Council unanimously approves transfer of two fire-damaged residential properties, saying the move will return vacant lots to productive use while supporting affordable housing.
Volusia lifeguard, Ormond Beach mayoral candidate survives indirect lightning strike
Damien Curry was responding to a call at the Seminole beach approach on the Fourth of July when he was indirectly struck by lightning. ‘I couldn’t believe I was alive,’…
Palm Coast launches educational webpage for westward expansion proposal
Online resource provides maps, planning documents and FAQs ahead of July 15 public hearing
SIDELINES: Seabreeze girls soccer rising freshmen exceeding expectations; DSC’s Will Dunne retires after 34 years as AD
Also: USTA awards Embry-Riddle a $200,000 grant to rebuild tennis courts.
Tomoka Elementary’s new principal is ready to keep upward momentum going
Meet Kelly Moore, Tomoka Elementary’s new principal.
SIDELINES: High School 7v7 and Palm Coast Big Buoys at Indian Trails
Also: Flagler Palm Coast track trio signs with colleges, and youth golf and football camps on tap.
Ormond Beach Police honor Tomoka Outpost owner for help with marine rescue
In May, Capt. Scott Cornelius helped first responders search for people who were injured in a jet ski crash on the Tomoka River.
Delfino’s earns Wine Spectator Award for fourth straight year
Hammock Beach restaurant recognized for extensive wine program, personalized dining experience
Letter: Ormond Beach’s budget should prioritize essential needs and reduce discretionary spending
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Meet OMAM’s featured art night family for July 2026
Ann Craven-Adithya and her daughter Katie dropped in to the museum for the program on July 3.
Halifax Area Chapter of MOAA celebrates Independence Day with City of Daytona Beach
The chapter recently participated in the city’s Independence Day Parade.
Drury Plaza Hotel in Daytona Beach is under construction
Also: Tanger Outlet Daytona Beach announces new leadership promotions, Daytona Automall dealerships win awards.
Nanagenarian Don Gendron is a twice-a-week fixture at Grand Reserve Golf Club in Bunnell
Gendron took up golf after he left the Air Force — 70 years ago.
Canal rescue turns violent
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Cut the red tape: Local deregulation Is Volusia’s untapped growth engine
Duncan DeMarsh: ‘Regulatory reform is one of the few tools available to local government that can genuinely grow the pie rather than just arguing over how to slice it.’
CAIR sues to block terrorist labeling law
The lawsuit states CAIR and CAIR-Florida would face “irreparable harm” in their nonprofit advocacy in the state and the statement denies CAIR engages in terrorist activity.
Ormond family is ‘swatted’ after police receive false stabbing report
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Hunter Quinn Homes in Palm Coast partners with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty
Also: Animal Emergency Hospital Palm Coast opens new facility.
Letter: Time for government to stop fleecing homeowners
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Star-spangled celebration: Ormond Beach honors the United States’ 250th anniversary at annual Independence Day event
Siobhan Daly sang the national anthem with the Daytona Beach Concert Band in the grand finale of their live performance.
