June 2022 Blog Archive
Dr. Bethune's statues are to be unveiled this summer.
Tue, Jun 28, 2022
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The City of Daytona Beach has announced a series of special activities planned to honor Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune for the unveiling of her statues starting in July.
On Wednesday, ... Read More
Volunteers are needed for a July 5 beach clean-up.
Tue, Jun 28, 2022
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Volusia County officials are predicting another massive accumulation of fireworks, plastics, and other litter on County beaches following this upcoming weekend’s Fourth of ... Read More
Votran announces Independence Day schedule changes.
Mon, Jun 27, 2022
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
In observance of the Independence Day holiday on Monday, July 4, 2022, Votran will operate on a limited service schedule, and riders are encouraged to plan their trips in advance... Read More
What you need to know about hurricane shelters.
Thu, Jun 23, 2022
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Volusia County Government and Volusia County Schools join forces amid natural disasters to provide shelters for people who do not evacuate or choose to ride out the storm in thei... Read More
Derelict boats removed from Halifax River in Daytona Beach.
Wed, Jun 22, 2022
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The City of Daytona Beach’s Permit and Licensing Division and the Daytona Beach Police Department have worked together to remove more than 30 derelict boats in the Halifax ... Read More
Second Harvest Food Bank receives donation from County Council.
Wed, Jun 22, 2022
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The Volusia County Council presented an oversized check to the Second Harvest Food Bank during a regularly scheduled council meeting on Tuesday, June 21, totaling almost $26,000 to hel... Read More
The suspect wanted in the DeBary IHOP shooting is in custody.
Wed, Jun 22, 2022
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The Volusia County Sheriff’s Office announced late Tuesday night that Sammy McKnight Jr., the suspect wanted in the shooting outside the IHOP off Dirksen Drive in DeBary on Frida... Read More
County hosts free training for health care facility disaster plans.
Tue, Jun 21, 2022
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Officials with Volusia County’s Emergency Management Division are hosting a series of free training sessions to assist local health care facilities with filing their state-... Read More
Reward being offered for information on a wanted murder suspect.
Mon, Jun 20, 2022
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The Volusia County Sheriff’s Office is searching for Sammy McKnight Jr., 31, of Palm Coast, for his involvement in a fatal shooting outside an IHOP restaurant in DeBary.
A... Read More
Disney Wish has officially pulled into Port Canaveral.
Mon, Jun 20, 2022
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Disney Cruise Line's newest cruise ship, the Disney Wish, officially pulled into Port Canaveral around 5 a.m. on Monday, June 20, 2022.
The 144,000 gross ton ship will be the fi... Read More
County officials warn residents of excessive heat conditions this weekend.
Fri, Jun 17, 2022
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Officials with Volusia County’s Emergency Management Division are warning residents to take the proper precautions this weekend as excessive heat is forecasted for the area... Read More
New Smyrna Beach Police provide information ahead of Bike & Bar Tour.
Fri, Jun 17, 2022
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The New Smyrna Beach Police Department took to social media Friday with information regarding the unsanctioned (not a city-sponsored or an approved special event) annual Bike &am... Read More
Gateway: The Deep Space Launch Complex lands at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.
Thu, Jun 16, 2022
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
A grand opening ceremony took place at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex Wednesday, June 15, for the newest attraction known as Gateway: The Deep Space Launch Complex, with a ... Read More
New Smyrna Beach children can get back-to-school shots at Summer Camp.
Wed, Jun 15, 2022
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The Florida Department of Health in Volusia County will host back-to-school vaccination events at the Alonzo “Babe” James Community Center at 201 N. Myrtle Avenue in ... Read More
Section of Orange Street transitioning to one-way beginning June 21.
Tue, Jun 14, 2022
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
As part of a broader streetscape project planned along Washington Street in New Smyrna Beach, City commissioners unanimously approved the transition of Orange Street from Washing... Read More
Edwin W. Peck Sr. Park ribbon cutting is set for June 24.
Tue, Jun 14, 2022
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
A ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled for Friday, June 24 at 11 a.m. to celebrate the official opening of Edwin W. Peck Sr. Park located at 3167 S. Atlantic Avenue in Daytona Be... Read More
Beacon Center receives funds to create an innovative new program.
Fri, Jun 10, 2022
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
During the June 7 Volusia County Council meeting, council members awarded the Beacon Center in Daytona Beach $240,000 to create a progressive and innovative program to reduce int... Read More
Mosquito Control to host pop-up event at Smyrna Dunes Park.
Fri, Jun 10, 2022
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The fourth week in June is recognized as National Mosquito Control Awareness Week. To participate, the Volusia County Mosquito Control Division has planned a pop-up education eve... Read More
A special event zone is in effect on beachside this weekend.
Thu, Jun 09, 2022
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The Daytona Beach Police Department has announced Volusia County Sheriff, Mike Chitwood, is enacting a special event zone this weekend, as the Homestead Miami Speedway is hosting... Read More
Westside North Causeway boat ramp closed June 20-22
Thu, Jun 09, 2022
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The westside boat ramp at 170 North Causeway in New Smyrna Beach will be closing for maintenance on Monday, June 20, and will reopen on Wednesday, June 22, weather permitting.
T... Read More
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex announces new multi-day tickets and adjusted admission prices.
Wed, Jun 08, 2022
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Effective June 20, 2022, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex will implement a new, two-day ticket to accommodate the park’s larger footprint and the growing demand for mul... Read More
Nearshore reef deployment is scheduled for Father’s Day weekend.
Wed, Jun 08, 2022
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Volusia County has partnered with the Coastal Conservation Association (CCA), Shell USA, Inc. (Shell), and the Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC) to deploy 350 tons of concrete s... Read More
Volusia County Council adopts new animal control ordinance.
Tue, Jun 07, 2022
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
During its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, June 7, 2022, the Volusia County Council adopted a new animal control ordinance. The provisions of the law will prohibit the te... Read More
Juneteenth Festival returns to Daytona Beach.
Tue, Jun 07, 2022
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The City of Daytona Beach has announced the return of the city’s Juneteenth Community Celebration Festival, on Saturday, June 18, 2022, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at th... Read More
Libraries to participate in the Real Florida Reader program.
Mon, Jun 06, 2022
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The Volusia County Library System is partnering with the Florida Department of State’s Division of Library and Information Services, and Florida State Parks to advance outd... Read More
Florida launches annual Safe Summer Travel Campaign: Arrive Alive.
Mon, Jun 06, 2022
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) expects the summertime travel season to reach record-breaking highs, this year. In response, FLHSMV is teamin... Read More
Judge rules in County’s favor over Medicaid payments dispute.
Fri, Jun 03, 2022
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
A judge ruled in favor of Volusia County Thursday afternoon in the dispute between the County and the West Volusia Hospital Authority over the authority’s refusal t... Read More
Two people were identified in a fatal hit-and-run crash.
Thu, Jun 02, 2022
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The Daytona Beach Police Department has identified two suspects in a fatal hit-and-run crash on South Nova Road near Bellevue Avenue that occurred on Wednesday, June 1.
Accordin... Read More
Free meals for kids are available at 55 sites this summer.
Thu, Jun 02, 2022
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Volusia County has announced its Community Assistance Division is sponsoring a food service program from June 6 through August 12 that provides free breakfast and lunch to childr... Read More
Funds are available to help fortify homes against the wind.
Thu, Jun 02, 2022
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Volusia County’s Community Assistance Division announced it is currently accepting applications to help eligible homeowners upgrade their homes for improved wind resistance... Read More
I-95 and State Road 44 ramp closures in New Smyrna Beach are scheduled for this week.
Wed, Jun 01, 2022
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has announced some upcoming nighttime ramp closures at the interchange of Interstate 95 (I-95) and State Road 44 in New Smyrna Bea... Read More
