BIG SHARK GIFT SHOP: SIX DECADES OF SERVING DAYTONA BEACH FAMILIES The city’s sesquicentennial Business Milestone Series kicks off with Big Shark Gift Shop, a family-owned Daytona Beach business that has served locals and visitors for more than 60 years. Founded in 1960 as Daytona Shells and Curios, the shop has grown into a 13,000-square- foot destination offering souvenirs, beach-themed décor and apparel. Still operated today by Tim Pace, Big Shark remains rooted in family, longtime employees and a strong connection to the community. From its distinctive curved palm trees to its welcoming atmosphere, Big Shark Gift Shop reflects hospitality and tradition along the Ormond Beach–Daytona Beach line, which is represented by Zone 2 City Commissioner Ken Strickland. Read the full story and learn more about this milestone business by visiting: https://tinyurl.com/y6sdh77y
TIM PACE, OWNER
322 N. KEECH ST.
RESIDENTIAL RECONSTRUCTION PROGRAM A new home at 322 N. Keech St. closed on Friday, Jan. 30, marking another milestone in the city’s residential reconstruction program aimed at replacing unsafe housing with safe, modern homes for income-qualified residents. This home is located in Zone 6, represented by City Commissioner Paula R. Reed. The program, administered by the city’s Redevelopment and Neighborhood Services Department, provides assistance to low-income homeowners. Additional reconstruction projects are underway at 351 Garden St. and 831 Madison St. The program currently has a waitlist of more than five years and continues to support residents through reconstruction, rehabilitation and owner-occupied housing assistance.
// Pictured is the city’s Housing Administrator LaShondra Robinson.
DAYTONA BEACH’S 2026 STATE OF THE CITY: PROGRESS WITH PURPOSE NOW AVAILABLE
The digital report highlights how the city is sustaining momentum by pairing major infrastructure investments with neighborhood quality-of-life improvements. Signature projects featured include the Main Street Arch restoration, the new Fire Station No. 1 (targeted for completion in spring 2026) and continued upgrades at Jackie Robinson Ballpark. The update also emphasizes stronger accountability through the hiring of a City Auditor, as well as continued work on core services such as water/wastewater resiliency, citywide roadway improvements and park upgrades. A short video was also produced to accompany the 35-page booklet. Access the 2026 State of the City by visiting: https://tinyurl.com/4vzptmkn
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