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⭐ Felony Animal Cruelty Charges Filed After Neglected Horses Seized in Volusia
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04 Mar
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Felony Animal Cruelty Charges Filed After Neglected Horses Seized in Volusia
Volusia County Sheriff
Volusia County Sheriff’s deputies rescued three neglected horses and arrested their owner on felony animal cruelty charges after an investigation that began in December 2024. Authorities initially responded to a DeLeon Springs property after receiving complaints about an underweight horse. The owner claimed medical care was being arranged, but an appointment was later canceled, and the horse’s condition worsened.
By January 30, deputies located and seized the horses from properties in Seville and Pierson. Veterinary assessments confirmed malnutrition, overgrown hooves, and untreated infections, with one horse in particularly dire condition. Despite the opportunity to surrender the animals, the owner refused.
Following an arrest warrant, deputies took her into custody on February 7. She faces multiple felony charges for failing to provide basic care. The rescued horses are now being rehabilitated at a rescue facility, and authorities continue their investigation into the case.
Florida Sheriffs Partner with State and Federal Agencies to Strengthen Immigration Measures
Sheriffs from all 67 Florida counties met with Governor Ron DeSantis this week to discuss new initiatives strengthening immigration enforcement at the local level. The measures include the reinstatement of ICE street task forces, allowing deputies to investigate and detain individuals with active deportation warrants, and Florida’s statewide adoption of the 287(g) program, enabling jail personnel to process detainees for deportation.
Federal records show 1.4 million active removal warrants, with 700,000 recently added to law enforcement databases for easier identification. While local agencies are gaining access to immigration enforcement tools, arrests under these warrants remain under federal jurisdiction until training is completed.
Authorities stress that these programs focus on criminal offenders, gang members, and individuals with prior deportation orders, not undocumented individuals without criminal histories. Law enforcement officials have hailed the changes as long-overdue, citing the need for stronger coordination between federal, state, and local authorities.
Volusia County Council Strikes Down Measure Allowing Hospitals to Claim Settlements
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The Volusia County Council rejected a proposed ordinance that would have allowed hospitals to place liens on accident victims’ settlement payouts for unpaid medical bills. The measure, which was supported by some nonprofit hospitals and county staff, was defeated 4-3 in a Feb. 18 vote.
Supporters, including Councilman Jake Johansson, argued that without such liens, unpaid medical costs fall on taxpayers. Opponents, including Chair Jeff Brower and Councilman Don Dempsey, questioned whether nonprofit hospitals like AdventHealth and Halifax Health truly needed the additional revenue, citing high executive salaries and profit margins.
Concerns also arose over how settlement funds would be divided, as some feared accident victims could be left without resources for post-hospital recovery. A local chiropractor warned that prioritizing hospital payments would hurt smaller medical providers.
Despite the ordinance’s failure, discussions on medical liens are expected to continue as hospitals seek ways to recover outstanding patient bills.
Source: See Full Story at Hometown News
Andrea Ott’s Salty Beach Charcuterie Boards
Serving custom made charcuterie boards for families, gatherings, events, and more.
Andrea Ott
Salty Beach Charcuterie Boards owner and Ormond Beach resident Andrea Ott, is a 30 year Registered Nurse with the love of entertaining, cooking, and creating wonderful memories for her clients through food. Due to busy schedules, Andrea began creating these delicious works of art for her friends and family, at gatherings normally held at her home. This blossomed into the creation of Salty Beach Charcuterie Boards, so she can share her love with others in the greater Volusia and Flagler County areas.
Andrea Ott
Salty Beach Charcuterie Boards provides a unique and affordable solution to feeding small or large crowds with our no-fuss fancy feasting mentality. We don't want our customers to just graze, we want them to create an opportunity for social gatherings. We work with you directly to make your order perfect every time. Our hand-crafted and personal trays, boxes, platters, and tables are perfect for every day or making an impression at all social events, including a quiet date, birthday party, holiday, sporting event, business luncheon, wedding reception, and every event in between. The grazing style of eating provides you and your guests with a diverse meal plan that meets the individual needs and wants of every personal palate and diet, including those who may have special health and diet needs.
Andrea Ott
We're pleased to contribute to our community through various sponsorships and events. As a "Megaphone" sponsor for Seabreeze High School Cheer, we provide healthy snack options to athletes during games, practices, and competitions. Our community involvement extends beyond sports, as we have also participated in the Ormond Beach Police Department's "National Night Out" event at the Casements and sponsored the Seabreeze High School Future Farmers of America (FFA). Additionally, we are members of the Ormond Beach Historical Society, showing a deep commitment to local heritage.
Looking ahead, Salty Beach Charcuterie Boards aims to expand their offerings. Andrea envisions serving her expertly crafted charcuterie with a selection of fine wines in a relaxed environment.
If you’d like to book an event with Salty Beach Charcuterie Boards you can see more information at their website http://www.saltybeachcharcuterieboards.com, their Facebook Page or contact Andrea directly at 517-285-2894 or by email.
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Ormond Beach Environmental Discovery Center, 601 Division Ave, Ormond BeachEvent: The Tech Tutor, 10:30 – 11:30 AM
Ormond In The Pines Senior Living, 101 Clyde Morris Blvd, Ormond BeachEvent: Semi-Private Training: 1 Day, 12 – 2 PM
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Ocean Art Gallery, 197 E Granada Blvd, Ormond BeachEvent: Harley-Davidson & Renegade Babes Women's Ride-In, 3 – 8 PM
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The Ormond Beach Garden Club meets every 1st Wednesday fromEvent: Site Plan Review Committee, 9:00 AM
10X Ormond Beach Apartments, 600 Crowne Commerce Ct, Ormond BeachEvent: Broken Spoke Saloon, 2:30 PM
Broken Spoke Saloon, 1151 US-1, Ormond BeachEvent: Mixed Media Night Light or Suncatcher Class, 4:00 – 6:00 PM
The Salty Mermaid, 1546 - 1548 Ocean Shore Blvd, Ormond BeachEvent: BEACHSIDE MUSIC, 6:30 PM
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Saints & Sinners Pub, 1635 US-1, Ormond BeachEvent: Highway To Hell at Iron Horse Saloon - Daytona, 2:00 AM
Iron Horse Saloon, 1068 US-1, Ormond BeachEvent: 84th annual Bike Week - Second Weekend
1637 US-1, Ormond BeachEvent: Daytona Beach Bike Week
Corbin Pacific Inc, 1433 US-1, Ormond BeachEvent: Mardi Gras & Bike Week — River Grille
RiverGrille on the Tomoka, 950 US-1, Ormond BeachEvent: Bike Week at the Boot Hill Outpost
1089 US-1, Ormond BeachEvent: Watercolor Workshop with artist Bibi Gromling
Ocean Art Gallery, 197 E Granada Blvd, Ormond BeachThu Mar 6
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Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S Beach St, Ormond BeachEvent: Semi-Private Training: 1 Day, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Ormond Beach Sports Complex, 700 Hull Rd, Ormond BeachEvent: BedRock "80’s Hairband Rock Experience" Bike Week, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Saints & Sinners Pub, 1635 US-1, Ormond BeachEvent: MSTA Bike Week Lunch, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
RiverGrille on the Tomoka, 950 US-1, Ormond BeachEvent: Another Day In Paradise, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Hang Dawg Saloon, 1065 US-1, Ormond BeachEvent: BEACHSIDE, 6:00 PM
Beachside, 790 S Atlantic Ave, Ormond BeachEvent: FBCA Varsity Baseball @ CCA, 5:00 PM – 6:45 PM
Calvary Christian Academy Athletic Department, 1681 W Granada Blvd, Ormond BeachEvent: Hairball, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Broken Spoke Saloon, 1151 US-1, Ormond BeachEvent: Trivia Night at Kava Kula, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Kava Kula Kava Bar & Lounge, 142 E Granada Blvd #213/214, Ormond BeachEvent: Iron Horse Saloon – bobbyfriss.com, 10:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Iron Horse Saloon, 1068 US-1, Ormond BeachEvent: Mardi Gras & Bike Week — River Grille
RiverGrille on the Tomoka, 950 US-1, Ormond BeachEvent: Daytona Beach Bike Week
Corbin Pacific Inc, 1433 US-1, Ormond BeachEvent: Bike Week at the Boot Hill Outpost
1089 US-1, Ormond BeachEvent: 84th Annual Bike Week - Second Weekend
1637 US-1, Ormond BeachEvent: Watercolor Workshop with artist Bibi Gromling
Ocean Art Gallery, 197 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach
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