⭐ AIA Seawall, Ian Assists, Jeeps In Town, Snakes Abound

Issue #535

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19 Apr

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⭐ AIA Seawall, Ian Assists, Jeeps In Town, Snakes Abound

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🧱 AIA Seawall Work Surges Forward

Volusia and Flagler counties are making strong strides in coastal defense with buried seawalls along State Road A1A. The Flagler section—stretching from South Central Avenue to just past Highbridge Road—is now structurally complete, pending a few finishing touches like landscaping and walkovers.

Meanwhile, the Ormond-by-the-Sea stretch, between Sunrise Avenue and Marlin Drive, is ahead of schedule. Crews are aiming to complete 80% of its structural piles before hurricane season kicks off on June 1. Concrete capping and dune restoration will follow, with the first beach walkover set to be rebuilt in May.
Source: Ormond Observer

🏚️ Final Call for Hurricane Ian Assistance

Still fixing up after Hurricane Ian? You’ve got until 11:59 p.m. on April 29 to apply for help through Transform386, Volusia County’s recovery initiative backed by federal CDBG-DR funds. The program supports reimbursement and repair efforts—and has already assisted hundreds of homeowners.

So far: 48 projects are done, 102 are underway, and 458 more are in review. This is your chance to catch up before the deadline. And if you were impacted by Hurricane Milton, stay tuned—$133.5 million in fresh aid is coming this summer.
Source: Volusia County

🚙 Jeep Beach Takes Daytona by Storm (Again)

It’s that time again—Jeep Beach 2025 has rolled into Daytona, bringing with it 10 days of trail-rated fun, beachside camaraderie, and big-time charitable giving. More than 25,000 Jeeps and 225,000 visitors are expected, making this one of the world’s biggest Jeep gatherings.

Jeep Beach isn’t just a party—it’s a major fundraiser. The nonprofit behind it has donated over $4.1 million to local causes since 2012. This year’s events include everything from beach parties at the Hard Rock to a massive vendor expo and a “Jeep Sweep” beach cleanup on closing day.

And yes, hotel bookings, beach flags, and even Jeep earrings are part of the vibe.
Source: Daytona News-Journal

🐍 Watch Your Step-Snake Encounters On the Rise

As temps rise, so do slithery sightings. Experts say Central Florida’s housing boom is squeezing snakes out of their habitats and into more human spaces. From Eastern Diamondbacks to Coral Snakes, all six venomous species native to Florida are becoming more active.

Jack Facente, one of only three people in the state who extracts snake venom for research, says education is the antidote to fear. Snakes, he explains, don’t chase humans—they just want to eat, mate, and nap. His venom ends up helping develop treatments for diseases like cancer and dementia.

If you do encounter a snake, resist the urge to kill or handle it. Instead, call Poison Control or 911 in case of a bite. You can also use the SnakeSnap app to identify them from a safe distance.
Source: WESH.com

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  • Sat Apr 19

  • Event: Sink Or Swim 2025, 6 AM – 5 PM
    East Ormond Beach CrossFit, 123 N Orchard St #6b, Ormond Beach, FL
    A fitness competition testing strength and endurance across a variety of CrossFit-style challenges.

  • Event: Donut Dash 5K, 8 AM – 12 PM
    Trails Shopping Center, 298 N Nova Rd, Ormond Beach, FL
    A sweet-themed 5K race where participants earn donuts along the route.

  • Event: Small Group Saturday-LS, 10 AM – 12 PM
    Ormond Beach Sports Complex, 700 Hull Rd, Ormond Beach, FL
    A local sports program offering skill-building activities for kids in small group settings.

  • Event: Florida Noir: Murder, Mystery, and Mayhem, 10 – 11 AM
    Anderson-Price Memorial Building, 42 N Beach St, Ormond Beach, FL
    A dramatic storytelling and lecture event focused on Florida’s dark and twisted history.

  • Event: Hibiscus Apron Painting Class, 11 AM – 1 PM
    The Salty Mermaid, 1546 - 1548 Ocean Shore Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL
    A creative workshop where guests paint tropical hibiscus designs on aprons..

  • Event: Special Needs Egg Hunt, 2:30 PM
    1687 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL
    A family-friendly, inclusive Easter egg hunt event tailored to special needs children.

  • Event: Watercolor Workshop, 1 – 4 PM
    Ocean Art Gallery, 197 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL
    A hands-on class for beginners to experienced artists exploring watercolor techniques.

  • Event: 2 Foot Wooden Surfboard Wall Hanging - Paint Class, 1:30 – 3:30 PM
    The Salty Mermaid, 1546 - 1548 Ocean Shore Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL
    Participants paint custom surfboard wall hangings in a laid-back coastal setting.

  • Event: Steeln' Peaches: Celebrating the Allman Brothers Band, 7 – 11 PM
    Ormond Beach Performing Arts, 399 US-1, Ormond Beach, FL
    A live tribute concert honoring the music and spirit of the Allman Brothers Band.

  • Event: BedRock "80's Hairband Rock Experience" at Saints..., 6 – 10 PM
    Saints & Sinners Pub, 1635 US-1, Ormond Beach, FL
    A high-energy 1980s rock tribute band performing hair metal hits.

  • Event: Saturday Afternoon ROCKS with Bar Fly, 1 – 5 PM
    Saints & Sinners Pub, 1635 US-1, Ormond Beach, FL
    Afternoon rock music with Bar Fly at a lively biker-friendly venue.

  • Event: Michael Jackson Tribute, 8pm
    790 S Atlantic Ave, Ormond Beach, FL
    A weekend-long tribute to the King of Pop featuring iconic hits and performances.

  • Event: Cousins Maine Lobster🦞 at Holly Hill: Copper..., 12pm-8pm
    998 N Beach St, Holly Hill, FL
    The popular food truck serves up fresh Maine lobster rolls and seafood delights.

  • Event: Northern Area Ball
    American Legion Post 120, 461 Walker St, Holly Hill, FL
    A formal evening hosted by the American Legion celebrating local members and veterans.

  • Event: Calvary Easter Outreach — Calvary Christian Academy, 9 – 10 PM
    Calvary Christian Academy Athletic Department, 1681 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL
    A community celebration featuring Easter activities and spiritual outreach for families.

    Sun Apr 20

  • Event: Sunday Semi-Private: FG/KO, 10 AM – 12 PM
    Ormond Beach Sports Complex, 700 Hull Rd, Ormond Beach, FL
    A semi-private training session focusing on functional fitness and knockout drills.

  • Event: 2025 Mayor's Health & Fitness Challenge, ongoing
    South Ormond Neighborhood Center and Park, 176 Division Ave, Ormond Beach, FL
    A multi-week community challenge promoting wellness, activity, and friendly competition.

  • Event: Artifacts of Transformation at Ormond Memorial Art Museum, ongoing
    Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL
    An exhibit exploring personal and cultural change through visual storytelling.

  • Event: Art in Full Bloom — Art Spotlight, ongoing
    Art Spotlight, 67 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL
    A spring-themed art exhibition featuring blooming creativity by local artists.

    Mon Apr 21

  • Event: 2025 Mayor's Health & Fitness Challenge, time not specified
    South Ormond Neighborhood Center and Park, 176 Division Ave, Ormond Beach, FL
    Join this community-wide initiative encouraging wellness through fun fitness activities.

  • Event: Art in Full Bloom — Art Spotlight, time not specified
    Art Spotlight, 67 W Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL
    A vibrant showcase of floral-inspired art pieces from local creators.

  • Event: Artifacts of Transformation at Ormond Memorial Art Museum, time not specified
    Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E Granada Blvd, Ormond Beach, FL
    Explore transformative works by featured artists in a lush garden setting.

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