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Florida Black Bear Scenic Byway to Host Kids Fishing Event at Essex Seafood House

What Is the Florida Black Bear Kids Fishing Event All About The Florida Black Bear National Scenic Byway invites families to a fun and educational Kids Fishing Event on Saturday, April 11 at Essex Seafood House (1360 West, 1360 FL-40, Pierson, FL 32180). The event will begin at 9:00 a.m., and fishing activities will wrap up at 11:00 a.m., followed by a complimentary hot dog lunch Read More » Continue reading Florida Black Bear Scenic Byway to Host Kids Fishing Event at Essex Seafood House

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Activities, Daytona Beach, Events, Port Orange

The KidFest & Camp Fair comes to Daytona Beach in April!

As a parent trying to keep a child entertained over the summer and make sure they are well taken care of, sometimes planning can be overwhelming. This event is loaded with important information from dozens of family-friendly resources and fun summer programs to help with that process. We have tons of free fun in store! Activities include face painting, balloon animals, axe throwing, games, meet Read More » Continue reading The KidFest & Camp Fair comes to Daytona Beach in April!

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Blog

Sh!t…Things Happen – Be Prepared

Boating is an extremely enjoyable activity, whether you fish, tow, surf or just hang out at the sandbar. However, things can and will go awry. A recent incident reminded me that being prepared is more than having a life vest and first aid kit. A Cautionary Tale On a crisp Sunday morning, I got a call from the dockmaster at our marina. Our 23-foot center Read More » Continue reading Sh!t…Things Happen – Be Prepared

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Blog, New Smyrna Beach

Coastal Advantage: The Value of a Realtor® in New Smyrna Beach

Understanding the NSB Real Estate Market Listen, let’s get honest about what it actually takes to navigate real estate in a place as unique as New Smyrna Beach. You aren’t just looking for a house with a view; you are making one of the biggest financial and emotional decisions of your life in a coastal market that has its own set of rules, from salt Read More » Continue reading Coastal Advantage: The Value of a Realtor® in New Smyrna Beach

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Dutch Oven Bread Co.
Food & Drink, New Smyrna Beach

Dutch Oven Bread Co.: Our 5-9 Before Your 9-5

Inside the Early Hours Before the Doors Open At Dutch Oven, our mornings start at 3:00 AM. In Edgewater at our production site, sourdough bread that was mixed the day before gets baked off first. Boules, sandwich loaves, baguettes and loaf of the day. Bagels are shaped by hand, boiled and baked. Someone is baking and filling pastries or frosting cinnamon rolls. We’re checking numbers, Read More » Continue reading Dutch Oven Bread Co.: Our 5-9 Before Your 9-5

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Dispelling the Biggest Insurance Myth: Why Filing a Claim Won’t Raise Your Rates or Get You Dropped

The Fear Behind Unfiled Insurance Claims As the owner of Trust Public Adjusting Group and an advocate for policyholders for over a decade, I continue to see one of the most damaging misconceptions in the insurance world: homeowners are afraid to file legitimate claims. The two fears I hear constantly are, “My premiums will go up,” or “My insurance company will drop me.” Let me Read More » Continue reading Dispelling the Biggest Insurance Myth: Why Filing a Claim Won’t Raise Your Rates or Get You Dropped

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Travel

Back in the Wild: Rediscovering Hontoon Island State Park

After three long years of closure following the devastating flooding from Hurricane Ian—when much of the island sat underwater and infrastructure was heavily damaged — Hontoon Island State Park officially reopened in October 2025. And let me tell you, the locals are thrilled. This little slice of wild Florida has always been beloved, but now it feels like a comeback story with muddy boots and Read More » Continue reading Back in the Wild: Rediscovering Hontoon Island State Park

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The Little Theatre of New Smyrna Beach
Arts, Events, New Smyrna Beach

The Little Theatre of New Smyrna Beach is Proud to Present a Special Event!

BROADWAY AT THE BEACH – A Musical Revue March 19, 20, 21 at 7:30 pmMarch 22 at 2 pmAll seats are $25 Join us for an exciting Musical Revue of Broadway songs from yesterday and today. Our cast of 18 will be singing and dancing their way into your hearts. A fun filled evening that will have you toe-tapping, laughing and singing along! They will Read More » Continue reading The Little Theatre of New Smyrna Beach is Proud to Present a Special Event!

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Blog, New Smyrna Beach

Generations Growing

How Coronado Day School is Showing Up for the Next Generation In a town like New Smyrna Beach, progress doesn’t mean replacing the past, it means honoring it while creating room for the next generation to grow. On Saturday, February 7, 2026, Coronado Day School, an outreach ministry of Coronado Community United Methodist Church, welcomed families, church members, and community leaders, including Mayor Fred Cleveland, Read More » Continue reading Generations Growing

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