⭐ Fatal I-95 Accident, Volusia 4th Info, Overdevelopment

Issue #609

02 Jul

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⭐ Fatal I-95 Accident, Volusia 4th Info, Overdevelopment

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🚗 Fatal I-95 Crash in Ormond Beach Kills North Carolina Woman

A tragic collision on I-95 in Ormond Beach has left a 23-year-old woman from Ramseur, North Carolina, dead after her SUV rear-ended a box truck on Monday afternoon. The Florida Highway Patrol reports the crash occurred at 1:42 p.m. near mile marker 272, just south of the U.S. 1 exit. The SUV, driven by a 24-year-old man from Asheboro, was traveling northbound when it swerved toward the outside shoulder and hit a merging box truck driven by a Palm Coast man.

The woman, a passenger in the SUV, was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver sustained minor injuries and was transported to a hospital. A third vehicle, driven by an 86-year-old Palm Coast woman, struck debris while trying to avoid the crash but was uninjured. The cause remains under investigation.

FHP continues to piece together what led to the sudden lane change that ended in tragedy.

🎆 Volusia County Preps for Fourth of July with Beach Rules and Holiday Hours

Whether you’re planning a beach day or just trying to figure out when to take out the trash, Volusia County has your Independence Day covered. County offices will be closed Friday, July 4, but key services like solid waste pickup in unincorporated areas remain on schedule—just have those bins out by 6 a.m.

Tomoka Landfill and the West Volusia Transfer Station will be open with holiday hours, but administrative solid waste offices will be closed until July 7. Meanwhile, Votran will run a limited Sunday schedule on select routes, and the library system will close early July 3 and remain shut on the Fourth.

If your celebration includes a beach trip, download the Volusia Beaches app for real-time access updates, and remember: fireworks are strictly banned on county beaches to protect wildlife and other beachgoers.

🏘️ Concerned About Overdevelopment? One City Defies State Law with Development Moratorium

In a bold move that could spark legal fireworks of its own, the Deltona City Commission voted to enact a residential development moratorium—despite a brand-new state law designed to prevent just that. Senate Bill 180, signed June 26, aims to streamline disaster recovery and restricts local control over development. But Deltona officials argue their flooding issues and infrastructure concerns demand immediate action.

The city’s decision has already prompted a pre-suit notice from developers, and opinions on the commission are split. District 4 Commissioner Dori Howington supports the move, citing unresolved stormwater problems. Mayor Santiago Avila Jr., however, warns this could hurt Deltona's relationship with Tallahassee and drain taxpayer dollars.

The commission plans to address the potential lawsuit at its July 7 meeting. For now, the city's development pause remains in place—and the political drama is far from over.

Source: MyNews13.com

🌧️ Tropical Disturbance Could Dampen Florida’s Holiday Weekend

As Floridians prepare to celebrate the Fourth, Mother Nature has plans of her own. A disorganized tropical disturbance in the eastern Gulf is bringing increased rain chances through the weekend. While it’s not expected to strengthen significantly, it could linger off the coast and bring 2-4 inches of rain to much of the state.

Fortunately, any potential tropical development is likely to remain weak due to dry air and wind shear. Still, localized flooding is possible in low-lying areas, and beachgoers should be cautious.

While July typically isn’t a busy month for hurricanes, this is your reminder that we’re in the thick of hurricane season. Keep an umbrella handy—and maybe don’t light that sky rocket near a soggy sand dune.

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   Wed Jul 2

  • Ormond By The Sea Lions Club Meeting, 6:30 PM,
    Alfies Restaurant, 1666 Ocean Shore Blvd., Ormond Beach
    All Are Welcome!  More info at (386) 441-4421

  • Event: 🎶 Stephen Marley, 6:00 – 7:30 PM
    The Pavilion at Destination Daytona, 1651 US-1, Ormond Beach, FL
    Live reggae performance by Stephen Marley in an open-air venue.

  • Event: 🍻 Summer Meeting, 6 PM
    Ormond Brewing Company, 301 Division Ave UNIT 15, Ormond Beach, FL
    A casual gathering at a local brewery with drinks and networking.

  • Event: 🌊 Business After Hours - Sea Dreams by Sara!, 4:30 – 6:30 PM
    Sea Dreams by Sara, 398 S Atlantic Ave, Ormond Beach, FL
    A networking mixer hosted at a coastal boutique.

  • Event: 🚐 FLOW (Florida Licensing On Wheels), 10 AM
    Ormond Beach City Hall, 22 S Beach St, Ormond Beach, FL
    A mobile DMV service for license and ID needs.

  • Event: 🛣️ Site Plan Review Committee, 9 AM
    Ormond Scenic Loop & Trail, Ormond Beach, FL
    A planning meeting for reviewing development proposals.

  • Event: 🏋️ Private Training: 1 Day, 10 AM – 12 PM
    Ormond Beach Sports Complex, 700 Hull Rd, Ormond Beach, FL
    Individualized sports training session.

  • Event: 💃 DANCE FITNESS and BURLESQUE,CHAIR & HEELS Dance, 7 – 9 PM
    JJ's Dance Fusion, 298 S Nova Rd STE D, Ormond Beach, FL
    Energetic dance workout blending fitness and burlesque styles.

  • Event: 🎱 Wednesday is BINGO Night at Kava Kula, 7 – 11 PM
    Kava Kula Kava Bar & Lounge, 142 E Granada Blvd #213/214, Ormond Beach, FL
    Fun-filled evening of bingo with drinks and socializing.

 Thu Jul 3

  • Event: 🎉Parking Lot Party!, 11 PM
    746 S Atlantic Ave, Ormond Beach, FL
    Celebrate Independence Day with a late-night party in the lot—music, fun, and festive vibes!

  • Event: 🥕Ormond Beach Farmer's Market, 8 AM – 1 PM
    Ormond Beach City Hall, 22 S Beach St, Ormond Beach, FL
    Local produce, artisanal goods, and community connections await at this charming market.

  • Event: 🏳️‍🌈Daytona Pride Meet & Greet, 6 – 8 PM
    Drunken Duck Brewing Company, 101 2nd St Unit 401, Holly Hill, FL
    Mingle and connect with the local LGBTQ+ community at this welcoming meet & greet.

  • Event: 🎷BEACHSIDE, 6:30 PM
    Salty D’s Beachside, 790 S Atlantic Ave, Ormond Beach, FL
    Enjoy live music and laid-back vibes by the ocean.

  • Event: 🤓Trivia Night at Kava Kula, 8 – 10 PM
    Kava Kula Kava Bar & Lounge, 142 E Granada Blvd #213/214, Ormond Beach, FL
    Flex your brainpower at this lively trivia night with drinks and laughs.

  • Event: 🖼️Third Thursday Docent Tour
    Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach
    Explore art and nature on a guided tour through the museum and gardens.

  • Event: 🌊Business After Hours - Sea Dreams by Sara!, 4:30 – 6:30 PM, Jul 9
    Sea Dreams by Sara, 398 S Atlantic Ave, Ormond Beach, FL
    Network with local professionals in a breezy beachside setting.

  • Event: 🧩Creative Clues & Code: A Week of Puzzles, Patterns..., Jul 21 – 24
    1089 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL
    A fun and educational week filled with puzzles and coding challenges for young minds.

 Fri Jul 4

  • Event: 🎸RedLine ROCKS 4th of July at The World Famous Iron Horse, 5 PM
    Iron Horse Saloon, 1068 US-1, Ormond Beach
    Live rock music celebration for Independence Day at a legendary biker bar.

  • Event: 🎆Independence Day Celebration, 8 PM
    Rockefeller Gardens, 25 Riverside Dr, Ormond Beach
    Fireworks and festivities to celebrate the Fourth of July in a scenic riverside park.

  • Event: 🐾Fiery Flash class on 4 of July for K9s for Warriors, 12 PM
    180 S Yonge St, Ormond Beach
    Special fitness class supporting service dogs for veterans.

  • Event: 🌅BEACHSIDE, 6:30 PM
    Salty D’s Beachside, 790 S Atlantic Ave, Ormond Beach
    Live entertainment and beachside vibes to ring in the Fourth.

  • Event: 🏋️‍♂️Private Training: 1 Day, 10 AM – 12 PM
    Ormond Beach Sports Complex, 700 Hull Rd, Ormond Beach
    Sports training session at the local athletic complex.

  • Event: ☕Café Roberto, 6:30 – 9:00 AM
    beach + vine, 1458 Ocean Shore Blvd, Ormond Beach
    Morning café experience with ocean views and great coffee.

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