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Work begins to save historic DeLand church’s century-old stained glass window
DELAND, Fla. – Work is happening this week to restore historic stained glass windows at DeLand’s oldest church. According to church leaders, a recent inspection at First Church DeLand, originally built in 1883, found the integrity of many windows at risk and needing immediate repairs. Restoration work was...
See all spring nominees for Volusia-Flagler High School Sports Awards
The Volusia-Flagler High School Sports Awards is proud to announce the player of the year nominees for all spring sports. The winners will be announced during the live show on Monday, June 3, at the Ocean Center Arena. The show is presented with the support of Halifax Health. During the...
Above-average temps in mid 90s this weekend. Will Daytona have a hotter-than-usual summer?
Although summer isn't officially underway, Volusia and Flagler residents have started to get a taste of the season’s high temperatures — with another on the way this weekend. According to the National Weather Service’s forecast, from Friday to Tuesday, the area will see highs in the low to...
Central Arkansas builds big early lead, holds off Jacksonville 11-6 in ASUN tournament
Jacksonville University's season ended in baseball with an 11-6 loss to Central Arkansas on Friday in the Pool B finals of the ASUN tournament, at Conrad Park in DeLand. The Dolphins (27-31) fell behind 3-0 in the first inning as the Bears jumped on starter Tommy Allman (1-3) with RBI singles by Casey...
Check out the 6 Daytona Beach-area restaurants approved by celebrity chef Guy Fieri
Guy Fieri, a name known across the globe and one of the Food Network’s most adored celebrity chefs, has made his rounds in the area over the last several years, nationally recognizing some of Daytona's most popular restaurants and best kept secrets on the hit series, “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.” The “Mayor of Flavortown” and "Triple D" traveler has dined all across Volusia County, making several pit stops in Daytona Beach, Ormond and New Smyrna Beach, among other neighboring towns.
'Just amazing': Daytona Beach residents get roof through Tropical Storm Ian loan program
Longtime Daytona Beach residents Waymon and Suelene Davis faced a tough situation after Tropical Storm Ian. The storm ravaged their roof, leaving them with water damage and costly repairs. They didn't qualify for help from "federal resources" or their insurance company, according to Volusia County. Then, their insurance company threatened to cancel their homeowner's coverage if they didn't replace the roof.
Sugar Mill Elementary student remembered: 'Outgoing little girl, very sweet'
PORT ORANGE, Fla. - The Port Orange community gathered to grieve the loss of a fourth-grader who died after she was hit by an SUV outside of her school last week – one week before the end of the school year. Sugar Mill Elementary School students, teachers, and community...
Stetson beats Kennesaw State for ASUN championship, advances to NCAA Tournament
DELAND — At 3:55 p.m. Sunday, Melching Field looked like a party scene. Hats, gloves, Powerade bottles and cleats scattered around the infield. A pile of ice lay dumped by the mound. Players untangled themselves from a team-wide heap. In their home ballpark, the Stetson Hatters celebrated their first ASUN championship since 2018. They...
Sanford approves funding for new fire station
SANFORD, Fla. — With three fire stations already planted in the city of Sanford, the fire department can officially look forward to a fourth location. City commissioners recently approved the use of the One Cent Local Government Infrastructure Surtax in the amount of $4 million for the construction. The...
Florida woman, allegedly driving 5 times over legal limit while rushing to work, kills mother of 3: police
A Florida woman who was allegedly driving drunk and running late for work was arrested after a violent vehicle crash killed a wife and mother of three children.
Volusia County Council honors 92-year-old Port Orange veteran
Port Orange resident Joseph Sicinski has a couple of additional honors to go with his induction into the Florida Veterans Hall of Fame. The Volusia County Council named Tuesday ― May 21, 2024 ― as "Joseph Sicinski Day" and posted his name and photo in the first-floor rotunda of the county government...
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