Community, Ponce Inlet

Honor Their Legacy: Join the Effort to Expand the Ponce Inlet Veterans Memorial

PONCE INLET VETERANS MEMORIAL ASSOCIATION’S MISSION Since its formation in 2010, the Ponce Inlet Veterans Memorial Association’s mission has been to ensure there will always be a special place in Ponce Inlet to honor our veterans. Dedicated in 2011, the memorial has been successful in that mission by recognizing veterans – even back to the Revolutionary War. In 2014, however, all pavers leading to and Read More » Continue reading Honor Their Legacy: Join the Effort to Expand the Ponce Inlet Veterans Memorial

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Let Us Handle It: How Trust Public Adjusting Group Takes the Stress Out of Insurance Claims

Dealing with property damage is stressful enough. Trying to navigate a complex insurance claim on top of that? It can feel overwhelming. That’s where Trust Public Adjusting Group comes in. Whether it’s a residential home or a large commercial property, our mission is simple: to remove the burden from your shoulders and handle the entire insurance claim process—accurately, efficiently, and in your best interest. HOW Read More » Continue reading Let Us Handle It: How Trust Public Adjusting Group Takes the Stress Out of Insurance Claims

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New Smyrna Beach Board of Realtors®
Blog, Community, Local Updates and Information, New Smyrna Beach, Volusia

Local Leadership: The People Behind the Profession

Here in New Smyrna Beach, being a Realtor® means more than helping someone buy or sell a home, it means being a trusted professional, a local expert, and an engaged member of the community. At the New Smyrna Beach Board of Realtors® (NSBBOR®), we’re proud to support members who are committed to lifelong learning, professional excellence, and meaningful community involvement. WHAT NSBBOR® SETS APART Each Read More » Continue reading Local Leadership: The People Behind the Profession

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Backwater Fishing Report

As July wrapped up and we’ve shifted into full-throttle summer mode, the bite is just as hot as the weather. The backwaters are loaded with bait and hungry fish, and the ocean is alive with bait pods and showing signs of tarpon—always a great indicator that fishing is, as usual, awesome. TOP LURES FOR BACKWATER FISHING SUCCESS In mid-July, I had a solid sight-casting session Read More » Continue reading Backwater Fishing Report

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More Homes, More Power 2025 is the Year for Volusia Buyers
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More Homes, More Power: 2025 is the Year for Volusia Buyers

As we navigate the heart of summer, new data from the New Smyrna Beach Board of REALTORS® revealed a cooling in sales activity, a surge in listings, and longer times to close. These are clear signs that buyers are regaining leverage in Volusia County’s real estate market. As a local Realtor closely watching these shifts, I’m seeing firsthand how buyers now have more options and Read More » Continue reading More Homes, More Power: 2025 is the Year for Volusia Buyers

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The Boat Coach: The Unsinkable Legacy of Bob Dougherty

Volusia County is home to a remarkable cluster of iconic boat manufacturers. Boston Whaler, EdgeWater Power Boats, Everglades Boats, and Solace Boats are all located within 10 miles of each other. While each of these companies has its own unique identity, they all share a common influence: Bob Dougherty. THE BOSTON WHALER ERA Born Robert Joseph Dougherty, Bob was working as an industrial arts teacher Read More » Continue reading The Boat Coach: The Unsinkable Legacy of Bob Dougherty

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Editor’s Letter: Cabanas, Community, and the Countdown to School

Well, we made it! The summer break is winding down, and the countdown to back-to-school is officially on. Our family wrapped up our summer travels, and we’re planning to stick close to home until the school bell rings. One of our last big summer moments was celebrating my son Porter’s 10th birthday at Daytona Lagoon. He and a group of his little besties had the Read More » Continue reading Editor’s Letter: Cabanas, Community, and the Countdown to School

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The Boat Coach: Don’t Get Caught with Your Tide Down

Inland boaters don’t have tides to contend with. However, if you boat on the Intracoastal Waterway, tides can be a big issue. Unlike a river which always flows the same direction, tides cause currents that can flow in totally opposite directions at different times of day. The closer you are to an inlet, the more dramatic the flow-sometimes reaching over five knots. This affects your Read More » Continue reading The Boat Coach: Don’t Get Caught with Your Tide Down

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Barbara Reid
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Attorney Reid Attains Board Certification in Condominium and Planned Development Law

The law firm of Wright & Casey, P.A. is pleased to announce that attorney Barbara C. Reid has become board certified by The Florida Bar in the area of Condominium and Planned Development Law. Barbara Reid Earns Florida Bar Board Certification in Condominium Law Reid is one of only three attorneys in Volusia County to earn this certification. Board certification is the highest level of Read More » Continue reading Attorney Reid Attains Board Certification in Condominium and Planned Development Law

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Bobby G’s Getaway: A stay at the Historic Edgewater Hotel and a night of fun in downtown Winter Garden

This month we decided to take a trip for one night to Winter Garden. We invited our friends Randie and Scotty, packed up the G Taxi (my Dodge Caravan), and headed out. It was an easy trip, a little over an hour from our house, and we were there. We were told by one of our readers that we should check it out, and we Read More » Continue reading Bobby G’s Getaway: A stay at the Historic Edgewater Hotel and a night of fun in downtown Winter Garden

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