- November 22, 2024
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The Capt. James Ormond Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution honored five local student essay contest winners at its January meeting.
The winners were:
Students in fifth through eighth grade were asked to ask an essay based on imagining the loss of a brother in World War I, whose remains were never recovered, and what it would have meant to attend the dedication of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in 1921. High School students were asked to write an essay based on the selection of a figure who played a role in the American Revolution and how they influenced the course of the Revolution.
Tanger Outlets management recently announced it contributed over $1,000 to the Halifax Health Foundation in support of breast cancer awareness, thanks to proceeds from the 2021 Tanger Pink campaign.
According to a press release, the annual Tanger Pink campaign gives shoppers the chance to save money in support of the fight against breast cancer. Proceeds also support the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
The Knights of Columbus Prince of Peace Council 8791's Wine and Dine raffle held on Jan. 30 generated four winners: Bill Speno, who won five $100 dinner gift certificates; Roy Rearden, who won two $100 dinner gift certificates; Roger C. Butlet, who won one $100 dinner gift certificate; and GG Galloway, who won two tickets to all six Knights' Lenten Friday Fish Dinners.
According to an announcement by the council, the Knights gave away gift certificates to eight local upscale casual restaurants to support local businesses this year. The profits from the annual raffle will support the charitable activities of the Knights in the parish and the community.
Tickets are now on sale for Ormond Beach native Brian Kelley's performance at the Daytona Beach Oceanfront Bandshell at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 21.
Kelley is a member of country music duo Florida Georgia Line. His show is part of the "Live! At the Bandshell" series.
Kelley recently made his solo debut with his 2021 album, "Sunshine State of Mind." On Sunday, Feb. 6, the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum announced a new exhibition exploring the music and career of Florida Georgia Line, which traces Kelley's friendship with his musical counterpart Tyler Hubbard. It will be on display in the Nashville, Tennessee museum through Jan. 1, 2023.
Tickets to Kelley's show at the bandshell cost between $19 and $94. They can be purchased at ticketmaster.com or between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. on weekdays at the Peabody Box Office located at 600 Auditorium Blvd.
