I’m old enough to remember when there were “Kodak Photo Spots” around theme parks to stop and take pictures with unique backgrounds related to the location. When you had to take multiple pictures because you never knew how they would turn out until you had the film processed later. While the technology has. changed over the years, the idea of photo ops at special places Read More » Continue reading Iconic Photo Spots Around Daytona Beach
Become an event Patron for the 2023 New Smyrna Beach Plein Air Paint Out! Witness the creative process up close and experience the charm of NSB’s beaches through the eyes of 21 outstanding plein air artists from October 17 through 21, 2023. These artists are using their talents to highlight not only the architecture, seascapes, and beaches of the town but also, to advocate for Read More » Continue reading NSB Plein Air Paint Out – where every brushstroke tells a story
The timeliness of this article is impeccable. On August 22, I received a call from Sterling Scott, owner of Trust Public Adjusting Group, who is also a long-time advertiser of ours, about wanting to educate the community on hurricane claim laws, with the conversation specifically in relation to claims involved with Hurricane Ian from 2022. He informed me that if you had damage to your Read More » Continue reading Navigating Insurance Claims: Before & After a Storm
Celebration at the Iconic Streamline Hotel On August 19, 2023, East Coast Current celebrated the publication of its 100th issue at the iconic Streamline Hotel in Daytona Beach. Founded in February 2015, the publication quickly established itself as a premier source of local news, events and features for communities in Volusia County. Since then, the publication has played an integral role in connecting residents, visitors Read More » Continue reading ECC 100th Issue Milestone
As summer is winding down, I hope you all have enjoyed the programs at the county library branches as much as our family has! Our household loves books and sharing our love of reading with our neighborhood. That’s why we had a friend of ours build and install a Little Free Library outside of our house to pass along our books to those that may Read More » Continue reading Building Bridges of Literacy
Video by Meghaphone Marketing This remarkable milestone has been made possible thanks to your unwavering support. To commemorate this incredible journey, we held celebratory evening at the historic Streamline Hotel. This event goes beyond marking 100 issues of creativity, insights, and community – it was also an opportunity for us to express our deep appreciation for our community’s incredible support. Every one of our readers Read More » Continue reading 100 Issues of East Coast Current!
BlueWave Management Group now serving homeowners and condo associations in Central Florida, with support from American Momentum Bank and CINC Systems NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Fla. — When Tim Smith permanently moved from New York to his vacation condo in New Smyrna Beach in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic, it wasn’t long before he experienced frustrations facing the condominium association’s management company. “I joined the board Read More » Continue reading New Smyrna Beach startup focuses on customer service, technology to meet a need in the market
Cruising around the city of New Smyrna Beach (NSB), citizens and visitors are spotting elevated homes. The whole single-family structures, including the garage, are raised, resting on concrete columns. The electrical and mechanical equipment, like the air conditioner, are also elevated outside the home. The homes were approved for the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP). Since Hurricane Irma (2017), the Read More » Continue reading Rising UP: City of New Smyrna Beach Receives FEMA Grant to Elevate At-Risk Homes
Saturday, April 23 from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. @ the NSB Sports Complex I had a conversation recently about what it meant to leave behind a legacy. Of course, there is the literal definition, meaning the actual items we leave behind when we pass, like our homes, cars and personal possessions. But then there is something far greater. Something that lives longer than we Read More » Continue reading THE EVENT: For our friends who left us too soon
The Marine Discovery Center (MDC) has spent the past 25 years informing and educating citizens and visitors about the amazing biodiversity of the Indian River Lagoon. A 25th anniversary party is planned for Saturday, March 19 (originally scheduled for March 12, but postponed due to inclement weather) at the Hunter Amphitheater on-site outdoor venue. During the free event, guests are invited to come and listen Read More » Continue reading Marine Discovery Center Celebrates 25th Anniversary
