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COUNTY-BY-COUNTY GUIDE: Central Florida holiday events to get in the spirit this 2024 season
Read full article: COUNTY-BY-COUNTY GUIDE: Central Florida holiday events to get in the spirit this 2024 seasonFrom markets to festivals to drive-through displays, the options are endless when it comes to holiday fun.
Flooding still an issue in parts of Orange City weeks after Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Flooding still an issue in parts of Orange City weeks after Hurricane MiltonIt has been more than a month since Hurricane Milton hit Central Florida and one city said the flooding nightmare is still not over.
Operation Blue Roof and FEMA offer in-person services in Volusia County for Hurricane Milton assistance
Read full article: Operation Blue Roof and FEMA offer in-person services in Volusia County for Hurricane Milton assistanceIf you need help in Volusia County applying for Operation Blue Roof or FEMA assistance after Hurricane Milton, representatives will be available to help this Friday.
County builds temporary roads for trapped residents in Orange City area
Read full article: County builds temporary roads for trapped residents in Orange City areaIt has been close to two weeks since Hurricane Milton hit and in Volusia County near Orange City, that is how long it's been since some residents have been able to access their house.
80-year-old man stuck in Volusia home after Hurricane Milton destroys road
Read full article: 80-year-old man stuck in Volusia home after Hurricane Milton destroys roadBetween the washed-out portions of the road was a driveway leading to the home of an 80-year-old man, whom Trooper Steve said was stuck thanks to the collapsed street.
10 Central Florida Conn’s HomePlus locations to close after bankruptcy announcement
Read full article: 10 Central Florida Conn’s HomePlus locations to close after bankruptcy announcementConn’s HomePlus, a home goods store that has been around for 134 years, has filed for bankruptcy and will be closing nearly half of its 170 stores, according to CNN.
News 6 visits Volusia massage parlors after human-trafficking bill signed into law
Read full article: News 6 visits Volusia massage parlors after human-trafficking bill signed into lawAzalea Spa in Deltona is just one of ten massage parlors in Volusia County where some employees were arrested on prostitution charges. Undercover officers went inside for massages — but got a little bit more.
22-year-old man killed in motorcycle crash with SUV, Orange City police say
Read full article: 22-year-old man killed in motorcycle crash with SUV, Orange City police sayA 22-year-old man died Sunday morning when the motorcycle he was riding through Orange City struck an SUV that had turned into his path, according to police.
‘Bro, I could assassinate you:’ Florida man shoots roommate during ‘vigilance drill,’ deputies say
Read full article: ‘Bro, I could assassinate you:’ Florida man shoots roommate during ‘vigilance drill,’ deputies sayA Volusia County man is facing charges after deputies say he accidentally shot a roommate in front of two small children, mistaking comments the victim made as part of an ongoing series of drills to “stay vigilant.”
Owner of Orange City wine room hopes to see more black representation in industry
Read full article: Owner of Orange City wine room hopes to see more black representation in industryTralove Lawrence opened Amour Du Vin last month. She said her wine bar is the first black-owned, woman-owned wine room in Orange City.
Prostitution stings end with arrests at 10 Volusia County massage parlors
Read full article: Prostitution stings end with arrests at 10 Volusia County massage parlorsThe affidavits reveal that all of the suspects arrested were from China, so a language interpreter was used to help translate in most of these cases.
Gov. DeSantis proposes $330M for water quality projects, manatee rescue
Read full article: Gov. DeSantis proposes $330M for water quality projects, manatee rescueFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday visited Blue Spring State Park to talk about the state’s continued environmental restoration efforts at popular springs, rivers and state parks.
HOLY SEA COW! Almost a thousand manatees head to Blue Spring State Park to escape the cold
Read full article: HOLY SEA COW! Almost a thousand manatees head to Blue Spring State Park to escape the coldYou’re not the only one who is cold. Manatees seeking a warm spot flocked to Volusia County’s Blue Spring State Park in record numbers Sunday.
Your Florida Daily: Fire erupts at Tyreek Hill’s $6.9M mansion, ‘Sextortion’ at UCF on the rise
Read full article: Your Florida Daily: Fire erupts at Tyreek Hill’s $6.9M mansion, ‘Sextortion’ at UCF on the riseFlames and heavy smoke were spotted coming from the mansion in Broward County on Wednesday.
4 Volusia city officials resign over new Florida financial disclosure rules
Read full article: 4 Volusia city officials resign over new Florida financial disclosure rulesFour city officials in Volusia County have resigned, all in reaction to a new state requirement to disclose more of their financial information.
Boil water advisory issued for some residents in DeBary, Orange City
Read full article: Boil water advisory issued for some residents in DeBary, Orange CityVolusia County Water Resources and Utilities announced a precautionary boil water notice affecting all Southwest Interconnect Public Water System customers, including those in DeBary and Orange City.
15-year-old faces charges after slashing student’s face during fight at Volusia high school, deputies say
Read full article: 15-year-old faces charges after slashing student’s face during fight at Volusia high school, deputies sayA high school student in Volusia County faces charges after deputies said he cut another student’s face with a knife during a fight on Monday.
Your Florida Daily: 1st GOP debate, invasive monkey spotted in Orange City
Read full article: Your Florida Daily: 1st GOP debate, invasive monkey spotted in Orange CityIn the first GOP presidential debate Wednesday, candidates — including Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis — explained why they should be the Republican nominee.
Woman faces DUI, manslaughter charges after crash kills motorcyclist in Orange City
Read full article: Woman faces DUI, manslaughter charges after crash kills motorcyclist in Orange CityA woman arrested Saturday night in Orange City faces DUI charges following her involvement in a crash that killed a Sanford motorcyclist, according to the Orange City Police Department.
Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run crash at Volusia County intersection, troopers say
Read full article: Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run crash at Volusia County intersection, troopers sayA hit-and-run crash on State Road 472 north of Orange City left a pedestrian dead early Sunday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
DeBary man hospitalized after being hit by train, troopers say
Read full article: DeBary man hospitalized after being hit by train, troopers sayA DeBary man was injured when he was hit by a train while standing near the tracks on Friday afternoon in Orange City, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Orange City man accused of downloading child pornography
Read full article: Orange City man accused of downloading child pornographyAn Orange City man was arrested after deputies said they found child pornography images of mostly girls between the ages of 4 and 13 on his electronic devices, according to a news release.
2 Volusia men arrested in drug trafficking case, held on over $3M bond
Read full article: 2 Volusia men arrested in drug trafficking case, held on over $3M bondInvestigators said call logs in May showed that Vernon Woodward would set up deals for Terrell Ross to sell fentanyl to customers while Woodward was out on vacation.
Orange City councilwoman gets pushback after handing out nearly 2K flags for Memorial Day
Read full article: Orange City councilwoman gets pushback after handing out nearly 2K flags for Memorial DayCouncilwoman Kellianne Marks, who is running for mayor, distributed the flags along with a campaign letter to homes throughout the community as a way to celebrate the holiday and announce her candidacy.
1 dead, 1 critical after pickup truck overturns in Volusia County
Read full article: 1 dead, 1 critical after pickup truck overturns in Volusia CountyA 20-year-old Orange City man suffered fatal injuries and his passenger was critically injured as both were ejected from an overturning pickup truck early Sunday in Volusia County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Crews repair water main break in Orange City; precautionary boil water notice issued
Read full article: Crews repair water main break in Orange City; precautionary boil water notice issuedA precautionary boil water notice has been issued for some residents near a water main break in Orange City that closed part of French Avenue.
Orange City man accused of possessing child porn, sending explicit messages to girls, deputies say
Read full article: Orange City man accused of possessing child porn, sending explicit messages to girls, deputies sayA 40-year-old Orange City man is accused of possessing child porn and sending graphic sex messages to young girls, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office.
Volusia man sentenced to 8 years for failure to properly register as sex offender
Read full article: Volusia man sentenced to 8 years for failure to properly register as sex offenderA Volusia County man was sentenced to eight years in prison on Tuesday after a jury found him guilty of two counts of failure to properly register as a sex offender.
Orange City teacher arrested after slapping 11-year-old student with autism, officers say
Read full article: Orange City teacher arrested after slapping 11-year-old student with autism, officers sayA River Springs Middle School teacher was arrested Monday after hitting an 11-year-old non-verbal student with autism, according to the Orange City police.
Central Florida rescue group returns 12 manatees to natural habitat in single day
Read full article: Central Florida rescue group returns 12 manatees to natural habitat in single dayThe Manatee Rescue and Rehabilitation Partnership, a multi-agency collaboration, announced that it successfully released 12 manatees back to their natural habitat in one day.
Volusia landlord fought deputy after locking tenants in garage, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: Volusia landlord fought deputy after locking tenants in garage, sheriff’s office saysOfficials say a man who fought with a deputy after locking three people in a garage was arrested at his home near Orange City.
VIDEO: Manatees pile into Blue Spring State Park as cold river temps persist
Read full article: VIDEO: Manatees pile into Blue Spring State Park as cold river temps persistThe St. Johns River’s temperature is still in the 50s, and that means manatees continue to pile into nearby Blue Spring State Park in Volusia County.
WATCH LIVE: Hundreds of manatees swim into Blue Spring State Park as temperatures drop
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: Hundreds of manatees swim into Blue Spring State Park as temperatures dropThe drop in temperatures means colder water, and more manatees coming to Blue Spring State Park seeking a warm spot.
Woman loses leg after being pinned by tree, truck in Volusia County during Hurricane Nicole
Read full article: Woman loses leg after being pinned by tree, truck in Volusia County during Hurricane Nicole24-year-old Julie Tindel’s life was changed forever following what her family called a freak accident.
VIDEO: Man arrested after attempting to drop meth under patrol car, Volusia deputies say
Read full article: VIDEO: Man arrested after attempting to drop meth under patrol car, Volusia deputies sayA man was arrested Thursday evening after attempting to drop a half-pound of meth under a patrol car during a traffic stop, according to the Volusia Sheriff's Office.
Orange City police seek Peeping Tom accused of recording woman in Kohl’s dressing room
Read full article: Orange City police seek Peeping Tom accused of recording woman in Kohl’s dressing roomPolice are looking for a man who was seen recording a woman in a Kohl’s dressing room in Orange City earlier this month.
Nuisance alligator encounter temporarily shuts down water activities at Blue Spring State Park
Read full article: Nuisance alligator encounter temporarily shuts down water activities at Blue Spring State ParkA potential nuisance alligator encounter closed all water activities at Blue Spring State Park temporarily Thursday morning, park officials said.
2 arrested after trying to sell stolen lawn care equipment worth over $10K, DeLand police say
Read full article: 2 arrested after trying to sell stolen lawn care equipment worth over $10K, DeLand police sayA man and woman tried selling lawn care equipment worth over $10,000 that was stolen from a Orange City business last week, according to the DeLand Police Department.
Man who told authorities where to find Florida woman he killed sentenced to life in prison
Read full article: Man who told authorities where to find Florida woman he killed sentenced to life in prisonA man who told authorities where to find a Florida woman he fatally stabbed in July 2018 was convicted of murder and sentenced to life in prison nearly four years later, the 7th Circuit State Attorney’s Office said Thursday.
Orange City teen faces felony hate crime charge in attack of 16-year-old, deputies say
Read full article: Orange City teen faces felony hate crime charge in attack of 16-year-old, deputies sayA 15-year-old Orange City boy was arrested Friday and faces felony battery charges after "repeatedly punching a 16-year-old victim in an attack motivated by prejudice against gay people," according to the Volusia County Sheriff's Office.
Orange City woman, 31, struck and killed by car in Volusia County, troopers say
Read full article: Orange City woman, 31, struck and killed by car in Volusia County, troopers sayAn Orange City woman was struck and killed by a car Saturday night in Volusia County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
14-year-old shot classmate with toy gun; boy faces felony charge, Volusia deputies say
Read full article: 14-year-old shot classmate with toy gun; boy faces felony charge, Volusia deputies sayDeputies with the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 14-year-old boy on Friday after they say he shot a 12-year-old classmate with a toy gun.
Video shows officers interact with man who shot woman after hit-and-run, police say
Read full article: Video shows officers interact with man who shot woman after hit-and-run, police sayOrange City police released body camera video Tuesday which they say shows the initial interaction between officers and the motorcyclist who shot and killed a woman following a hit-and-run crash Sunday.
Hit-and-run driver shot, killed in confrontation after Orange City crash, police say
Read full article: Hit-and-run driver shot, killed in confrontation after Orange City crash, police sayA woman, who police say is responsible for a hit-and-run crash, was shot and killed in a confrontation on the road in Orange City, according to a news release.
Man tried to lure girl into car in Volusia County, deputies say
Read full article: Man tried to lure girl into car in Volusia County, deputies sayA 60-year-old man faces charges after Volusia County deputies say he tried to lure a 10-year-old girl into his car after she got off of a school bus in the Orange City area.
Man steals rings from one Florida girlfriend to propose to his other girlfriend, deputies say
Read full article: Man steals rings from one Florida girlfriend to propose to his other girlfriend, deputies sayVOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. – Volusia County deputies are looking for a man who gave both women he was dating a fake name, stole from them and took rings from one of his girlfriends to propose to his other girlfriend. The love triangle began to unravel earlier this year when an Orange City woman realized her boyfriend was engaged to another woman who lives in Orlando. Deputies said all in all, $6,270 worth of jewelry was stolen from the Orange City girlfriend. He’s wanted on a felony grand theft charge out of Volusia County as well as the hit-and-run warrant out of Oregon. Anyone with information about Davis’ whereabouts is asked to call the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office at 386-668-3830 and ask for Detective Wheeler.
29-year-old DeLand driver killed in Orange City crash
Read full article: 29-year-old DeLand driver killed in Orange City crashORANGE CITY, Fla. – The driver of a pickup truck died in a single-vehicle crash in Orange City early Sunday. Orange City police said the crash took place shortly before 1 a.m. near Veterans Memorial Parkway and Monastery Avenue. The driver, identified as 29-year-old Hayden Hatcher, of DeLand, died at the scene, officials said in the release. The roadway was shut down for several hours after the crash, according to police. Orange City police said they’re still investigating the crash and anyone with information is asked to call 386-775-5474.
Free Wheelie: Manatee returns to Blue Spring without tire around waist
Read full article: Free Wheelie: Manatee returns to Blue Spring without tire around waistORANGE CITY, Fla. – A manatee that a year ago was seen swimming around Blue Spring State Park with a bicycle tire cinching its waist has returned to the crystal clear waters free of the trap. Officials from Save the Manatee Club said Friday they don’t know how the manatee managed to shake the tire lose but they mentioned that Wheelie, as the manatee was called by the public, was struck by a boat’s propeller in February and that strike cut and weakened the tire. Also called Schwinn by researchers, the manatee now has deep scars around its midsection where the bike tire was once entangled. Wheelie the manatee now has scars from where a bike tire was stuck around its waist. Save the Manatee Club manatee research associate Cora Berchem first spotted Wheelie on Wednesday on an above-water livestreaming webcam.
Video: Woman upset about refund uses crowbar to steal money from Spectrum store, police say
Read full article: Video: Woman upset about refund uses crowbar to steal money from Spectrum store, police sayORANGE CITY, Fla. – A woman who was upset that employees at a Spectrum store wouldn’t give her a cash refund brought a crowbar into the building, pried open a register and took the money herself, according to the Orange City Police Department. [TRENDING: ‘Smell of rotting flesh’ leads to body in trunk | How to celebrate Halloween during pandemic | 98 ‘murder hornets’ removed]She left the store and returned a second time to inquire about her refund, then she left again. On the third time she entered the store, police said she had a crowbar in her hand and went straight for a register while yelling, “Where’s my money? Police said she opened that register, took some cash and left the store. An employee who captured Serraty’s license plate and surveillance video helped authorities locate Serraty at her home, records show.
Florida General Election Results for Volusia County on Nov. 3, 2020
Read full article: Florida General Election Results for Volusia County on Nov. 3, 2020Find All Race Results HereDeLAND, Fla. – Some of the key races in Volusia County include state attorney and mayor in New Smyrna Beach, Orange City and Ormond Beach. Check out all the Volusia County races, including how residents voted for president, in the list below. Check all the races in Central Florida and statewide in the dropdown menu below, and get more information on the ClickOrlando.com Results 2020 page.
Arrest made in random face-slashing attack that left teen injured in Orange City
Read full article: Arrest made in random face-slashing attack that left teen injured in Orange CityORANGE CITY, Fla. – A man accused of slashing a teen’s face in a random attack showed up drunk to a family friend’s house after the fact and admitted that he hid in the bushes and attacked someone, according to the Orange City Police Department. Teen’s face slashed in apparent random attack in Orange CityPeoples also told his family friends that they should watch the news for more details about the crime, authorities said. Orange City Police gave News 6 video showing People’s leaving the park in a black SUV shortly after the incident they said. According to the report, Peoples said he was “probably” at the crime scene but didn’t admit to slashing the boy’s face. Court records show Peoples has been arrested before on prior charges like aggravated assault, driving without a license and more.
Teen’s face slashed in apparent random attack in Orange City
Read full article: Teen’s face slashed in apparent random attack in Orange CityORANGE CITY, Fla. – A 15-year-old boy’s face was slashed Saturday in an apparent random attack in Orange City, according to a police report. Police said the teen suffered a 6-to 8-inch-long laceration on the right side of his face. A teen's face is slashed in Orange City. Orange City police are encouraging nearby residents to check their cameras for any possible video from at or around 2 p.m. Saturday. If you know anything or can help investigators make an arrest, you’re asked to call the Orange City Police Department.
Driver killed in crash with dump truck in Orange City
Read full article: Driver killed in crash with dump truck in Orange CityORANGE CITY, Fla. – The driver of a car was killed in a crash with a dump truck in Orange City, according to police. The fatal wreck was reported at 1:20 p.m. at North Volusia and East Michigan avenues. Orange City police said Aurelia Henderson, 62, of Orange City, was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the dump truck, which overturned in the crash, was taken to DeLand Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, police said. North Volusia Avenue was shut down at Minnesota Avenue for about three hours due to the investigation.
Orange City pastor accused of possessing child pornography
Read full article: Orange City pastor accused of possessing child pornographyVOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. – An Orange City pastor was arrested at his home after authorities found child pornography there, according to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. Agents said they learned that someone at 33-year-old Bryan Scott Carrejo’s Sandy Pine Drive home was offering to share child pornography online so they executed a search warrant and located files showing children as young as 8 years old. Carrejo was arrested Wednesday on five counts of possession of sexual performance by a child. He’s being held without bond at the Volusia County Jail. Since Carrejo is a pastor at Victory Chapel in Orange City, authorities are asking anyone who may have additional information about the case to call them at 407-245-0888.
Volusia County health department extends COVID-19 testing
Read full article: Volusia County health department extends COVID-19 testingVOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. The Volusia County health department will continue providing free COVID-19 testing at least through Aug. 21. Appointments can be made by calling the appropriate location between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday:1845 Holsonback Dr., Daytona Beach. 421 S. Keech St., Daytona Beach. 386-871-3364717 W. Canal St., New Smyrna Beach. 386-871-3405For more information about coronavirus resources in Volusia County, click here.
Residents continue to rely on drive-thru food pantries months after being furloughed
Read full article: Residents continue to rely on drive-thru food pantries months after being furloughedOSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. Throughout the coronavirus pandemic, there has been a massive need for food assistance in Central Florida. It was a similar scene in Osceola County, where Advance Senior Center and Second Harvest Food Bank hosted a drive-thru food pantry. Since mid-March, Second Harvest Food Bank has provided 22 million meals and a new study shows they are seeing nearly 50% more people in Central Florida who are hungry. Erika Spence and Second Harvest Food Bank helped give out around 500 meals at the event. To donate to Second Harvest Food Bank, click here.
Orange City sergeant hits, kills woman while heading to emergency call, FHP says
Read full article: Orange City sergeant hits, kills woman while heading to emergency call, FHP saysORANGE CITY, Fla. – An Orange City police sergeant heading to an emergency struck and killed a woman who was crossing a Volusia County road, the Florida Highway Patrol said. The fatal crash was reported at 12:45 a.m. Monday near Enterprise Road and Grand Plaza Drive. It is safer to walk at a crosswalk or an intersection,” FHP Lt. Kim Montes said. The woman, whose name has not been released, was pronounced dead at the scene, the FHP said. Orange City police said Herzog was headed to a disturbance involving several people, including someone who was armed with a shotgun.
Teens lead authorities on chase through Volusia County after attempted burglary, police say
Read full article: Teens lead authorities on chase through Volusia County after attempted burglary, police sayAccording to a news release, Orange City Police Sergeant Jason Ward observed three subjects attempting to break into the store. Once the subjects noticed law enforcement vehicles, they got into a Black Nissan Altima and fled the scene driving southbound on North Volusia Avenue. Orange City Police Officers with the assistance of the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office successfully deployed spike strips near the intersection of Enterprise Road and South Volusia Avenue. The Volusia County Sheriff’s Office set up a perimeter and deployed a police K-9, a news release said. “The investigation also revealed the Nissan Altima was reported stolen out of Orange County on May 18,” officials said.
Orange City cancels summer fireworks show, donates money to food pantry
Read full article: Orange City cancels summer fireworks show, donates money to food pantryORANGE CITY, Fla. – The Orange City Council voted Tuesday to cancel its Fireworks and Fun independence event this summer, citing concerns over the coronavirus pandemic. Fireworks and Fun had been scheduled for June 27. The city said it will donate $10,000, a large portion of the money it will save by not hosting the event, to the Orange City United Methodist Church for its daily food pantry to serve the community. “It wasn’t easy to cancel our annual fireworks; it’s such a great time for everyone, but there isn’t a safe way to do it this year," Mayor Gary Blair said. The church gives away groceries, one bag per family per week, Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to noon and every third Saturday.
Detectives seek tips in suspicious death of Orange City man
Read full article: Detectives seek tips in suspicious death of Orange City manORANGE CITY, Fla. – Detectives are investigating a suspicious death after a body was discovered Thursday night in the Orange City area, the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office said. According to a news release, deputies responded to the area of Foothill Farms Road around 8:15 p.m., where they discovered the body of 52-year-old Chris Kimmel, of Orange City. The Sheriff’s office said the Major Case Unit is leading the investigation into Kimmel’s death, and anyone with information is asked to call 386-254-1537. Details surrounding Kimmel’s death were not immediately clear. Stay with News 6 for updates.
Man, woman killed in DeBary RV fire
Read full article: Man, woman killed in DeBary RV fireORANGE CITY, Fla. – A man and woman were killed early Monday in an RV fire in DeBary, officials said. The double fatal fire was reported at 4:17 a.m. at the Highbanks Marina & Camp Resort at 488 W. Highbanks Road. According to Volusia County fire officials, Allan Gower, 72, and Teresa Gower, 69, Kentucky residents who often spend the winter months in DeBary, were pulled from the RV and taken to area hospitals. Allan Gower was taken to Central Florida Regional Hospital in Sanford, and Teresa Gower was taken to AdventHealth Fish Memorial in Orange City. The cause of the fire is under investigation by the state Bureau of Fire, Arson and Explosives.
Missing DeBary man with dementia found safe in Jacksonville
Read full article: Missing DeBary man with dementia found safe in JacksonvilleDeBARY, Fla. – An 86-year-old DeBary man with dementia who went missing Saturday night has been found safe in Jacksonville, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office. Officials said a statewide Silver Alert was activated for William Eugene Hamilton, 86, who left his home in the 500 block of Quail Down Drive at about 12:20 p.m. Saturday. The Silver Alert has since been rescinded. Photo of vehicle William Hamilton was driving. (Courtesy: Volusia County Sheriff's Office)Hamilton was expected to be driving to Orange City, where he often visits businesses, but he had not returned home, according to the Sheriff’s Office.