New Smyrna Beach adopts mask mandate as coronavirus pandemic continues

The order specifically states "every person living, working, visiting or doing business in the City of New Smyrna is encouraged to wear a face covering in any indoor location, other than home or residence."

Retired Florida teacher arrested after soliciting child for sex, deputies say

The Florida teacher was arrested and charged with soliciting sexual activity with a child, child abuse, and providing false information to law enforcement officers during a felony investigation.

Protests across Central Florida over the weekend remain peaceful

Several protests across Central Florida over the weekend remained peaceful as demonstrators pushed for police reform and justice.

Volusia County opens all beach ramps ahead of holiday weekend

Volusia County on Wednesday reopened all of its beach ramps ahead of the Memorial Day weekend, which is expected to draw big crowds.

New Smyrna Beach businesses anxious to hear governor's reopening plan

As talks about reopening continue, Flagler Avenue businesses are anxiously waiting on the greenlight from the Governor Ron DeSantis.

Farmer's markets turn to drive-thru service amid outbreak

With farmer’s markets shut down, farmers and vendors are turning to new ways of selling their local goods.“It’s really difficult because essentially all the revenue vaporized,” said Kyle White, co-founder of Yaupon Brothers Tea.White usually sells his locally-made tea at the New Smyrna Beach market.

New Smyrna Beach could add parking structures downtown

Beachgoers and residents in New Smyrna Beach could see more parking options around Flagler Avenue, as the city looks at potentially implementing a parking garage downtown.

High school teacher brings prop gun to campus

A teacher brought a model gun to class at New Smyrna Beach High School which drew the attention of students and a school resource officer. "This fake rifle was previously used by this teacher as a prop for students interested in a military career," said Principal Matthew Krajewski.