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⭐ Ormond Beach Celebrates Small Business Saturday Tomorrow with Festive Flair
Issue #394
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29 Nov
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Ormond Beach Celebrates Small Business Saturday Tomorrow with Festive Flair
Image: Ormond Main Street
Tomorrow, November 30, Ormond Beach will transform its historic district into a bustling celebration of local businesses as part of the nationwide Small Business Saturday initiative. Organized by Ormond Beach MainStreet, the event highlights the importance of shopping and dining locally and is supported by the American Express Neighborhood Champion Program. The festivities aim to showcase more than 40 locally-owned businesses along Granada Boulevard, spanning from A1A to Orchard Street.
Visitors will encounter special sales, pop-up shops, and activities for children as they enjoy the festive atmosphere marked by signature blue-and-white balloons. Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus, and their elves will roam the boulevard, offering photo opportunities and spreading holiday cheer. Participating restaurants, such as Grind Gastropub, Rose Villa, and Wild Rabbit, will offer seasonal menus to keep shoppers fueled for the day.
In addition to the day’s festivities, the Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt kicks off on Saturday, extending through next week. Participants can search for hidden elves at various local businesses to win prizes redeemable at shops and restaurants throughout the district.
Maps of participating locations and updated event details are available online at ormondmainstreet.com/smallbizsat or via the Small Business Saturday in Historic Ormond Beach Facebook page. Organizers emphasize the event’s role in strengthening the unique character of the community and supporting its small business owners year-round.
Volusia Deputies End Four-Hour Standoff with Armed Gunman
Photo; Volusia County Sheriff
A quiet Thanksgiving morning in Ormond-by-the-Sea turned violent when a man opened fire on neighbors and law enforcement, leading to a four-hour standoff that ended in his death.
Authorities say the shooter, identified as Joseph Difusco, a veteran and convicted felon from Connecticut, began firing at homes and residents near Ocean Shore Boulevard after deputies initially responded to a mental health crisis earlier that day. Despite efforts to provide assistance, Difusco refused medical evaluation and later barricaded himself in his residence.
Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood described the ordeal as unprecedented in his 37 years of service. The shooter reportedly fired nearly 200 rounds, targeting deputies and surrounding apartments. Attempts to negotiate were met with more gunfire, prompting law enforcement to position snipers and ultimately take action to end the standoff.
No residents or deputies were injured in the incident, which left the community shaken.
Source: See More at Daytona News-Journal
Recent Arrests
Ormond Beach Police Department
Destiny Patrice First, 24, Ormond Beach: Arrested Nov. 19; conspiracy to commit kidnapping, aggravated child abuse. No bail.
Holly Hill Police Department
Guernica Glenray Virgil, 42, Holly Hill: Arrested Nov. 17; aggravated assault, tampering with a witness. No bail.
Steven Taylor Sawyer, 29, Holly Hill: Arrested Nov. 19; aggravated assault. Bail: $2,500.
Volusia County Sheriff's Office
James Duranojr Daniels, 53, Holly Hill: Arrested Nov. 16; battery. No bail.
James Everett Menas, 47, Ormond Beach: Arrested Nov. 18; possession of burglary tools, burglary of an occupied dwelling. Bail: $2,500.
Miguel Paschoal Garcia, 22, Ormond Beach: Arrested Nov. 19; aggravated stalking, attempted burglary of an occupied dwelling, injunction violation. No bail.
Stephanie Louise Keenan, 38, Ormond Beach: Arrested Nov. 20; possession of a controlled substance, driving while license canceled. Bail: $6,000.
Volusia County Detention Center
Terrance Damon Johnson, 42, Holly Hill: Arrested Nov. 18; grand theft of motor vehicle, resisting officer without violence. No bail.
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Fri Nov 29
Event: 1st Annual Prostreet Mayhem, 6:00 PM
1653 US-1, Ormond BeachEvent: Birthplace of Speed Antique Gaslight Car Parade, 7:00 PM
The Casements, 25 Riverside Dr, Ormond BeachEvent: Watercolor Christmas Card Set (6), 5:30 – 7:30 PM
The Salty Mermaid, 1546 - 1548 Ocean Shore Blvd, Ormond BeachEvent: LIVE MUSIC @ Grind Gastropub, 7:00 – 11:00 PM
Grind Gastropub & Kona Tiki Bar, 49 W Granada Blvd, Ormond BeachEvent: Open House - Ormond Garage at Birthplace of Speed Park, Time TBD
Birthplace of Speed Park, 21 Ocean Shore Blvd, Ormond BeachEvent: Seth Pause, 7:00 PM
Grind Gastropub & Kona Tiki Bar, 49 W Granada Blvd, Ormond BeachEvent: Private Training: 1 Day, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Ormond Beach Sports Complex, 700 Hull Rd, Ormond BeachSat Nov 30
Event: Sea Glass Tree Class, 1 – 4 PM
The Salty Mermaid, 1546 - 1548 Ocean Shore Blvd, Ormond BeachEvent: Holiday Market at The Arboretum, 9 AM – 6 PM
Arboretum, 3065 W State Road 40, Ormond BeachEvent: Full Throttle Saturdays, 4 – 11 AM
Daytona Beach Motos, 430 S Yonge St, Ormond BeachEvent: A Birding Workshop, 9 – 11 AM
Tomoka State Park, 2099 N Beach St, Ormond BeachEvent: LIVE MUSIC @ Grind Gastropub (Ormond Beach), 7 – 11 PM
Grind Gastropub & Kona Tiki Bar, 49 W Granada Blvd, Ormond BeachEvent: KONA TIKI BAR, 7 PM
Grind Gastropub & Kona Tiki Bar, 49 W Granada Blvd, Ormond BeachEvent: The Black Sheep Ceili Band Fundraiser to benefit..., 12 – 3 AM
393 W Granada Blvd, Ormond BeachSun Dec 1
Event: Ormond Sunday Experience, 10:00 AM
Calvary Christian Center, 1687 W Granada Blvd, Ormond BeachEvent: Sunday Semi-Private: FG/KO, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Ormond Beach Sports Complex, 700 Hull Rd, Ormond BeachEvent: Monthly Cruise In at Blues & Brews Bistro, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Blues & Brews Bistro, 790 S Atlantic Ave, Ormond Beach
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