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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.

Blog, Daytona Beach, New Smyrna Beach, Ormond Beach, Ponce Inlet, Volusia

Coastal Property Owners & FDEP Take Action Against Sea Level Rise & Erosion

Featured picture is owner, Teri Corbett, in front of Angel Inn the Sand and the revetment sea wall using TrapBags.  The combined impacts of Hurricane Ian (September 2022), Hurricane Nicole (November 2022), annual nor’easters and significant high tides to coastal properties in New Smyrna Beach was devastating. The storm surge was so strong that several coastal buildings and single-family homes were deemed “unsafe” and/or “uninhabitable.” … Continue reading Coastal Property Owners & FDEP Take Action Against Sea Level Rise & Erosion

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Blog, Travel

ICE!, ICE!, Baby: ICE makes its Return to The Gaylord Palms

Photos & Article by: Kelsey Walters While the weather outside may not be frightful this winter here in Florida, it sure is beginning to look a lot like Christmas, especially at the Gaylord Palms in Kissimmee. The Gaylord Palms has long been known for celebrating the holidays in a big way each year, but this year is especially exciting as ICE! makes its big comeback. … Continue reading ICE!, ICE!, Baby: ICE makes its Return to The Gaylord Palms

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Blog, New Smyrna Beach, Restaurants, Volusia

What’s New at 412 Canal Street, NSB 

Text: Tiffany Evers // Photos: Kelsey Walters The closing of Little Drug Company on Canal Street in New Smyrna Beach sent a wave of shock through our community, with so many locals genuinely upset they would no longer be able to enjoy the classic ice cream parlor they’ve been going to since childhood. A historic building filled with so much history and so many memories. … Continue reading What’s New at 412 Canal Street, NSB 

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Blog, Pet

Holidays and Pets: What’s Safe for Animals to Eat During Holiday Meals

Pets are often included in our holiday celebrations and treated as members of the family. It is important to remember however that they have their own dietary needs that differ from ours. Around Thanksgiving, Christmas and other holidays, keep in mind what is safe for your pets to have and what to avoid. What Foods Pets/Dogs CAN’T EAT: What Foods Pets/Dogs CAN Enjoy: Any allowed … Continue reading Holidays and Pets: What’s Safe for Animals to Eat During Holiday Meals

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There is No Present Like Time 

The holidays are upon us, and we are once again left with the dilemma of gift giving. For most, this is where our holiday stress comes from.  Over the years, our family would occasionally have a homemade gift-giving Christmas with our extended families. It was fun to see what family members would make and witness talents we didn’t know existed.  I’m not crafty, but I … Continue reading There is No Present Like Time 

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Blog, Inside Look, New Smyrna Beach, Volusia

AdventHealth NSB Foundation: Raising Funds to Benefit our Community

AdventHealth New Smyrna Beach Foundation was created in 1995 to fund AdventHealth New Smyrna Beach’s mission of whole-person healing. Working together with philanthropic community leaders, the foundation provides much-needed support for our non-profit hospital. AdventHealth NSB Foundation has 17 board members raising money for our community hospital. By helping people find healing close to home, providing for their physical and spiritual needs, and offering expert … Continue reading AdventHealth NSB Foundation: Raising Funds to Benefit our Community

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Blog, Travel

Rooting for Fall @ Rooterville Animal Sanctuary

It’s no secret that our family is composed of some hardcore animal lovers. We have a small wolf pack of dogs in our home, and Avery (and maybe me, too) wants to bring home just about any animal she meets. We spend our summers raising tadpoles, hatching butterfly cocoons and catching frogs and every bug under the Florida sun. We visit animal sanctuaries and experiences … Continue reading Rooting for Fall @ Rooterville Animal Sanctuary

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Photo by City of Daytona Beach Shores
Blog, Daytona Beach, Edgewater, New Smyrna Beach, News, Ormond Beach, Ponce Inlet, Port Orange, Volusia, West Volusia

Impacts of Hurricane Ian: Demolished Sea Walls and Intense Dune Erosion

Featured photo provided by the City of Daytona Beach Shores On September 29, 2022, Hurricane Ian’s path swept through Volusia County. The county has reported coastal damage is worse than Hurricane Matthew (2016). Recent significant erosion to Volusia beaches began with Hurricane Matthew then continued with Hurricane Irma (2017), Hurricane Dorian (2019) and annual nor’easters. The county is working with the Federal Emergency Management Agency … Continue reading Impacts of Hurricane Ian: Demolished Sea Walls and Intense Dune Erosion

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Tell Me ‘Bout the Good Old Days 

I loved my grandparents – especially my grandpa. Our family was so fortunate to have him live with us for the last 10 years of his life.  The stories he would tell at the dinner table were priceless. My kids never knew how much they were learning about history – about the way it really was, because he had such a great gift of storytelling. … Continue reading Tell Me ‘Bout the Good Old Days 

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Blog, Inside Look, New Smyrna Beach, Pet, Volusia

Get to Know NSB’s Specialty Pet Store

When you shop at Cap’n Lu’s you can feel confident that you’re getting the highest quality pet food on the beachside in New Smyrna Beach!  Inside Look with Cap’n Lu’s Q: Tell us the story behind opening your pet shop. What inspired you to open in New Smyrna Beach and how did you come up with the name? A: My last dog, Tony, passed from … Continue reading Get to Know NSB’s Specialty Pet Store

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