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⭐The Falls Debate Gets Political, Ormond Keeps Mulling the Water Question, Fire Watch Hits Tomorrow, Breeze Airways Fills the Spirit Gap

Issue #914

07 May

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🏠Tuesday's Ormond Beach City Commission meeting drew over 20 residents of The Falls manufactured home community — not to complain about management, but to defend it against what they described as politically motivated attacks on social media. The backdrop: lot rents at the 600-home community on the beachside have climbed sharply under its current ownership, with some residents reporting increases of over 50% since 2022. A group of affected residents has been organizing with the help of Coleen McMahon, a candidate for City Commission Zone 1, who has raised formal complaints with state regulators and amplified their concerns publicly. The residents who spoke Tuesday told a different story — praising their neighbors, their management, and a community they described as home. The city, for its part, can do almost nothing: manufactured home community lot rents fall under exclusive state jurisdiction, and local governments are legally prohibited from regulating them. A state-level mechanism exists to challenge rent increases through mediation, but no cap is on the horizon. Both sides of this story are real. The residents defending their community and the residents struggling to afford it are often neighbors.

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💧Ormond Beach held a workshop Tuesday on potable water reuse — the "toilet to tap" debate that has been circling the commission for months — and came out the other side still undecided. Two expert speakers addressed commissioners: a 48-year water industry veteran who urged the city to keep advanced water reuse as a tool for the future, and an environmental consultant who emphasized the rigorous treatment standards involved. The city's own staff confirmed Ormond has sufficient water supply and no current plans to explore potable reuse. Daytona Beach and Edgewater have both voted to put a ban on the November ballot; the county council rejected a similar measure in February. Commissioner Harold Briley and Mayor Jason Leslie both expressed support for letting voters decide. No vote has been scheduled. The debate continues, and the May 5 workshop appears to have informed but not resolved it.

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🔥A fire weather watch is in effect for Volusia and Flagler counties from noon to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 7. Temperatures are expected to approach some of the highest readings of the year — a forecast high of 96 in most of Volusia County and 98 in Flagler — combined with winds gusting up to 25 mph and low humidity. Any fire that starts under these conditions will spread fast. Outdoor burning is not recommended. Keep vehicles off dry grass, dispose of cigarettes carefully, and make sure any fires or grills are fully extinguished with water. Rain chances improve Thursday evening and into the weekend as a front moves through, with 30–40% chances of showers arriving after 2 p.m. Thursday and continuing into the weekend.

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✈️Spirit Airlines shut down for good on May 2, leaving more than 4,000 Florida workers without jobs and a lot of routes without service. Breeze Airways is among the carriers moving quickly to fill the gap. Between July and December, Breeze is adding flights from Orlando, Fort Myers, and West Palm Beach to Atlantic City — a market where Spirit handled 99% of all traffic — with one-way fares starting at $89. Vero Beach is getting a new Pittsburgh route in October. Tampa is gaining flights to Cancun and St. Thomas starting in December. JetBlue and Southwest are also expanding Florida routes in the wake of Spirit's collapse. For local travelers, the practical upshot is more options and competitive pricing on routes that had gone quiet. Tickets are available now at flybreeze.com.

Sources
"What's going on at The Falls? Seniors go before the Ormond Beach City Commission" — Ormond Observer, May 6, 2026
"Ormond Beach remains undecided on 'toilet to tap' ban, experts weigh in" — Ormond Observer, May 6, 2026
"Fire weather watches set for Volusia, Flagler, as temps soar" — Daytona News-Journal, May 6, 2026
"Breeze steps in after Spirit with new Florida flights from $89" — Daytona News-Journal, May 6, 2026

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Events for Thursday, May 7, 2026

Ormond Beach

  • Event: 🖼️Quiet Light: The Art of Sara Pedigo, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

    Ormond Memorial Art Museum (OMAM), 78 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach

    Explore the evocative works of Sara Pedigo in this solo exhibition. Her paintings beautifully capture the intimacy of domestic spaces and the fleeting nature of light, offering a serene experience for art lovers.

Holly Hill

  • Event: 🏓PPA Tour: Humana Championship - Pool Play, 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM

    Pictona at Holly Hill, 1060 Ridgewood Ave, Holly Hill

    The professional pickleball action continues at "The Hill" with elite athletes competing in high-stakes pool play. Spectators can watch the world's best players battle for position on the Championship and Grandstand courts.

Daytona Beach

  • Event: 🎸Welcome to Rockville: Guns N' Roses, FFDP & Godsmack, 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM

    Daytona International Speedway, 1801 W International Speedway Blvd, Daytona Beach

    Day 1 of North America's largest rock festival kicks off at the World Center of Racing. Headliners Guns N' Roses, Five Finger Death Punch, Godsmack, and Staind lead a massive lineup across five stages.

  • Event: 🤘Guttermouth Live, 6:00 PM

    Cafe DaVinci (Nearby Hub), 112 W Georgia Ave, Daytona Beach Area

    For those looking for a punk rock alternative to the speedway festivities, Guttermouth brings their high-energy, irreverent live show to the local stage.

  • Event: 🎤Kickstart Karaoke with Will Hammer, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

    Hard Rock Hotel (Sessions), 918 N Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach

    Take the stage at the Hard Rock for a night of karaoke with an oceanfront view. Whether you're a Rockville fan warming up your voice or a local regular, it’s a high-energy night of music and fun.

Events for Friday, May 8, 2026

Ormond Beach

  • Event: 🖼️Quiet Light: The Art of Sara Pedigo, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

    Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach

    Explore this solo exhibition featuring paintings that investigate the beauty of light in domestic spaces. The museum's historic gardens are also available for a tranquil walk.

  • Event: 🎨Tradewinds: Seabreeze High School Student Exhibition, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

    Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach

    Support local young artists at this annual exhibition showcasing the creative talents and diverse works of Seabreeze High School students.

Holly Hill

  • Event: 🏓Metro Health Super Seniors at Pictona, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

    Pictona at Holly Hill, 1060 Ridgewood Ave, Holly Hill

    The opening day of this multi-day tournament designed specifically for senior players. Competitive matches will take place across the world-class facility, attracting athletes from across the region.

  • Event: 💃Line Dancing Instruction, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

    FHCP Activity Center at Pictona, 1060 Ridgewood Ave, Holly Hill

    Get moving with guided line dancing lessons. This social fitness session is open to all skill levels and is a great way to meet neighbors while staying active.

  • Event: 🚌HHE Echoes Universal Trip, All Day

    Holly Hill Elementary, 1500 Center St, Holly Hill

    A scheduled field trip for local students; residents should be aware of school bus activity and increased student movement around the school grounds early in the morning and late afternoon.

Daytona Beach

  • Event: 🎸Welcome to Rockville: My Chemical Romance & Bring Me The Horizon, 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM

    Daytona International Speedway, 1801 W International Blvd, Daytona Beach

    Day 2 of North America's largest rock festival. Headliners My Chemical Romance and Bring Me The Horizon lead a massive lineup of dozens of bands across multiple stages at the Speedway.

  • Event: ⚾Daytona Tortugas vs. Fort Myers Mighty Mussels, 7:05 PM

    Jackie Robinson Ballpark, 105 E Orange Ave, Daytona Beach

    Minor league baseball action at the historic "Jack." Friday games typically feature a post-game fireworks display, making it a perfect night for family entertainment.

  • Event: 🎤Kickstart Karaoke with Will Hammer, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

    Hard Rock Hotel (Sessions), 918 N Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach

    Take the stage at the Hard Rock for a high-energy karaoke night overlooking the Atlantic. This event attracts a mix of locals and visitors for a night of rock-and-roll fun.

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