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Deltona, Daytona Beach, Ormond Beach again rate among worst in U.S. for pedestrian safety
The metro area of Volusia County again ranks among the nation's worst when it comes to fatal pedestrian accidents, according to a semi-annual report that advocates for safer streets through transportation design. "Dangerous By Design," a report by Smart Growth America, cited the Deltona-Daytona Beach-Ormond Beach metro area as being tied for fifth-worst...
Select Volusia County school sites will provide students free breakfast, lunch in summer
School Way Café will provide free breakfast and lunch meals for students 18 and younger during the summer through the USDA Summer Food Service Program and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. The Volusia County School Board at its meeting Tuesday unanimously approved operating summer food service...
Volusia County leaders hold town hall meeting to prepare residents for hurricane season
VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. — With hurricane season less than three days away, local leaders in Volusia County officials held a town hall to get the word out on the resources available. Hurricane Ian left destruction and devastation, and many residents living in New Smyrna Beach remember it vividly. Jerriann...
Central Florida businesses get ready for June 1 start of disaster preparedness sales tax holiday
ORLANDO, Fla. — Hurricane season is around the corner and now Florida residents have the chance to stock up on supplies that are exempt from sales tax. Starting on Saturday, people can purchase things like portable generators, dog and cat food, batteries, and more during the disaster preparedness sales tax holiday.
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