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⭐ Flood Warning, Ocean Center Refurb, Hot Yoga in OB, Local Songwriters, Creekside Fest Delayed
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Today’s Forecast
Tropical Update
Brian Shield’s Forecast
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🌧️ Stormy Skies Ahead in Volusia County
Flood Watch is the phrase of the weekend for Volusia County residents, as the National Weather Service has issued an alert through Sunday morning, Oct. 5. Up to 5 inches of rainfall could soak coastal areas, prompting concerns for flooding near canals, streams, and low-lying properties. Meanwhile, a High Surf Advisory remains in effect with 5 to 8 feet waves and a strong rip current risk—so maybe skip the surfboard.
Public Works crews are working preemptively, clearing drainage paths and prepping for any flooding emergencies. County officials are urging residents to stay weather-aware, avoid flooded roads, and steer clear of ocean dips. Stay updated via Volusia County's social channels, emergency management app, or the National Weather Service website.
Source: Volusia County
🎤 Ocean Center Hopes for Encore with $40M Makeover
Daytona Beach’s Ocean Center is tuning up for a revival. Once graced by legends like Frank Sinatra, Cher, and Elton John, the venue is getting a $40 million facelift to mark its 40th anniversary. The goal? A comeback tour featuring A-list acts.
Concert promoter Danny Wimmer Presents—of Welcome to Rockville fame—will now handle bookings, hinting at a future packed with big-name performances. Renovations include everything from arena flooring and LED lighting to VIP suites and upgraded sound systems. But the pivot will be gradual. The Ocean Center is still focused on conventions and trade shows that pump revenue into the local hotel economy.
With new leadership and a commitment to quality, Daytona may soon become a hot ticket on the touring circuit again.
Source: Daytona News-Journal
🧘♀️ Hot Yoga Lounge Heats Up in Ormond & Flagler
Hot Yoga Lounge is striking a powerful pose in Volusia and Flagler. Owners Heather Doutrick and Stephaney Erdman recently opened a new location in Ormond Beach and have just acquired One Love Yoga in Flagler Beach, expanding their footprint from the original Palm Coast studio.
Located at 400 S. Atlantic Ave. in Ormond Beach, the new studio is already bustling with group classes and workshops—and there are plans for sunrise and beach yoga. Meanwhile, the acquisition of One Love Yoga on Oct. 1 came as a serendipitous bonus, adding another serene space to their wellness mission.
What started as a dream years ago is now a rapidly growing community for both long-time yogis and newcomers. Doutrick sums it up best: “Ideally, what we want is this will be their second home.”
Visit myhotyogalounge.com for class info and schedules.
Source: Ormond Observer
🎶 Ormond Beach Live Delivers Local Color and Sound
Ormond Beach was alive with sound and color during the seventh annual Ormond Beach Live festival, held Sept. 27 at The Casements, Rockefeller Gardens, and Fortunato Park. Over 100 musicians performed on 14 stages while more than 70 vendors offered everything from handmade candles to IV hydration.
The original music and art event, presented by Songwriters Showcases of America, drew crowds young and old. Kids had their own fun with mural painting and karaoke, and the youth art contest again crowned young Marilyn Welch, who won for the second year in a row.
Among the festival highlights were first-time vendors like Salty Drip IV Hydration and first-time performers like Ormond Beach-based band Sober Cafe. It was a day that celebrated creativity, community, and a whole lot of local pride.
Source: Ormond Observer
⛈️ Palm Coast’s Creekside Festival Delayed by Weather
Mother Nature has RSVP’d “no” to this weekend’s Creekside Festival in Palm Coast. The popular event, originally set for Oct. 4-5, has been rescheduled for Feb. 7-8, 2026, due to expected thunderstorms and high surf conditions.
Hosted at Princess Place Preserve, the Creekside Festival typically draws crowds for its mix of bluegrass, arts and crafts, and family-friendly activities. But safety comes first, especially with forecasts calling for 80% rain and coastal flooding.
Stay updated on the new festival date and details at flaglerbroadcasting.com.
Source: Daytona News-Journal
Recent Arrests
Ormond Beach Police Department
David Jeremy Rodriguez (19) – Arrested on 2025-09-20. Charge(s): False imprisonment. Bail: Not set.
Robert Wesley Allen (41) – Arrested on 2025-09-21. Charge(s): Domestic battery by strangulation. Bail: Not set.
Bryan Yamil Morales Perez (33) – Arrested on 2025-09-21. Charge(s): Grand theft. Bail: $2,500.
Holly Hill Police Department
Jared D. Cosby (25) – Arrested on 2025-09-20. Charge(s): Fleeing or attempting to elude with lights and siren active. Bail: $2,500.
Rodd Arlyn Westpfahl (56) – Arrested on 2025-09-23. Charge(s): Written threats to kill or do bodily injury. Bail: Not set.
Volusia County Sheriff’s Office
Venessa Lynn Hildenbrand (50) – Arrested on 2025-09-19. Charge(s): Possession of a controlled substance without a prescription. Bail: $2,500.
Daniel A. Curtis (43) – Arrested on 2025-09-23. Charge(s): Failure of sex offender to properly register. Bail: Not set.
Ezell Anthony Riley (34) – Arrested on 2025-09-23. Charge(s): Aggravated battery on a pregnant person. Bail: Not set.
Rochelle A. Edick (47) – Arrested on 2025-09-25. Charge(s): Possession of amphetamine with intent to sell, possession of a controlled substance without a prescription, sale of heroin, possession of drugs with intent to purchase. Bail: $10,000.
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Fri Oct 3
Event: 🎉Community Appreciation Night, 6 – 9 PM
The Casements, 25 Riverside Dr, Ormond Beach
An evening dedicated to honoring the local community with festivities and engagement.Event: 🎬Movies on the Halifax - Beetlejuice
The Casements, 25 Riverside Dr, Ormond Beach
Outdoor screening of the classic film "Beetlejuice" for a fun night under the stars.Event: 🎨Creative Club!, 9:30 – 11:30 PM
150 Tomoka Ave, Ormond Beach
A late-night creative workshop inviting all to express themselves through various art forms.Event: 🎸Javier Pérez @ Ormond Garage, 6 – 10 PM
Ormond Garage, 48 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach
Live music performance featuring Javier Pérez in a vibrant, garage-themed setting.
Sat Oct 4
Event: 🏃VOLUSIA COUNTY MS XC, Time Not Specified Ormond Beach Middle School, 151 Domicilio Ave, Ormond Beach A middle school cross-country meet featuring teams from across the county.
Event: 🎃2025 Fall Festival, All Day County Line Family Farms, 77 Cir S Rd, Ormond Beach Enjoy the opening weekend of the annual fall festival featuring pumpkins, a corn maze, and fun family activities.
Event: 🥃Moonshiner's Master Distiller Tour, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Copper Bottom Craft Distillery, 998 N Beach St, Holly Hill An exclusive tour and tasting experience at an award-winning local distillery.
Event: 🐾Blessing of the Animals, 2:00 PM Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 1225 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach A special service to bless beloved pets in honor of St. Francis of Assisi.
Event: 🎨Jellyfish Watercolor Painting Class, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM The Salty Mermaid, 1546 Ocean Shore Blvd, Ormond Beach Learn to paint a beautiful jellyfish using watercolors in this guided art class.
Event: 🍷Wine Curiosity, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM beach + vine, 1458 Ocean Shore Blvd, Ormond Beach An afternoon wine tasting event to explore new and interesting varietals.
Event: ✨Ormond Art Walk: Lesley Ehlers Pop-Up, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach Part of the First Saturday Art Walk, featuring a special pop-up exhibit by artist Lesley Ehlers in the gardens.
Event: 🥋Stan Lee's United Martial Arts 30th Anniversary, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM Stan Lee's United Martial Arts, 11 S Washington St, Ormond Beach A community celebration of the studio's 30th anniversary with demonstrations and activities.
Event: 🙏St Francis Day - Animal Blessing, 5:00 PM St. James Episcopal Church, 44 S Halifax Dr, Ormond Beach Bring your pets for a special blessing in honor of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi.
Event: 🎤Live Music with Mark Chirico, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM beach + vine, 1458 Ocean Shore Blvd, Ormond Beach Enjoy live music from Mark Chirico while you dine and shop.
Event: 🎓Mainland Senior High School Class of 1980 Reunion, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM RiverGrille on the Tomoka, 950 U.S. Rte 1, Ormond Beach A reunion event for the Mainland Senior High School class of 1980.
Event: 🖼️First Saturday ORMOND ART WALK, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM Starts at, 23 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach A monthly self-guided tour of local galleries and venues in the Ormond Beach arts district.
Sun Oct 5
Event: ✨Light Up Seaglass Tree or Succulent Class, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM The Salty Mermaid, 1546 - 1548 Ocean Shore Blvd, Ormond Beach Create a beautiful light-up decoration using seaglass in the shape of a tree or a succulent.
Event: 🎸Big Engine, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM Saints & Sinners Pub, 1635 U.S. Rte 1, Ormond Beach Enjoy a live afternoon performance from the popular rock band Big Engine.
Event: 💃Beginner Pole 6-Week Series, 4:00 PM 443 S Nova Rd, Ormond Beach The first class of a 6-week series introducing the fundamentals of pole fitness.
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