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Activities, Community, Local Updates and Information, New Smyrna Beach, News, Volusia

City Commission looking at restricting certain businesses in popular mixed use districts

NEW SMYRNA BEACH — Should certain types of businesses be restricted in mixed use districts such as Flagler Avenue and Canal Street? That is the question city commissioners will seek consensus on after Zone 2 Commissioner Lisa Martin, who represents New Smyrna Beach’s beachside residents, raised the issue during their April 11 regular meeting. “The background of this is that there are businesses such as the smoke shop … Continue reading City Commission looking at restricting certain businesses in popular mixed use districts

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Blog, Music, New Smyrna Beach, Volusia

Meet Local Musician & Surfer Lucy Spotts

A Vibrant Soul Making Waves in our Community As the editor of the East Coast Current, one of the most rewarding aspects of my job is getting to connect with the incredible individuals who make up our community. I am always thrilled when readers reach out to share their stories, and it was through one such interaction that I had the pleasure of meeting Lucy … Continue reading Meet Local Musician & Surfer Lucy Spotts

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Activities, Community, Events, Local Updates and Information, News, Ormond Beach, Volusia

ReGrow the Loop Campaign Leads the Charge on Environmental Restoration

Volusia County Government has launched ReGrow the Loop to learn about conservation and beautification efforts along the Ormond Scenic Loop & Trail. The first in a series of free, monthly educational activities and events happened in June at the Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St. and there will be more informational events to follow. The county has partnered with the UF/IFAS Extension Volusia … Continue reading ReGrow the Loop Campaign Leads the Charge on Environmental Restoration

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Blog, Community, Local Updates and Information, New Smyrna Beach, News, Volusia

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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Did You Know Your Realtor Can Fire You?

Here’s How to Avoid It People who make up the real estate market include home buyers, sellers and their Realtor®. In Florida, Realtors work as transaction brokers, unless the customer and broker agree to establish a single agent or no brokerage relationship in writing. As a transaction broker, the Realtor can guide both parties, sometimes simultaneously, through the transaction to get to the closing table. … Continue reading Did You Know Your Realtor Can Fire You?

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Volusia Homes: The Dos and Don’ts of Selling Quickly

Over the past couple of years, it seemed like every home in Volusia County was selling within a few days of hitting the market. According to the New Smyrna Beach Board of Realtors’ monthly market detail for January and February 2023, the number of days from listing to contract has extraordinarily increased when compared to last year. When considering the local market report’s median and … Continue reading Volusia Homes: The Dos and Don’ts of Selling Quickly

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Community, Education and Lectures, Events, New Smyrna Beach, Volusia

EMPOWERING WOMEN SIGNATURE EVENT COMES TO NSB

The Empowering Women Signature Event is set to take place at the Brannon Center in New Smyrna Beach on Wednesday, March 29, from 7 – 9 p.m. The featured guest interview is with New Smyrna Beach’s own Suzy Toronto!  Suzy is a best-selling artist and writer. Her distinctive artwork and inspiring words celebrate life, family and the special bond between friends. Her signature drawings can … Continue reading EMPOWERING WOMEN SIGNATURE EVENT COMES TO NSB

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Blog, New Smyrna Beach, Volusia

Foundation of Friendship & Fierce Competition: Southeast Volusia Soccer Club Surf Tournament Team

Players on the “05 Surf Tournament Team” at the Southeast Volusia Soccer Club (SVSC) have focus and drive for winning long-term. The soccer team, made up of 18 players with ages ranging from 15 years old to 17 years old, has members that have been playing together for over a decade. The team has built a reputation in the community and competes exclusively in tournament … Continue reading Foundation of Friendship & Fierce Competition: Southeast Volusia Soccer Club Surf Tournament Team

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Blog, Inside Look, New Smyrna Beach, Volusia

AdventHealth NSB Foundation: Raising Funds to Benefit our Community

AdventHealth New Smyrna Beach Foundation was created in 1995 to fund AdventHealth New Smyrna Beach’s mission of whole-person healing. Working together with philanthropic community leaders, the foundation provides much-needed support for our non-profit hospital. AdventHealth NSB Foundation has 17 board members raising money for our community hospital. By helping people find healing close to home, providing for their physical and spiritual needs, and offering expert … Continue reading AdventHealth NSB Foundation: Raising Funds to Benefit our Community

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