February 2021 Blog Archive
‘Refuse to Wait in Line’; Parent’s take over Local Neighborhood.
Fri, Feb 26, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Most of us have been there, sitting in the dreaded long line of cars, waiting to pick up our children from school. While most simply follow the rules and wait, others refuse to... Read More
Scam Alert from Ponce Inlet Chief of Police.
Wed, Feb 24, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
According to a release from Ponce Inlet Police, a resident received a call from officer “Tom Wilson” of the Ponce Inlet Police Department stating that there was a warrant f... Read More
TSA Pre-check Enrollment Event at Daytona Airport
Tue, Feb 23, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Daytona Beach International Airport (DAB) will be hosting a TSA Pre-check event from 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, March 15 – 19 in the baggage claim area... Read More
Beach Safety Ocean Rescue Earns Accreditation, Achieves Excelsior Status
Tue, Feb 23, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Volusia County Beach. Safety has been preparing for months to once again receive accreditation from the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation.
The accreditation... Read More
Housing Choice Voucher Applications Available.
Mon, Feb 22, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
According to a release, Volusia County’s Community Assistance Division will accept pre-applications by referral from local nonprofits and government entities for the federally fu... Read More
Section 8 Applicants Asked to Contact County.
Mon, Feb 22, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Volusia County residents who applied for the Housing Choice Voucher, also known as the Section 8 Program, through the county are being asked to contact the county’s Community Ass... Read More
Volusia County Schools Outlines Graduation, Senior Activities.
Fri, Feb 19, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Volusia County Schools put out a release Friday afternoon, informing students and families that socially distanced graduation ceremonies in June.
Proms, Graduation Bashes, and... Read More
Winter Storms Cause Additional Changes in Vaccination Schedule
Thu, Feb 18, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
With winter storms pummeling most of the country, additional changes to vaccination events at the Volusia County Fairgrounds in DeLand needed to be made.
According to a relea... Read More
The NASCAR Foundation, Joey Logano Foundation, ONE DAYTONA, and Daytona International Speedway Host Successful Convoy of Hope Food Distribution
Wed, Feb 17, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
With the start of the NASCAR season underway following the Daytona 500 this past weekend, the NASCAR Foundation, Joey Logano Foundation, ONE DAYTONA, and Daytona International ... Read More
City of Port Orange 2021 State of the City Address
Wed, Feb 17, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The City of Port Orange, City Officials, took to YouTube this year to share the City's Annual State of the City Address.
The video started with Port Orange Mayor Don Burnette,... Read More
County Proposes Change in E-Bike Regulations on the Bike.
Tue, Feb 16, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The Volusia County Council took a preliminary step Tuesday, towards designating space for electric bikes, one-wheel scooters, and other electric motorized devices to operate on parts o... Read More
Threat at Daytona State College Found to be Domestic in Nature; Classes to Resume Today.
Tue, Feb 16, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Earlier Tuesday, Daytona State College was evacuated due to reports of a ‘specific threat’.
According to Daytona Beach Police Department, reports of the threat wer... Read More
Daytona State College Evacuated Due to ‘Specific Threat’.
Tue, Feb 16, 2021
Daytona State College Evacuated Due to ‘Specific Threat’.
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
After a similar evacuation to Daytona State College in Daytona Beach back in January, the school has once a... Read More
County of Volusia COVID-19 Vaccine Events for Week of February 15
Mon, Feb 15, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The County of Volusia and the Department of Health will provide 2,000 vaccines during the week of February 15 with scheduled events for Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday.
Ap... Read More
Driver killed in Three-Vehicle Crash on International Speedway Boulevard.
Fri, Feb 12, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
A multi-vehicle crash on International Speedway boulevard claimed. The life, of a 57-year-old Port Orange woman, Thursday.
First responders were dispatched to the scene of a m... Read More
Local Traffic Information for Speedweek.
Fri, Feb 12, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
According to a release from the City of Daytona Beach, hundreds of thousands of people will be in and around Daytona International Speedway between now and February 14 for the 2021 Spe... Read More
Volusia County Schools Announces Invitation-Only Spring 2021 Instructional Job Fair
Fri, Feb 12, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Volusia County Schools announced Friday, they will. Host an invitation-only. Spring 2021 Instructional Job Fair, for teacher candidates, Friday, April 16.
In-person and ... Read More
Volusia County Sheriff’s Office Launching New Training Academy with State Approval.
Thu, Feb 11, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
For decades the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office has relied on outside institutions to provide basic Law Enforcement training for its Sheriff’s Deputies.
Thursday, ... Read More
Prescribed Burn Set for Longleaf Pine Preserve February 11.
Thu, Feb 11, 2021
Written Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
According to a release, with the favorable cooler weather conditions, Volusia County’s Land Management staff will conduct a prescribed burn on, February 11.
Volusia County... Read More
County Seeking Sites for Summer Food Program.
Wed, Feb 10, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Volusia County’s Community Assistance Division is currently seeking sites to serve children during the 2021 summer food program, running June 7 through August 13, 2021.
&n... Read More
City of Port Orange Approves Ordinance to Reduce Panhandling.
Wed, Feb 10, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
At a special meeting held by the Port Orange City Council Tuesday, a unanimous vote to reduce panhandling in certain areas of the city.
The new ordinance that was adopted Tues... Read More
Volusia County Animal Services Awarded $25,000 Grants
Wed, Feb 10, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The American Society for the Prevention of Animal Cruelty (ASPCA) invited disaster response agencies to submit funding requests. Volusia County Animal Services jumped on the opportunit... Read More
Volusia County Transitions to Sharecare for COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments
Wed, Feb 10, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
According to a release, for upcoming COVID-19 vaccine events coming the week of February 15, the County of Volusia will transition to the state-wide pre-registration system.
&nb... Read More
2021 City of Port Orange Survey,
Tue, Feb 09, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
According to a release, the city of Port Orange is asking residents for feedback about the programs and services the City provides.
The survey will serve as a valuable t... Read More
Volusia County Asking Residents to Provide Input on Sea Level Rise.
Tue, Feb 09, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
County Officials from the Environmental Management Division is working on developing strategies to help residents and local government plan for future impacts of flooding, storm surge,... Read More
Bethune-Cookman University to Welcome Back Students on Campus Monday.
Tue, Feb 09, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Students of Bethune-Cookman University will be welcomed back to campus and in-person learning, midway through the spring semester, which started online only January 11.
Accord... Read More
COVID-19 Vaccination Event at Volusia County Fairgrounds
Mon, Feb 08, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
According to a release, the County and Volusia working with the Florida Department of Health in Volusia County will be hosting a COVID-19 vaccinations event for individuals 65 ye... Read More
North Turn Legends Beach Parade Set for February 6.
Thu, Feb 04, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Local Racing history will be put on exhibition this weekend at the 10th Annual Historic North Turn Beach Parade, scheduled at 10:30 a.m. in Ponce Inlet, Saturday, February 6.
... Read More
One Person Dead in Shooting at Volusia County Fleet Maintenance Facility.
Thu, Feb 04, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Sheriff Michael J. Chitwood, Volusia County Sheriff, held a press conference on the scene of a shooting at the Volusia County Vehicle Maintenance Facility off of Indian Lake Road, Thur... Read More
Two Arrested After Detectives Recover Appliances Stolen in Burglary Spree
Wed, Feb 03, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Volusia County Sheriff’s Office recently investigated a recent string of appliance thefts from vacant homes.
Detectives from the Sheriff’s Office recovered several... Read More
Airboat Rides at Midway Private Tours, an Intimate Ride or Fun for the Whole Family.
Wed, Feb 03, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Located at the midway point between Orlando and the world-famous Florida beaches sits Airboat Rides at Midway, a fun experience for all.
Take in the beauty of the natu... Read More
Face Masks Required on Votran Buses and In Facilities.
Wed, Feb 03, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
On January 29, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued an order requiring travelers to wear masks on public conveyances.
The new order put out by the CDC w... Read More
Prescribed Burn Set for Longleaf Pine Preserve February 3.
Tue, Feb 02, 2021
Written Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
According to a release, with the favorable cooler weather conditions, Volusia County’s Land Management staff will conduct prescribed burns on Wednesday, Feb. 3.
A 30-acre ... Read More
Votran Asking Public to Provide Feedback Through Survey.
Tue, Feb 02, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Votran, Volusia County’s public transportation service, is working on some significant updates to its transit development plan or the TDP.
The TDP is a 10-year strategi... Read More
COVID-19 Vaccination Event at Volusia County Fairgrounds
Mon, Feb 01, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
According to a release, the County and Volusia working with the Florida Department of Health in Volusia County will be hosting a COVID-19 vaccinations event for individuals 65 years ol... Read More
Volusia County Schools Welcomes Back Superintendent Dr. Fritz.
Mon, Feb 01, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Dr. Scott Fritz, Superintendent for Volusia County Schools, returned to his position Monday, February 1, following a medical leave. Dr. Fritz is ready to lead Volusia County Sc... Read More
Daytona Beach Man Arrested After Stabbing, Wounding Father.
Mon, Feb 01, 2021
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
A Daytona Beach Man is recovering from stab wounds he suffered while trying to prevent his adult son from injuring himself with a knife.
According to reports from Volusia Cou... Read More
