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⭐ Father Lopez’s Bergyn Baliton Dominates State Weightlifting Meet
Issue #476
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19 Feb
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Father Lopez’s Bergyn Baliton Dominates State Weightlifting Meet
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Father Lopez senior Bergyn Baliton secured two more state weightlifting titles at the Class 1A championships, bringing her total to four over her high school career. Competing in the 110-pound division, she dominated both Olympic and traditional events, winning by significant margins.
Flagler Palm Coast’s Nya Williams, a sophomore, finished second in Olympic and fourth in traditional in the Class 3A 119-pound category, leveraging tiebreakers to her advantage. Seabreeze senior Sofia James placed fourth in the Class 2A 169-pound traditional event, improving her total from last year.
Several other local lifters had strong showings, including FPC’s Madeline Brinker and Matanzas’ Ryann Parkinson. Father Lopez’s Alexa Galvedon and Victoria Viera also placed in their respective events.
With these performances, local weightlifters showcased their strength on the state’s biggest stage, setting the foundation for future success.
Proposed Bike Week Changes Stir Controversy Among Businesses, Residents
A public meeting discussing proposed changes to Bike Week and Biketoberfest rules drew backlash from business owners and residents. Held at Peabody Auditorium, the meeting addressed potential increases in business fees, expanded parking into residential areas, and the allowance of temporary tattoo artists.
Main Street business owners voiced concerns over higher fees cutting into profits, while residents opposed expanded parking, citing past disruptions and security risks. Tattoo shop operators objected to out-of-town artists setting up temporary stations, fearing negative impacts on established businesses.
City officials stated that no decisions have been made and that the proposals remain under discussion. The City Commission will review the changes in the coming months, with final decisions expected no earlier than April or May. Any new rules would take effect for Biketoberfest in October, leaving this year’s Bike Week unchanged.
Bill Jones’ Mission: Preserving History, One Building at a Time
For more than two decades, Bill Jones has been reshaping Ormond Beach’s historic downtown, restoring rather than replacing its aging structures. A 70-year-old New Yorker and longtime entrepreneur, Jones has methodically acquired properties along West Granada Boulevard, transforming them into thriving businesses while preserving the city’s heritage.
His projects include Alexander’s steakhouse, Ormond Garage, and Rose Villa, a restored 1900s inn. Unlike typical developers, Jones isn’t forcing out businesses or hiking rents—he’s creating opportunities for local entrepreneurs.
Jones, who also owns the auto electronics company Metra, plans to extend his revitalization efforts north to New Britain Street, incorporating mixed-use spaces. His motivation is personal, inspired by his late father’s belief that downtown Ormond Beach deserved better.
“You can have the biggest tombstone in the cemetery,” Jones says, “or you can leave behind a legacy.” His work suggests the latter.
Source: See Full Story in Click Orlando
Ormond Beach Contractor Charged with Fraud After Alleged $23K Theft
John Day Photo: Volusia County Sheriff
Ormond Beach contractor John Day has been charged with grand theft and fraud after allegedly taking a $23,027 deposit from a couple for a project he never started. The owner of Coastal Stair Company LLC, Day was hired in 2022 but failed to deliver any work, leading the couple to report the case to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.
When questioned, Day claimed that Hurricane Ian had destroyed the materials stored in the basement of his rented home. However, the property owner told investigators that the home had not sustained significant damage and did not have a basement.
Day was also arrested on a separate warrant for failing to appear on a charge of contracting without certification. He was booked into the Volusia County Branch Jail and later released on $31,000 bail. Authorities continue to investigate the case.
Source: See Full Story at Fox35 Orlando
Shirley Sprague, 93, of Ormond Beach, passed away on February 17, 2025.
Marie Brandly, 97, of Ormond Beach, passed away on February 12, 2025.
John O’Donnell, 75, of Ormond Beach, passed away on February 12, 2025.
Christine Margaret (Colvell) Zimmerman, 74, of Ormond Beach, passed away on February 8, 2025.
Francis Leroy Smith ("Frank" or "Sparky"), of Ormond Beach, passed away on January 25, 2025.
Donald Ray Williams, 75, of Ormond Beach, passed away on January 31, 2025.
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Tue Feb 18
Event: Alzheimer Association's In-Person Caregiver Support Group, 10:30–11:30 AM
Aberdeen Tennis Court, 40 Allwood Green Blvd, Ormond BeachEvent: My Plate for Older Adults, 1:00–2:00 PM
Conviva Senior Primary Care, 420 S Nova Rd Suite 5, Ormond BeachEvent: Private Training: 1 Day, 2:00–4:00 PM
Ormond Beach Sports Complex, 700 Hull Rd, Ormond BeachEvent: My Plate for Older Adults, 4:30–5:30 PM
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Calvary Christian Academy Athletic Department, 1681 W Granada Blvd, Ormond BeachEvent: City Commission Meeting, 7:00 PM
Ormond Beach City Hall, 22 S Beach St, Ormond BeachEvent: Camp Pictona, February 18–21
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Wed Feb 19
Event: Ormond By The Sea Lions Club Meeting, 6:30 PM,
Alfies Restaurant, 1666 Ocean Shore Blvd., Ormond Beach
All Are Welcome! More info at (386) 441-4421Event: Private Training: 1 Day, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM Ormond Beach Sports Complex, 700 Hull Rd Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Jordan Redding, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
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Ormond Beach Farmer's Market, 22 S Beach St, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Thursday Night with Hayfire!, 6 – 9 PM
Clarion Inn Ormond Beach at Destination Daytona, 1635 US-1, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Datenight With Friends 2.0, 6 PM
Pepper's Mexican Grill and Cantina, 794 S Atlantic Ave, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Daytona Beach Gator Club - Gator Nation Giving Day, 6 – 8 PM
Ormond Brewing Company, 301 Division Ave UNIT 15, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Chamber. Coffee. Connect., 9 – 10 AM
Ormond Beach Chamber of Commerce, 165 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Exhibit Opening Reception: Artifacts of Transformation, 5 – 7 PM
Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E Granada Blvd, Ormond BeachEvent: Third Thursday Docent Tour, 4 – 5 PM
78 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Kids Club, All Day
1464 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: News Channel 6 Live Broadcast, All Day
49 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Trivia Night at Kava Kula, 8 – 10 PM
Kava Kula Kava Bar & Lounge, 142 E Granada Blvd #213/214, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Camp Pictona, All Day
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