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⭐Music Returns, Conservation Debate Grows, and Flood Protection Costs Loom

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18 Jun

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🎸 Welcome to Rockville Sets Dates for 2027 Return

Rock fans can mark their calendars as Welcome to Rockville has officially announced its return to Daytona International Speedway from May 6-9, 2027. The four-day festival will be the event’s 16th edition and its seventh consecutive year at the Speedway.

Organized by Danny Wimmer Presents, Welcome to Rockville has become Volusia County’s largest annual music event and one of the premier rock festivals in the country. This year’s festival attracted an estimated 210,000 attendees and featured major acts including Guns N’ Roses, Foo Fighters, My Chemical Romance, and Bring Me The Horizon.

Presale tickets begin June 18, followed by subscriber presales on June 19 and public sales on June 22. Camping packages, hotel bundles, parking options, and VIP experiences will also be available.

🌿 Conservation Land Amendment Heads to November Ballot

Volusia County voters will decide this November whether to approve a charter amendment that would create new rules for selling or transferring county-owned conservation lands. The proposal, approved unanimously by the County Council, would establish a conservation land registry, require public notice before land is removed from the registry, and require support from five of seven council members before land can be transferred or sold.

Supporters say the measure adds safeguards for environmentally sensitive properties. However, some environmental advocates argue the amendment contains exceptions that could allow conservation lands to be repurposed for public projects without stronger protections.

A separate proposal requiring unanimous council approval failed to gain support. The approved amendment, along with four other charter changes, will now be presented directly to voters in the November election.

Source: MyNews13

🌧️ County Considers Future Stormwater Fee Increase

Volusia County leaders say another stormwater fee increase may eventually be necessary to fund flood mitigation projects planned in the years ahead. The discussion comes nearly two years after Hurricane Milton flooded neighborhoods across the county, leaving some areas underwater for days.

County officials have launched multiple studies to identify drainage improvements and long-term flood prevention solutions. However, projections show the county’s stormwater utility fund could face financial shortfalls by 2030 as projects move from planning to construction.

Residents in unincorporated areas already saw fees rise from $6.50 to $8 per month in 2024. While no additional increase has been proposed, officials say future project costs will determine whether more funding is needed.

Many residents expressed concern about additional costs as families continue recovering from previous storm damage.

Source: WESH.com

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Events for Thursday, June 18, 2026

Ormond Beach

  • Event: 👶Toddler Time, 10:00 AM–10:30 AM
    Ormond Beach Regional Library Sandcastle Auditorium, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach, FL 32174
    Interactive early-literacy program for toddlers and caregivers.

  • Event: 🖼️Third Thursday Docent Tour, 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
    Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 East Granada Boulevard, Ormond Beach, FL 32176
    Guided museum tour offered as part of the museum’s Third Thursday programming.

  • Event: 🍳Recipes and Reads Culinary Lab: The Culture and History of Food, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM
    Ormond Beach Regional Library Sandcastle Auditorium, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach, FL 32174
    Food-focused culinary literacy workshop exploring culture, history, and practical kitchen learning.

  • Event: 🧱STREAM: Engineering with LEGO Bricks, 3:30 PM–4:30 PM
    Ormond Beach Regional Library Children’s Area, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach, FL 32174
    Hands-on engineering activity using LEGO bricks for school-age children.

  • Event: 🎨Beginning Watercolor: Night Camping, 5:30 PM–6:30 PM
    Ormond Beach Regional Library LaunchPad, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach, FL 32174
    Beginner-friendly watercolor workshop for adults.

Holly Hill

  • Thursday on the Courts @ Pictona

    • Head over to the 49-court facility for a great day of open-play pickleball. If you prefer indoor games to beat the summer heat, the "Club Hub" in the Osprey Room is open for cards, Mahjong, and socializing. Don't forget to grab lunch at their on-site restaurant, The Kitchen.

    • Time: Open daily (typically 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM)

    • Location: Pictona at Holly Hill (1060 Ridgewood Ave)

Daytona Beach

  • Event: 🍳Summer BreakSpot: Dine-in Breakfast, 9:00 AM–10:00 AM
    Daytona Beach Regional Library, 105 Jackie Robinson Parkway, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Free dine-in breakfast for children and teens during summer break.

  • Event: 🧘AumShanti Yoga Free Your Mind Flow, 9:30 AM–10:30 AM
    Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach, 918 N. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32118
    Vin/Yin yoga class on the Rock Royalty Terrace.

  • Event: 🤝Social Worker in the Libraries, 9:30 AM–12:30 PM
    Daytona Beach Regional Library Social Worker Office, 105 Jackie Robinson Parkway, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Meet with a library social worker for help identifying community resources and services.

  • Event: 🪑Sit & Be Fit, 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
    Daytona Beach Regional Library Auditorium, 105 Jackie Robinson Parkway, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Seated stretching and strengthening program for adults; registration required.

  • Event: 💼Computer Class: Build a Resume, 1:00 PM–2:00 PM
    Daytona Beach Regional Library Meeting Room, 105 Jackie Robinson Parkway, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Adults can learn how to build a resume.

  • Event: 💻eLab, 3:00 PM–5:00 PM
    Daytona Beach Regional Library eLab, 105 Jackie Robinson Parkway, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Computer skills training and assistance, including job-search and online application support.

  • Event: 🎶Summer Soundtrack: Jon Cabrera Unplugged – Songwriter Storyteller Night, 6:00 PM–8:30 PM
    Victory Circle at ONE DAYTONA, One Daytona Blvd., Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Live local songwriter storytelling night with Jon Cabrera Unplugged.

  • Event: 🎵Psycoustic Duo, 7:00 PM–10:00 PM
    Sessions Terrace at Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach, 918 N. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32118
    Live music performance at Sessions Terrace.

  • Event: 🎸Big Ass Beatles/Stones Show with Are Friends Electric, 7:30 PM
    Peabody Auditorium, 600 Auditorium Boulevard, Daytona Beach, FL 32118
    A full-band celebration of Beatles and Rolling Stones classics by Are Friends Electric.

  • Event: ⚽World Cup Watch Party, Match times vary
    PopStroke Daytona Beach, 1283 Cornerstone Boulevard, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Watch World Cup matches on 40 televisions with match-day food and drink specials.

Events for Friday, June 19, 2026

Ormond Beach

  • Event: 🍳Summer BreakSpot: Dine-in Breakfast, 9:00 AM–10:00 AM
    Ormond Beach Regional Library Children’s Area, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach, FL 32174
    Free nutritious breakfast for kids and teens ages 18 and under.

  • Event: 🥪Summer BreakSpot: Dine-in Lunch, 12:00 PM–1:00 PM
    Ormond Beach Regional Library Children’s Area, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach, FL 32174
    Free nutritious lunch for kids and teens ages 18 and under.

  • Event: 🎲S.T.R.E.A.M.: Math with Addition & Subtraction Family Bingo, 2:00 PM–3:30 PM
    Ormond Beach Regional Library Children’s Area, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach, FL 32174
    Family bingo activity focused on addition and subtraction skills.

Holly Hill

  • No public events found for this date.

Daytona Beach

  • Event: 🍳Summer BreakSpot: Dine-in Breakfast, 9:00 AM–10:00 AM
    Daytona Beach Regional Library, 105 Jackie Robinson Parkway, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Free dine-in breakfast for children and teens during summer break.

  • Event: 🧘AumShanti Yoga Stairway to Savasana, 9:30 AM–10:30 AM
    Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach, 918 N. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32118
    Hatha yoga class on the Rock Royalty Terrace; open to locals and tourists.

  • Event: 🥪Summer BreakSpot: Dine-in Lunch, 12:00 PM–1:00 PM
    Daytona Beach Regional Library, 105 Jackie Robinson Parkway, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Free dine-in lunch for children and teens during summer break.

  • Event: 🎬Friday Flicks, 2:00 PM–5:00 PM
    Daytona Beach Regional Library Auditorium, 105 Jackie Robinson Parkway, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Afternoon movie screening at the library.

  • Event: ⚽World Cup Watch Party, Match times vary
    PopStroke Daytona Beach, 1283 Cornerstone Boulevard, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Watch World Cup matches on 40 televisions with match-day food and drink specials.

  • Event: 🎹Summer Soundtrack: Piano Bar Fridays with Blake Guyre & Wyatt Brooks – Disney / Broadway Night, 6:00 PM–8:30 PM
    Victory Circle at ONE DAYTONA, One Daytona Blvd., Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Family-friendly piano bar night featuring Disney, Broadway, and singalong favorites.

  • Event: 🎸Rock The Beach – A Tribute to Queen, 7:00 PM–11:00 PM
    Wave Terrace at Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach, 918 N. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32118
    Queen tribute concert featuring Pinedas Band and Absolute Queen; ticketed event.

  • Event: 🎶Sounds of Summer: Human Clay & Jaded - Creed & Aerosmith Tributes, 7:15 PM–9:30 PM
    Daytona Beach Bandshell, 70 Boardwalk Avenue, Daytona Beach, FL 32118
    Free oceanfront tribute concert presented by the City of Daytona Beach.

  • Event: 🛶Sunset & Fireworks Kayak and Paddle Board Tour Daytona Beach, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM
    Three Brothers Boards, 212 South Beach Street, Suite 100, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Guided sunset kayak or paddle board tour through scenic coastal waterways; fireworks may be available on select dates.

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