Hometown News Volusia

DeLand is doubling up its festival fun with the launch of the inaugural Love Earth Music & Art Festival, part of the 14th Annual DeLandapalooza, which starts at 1 p.m. tomorrow. hometownnewsvolusia.com/dining_and_ent…

A new multi-million dollar Florida Department of Transportation project plans to build two rest areas along Interstate 4 in DeLand, providing needed truck parking to serve regional freight demand and enhance drivers' safety by providing a place to rest. hometownnewsvolusia.com/news/local/new…

Hometown News Volusia's website at hometownnewsvolusia.com has been updated with this week's print content, including an inside look on how a local nonprofit is changing veterans’ lives. hometownnewsvolusia.com/news/local/how…

Residents can find different ways to unwind during the DeLand Yoga Festival, which will "stretch" across the city from April 25 - 26. hometownnewsvolusia.com/dining_and_ent…

Tests completed on April 14 indicate that the water quality at Lighthouse Point Park now shows an acceptable level of Enterococcus bacteria established by state guidelines. Test results are available at FloridaHealth.gov/HealthyBeaches. For information, visit Volusia.FloridaHealth.gov

DeLand has come alive with "Sound of Music," which has returned to Athens Theatre and will run until May 3. hometownnewsvolusia.com/dining_and_ent…

Chrome met the classroom at the Atlantic High car show this month, which featured 30 muscle cars, classic cars and a few well-loved clunkers. hometownnewsvolusia.com/news/local/whe…

Bethune-Cookman University will inaugurate Dr. Albert D. Mosley as its eighth president today. The event is open to the public. hometownnewsvolusia.com/news/local/bet…

Fire Station 15, which serves the Daytona Beach area, broke ground on its new home this month. The project is expected to be completed in February 2027. hometownnewsvolusia.com/news/local/vol…

A developer proposed building a travel center near Interstate 4 and state Road 44, but residents expressed concerns over how the development will affect the area’s lighting, environment, traffic and noise. hometownnewsvolusia.com/news/local/maj…

A New Smyrna Beach instructor who knew Chuck Norris personally reflects on Norris's legacy, and his lasting impact on martial arts. hometownnewsvolusia.com/news/local/ins…

The Domestic Abuse Council expanded its services for survivors — including the furry ones. hometownnewsvolusia.com/news/local/dom…

"Neuter Scooter for a Nickel!" Until June 30, male cat neuter surgeries will be available for 5 cents at the Halifax Humane Society Spay & Neuter Clinic. hometownnewsvolusia.com/news/local/hal…

The Port Orange City Council approved a new residential development that will put 50 single-family homes on 56.5 acres off Airport Road. hometownnewsvolusia.com/news/local/por…

Hometown News Volusia's website at hometownnewsvolusia.com has been updated with this week's print content, including information about Winola Farm's expanded market grand opening on April 10! hometownnewsvolusia.com/news/local/win…

Today, between 8 a.m. and 12 p.m., residents might see student volunteers wearing makeup to simulate injuries at local hospital emergency departments. But fear not, this is part of the nation's largest medical surge exercise: Operation Skyfall. hometownnewsvolusia.com/news/local/mas…

Get ready, surfers and skaters: the Mike Martin Pro/Am Surf & Skate Festival returns April 9 through 12, and it's going to be a big one. hometownnewsvolusia.com/dining_and_ent…

Under new management, Sugarmill hopes to become a golf destination. hometownnewsvolusia.com/news/local/und…

Go slow and look out below! Warmer weather means Florida's gentle giants are on the move. hometownnewsvolusia.com/news/local/go-…

Daytona’s Turkey Run is now the nation’s largest combined car show and swap meet—but it only began after a modded car was turned away at a local parade. Hometown News Volusia digs into this event's history in our newest feature. hometownnewsvolusia.com/news/local/a-l…