⭐ Debris Collection has Begun In Ormond Beach

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16 Oct

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Debris Collection has Begun In Ormond Beach

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Do You Need Help With Storm Damage?

Volusia County residents who were impacted by Hurricane Milton can now apply for federal assistance, as FEMA has officially declared the county a disaster area. This declaration unlocks individual and public assistance, as well as hazard mitigation, to help in recovery.

Residents can submit their applications online at www.disasterassistance.gov, through the FEMA mobile app, or by calling 800-621-3362.

Florida Chamber of Commerce and the Florida Division of Emergency Management activated the Business Damage Assessment Survey in response to Hurricane Milton. Business owners can self-report physical and economic damage caused by Hurricane Milton. Survey responses will allow the state to expedite Hurricane Milton recovery efforts by gathering data and assessing the needs of impacted businesses.

Businesses can complete the survey online by visiting FloridaDisaster.biz and selecting “Hurricane Milton” from the dropdown menu.

The City of Ormond Beach has many disaster recovery resources for Ormond businesses. You can find more information here: OrmondBeach.org/Milton

Mayor Partington Reflects on 20 Years of Service as Ormond Beach Looks to the Future

At the 2024 State of the City address, Ormond Beach officials highlighted economic growth, infrastructure projects, and community resilience, just a week after Hurricane Milton. Mayor Bill Partington underscored the city’s collaborative spirit, crediting partnerships for bringing new businesses and driving key safety initiatives. Notable projects include pedestrian upgrades on State Road A1A and the redesign of the U.S. 1 and I-95 interchange into a "diverging diamond" to reduce traffic accidents. Construction is set for 2027. Plans are also underway for a new police station and emergency operations center.

The event celebrated Partington’s 20 years of service as he prepares to step down and run for the Florida House of Representatives. He was honored by the Ormond Beach Chamber of Commerce with a commemorative clock for his leadership. The election for his successor will be held on November 5, with candidates Susan Persis and Jason Leslie competing for the role.

Flesh-Eating Bacteria Cases Double After Hurricanes Helene, Milton

Florida has seen a surge in Vibrio vulnificus infections, with 37 new cases and four deaths reported since mid-September, following Hurricanes Helene and Milton. This year’s total now stands at 70 cases, compared to 46 in 2023. The bacteria, often called “flesh-eating,” thrives in warm, brackish waters and spreads when storm surges mix polluted floodwaters with coastal areas. Infections occur when contaminated water enters open wounds, leading to severe tissue damage and, in some cases, amputations or death.

Pinellas County has been hardest hit, with other cases reported across Hillsborough, Lee, Pasco, and Charlotte counties. Nationwide, Vibrio vulnificus is responsible for 80,000 illnesses annually, mostly from raw seafood consumption or water exposure. With Florida at risk of surpassing previous records set during Hurricane Ian, health officials are urging residents to avoid saltwater exposure with open wounds and seek medical care at the first sign of infection.

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  • Wed Oct 16

  • Event: LIVE MUSIC @ Grind Gastropub, 6 – 10 PM
    Grind Gastropub & Kona Tiki Bar, 49 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL

  • 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: PLANET HAIRSPRAY AT BIKETOBERFEST, 1 – 5 PM
    Saints & Sinners Pub, 1635 US-1, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: CHIC BUILT CHOPPER SHOW BY SHOVELHEAD COALITION, 12 – 7 PM
    The Other Place, 1040 S Nova Rd, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: Wednesday Karaoke at the OB with HARRYOKE!, 6:30 – 10:30 PM
    Ormond Beach Sports Corner Bar and Grill, 709 S Nova Rd, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: Live Music at Saints & Sinners Pub, 6 – 9 PM
    Saints & Sinners Pub, 1635 US-1, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: City Commission Meeting, 10 PM
    301 S Ridgewood Ave, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: Private Training: 1 Day, 10 AM – 12 PM
    Ormond Beach Sports Complex, 700 Hull Rd, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: Triketoberfest & Biketoberfest, Oct 10 – 19
    Teddy Morse's Daytona Harley-Davidson Dealership and Showroom, 1637 US-1, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: BIKETOBERFEST AT THE IRON HORSE SALOON, 8 – 10 PM
    Iron Horse Saloon, 1068 US-1, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: Leaving The Lights On, All Day
    Ocean Art Gallery, 197 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: Teddy Morse's Destination Daytona Biketoberfest®, All Day
    Teddy Morse's Daytona Harley-Davidson Dealership and Showroom, 1637 US-1, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Thu Oct 17

  • Event: Ormond Beach Farmer's Market, 8 AM – 1 PM
    Ormond Beach City Hall, 22 S Beach St, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: Biketober Fest 2024, Oct 17 – Oct 20
    Iron Horse Saloon, 1068 US-1, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: Biketoberfest® 2024, Oct 17 – Oct 20
    Teddy Morse's Daytona Harley-Davidson Dealership and Showroom, 1637 US-1, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: Family Fall Festival, Oct 17 – Oct 18
    1464 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: Biketoberfest® at the Beaver Bar, Oct 17 – Oct 20
    The Beaver Bar Ormond Beach, 1105 US-1, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: Daytona Beach Motos Oktoberfest Open House, Oct 17 – Oct 20
    430 S Yonge St, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: Biketoberfest All Class Bike Show at Destination Daytona, 10 AM – 3 PM
    Clarion Inn Ormond Beach at Destination Daytona, 1635 US-1, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: Ribbon Cutting - Spark by Hilton!, 4 – 5 PM
    Spark by Hilton Ormond Beach Oceanfront, 205 S Atlantic Ave, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: Godfather of Bass Audio Competition, 6 PM
    Teddy Morse's Daytona Harley-Davidson Dealership and Showroom, 1637 US-1, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: Balanced Harmony: An Evening of Community, 5:15 – 7:15 PM
    BeBalanced Natural Weight Loss Centers, 1185 W Granada Blvd #3, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: Fletcher's Presents Monthly Dueling Pianos, 10 PM
    393 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: Family Fall Paint Night, Oct 17 – Oct 18
    1089 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: Steel Oak Coffee - Pour Over Coffee Course, 10:00 – 11:30 AM
    Steel Oak Coffee, 187 S Yonge St, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: Seahorse Paint Class with Water Soluble Oil, 1 – 3 PM
    The Salty Mermaid, 1546 - 1548 Ocean Shore Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: Trivia Night at Kava Kula, Sep 26 – Oct 24
    Kava Kula Kava Bar & Lounge, 142 E Granada Blvd #213/214, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Fri Oct 18

  • Event: Tru Phonic: Biketoberfest in Ormond Beach, 12 – 4 PM
    Saints & Sinners Pub, 1635 US-1, Ormond Beach, FL

    Event: Fall Festival at the Arboretum, 4 – 8 PM
    Arboretum, 3065 W State Road 40, : Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: LIVE MUSIC @ Grind Gastropub (Ormond Beach), 7 – 11 PM
    Grind Gastropub & Kona Tiki Bar, 49 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: 2024 Ormond Beach Senior Games, Oct 18 – 26
    COA Ormond Beach Senior Center and Neighborhood Dining Site, 351 Andrews St, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: Full Moon & Bonfire Paddle- Ormond, 6:00 – 9:30 PM
    Seabridge Riverfront Park, 3570 John Anderson Dr, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: God Bless America Corn Maze, 6 – 10 PM
    3 Circle Oaks Trail, Ormond Beach, FL

  • Event: Private Training: 1 Day, 10 AM – 12 PM
    Ormond Beach Sports Complex, 700 Hull Rd, Ormond Beach, FL

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