Jim Abbott
Business, Tourism and Entertainment Reporter at The Daytona Beach News-Journal
Florida native. Longtime journalist now covering tourism, general assignment and feature profiles in Daytona Beach. Tips welcome at [email protected]
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news-journalonline.com | Jim Abbott
Jim AbbottDaytona Beach News-JournalFree concerts and tribute bands will perform at the Daytona Beach Bandshell. The "Totally 80s Tour" featuring original 80s artists will be at Peabody Auditorium. The movie "F1: The Movie," partially filmed in Daytona Beach, opens in theaters. It’s another summer weekend at the World’s Most Famous Beach, which means another slate of concerts at the historic Daytona Beach Bandshell.
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news-journalonline.com | Jim Abbott
Jim AbbottDaytona Beach News-JournalDaytona Beach area temperatures will be in the upper 80s and low 90s, with higher humidity and a heat index of 100-105 degrees. Rain chances increase Thursday through the weekend, with a possibility of stronger storms and gusty winds. Residents and visitors are advised to take precautions against the heat, including staying hydrated and taking breaks in air conditioning.
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yahoo.com | Jim Abbott
There’s no break in the oppressive heat wave expected on Wednesday, June 25, according to the latest forecast from the National Weather Service, although the chances for showers that could ease the scorching temperatures increase later this week. Even so, hot and humid conditions will continue into early next week, with peak heat index levels of 100-105 degrees, according to the National Weather Service in Melbourne.
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3 days ago |
news-journalonline.com | Jim Abbott
“F1: The Movie” premiered at One Daytona's CMX Cinemas, showcasing Daytona Beach prominently in the opening scenes. The film, starring Brad Pitt and directed by Joseph Kosinski, features scenes shot at the Daytona International Speedway and local businesses. The Daytona Beach Area Convention & Visitors Bureau believes the film's exposure offers invaluable advertising for the area.
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news-journalonline.com | Jim Abbott
Jim AbbottDaytona Beach News-JournalWelcome to Rockville is set to return to Daytona International Speedway from May 7-10, 2026. The 2025 festival saw a record-breaking 230,000 attendees. Early bird presale tickets for the 2026 event begin on June 26, 2025. If you're a heavy metal fan already counting the days until the return of Welcome to Rockville at Daytona International Speedway, the math just became a little bit more precise.
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