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5 things to know about the Floor & Decor store going up next to Buc-ee's in Daytona
DAYTONA BEACH ― The big-box Floor & Decor store going up north of Buc-ee's next to the Interstate 95/LPGA Boulevard interchange will be the retail chain's first location in the Volusia-Flagler area. Here are five things to know about it: ...
Fighting depression and anxiety, Daytona man's passion for pointillism brings him purpose
DAYTONA BEACH — From a very early age, John Darovitz knew his life’s passion was art — a passion that blossomed even more when he discovered the pointillist technique. Darovitz has spent years building his career as an artist, but a clinical depression and anxiety diagnosis later in life changed his relationship to his work — one that has been often times more challenging, while also proving an opportunity for him to find a more significant purpose in life.
'Holding nothing back': After Florida Georgia Line, Brian Kelley shares 'Tennessee Truth'
Although not the first time that Florida Georgia Line alum and Volusia County native Brian Kelley has offered a solo album, he considers the new “Tennessee Truth” to be his fully realized solo debut. “Life was in such a different place” at the time he released the solo...
Private investors are checking out the former Daytona Beach police station site
DAYTONA BEACH — For nearly 15 years, city officials have been trying to find a new use for the Nova Road property that for more than 50 years was the headquarters of the Daytona Beach Police Department. Repeated attempts to find a private developer for the now-vacant site on the northeast corner...
‘There’s not many of us’: Chicago-style pizzeria and hot dog joint opens in Port Orange
A popular local food trailer recently went brick-and-mortar, bringing all its Chicago-style favorites to its first permanent location in Port Orange. JoJo’s Tastes of Chicago opened for business inside Ridgewood Avenue’s Amoco Gas Station less than two weeks ago, offering customers an authentic taste of “da South Side” with pizza, hot dogs, subs and Italian beef sandwiches, among other items.
An $11 million dilemma: City of Daytona has to quickly spend millions or lose the money
DAYTONA BEACH — The city of Daytona Beach has been under state audit since 2021 because its permits and license fund level has climbed too high, and the city could be forced to forfeit some of those funds to the state government if they're not used soon, The News-Journal has learned. State law...
'90s Con is coming! Here's a short list of the biggest stars to appear at the Ocean Center.
Celebrity conventions serve at least two purposes: Giving fans their brushes with greatness and offering stars a chance to promote their latest projects and make a little scratch. Anyway, while Daytona Beach has attracted more than its share of celebrities to the Daytona 500, Bike Week and Welcome to Rockville,...
New security pilot program keeps homeless away and business owners happy in Daytona Beach
Beach Street business owners want to see a pilot security program become permanent in Daytona Beach. It’s been nearly 60 days since the city staffed the street with walking guards and merchants tell Eyewitness News their presence has paid off.
NASA astronauts & Starliner launch: Where to see liftoff in Daytona, New Smyrna, Oak Hill
Godspeed, Starliner. After an initial attempt earlier this month, Boeing's maiden crewed flight has been rescheduled. Boeing is preparing to launch its Starliner capsule on its first crewed mission from Launch Complex 41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. And Volusia County may get a peek at the United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket lifting off into the sky. ...
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