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.
If you haven’t gotten into the holiday spirit yet, this issue should do the trick. We’ve packed it with festive fun, including events all throughout November and even into early December — because planning ahead is key this time of year. You’ll find a full list of December parades to help you get your calendar in order. If you’re looking to celebrate in West Volusia, Read More » Continue reading Editor’s Letter: Hello, Holiday Season!
Community Outrage Sparks Change in Local Ghost Tour Commercial ghost tours are common in historic cities across the nation. But last month, a ghost tour company advertised a decades-old homicide as the “Nightmare on Live Oak” and planned to include details of the cold case on one of their tours through New Smyrna Beach. Dating back to 1991, the still-unsolved homicide of Jennifer Duffy remains Read More » Continue reading Ghost Tour Revises Content After Community Pushback
Our family traditionally boats together on Sundays. The group is most commonly comprised of my wife Louise, our oldest son Miller and his lovely wife Amelia along with our younger son Brandt and myself. On occasion we’ll have additional guests, however our small boat gets crowded quickly. We usually end up on a sandbar island meeting up with friends and other family. After beaching the Read More » Continue reading The Boat Coach: Tips For Eating Onboard
At Trust Public Adjusting Group, we’ve always believed that knowledge is power. That’s why we offer free property inspections and free insurance policy reviews to our community. Too often, policyholders only discover limitations in their coverage after they’ve suffered a loss—by then, it’s usually too late. WHAT THE 1% MATCHING LIMIT CLAUSE REALLY MEANS One of the biggest changes we’ve been seeing lately is the Read More » Continue reading Insurance Insights: Don’t Let Hidden Policy Changes Cost You Thousands
A 30-MINUTE DRIVE TRANSPORTS YOU TO FLORIDA’S SUPERNATURAL CAPITAL October is here, and what better way to embrace the season than a trip to Cassadaga, the “Psychic Capital of the World.” It is located an easy 30-minute cruise down State Road 44 — just take a left before I-4. This historic community is known for its mediums, mystics and legends that blur the line between Read More » Continue reading Bobby G Visits Cassadaga
When I was living on my boat at the Cape Marina in Cocoa, Saturday evenings meant time for a beer at Grills Seafood Deck & Tiki Bar to enjoy the “Boat Ramp Follies.” The public ramp was located right next door to the restaurant and provided the perfect opportunity to observe the wins and fails of often incompetent or inebriated (sometimes both) boaters. The cheers Read More » Continue reading The Boat Coach: Avoid Being a Part of the “Boat Ramp Follies”
I added a new title to my multi-hyphenated business card this past April: President of the Volusia County Council PTA. Most folks have heard of the Parent Teacher Association or PTA, but I’m realizing that few people know the true mission of the organization and so I want to dedicate my conversation this month to my love of public schools and supporting our students! THE Read More » Continue reading Beyond the Bake Sales: The True Goal of PTA
THE LEGACY OF NSBBOR® Here in New Smyrna Beach, being a Realtor® means more than guiding someone through a home purchase or sale, it means being part of a legacy of service, advocacy, and community involvement. This year, the New Smyrna Beach Board of Realtors® (NSBBOR®) proudly celebrates 100 years of excellence, honoring the dedication of members past, present, and future. From its founding in Read More » Continue reading A Century of Service: Celebrating 100 Years of NSBBOR®
Hurricane Erin just barely missed Florida, but it gave us all a reminder that storm season is officially here. Living on the coast means we can’t afford to be complacent. While we hope every storm stays out to sea, preparation is what separates peace of mind from panic when the next one heads our way. At Trust Public Adjusting Group, we are your local property Read More » Continue reading Hurricane Preparedness: A Friendly Reminder from Your Local Insurance Claim Experts
FRESH FINDS AND FUN: A FARMERS MARKET ADVENTURE Farmers markets… turns out, there are way more around here than I ever realized. This month, I decided to dive in. Call it therapy, call it an excuse to eat fresher food, call it curiosity. I just wanted to see what was out there. My first push to check out the farmers market came from something a Read More » Continue reading Bobby G Gets Fresh
