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⭐ Volusia County Veteran Services Director Retires After Seven Years of Advocacy
Issue #434
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08 Jan
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Volusia County Veteran Services Director Retires After Seven Years of Advocacy
L-R Bob Watson, Sen. Tom Wright - Screenshot Courtesy Volusia County
Bob Watson, a retired U.S. Marine Corps veteran and director of Volusia County Veteran Services, retired on Jan. 3 after seven years of service. Honored at a ceremony in DeLand’s Veterans Plaza, Watson was recognized for his contributions to the county’s veteran community. The event, attended by local officials and Florida Sen. Tom Wright, included the presentation of a quilt from Quilts of Valor, an organization that honors veterans nationwide.
During his tenure, Watson was instrumental in expanding access to benefits and services for local veterans. County officials credited him with helping double the number of veterans served annually. Watson’s commitment to addressing the needs of Volusia County’s veteran population left a lasting legacy, reflecting his dedication both as a military service member and public servant.
Frigid Week Ahead for Volusia and Flagler Counties
Frigid temperatures gripped Volusia and Flagler counties Tuesday morning, with Daytona Beach reporting a low of 38 degrees and a wind chill of 30. Other localities, including Ormond Beach and Palm Coast, experienced similarly chilly conditions, with wind chills in the low 30s.
The cold snap is expected to linger through the week, with the National Weather Service forecasting below-average temperatures and overnight lows ranging from the mid-30s to 40 degrees. Wind chill values are likely to dip into the upper 20s to low 30s, particularly on Thursday morning.
Patchy frost is forecast inland and north of I-4 each morning through Friday, while extended forecasts suggest the cold could persist into next week. Beachgoers are also advised to stay vigilant, as rip currents and strong longshore currents pose risks along Central Florida’s Atlantic coast.
It Can Be Done-Edgewater Votes to Suspend Development, Focus on Flooding Solutions
The Edgewater City Council approved a temporary development moratorium to address ongoing flooding issues, voting 3-1 after an emotionally charged meeting on Tuesday. Mayor Diezel DePew, who backed the measure, described it as a necessary step to give the city breathing room to reevaluate its stormwater infrastructure and regulations. The moratorium took effect immediately, along with a unanimous vote to pause building permits in flood-prone Florida Shores.
Councilwoman Debbie Dolbow opposed the plan, citing concerns about its financial implications, including potential tax increases. Residents, many wearing “Make Edgewater dry again” shirts, shared harrowing stories of repeated flood damage, urging the council to act decisively.
The city is awaiting the completion of a stormwater master plan by Jones Edmunds and Associates, which will provide recommendations for improving its infrastructure. Volusia County Council is set to discuss a broader residential development moratorium on Jan. 14.
Juan Nicolás Ramos Ramirez, 24, of Ormond Beach, passed away on December 29, 2024
Peter Michael Tydir 75, of Daytona Beach, passed away on December 14th, 2024. See extended obituary here
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Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Ormond Beach, 57 N Halifax Dr, Ormond BeachAARP Chapters offer opportunities to connect with other AARP members. Join to meet new people, give back and have fun! Activities can include meals, outings, and community service as a major priority.
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O.B. Environmental Discovery Center , 601 Division Ave, Ormond Beach
Topics change monthly. For add’l info contact Irene Herring 386-295-0618. (Sep-May)Event: Leisure Services Advisory Board Meeting, 5:30 PM
Ormond Beach Performing Arts, 399 US-1, Ormond BeachEvent: Business After Hours - Med Spa of Ormond Beach!, 9:30 – 11:30 PM
189 E Granada Blvd, Ormond BeachEvent: Wednesday Karaoke at the OB with HARRYOKE!, 6:30 – 10:30 PM
Ormond Beach Sports Corner Bar and Grill, 709 S Nova Rd, Ormond BeachEvent: 30 Day Sugar Detox, 7:00 – 8:30 PM
Horizon House Yoga, 400 Parque Dr suite 8, Ormond BeachEvent: Women's South Atlantic Amateur Golf Championship, January 8 – January 11
Oceanside Country Club, 75 N Halifax Dr, Ormond BeachEvent: Bridge4Hope Grief Support Group – In Person Only, 7:30 – 9:00 PM
Volusia Recovery Alliance, 454 S Yonge St unit a, Ormond BeachEvent: Florida State Poets Assoc, Tomoka Poets Meeting, 5:00 PM
30 S Beach St, Ormond BeachThu Jan 9
Event: Ormond Beach Farmer's Market, 8 AM – 1 PM
22 S Beach St, Ormond BeachEvent: Finance Committee, 8 – 9 AM
Ormond Beach Chamber of Commerce, 165 W Granada Blvd, Ormond BeachEvent: Turf Talks, 10:24 – 11:30 AM
Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S Beach St, Ormond BeachEvent: Semi-Private Training (1-day Session 12 PM – 2 PM)
Ormond Beach Sports Complex, 700 Hull Rd, Ormond BeachEvent: Women's South Atlantic Amateur Golf Championship, All Day
Oceanside Country Club, 75 N Halifax Dr, Ormond BeachEvent: Whispers from Beyond - January 9th, 2025, All Day
The Karma Castle, 1437 N US-1 STE C8, Ormond BeachEvent: A Window Between Worlds – In Person Only, 7:30 – 9:00 PM
Volusia Recovery Alliance, 454 S Yonge St unit A, Ormond BeachEvent: Mastering Alchemy - An Advanced Spiritual Practice, 7:00 – 8:30 PM
Horizon House Yoga, 400 Parque Dr suite 8, Ormond BeachEvent: WCA Boys Varsity Basketball @ CCA, 6:00 – 7:15 PM
Calvary Christian Academy Athletic Department, 1681 W Granada Blvd, Ormond BeachFri Jan 10
Event: Starry, Starry Night, 6 PM
77 W Granada Blvd, Ormond BeachEvent: Crashrocket Live at Saints and Sinners Pub, 6 – 10 PM
Saints & Sinners Pub, 1635 US-1, Ormond BeachEvent: Steeln' Peaches - An Allman Brothers Revue, 10 AM
Steel Oak Coffee, 187 S Yonge St, Ormond BeachEvent: Friday Karaoke at the OB with HARRYOKE!, 6:30 – 10:30 PM
Ormond Beach Sports Corner Bar and Grill, 709 S Nova Rd, Ormond BeachEvent: Cocoon Sound Bath Meditation Journey, 5 – 6 PM
Fluid Form Studio, 290 N Nova Rd, Ormond BeachEvent: Crashing Waves - Water-Soluble Oil Painting Class, 1 – 3 PM
The Salty Mermaid, 1546 - 1548 Ocean Shore Blvd, Ormond BeachEvent: Women's South Atlantic Amateur Golf Championship, All Day
Oceanside Country Club, 75 N Halifax Dr, Ormond BeachEvent: Jimmy Ali - Live Friday's at "The Grind", 9 – 11:59 PM
Grind Gastropub & Kona Tiki Bar, 49 W Granada Blvd, Ormond BeachEvent: Fletcher’s Irish Pub & Brewery, 8:30 PM
Fletcher's Brewery, 745 Ridgewood Ave, Holly Hill
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