Here you will find a collection of articles published in the East Coast Current magazine.
We print 10,000 hard copies each month that are distributed throughout Volusia County and we work with a handful of talented local freelance writers who have an on-going column published each month.
If you are interested in submitting an article for consideration you can email the Editor, Tiffany Evers, at ECCurrentEditor@gmail.com.
Love, Laughter and the Little Things that Matter Valentine’s Day hits a little differently depending on who you’re talking to, and after hearing from a few couples, one thing is clear: there’s no rulebook. It’s shaped by habits, humor, kids, timing, and sometimes just a simple gesture. I went into Toni & Joe’s Patio in NSB and realized pretty quickly it was a great opportunity Read More » Continue reading Bobby G Talks Love
Who is James Gahan? Sitting across from James Gahan, it’s hard to reconcile the man in front of you with what he survived. There’s nothing performative about him. No theatrics. Just a calm presence that feels earned. And when he starts talking, you realize pretty quickly this isn’t a story you listen to casually. James fell two stories from the walkway of an American Airlines Read More » Continue reading Stronger in the Broken Places: A Story of Survival by James E. Gahan
My husband and I have been together for six years now and are coming up on two years of marriage in April. One thing we’ve done from the beginning—and something we still prioritize—is dating each other. Not in a big, over-the-top way. Just intentionally. Life is busy. Our schedules are almost opposite. I work weekdays, he works nights and weekends. So our dates are rarely Read More » Continue reading Editor’s Letter: Still Dating After “I Do”
Christmas Cruise: Laughs, History, and Doing Nothing Tiffany and I started our Christmas cruise by getting up earlier than we wanted and pointing the car toward Miami, already in vacation mode even though the sun wasn’t fully on board yet. Somewhere along the way I missed the exit. Normally that’s just annoying, but this time it turned into a win. We were hungry, so we Read More » Continue reading Bobby G Sets Sail
Understanding Insurance Claims and Their Challenges When it comes to insurance claims, many property owners do not realize there is a problem until it is already too late. Damage is often discovered months — or even years — after a storm, pipe break or fire, only to be met with confusion, delays or denials from the insurance company. That is where Trust Public Adjusting Group Read More » Continue reading When Insurance Claims Get Complicated, Public Adjusters Step In
Thinking Ahead of the Next Election Far too often, we only talk about an “election year” when it’s time to vote for a new president. We pay attention for a few months, then go back into hiding for the next three and a half years. As we start this new year, I want to encourage you to stay engaged with local and state elections that Read More » Continue reading 2026 Is an Election Year—Even If It’s Not Presidential
NSBBOR® Distributes Thanksgiving Baskets in Southeast Volusia The New Smyrna Beach Board of Realtors® continued its tradition of giving back this Thanksgiving season through a meaningful initiative led by the Special Events Committee. On Monday, November 24th, volunteers came together to pack and distribute 180 Thanksgiving baskets for families in the Southeast Volusia community. Basket pickup took place at the Knights of Columbus building on Read More » Continue reading Bringing Thanksgiving Home: NSBBOR® Supports Local Families
Studies show most boat owners have pets, and many bring them along on the water. Boating with your pet can be fun, but for their safety and enjoyment, it takes proper preparation. Start with safety: pet flotation devices (PFDs), ample fresh water, shade and proper identification, while also planning for seasickness and slippery decks. Even strong swimmers can become disoriented or injured if they go Read More » Continue reading Four Paws on Deck: What to Know Before Taking Pets Boating
Inside Our Retail Journey After years of serving the community as a beloved grab-and-go bakery, opening our retail location in October brought a whole new chapter—and a whole new set of lessons—for Dutch Oven Baking Co. 1. It’s okay to say no. Saying yes to everything eventually means saying no to your time, energy, or values. Clear boundaries don’t limit a business, they protect it. Read More » Continue reading 5 Things I’ve Learned Since Opening My Retail Bakery
The holidays are over, and I still can’t quite believe it. But isn’t that always how it goes? When there’s a lot happening and a lot of people involved, everything turns into one big whirlwind. This year was no different — except it kind of was. Despite the packed calendar, our family actually slowed down. We connected. We let the little things roll off our Read More » Continue reading Editor’s Letter: The Gift of Letting Go
