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Chance of rain in the afternoon as heat index may reach 105
DAYTONA BEACH - Another hot day is predicted. It is summer in Florida, afterall.Temperatures should reach into the 90s, with the heat index going as high as 105, the National Weather Service said.There's a slight chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms. → Read More
Flagler sheriff issues warning for Pokemon Go users
The surge in popularity of the Pokemon Go app is raising some red flags for local law enforcement, with the Flagler County Sheriff's Office issuing a warning and offering safety tips on its Facebook page.Pokemon Go allows players to catch and fight for Pokemon in real-world settings, an advancement on the 1990s game that used cards.Players use the GPS function on their phones, and the app turns… → Read More
Man shot in residential neighborhood of Port Orange; suspect flees on motorcycle
PORT ORANGE — A man was shot in a residential neighborhood near the Crane Lakes Golf and Country Club, and police are searching for the suspected shooter. Thomas Higginbotham, 50, fled on a black Honda motorcycle after firing two bullets into another man, Port Orange Police said Tuesday morning. The shooting occurred about 11:49 p.m. Monday in the 5400 block of Frederick Lake Drive, police said.… → Read More
Marineland welcomes new baby dolphin
MARINELAND — A new addition was welcomed Sunday at the world’s oldest oceanarium. The 12-year-old dolphin Lily gave birth to a new calf at Marineland Dolphin Adeventure. Marineland has yet to release the name of the newborn and said it is continuing to monitor the pair closely. → Read More
Increasing chance of rain as today's real feel could hit 105
DAYTONA BEACH — Hot has been the word of the day lately when describing the weather, and that isn't expected to change anytime soon. A mix of sun and clouds is predicted for today, with an increasing chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms. Temperatures should reach into the 90s, but it could feel like 105 because of the humidity. "Isolated lightning storms will develop during the early… → Read More
Forest fire may cause driving issues along U.S. 1 around Plantation Bay
ORMOND BEACH - Motorists traveling along U.S. Highway 1 near the Plantation Bay neighborhood that straddles northern Volusia and southern Flagler counties might want to be extra cautious Monday.The Florida Highway Patrol is warning that a forest fire is producing excessive smoke near U.S. Highway 1 and Sunningdale Lane. The smoke could affect visibility on roadways in the area.Visibility could… → Read More
Man fatally struck by vehicle in Ormond Beach
ORMOND BEACH - A man was killed Sunday morning after being struck by a vehicle in this Coastal Volusia city, Florida Highway Patrol Sgt. Kim Montes said.The accident occurred about 8:01 a.m. at Memorial Medical Parkway and Williamson Boulevard.Montes said more information and the identity of the victim will be released as it becomes available. → Read More
Crash shuts I-4 eastbound at mile marker 113; traffic backed up
A vehicle crash with injuries has closed the eastbound lanes of Interstate 4 at mile marker 113 in West Volusia, the Florida Highway Patrol reports.Traffic has started to become backed up for miles. Detours are suggested. → Read More
Another scorcher predicted as the real feel could hit 107 degrees
DAYTONA BEACH — A mix of sun and clouds and heat is predicted for today. Highs are expected to reach into the mid-90s, according to the National Weather Service. However, the real feel outside could make it seem more like 107 degrees, so be sure and keep hydrated. There's also a slight chance of showers or thunderstorms through midnight, the NWS says. → Read More
Search underway for woman who held up DeBary Food Mart at gunpoint
DEBARY - Deputies were searching for a woman who robbed the DeBary Food Mart at gunpoint Saturday night.The Sheriff's Office received a 9-1-1 call about the robbery at 10:19 p.m., and deputies were on scene two minutes later, but the suspect had already fled, Sheriff's Office spokesman Gary Davidson said Sunday morning. No shots were fired.The suspect is described a white woman who wore black… → Read More
VCSO: Man guns down girlfriend in Deltona street, then kills himself in nearby woods
DELTONA — A woman was fighting for her life after a domestic quarrel turned deadly early Sunday morning when her boyfriend tracked her down and shot her multiple times in the street before turning the gun on himself. Terra Lynn Wilcox, 37, of Deltona, was undergoing surgery this morning at Central Florida Regional Hospital in Sanford, Volusia County Sheriff's Office spokesman Gary Davidson. He… → Read More
VCSO: Man guns down girlfriend in Deltona street, then kills himself
DELTONA — A woman was fighting for her life after a domestic quarrel turned deadly early Sunday morning when her boyfriend tracked her down and shot her multiple times in the street before turning the gun on himself. Terra Lynn Wilcox, 37, of Deltona, was undergoing surgery this morning at Central Florida Regional Hospital in Sanford, Volusia County Sheriff's Office spokesman Gary Davidson. He… → Read More
Police searching for 79-year-old Ormond woman last seen at Greyhound station
DAYTONA BEACH — A 79-year-old Ormond Beach woman with severe mental problems went missing several days ago and police need help to locate her. Shirley Louise Scire, of 11 Tanglewood Circle in Ormond Beach, was last seen July 5 near the Greyhound Bus Terminal, which is located at 138 S. Ridgewood Ave. in Daytona Beach. Scire suffers from confusion, paranoia, an inability to understand reality,… → Read More
Real Estate: Homes for sale in Bunnell
BUNNELL - If you're looking to move to a city with that small-town feel, the seat of Flagler County could be the perfect fit.The city's origins date back to the 1800s, but it wasn't incorporated into a city until 1924. Its growth was primarily thanks to railroads that started coming through Flagler County.The city's website says:"The small town spirit and pride may be felt as you wander through… → Read More
Stay hydrated; today could feel as hot as 107 in some areas
DAYTONA BEACH — A partly sunny sky mixed with hot and muggy weather is what's on the plate for today. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms is possible this afternoon and into the evening, according to the National Weather Service. Highs are expected to reach into the mid-90s, but the heat index indicates the real feel could be as high as 105 in Volusia County and 107 in Flagler County.… → Read More
5 hospitalized for overdosing in Deltona after night of heavy partying
DELTONA — Three woman and two men were hospitalized Monday morning after a night of partying at a club in Orlando, according to Volusia County Sheriff's Office spokesman Gary Davidson. The five, all thought to be in their 20s, were found incoherent at 777 Coleman Ave., Davidson said. Two of the women live at the house, and the uncle of one of those women stopped by to check on her and found four… → Read More
Flagler sheriff issues warning after 29 car break-ins, 5 stolen vehicles
FLAGLER COUNTY - The Sheriff's Office issued a warning over the holiday weekend for residents to take extra precautions to guard against thieves.The warning comes after numerous crimes in the past couple of weeks in several neighborhoods of Palm Coast.According to the Sheriff's Office, 29 cars have been broken into and five vehicles have been stolen in the past two weeks. It adds that the… → Read More
Weather should cooperate tonight for fireworks after some afternoon showers; heat index at 106
DAYTONA BEACH - Happy Fourth of July!The nation's 240th birthday party will be filled with a mix of sun and clouds across Volusia and Flalger counties.The should kick off sunny with more clouds rolling in this afternoon. Scattered showers and thunderstorms are likely, according to the National Weather Service. Temperatures should reach into the 90s, but the heat index says it will feel like it… → Read More
Police smash car window to rescue dog, post warning to other pet owners
PENSACOLA — Law enforcement in this Panhandle city have a stern warning for pet owners: Don't leave your animals in the car. If you do, you could find yourself behind bars. The warning comes after a puppy left in a car had to be rescued by police, who smashed out the passenger side window, the Pensacola Police Department reported on its Facebook page. The incident that sparked the Facebook… → Read More
Hot, humid Sunday morning expected to give way to cloudy, wet afternoon
DAYTONA BEACH - A hot, sunny morning is in store for those who venture outside today in Volusia and Flagler counties.But those mostly clear skies will be giving way to clouds, with a 50 percent chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms, according to the National Weather Service.Temperatures should again reach into the 90s, before falling back into the 70s tonight.(READ: 3 THINGS TO DO… → Read More