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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

The 2025 Barons Ball

Step Back in Time for a Night of Glamour and Giving

The Halifax Foundation proudly presents the 4th Annual Barons Ball—a dazzling evening that blends historic charm with modern purpose. Held at the stunning Cici and Hyatt Brown Museum of Art, this elegant gala supports scholarships for deserving students at Daytona State College and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC OF A BYGONE ERA Step back in time as guests are transported to the golden age Read More » Continue reading Step Back in Time for a Night of Glamour and Giving

Bobby G at the Lagoon

SLIDING INTO DOUBLE DIGITS: PORTER’S DAYTONA LAGOON BASH We decided to head to Daytona Lagoon to celebrate our son Porter’s 10th birthday. We grabbed our towels and swim gear and hit the road. Tiffany had booked a party package that gave us a great group rate perfect for birthdays and special events. Included in the package was our own concierge, Mia, who was there to Read More » Continue reading Bobby G at the Lagoon

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Local Spotlight: Cruising the Coastline on a Daytona Segway Tour

My very first conversation for this magazine was titled “We Live Where You Vacation,” and highlighted activities in the area that may seem catered to tourists but can—and should—be embraced by locals. This past June, I had the opportunity to play tourist in the Ponce Inlet area on a Segway experience and want to share some of the highlights! Daytona Segway is a locally owned Read More » Continue reading Local Spotlight: Cruising the Coastline on a Daytona Segway Tour

Welcome To Rockville 2026

Welcome To Rockville 2026 Presale Starts This Week

North America’s Largest Rock Festival returns to world famous Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida May 7–10, 2026.  2025 broke every record in the history of Welcome To Rockville. The energy is still echoing through Daytona, and we know you’re not done yet. They’re headed back to Daytona International Speedway, May 7–10, 2026, and your first shot at passes to North America’s Largest Rock Festival drops THIS WEEK Read More » Continue reading Welcome To Rockville 2026 Presale Starts This Week

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Creative Play: Building LEGO Sets and Relationships in South Daytona

In my May conversation, I wrote about some of the cool places around Daytona Beach that my family has held our birthday parties. I have a new one that my girls and I visited for Mother’s Day and loved it so much that we booked the little girls’ party within a couple of weeks! Family things to do at Brick Cre8 Brick Cre8 is a Read More » Continue reading Creative Play: Building LEGO Sets and Relationships in South Daytona

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Bobby G Takes on Ponce Inlet Watersports & Daytona Beach Parasail

Summer is right around the corner, and Tiffany and I were looking for something fun to do with our son, Porter. We landed on parasailing—something I had never done before. Porter said he didn’t want to try it; it looked scary to him. He said he’d just come along for the boat ride. Fair enough. DAYTONA PARASAILING We reached out to Daytona Parasail and made Read More » Continue reading Bobby G Takes on Ponce Inlet Watersports & Daytona Beach Parasail

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Beachfront Traditions

Beach Rentals & Refreshments of Volusia County: Local Legacy and Service on the Sand Volusia County’s beaches are known for their golden sands, warm surf—and for the friendly, familiar faces that have served locals and visitors alike for generations. Behind the umbrella-lined shorelines and food stands is Beach Rentals & Refreshments of Volusia County (BR&R), a locally operated organization that manages a network of 38 Read More » Continue reading Beachfront Traditions

Local Businesses Take the Stress Out of Party Planning

Local Businesses Take the Stress Out of Party Planning

It’s birthday season in the Gonyer household! I used to be excited about hosting parties at my home or a local park, planning every piece of the event, and inviting all my kids’ classmates, but I have found that I am losing the energy for this with my own passing birthdays. Luckily, many local businesses and event spaces know that we are collectively tired and Read More » Continue reading Local Businesses Take the Stress Out of Party Planning

Splatter, Splash, and Sparkle: Getting Artsy in April

My girls and I just had the opportunity to check out the new Splatzz black light painting studio, located inside of the Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort (422 N. Atlantic Ave, Suite A). Their motto is “it’s ok to throw paint,” and that is exactly what we did! What to Expect at Splatzz Studio I do not typically consider myself a creative or “artsy” person, but Read More » Continue reading Splatter, Splash, and Sparkle: Getting Artsy in April