August 2021 Blog Archive
CDC raises the travel advisory levels for the Bahamas and St. Maarten.
Thu, Aug 26, 2021
Written by Steven Christian
Belden Communications News
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has increased the travel advisory for any U.S. citizen traveling to the Bahamas, and St. Maarten, to a level four advisory.
This cha... Read More
Votran anticipates service interruptions during Zero 400 weekend.
Wed, Aug 25, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
With the Coke Zero 400 coming to the Daytona International Speedway this weekend, Votran is predicting heavy traffic in the area that potentially could cause route delays and interrupt... Read More
Oak Hill woman charged with Animal Cruelty after throwing a cat into the river.
Fri, Aug 20, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The Volusia County Sheriff’s Office reported that an Oak Hill woman was placed under arrest on animal cruelty charges after being accused of throwing a cat into the Intracoastal ... Read More
County plans affordable housing webinar.
Thu, Aug 19, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
With the number of COVID-19 cases on the rise here in Volusia County, officials have decided to reschedule the Affordable Housing Summit scheduled for August 27.
The county staff is a... Read More
Officer Jason Raynor, the officer that was shot while on patrol in June, passed away.
Wed, Aug 18, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Officer Jason Raynor, the officer that was shot while on patrol in June, passed away with his family by his side on Wednesday, August 17, at 8:09 p.m.
Daytona Beach Police Depar... Read More
County Council approves changes to the ECHO program.
Wed, Aug 18, 2021
Written by Anthony Bicy
Belden Communications News
Tuesday, August 17, the County Council adopted new operating rules for the ECHO program.
Many of the changes to the ECHO program provide enhanced assistance to agencies seeking county EC... Read More
Two-week project to repaint Flagler Boardwalk underway.
Tue, Aug 17, 2021
Written by Anthony Bicy
Belden Communications News
The City of New Smyrna Beach has announced that a two-week project to repaint the Flagler Boardwalk began Monday, August 16, and should take two weeks to complete.
According to a release... Read More
A 30-day mask requirement will be in effect for adults throughout all Volusia County Schools.
Wed, Aug 11, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Volusia County Schools announced Wednesday that all adults, including employees, parents, volunteers, and other visitors, will be required to wear a face-covering (mask or shield) in a... Read More
Senator Tom Wright hand delivers $1.5 million for local historic preservation.
Wed, Aug 11, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The New Smyrna Beach City Commission received two big-dollar checks from Senator Tom Wright personally on Wednesday, August 11, in efforts to aid in funding the city’s rest... Read More
Half of the New Smyrna Beach beachside public restrooms will close from August 10 through 13.
Tue, Aug 10, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Half of the public restrooms at three beachside locations in New Smyrna Beach will close Tuesday, August 10, through Friday, August 13, for an epoxy floor refinish.
According to a rel... Read More
Free microchipping and pet disaster kits at Animal Services event on August 14.
Tue, Aug 10, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
This Saturday, August 14, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Volusia County Animal Services will be hosting a free, drive-thru pet microchip event at the Animal Services headquarters off Indi... Read More
Heather Post appointed to Preemption Committee.
Mon, Aug 09, 2021
Written by Anthony Bicy
Belden Communications News
Heather Post - Volusia County Councilwoman and Representative of District 4 - was recently appointed, by the president of the Florida Association of Counties, to serve on a newly formed s... Read More
New Smyrna Beach's South Causeway will be the first to receive the new Roadway Weather Sensor System.
Fri, Aug 06, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
New Smyrna Beach's South Causeway is the first in line to receive a new Roadway Weather Sensor System from the Florida Department of Transportation.
According to a release, this... Read More
Volusia County Schools puts student artwork on display.
Thu, Aug 05, 2021
Written by Anthony Bicy
Belden Communications News
Volusia County Schools high school students will have artwork on display at the Art Stars of Volusia County High School Exhibition.
Starting Saturday, August 7, the artwork will appear i... Read More
New Smyrna Beach City Commission to hold first meeting in new chambers, August 10.
Thu, Aug 05, 2021
Written by Anthony Bicy
Belden Communications News
On Tuesday, August 10, the New Smyrna Beach City Commission will host its first meeting since June 22 at 6:30 p.m. in its new Development Services and Commission Chambers building.
Accor... Read More
Royal Caribbean is launching its full fleet by Spring 2022.
Thu, Aug 05, 2021
Written by Steven Christian
Belden Communications News
Royal Caribbean has announced its return to service dates for the remainder of its fleet starting in September 2021. The cruise line plans for its full line-up of ships to be ba... Read More
County Council confirms new EMS Director.
Wed, Aug 04, 2021
Written by Anthony Bicy
Belden Communications News
On Tuesday, Michael Colman became Volusia County’s new Emergency Medical Services Director, following his position as Chief Operating Officer of the Richmond Ambulance Authority.
C... Read More
Volusia County Schools break ground on the construction site of the new Beachside Elementary School.
Wed, Aug 04, 2021
Written by Anthony Bicy
Belden Communications News
Volusia County Schools has begun construction on the new Beachside Elementary School, combining Ortona and Osceola elementary schools. The two 1950s-era schools will merge into a singular... Read More
City of New Smyrna Beach named the newest member of the American Flood Coalition.
Tue, Aug 03, 2021
Written by Anthony Bicy
Belden Communications News
In April 2021, the City of New Smyrna Beach City Commission voted and agreed with a unanimous vote to join the American Flood Coalition.
The American Flood Coalition is a national, non-p... Read More
Volusia County lands $4 million Federal Economic Development Grant.
Tue, Aug 03, 2021
Written by Anthony Bicy
Belden Communications News
Volusia County has landed $4 million in Federal Economic Development Grant funds for ongoing economic development efforts luring more industry and jobs to the Daytona Beach International ... Read More
Volusia County libraries cancel programs.
Tue, Aug 03, 2021
Written by Anthony Bicy
Belden Communications News
All fourteen branches of the Volusia County Public Library system have canceled all indoor programs for youths and adults in response to the recent spike in COVID-19 cases.
The branches ... Read More
Carnival Mardi Gras departs Port Canaveral on Inaugural Cruise.
Mon, Aug 02, 2021
Written by Steven Christian
Belden Communications News
Carnival Mardi Gras has finally set sail on her inaugural cruise, which sailed out of Port Canaveral on Saturday, July 31, 2021.
Now heading for the Caribbean, the Mardi Gras... Read More
