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⭐New County EMS HQ, SpaceX Scrubbed, TNR Saves Cats, County Data Center Ban

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.George Sloane
21 Aug

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🚑 New EMS Headquarters Gets the Green Light

Volusia County is ready to turn a former Daytona Beach automotive dealership into a centralized headquarters for Emergency Medical Services. The County Council unanimously approved the construction phase Aug. 17, clearing the way for the property at 1720 Mason Ave. to house EMS administration, training and fleet maintenance.

The renovation will expand the building’s second floor and add upgraded mechanical and electrical systems, emergency power, security features and other improvements. Renovating also comes with considerable savings: A new facility was initially estimated at about $23 million, compared with roughly $10.67 million for the renovation. About $6.8 million in federal disaster-recovery funding will further offset the cost.

The headquarters is expected to be fully operational in fall or winter 2027.

SpaceX got within seconds of sending another batch of Starlink satellites into orbit Thursday before calling off the attempt. The Falcon 9 launch was scrubbed with just 23 seconds remaining before its scheduled 11:38 a.m. liftoff from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.

No immediate reason for the scrub was provided, although weather had been a concern. The 45th Weather Squadron identified cumulus clouds, anvil clouds and surface electric field rules among Thursday’s potential troublemakers.

SpaceX is now targeting Friday for another attempt, with a launch window running from 10:57 a.m. to 2:57 p.m. ET. Friday’s forecast isn’t entirely cooperative either, with cumulus clouds, anvil clouds and thick cloud layers among the possible constraints for the Starlink 10-39 mission.

Source: MyNews13

🐈 TNR Program Tops 1,100 Cats

More than 1,100 community cats have been spayed or neutered through Volusia County’s Trap/Neuter/Return program so far in 2026. TNR gives residents a humane way to help manage populations of feral and unowned stray cats by trapping them, bringing them to the Volusia County Animal Care Clinic for veterinary care and returning them to their established outdoor areas.

Cats receive spay or neuter surgery, rabies and distemper vaccinations and an ear tip identifying them as sterilized. The program can gradually reduce colony sizes while also curbing behaviors such as roaming, fighting and spraying.

The clinic accepts TNR cats on most Tuesdays from 7:30-8:30 a.m., first-come, first-served, with no appointment required. Residents may bring up to two cats per address in approved, covered traps. Services are free for community cats from unincorporated Volusia County and participating municipalities; otherwise, the fee is $65.

Program details and participating municipalities are available at volusia.gov/animalservices. Questions or requests about obtaining a trap can be directed to [email protected] or 386-248-1790.

🖥️ County Moves Toward Data Center Ban

Large-scale data centers could soon be off-limits in unincorporated Volusia County. The County Council voted unanimously Aug. 17 to direct staff to pursue an ordinance banning the facilities on land under county jurisdiction. Although the council stopped short of approving a moratorium, the pending ordinance prevents a data center application from being filed with the county in the meantime.

Officials raised concerns about electricity and water consumption, noise and the relatively small number of permanent local jobs created after construction. County staff reported that an AI data center can require 200 to more than 500 megawatts of electricity — roughly equivalent to the demand of 133,000 to 333,000 households — while potentially consuming as much water as 16,700 households.

Data centers previously fell under the county’s Heavy Industrial I-2 zoning rules. Only five properties north of Hull Road near Ormond Beach carry that designation, and officials said the available land is too small for a large-scale AI facility.

The proposed ban still has several stops ahead. The ordinance will go before the Planning and Land Development Regulation Commission and then require two public hearings before it can be adopted.

Recent Arrests

Daytona Beach Police Department

  • Brian Keith Manning (53), Ormond Beach – Arrested on Aug. 9. Charge(s): Possession of a controlled substance without prescription, drug equipment possession/use, possession of a controlled substance without prescription, tampering with evidence. Bail: Not set.

  • Lindell Marie Robinson (32), Ormond Beach – Arrested on Aug. 11. Charge(s): Creating/using/possessing counterfeit or fictitious personal identification information; driving while license suspended/revoked or equivalent status. Bail: $3,000.

  • Jason Michael Therien (39), Holly Hill – Arrested on Aug. 12. Charge(s): Fleeing/attempting to elude at reckless high speed, operating an unregistered motor vehicle, possession of a controlled substance without prescription, cannabis possession, drug equipment possession/use. Bail: $11,500.

  • Sarah Grace Brynteson (38), Ormond Beach – Arrested on Aug. 12. Charge(s): Solicitation to deliver cocaine, unlawful use of a two-way communication device. Bail: Not set.

  • Kayla G. Farella (29), Ormond Beach – Arrested on Aug. 13. Charge(s): Vehicular homicide. Bail: Not set.

Volusia County Detention Center

  • Jace D. Keeler (36), Ormond Beach – Arrested on Aug. 7. Charge(s): Drug equipment possession/use, possession of a controlled substance without prescription. Bail: Not set.

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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Events for Friday, August 21, 2026

Ormond Beach

  • Event: 🖼️ The World We Make Exhibition, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach
    View the museum's featured exhibition, sculpture garden, and rotating gallery installations during regular museum hours.

  • Event: 🎨 Open Artist Studios & Galleries, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach
    Explore the museum galleries and gardens, with ongoing exhibits and artist displays available throughout the day.

Holly Hill

  • Event: 🏓 Pickleball & Music Friday, 5:00 PM
    Pictona at Holly Hill, 1060 Ridgewood Ave., Holly Hill
    Friday evenings feature open pickleball, food and beverages, and live music on the Event Lawn. Public day passes are available.

  • Event: 🏓 Open Pickleball Play, 8:00 AM – Evening
    Pictona at Holly Hill, 1060 Ridgewood Ave., Holly Hill
    Public courts, challenge courts, and organized open play are available throughout the day.

Daytona Beach

  • Event: 🧘 AumShanti Yoga – Stairway to Savasana (Hatha), 9:30 AM
    Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach – Rock Royalty Terrace, 918 N. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach
    Outdoor yoga overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Open to the public; discounted admission for local residents.

  • Event: 🛍️ Riverfront Market, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Riverfront Esplanade, 249 N. Beach St., Daytona Beach
    A weekly waterfront market featuring up to 45 local vendors, live music by Aaron Esposito, food vendors, and shopping in a relaxed riverfront setting.

  • Event: 🎸 Sounds of Summer – The Wildflowers: Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers Tribute, 7:15 PM – 9:30 PM
    Daytona Beach Oceanfront Bandshell, 70 Boardwalk Ave., Daytona Beach
    Free concert presented by the City of Daytona Beach as part of the Sounds of Summer series. VIP seating is available for purchase.

Events for Saturday, August 22, 2026

Ormond Beach

  • Event: 🎨 The World We Make Exhibition, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach
    Explore the museum's featured exhibition, sculpture garden, and permanent collections during regular museum hours.

  • Event: 🌿 Museum Gardens & Sculpture Trail, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach
    Stroll through the museum's lush gardens, outdoor sculptures, and nature trails while the galleries are open.

Holly Hill

  • Event: 🏓 Dink 'n Drink, 4:00 PM
    Pictona at Holly Hill, 1060 Ridgewood Ave., Holly Hill
    Pictona's popular Saturday social features open pickleball, food, beverages, music, and an opportunity to meet other players of all skill levels.

  • Event: 🏓 Open Pickleball Play, 8:00 AM – Evening
    Pictona at Holly Hill, 1060 Ridgewood Ave., Holly Hill
    Public courts, challenge courts, lessons, and organized open play are available throughout the day.

Daytona Beach

  • Event: 🎭 3rd Annual Tanoshii Con, 10:00 AM
    Ocean Center, 101 N. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach
    A full-day anime, comics, gaming, cosplay, and pop-culture convention featuring vendors, artists, panels, cosplay, and special guests.

  • Event: 🏁 NASCAR Cup Series Race Weekend, Evening
    Daytona International Speedway, 1801 W. International Speedway Blvd., Daytona Beach
    The NASCAR Summer Cup Series returns to Daytona International Speedway for one of the season's marquee race weekends.

  • Event: 🎸 Star Spangled Summer – Maximum Queen (Queen Tribute), 7:15 PM
    Daytona Beach Oceanfront Bandshell, 70 Boardwalk Ave., Daytona Beach
    Free oceanfront tribute concert celebrating the music of Queen. Fireworks are typically scheduled following Saturday performances, weather permitting.

  • Event: 😂 Comedian Tony Black, 8:00 PM
    Cristy B's Comedy Club, 242 S. Beach St., Suite 100, Daytona Beach
    National touring comedian Tony Black performs an evening stand-up show.

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