⭐ Diners, Disaster Aid, Gas Trends, and a Beach Mishap

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08 Apr

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⭐ Diners, Disaster Aid, Gas Trends, and a Beach Mishap

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Phoo: Volusia County Sheriff

🚗 Sunbathing Snafu-A Jeep Jolt in Ormond Beach

Coleson Janey, 33, was soaking up rays near Cardinal Drive on Saturday when a Jeep backing into a spot ran him over. The Ocala sunbather suffered a broken forearm and femur, needing a titanium rod after surgery. Awake for the tire-over-head horror, he screamed through the pain as EMTs struggled with a sandy rescue. The 61-year-old driver stayed, earning a careless driving citation. Janey’s aunt questions the charge, but he’s optimistic about recovery. A sunny nap turned nightmare—proof life can shift in a skid.
Source: WESH.com

 🥞 From Cubicles to Pancakes: Ormond Beach Diner Takes Flight

Evgeny Dzyubin and Danielle Armenta traded corporate life for spatula and smiles, opening Ormond Beach Diner at 1460 Ocean Shore Blvd. six months ago. This New-York-style eatery, born from Dzyubin’s restaurant roots and the couple’s shared vision, serves up fresh breakfast classics like eggs Benedict and dinner specials like meatloaf. The decor nods to their journey with whimsical winged pigs—a playful jab at their once-distant dream. Locals have embraced it, even donating license plates to jazz up a blank wall. Open Wednesday through Monday, with dinner on weekends, it’s their “happy place”—and maybe yours too.
Source: Ormond Observer

🤝🏼 Neighbors in Need: COAD Steps Up for Disaster Relief

When Chuck E. Cheese reopened in Port Orange on March 13, it handed $5,000 to Volusia Community Organizations Active in Disaster (COAD). Formed in 2013, this volunteer-driven nonprofit rallies resources for disaster recovery across Volusia County. Think tarping roofs or filling sandbags—practical help from neighbors like co-chairs Frank Bruno and Ray Parkhurst. With members like the Red Cross and monthly meetings at the Emergency Management Operations Center, COAD proves small acts can rebuild big. Want to pitch in? Check their site or call.
Source: Daytona News-Journal

⛽ Pump Puzzles: Gas Up, Oil Down in Florida

Florida drivers felt a pinch last week as gas prices climbed 15 cents to $3.22, settling at $3.19 by Sunday—still higher than a month ago but below last year’s $3.48. Oddly, crude oil prices tanked to under $60 a barrel, the lowest since April 2021. AAA’s Mark Jenkins says this drop, tied to tariff fears and OPEC’s production hike, might ease pump costs soon. Volusia County sits at $3.19, with the panhandle cheapest and south Florida priciest. Relief could be on the horizon—just don’t hold your breath.
Source: NewsDaytonaBeach.com

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NOTE: Event information is gathered from online sources without verification. Readers are advised to check with the venue or other sources to confirm info

 Tue Apr 8

  • Event: UF/IFAS Satellite Plant Clinic - 10:30am - 12n

    Ormond Beach Environmental Center, 601 Division Ave. Ormond Beach
    For addtl info contact Linda Anderson 386-677-3072 (Sep-May)

  • Event: Free Intro to Swing Dance Class, 7PM-7:30PM
    DANCE-OLOGY, Park Plaza, suite 105, 533 North Nova Road Ormond Beach

    Event: Once Upon a Storytime, 10 AM
    The Casements, 25 Riverside Dr, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Watercolor Workshop, 10 AM – 1 PM
    Ocean Art Gallery, 197 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Semi-Private Training (1-day Session), 12 – 2 PM
    Ormond Beach Sports Complex, 700 Hull Rd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: LCA Boys Varsity Soccer @ Riverbend Academy, 4:00 – 5:45 PM
    Riverbend Academy, 2080 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: WCA Varsity Baseball @ CCA, 5:00 – 6:45 PM
    Calvary Christian Academy Athletic Department, 1681 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Vinyasa Flow, 6 – 7 PM
    Sol Wellness Yoga Studio, 725 S Nova Rd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: The Edwards Twins "Final Farewell Tour", 7 – 10 PM
    Ormond Beach Performing Arts, 399 US-1, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Art in Full Bloom — Art Spotlight, Apr 2 – 26
    Art Spotlight, 67 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: OBCS Meeting SM and Cadets, Apr 7 – Apr 8
    760 Airport Rd, Ormond Beach

  Wed Apr 9

  • AARP Chapter 1057, 10 am, at
    Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Ormond Beach, 57 N Halifax Dr, Ormond Beach

    AARP 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.

  • Event: Volusia County Farm Bureau Farmers Market, 7 AM–2 PM
    Volusia Farmer's Market, 3050 E New York Ave, Ormond Beach

  • Event: $5 to Wear Blue (Autism Awareness Month), 8 AM–3 PM
    Calvary Christian Academy Preschool, 1681 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Spring Bird Walks with Joan Tague - April 2025, 8–10 AM
    Ormond Beach Environmental Discovery Center, 601 Division Ave, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Chamber of Commerce, Leadership Ormond Beach, 8:30 AM
    Ormond Beach City Hall, 22 S Beach St, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Site Plan Review Committee, 9 AM
    10X Ormond Beach Apartments, 600 Crowne Commerce Ct, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Gardening Florida Style, 10 AM–12 PM
    Ormond Beach Environmental Discovery Center, 601 Division Ave, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Semi-Private Training (1-day Session 2pm-4pm), 12–2 PM
    Ormond Beach Sports Complex, 700 Hull Rd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Authentic Gemstone Jewelry Class, 1–3 PM
    The Salty Mermaid, 1546 - 1548 Ocean Shore Blvd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Florida State Poets Assoc, Tomoka Poets Meeting, 4 PM
    30 S Beach St, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Business After Hours - Moore Outdoor Living & C.M..., 4:30–6:30 PM
    Moore Outdoor Living, 1141 US-1, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Leisure Services Advisory Board Meeting, 5:30 PM
    Ormond Beach Performing Arts, 399 US-1, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Bridge4Hope Grief Support Group – In Person Only, 7:30–9:00 PM
    Volusia Recovery Alliance, 454 S Yonge St unit a, Ormond Beach

  • 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

  • Event: Wednesday is BINGO Night at Kava Kula, 8–10 PM
    Kava Kula Kava Bar & Lounge, 142 E Granada Blvd #213/214, Ormond Beach

    Thu Apr 10

  • Event: Ormond Beach Farmers Market, 8 AM – 1 PM
    David Hood Plaza, 22 S Beach St, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Halifax Genealogical Society Presentation, 1;:30PM-3:30PM
    Ormond Beach Public Library, 30 Beach Street, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Semi-Private Training (1-day Session 2pm-4pm), 12 – 2 PM
    Ormond Beach Sports Complex, 700 Hull Rd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Big Beautiful Birds of the Loop, 5:30 – 6:30 PM
    Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S Beach St, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Tila Bracelet Set (3) - Jewelry Class, 5:30 – 7:30 PM
    The Salty Mermaid, 1546 - 1548 Ocean Shore Blvd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: A Window Between Worlds – In Person Only, 7:30 – 9:00 PM Volusia Recovery Alliance, 454 S Yonge St unit a, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Ribbon Cutting - Beachside Cafe!, 8 – 9 PM
    Beachside Cafe, 1350 Ocean Shore Blvd, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Trivia Night at Kava Kula, 8 – 10 PM
    Kava Kula Kava Bar & Lounge, 142 E Granada Blvd #213/214, Ormond Beach

  • Event: Third Thursday Docent Tour
    Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach

NOTE: Event information is gathered from online sources without verification. Readers are advised to check with the venue or other sources to confirm info.

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