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Florida man pops open beer during police encounter because it was 'cold' and he wanted to drink it: See video
PORT ORANGE, Fla. - Many believe it's a crime to let a beer warm up, and one Florida man wasn't taking any chances, even as police surrounded him with guns drawn during an investigation into gunfire, body camera video showed. Brett McPeek, 32, found himself behind bars on multiple charges...
What's the weather forecast for Daytona Jeep Beach 2024?
As tens of thousands of Jeeps roll into Daytona Beach for the 10-day Jeep Beach celebration that runs through April 28, an array of parties, organized rides and outdoor concerts await. As Jeep fans make plans, there’s perhaps only one wild card in the deck: What’s the weather expected to...
About 40 gambling machines seized in Daytona Beach along with cash, guns, police say
About 40 illegal gambling machines, some firearms and approximately $20,000 in cash were found as part of an investigation into an illegal gambling operation, according to Daytona Beach Police. The items were found when police executed a search warrant at 9:20 a.m. Thursday at 833 Mason Ave., police said. Mukesh Parmar, 53, of Holly...
Prepping for a nightmare scenario: What happens if there's a condo collapse in Volusia County?
From mass shootings to monster hurricanes, Volusia County emergency management officials and first responders must be ready for anything. This week, some are training on how to respond to what would be a true nightmare: A condo collapse in Daytona Beach Shores. The Federal Emergency Management Agency is hosting the...
Battling blight: City of Daytona Beach hopes to redevelop vacant Midtown church property
DAYTONA BEACH — The long-vacant church that has stood on the corner of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Cedar Street for more than a century has a haunting aura. The timeworn, hulking edifice is a remnant of a chapter in time that's long since ended. Standing in front of the towering structure, you can almost see women in their fancy 1930s and 1940s dresses and men wearing suits and hats climbing the front steps to worship on a Sunday morning.
Sneak peek: An inside look at the new Chuck E. Cheese in Port Orange
PORT ORANGE ― A spokeswoman for Chuck E. Cheese has provided new details on the chain's new standalone restaurant/family fun arcade about to begin construction at The Pavilion at Port Orange. City officials say the new restaurant/arcade at 5539 S. Williamson Blvd. is expected to open by year's end. "I am delighted to share...
Woman faces charges in shooting death of man in DeLand
DeLand, Fla. – A 30-year-old woman faces homicide charges in the 2022 shooting death of a man, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies said 29-year-old Korey Woulard, was pronounced dead on Dec. 11 after being found shot, lying in the middle of a DeLand road. The...
Volusia County Schools closes on nearly $5M property for Enterprise Elementary
DELAND — At its last meeting, the Volusia County School Board unanimously approved closing on a DeBary property which will serve as the site for a new Enterprise Elementary. The board in December approved purchasing the property, located at Buckley Drive and Charles R. Beall Boulevard, for $4.73 million.
23-year-old man arrested, accused of stabbing ex-girlfriend's boyfriend
A 23-year-old man was arrested just after midnight Friday after police said he stabbed another man on LPGA Boulevard in the Holly Hill area, according to the Volusia Sheriff's Office. Skylar Bigham was charged with aggravated battery, tampering with evidence, possession of methamphetamine and possession of narcotic paraphernalia. The incident...
This Getting Results Award winner is giving people with Parkinson’s Disease a fighting chance
VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. – April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month. It’s a time to learn more about the movement disorder. This week’s Getting Results Award winner never thought she’d be in a position to impact people living with the disease but now Marianne Chapin is joining them in their fight.
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