Bagels, oh bagels! Is there anything more delightful than sinking your teeth into a warm, chewy, and freshly baked bagel? I think not! Bagels have always held a special place in my heart. From my childhood days to my current love affair with these heavenly handhelds, bagels have remained my go-to any time of day. That’s precisely why I couldn’t resist the opportunity to explore … Continue reading Bobby G Takes on Bagel Barn Cafe & Deli
If you’re searching for family-friendly activities to enjoy this weekend, Volusia County has several events to choose from that are perfect for kids. Make lasting memories with your little ones by participating in these exciting happenings. There’s a FREE Admission “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish” Movie outdoor screening at Port Orange City Center. Don’t miss out on the fun-filled weekend! This information is evolving … Continue reading This Week: Events in Volusia (6/5 – 6/11)
Volusia County’s Community Assistance Division is sponsoring a Summer Food Service Program from June 5 through Aug. 11 to provide free breakfast and lunch meals for children ages 18 and under. The program, funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, provides nutritionally balanced meals during summer break when schools are closed. The following sites will serve meals Monday through Friday unless otherwise indicated. All sites … Continue reading 63 sites to participate in summer food service program
It’s that time of year again – the Atlantic Hurricane Season is here, starting on June 1 and continuing through November 30. As we prepare ourselves for potential storms and their aftermath, it’s important to ensure that we have more than just the bare minimum supplies to sustain us during a hurricane. We need to be equipped with enough provisions to endure what could be … Continue reading It’s Time to Assemble Your Hurricane Disaster Supplies
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
The City of New Smyrna Beach will receive $1 million in state funding to help clean up canals surrounding Pine Island and Aqua Golf, two centrally located mainland communities that saw some homes flooded with 4 feet of storm surge during Hurricane Ian last September. First dug in the 1950s, the canals have experienced considerable vegetation and sediment buildup over the years with no documented … Continue reading New Smyrna Beach receiving $1 million to help clear flood-prone canals
If you find yourself with some free time on the weekend and you happen to be in Volusia County, you’re in luck! These are just a few of the fantastic events taking place throughout the week. 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 … Continue reading This Week: Events in Volusia (5/29 – 6/4)
Calling all adventure-seeking families! Get ready for an action-packed weekend in Volusia County; your ultimate destination for an unforgettable weekend getaway. 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 events. **EVENT INFORMATION … Continue reading This Week: Events in Volusia (5/22 – 5/28)
If you’re looking for things to do with your family this weekend, the Volusia County area has several events to choose from, including tons of fun for spring. Don’t miss out on the fun this weekend! 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 … Continue reading This Week: Events in Volusia (5/15 – 5/21)
If you were around Daytona Beach and New Smyrna Beach last summer, you probably heard about the occasional Guy Fieri sightings across the cities! The Food Network star was touring restaurants in the area for his show, “Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives,” and causing quite a stir in the Facebook Foodie group that I’m a part of online. While many of the places he visited got … Continue reading As Seen on TV!
