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Often the hardest part of any new exercise routine is knowing where to start. What kind of workout is right for me? What activities should I do to reach my health goals? The first thought may be to sign up for a gym membership just to at least have a building where you know you’ll do your exercise. While this is certainly fine and encouraged Read More » Continue reading Beyond the Treadmill: Unique Exercise Options in Volusia
As a resident of Volusia County, Florida, you may be wondering where the best nurseries are located. Fortunately, there are plenty of options available to you when it comes to finding high-quality plants for your home or garden. With the fall gardening season approaching, and more people staying at home than ever, locals are looking to spruce up their yards and gardens. If you are Read More » Continue reading Top 5 Best Nurseries in Volusia County
Each place featured below was voted as the BEST by ECC Facebook Fans. Be sure to “Like” our page to participate next month. Volusia County, located in the heart of Florida’s Atlantic Coast, is a popular tourist destination. Known for its beautiful beaches, scenic parks, and wildlife sanctuaries, the county has much to offer to people of all ages. If you’re traveling with kids, you’ll be pleased Read More » Continue reading Must-Visit Playgrounds for Kids in Volusia County Parks
Bobby G Takes on Karaoke Night The DJ’s voice signals the rotation is about to begin as the music starts. Are you ready? Here we go! It’s karaoke night at your favorite bar or restaurant and everyone on the list is ready, or maybe not, to put themselves out there in front of an audience and belt out their best version of their favorite song. Read More » Continue reading Karaoke Night in Volusia
Summer has just begun, but parents everywhere are already looking for ways to keep their kids active and entertained – and more importantly, off the couch and screens. Volusia County and the surrounding Central Florida area offer tons of entertaining options for families with kids and adults of all ages. Here are some of our favorite options, all within about one hour of Volusia County. Read More » Continue reading Keep Kids Busy this Summer with Fun Local Destinations
Each place featured below was voted as the BEST by ECC Facebook Fans. Be sure to “Like” our page to participate next month. I scream, you scream… These five ice cream spots are serving up a great way to beat the heat and have the locals screaming for more. Here’s where Volusia County goes to get their freeze on! NEIGHBORS ICE CREAM PARLOR & GENERAL Read More » Continue reading Ask A Local: BEST ICE CREAM & FROZEN TREATS
More than ever, Volusia County residents are enjoying the outdoors! Here are the locals’ top five favorite places to head for fishing gear, bait and tackle before hitting the water for a beautiful day of fishing. Each place featured below was voted as the BEST by ECC Facebook Fans. Be sure to “Like” our page to participate next month. 1. DONALD’S BAIT AND TACKLE 96 Read More » Continue reading Ask A Local: BEST BAIT & TACKLE SHOP
All Photos/Text by Kelsey Walters By now we have all heard the reccomendations made by the Centers for Disease Control and the Florida Department of Health to help tamper the spread of coronavirus COVID-19. These include self-isolation and social distancing. What is Social Distancing? Social distancing refers to the act of making a conscious effort to avoid and reduce human-to-human contact by keeping a reasonable Read More » Continue reading Outdoor Things to Do in Florida that Allow Social Distancing
Photos by Kelsey Walters A few weeks ago, the social media alarm bells went off in regards to a property owner in the Wilbur- by-the-Sea area who had hacked some mangrove trees almost to the waterline, probably to improve their view. This action stoked ire in the community, especially for those who are aware of the vital role the mangroves play in preserving our vulnerable Read More » Continue reading Protected Mangroves: A Quick Guide to Dos and Don’ts
Savage House is a story of whit, and ultimately making your own luck, even when dealt an unsteady hand. After vacationing in the Caribbean, August returns home to find his landlady’s fortune has gone missing, and the only lead he can sniff out is a relative. August quickly snoops around and discovers the relative is in trouble with the LasVegas mafia. It is pay or die. Read More » Continue reading Local Author Publishes New Novel
