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2023 Volusia County Halloween and Fall Events

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 IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND RESTRICTIONS MAY APPLY. VISITORS ARE ENCOURAGED TO CHECK WITH EVENT ORGANIZERS DIRECTLY FOR THE MOST UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION.** Follow … Continue reading 2023 Volusia County Halloween and Fall Events

Wheels Off the Sand for Front-Elevated Vehicles Now in Effect

Volusia County is ensuring beach safety by prohibiting front-elevated vehicles. County Council unanimously approved Sheriff Mike Chitwood’s requested ban on August 15, effective immediately on August 21. Implementing this change will result in an unobstructed perspective for drivers. Motor vehicles displaying alterations in suspension, frame or chassis that culminate in a front fender height alteration exceeding four inches in contrast to the rear will not … Continue reading Wheels Off the Sand for Front-Elevated Vehicles Now in Effect

Fishaholic: September Report

Hey, it’s Captain Austin back again giving you the local report for the New Smyrna Beach area. It’s September and that means snook season is open! In our part of Florida, the season opens from September 1 through December 15. If the mullet run is strong, expect the fishing to be good. Snook have a regulated fishing season mostly to protect their populations during sensitive … Continue reading Fishaholic: September Report

Navigating Insurance Claims: Before & After a Storm

The timeliness of this article is impeccable. On August 22, I received a call from Sterling Scott, owner of Trust Public Adjusting Group, who is also a long-time advertiser of ours, about wanting to educate the community on hurricane claim laws, with the conversation specifically in relation to claims involved with Hurricane Ian from 2022. He informed me that if you had damage to your … Continue reading Navigating Insurance Claims: Before & After a Storm

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

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

Fishaholic: August Report

With summer break almost over for the kids, I thought it would be a good time to talk about taking the kids fishing. They still have a few weeks before they must be back at school so don’t wait any longer. The Volusia County area offers a wide range of fishing opportunities for kids. For those without a boat, there are a ton places to … Continue reading Fishaholic: August Report

Bobby G Takes on Inlet Shores Tiki Tours

I recently had the pleasure of celebrating my friend’s birthday, island hopping around the intracoastal with Inlet Shores Tiki Tours. With Captain Mike, our birthday girl, Randie, and friends on board, we set off to enjoy the day with no set destination. First things first – the boat! Inlet Shores Tiki Cruises offers a vessel that can comfortably accommodate up to six passengers. It’s BYOB … Continue reading Bobby G Takes on Inlet Shores Tiki Tours

Fishaholic: July Report

Captain Austin here once again bringing you the fishing report for the New Smyrna Beach area. It’s tarpon time here! If you are like me, tarpon are an addiction. I wait all year for the conditions to get just right to target these silver gladiators. What’s not to like about these amazing fish? They get well over 100 pounds, they jump like crazy and pound-for-pound … Continue reading Fishaholic: July Report

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