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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 Read More » Continue reading Rising UP: City of New Smyrna Beach Receives FEMA Grant to Elevate At-Risk Homes

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Blog, Daytona Beach, New Smyrna Beach, Port Orange, Volusia

Top 5 Best Nurseries in Volusia County

As a resident of Volusia County, Florida, you may be wondering where the best nurseries are located. Fortunately, there are plenty of options available to you when it comes to finding high-quality plants for your home or garden. With the fall gardening season approaching, and more people staying at home than ever, locals are looking to spruce up their yards and gardens. If you are Read More » Continue reading Top 5 Best Nurseries in Volusia County

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Blog, Daytona Beach, Volusia

We Live Where You Vacation 

After four years of living in Daytona Beach, I feel like I’m finally starting to get the hang of where to go and where not to go during each season or event. For example, during the NASCAR races, it’s best to stay further east, away from the Speedway and ONE DAYTONA. During Bike Week, it’s the opposite! With all that said, I’ve found that there Read More » Continue reading We Live Where You Vacation 

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Daytona Beach, DeLand, Edgewater, New Smyrna Beach, Orange City/Deltona/DeBary, Ormond Beach, Ponce Inlet, Port Orange, Volusia, West Volusia

Must-Visit Playgrounds for Kids in Volusia County Parks

Each place featured below was voted as the BEST by ECC Facebook Fans. Be sure to “Like” our page to participate next month. Volusia County, located in the heart of Florida’s Atlantic Coast, is a popular tourist destination. Known for its beautiful beaches, scenic parks, and wildlife sanctuaries, the county has much to offer to people of all ages. If you’re traveling with kids, you’ll be pleased Read More » Continue reading Must-Visit Playgrounds for Kids in Volusia County Parks

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Blog, Daytona Beach, DeLand, Edgewater, Music, New Smyrna Beach, Orange City/Deltona/DeBary, Ormond Beach, Port Orange, Volusia, West Volusia

Karaoke Night in Volusia

Bobby G Takes on Karaoke Night  The DJ’s voice signals the rotation is about to begin as the music starts. Are you ready? Here we go! It’s karaoke night at your favorite bar or restaurant and everyone on the list is ready, or maybe not, to put themselves out there in front of an audience and belt out their best version of their favorite song. Read More » Continue reading Karaoke Night in Volusia

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Blog, Daytona Beach, New Smyrna Beach, Ormond Beach, Ponce Inlet, Volusia

Coastal Property Owners & FDEP Take Action Against Sea Level Rise & Erosion

Featured picture is owner, Teri Corbett, in front of Angel Inn the Sand and the revetment sea wall using TrapBags.  The combined impacts of Hurricane Ian (September 2022), Hurricane Nicole (November 2022), annual nor’easters and significant high tides to coastal properties in New Smyrna Beach was devastating. The storm surge was so strong that several coastal buildings and single-family homes were deemed “unsafe” and/or “uninhabitable.” Read More » Continue reading Coastal Property Owners & FDEP Take Action Against Sea Level Rise & Erosion

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Blog, New Smyrna Beach, Restaurants, Volusia

What’s New at 412 Canal Street, NSB 

Text: Tiffany Evers // Photos: Kelsey Walters The closing of Little Drug Company on Canal Street in New Smyrna Beach sent a wave of shock through our community, with so many locals genuinely upset they would no longer be able to enjoy the classic ice cream parlor they’ve been going to since childhood. A historic building filled with so much history and so many memories. Read More » Continue reading What’s New at 412 Canal Street, NSB 

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Get to Know NSB’s Specialty Pet Store

When you shop at Cap’n Lu’s you can feel confident that you’re getting the highest quality pet food on the beachside in New Smyrna Beach!  Inside Look with Cap’n Lu’s Q: Tell us the story behind opening your pet shop. What inspired you to open in New Smyrna Beach and how did you come up with the name? A: My last dog, Tony, passed from Read More » Continue reading Get to Know NSB’s Specialty Pet Store

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Congratulations! John Davidson Celebrating 25 Years at Ocean Properties & Management

Ocean Properties & Management Inc. (OPM), located at 3500 South Atlantic Ave in New Smyrna Beach (NSB), would like to recognize an outstanding individual at the company. John Davidson, 49, born and raised in NSB, works as a call coordinator on the second floor of the Ocean Properties plaza. He has been managing the reception area, directing the phone system and greeting customers for the Read More » Continue reading Congratulations! John Davidson Celebrating 25 Years at Ocean Properties & Management

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