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‘Leave all your troubles behind:’ Tourism boost from Biketoberfest energizes Daytona Beach
Read full article: ‘Leave all your troubles behind:’ Tourism boost from Biketoberfest energizes Daytona BeachHarleys, dirt bikes, choppers and more – just about every type of motorcycle you could think of is rolling down Main Street in Daytona Beach for the 32nd annual Biketoberfest.
Apopka police seek Mustang involved in hit-and-run crash
Read full article: Apopka police seek Mustang involved in hit-and-run crashApopka police are looking for a Ford Mustang that investigators say was involved in a hit-and-run crash in September. Not only that, but officers are also hoping to identify the tow truck that hauled the Ford away.
Daytona Beach gears up for Biketoberfest while dealing with hurricane damage, debris
Read full article: Daytona Beach gears up for Biketoberfest while dealing with hurricane damage, debrisThousands of bikers are going to pour into Daytona Beach once again this weekend for Biketoberfest, which officially kicks off Thursday.
‘Making significant progress:’ Daytona Beach businesses prep for Biketoberfest amid Hurricane Milton cleanup
Read full article: ‘Making significant progress:’ Daytona Beach businesses prep for Biketoberfest amid Hurricane Milton cleanupThe event typically brings thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts to Daytona Beach.
Orlando districts team up for community cleanup ahead of Earth Day
Read full article: Orlando districts team up for community cleanup ahead of Earth DayTo celebrate Earth Day, two Main Street districts came together on Sunday, along with Orlando City Soccer to help the City Beautiful live up to its name.
🍿 It’s a smell world after all: New ‘Smellephants’ installed at Magic Kingdom
Read full article: 🍿 It’s a smell world after all: New ‘Smellephants’ installed at Magic KingdomDisney has revealed a first look of the installation of “Smellephants on Parade," a search-and-sniff experience at the Magic Kingdom.
Motorcyclist killed after losing control, striking tree in Volusia County
Read full article: Motorcyclist killed after losing control, striking tree in Volusia CountyA 71-year-old motorcyclist was killed after losing control of his bike and crashing into a tree in Volusia County on Saturday evening, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Bike Week brings business to Daytona Beach as city considers disallowing pop-up storefronts
Read full article: Bike Week brings business to Daytona Beach as city considers disallowing pop-up storefrontsThe engines are roaring, the food is ready and thousands of Bikers are in Daytona Beach for Bike Week 2023.
Daytona Beach leaders proposed changes could impact Bike Week, Biketoberfest
Read full article: Daytona Beach leaders proposed changes could impact Bike Week, BiketoberfestBig changes could be coming to Bike Week and Biketoberfest. Daytona Beach city leaders are looking to change what businesses can be in town during the events and where the events are held.
PHOTOS: 30th annual Biketoberfest rides into the sunset in Daytona Beach
Read full article: PHOTOS: 30th annual Biketoberfest rides into the sunset in Daytona BeachAs the smell of leather and exhaust fades away, the 30th annual Biketoberfest closes out in Volusia County on Sunday after a beautiful weather weekend.
Trump: 'King' to some in Pennsylvania, but will it help GOP?
Read full article: Trump: 'King' to some in Pennsylvania, but will it help GOP?The enthusiasm for Donald Trump’s unique brand of nationalist populism has cut into traditional Democratic strongholds in places such as Monongahela in western Pennsylvania.
Man shoots suspect attempting to rob him during Daytona Beach Bike Week, police say
Read full article: Man shoots suspect attempting to rob him during Daytona Beach Bike Week, police sayPolice detained a man following a shooting that left another man injured on the first Sunday of Bike Week in Daytona Beach, according to investigators.
1 detained in shooting of alleged robber in Daytona Beach, investigators say
Read full article: 1 detained in shooting of alleged robber in Daytona Beach, investigators sayThe Daytona Beach Police Department said Sunday its officers detained a man who investigators believe shot someone who tried to rob his friend early that morning, according to a news release.
9,000 NYC workers on leave as vaccine mandate takes effect
Read full article: 9,000 NYC workers on leave as vaccine mandate takes effectAbout 9,000 New York City municipal workers were put on unpaid leave for refusing to comply with a COVID-19 vaccine mandate that took effect Monday and thousands of city firefighters have called out sick in an apparent protest over the requirement.
Biketoberfest in Daytona Beach is back without COVID-19 restrictions
Read full article: Biketoberfest in Daytona Beach is back without COVID-19 restrictionsMain Street in Daytona Beach was back again, filled with the sound of engines rumbling, music blasting and motorcyclists from around the world during this year's Biketoberfest kickoff.
Disney shares details about all-new nighttime spectacular ‘Disney Enchantment’
Read full article: Disney shares details about all-new nighttime spectacular ‘Disney Enchantment’Walt Disney World shared more details Friday about the all-new nighttime show coming to Magic Kingdom for the 50th anniversary celebration.
Milk District receives 2021 national accreditation for driving local economy
Read full article: Milk District receives 2021 national accreditation for driving local economyThe Milk District received a 2021 national accreditation through the Main Street program, which recognizes districts that have advanced “economic vitality and quality of life.”
Hate crime: Suspect arrested in attack on Asian American woman in New York City
Read full article: Hate crime: Suspect arrested in attack on Asian American woman in New York CityThis image taken from surveillance video provided by the New York City Police Department shows a person of interest in connection with an assault of an Asian American woman, Monday, March 29, 2021, in New York. (Courtesy of New York Police Department via AP)NEW YORK – A parolee convicted of killing his mother nearly two decades ago was arrested on assault and hate crime charges in an attack on an Asian American woman in New York City, police said Wednesday. New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio called the attack “absolutely disgusting and outrageous” and said it was “absolutely unacceptable” that witnesses didn’t help the woman. Two lobby workers, described by their union as doormen, were seen on video witnessing the attack but failing to help Kari. This year in New York City, there have been 33 hate crimes with an Asian victim as of Sunday, police said.
Victim in Mims deadly shooting identified as Titusville man
Read full article: Victim in Mims deadly shooting identified as Titusville manBREVARD COUNTY, Fla. – Deputies on Monday identified a man who was shot and killed in Mims last week. Investigators said Alex Robinson, 44, of Titusville, was found shot near a house off Main Street Thursday morning. Deputies have not said what the motive for the shooting may have been, but did say they believe Robinson was targeted and the shooting was an isolated incident. The sheriff’s office is asking anyone with information about this shooting to call the homicide unit at 321-633-8413 or Crimeline at 800-423-8477. Use the form below to sign up for the ClickOrlando.com 4pm Trending newsletter, sent every weekday.
Victim found shot to death near Mims home, deputies say
Read full article: Victim found shot to death near Mims home, deputies sayBREVARD COUNTY, Fla. – A death investigation is underway in Brevard County after deputies discovered a male shooting victim near a Mims home, according to the sheriff’s office. The fatal shooting was reported near Harry T Moore Avenue and Main Street around 10 a.m. Thursday. AdThe victim was taken to an area hospital, were he was pronounced dead, according to the sheriff’s office. Sheriff’s officials said agents were interviewing potential witnesses and collecting evidence to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident. Anyone with information about the death investigation is asked to call 321-633-8413 or Crimeline at 800-423-TIPS.
Man killed in hit-and-run on Main Street in Apopka
Read full article: Man killed in hit-and-run on Main Street in ApopkaAPOPKA, Fla. – A man was killed in a hit-and-run crash on Main Street in Apopka on Wednesday, according to police. The Apopka Police Department said officers responded to the incident around 8 p.m. and the vehicle officers are searching for is a silver or gray sedan with front driver’s-side damage. [TRENDING: 18+ can soon get vaccine in Fla. | That’s not lint: Family finds snake in dryer | So Florida: Gator swims with shark]AdOfficers said they are looking for information from the area at the time of the crash. Investigators said anyone with information should call 407-703-1757 or email apdtips@apopka.net. We will update this story as more information becomes available.
Coronavirus restrictions and other things to expect during Daytona Beach’s Bike Week 2021
Read full article: Coronavirus restrictions and other things to expect during Daytona Beach’s Bike Week 2021DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – Last year, the coronavirus pandemic forced an early end to the annual motorcycle event but now, Bike Week is returning to Daytona Beach for its full run. A mask mandate is also in effect in Daytona Beach, but only applies to indoor businesses, meaning attendees can go mask free while partying outdoors, where many of the happenings take place. Only motorcycles will be allowed on Main Street. AdThe Daytona Beach Police Department said it expects hundreds of thousands of visitors, most of whom will be congregating in the areas of Main Street, Beach Street, Daytona International Speedway and Mary McLeod Bethune Boulevard. Drivers should also keep their eyes peeled for changes in traffic patterns -- including restricted traffic on Main Street Bridge -- should they become necessary.
Bike Week will happen in Daytona Beach this year, but with these changes
Read full article: Bike Week will happen in Daytona Beach this year, but with these changesDAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – Bike Week is known as a Volusia county tradition with tens of thousands of bikers rolling into town every year. For years, owner George St. Pierre at Jungle George’s on Main Street had to prepare for the annual influx in people. Bike week would normally allow for popular streets to shut down to make room for the crowds. Last year, the final days of Bike Week were called off after COVID-19 started to rapidly spread across the country. Biketoberfest 2020 permits were denied in Daytona Beach but not elsewhere.
Experts say experience convinced Midwest of virus dangers
Read full article: Experts say experience convinced Midwest of virus dangersSince the middle of November, the entire region has returned to levels similar to those seen in October. Governors have used the declining numbers to justify their divergent approaches to fighting the pandemic, even jousting at times. As the pandemic crept into communities across the Midwest, more people had loved ones, friends or acquaintances fall ill or die. Many health experts warned that the region was ripe for widespread infections, especially as the weather cooled and people gathered inside, making it easier for the coronavirus to spread. Other experts say some pockets of people, such as those who work in meatpacking plants where infections were widespread, had experienced such high rates of infections that the virus has slowed.
Move over, Santa. It’s 2020 and there’s a new witch in town
Read full article: Move over, Santa. It’s 2020 and there’s a new witch in townORLANDO, Fla. – It’s 2020 -- and less than two weeks until Halloween -- so it’s only appropriate that a witch was spotted flying Tuesday morning in the Florida skies. Well, technically, it was a cloud in the shape of a witch appearing to fly on a broom across the Orlando area. No word whether the witch is planning to hijack Christmas, but it is 2020, so ... If you have a photo you’d like to share with News 6, submit it at ClickOrlando.com/pins. Click here to subscribe to ClickOrlando.com’s Strange Florida newsletter, delivered every Friday.
Bikers descend on Daytona Beach for Biketoberfest
Read full article: Bikers descend on Daytona Beach for BiketoberfestVOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. – Biketoberfest began Thursday, with bikers revving down Main Street in Daytona Beach as early as the night before. Last month, the city of Daytona Beach voted to not allow event permits for Biketoberfest out of concerns it could cause COVID-19 to spread. However, Volusia County voted to allow permits for areas not governed by another local city within the county. Ormond Beach also voted to allow event permits if the business submitted a safety plan regarding COVID-19. Daytona Beach Police Chief Craig Capri also said he will be on Main Street on Friday to monitor the crowds.
Biketoberfest permits allowed in Ormond Beach but not in Daytona due to COVID-19
Read full article: Biketoberfest permits allowed in Ormond Beach but not in Daytona due to COVID-19ORMOND BEACH, Fla. – Don’t expect blaring music or vendors filling up Main Street in Daytona Beach for this year’s Biketoberfest after city commissioners ruled against issuing permits, hoping to avoid crowded corridors during a pandemic. “People are going to come into town, you know they’re going to come to town. Will it be better to shut the doors for Biketoberfest and come back on Monday?”But, drive up the road to U.S. 1 in Ormond Beach and it’s a different story. Ormond Beach Mayor Bill Partington said the city issued permits because it has acres of land along U.S. 1 and big spaces like Destination Daytona for bikers to roam, if establishments submit a COVID-19 safety plan. “Ormond Beach is situated differently than Daytona and we have more room to spread out.
Federal Reserve expands lending program to nonprofit groups
Read full article: Federal Reserve expands lending program to nonprofit groupsWASHINGTON The Federal Reserve has opened one of its lending programs to nonprofit groups, including hospitals, educational institutions, and social service organizations. The central bank needs to finalize the legal details before loans to nonprofits can be made. Under the program, banks make loans to borrowers that meet the Fed's criteria, and the central bank then purchases 95% of the loans to reduce the risk to the bank and enable it to engage in more lending. The Fed first proposed terms and criteria for nonprofits last month and adjusted them after receiving public feedback. Many potential business borrowers apparently find the program too complicated and are also struggling to locate participating banks.
Bicyclist dies after being hit by a car in Brevard, troopers say
Read full article: Bicyclist dies after being hit by a car in Brevard, troopers sayBREVARD COUNTY, Fla. A bicyclist is dead after being hit by a car Friday in Brevard County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. Troopers said the crash happened at 8 a.m. along U.S. 1 and Main Street. The bicyclist was pronounced dead at the scene. Troopers said the northbound lanes of U.S. 1 are closed for the investigation into the crash. Stay with News 6 for updates.
Fed acts to broaden appeal of 'Main Street' lending program
Read full article: Fed acts to broaden appeal of 'Main Street' lending programSmaller companies, many of which have endured severe damage from the shutdowns forced by the coronavirus, might now find the Main Street program more appealing. Under the Main Street lending program, banks make loans to businesses; the Fed then buys the loans from the banks. Collectively, the changes suggest that the Fed might be having trouble attracting borrowers for the Main Street program. Chair Jerome Powell previously said the Main Street program would start making loans on June 1 or shortly after, but it has not yet done so. On Monday, the Fed said the program would start registering banks soon and will then buy loans shortly afterwards.
Bike Week goers still attending despite city canceling event
Read full article: Bike Week goers still attending despite city canceling eventDAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – Fears over the spread of the coronavirus are bringing an early end to outdoor activities at this year’s Bike Week in Daytona Beach after city leaders declared a state of emergency. Motorcycles are rolling down Main Street in Daytona Beach as Bike Week is still in full swing. On Friday city leaders issued a state of emergency, pulled all outdoor permits, and called off Bike Week. Sim came down from New York for Bike Week with his friends. Master Barber Michael Napier said even if the city cancels the rest of Bike Week, people can still have a good time indoors.
Everything you need to know for Daytona Beach’s Bike Week
Read full article: Everything you need to know for Daytona Beach’s Bike WeekDAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – Motorcycle enthusiasts, it’s time to start your bikes and rev those engines because Daytona Beach’s 79th annual Bike Week is coming to town. Start your day off at the welcome center located at One Daytona, right across from the Daytona International Speedway. North Beach StreetThere will be motorcycle-only parking on selected areas of North Beach Street. 290 North Beach Street, Daytona Beach. March 14: Daytona 200/Daytona TT at the Daytona International Speedway.