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⭐Local Contractor Wants River Bend, Tragic Death Of Two Youngsters, Cooler Weather Is Coming

Issue #1074

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.George Sloane
13 Oct

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⛳ Contractor Offers $5 Million for River Bend

Holly Hill’s GPS Civil Construction has offered Ormond Beach $5 million for the former River Bend Golf Course and surrounding city parcels.

Its proposal would expand the airport business park and add hangars, offering a different vision from two interested buyers seeking to reopen the course.

The 172-acre property is not currently for sale. City officials say an airport master plan update is needed as part of the FAA land-use review process.

River Bend closed in 2020, and residents continue advocating for its return as a public golf course.

🕯️ Police Investigate Two Boys’ Deaths

In Daytona Beach, police say the deaths of two boys, ages 3 and 5, appear to have been a tragic accident.

Their bodies were found Sunday in a retention pond near Clyde Morris Landing Apartments. Police Chief Jabari Young said the children left their apartment while their mother briefly slept.

Surveillance footage showed them near the pond before both became submerged. Young said investigators have found no obvious signs of foul play.

The investigation remains ongoing, and information has been forwarded to the State Attorney’s Office.

Source: MyNews13

🍂 Cooler Weather Could Arrive This Weekend

Looking ahead to the weather, North and Central Florida may finally get a taste of fall. According to the National Weather Service forecast cited by the News-Journal, a modest cold front could bring weekend highs in the upper 70s.

That would offer a welcome break from October’s lingering summer warmth—though full sweater season may still be a little farther away.

Florida’s coolest stretch generally falls between December and February, with January typically the coldest month. For now, the approaching front could make outdoor plans feel considerably more comfortable.

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Events for Tuesday, October 13, 2026

Ormond Beach

  • Event: 📖 Legacy Adults Word Study, 10:30–11:30 AM — Calvary Youth Center, 1687 West Granada Boulevard, Ormond Beach. Join a Bible study exploring the theme “Christ Who Heals.” Calvaryfl

  • Event: 🏙️ State of the City Luncheon, 11:30 AM–1 PM — Oceanside Country Club, 75 North Halifax Drive, Ormond Beach. Hear updates on the city’s progress and future priorities. Tickets: $60 for Chamber members; $80 for nonmembers. Oct 13, 2026

  • Event: 🎨 Reimagined: Collage & Mixed Media on Wood, noon–3 PM — Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 East Granada Boulevard, Ormond Beach. Create artwork with Priscilla Humay using keepsakes, collage, colored pencils, and acrylics. All skill levels welcome; $60 members/$70 nonmembers. Registration required. ormondartmuseum.org

  • Event: 🎃 Grace Lutheran Pumpkin Patch, noon–4:30 PM — Grace Lutheran Church, 338 Ocean Shore Boulevard, Ormond Beach. Browse pumpkins at the church’s annual fall patch. www.observerlocalnews.com

  • Event: 💼 CareerSource Job Assistance, 4–5 PM — Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 South Beach Street, Ormond Beach. Get help with résumés, job searches, interview preparation, and Employ Florida registration. volusia.org

Daytona Beach

Events for Wednesday, October 14, 2026

Ormond Beach

Daytona Beach

  • Event: 🏍️ Indian Motorcycle Demo Rides, 10 AM–5 PM — Indian Motorcycle Daytona Beach, 290 North Beach Street, Daytona Beach. Test-ride the latest models for free. Riders must be 25 or older with a motorcycle endorsement and proper safety gear. Daytona Beach, FL 32114

  • Event: 🎸 Biketoberfest Kickoff with Buzzards & Hairdaze, 4 PM–midnight — Main Street Station, 316 Main Street, Daytona Beach. Enjoy live rock from Buzzards and Hairdaze, plus $1 domestic longnecks from 6–8 PM. mainstreetlive.com

  • Event: 🎬 You Had to Be There, 4:15 PM — Cinematique Theater, 242 South Beach Street, Daytona Beach. A documentary about the Toronto Godspell production that united future comedy stars. Admission: $12 general/$7 members. Daytona Beach, FL 32114

  • Event: 🍽️ Gather for Good: Seabreeze High School Theatre, 5–8 PM — P.F. Chang’s at ONE DAYTONA, 1862 Victory Circle, Suite L100, Daytona Beach. Mention Seabreeze High School Theatre when ordering to support its programs; ONE DAYTONA will match the restaurant’s donation up to $500. ONE DAYTONA

  • Event: 😂 Dinner with Dean, 5–8:30 PM — Cristy B’s Comedy Club, 242 South Beach Street, Suite 100, Daytona Beach. Italian dinner from Via Canaletto paired with comedian Dean Napolitano. Dinner reservations required; ticket options start at $28.29 including fees.

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