Here's the latest FEMA assistance update for Volusia County

More than 15,000 Volusia County residents have already applied for FEMA assistance. 

To apply for assistance and get answers to your questions, call FEMA at 800-621-3362. Video relay service and 711 are available at 800-621-3362. Online registrati...

Sports Complex closed until further notice, "Babe" James Center and JSK Gym reopen Oct. 5

New Smyrna Beach saw the highest maximum wind gusts in Central Florida during Hurricane Ian at 96 mph. That's 15 mph faster than the next location on the list, Melbourne Beach, at 81 mph.

The Sports Complex suffered significant wind damage during ...

Sewer pipe cleaning, more pumping, long landfill lines mark Oct. 3

Shout-outs to beachside's Locust Street and mainland's Hidden Pines neighborhood, where recovery crews spent time jetting and vacuuming sewer lines and pumping water to reduce flooding.

In debris collection news, curbside pickup is expect...

Crews continue pumping flood water, clearing storm debris, repairing infrastructure on Oct. 2

In the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, which by Friday had swamped New Smyrna Beach with 28.6 inches of rain in just 27 hours, crews worked through the weekend to pump flood water, clear road debris, and reopen city parks.

“We’re working hard to reduce floodin...

Funding available to help clean up local brownfields

Do you know of a property complicated by the presence of a hazardous substance, pollutant, or contaminant that has potential for reuse and/or redevelopment? Learn how the Southeast Volusia Corridor Improvement Coalition's Brownfields Assessment P...

Hispanic Heritage Month Profile: Leisure Services Director Robert Salazar

Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 is National Hispanic Heritage Month, and today we're celebrating by recognizing Leisure Services Director Robert Salazar, pictured in the orange polo shirt. Here's what his Mexican heritage means to him in his own wor...

NSB library hosts three-part Alzheimer's series starting Oct. 10

Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias cause memory, thinking and behavior problems that interfere with daily living. It also impacts loved ones who care for them. 

Learn how to identify the warning signs and pick up tips for patients and caregiv...

Become your own patient advocate at the NSB library Oct. 12

The New Smyrna Beach Regional Library, 1001 S. Dixie Freeway, will host a virtual presentation titled “Using health literacy to help patients become their own health care advocate” at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 12.  

Jessica Daly, ...

Keep yard signs another day by placing them the right way

Whether for an open house, garage sale, or political campaign, yard signs are a popular way to help get the word out. Here are a few photos from Code Compliance showing the right and wrong ways to display them.

Other helpful tips:

• Signs should be placed on ...

Paddle Callalisa Creek with Explore Volusia Oct. 13

Navigate oyster beds, learn about mosquito canals, and see a variety of birds among a maze of mangroves during a Callalisa Creek paddle on Thursday, Oct. 13 from 9 to 11:30 a.m.

Registration is required; call (386) 736-5927. Bring a kayak, canoe, or stand-...

Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 is National Hispanic American Heritage Month

Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.

The o...

City offering free meeting space for community & nonprofit organizations

Take eco-buggy tours in New Smyrna Beach Oct. 22 & 26

Whether you're an early bird or a night owl, there's an Explore Volusia eco-buggy tour for you next month in New Smyrna Beach!

Learn about important plant communities and be on the lookout for carnivorous plants and the rare Sherman&a...

NSB library plans adult programs in October

The New Smyrna Beach Regional Library, 1001 S. Dixie Freeway, offers a variety of free programs to help adults learn new skills and make new friends.

• Library volunteer Carolyn Carlisle will offer genealogy assistance from 1 to 3 p.m. every Monday in Octobe...

Mayor to deliver 2022 State of the City Address on Oct. 24

Please save the date Monday, Oct. 24, when Mayor Russ Owen will deliver the State of the City Address outlining the year’s legislative accomplishments and policy directions in the Brannon Center at 105 S. Riverside Dr. Enjoy refreshments with fe...

NSB Cultural Throw Down returns to Pettis Park Nov. 5

Grab your favorite chair and enjoy live music by Daniel "Saxman" Fuqua, Smokehouse, and DJ Tom; food trucks; a kids zone; and community fellowship when this year's New Smyrna Beach Cultural Throw Down returns to Pettis Park Saturday, No...