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Daytona Beach, DeLand, Edgewater, Health, Local Updates and Information, New Smyrna Beach, News, Orange City/Deltona/DeBary, Ormond Beach, Ponce Inlet, Port Orange, Volusia, West Volusia

FL Department of Health in Volusia County Responds to Monkeypox Case

The Florida Department of Health in Volusia County (DOH-Volusia), the Bureau of Public Health Laboratories, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are investigating a confirmed case of monkeypox in Volusia County. The individual case is isolated. DOH-Volusia is conducting epidemiological investigations to notify possible exposures and offer potential post-exposure prophylaxis. At this time, DOH-Volusia has not identified any additional cases. What is … Continue reading FL Department of Health in Volusia County Responds to Monkeypox Case

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Activities, Community, Daytona Beach, DeLand, Edgewater, Events, New Smyrna Beach, News, Orange City/Deltona/DeBary, Ormond Beach, Port Orange, Volusia, West Volusia

Volusia County Libraries Announce New Partnership With The Real Florida Reader Program 

The Volusia County Public Library System has partnered with Florida State Parks, the Florida Department of State, and Florida’s Division of Library Services to offer library patrons access to Florida State Parks through the Real Florida Reader Program. Now through Sept. 12, 2022, VCPLS card holders may check out a Real Florida Reader day pass for free admission for up to eight people at more … Continue reading Volusia County Libraries Announce New Partnership With The Real Florida Reader Program 

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NSB Police Issue Precautionary Statement Ahead of Bike and Bar this Weekend

In a Facebook post on June 17, 2022, the New Smyrna Beach Police Department stated the following: This Saturday, June 18, 2022, starting at 12:00 a.m on Flagler Ave, the annual Bike & Bar will take place. **This is not a city sponsored or approved special event** As in years past, the New Smyrna Beach Police will be implementing a Special Event Operational Plan that … Continue reading NSB Police Issue Precautionary Statement Ahead of Bike and Bar this Weekend

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New Smyrna Beach, News

NSB Kids can get Back-to-School Shots at Summer Camp

To increase access to back-to-school shots, the Department of Health in Volusia County will offer vaccinations at the Babe James Community Center home of the City of New Smyrna’s popular Summer Fun Camp.  No or low-cost vaccinations will be offered from 4 to 6 p.m., June 24, July 8 and July 22, at the community center located at 201 N. Myrtle Ave., New Smyrna Beach. … Continue reading NSB Kids can get Back-to-School Shots at Summer Camp

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Daytona Beach Shores Issues Traffic Citations, Tows Trucks During Unsanctioned Truck Meet

The Daytona Beach Shores Department of Public Safety issued 688 traffic citations and towed 46 trucks between Friday and Sunday, June 10-12, during the unsanctioned truck meet. Public Safety Officers made 29 misdemeanor and six felony arrests, with felonies including carrying a concealed firearm, possession of a stolen firearm, narcotics violations and wanted persons. Officers also handled two traffic accidents. Volusia County Corrections set up … Continue reading Daytona Beach Shores Issues Traffic Citations, Tows Trucks During Unsanctioned Truck Meet

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Special Event Zone in Effect on Beachside this Weekend for Potential Truck Event

The Homestead Miami Speedway is hosting the rebranded Florida Truck Meet this weekend, June 10-12. While a large percentage of truck enthusiasts will be in South Florida for the three-day event, Daytona Beach Police (DBPD) are anticipating some will arrive here. According to the DBPD, truckers are welcome in Daytona Beach, but they are also expected to respect our community. Burnouts, loud horns and music, … Continue reading Special Event Zone in Effect on Beachside this Weekend for Potential Truck Event

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Free Meals for Kids at Summer BreakSpot Sites 

Summer BreakSpot offers balanced breakfasts, lunches, snacks or dinners at no cost for kids 18 and under. Meals will be served on site, at no cost, at places like parks, libraries, schools and churches. Free Meals Available for Kids Throughout the Summer Volusia County’s Human Services Office is sponsoring the Summer Food Service Program for children from June 3 through August 9. The program, funded … Continue reading Free Meals for Kids at Summer BreakSpot Sites 

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Blog, New Smyrna Beach, News, Volusia

Construction Begins on North Causeway

Bridge improvements to the North Causeway movable bridge, also known as the Coronado Beach Bridge, George Musson Bridge, in New Smyrna Beach have started.  The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) determined the electrical submarine cables and additional minor electrical upgrades were necessary for the bridge’s continued operation. Quinn Construction, Inc is listed as the contractor performing the work. According to the project flyer, construction cost … Continue reading Construction Begins on North Causeway

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Stetson Entrepreneur to be Featured on TV Show

Featured photo provided by Stetson University There’s exciting news from Stetson’s School of Business Administration: Junior Kendall Buck ’23, an entrepreneurship and management major, will be featured on a new TV show – Fox Business Network’s “The Billion Dollar Idea.” On the show, Buck and other contestants compete for $1 million in startup funding from billionaire entrepreneur, Ben Weiss. The show debuted Tuesday, April 26, … Continue reading Stetson Entrepreneur to be Featured on TV Show

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NSB Finalizes Parks Master Plan

The city of New Smyrna Beach (NSB) is a coastal community of Volusia County. Locals live, work and play all while soaking up NSB’s laid back lifestyle. Visitors come to enjoy fun outdoor experiences like strolling on miles of seaside boardwalk and relaxing on beautiful white-sand beaches. The city’s coastal neighborhoods are located along North America’s most diverse estuary, the Indian River Lagoon and the … Continue reading NSB Finalizes Parks Master Plan

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