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Volusia County’s first sea turtle nest of 2026 arrives early, signaling start of beach protections

Volusia County’s first sea turtle nest of 2026 arrives early, signaling start of beach protections

Volusia County’s first confirmed sea turtle nest of 2026 was found in Ormond Beach nearly three weeks before the official season begins, a reminder for Edgewater-area beachgoers to follow nesting protections now.
1 month ago
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High rip current threat at nearby beaches could affect Edgewater weekend plans
Public Safety
High rip current threat at nearby beaches could affect Edgewater weekend plans
1 month ago
Edgewater readers may hear sonic booms from SpaceX landing during weekend launch
Weather
Edgewater readers may hear sonic booms from SpaceX landing during weekend launch
1 month ago
Weather
Hazardous marine conditions continue off Volusia County coast as seas stay elevated
1 month ago
Local Government
Oak Hill leadership change could affect south Volusia neighbors as interim city manager takes on added role
1 month ago
Fatal I-95 semi crash in Volusia County highlights hazard from roadway debris
Public Safety
Fatal I-95 semi crash in Volusia County highlights hazard from roadway debris
1 month ago
Volusia Marine Science Center’s Turtle Day offers nearby conservation event for Edgewater families
Community Events
Volusia Marine Science Center’s Turtle Day offers nearby conservation event for Edgewater families
1 month ago
Fatal I-95 semi crash in Volusia County is a caution for Edgewater-area drivers
Public Safety
Fatal I-95 semi crash in Volusia County is a caution for Edgewater-area drivers
1 month ago
High rip current danger at New Smyrna Beach carries warning for Edgewater-area beachgoers
Public Safety
High rip current danger at New Smyrna Beach carries warning for Edgewater-area beachgoers
1 month ago
Volusia Marine Science Center spotlights sea turtle rescues during Turtle Day weekend
Community Events
Volusia Marine Science Center spotlights sea turtle rescues during Turtle Day weekend
1 month ago
Edgewater firefighters rescue ducklings trapped in storm drain
Community Events
Edgewater firefighters rescue ducklings trapped in storm drain
1 month ago
Volusia County summer camp registration opens, including an Edgewater site
Community Events
Volusia County summer camp registration opens, including an Edgewater site
1 month ago
Rough surf, erosion concerns in New Smyrna Beach carry safety warning for Edgewater residents
Environment
Rough surf, erosion concerns in New Smyrna Beach carry safety warning for Edgewater residents
1 month ago
Sports
New Smyrna Beach boys capture district weightlifting titles
1 month ago
Teen arrested in DeLand after reported abuse of baby alligator, deputies say
Environment
Teen arrested in DeLand after reported abuse of baby alligator, deputies say
1 month ago