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The Matcha That Couldn't Be More Local
Two Edgewater businesses - Wildflour Market and Rise Yaupon Tea - are combining forces to change the game with a truly local matcha.

Staff Writer
Aug 181 min read


Taste Your Way Through Taco & Empanada Fest
Join us for the Taco & Empanada Fest at the Jackie Robinson Ballpark on Saturday, September 19th. Hosted from 12pm-6pm, come out for a day filled with food, music, and fun!

Media Release
Aug 181 min read


Don't Let Fear Keep You From Using the Insurance You Pay For
Trust Public Adjusting Group recently conducted a social media poll asking homeowners one simple question: What is your biggest concern about filing an insurance claim? By far, the number one response was, "I'm afraid my insurance premiums will increase."

Sterling Scott
Aug 182 min read


August 2026 Backwater Fishing Report
Summer is in full swing and the heat is blazing both the ocean and the river! This doesn’t stop the fish though as the bite is just as hot! This time of the year the Snook really gets fired up and seems more aggressive.

Patrick Eichstaedt
Aug 181 min read


REALTOR® Advocacy Delivers a Win for Volusia County Homeowners
REALTORS® do more than help people buy and sell homes. They advocate for private property rights, practical housing solutions, and policies that strengthen the communities where they live and work.

New Smyrna Beach Board of Realtors
Aug 182 min read


The Boat Coach: What's in a Name?
In the famous balcony scene in Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet,” Juliet muses, “That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet.” She argues that a name is arbitrary and superficial. Juliet proved to be fatally wrong when it came to the feuding Capulets and Montagues.

Capt. Mark Kellum
Aug 183 min read


The Butter Forecast
Butter me up in the dreamiest shade of yellow. Think creamy custard: soft, rich and somehow the perfect summer neutral. It feels sunny without being too bright and looks especially gorgeous against sun-kissed skin. From breezy dresses and linen sets to handbags, sandals and statement accessories, this buttery hue is an easy way to freshen up your Florida summer wardrobe.

Danielle Napolitano
Aug 181 min read


West Volusia: The Chaos Behind the Pine: Inside the Bartender Brawl at the DeLand Hotel
The hospitality trade is built on a foundation of breakneck paces, bruising hours, and notoriously short tempers. It is a punishing, thrilling way to make a living, but at the Bartender Brawl this past month at DeLand Cocktail Company within The DeLand Hotel, the narrative shifted. While the pace was absolutely electric, those famous tempers were checked entirely at the door.

Visit West Volusia
Aug 182 min read


Why Slow the Growth Is Good for You
Volusia County does not have to become another endless stretch of traffic lights, chain stores, and cookie-cutter subdivisions. We can choose a future that values conservation alongside prosperity and residents alongside economic opportunity.

Media Release
Aug 142 min read


Bobby G Lends a Hand
Volunteers, local businesses and Southeast Volusia Habitat for Humanity came together to help one local build a place to call home. Sometimes all it takes is a hammer, a nail gun and a handful of people willing to give up a Saturday morning to remind you what a community is supposed to look like.

Bobby G
Aug 103 min read


Park Volusia Simplifies Parking with One Registration for County and New Smyrna Beach Off-Beach Parking
Effective Jan. 1, 2027, one ParkVolusia registration will provide access to Volusia County and participating New Smyrna Beach off-beach parking lots. Until then, a valid City parking permit is still required for the City's seven off-beach lots.

Mimi McKee
Aug 83 min read


RallyWell Celebrates Grand Opening With Pickleball Exhibition and Community Open House
RallyWell Pickleball & Wellness Club celebrates its DeLand grand opening with a free pro exhibition, open house, raffles, tours and family-friendly activities.

Media Release
Jul 241 min read


RallyWell Opens Air-Conditioned Indoor Pickleball Club in DeLand
RallyWell Pickleball & Wellness Club opens in DeLand with air-conditioned indoor courts, recovery amenities, dining and community events.

Media Release
Jul 243 min read


Waist of Summer
No belt? No problem. Grab your favorite scarf and tie it around your waist because this summer, it’s all about the scarf belt.

Danielle Napolitano
Jul 211 min read


Port Orange Family Days Announces Pause as they Cancel 2026 Event
In a Facebook post and press release on July 16, 2026, Port Orange Community Trust (responsible for the annual Port Orange Family Days event) announced the cancellation of the 2026 event, citing logistical and venue difficulties.

Media Release
Jul 163 min read


The Boat Coach: Fast or Slow, Know How to Go
There is no general speed limit on the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) or on navigable rivers or lakes in Florida. However, speeds are heavily restricted in congested areas, near bridges, marinas, or protected wildlife zones, requiring strict adherence to posted signs.

Capt. Mark Kellum
Jul 153 min read


NSBBOR Foundation Golf Tournament Supports Local Giving
The NSBBOR Foundation recently brought REALTORS®, sponsors, and community supporters together for its annual golf tournament, creating a meaningful day of connection, fundraising, and local impact.

New Smyrna Beach Board of Realtors
Jul 151 min read


Women’s Day Returns this August to NSB
Women's Day returns to the Brannon Center on Sunday, August 23! Hosted from 11 AM - 4 PM, this exciting community event is free to attend and designed to celebrate women of all ages with a day full of fun, relaxation, and empowerment.

Media Release
Jul 141 min read


Bryon White for Volusia County Council, District 3
My name is Bryon White, and I'm running for Volusia County Council, District 3.
I believe local government works best when it is grounded in service, accountability, and long-term stewardship of the land and water that define our community. I was born in Volusia County, and began my career in public service here as an ocean rescue lifeguard at 16 and later served as an EMT and law enforcement officer with Volusia County Public Protection.

Staff Writer
Jul 142 min read


The Tide Within™ Opens in New Smyrna Beach
For as long as she can remember, Joy Moody has been drawn to the water. Whether walking the shoreline, sitting by the ocean, or simply listening to the rhythm of the waves, she noticed something many people experience: being near water has a way of helping us slow down, breathe, and reconnect.

Media Release
Jul 141 min read
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