5 Local Exercise Options to Keep You On The Wagon in 2017

It seems on the top of almost everyone’s new year’s resolution list and if you are the typical American, you’ve probably already fallen off the wagon by the time you are reading this. We all have good intentions of exercising, but unfortunately for many, it stops there.   It doesn’t have to be that way. […]


6 Ideas For An Unforgetable Valentines Day in DeLand

Every year, right after Christmas, the stores immediately begin promoting Valentine’s Day. Yet, for many men, Valentine’s Day gifts and activities are last minute. Well, you don’t have to go far or spend a lot of money to have a fantastic time with your loved one. In fact, Downtown DeLand has a lot of great […]


Community Spotlight: Victoria Commons

If there is one thing that people love about living in DeLand, it’s community. Neighbors can become more than just that, they can become friends. There is possibly no other residential development that embodies this better in DeLand than Victoria Commons. ​ Conveniently located 20 minutes from New Smyrna Beach and 30 minutes from Orlando, Victoria […]


Home Tech for The Holidays

Still searching for a last minute gift for the home tech lover in your life? Or looking to experiment with “smart home” technology? Be like the Jetsons and check out the following recommendations: 1) Smart Plug: TP Link Kasa ​For the person looking to dip their toe into the pool of “smart home” tech there […]


There’s A New Sheriff In Town…And Property Appraiser

The start of a new year always brings challenges, but it can also bring a fresh perspective. In Volusia County politics, there will be change in the air for two separate offices, sheriff and property appraiser, two of the most important positions locally. ​ Mike Chitwood was sworn in during a ceremony on the campus of […]


Halifax ER Facility Is Just The Beginning In West Volusia

West Volusia fans of Halifax Hospital, Daytona’s long-standing, state-owned hospital, will no longer need to drive to the east side of the county for emergency care. Halifax Health is building a freestanding emergency room in Deltona, but that is just the beginning. Drivers along the intersection of Interstate 4 and State Road 472 can currently see the status […]


The Timbers, Luxury Living in DeLand

Luxury homes sometimes seem they are so far out of reach for many. However, obtaining that dream home that is large enough for a homeowner with a growing family may be closer to a reality than you think. For those that are seeking a more luxurious DeLand community, the Timbers offers this and more combined with a location […]


5! Hot Spots On Georgia Avenue To Ensure A Great Friday Night

​Downtown DeLand has always been known for the vibrant business life along Woodland Boulevard., the city’s main thoroughfare in town. It is a great atmosphere for shopping and night life with plenty of possibilities for food and drinks. However, some of downtown DeLand’s popular places are not the city’s main street. Georgia Avenue has become a […]


Think A Solar Roof is Too Expensive? Think Again.

In October, Billionaire Elon Musk announced that his company, Tesla, would be launching solar roof tiles. Solar panels are nothing new under the sun, but these roof tiles have the solar panels built into them and come in various styles and designs. Like traditional panels, these tiles promise to harvest social energy from the sun. […]


Toy Soldiers, A Holiday Icon In Downtown DeLand

​It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Downtown DeLand. The area along Woodland Blvd. has many iconic symbols that make it unique and different, especially during various seasons throughout the year. As Thanksgiving draws to a close, the holiday spirit comes to life throughout the city, most noticeably in the 14-feet-tall toy soldier statues.  The large statues […]


Quail Hollow – Waterfront Living At It’s Finest

Those that have lived on or near the St. Johns River never forget its majesty. The slow moving black water has a lasting effect on the psyche, one that seems to carry away the anxieties of the day in the river’s northern current.  Nestled along the banks of the St. Johns River is one of DeLand’s most unique […]


Buying/Selling at the Same Time. Is It Really Possible?

Buying and selling a home at the same time may sound like a great idea, or it may sound like a stressful disaster waiting to happen. Regardless, the chances of you selling your home and purchasing a different home is likely not going to happen at the same time. However, it could happen around the […]


DeLand’s Most Conveniently Located Community? We Ask Crystal Cove’s Longest Residents.

Convenience. That is the best word to describe DeLand’s Crystal Cove subdivision. This community may be one of the most convenient places to live in the city. It is located at the corner of McGregor Road and Crystal Oak Drive and is within walking distance of the shops of Country Club Corners that include Publix, […]


Have A Coffee On Us

Quality coffee can be hard to come by. It’s not often you find a local coffee shop that sources, roasts, grinds and hand-pours coffee for its customers. A few months back we mentioned Trilogy Coffee Roasting Co. in one of our posts, introducing you to the Cass family. Since that time, Trilogy has moved into their new […]


Election Alert – Property Appraiser

The November election is only a few weeks away. The presidential election is slated to be one of the most pivotal elections in our nation’s history. It has been a hot-button topic for several months. You likely have an opinion regarding the major national races, such as the presidency and the senate. However, we want […]