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⭐Memorial Day, OB Chamber Honors Teachers, Rip Current Warning, SpaceX Launch This Morning

Issue #933

25 May

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🇺🇸 The History of Memorial Day

Memorial Day began not as the unofficial start of summer, but as a solemn act of remembrance. In the years following the Civil War, communities across the United States began gathering in cemeteries to decorate the graves of fallen soldiers with flowers, flags, and prayers. The observance became widely known as Decoration Day, a name that reflected its original purpose: honoring those who had given their lives in service to the nation.

In 1868, General John A. Logan, leader of a Union veterans organization, called for a national day of remembrance on May 30. Over time, the observance expanded beyond Civil War dead to include Americans who died in all wars. After World War I, Memorial Day became a broader tribute to all fallen U.S. service members.

In 1971, Congress made Memorial Day a federal holiday observed on the last Monday in May. Today, amid family gatherings and long weekends, its deeper meaning remains: a national pause to honor sacrifice, remember courage, and reflect on the cost of freedom.

🍎 Chamber Honors Teachers of the Quarter

The Ormond Beach Chamber of Commerce celebrated eight local educators during its latest Teacher of the Quarter recognition on May 20 — part of the Chamber’s longest-running community program.

Each quarter, the Chamber partners with Ormond-area schools to spotlight teachers who go above and beyond in their classrooms. At the end of the school year, all 32 quarterly honorees and their principals are invited to a celebratory luncheon.

This round’s recipients represent schools across the community, from Beachside Elementary to Seabreeze High School. Honorees include educators in exceptional student education, math, guidance counseling, and elementary grade levels.

In a social media post, the Chamber praised the teachers’ dedication and daily impact, noting the “lasting difference” they make in students’ lives. It’s a reminder that while the school year may be winding down, the influence of a great teacher lasts far longer.

🌊 Officials Urge Caution as Memorial Day Crowds Hit the Beach

As Memorial Day weekend draws large crowds to the shore, Volusia County Beach Safety officials are urging swimmers to stay vigilant — especially when it comes to rip currents.

Deputy Chief AJ Miller says additional lifeguard towers will be staffed to handle the influx of visitors. Red flags warning of high surf or hazardous conditions are likely to fly throughout the weekend.

Beachgoers are encouraged to swim in front of staffed towers and remember the simple rule: when in doubt, don’t go out.

Officials also recommend downloading the Volusia Beaches app to check access points and surf conditions before heading out. With a festive atmosphere and packed sands, awareness becomes even more important.

For many, the beach is a holiday tradition. A little preparation, officials say, helps keep it a safe one.

Source: MyNews13

🚀 SpaceX Launch Set for Monday Morning

SpaceX is scheduled to launch a Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station no earlier than 7:41 a.m. on Memorial Day, May 25. The mission, dubbed Starlink 10-47, will carry 29 Starlink satellites into orbit.

The rocket will travel northeast after liftoff, with the first-stage booster landing on the drone ship “A Shortfall of Gravitas” in the Atlantic Ocean.

Depending on weather and cloud cover, the launch could be visible across parts of Volusia County — and potentially as far north as Jacksonville Beach.

There’s something uniquely Floridian about starting a federal holiday with a rocket launch. If skies cooperate, it may offer an early-morning show before the day’s festivities begin.

🌊 Beach Safety in Focus After Tragic Incident

A 2-year-old girl died May 23 after running into a traffic lane on the sands of New Smyrna Beach and being struck by a vehicle. The incident occurred near East Seventh Avenue. Authorities say the driver remained on scene and impairment or excessive speed are not believed to be factors.

With beach traffic increasing during holiday weekends, officials are urging parents to consider non-driving sections of the beach when visiting with children. For those in driving zones, beach safety officials recommend setting up on the ocean side of traffic lanes and holding children’s hands when crossing.

The tragedy underscores an important message: even in familiar places, vigilance matters.

This Day In Florida History

  • 1836 — A wartime letter was written from Chattahoochee to Governor Richard Keith Call during the Second Seminole War period.

  • 1895 — Chipley held a recorded Emancipation Day observance.

  • 1899 — Former Florida Governor Harrison Reed died in Jacksonville.

  • 1921 — Eatonville was recorded in a Florida-history entry as incorporated on this date.

  • 1950 — Pinellas County’s Juvenile Welfare Board held a documented meeting.

  • 1960 — A military aircraft ditched in rough seas off Cape Canaveral; two crew members died and twelve were rescued.

  • 1961 — President John F. Kennedy’s Moon-landing challenge set the course for the Apollo-era expansion of Florida’s Space Coast.

  • 1966 — The first Apollo/Saturn V vehicle rolled out from the Vehicle Assembly Building to Pad 39A at Kennedy Space Center.

  • 1977 — Gwen Cherry issued press remarks inviting Florida women to participate in the Florida Women’s Conference.

  • 1979 — John Spenkelink was executed at Florida State Prison, the state’s first execution after the death penalty was reinstated.

  • 1986 — Floridians joined unofficial Hands Across America gatherings as part of the national anti-hunger fundraiser.

  • 1990 — The 38th Annual Florida Folk Festival opened in White Springs.

  • 2012 — The 60th Annual Florida Folk Festival opened in White Springs.

  • 2022 — NASA small-satellite missions CPOD and PTD-3 launched from Cape Canaveral aboard Transporter-5.

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Fire and EMS Calls

  • May 24, 2026, 4:19 PM — Person requests EMS non-emergency vital check in Ormond Beach
    Medical Emergency — Sterthaus Dr, Ormond Beach, FL 32174. EMS non-emergency/vital check requested near the YMCA.

  • May 24, 2026, 4:19 PM — Vital check requested at Ormond Beach YMCA
    Medical Emergency — Sterthaus Dr, Ormond Beach, FL 32174. Responders dispatched for a vital check near Sterthaus Drive and North Center Street.

  • May 24, 2026, 3:14 PM — Medical alarm near Falls Way Drive in Ormond Beach
    Medical Emergency — Falls Way Dr, Ormond Beach, FL 32174. Medical alarm reported near Paradise Falls Circle and Truck Falls Drive.

  • May 24, 2026, 2:18 PM — Person experiences heart problem at Ormond Beach address
    Medical Emergency — Green Forest Dr, Ormond Beach, FL 32174. Emergency crews responded to a reported heart-problems incident.

  • May 24, 2026, 1:52 PM — Person choking near Seabreeze Drive in Ormond Beach
    Medical Emergency — Seabreeze Dr, Ormond Beach, FL 32176. Units responded to a possible choking incident near Ocean Shore Boulevard and John Anderson Drive.

  • May 24, 2026, 9:56 AM — Unconscious person located at Publix in Ormond Beach
    Medical Emergency — W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL 32174. Responders dispatched to Publix for a report of an unconscious person.

  • May 24, 2026, 9:49 AM — Elevator emergency at Phoenix Condominium
    Other Non-Crime Event — Ocean Shore Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL 32176. Firefighters responded to an elevator emergency; no injuries were reported.

  • May 24, 2026, 8:35 AM — Fire alarm near John Anderson Drive in Ormond Beach
    Fire & Arson — John Anderson Dr, Ormond Beach, FL 32176. Fire units responded to a possible alarm activation near Riverwood Drive.

  • May 24, 2026, 7:45 AM — Smoke reported in Ormond Beach structure
    Fire & Arson — Village Dr, Ormond Beach, FL 32174. Fire crews responded to visible smoke in a structure near Addison Drive.

  • May 24, 2026, 2:48 AM — Medical alarm at 956 Derbyshire in Ormond Beach
    Medical Emergency — Derbyshire Rd, Daytona Beach, FL 32117. Emergency units dispatched for a medical alarm near Derbyshire Road.

All transcripts, headlines, and summaries are automatically generated by AI from live dispatch audio. These alerts are not an official report. Alerts are based on unconfirmed dispatch communications that may change as situations develop. Review the original audio and verify details with official sources before relying on this information

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Events for Sunday, May 24, 2026

Ormond Beach

Holly Hill

  • Event: Holly Hill Riverside Market - 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
    Holly Hill Riverside Market, Holly Hill
    Weekly Sunday market with fresh produce, coffee, breakfast favorites, pastries, local honey, plants, gifts, homemade dog treats and more. Dogs are welcome on leash.

Daytona Beach

  • Event: Break the Silence 5K — Domestic Abuse Council - 8 a.m.–12 p.m.
    Riverfront Esplanade, Daytona Beach
    Run/walk event to raise awareness about domestic violence and support those impacted by it.

  • Event: AumShanti Yoga Dream On, Stretch Long - 9:30–10:30 a.m.
    Rock Royalty Terrace, Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach, 918 N. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach
    Gentle yoga session at the Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach.

  • Event: DJ Ced — Wilin Entertainment - 12–5 p.m.
    Sessions Terrace, Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach, 918 N. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach
    Brunch Remix event with DJ Ced spinning music during the afternoon.

  • Event: Nick Hildyard - 7–10 p.m.
    Sessions, Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach, 918 N. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach
    Live music performance at Sessions.

Events for Monday, May 25, 2026

Ormond Beach

  • Event: Memorial Day Remembrance Service - 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    Rockefeller Gardens Park, 26 Riverside Drive, Ormond Beach
    Free annual remembrance service honoring fallen service members. Presented by the City of Ormond Beach Parks & Recreation Department, Memorial Remembrance Committee, American Legion Post 267, and American Legion Unit 267.

Holly Hill

  • Event: Flex & Stretch - 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    1060 Ridgewood Ave., Holly Hill
    Fitness/stretching class listed for May 25. Verify with the organizer before attending.

  • Event: City Hall Closed - Memorial Day - All Day
    Holly Hill City Hall, 1065 Ridgewood Ave., Holly Hill
    City offices closed in observance of Memorial Day.

Daytona Beach

  • Event: Brunch Remix — DJ Ced - 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    Sessions Terrace, Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach, 918 N. Atlantic Ave.
    DJ Ced spinning music during the Brunch Remix event.

  • Event: Memorial Day Murph Free Workout - 9:00 AM
    223 Fentress Blvd., Daytona Beach
    Memorial Day workout event listed for May 25. Verify with the organizer before attending.

  • Event: Rock & Roll Bingo at Hard Rock - 7:00 PM
    Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach
    Evening music/bingo event listed for May 25.

  • Event: Monday Night Karaoke @ Yayas - 9:00 PM
    Yayas Beachside Bar, Daytona Beach
    Monday night karaoke event listed for May 25.

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