Author: Tiffany Sudakis

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Daytona Beach, DeLand, Edgewater, Holly Hill, New Smyrna Beach, News, Orange City/Deltona/DeBary, Ormond Beach, Ponce Inlet, Port Orange, Volusia, West Volusia

Stay Connected in Volusia County: Essential Resources

Staying informed is the first step to being an engaged local in Volusia County. Whether you’re checking county and city newsletters, signing up for community events, monitoring emergency alerts or following reliable community media, there are plenty of ways to stay connected. These resources are designed to keep residents informed, involved and ready to take action when needed. Continue reading Stay Connected in Volusia County: Essential Resources

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Restoration at Old Fort Park Wall Reveals Hidden Treasures

The Old Fort Archaeological Park, located at 115 Julia Street, New Smyrna Beach (NSB), Florida, is steeped in centuries of heritage. The city of New Smyrna Beach recently completed repairs for part of the south wall surrounding the ruins. Exciting archaeological finds were unearthed during the repair and reinforcement of the wall. During the restoration, a towering pile of excavated oyster shells could be observed Read More » Continue reading Restoration at Old Fort Park Wall Reveals Hidden Treasures

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Culture to Color Adult Coloring Book Features NSB

Photographer and author, Bibi LeBlanc, has just released the second book in a series of adult coloring books featuring cities around the globe. LeBlanc is inspired by beautiful, historic sites found throughout her travel adventures as well as those close to home in DeLand. LeBlanc took her own scenery-inspired photographs and turned them into beautiful mandala coloring pages. Thus, the launch of Culture to Color, Read More » Continue reading Culture to Color Adult Coloring Book Features NSB

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INSIDE LOOK: Volusia Eye Associates

Interview by Tiffany Yancey // Photos by Kelsey Walters New Smyrna Beach Location: 415 N. Causeway, New Smyrna Beach 32169 Edgewater Location: 602 W. Indian River Blvd., Suite 1 Edgewater 32132 Interview with Robert “Hank” Routh, M.D. Q: Not to be too cliché, but what was your vision when deciding to open Volusia Eye Associates? A: To provide advanced surgical and medical care with compassion Read More » Continue reading INSIDE LOOK: Volusia Eye Associates

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W.I.N.E. – Women Into Networking Every Day

Join the ladies of East Coast Current at an exclusive women’s networking event on Monday, May 20, 2019 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Bistro 424 in the heart of Venetian Bay. Your $5 cash admission includes complimentary appetizers from the chef at Bistro 424, drink specials, music by DJ Jukebox Bully, a chance to win fabulous raffle prizes and of course, networking with other Read More » Continue reading W.I.N.E. – Women Into Networking Every Day

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Travel

Down on the Farm

Obloy Family Ranch, Merritt Island – FL or Bust Travel Column  Text // Photos by Kelsey Walters Things to Do in Merritt Island Spring is on its way with its official arrival later this month, but we have already been getting a taste of the warmer days ahead. Spring is traditionally associated with precious baby animals, and if that’s your jam, a 36-acre petting zoo Read More » Continue reading Down on the Farm

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Blog, Inside Look, New Smyrna Beach, Restaurants, Taste, Volusia

INSIDE LOOK: Riverpark Terrace

302 South Riverside Drive, New Smyrna Beach 32168 // RiverparkTerrace.com Interview by Tiffany Yancey // Photos by Kelsey Walters From the moment you step onto the property at Riverpark Terrace you are surrounded by natural beauty. Follow the winding brick pathway to the heart of the venue and you escape into a tropical garden with beautiful flowers and fragrances and the wafting smells of divine Read More » Continue reading INSIDE LOOK: Riverpark Terrace

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It’s Time For A Clean Beach – No Butts About It

*The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the East Coast Current. Protecting Florida’s Beaches I’m an opinion writer. I examine facts and evidence, and then arrive at my conclusions (which are mostly negative), and then I share those screeds here for you to peruse, digest and, hopefully, form your own independent Read More » Continue reading It’s Time For A Clean Beach – No Butts About It

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Travel

Sea Cow Snuggle Season

St. Johns River Cruises @ Blue Spring State Park Things to Do in Central Florida Florida or Bust It’s officially manatee snuggle season, and the big squishies are out in full force throughout Central Florida’s springs huddling in the waters to keep warm!  No other spring has quite the reputation for manatee spotting like Blue Spring State Park in Orange City. With nearly 500 snuggly Read More » Continue reading Sea Cow Snuggle Season

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INSIDE LOOK: Abundant Health Day Spa

Where Relaxation Meets Wellness  Interview with Owner Cindi Flanagan by Tiffany Yancey // Photos by Kelsey Walters Q: When did Abundant Health Day Spa first open and what is your mission? A: I acquired Abundant Health Day Spa in November 2013. It had already been here about 10 years. I visited the spa and saw a vision of what it could be. I had been in Read More » Continue reading INSIDE LOOK: Abundant Health Day Spa

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