April 2023 Blog Archive
Volusia County Schools boost tutoring pay to support teachers.
Fri, Apr 28, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Volusia County Schools Superintendent Dr. Carmen Balgobin has announced a significant development in collaboration with the Volusia United Educators (VUE) to enhance teacher compensati... Read More
Personalized Medicine: The Future of Clinical Trials
Fri, Apr 28, 2023
Neurology Associates Clinical Research Center in Ormond Beach is at the forefront of personalized medicine, an innovative approach to healthcare with tailored treatments for individual patients based on their unique genetic makeup and other factors. ... Read More
In-home CNA arrested for fraud and theft in an identity scam.
Fri, Apr 28, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
An in-home certified nursing assistant, who was caring for an elderly Deltona woman with Alzheimer's, was arrested for opening a credit card in her patient's name and utilizing it to f... Read More
Sea turtle nesting season starts May 1 in Volusia County.
Fri, Apr 28, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Sea turtle nesting season begins May 1 through October 31, with 400 to 500 nests anticipated to be laid throughout Volusia County in a typical year. Volusia County-managed beaches alre... Read More
Volusia County Council plans goal-setting special meeting on May 10.
Wed, Apr 26, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The Volusia County Council will host a special meeting on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, from 3 to 7 p.m. in the Frank T. Bruno Jr. County Council Chambers on the second floor of the Thomas... Read More
Daytona Beach Police Department is searching for a missing juvenile.
Wed, Apr 26, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The Daytona Beach Police Department is searching for Gary Holmes, a 13-year-old boy last seen on Tuesday, April 25, around 5 p.m. at his residence near North Street in Daytona Beach.... Read More
Troy Kent to host District 4 community meeting on May 15.
Tue, Apr 25, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Troy Kent, Volusia County Council's District 4 representative, has announced that he will host a community meeting from 5 to 6 p.m. on Monday, May 15, in the Ormond Beach Regional Libr... Read More
Astor man arrested on multiple child pornography charges.
Mon, Apr 24, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Troy L. Sautbine, 50, of Astor, has been arrested on more than two dozen child pornography charges after investigators discovered graphic files on his phone and USB device during a sea... Read More
Historic Dr. Josie Rogers' house being renovated for Riverfront Esplanade.
Mon, Apr 24, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The historic Dr. Josie Rogers' house, one of the oldest homes in Daytona Beach, is undergoing extensive renovations to transform the home, into a welcoming, and educational space that ... Read More
Temporary partial closure of beachside parking lot scheduled for April 25.
Fri, Apr 21, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The City of New Smyrna Beach has announced the Flagler Avenue Boardwalk parking lot's east side will be closed all day on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, to allow for the application of a new... Read More
Third 4chan user arrested for making online threats against Sheriff Chitwood.
Fri, Apr 21, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Another person who posted an online death threat against Sheriff Mike Chitwood is in police custody, this time in Connecticut. Cristhian Zapata, 23, was taken into custody in Ansonia a... Read More
VSO to participate in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.
Fri, Apr 21, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
As spring cleaning season approaches, the Volusia County Sheriff's Office (VSO) reminds residents about the importance of safely disposing of old, unneeded medications. This Saturday, ... Read More
Fire destroys clubhouse at Golf Course in New Smyrna Beach
Thu, Apr 20, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The New Smyrna Beach Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at 4:26 a.m. on Tuesday at 2600 Turnbull Estates Drive, The Preserve at Turnbull Bay Golf Course.
Upon arri... Read More
Free trees are being offered to New Smyrna Beach residents.
Tue, Apr 18, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The City of New Smyrna Beach, New Smyrna Beach Utilities, and the Florida Forest Service has partnered with the Arbor Day Foundation's Energy-Saving Trees program to provide residents... Read More
Port Orange Police Department searching for a missing juvenile.
Tue, Apr 18, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The Port Orange Police Department is seeking the public's help in locating a missing juvenile. Dana Harshman, 17, was reported missing by her father on April 14, 2023, after failing to... Read More
Orange City man arrested on child pornography charges.
Mon, Apr 17, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
An Orange City man, Adam Morris, 40, has been arrested and charged with possession of child pornography and transmitting harmful material to minors.
Morris was taken into custody on F... Read More
Environmental Discovery Center to temporarily close beginning Monday, April 24.
Mon, Apr 17, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The City of Ormond Beach has announced the temporary closure of the Environmental Discovery Center, starting Monday, April 24, 2023, to complete the construction of the EDC's new aquar... Read More
Demolition of the old elections building to affect County parking lot.
Mon, Apr 17, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Officials with Volusia County Government have announced plans to demolish the old elections building located on the southwest corner of Florida and Rich Avenues in DeLand. Once the dem... Read More
The Importance of Professional Carpet Cleaning.
Sat, Apr 15, 2023
Carpets are a popular choice for flooring in many homes and businesses due to their comfort, warmth, and appearance. However, carpets are magnets for dirt, dust, and allergens, making them a potential health hazard if not cleaned regularly. Do-it-you... Read More
Coastal construction approved to begin after May 1.
Fri, Apr 14, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Volusia County Government received new guidelines from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) on coastal construction activities after May 1. The notification appl... Read More
Volusia County Schools breaks ground on Turie T. Small Elementary School.
Fri, Apr 14, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
On Thursday, Volusia County Schools held a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Turie T. Small Elementary School, ushering in a new era for the school with a rich history in Daytona Bea... Read More
Volusia County staff available to execute easements.
Fri, Apr 14, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Volusia County residents will have the opportunity to receive assistance in executing their easement agreements on Monday, April 17th, thanks to the Volusia County Public Works Depart... Read More
New Smyrna Beach gives update on Ocean Breeze Tiki Bar fire.
Thu, Apr 13, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
On Thursday morning, the New Smyrna Beach Fire Department was dispatched to the Ocean Breeze Tiki Bar at 521 Flagler Avenue to respond to a reported structure fire at 6:32 a.m.
Engine... Read More
Former Nickelodeon actor, Drake Bell, missing in Daytona Beach.
Thu, Apr 13, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The Daytona Beach Police Department is searching for former Nickelodeon actor Jared Drake Bell.
According to the Police Department, Bell is traveling in a 2022 grey BMW, and his... Read More
Daytona Beach Police Department searching for missing juvenile.
Thu, Apr 13, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Officials with the Daytona Beach Police Department are asking for the public's assistance in locating Alyssa J Rogers, a 15-year-old girl who was last seen at approximately 7:30 p.m. o... Read More
Fire at Ocean Breeze Tiki Bar in New Smyrna Beach.
Thu, Apr 13, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The New Smyrna Beach Fire Department has put out a fire at the Ocean Breeze Tiki Bar and Restaurant at 521 Flagler Avenue, which engulfed the building in flames.
According to th... Read More
Police Sergeant Josh Holloway recognized for successful Operation Spring Break.
Wed, Apr 12, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The New Smyrna Beach City Commission recognized Police Sergeant Josh Holloway during its April 11 meeting for his exceptional planning and implementation of Operation Spring Break, a c... Read More
FDEM promotes hurricane preparedness 50 days ahead of Atlantic Hurricane Season.
Wed, Apr 12, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Today, Wednesday, April 12, is fifty days from the beginning of the 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season; and the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) is urging all Floridians to ... Read More
Marine Science Center to release three shorebirds.
Wed, Apr 12, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
On Friday, April 14, at 10:30 a.m., the Marine Science Center’s seabird rehabilitation facility will release two laughing gulls and a herring gull at the Lighthouse Point Park d... Read More
Dunlawton Causeway Park boat ramps to temporarily close April 16.
Wed, Apr 12, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The City of Prot Orange has announced that the Dunlawton Causeway Park boat ramps will be temporarily closed for repairs, beginning at 11:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 16, through Wednesday... Read More
Body found in car confirmed to be missing Port Orange teacher.
Tue, Apr 11, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The Volusia County Sheriff's Office announced Tuesday that the human remains found inside a submerged vehicle off Pioneer Trail in New Smyrna Beach are confirmed to be the missing Port... Read More
Duss Street to become "Jimmy Harrell Way" on April 27.
Tue, Apr 11, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
New Smyrna Beach’s Historic Westside neighborhood's Duss Street, home to the renowned Mary S. Harrell Black Heritage Museum and Lydia Pettis Park, will be granted the honorary ti... Read More
Ocean Center in Daytona Beach to explore additional event opportunities.
Tue, Apr 11, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The Ocean Center in Daytona Beach will expand its live entertainment offerings following the approval of the Volusia County Council on Tuesday, April 4, 2023. The council gave the gree... Read More
Join the City Nature Challenge from April 28 to May 1.
Tue, Apr 11, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Volusia County officials are inviting residents to capture observations of biodiversity and become community scientists from April 28 to May 1, 2023, during the "City Nature Challenge ... Read More
Volusia County to present AEDs to thirteen organizations.
Mon, Apr 10, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Volusia County's Public Protection Department is donating and training thirteen non-profit organizations and businesses to use portable automated external defibrillators (AEDs) at 9 a.... Read More
Vehicle of missing Port Orange teacher found.
Sat, Apr 08, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The Volusia County Sheriff's Office has announced that they have found the vehicle of Robert Heikka, a well-known teacher from Creekside Middle in Port Orange who went missing from his... Read More
Elderly man found dead on island in Intracoastal Waterway.
Fri, Apr 07, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The Port Orange Police Department is investigating the death of an elderly man whose body was found on a nearby island in the Intracoastal Waterway by a kayaker on April 7, 2023, aroun... Read More
Seven arrested for lewd behavior in public parks.
Fri, Apr 07, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The Volusia County Sheriff's Office has arrested seven men following a two-day operation that addressed complaints about sexual activity in Volusia County parks.
According to a relea... Read More
Three new self-watering planters were installed on Canal Street.
Thu, Apr 06, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The City of New Smyrna Beach is proud to announce that three new self-watering planters were installed at the corner of Rush and Canal Street, marking the first of twenty-seven flowerp... Read More
Volusia County Schools to host First Annual Home Run 5K on Jackie Robinson Day.
Wed, Apr 05, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Volusia County Schools (VCS) is proud to announce the first annual Home Run 5K on Saturday, April 15, at 8 a.m., also known as Jackie Robinson Day, which commemorates and honors the da... Read More
Invasive plant treatment planned along U.S. 1.
Tue, Apr 04, 2023
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The Volusia County Resource Stewardship Division, in conjunction with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, has announced plans to address the proliferation of invasiv... Read More
