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⭐ Tomoka Oaks Dispute, Lori Tolland To Be Sworn Nov. 12, Police Seek Hit & Run, OB School Metal Detectors, Vets Honored At Speedway

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City of Ormond Beach

⚖️ Tomoka Oaks Development Dispute Goes to Court

A judge heard arguments Nov. 9 in residents’ appeal of Ormond Beach’s approval of 254 homes on the former Tomoka Oaks golf course. Residents argue the project fails to meet city development rules and should have gone through a new review. HOA President Michelle Zirkelbach cited concerns about density, traffic and how the development fits the neighborhood.

In a separate lawsuit filed Aug. 20, developer Triumph Oaks sued 12 individuals, alleging they improperly used homeowners association funds and other resources to challenge the project. Zirkelbach said the HOA refunded money, stopped using its email and website for the dispute, and was dropped from the appeal in May.

The developer’s attorneys also sent letters to some neighbors about alleged encroachments onto the golf course property.

🏛️ Lori Tolland to Become Ormond Beach’s First Woman Mayor

Lori Tolland will be sworn in Tuesday, Nov. 17, as Ormond Beach’s first woman mayor. She’ll also lead the city’s first all-woman commission, serving alongside Kristin Deaton and commissioners-elect Melissa DeVriese, Jennifer Bright and Amber Bobak.

A retired registered nurse, Tolland has represented Zone 1 since 2022. Her local service began at Tomoka Elementary’s PTA and later included more than 20 years on the Leisure Services Advisory Board and six years on the Planning Board.

One of the new commission’s first challenges will be preparing for projected revenue shortfalls of $5 million in 2027 and $8.2 million by 2028 following Amendment 3. Tolland wants the city to explore new revenue sources as staff review potential cuts.

🚨 Daytona Police Seek Tips in Fatal LPGA Boulevard Hit-and-Run

Daytona Beach police are asking for help identifying a vehicle involved in a fatal hit-and-run on Saturday, Nov. 7. A woman was found in the roadway around 4:30 a.m. in the 1500 block of LPGA Boulevard. She was taken to a local hospital, where she was pronounced dead.

Police believe the vehicle was a sedan with damage to its front end and windshield. It was last seen heading west on LPGA Boulevard at high speed. Police have yet to release a make or model.

Anyone with information about the crash or vehicle can call Detective Patterson at 386-671-5366.

🎒 Ormond Beach Middle Adds Metal Detectors

Ormond Beach Middle School became the ninth Volusia County middle school to install metal detectors as the district expands a screening program it introduced at all its high schools last year.

Each participating school has two AI-assisted detectors designed to identify items without students having to open their backpacks. The district assigns support staff to each school during its first week of screening to help with the rollout.

James Barringer, the district’s executive director for student services, said feedback has been positive. Hinson and Campbell are among the middle schools already using the equipment. Volusia County Schools aims to equip all its middle schools before winter break.

🏁 Ford Honors Veterans at Daytona International Speedway

Ford marked Veterans Day on Nov. 11 with the Proud to Honor Veterans Day Classic at Daytona International Speedway. The event brought together 12 drivers in six Ford Mustangs, with one two-driver team representing each branch of the U.S. military. Organizers said the drivers had ties to the branches they represented.

The evening’s schedule paired an 8 p.m. Zac Brown Band performance with a 9 p.m. race. Funds raised through Ford’s Proud to Honor Fund support six nonprofits, including Blue Star Families, which helps military families facing food insecurity and connects them with their communities. Organizers hope the Daytona event becomes an annual tradition.

Source: MyNews13

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Events for Thursday, November 12, 2026

Ormond Beach

Daytona Beach

  • Event: 🇬🇷 49th Annual Greek Festival, 11 a.m.–9 p.m. — St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, 129 N. Halifax Ave., Daytona Beach. Opening day features Greek food, pastries, music, dancing and shopping. Free admission; food and merchandise available for purchase. greekfestivaldaytonabeach.com

  • Event: ♠️ Crazy Pineapple Poker Tournament, 12:10 p.m. — Daytona Beach Racing & Card Club, 960 S. Williamson Blvd., Daytona Beach. An $80 buy-in tournament for players ages 18 and older; photo ID required. Daytona Beach Racing

  • Event: 🎶 Jingle Jams with Jon Cabrera, 5:30–8 p.m. — Victory Circle at ONE DAYTONA, One Daytona Blvd., Daytona Beach. Live music, familiar favorites and holiday cheer in the outdoor shopping and dining district. ONE DAYTONA

  • Event: 😂 Comedy Night with Kevin Farley, 7–8:30 p.m. — Daytona Beach Club at Jackie Robinson Ballpark, 105 E. Orange Ave., Daytona Beach. Actor and touring comedian Kevin Farley performs a stand-up show presented by Cristy B Comedy. Tickets required. Cristy B Comedy Club

  • Event: 🎤 Comedy Open Mic Night, 7–9 p.m. — Cristy B Comedy Club, 242 S. Beach St., Suite 100, Daytona Beach. Watch established and emerging comedians. No cover; reserve a free ticket online. Performer sign-ups begin at 6:30 p.m. Cristy B Comedy Club

  • Event: 🎄 Mannheim Steamroller Christmas, 7:30 p.m. — Peabody Auditorium, 600 Auditorium Blvd., Daytona Beach. Chip Davis’s holiday production combines Christmas classics, 15 musicians and multimedia effects. Doors open at 6 p.m.; tickets required.

Events for Friday, November 13, 2026

Ormond Beach

  • Event: 🛍️ Second Friday Night Market, 5–9 p.m. — Ormond Brewing Company, 301 Division Ave., Ormond Beach. Shop handmade goods, including macramé plant hangers and home décor from Tide Knot Studio. TIDE KNOT STUDIO

  • Event: 🎸 Sober Café Live, 6–10 p.m. — Saints and Sinners Pub, 1635 N. U.S. Highway 1, Ormond Beach. Sober Café takes the stage for an evening of live music. stayhappening.com

  • Event: 🎭 Fiddler on the Roof, 7 p.m. — Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center, 399 N. U.S. Highway 1, Ormond Beach. Halifax Repertory Theatre presents the classic musical about Tevye and his family as their traditions are tested by change. Official Website

  • Event: 🎵 Live Music at Grind Gastropub, 7–11 p.m. — Grind Gastropub, 49 W. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach. Catch live music over dinner or drinks. gulf2coast.com

Ormond-by-the-Sea

  • Event: 🎨 Grinchmas Sea Glass Tree Class, 1–3 p.m. — The Salty Mermaid Art, 1546 Ocean Shore Blvd., Ormond-by-the-Sea. Make a crooked sea glass holiday tree with fairy lights and a heart ornament. $65 before ticket fees; limited seating. Eventbrite

Holly Hill

  • Event: 🎶 O-Town Motown, 7–9 p.m. — MetroHealth Stadium at Pictona, 1060 Ridgewood Ave., Holly Hill. Hear classics made famous by The Supremes, The Temptations and other Motown artists. Doors open at 6 p.m.; bleacher seating and parking are free. Holly Hill, FL 32117

Daytona Beach

  • Event: 🇬🇷 49th Annual Greek Festival, 11 a.m.–9 p.m. — St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, 129 N. Halifax Ave., Daytona Beach. Enjoy Greek food, pastries, live music, dancing and a marketplace. Free admission. www.greekfestivaldaytonabeach.com

  • Event: 🛍️ Riverfront Market, 5–9 p.m. — Riverfront Esplanade, 179 S. Beach St., Daytona Beach. Browse up to 45 local vendors and hear live music by Aaron Esposito along the waterfront. Riverfront Shops of Daytona Beach

  • Event: 🎹 Piano Bar: Holiday Edition, 5:30–8 p.m. — Victory Circle at ONE DAYTONA, 1870 Victory Circle, Daytona Beach. Blake Guyre, Philip Mahoney and friends play piano favorites, sing-along hits and seasonal tunes. Free. Daytona Beach, FL 32114

  • Event: 🎄 Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony, 6–8:30 p.m. — Tanger Outlets, 1100 Cornerstone Blvd., Daytona Beach. Celebrate with live snowfall, music, holiday crafts and photos with Santa between H&M and Polo. Free. Daytona Beach, FL 32117

  • Event: 🎭 Burlesque at The Bank, 7:30–11 p.m. — The Bank & Blues, 701 Main St., Daytona Beach. Orlando Burlesque makes its venue debut with a theatrical, vintage-inspired revue. Tickets required. Burlesque at The Bank

  • Event: 🎤 Eddie B, 8 p.m. — Peabody Auditorium, 600 Auditorium Blvd., Daytona Beach. The comedian behind “What Teachers Really Want to Say” brings his classroom-inspired stand-up to Daytona. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; tickets req

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