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⭐ More Data Center Bans, Wrong Ballots Sent, Sheriff's Flock Investigation, Fewer Bike Traumas
Issue #1084
.George Sloane
23 Oct
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🏢 County Bans Large Data Centers
Volusia County Council voted unanimously, 6–0, to prohibit large-scale data centers in unincorporated areas.
The ordinance covers facilities with anticipated monthly peak electrical demand of at least 50 megawatts. It also blocks expansions that would bring existing facilities to that threshold.
The county cannot process applications or issue development approvals for those projects. Council discussion included concerns about heavy water consumption and potential impacts on the aquifer.
The prohibition applies outside municipal boundaries; cities control their own land-use decisions.
Source: NewsDaytonaBeach
📬 Wrong Ballots Sent to About 350 Voters
Meanwhile, a vendor error sent approximately 350 Volusia voters mail ballots containing another city’s contests.
Elections officials are investigating and plan to mail replacement ballots Friday, Oct. 23. Anyone concerned about their ballot should call 386-736-5930 for assistance.
Voters may also vote in person. Early voting continues daily through Oct. 31, from 8 a.m.–6 p.m. Election Day is Nov. 3, when voters must use their assigned polling place.
Supervisor Lisa Lewis apologized and said the office is working urgently to correct the problem.
Source: Ormond Observer
📷 Repeated Flock Searches Raise Questions
In another accountability story, a Volusia deputy searched one license plate 117 times over 48 days in 2024, recording “investigation” as the reason each time.
The Sheriff’s Office says it cannot review the searches because its Flock account was deactivated after the agency stopped using the system.
Flock says customers retain ownership of their data and its support team can retrieve it after deactivation.
The conflicting explanations leave questions unresolved. The report does not establish whether the deputy’s searches served a legitimate law enforcement purpose.
Source: Daytona News-Journal
🏍️ Halifax Reports Fewer Biketoberfest Trauma Cases
Rounding out the updates, Halifax Health recorded 13 Biketoberfest-related admissions and trauma activations—the lowest figure in six years.
The hospital treated 19 event-related patients overall, compared with 23 in 2025 and 26 in 2024. Motorcycle crashes accounted for 16 cases.
No patients were reported dead on arrival, and no helmeted riders died in the hospital. Ten of the 15 drivers were confirmed to have worn helmets.
Patients had a median age of 58, and most came from outside Volusia County.
Source: Ormond Observer
Recent Arrests
Daytona Beach Police Department
Lindsey Taylor Sadler, 34, Ormond Beach— arrested Oct. 12; resisting officer without violence; obstruction without violence; controlled substance without prescription. Bail: $2,000.
Christopher Turner, 35, Ormond Beach— arrested Oct. 12; child abuse. Bail: not set.
Holly Hill Police Department
Heath Michael Banner, 52, Holly Hill— arrested Oct. 13; aggravated assault with deadly weapon without intent to kill. Bail: not set.
Volusia County Sheriff’s Office
Scott Daniel Doenges, 51, Ormond Beach— arrested Oct. 13; burglary of unoccupied structure. Bail: $2,500.
George Alexander Kelly, 34, Holly Hill— arrested Oct. 13; cannabis possession >20g; drug equipment possession/use. Bail: $3,000.
Willie Melvin Kelly, 47, Ormond Beach— arrested Oct. 13; trafficking controlled substance; alteration/removal of firearm serial number; firearm/ammo possession by convicted felon; cocaine mixture 28g–<150kg; trafficking fentanyl 4g–<14g; drug equipment possession/use; controlled substance without prescription. Bail: $8,000.
Christen Michelle Williford, 43, Ormond Beach— arrested Oct. 14; controlled substance without prescription; introduction of contraband into county detention facility; lewdness offense; drug equipment possession/use. Bail: $4,000.
Volusia County Corrections
Mason Thomas Bloomfield, 46, Ormond Beach— arrested Oct. 15; grand theft motor vehicle. Bail: $2,500.
NOTE: This report lists arrests only, not convictions, from publicly available information, All individuals are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.
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Fire & EMS Calls
October 21, 1:28 p.m. — Minor vehicle accident on North Dover Road
October 21, 1:28 p.m. — Person sick near Carol Road in Ormond Beach
October 21, 11:28 a.m. — Low hazard fire call on Riverbend Lane
October 21, 10:28 a.m. — Person reported sick near Coventry Court in Ormond Beach
October 21, 10:28 a.m. — Vehicle crashes into water at High Bridge RoadOctober 21, 10:28 a.m. — Citizen assist near Middle Lake Drive
October 21, 9:28 a.m. — Person fell near Clyde Morris Boulevard in Ormond Beach
October 21, 4:28 a.m. — Person experiencing back pain near Ormond Beach
October 20, 11:28 p.m. — Person sick at apartment on Kirkhouse Drive
Source: CrimeRadar–Ormond Beach. Listings reflect dispatch alerts and are not verified official reports.
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Events for Friday, October 23, 2026
Ormond Beach
Event: 🖌️Bear Creek Arts & Crafts Fair. 1PM - 6PM
Bear Creek Clubhouse 2, 6 Brown Bear Path. Ormond BeachFine Art, Fabric Items, Resin Art, Jewelry, Wood Art, Pastries and Candy, Dog Treats, and Much More! Non perishable food being collected for the Food Shelf.
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: ♠️ Texas Hold’em Charity Poker Tournament, doors open 6 PM; play begins 7 PM — Oceanside Country Club, 75 North Halifax Drive, Ormond Beach. Support No Longer Fatherless and Rotary community initiatives. Players $100; spectators $50. Appetizers and raffles included. Local Events and Activities
Event: 🤠 Chris Janson Live, 7 PM — The Pavilion at Destination Daytona, 1651 US Highway 1, Ormond Beach. Catch the country singer behind “Buy Me a Boat” and “Fix a Drink.” Tickets required. Bandsintown
Daytona Beach
Event: 🍺 Downtown Oktoberfest Street Party, 5–9 PM — Beach Street at Mr. Dunderbak’s and the Riverfront Esplanade, 116 North Beach Street, Daytona Beach. German-inspired food, beer tastings, live music, games, and the Wiener Dog Derby. Free admission. Riverfront Esplanade
Event: 🛍️ Riverfront Market, 5–9 PM — Riverfront Esplanade, 179 South Beach Street, Daytona Beach. Shop local vendors and enjoy live music by Aaron Esposito along the waterfront. Riverfront Esplanade
Event: 👻 A Spooky Good Time, 5:30–8 PM — Tanger Daytona Beach, 1100 Cornerstone Boulevard, Daytona Beach. Free trick-or-treating, games, crafts, and a costume contest at 6:15 PM. Contest registration opens at 5:30 PM; space limited. Daytona Beach, FL 32117
Event: 🎸 Buddy Guy 90, 8 PM; doors open 6:30 PM — Peabody Auditorium, 600 Auditorium Boulevard, Daytona Beach. Enjoy an evening with the legendary Chicago blues guitarist. Tickets required.
Events for Saturday, October 24, 2026
Ormond Beach
Event: 🖌️Bear Creek Arts & Crafts Fair. 9AM - 2PM
Bear Creek Clubhouse 2, 6 Brown Bear Path. Ormond BeachFine Art, Fabric Items, Resin Art, Jewelry, Wood Art, Pastries and Candy, Dog Treats, and Much More! Non perishable food being collected for the Food Shelf.
Event: 🍂 Grace Lutheran Fall Festival, 11 AM–3 PM — Grace Lutheran Church, 338 Ocean Shore Boulevard, Ormond Beach. Celebrate the season at the church’s fall festival. www.observerlocalnews.com
Event: 🧶 Felted Vessels with Liz Canali, 12:30–3:30 PM — Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 East Granada Boulevard, Ormond Beach. Create a three-dimensional felted vessel in this beginner-friendly workshop. Materials included; $155 members/$175 nonmembers. Registration required. ormondartmuseum.org
Event: 🎃 Grace Lutheran Pumpkin Patch, 1–6:30 PM — Grace Lutheran Church, 338 Ocean Shore Boulevard, Ormond Beach. Browse pumpkins at the annual fall patch. www.observerlocalnews.com
Event: 🎷 Orlando Jazz Orchestra, 7 PM — Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center, 399 North US Highway 1, Ormond Beach. Enjoy an evening of live orchestral jazz. Tickets required. Official Website
Holly Hill
Event: 🎨 Pumpkins & Black Cats Paint and Sip, 10 AM–noon — Soul Coffee & Co., 1563 North Nova Road, Holly Hill. Lauren’s Art Club guides a fall-themed painting on canvas or wood. Supplies included; tickets start at $30. Drinks and pastries sold separately. Hunt Halloween
Daytona Beach
Event: 🍬 Jeep Beach Trunk or Treat, 4–8 PM — Victory Circle at ONE DAYTONA, 1 Daytona Boulevard, Daytona Beach. Free family trick-or-treating among decorated Jeeps. Costumes encouraged. Jeep Beach
Event: 👻 GHOULapalooza, 7–11 PM — Manatee Island at Riverfront Esplanade, 355 North Beach Street, Daytona Beach. Halloween festivities with live rock tributes, electronic music, a haunted attraction, vendors, and a $1,000 costume contest. Tickets required.
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