Hurricane Idalia: Sandbags, Updates and Information

This page will continue to be updated as more information becomes available. For up-to-the-minute information, please consult the National Hurricane Center and Volusia County Emergency Management. AUGUST 30 12 PM UPDATE: Volusia County Hurricane Idalia Update Storm Impacts Were Minimal Volusia County emerged largely unscathed from the impacts of Hurricane Idalia. Volusia County, municipalities, and agencies took fast and effective steps to ensure public safety and inform the … Continue reading Hurricane Idalia: Sandbags, Updates and Information

2023 Florida Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday

2023 Florida Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday: Frequently Asked Questions for Consumers 1. What happens during the 2023 Florida Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday? During the 2023 Florida Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday, you may purchase qualifyingitems related to disaster preparedness exempt from sales tax. There will be two separate two-week holiday periods this year. The first begins on Saturday, May 27, 2023, and ends … Continue reading 2023 Florida Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday

VCS to Continue Free Breakfast and Lunch Program for All Students in 2023-24

Volusia County Schools remain committed to providing FREE breakfast and lunch for all students for the 2023-24 school year. The Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) under the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program guarantees all students can now receive a free delicious and nutritious breakfast and lunch every day, without the need to fill out income applications for free and reduced-price meals. All school … Continue reading VCS to Continue Free Breakfast and Lunch Program for All Students in 2023-24

LEC plans nature hikes, programs

Discover Volusia County’s native plants and wildlife during outdoor hikes and indoor programs at Lyonia Environmental Center (LEC), 2150 Eustace Ave., Deltona. Reservations are required; call 386-789-7207, ext. #21028.    Here’s July’s lineup: Tiny trekkers: 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, July 1. Children ages 2 to 7 will listen to the book “If You Were a Penguin,” take a short hike and make a take-home craft. Critter corner: 2:30 to … Continue reading LEC plans nature hikes, programs

Celebrate Fourth of July safely

With Independence Day on the way, Volusia County Fire Rescue officials are encouraging residents to leave the show to the pros – and keep personal fireworks off the beach. There are twice as many fires reported on Independence Day than on any other day; half of those are from fireworks. Remember, consumer-grade fireworks are banned on Volusia County’s beaches, where they not only leave a … Continue reading Celebrate Fourth of July safely

Votran’s Fourth of July Service Information

Votran will operate on a holiday schedule Tuesday, July 4. Riders are encouraged to plan their trips in advance. Routes serving the beachside may experience delays due to higher-than-normal traffic congestion. East Volusia West Volusia Southeast Volusia Votran Gold Service For more information, call customer service at 386-761-7700. Votran route and service information are available at https://www.votran.org and on the myStop mobile app. Looking for … Continue reading Votran’s Fourth of July Service Information

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Fireworks Laws in Volusia County and Florida

All information provided by the county of Volusia, Volusia Sheriff, and Volusia County Fire Rescue Looking for details on 4th of July events? Click here! What’s the law on fireworks in Volusia County? Florida law allows private use of fireworks on Independence Day (Fourth of July), New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day UNLESS a local ordinance says otherwise. Consumer-grade fireworks are banned on Volusia County’s beaches, where they … Continue reading Fireworks Laws in Volusia County and Florida

Volusia County 2022 Summer Camps and Children’s Programs

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 camps. Camps have been posted as open at time of posting, but may fill up soon without notice.  Follow the links below the listings or … Continue reading Volusia County 2022 Summer Camps and Children’s Programs

Outdoor Adventures on tap this December at LEC

Explore the untamed habitat of Lyonia Preserve during free guided hikes and indoor programs led by the staff of Lyonia Environmental Center (LEC).  The 360-acre preserve adjacent to the LEC and Deltona Regional Library is home to a variety of wildlife, including Florida scrub jays and gopher tortoises, which are drawn to the low vegetation and sandy ridges of the scrub habitat. December’s outdoor programs … Continue reading Outdoor Adventures on tap this December at LEC

Volusia Forever Accepting Land Purchase Nominations

A wildly popular conservation program is gearing up to purchase and preserve lands that will benefit humans and wildlife for years to come. Volusia Forever Program to Purchase Local Lands Approved by taxpayers in 2000 and 2020, Volusia Forever finances the acquisition and improvement of environmentally sensitive, water resource protection, and outdoor recreation lands. The newly authorized program also added working forests and farmlands to … Continue reading Volusia Forever Accepting Land Purchase Nominations