Lifestyle

Nothing is safe from gemstones right now. Clothes, nails, phone cases, makeup, birthday cakes. People are even bedazzling their cats. We have officially entered the bedazzle era again and I’m fully embracing it.

Living in Volusia County gives residents a front-row seat to Florida’s Space Coast, where rockets launched from Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral are often visible from our own backyards.

Florida may be famous for its coastline, but pedaling through the moss-draped corridors of West Volusia County reveals a quieter side of the Sunshine State. Stretching just over 27 miles, the Spring to Spring Trail connects some of Central Florida’s most captivating natural and historic destinations. A vital segment of the St. Johns River to Sea Loop and part of the larger Coast to Coast and Heart of Florida trails, the route is almost entirely paved and separated from traffi

While there are some amazing farmer’s markets all around Volusia County that we have previously highlighted here in East Coast Current, I want to zoom in on a very specific corner of Port Orange that is turning into a community market hot spot.

Back in April, I shared that part of my birthday plans included joining local author Deborah Gregory on a “Fractal Walk” through the Ormond Beach Memorial Gardens. I did just that and am back to tell you about the experience and her newly released book, “Spiritual Wayfinding: 33 Walking Meditations for Navigating Life with Embodied Wisdom.”

One of the biggest mistakes property owners make after discovering damage is waiting too long to file an insurance claim. Many people hesitate because they are afraid their rates will go up or their insurance company will “drop” them. Unfortunately, that fear often causes homeowners to unknowingly hurt both their property and their ability to recover what they are owed.

Meet Ping, a rescue Pomeranian adopted through Sophie’s Circle in Volusia County. Learn how this lovable pup found her forever home.

An event centered on creativity, connection and personal reflection brought women from across Volusia County to the Brannon Center on March 25, 2026, for Empowering Women: Movement, Music and Muses. The evening included the launch of the third volume in the “Women of Spirit” book series, first introduced in 2015, alongside discussions, demonstrations and guided movement focused on alternative approaches to mental and physical well-being.

Nestled in the heart of Downtown Daytona’s Beach Street is where you can find Volusia County’s only arthouse cinema: Cinematique!

For many families, the decision to explore assisted living doesn’t come until there’s a crisis, but it doesn’t have to be that way.

Brevard Zoo is kicking off the summer with a special deal! On May 22, 26 and 27, children ages 3-18 years old may enjoy FREE Zoo admission when accompanied by a paying adult who is a Florida resident.

With a tight window between work shifts, a full vacation wasn’t in the cards for me, my wife Tiffany and our son Porter. So we did what you do in Central Florida when time is short: we went straight to Disney Springs and made a day of it. No easing into it. No overthinking. Just straight there.

My sister and I were born just one year and 10 days apart, which means we shared a lot of birthday parties growing up! Rather than having back-to-back events, we would work with my parents to choose a combined theme and a date in the middle of our days to invite our friends to. I do recall one year where we had separate Barbie cakes, but for the most part, even the food was a shared experience.

Staying informed about your insurance coverage is one of the most valuable Volusia County resources available to protect your property and finances.

As the new year begins, two local businesses in Volusia County are helping residents embrace healthier lifestyles.