June 2020 Blog Archive
County’s Flood Insurance Rating Gives Discounts to Residents in Unincorporated Areas.
Tue, Jun 30, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Residents and Businesses in the unincorporated areas of Volusia County will continue to receive a 25% discount on flood insurance policies, due to continued efforts to reduce fl... Read More
There are No COVID -19 Mask Exemption Cards Being Endorsed by the Government.
Mon, Jun 29, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
According to a new blog post from Collen Tressler of the Federal Trade Commission, posts are circulating various social media sites, regarding a special “Medical Exemption Card... Read More
Fatal Shooting in Ormond Beach Currently Under Investigation.
Sat, Jun 27, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
According to a release from the Volusia County Sheriff's Office, detectives are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early this morning in the Ormond Beach area.
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City of Daytona Beach Approves Mandate for Face Masks When Indoors.
Sat, Jun 27, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
City Commissioners for the city of Daytona Beach held a special meeting Friday where they adopted a resolution requiring people working, living, visiting or doing business in t... Read More
Volusia County Government and Chamber Alliance Partner to Provide PPE.
Sat, Jun 27, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
As part of the Relaunch Volusia efforts, county officials are partnering with the Chamber Alliance to purchase Protective Equipment in bulk quantities to assemble approximately 7,000 ... Read More
Volusia County will be Launching Step Up Volusia: Wash Up. Back Up. Mask Up., a New Campaign Monday.
Fri, Jun 26, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communication News
During a press conference held by Volusia County Government, it was announced a new public awareness campaign will be launched Monday, called Step up Volusia: Wash Up. Back-Up. Mask Up... Read More
Volusia County Fire Rescue Warns Residents of Fireworks Safety During Pandemic.
Fri, Jun 26, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
As Independence Day fast approaches, the well-known American tradition of fireworks shows will be in the hands of residents this year. Handling fireworks yourself is dangerous... Read More
Department of Business and Professional Regulations Suspends Alcohol at Florida Bars Effective Immediately.
Fri, Jun 26, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The Department of Business and Professional Regulations has taken to Twitter Friday, stating that "all on-premise consumption of alcohol at bars across the state has been suspended ef... Read More
Tanger Outlets/Tomoka Town Center Service to Begin June 28.
Thu, Jun 25, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Beginning Sunday, June 28, Votran will split its current Route 11 into Routes 11A and 11B.
While 11A will continue to service the traditional route to the Dayton... Read More
Contract Tracing Scams and How to Avoid Them.
Thu, Jun 25, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Shameka L. Walker, an attorney at the FTC, warns consumers of Contact Tracing scams as America is slowly opening its doors once again, after months of stay-at-home orders are... Read More
Ormond Beach Police Department to Host ‘Coffee with a Cop’ July 2.
Wed, Jun 24, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
According to a news release sent out this morning by Ormond Beach Police Department, OBPD is hosting “Coffee with a Cop” Thursday, July 2, from 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.... Read More
Volusia County Public Library Receives $2500 Grant.
Tue, Jun 23, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Florida Humanities awarded a grant to 12 Florida public libraries through Life, Liberty + Libraries, a collaborative grant program in partnership with PBS Books.
The Volusia C... Read More
Florida Department of Health in Volusia County to Distribute Face Coverings to Anyone.
Sat, Jun 20, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Holly Smith, Communications Manager and Government Liaison of the Florida Department of Health here in Volusia County, announced that the FLDOH has been distributing out face covering... Read More
Man Wanted on Felony Battery Warrant, Arrested.
Fri, Jun 19, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
It was previously reported that John William Brandone, 32, was wanted on the previously issued Felony Battery warrant last week.
A news release from the Ormon... Read More
Volusia County Schools High School Graduation Update.
Thu, Jun 18, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
According to a release sent out by Volusia County Schools Thursday, the school board has decided to move forward with graduation rehearsals and ceremonies at the Daytona Beach Ocean Center, Ju... Read More
New Program to Help Local Businesses Acquire PPE Coming to Volusia County.
Thu, Jun 18, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The county is launching a new program to help local businesses acquire personal protective equipment like gloves, face masks, hand sanitizer, sanitary wipes, and thermometers.... Read More
Applications for Relief Funds Dedicated to Home-based Businesses to be Made Available.
Thu, Jun 18, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
County Council has allocated $3 Million in emergency financial support to help home-based businesses.
Based on the allotted funds, 2,000 grants can be awarded on a first-come... Read More
Free COVID-19 Testing Returns to Midtown Area for Two Days Only.
Mon, Jun 15, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The City of Daytona Beach and the Florida Department of Health are teaming up to bring a Free COVID-19 Testing site to return to the Midtown area in Daytona Beach for ... Read More
Aunt Catfish’s on the River to Close Temporarily due to COVID-19 Positive Employee.
Mon, Jun 15, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Early Monday Morning, Aunt Catfish’s on the River, a restaurant in Port Orange took to Facebook announcing its temporary closure due to an employee testing positive for COVID-... Read More
Ormond Beach Police Department Seeking Man Wanted for Felony Battery; Asking for Public’s Help.
Fri, Jun 12, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Have you seen this man?
Ormond Beach Police Department is asking the public for help in looking for a man wanted on a Felony Battery Warrant.
John William Br... Read More
Daytona Beach International Airport Implements Ready to Fly Initiative.
Fri, Jun 12, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Daytona Beach International Airport has taken measures to implement the best practices initiative for the travel industry that provides a safe and healthy environment for trav... Read More
Correctional Officer Arrested by Sheriff Deputies on Child Molestation Charge.
Thu, Jun 11, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News.
Volusia County Sheriff’s Office arrested Correctional Officer, Anthony Checchi of Tomoka Correctional Institution, Tuesday afternoon by members of a Volusia Sheriff’s Of... Read More
Governor DeSantis Announces Plan for Re-opening Schools in the Fall.
Thu, Jun 11, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Governor Ron DeSantis spoke from Melbourne this afternoon, where he announced the plan expecting all schools in the state to re-open in the fall, at full capacity.
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Fraudulent Funders Causing Big Problems for Small Businesses.
Thu, Jun 11, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
In a blog post by Lisa Lake of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), a lawsuit was announced yesterday against Rich Richmond Capital Group, LLC also doing business as Viceroy Capital Fun... Read More
Man Wanted in Armed Robbery of Ormond Beach Publix.
Wed, Jun 10, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Have you seen this man?
In a release sent out by Ormond Beach Police Department, the search is underway for a suspect, who robbed the Publix in Ormond Beach in Ormond ... Read More
“I Can’t Breathe,” Peaceful Protest that was Supposed to be Held Last Week, Re-scheduled for This Thursday.
Tue, Jun 09, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The “I Can’t Breathe,” Peaceful Protest that was scheduled to held last week at City Island, was canceled last week due to inclement weather.
The event has s... Read More
South Beach Street Closed Through June 17 due to Pipe Construction
Mon, Jun 08, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
According to a release put out by the city of Daytona Beach, both the north and southbound lanes on South Beach Street from Loomis Avenue to Marina Point Drive are be closed as crews ... Read More
Chief Craig Capri Releases a Statement on Social Media Threats (Volusia Mall)
Mon, Jun 08, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
The Daytona Beach Police Department (DBPD) along with other law enforcement agencies have had a lot of calls come in recently regarding threats that have been made about our c... Read More
Sheriff’s Office and City of Daytona Beach in Anticipation of Large Crowds Over Weekend, and Possibly Summer.
Fri, Jun 05, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Volusia County Officials held a briefing this afternoon featuring Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood, Daytona Beach Police Chief Craig Capri, and City of Daytona Beach Mayor Derrick ... Read More
Are Children Being Illegally Marketed to by the App’s they Use?
Thu, Jun 04, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communication News
Children love technology and video games, and when they play on today’s technology it is illegal to collect their personal information without parental consent.
A compla... Read More
Summer Kindergarten Readiness Program Offered for Pre-K Students.
Thu, Jun 04, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
According to a press release sent out early Thursday by Volusia County School Officials, Volusia County Schools has partnered with a nonprofit agency, Waterford, to provide fr... Read More
Phase 2 for Florida’s Re-opening scheduled for Friday; Movie Theatres and Bars Allowed to Open.
Wed, Jun 03, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
Governor DeSantis spoke from Universal Studios early Wednesday, where he announced that Florida will be entering Phase 2 of its reopening plan come Friday, June 5.
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ECHO and Volusia Forever Program Renewals to be Left up to Voters in November.
Wed, Jun 03, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
20 years ago, Volusia voters began taxing themselves funding land preservation efforts and Environmental, Cultural, Historical, and Outdoor Recreational facilities in the county. Now ... Read More
Volusia County Council Diversifies the County’s Economy by Welcoming the Aerospace Industry.
Tue, Jun 02, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
A long discussion took place at the Volusia County Council Meeting that hovered around Item 06 on the council’s agenda this morning. An amendment for the future Land-use element... Read More
Volusia County Summer Camp Begins Registration on June 3; Scholarship’s Available.
Mon, Jun 01, 2020
Written by Kristen Schmutz
Belden Communications News
According to a release put out by Volusia County, Summer Camp registration will begin being accepted June 3, and scholarship applications have been made available for eligibl... Read More
