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This Week: Events in Volusia (6/5 – 6/11)

If you’re searching for family-friendly activities to enjoy this weekend, Volusia County has several events to choose from that are perfect for kids. Make lasting memories with your little ones by participating in these exciting happenings. There’s a FREE Admission “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish” Movie outdoor screening at Port Orange City Center. Don’t miss out on the fun-filled weekend! This information is evolving … Continue reading This Week: Events in Volusia (6/5 – 6/11)

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63 sites to participate in summer food service program

Volusia County’s Community Assistance Division is sponsoring a Summer Food Service Program from June 5 through Aug. 11 to provide free breakfast and lunch meals for children ages 18 and under. The program, funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, provides nutritionally balanced meals during summer break when schools are closed.  The following sites will serve meals Monday through Friday unless otherwise indicated. All sites … Continue reading 63 sites to participate in summer food service program

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It’s Time to Assemble Your Hurricane Disaster Supplies

It’s that time of year again – the Atlantic Hurricane Season is here, starting on June 1 and continuing through November 30. As we prepare ourselves for potential storms and their aftermath, it’s important to ensure that we have more than just the bare minimum supplies to sustain us during a hurricane. We need to be equipped with enough provisions to endure what could be … Continue reading It’s Time to Assemble Your Hurricane Disaster Supplies

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Rising UP: City of New Smyrna Beach Receives FEMA Grant to Elevate At-Risk Homes

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 … Continue reading Rising UP: City of New Smyrna Beach Receives FEMA Grant to Elevate At-Risk Homes

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New Smyrna Beach receiving $1 million to help clear flood-prone canals

The City of New Smyrna Beach will receive $1 million in state funding to help clean up canals surrounding Pine Island and Aqua Golf, two centrally located mainland communities that saw some homes flooded with 4 feet of storm surge during Hurricane Ian last September. First dug in the 1950s, the canals have experienced considerable vegetation and sediment buildup over the years with no documented … Continue reading New Smyrna Beach receiving $1 million to help clear flood-prone canals

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ZERO-TOLERANCE SPECIAL EVENT ZONES ESTABLISHED FOR MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND

In anticipation of potentially disruptive social media pop-up events this Memorial Day weekend, both the City of Ormond Beach and Sheriff Mike Chitwood have designated Special Event Zones where laws will be strictly enforced and fines for violations will be doubled. The VSO zone takes effect Saturday morning. It covers the area bounded by A1A from Plaza Boulevard south to Dunlawton Avenue, including the beach, then west … Continue reading ZERO-TOLERANCE SPECIAL EVENT ZONES ESTABLISHED FOR MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND

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GOVERNOR SIGNS HB 1595, TRANSITIONING LAW ENFORCEMENT AUTHORITY ON VOLUSIA BEACHES TO VSO

Today, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed HB 1595 (Law Enforcement Operations), which requires the Sheriff’s Office to assume exclusive law enforcement authority on Volusia beaches. Deputies and Beach Safety officers have already been working together closely in anticipation of the law taking effect. With the governor’s signature today, the full transition becomes official. Sheriff Mike Chitwood commended Volusia County Manager George Recktenwald, his administration and … Continue reading GOVERNOR SIGNS HB 1595, TRANSITIONING LAW ENFORCEMENT AUTHORITY ON VOLUSIA BEACHES TO VSO

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Salute, Celebrate, and Cherish: Your Guide to Memorial Day 2023 Happenings in Volusia County

Honoring Heroes and Celebrating Freedom in Volusia County! Join us for an unforgettable Memorial Day filled with meaningful tributes and festivities that commemorate the bravery and sacrifice of our fallen heroes. Use this guide as your golden ticket to an extraordinary lineup of events as we remember all those who have fallen in the line of duty. This information is evolving and will be updated … Continue reading Salute, Celebrate, and Cherish: Your Guide to Memorial Day 2023 Happenings in Volusia County

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This Week: Events in Volusia (5/22 – 5/28)

Calling all adventure-seeking families! Get ready for an action-packed weekend in Volusia County; your ultimate destination for an unforgettable weekend getaway. This information is evolving and will be updated as more info and events become available. Information has been provided by the city, county or by individual event pages. If you have any questions, please direct them to the organizers of the events. **EVENT INFORMATION … Continue reading This Week: Events in Volusia (5/22 – 5/28)

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The Latest on the Ocean Breeze Tiki Bar Fire

Per the City of New Smyrna Beach: At 6:32 AM, New Smyrna Beach Fire Department and Volusia County Fire Services responded to 521 Flagler Avenue for a reported structure fire. Engine 52 arrived on scene at 6:38 AM and found heavy fire showing from the upstairs restaurant. Due to the heavy fire conditions, a second alarm was called at 6:40 AM. The New Smyrna Beach … Continue reading The Latest on the Ocean Breeze Tiki Bar Fire

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