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⭐ Avalon Park Moves Forward Despite Environmental Criticism
Issue #355
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21 Oct
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Avalon Park Moves Forward Despite Environmental Criticism
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The developer behind Avalon Park Daytona Beach, a large-scale residential and mixed-use project west of Interstate 95, has outlined road plans intended to alleviate traffic in the area. The plan includes extending Hand Avenue and Tomoka Farms Road, with Volusia County funding two key bridges. While the Daytona Beach City Commission and Volusia County Council have approved the agreements, opposition has surfaced over environmental concerns and taxpayer costs. Council Chair Jeff Brower voiced his reservations, particularly regarding the impact on wetlands. The developer countered that the proposed routes would minimize environmental damage, backed by a conservation plan. Construction will be phased over several years, with the first phase slated for 2025, ultimately including nearly 8,000 homes and extensive commercial space.
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Debate Heats Up as Volusia County Mulls Charter Amendment on Growth Limits
The Volusia County Council is considering limiting urban growth into rural areas, possibly through a charter amendment in 2026. County Chair Jeff Brower supports the move, aiming to prevent sprawl, while the Volusia County Farm Bureau opposes it, fearing negative impacts on property values. Advocates argue that rural boundaries could help address flooding and development issues. The council is also discussing stricter environmental and development standards to manage growth. Further steps include mapping undeveloped areas and the potential appointment of a Charter Review Commission to review county laws. See More Here
Ormond Beach Honors Local Leaders for Community Engagement
At the 2024 Ormond Beach State of the City address, Mayor Bill Partington presented the Award for Citizen Engagement to four individuals and one family for their contributions to the community. Florida’s Secretary of Transportation Jared Perdue was honored for securing infrastructure funding, while Eva Connors McMullin was recognized for her business advocacy and opposition to the Belvedere fuel farm. Billie Jo Kaler received an award for her leadership in business and education, and the Penland family was acknowledged for their environmental conservation efforts. Charlie Lydecker was celebrated for his involvement in community projects, with Rich Cooper accepting the award on his behalf.
Kangaroo on the Loose in Pierson: Here’s How to Handle an Encounter
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A loose kangaroo has been spotted in Pierson, Florida, sparking concerns about safety. While kangaroos are native to Australia, they can grow up to 7 feet tall and be dangerous if provoked, with sharp claws and powerful kicks. If you encounter the kangaroo, authorities advise backing away slowly, avoiding eye contact, and appearing smaller by keeping your arms close. If attacked, drop to the ground and remain still. The Volusia County Sheriff's Office is tracking the kangaroo and encourages residents to report any sightings.
Killer43 Years Later, Genetic Genealogy Identifies Victim of Notorious Serial Killer
Volusia County Sheriff
Pamela Kay Wittman, a victim of Daytona Beach-area serial killer Gerald Stano, has been identified 43 years after her death thanks to genetic genealogy, Volusia County officials announced. Wittman’s remains were discovered in 1980 near Interstate 95, but her identity had remained a mystery. FHD Forensics, with funding from the nonprofit Genealogy for Justice, confirmed her name, providing closure to her family. Wittman, who was 25 at the time, was one of many women killed by Stano, who was executed in 1998. A memorial marker has been placed at the site where her body was found.
42 BC - Marcus Junius Brutus, one of Julius Caesar's assassins, commits suicide after his defeat at the Second Battle of Philippi.
1707 - The first Parliament of Great Britain meets following the Acts of Union between England and Scotland.
1812 - Claude François de Malet, a French general, begins a conspiracy to overthrow Napoleon Bonaparte, claiming that the Emperor had died in Russia.
1861 - President Abraham Lincoln suspends the writ of habeas corpus in Washington, D.C. for all military-related cases.
1915 - Around 25,000 women march in New York City demanding the right to vote.
1929 - The first North American transcontinental air service begins between New York City and Los Angeles.
1942 - The Second Battle of El Alamein begins in Egypt between British and Axis forces.
1946 - The United Nations General Assembly holds its first meeting in New York City.
1956 - The Hungarian Revolution begins with peaceful student demonstrations in Budapest.
1958 - The Smurfs comic characters first appear in the Belgian magazine "Spirou."
1973 - President Richard Nixon agrees to turn over White House tape recordings to Watergate investigators.
1983 - A suicide bomber kills 241 U.S. Marines in Beirut, Lebanon.
1989 - The Hungarian Republic is officially declared, replacing the communist Hungarian People's Republic.
2001 - Apple releases the iPod, revolutionizing portable music players.
2011 - A powerful 7.2 magnitude earthquake strikes eastern Turkey, killing over 600 people.
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Mon Oct 21
Event: Lysa TerKeurst, 7 PM
Calvary Christian Center, 1687 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Lysa TerKeurst & Natalie Grant, 7 PM
Calvary Christian Center, 1687 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Natalie Grant: Trust Again Tour, 7 – 11 PM
Calvary Christian Center, 1687 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Monday Karaoke at Grind Gastropub, 6 – 10 PM
Grind Gastropub & Kona Tiki Bar, 49 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Private Training: 1 Day, 10 AM – 12 PM
Ormond Beach Sports Complex, 700 Hull Rd, Ormond Beach, FLTue Oct 22
Event: Networking Group 1, 7:30 – 8:30 AM
Ormond Beach Chamber of Commerce, 165 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Gemstone Jewelry Class - 10/22, 2 – 4 PM
The Salty Mermaid, 1546 - 1548 Ocean Shore Blvd, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Special Magistrate Rental Program Meeting, 1 PM
301 S Ridgewood Ave, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Parent/Teacher Conferences — Calvary Christian Academy, 3:30 – 6:30 PM
Calvary Christian Academy Athletic Department, 1681 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Ormond Garage – Ormond Beach, 8 PM
Ormond Garage, 48 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FLWed Oct 23
Event: $5 to Wear Pink (Breast Cancer Awareness Month), 8 AM – 3 PM
1681 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: OMAM's Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon & Guild, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Veterans Creative Expressions Workshop: Words, 11 AM – 12 PM
Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Sea Glass Tree Class, 1 PM – 4 PM
The Salty Mermaid, 1546 - 1548 Ocean Shore Blvd, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Breathwork - Free Weekly Class, Oct 23 – Oct 30
Easy Does It Club, 266 N Yonge St Suite B, Ormond Beach, FLEvent: Open Mic Event, Sep 25 – Oct 25
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