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⭐Five Charter Amendments Head to Voters, and Volusia EMS Earns a Gold Award for Cardiac Care

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10 May

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The History of Mother's Day

Mother's Day as Americans know it today traces its roots to the early twentieth century, though honoring mothers stretches back far longer in human history. Ancient Greeks and Romans held spring festivals celebrating mother goddesses, and the British tradition of "Mothering Sunday" — observed on the fourth Sunday of Lent — gave workers a day to return home and visit their mothers.

The modern American holiday, however, owes its existence almost entirely to one determined woman: Anna Jarvis of Grafton, West Virginia. After her mother, Ann Reeves Jarvis, died in 1905, Anna launched a passionate campaign to create a national day honoring mothers. Ann had herself organized "Mothers' Day Work Clubs" during the Civil War to care for wounded soldiers on both sides of the conflict, and her daughter believed her selfless spirit deserved lasting recognition.

In 1908, Anna held the first official Mother's Day celebration at a Methodist church in Grafton. She lobbied tirelessly — writing letters to politicians, businessmen, and clergy — until President Woodrow Wilson signed a proclamation in 1914 making the second Sunday in May a national holiday.

Yet the story takes a bittersweet turn. Jarvis grew deeply dismayed as florists, greeting card companies, and candy makers quickly commercialized her creation. She spent her later years actively protesting the holiday she had worked so hard to establish, calling it a "Hallmark holiday" that had betrayed its original spirit of heartfelt, personal tribute.

Today, Mother's Day is one of the most widely observed holidays in the United States and is celebrated in some form in countries across the globe — a testament to the universal human impulse to honor the women who raised us.

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📋Volusia County voters will have five proposed charter amendments on the November ballot, following the Charter Review Commission's adoption of its final report in April. The County Council's role at this stage is limited to holding public hearings — the amendments themselves are fixed and will go to voters as written. Three hearings are scheduled: May 19, June 2, and June 16 at the Thomas C. Kelly Administration Center in DeLand. The full report is at volusia.org/chartercommission.

The five proposed charter amendments

  • Council structure & term limits: Establishes five district members and two at-large members, an annually elected chair chosen from within the council, and stricter term limits.

  • Expense reimbursements: Removes charter restrictions on how council members are reimbursed for work-related travel expenses, both in-county and out-of-county.

  • Constitutional offices update: Brings the charter into alignment with Florida's 2018 Constitutional Amendment 10, which affected various county constitutional offices.

  • Personnel policies: Removes detailed personnel system rules from the charter and shifts that authority to the County Council, to be set by ordinance.

  • Conservation lands registry: Creates a protected registry of conservation properties that cannot be sold or transferred without a majority-plus-one council vote, with exceptions for eminent domain and county use.

The conservation lands amendment is particularly worth noting given last week's unanimous River Bend Ranch acquisition — a formal registry with elevated voting thresholds would give Volusia Forever properties an additional layer of protection against future councils making different choices. Public hearings begin May 19 at 4 p.m. in DeLand.

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🏅Volusia County EMS has received a Gold Award from the American Heart Association through its Mission:Lifeline program — the association's top national recognition for emergency cardiac care. The award reflects how well EMS teams identify and begin treatment for severe heart attacks and strokes in the field, and how effectively they coordinate with hospitals to improve patient outcomes. Volusia EMS earned Bronze in 2024, Silver in 2025, and Gold in 2026 — three consecutive years of improvement at the highest-stakes end of emergency medicine. For anyone who has ever called 911 for a cardiac emergency in this county, this is what that progression means in practice: faster recognition, better coordination, and more lives with a fighting chance. Well earned.

Sources
"Volusia County Charter Review Commission Advances Five Proposed Amendments to County Council" — Volusia County, May 2026
"Volusia County EMS Earns Top Award from American Heart Association for Lifesaving Cardiac Care" — Volusia County, May 8, 2026

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Events for Sunday, May 10, 2026

Ormond Beach

  • Event: 💐Mother's Day Garden Walk, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach
    Spend a quiet Mother's Day morning wandering through the lush, tropical gardens. It's the perfect backdrop for family photos after a local brunch.

  • Event: 🖼️Final Day: Quiet Light by Sara Pedigo, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach
    The last chance to see this evocative solo exhibition. If you're looking for a peaceful indoor activity, these paintings of domestic light and space are a serene choice.

Holly Hill

  • Event: 🧺Holly Hill Riverside Market, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Sunrise Park, 1135 Riverside Dr, Holly Hill
    Pick up fresh local produce, artisanal crafts, and baked goods at this scenic Sunday market along the Halifax River.

  • Event: 🏓MetroHealth Super Seniors: Men's Doubles Finals, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Pictona at Holly Hill, 1060 Ridgewood Ave, Holly Hill
    The tournament concludes today with the Men's Doubles division. Spectators can catch high-level competition among the 50+ age bracket at this world-class facility.

Daytona Beach

  • Event: 🎸Welcome to Rockville Finale: My Chemical Romance, 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM
    Daytona International Speedway, 1801 W International Blvd, Daytona Beach
    The final day of the massive rock festival. Headliners My Chemical Romance and A Day To Remember lead the closing lineup, which also features Rise Against and Yellowcard.

  • Event: 🥂Mother's Day Oceanfront Brunch, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    The Shores Resort & Spa, 2637 S Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach Shores
    A decadent celebratory brunch buffet featuring gourmet coastal flavors and live music, set right against the Atlantic.

  • Event: ⚾Daytona Tortugas vs. Clearwater Threshers, 1:05 PM
    Jackie Robinson Ballpark, 105 E Orange Ave, Daytona Beach
    Wrap up Mother’s Day with a ballgame at the historic "Jack." Sunday home games are often "Family Fun Days," where kids can run the bases after the final out.

  • Event: 🎤Kickstart Karaoke with Will Hammer, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Hard Rock Hotel (Sessions), 918 N Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach
    If Mom (or you!) wants to be the star of the show, head to the Hard Rock for the final karaoke night of the weekend. It's always a high-energy crowd with great ocean views.

Events for Monday, May 11, 2026

Ormond Beach

  • Event: 🌸Floral Design Study, 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach An immersive workshop focused on the art of floral arrangement. Participants learn techniques for selecting and styling seasonal blooms in a creative, hands-on environment.

  • Event: 🏛️Museum Guild Meeting, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach The monthly gathering for the OMAM Guild. Members meet to discuss upcoming volunteer opportunities, museum fundraisers, and community outreach programs.

  • Event: 🎨Masters of the Italian High Renaissance Lecture, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach Presented by art historian Ruth Grim, this lecture explores the works of legendary masters like Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raphael, focusing on their lasting impact on the art world.

Holly Hill

  • Event: 🏓Open Play Pickleball, 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM Pictona at Holly Hill, 1060 Ridgewood Ave, Holly Hill After a busy tournament weekend, the courts return to regular open play. It's an excellent day for locals to drop in for recreational matches on the premier championship courts.

  • Event: 🧘Online Stretch & Mobility Class, 7:30 PM – 8:00 PM Virtual / Online (Local Instructor) Part of the 2026 Body Revival program, this guided session focuses on functional strength and joint mobility. It’s designed specifically for those looking to reduce stiffness and improve daily movement.

Daytona Beach

  • Event: 🎤Monday Night Jam Session, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Hard Rock Hotel (Sessions), 918 N Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach Unwind after the high-energy Rockville weekend with a relaxed jam session overlooking the ocean. Enjoy a rock-inspired menu and live music in a sophisticated beachfront setting.

  • Event: 🍹Service Industry Night, 9:00 PM – Close Ocean Deck Restaurant & Beach Club, 127 S Ocean Ave, Daytona Beach A favorite local tradition for hospitality workers to relax after a busy weekend of festivals. Features drink specials and live music right on the sand.

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