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NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Florida— There's a no-give-up mentality to a Cudas' football practice. “We always want to lift our heads once or twice, knock the dust off and get back to it,” said Brandon Cisneros, the New Smyrna Beach high school…

NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Fla. – A New Smyrna Beach couple claimed a vacation club promised a free plane ticket, then failed to deliver, and they were billed thousands of dollars more than they they thought they had to pay.Cameron Setters said it…

The Judicial Nominating Commission for the Seventh Circuit conducted interviews with Bunnell in 2019, when County Judge Andrea Totten was ultimately selected. (© FlaglerLive) Seventeen attorneys have applied to be appointed to a county…

Dolphins swimming at New Smyrna Beach New Smyrna Beach, Florida is a very popular destination for watching dolphins in their natural habitat.…

It's not exactly a return to normal as this week's Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show kicks off. Granted, a Miami boat show is back after a pandemic hiatus last year. It expects to attract 100,000. As Sharon Day, president of…

ORLANDO, Florida. – Let me paint a picture you can feel – a high counter, a stack of white boxes, a massive metal oven. Slowly, a man in a white shirt and red apron lowers a door, steam billowing out. Using a wooden spatula, he reaches…

Photos for Headline Surfer / Above: Beth Bibeault hugs a small shark she caught on the Daytona Beach Shores pier. Left to right: Beach cameras approaching Dunlawton in Daytona Beach Shores and the Flagler Avenue beach ramp in New Smyrna…

NEW SMYRNA BEACH — Unusually cold weather and forecast strong gusty winds forced organizers of the 46th annual IMAGES arts festival here to delay the opening of the event by two hours on Saturday morning.The IMAGES art festival in downtown…

Auburndale junior Peyton Battilla (1) battles a Gateway defender for control of the ball Wednesday night in the first round of the Class 5A, District 7 women's soccer tournament.AUBURNDALE - Auburndale has been hit hard by graduation, so…

Hyatt today announced plans to accelerate brand growth in the Americas region with a strong pipeline of hotel openings scheduled through 2023. Fueled by growing leisure travel demand, 45 hotels expected to join Hyatt's portfolio of brands,…

Justis Marie GarrettA grand jury has indicted a man on an enhanced first-degree murder charge in the 2018 murder of a 16-year-old girl while he attempted or actually sexually beat or kidnapped her, according to the indictment.…

JACKSONVILLE, Florida. – The News4JAX Super 6 Women's Basketball Rankings will be released every Tuesday during the regular season. Registrations are until January 17.Super 6 girls basketball standingsRank, school, record, classification1.…

Cuddle season is upon us! It's time to snuggle up with your honey. After a long day or a week, take the time to dine by the fire with your flame. There is something primordial in gathering around the…

Customers enjoy the harbor view at Mama Foo Foo, June 18, 2021.DAYTONA BEACH - Volusia County is known for offering locals and visitors alike a large and diverse restaurant scene with spots along its coastal communities for those looking to…

A person has been arrested in connection with a suspicious brush fire in south Daytona that set two homes on fire Monday afternoon, police said.South Daytona Beach Police Lt. Brian Craig said four minors were arrested and were being…

SEMINOLE COUNTY, Florida - Demand for coronavirus testing continues to rise in central Florida as the new year approaches and as Florida ends 2021 with a record number of cases. The state reported 58,000 cases as of Thursday, according to…

With predominantly sunny sky forecast Throughout the holiday weekend and temperatures are expected to reach the mid-70s on Christmas Day, Volusia County beach officials are bracing for large crowds and will open additional ramps to…

John Patton | Special for the Star-BannerTip of the week: According to castawaysontheriver.com, current always triggers how fish feed. Currents can come from strong winter winds and tides. Fish like to swim at low tide and on the…

The National Weather Service issued a flood watch for coastal Volusia County on Monday, and meteorologists warned that extreme weather could be expected on Tuesday.The agency warned of "heavy downpours and persistent storms" which are…

Today, Sunday, December 19 at 1 pm, a celebratory life memorial service will be held for William C. “Nick” Nichols at Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee. "Nick" Nichols was born in Boomer, West…

Todd Blanchard, CEO of Bass Pro Shops, gives a preview of Black FridayTodd Blanchard, Managing Director of Bass Pro Shops at One Daytona, provides an overview of Black Friday and holiday shopping.Jim Abbott, The Daytona Beach…

BEAVERTON, Ore., December 13, 2021 - Vernier Software & Technology has named the 40 recipients of its 40th Anniversary Educator Grants. Fellows, who represent a range of grade levels and geographic regions, will each receive $…

If you are not in the Christmas mind, don't panic. There is still time to let yourself be carried away by the magic of the season at one of the many Christmas-themed events taking place this weekend in Volusia and Flagler counties.From…

With the Jaguars in Nashville this weekend, top pitmasters from Texas to Missouri to Tennessee, New York and Florida take control of TIAA Bank Field for the inaugural Jacksonville BBQ Festival Friday through Sunday.In addition to serving a…

NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FL. - New Smyrna Beach Police are asking residents to be on the lookout for a "porch pirate" who has stolen a package and Christmas decorations from a house.According to New Smyrna Beach Police, a Ring Camera captured the…

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Jim sutton | CorrespondingRare monkfish found on San Diego beachFish use a fleshy, bioluminescent lure from their heads to attract their prey. Credit: Jay Beiler via StoryfulHistory, HistoryThe Saint-Jean river and the lakes of the…

Private services for LeRoy M. Ruppert, 85, will be at a later date. LeRoy Ruppert died on Tuesday,…

Law firm and lobbying GrayRobinson released another report on the Top 5 compensation for the third quarter. President of the cabinet dean canon and the 15 lobbyists on the team represented nearly 200 clients in the three-month period…

Many events in Jacksonville and northeast Florida have been canceled due to the potential impact of Hurricane Dorian. Various other colleges, town halls, events and activities have also been canceled in Northeast Florida. We've compiled a…

CLEARWATER, FL - The Clearwater Marine Aquarium is planning to hold a memorial on Saturday, November 20 for the winter after the death Thursday night of the famous bottlenose dolphin who starred in the film, "Dolphin tale. " The aquarium…

Heavy showers, winds and choppy waves hit Volusia and Flagler counties on Friday, with some places reporting seven inches of rain, according to the National Weather Service. Nor'easter brings big…

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The past week has been busy in the cross country world with district meetups taking place along the coast. Here's a recap of what happened in the first round, with the top eight teams qualifying for the regional ones. Boys Bartram Trail…

Flagler Beach Pier will be demolished and rebuilt into an 800-foot concrete pier, with $ 10 million in federal funds already allocated and $ 2.5 million in money the city has yet to find. The city hopes the new, more hurricane-resistant…

PHOTO COURTESY OF THE CITY OF DELAND SHOWING THE TOOLS - DeLand Fire Chief Todd Allen, center, is surrounded by firefighters showing off some of the vehicle extraction tools recently acquired by the department. Much of the…

U.S. travel restrictions end next month for fully vaxxed visitors. Here are our top tips for where to visit when crossing the pond. 6As the U.S. travel ban ends next month for fully vaxxed visitors, we're sharing our top tips for…

Tyler Bowling scoured New Smyrna Beach cove this summer in search of black tip sharks, Carcharhinus limbatus, hoping to label them with acoustic monitors for further study. PHOTO COURTESY OF TYLER BOWLING Courtesy of Florida…

Two new neighborhoods are coming to Daytona Beach's LPGA Corridor, adding 463 single-family homes tucked into the golf course.Both neighborhoods will be located east of LPGA Boulevard, the latest dishes approved by the City of Daytona…

Zach Dean | The Daytona Beach NewspaperPlaice season is more, the Halifax River area is hit and miss and the bass are "on fire" with the cooler weather and high water levels. Frustrated with high water and flooded grass? here are a few…

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NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Fla .-- A woman says the New Smyrna Beachfront condo that her husband has owned for more than a decade is being sold under her, after the condo association's board of directors has refused the transfer of ownership of her…

It's the terrifying moment when an eight-foot shark sank its teeth into a spear fisherman's leg and tore an artery. Parker Simpson was swimming off the coast of Florida, United States, when the reef shark "came out of nowhere" and attacked…

It's officially scary season, and what better way to get scary than with a ghost tour?Some places you have visited before may be haunted and you didn't know it.Fortunately, there are a few tours on offer in central Florida, giving you more…

Relatives of murdered Florida woman Miya Marcano, including those who flew on after her disappearance, gathered Sunday night to mourn and speak with their attorney, family attorney Daryl K Washington said. The independent.Mr Washington…

NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FL. - The community of New Smyrna Beach is supporting an injured firefighter who is recovering from traumatic injuries in a workplace accident.Authorities said firefighter Jeremy Macklefresh was injured in an accident…

Cheryl Casone presents "American Dream Home" on Fox Business In this week's episode of Fox Business Prime's new show “American Dream Home,” two Florida natives seek to improve their oceanfront…

Zach Dean | The Daytona Beach NewspaperThe relentless rain slowed down fishermen in the area a bit, but there was still a lot to report in the Volusia-Flagler area. Snapper, Yellowtail off VolusiaThe Sea Spirit Fishing charter reports…

DeLand and Deltona High Schools face off in a football game. FUTURES Foundation for Volusia County Schools announced that its annual report Caribbean party has been postponed to Thursday, November 11. Sponsorship…

In a horrific incident, a 16-year-old boy was seriously injured after a shark attacked him. Images of the incident also went viral on social media. The teenager was surfing in New Smyrna Beach when he was bitten by a shark.The incident…

FOX 35 Football Friday: Week Four Week four of the high school football season featured Palm Bay on Merritt Island. Merritt Island Cruises 44-12. LAKE MARY, Florida. - Week four of the high school football season featured Palm Bay…

NEW SMYRNA, Fla - A 16-year-old surfer speaks out after being bitten in the arm near Daytona, Fla. The meeting was also filmed.In a rare sighting, two sharks can be seen sneaking into the same wave with surfers a few feet away.One of those…

NEW SMYRNA, Fla - A 16-year-old surfer speaks out after being bitten in the arm near Daytona, Fla. The meeting was also filmed.In a rare sighting, two sharks can be seen sneaking into the same wave with surfers a few feet away.One of those…

The following cases were heard in the Edgartown District Court. 23 august Jose Pestana, 29, of North Scituate, RI, was arraigned August 23 in Oak Bluffs for disorderly conduct. Charges dismissed if $ 150 in court costs are paid…

Share the article Last update 1 week agoFlorida is America's vacation paradise. After seeing and enjoying all of the popular Sunshine State sights, take some time to explore unusual places and things. These unique and…

Editor, Lighthouse: I was disappointed with the Volusia County Council's vote in May 2021 to impose a minimum rental period of 30 days. I read a recent newspaper article indicating that many business owners were…

ORLANDO, Florida - With all eyes on Hurricane Ida, Florida utility crews prepare to leave and help with post-storm power restoration efforts.Amy Zubaly, executive director of the Florida Municipal Electric Association, said several…

Sean mooney Daytona Beach, Florida - Two cousins, one of whom was already in jail, are now facing charges after multiple phone records show they and another man were planning an out-of-state…

Breadcrumb Links World criminality Molly Wray has been charged with seducing a minor Author of the article: Brad hunter Release date : 25 August 2021 • 25 August 2021 • 1…

Jim sutton | St. Augustine Record - USA TODAY NETWORKWatch: Hammerhead Shark captured and released on Pensacola BeachAnglers and Navarre Beach Shark Fishing patrons caught a gargantuan 13-foot great hammerhead shark on Saturday night at…

In a year of escalating extreme weather disasters linked to climate change, more and more Americans are reporting the adverse consequences of global warming and seeking to travel for relief. For Leslie Woz, who has lived with her husband…

It doesn't matter what time of year or what's going on in the world - there are some beaches that are just right always invaded. Yes, a lot of them are popular for a reason: the weather, the ease of access, the proximity to shops and…

With a grant of $ 12.5 million, Blink will create a robust network of 52 DC fast chargers along major…

With a Granted $ 12.5 million, Blink will create a robust network of 52 DC fast chargers along major Florida interstate highways and improve resilience against natural disasters Miami Beach, Florida, July 27, 2021 (GLOBE…

Vivian Carol Stevenson Vivian Carol Stevenson, 71, of Leesburg, Fla., Died on July 22, 2021 at her residence under the loving care of her family and staff at Cornerstone Hospice. Vivian was born on August 31, 1949 in New Smyrna Beach,…

A man has been arrested for animal cruelty after attacking a dog with a machete. Volusia County Sheriff's Deputies were called to a house in the 1900 block of Jungle Road on July 9. The dog's owner told…

Man who scribbled racial slurs against Asians on a New Smyrna Beach family's vehicles and nailed their driveway has been sentenced to nearly a year in county jail followed by subpoena residence and probation.A jury sentenced Kyle…

NORTH WEST. I WILL CHOOSE THINGS FOR YOU, ALL RIGHT. MICHELLE: NEW AT 10:00 AM A MAN FROM VOLUSIA COUNTY HAS BEEN SENTENCED FOR VANDALIZING ASIAN FAMILY VEHICLES IN NEW SMYRNA BEACH. A…

For the first time, the Major League Baseball Draft will take place during All-Star Weekend.Most of the headlines revolve around Vanderbilt's powerful pitching pair Kumar Rocker and Jack Leiter, as well as a talented high school shortstop…

James E. Kelly James E. Kelly, 84, of New Smyrna Beach, Florida, and Lockport, NY, died Tuesday, July 6 in Florida. He was born in Jamestown, NY on December 7, 1936, the son of Clarence and Maude Nichols Kelly.Jim graduated from Westfield…

INDIALANTIC, Florida - Rescue officials at Surfside got out of the rescue phase and went into recovery mode as 80 people are still missing after the Champlain Towers oceanfront condo partially collapsed in the middle of the night last month…

When the coronavirus pandemic struck, the wedding bells were largely silent and engaged couples found themselves sending out date cards.More than a year later, with the availability of the COVID-19 vaccine and the lifting of restrictions on…

DAYTONA BEACH - Deep in the recesses of the Palmetto House's unfinished basement are shelves of shirts, pants and jackets, given to residents who often come with little more than clothes on their backs.“Be careful,” Lindsay Medders advised…

An 8-year-old Miami boy was rushed to hospital on Sunday afternoon after a shark bit him while playing in shallow water near Ponce Inlet, security officials said beaches.The boy was standing in waist-deep water outside Winterhaven Park in…

The approach of a tropical storm is likely to blame for the unusually small crowds on Volusia County beaches this July 4 weekend, officials said.Few people were on the beach from International Speedway Boulevard south to Daytona Beach…

It is an annual ritual.Part one goes like this: People descend to the beaches in Volusia County on July 4th to swim and sunbathe during the day, then shoot fireworks and party at night.The second part comes the next morning, when a garbage…

NEW SMYRNA BEACH - Torn City Commissioners have requested more time and potential changes to a new mural project that would replace the decades-old sea-themed mural under the Martin Luther King Jr. at US 1 and State Road 44.Apart from…

Looking for something to do this Independence Day weekend? We've got a list of some of the finest events in the Orlando area just for you. Red, White and Brasserie Weekend 7:00 p.m.Howl at the moon Orlando, 8815 International…

Volusia County is calling for volunteers to help clean up beaches after the weekend's July 4 festivities, predicting another massive build-up of fireworks, plastics and other trash."When the sun rises on July 5, it will illuminate thousands…

NEW SMYRNA BEACH - A 60-day rabies alert was issued for the town of New Smyrna Beach and unincorporated parts of southeastern Volusia County after a horse tested positive for the disease on Tuesday , according to the Volusia County Florida…

The Volusia-Flagler Junior Golf Association continued its summer program this week at the Sugar Mill Golf Club in New Smyrna Beach:Nine hole divisionsBoys 13-14: 1. Shaan Garewal 41, 2. Nathan Tutunjian 46, 3. Joseph Martin 48, 4. Silas…

VENICE - Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission agents are investigating an incident Sunday morning in which a 39-year-old man was bitten by an alligator in a large pond off Precision Drive north of Venice. The man, who was…

NEW SMYRNA BEACH - Four years after Hurricane Irma pushed water onto the shores of the Intracoastal Waterway and its tributaries, families living in flood-prone properties in this Volusia County town will have the chance to have their homes…

For the second time in the school's history, Spruce Creek has reached the pinnacle of high school baseball in Florida. The senior group, deprived of potential glory last year when the COVID-19 pandemic caused the FHSAA spring sports to…

New Smyrna Beach's Hidden Lakes Golf Club hosted this week's tournament for the Volusia-Flagler Junior Golf Association:Nine hole divisionsBoys 13-14: 1. Shaan Garewal 39, 2. Nathan Tutunjian 42, 3. Joey Smith 47, 4. Carter Crafton 64, 5.…

He is only 12 years old and has surfed half his life. A Cocoa Beach boy is recovering from multiple surgeries after a shark bites him in New Smyrna Beach. WESH 2's Gail Paschall-Brown examined him after his fourth…

Beach-goers in Volusia County will still have to leave their dogs at home, after the county council voted on Tuesday not to open any of the beaches in the Atlantic Ocean to pets.Board members Billie Wheeler, Ben Johnson, Heather Post,…

Video shows Florida fisherman passing huge whale shark off Florida coast Captain Lance of the Florida Fishing Fleet filmed the massive whale shark off the coast of Anna Maria Island earlier this month. ANNA MARIA ISLAND, Florida -…

Almost a year after Don Petito retired as Flagler County Fire Chief, the county filled the vacant position. Starting July 6, Michael Tucker, 53, will take Petito's place and lead the Flagler County Fire Department. Tucker is currently the…

Beach officials prepare for the holiday weekend crowds Millions of Americans are on the road or preparing to leave for Memorial Day weekend. NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FL. - Millions of Americans are on the road or preparing to leave for…

Entrance to Champions World Resort. Image courtesy of BCC Construction and ICM Development Group Champions World Resort, a 435-key hotel and conference center in Kissimmee, Fla., Will become a market-priced 352 micro-unit apartment…

DELAND, Fla .-- Hurricane season is just a few weeks away, June 1, but anyone looking to stock up on lumber may be surprised. What would you like to know Hurricane season begins June 1, forcing some residents to stock up on plywood…

CNN - While the concept of traveling again can be exciting, it's been so long since many of us may have forgotten that the reality of the jet set isn't as…

The pandemic has supported court casesThe “rocket case” was a successful launch for Volusia County Circuit Court, clearing more than 150 cases during the 19-day effort to close the pending pandemic…

The Halifax Sport Fishing Club will be hosting their annual Special Needs Fishing Tournament on May 1 at Dunlawton Pier below the bridge in Port Orange. The event will run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Participants can register that morning from…

Zach Dean | The Daytona Beach NewspaperThe Halifax Sport Fishing Club monthly seminar Thursday will be a cooking seminar featuring Chef Jeremy Wimmer of Millie's Restaurant and Catering in Daytona Beach Shores.Millie's Restaurant is a…

The 21st Annual Halifax Sport Fishing Club Offshore Challenge begins Saturday and runs through April 24. Each participant will choose two days to fish during these dates.The captains' meeting will be held at the HSFC club on Thursday.The…

ORLANDO, Florida - With 1,350 miles of coastline, Florida certainly has an expanse of sandy shoreline…

The Saint-Jean river and the lakes of the regionIt is a period of transition on the river. Spring has sprung up. And although it's about a week behind schedule, Pisces follow a more paramount schedule - inconstant too. Speckled perch…

The 21st Annual Halifax Sport Fishing Club Offshore Challenge will take place April 10-24. Each participant will choose two days to fish during these dates.The captains meeting will be held at the HSFC club on April 8 and the awards…

Roy's Surf Fishing Guide Service is hosting the second annual Surf Fishing Challenge this weekend at the Lost Lagoon Wings and Grill Restaurant. In-person registration begins at 4:00 p.m., with an appointment at 6:00 a.m. Fishing will take…

So far, 2021 is proving to be a good year for vacation rentals in Volusia County and other parts of Florida. So far, 2021 is proving to be a good year for vacation rentals in Volusia County and other parts of Florida. DAYTONA BEACH,…

Zach Dean | The Daytona Beach NewspaperThe Halifax Sport Fishing Club will be hosting a Boating Safety Seminar on March 18, with guest speaker, Captain Nik Foster of Sea Tow.Foster has owned and operated Sea Tow Daytona / Ponce Inlet /…

Zach Dean | The Daytona Beach NewspaperThe Halifax Sport Fishing Club monthly seminar on Thursday will feature two guest speakers with a different format.The evening will be “Ask the Captains” with…

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5th retirement District Court of Appeals Judge Richard Orfinger said judges had done their job following national election as incumbent president donald trump and his supporters disputed the results showing that Joseph Biden had won.…

The Saint-Jean river and the lakes of the regionAt this time of year, it's hard to find anyone fishing for anything other than speckled perch - or poop as they are called north of the Panhandle. Fishing continues to improve, with more…

The Halifax Sport Fishing Club once again welcomes Captain Billy Pettigrew, owner and operator of Com'N'Getit Fishing Charters, as a guest speaker for the seminar on January 21.Captain Billy grew up in Ormond Beach and developed a passion…

After making Volusia County their vacation home over the holidays, a critically endangered North Atlantic right whale mother and her calf have apparently started returning north.Nicknamed "Chimenea", Right Whale # 4040 and her calf were…

If you are looking for sheep head and black drum, you are in luck. SURF, DOCK: Gene Lytwyn of The Fishin 'Hole said the surf area and ocean pier fishermen always score with good catches of whiting and pompano.“Most use pompano rigs, baited…