area boating enthusiasts can breathe a sigh of relief as their local West Marine continues serving the community while the company works through its financial reorganization.

📸 Selfies and a Stuck Truck Lead to Misdemeanor Charge

An off-road excursion in Ormond Beach ended with a truck stuck in a drainage ditch, a collection of selfies, and a misdemeanor charge for a local 17-year-old driver.

Police were called after receiving a report that someone had driven across private property, become stranded in a stormwater drainage ditch, and was taking photographs in front of the immobilized vehicle. When officers arrived, they found both the teenager and the truck still at the scene.

According to the police report, the incident is part of an ongoing issue involving juveniles driving off established roadways and damaging public rights-of-way. Investigators estimate the damage to city-owned property at $888, representing approximately six hours of repair work.

During the investigation, the teenager reportedly acknowledged he would not have driven through the area had he known it was prohibited. The comments, however, did little to change the outcome, and he now faces a misdemeanor charge.

The unusual incident serves as a reminder that social media photo opportunities can sometimes come with unexpected and expensive consequences.

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Events for Tuesday, June 16, 2026

Ormond Beach

  • Event: 💻Digital Survival Part 3: Mobile Scanning and Printing, 2:00 PM–3:15 PM
    Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach, FL 32174
    Learn how to use a mobile device to scan documents and print.

  • Event: 🍝America Celebrates 250th Special – Spaghetti and Meatballs, 4:00 PM–8:00 PM
    Halifax Plantation Golf Club, 3400 Club House Drive, Ormond Beach, FL 32174
    A 250th celebration dining special at Halifax Plantation Golf Club.

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    Halifax Plantation Golf Club, 3400 Club House Drive, Ormond Beach, FL 32174
    Tuesday golf league event at Halifax Plantation Golf Club.

  • Event: 📚Art Book Club, 4:00 PM–5:00 PM
    Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 East Granada Boulevard, Ormond Beach, FL 32176
    Discuss Wild Thing: A Life of Paul Gauguin by Sue Prideaux; RSVPs encouraged and refreshments provided.

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  • Event: 🍳Summer BreakSpot: Dine-in Breakfast, 9:00 AM–10:00 AM
    Daytona Beach Regional Library, 105 Jackie Robinson Parkway, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Free sit-down breakfast provided at the library during the listed morning hour.

  • Event: 🧘AumShanti Yoga - Let It Be Flow, 9:30 AM–10:30 AM
    Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach, 918 N. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32118
    Beginner-friendly Vin/Yin yoga class combining vinyasa flow with restorative yin practice.

  • Event: 🎉Celebrate Summer: America250: Community Day!, 10:30 AM–11:30 AM
    Daytona Beach Regional Library Children’s Auditorium, 105 Jackie Robinson Parkway, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    A summer community program sponsored by the Friends of Daytona Beach Regional Library.

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  • Event: ⚽World Cup Watch Party, Match times vary
    PopStroke Daytona Beach, 1283 Cornerstone Boulevard, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Watch World Cup matches on 40 televisions with match-day food and drink specials.

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    Sessions at Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach, 918 N. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32118
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Events for Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Ormond Beach

  • Event: 👶Baby Tales on the Move, 10:00 AM–10:30 AM
    Ormond Beach Regional Library Sandcastle Auditorium, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach, FL 32174
    Early-literacy program for babies and caregivers.

  • Event: 💻eLab, 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
    Ormond Beach Regional Library LaunchPad, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach, FL 32174
    Basic computer skills training and assistance for adults.

  • Event: 🧺Learn to Weave: Americana Basket, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM
    Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach, FL 32174
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  • Event: 🍳Summer BreakSpot: Dine-in Breakfast, 9:00 AM–10:00 AM
    Daytona Beach Regional Library, 105 Jackie Robinson Parkway, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
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  • Event: 🧘AumShanti Yoga - Highway to OHM, 9:30 AM–10:30 AM
    Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach, 918 N. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32118
    Gentle yoga class on the Rock Royalty Terrace.

  • Event: 💻Computer Basics, 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
    Daytona Beach Regional Library eLab, 105 Jackie Robinson Parkway, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Beginner-friendly computer skills class for adults.

  • Event: 🎮Game On! American History Jeopardy®, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM
    Daytona Beach Regional Library Teen Area, 105 Jackie Robinson Parkway, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    American history-themed Jeopardy-style game program for teens.

  • Event: 🧱STREAM: Engineering with LEGO® Bricks, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM
    Daytona Beach Regional Library Children’s Area, 105 Jackie Robinson Parkway, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
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  • Event: ⚽World Cup Watch Party, Match times vary
    PopStroke Daytona Beach, 1283 Cornerstone Boulevard, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Watch World Cup matches on 40 televisions with match-day food and drink specials.

  • Event: 🎤Kickstart Karaoke, 7:00 PM–10:00 PM
    Sessions at Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach, 918 N. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32118
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