In the late 1930s, America was still reeling from the effects of the Great Depression, including the small town of Fernandina Beach. The local shrimping industry was drying up, and the area had yet to become a thriving resort destination. The mayor sought out industries to come and establish themselves; Rayonier, Inc., the predecessor of […]Read More
There’s a buzz about the treasure trove of craftsmanship and creativity found right in the First Coast Region. That buzz is found literally – and figuratively – at The Honey Truck Company, which offers award-winning artisan honeys from St. Augustine. It’s found, too, with Curtis Ceballos’ Invisacook Stove, located in Bunnell. Invisacook is an innovative […]Read More
DeBary, the gateway to southwestern Volusia County, is a growing city along the corridor between Daytona Beach and Orlando. More than 23,000 folks call DeBary home, and the city is home to businesses, the arts, recreation, history and more here on the northern shore of the St. Johns River. And although this 25-square-mile community has […]Read More
With art programs for youth and adults, exhibitions, classes, events and more, First Coast Cultural Center is a cultural hub for northeast Florida. Established in 1996, the center moved in December 2023 into a new two-story, 6,000-square-foot home with a $2.2 million purchase price. Operating a non-profit like First Coast Cultural Center is not for […]Read More
It’s two letters that have been getting a lot of attention lately: AI. AI, or artificial intelligence, is a broad term that refers to machines or computer systems performing tasks that normally require human intelligence. Think reasoning, learning, understanding language, recognizing images and solving problems. It’s used in health care, education, entertainment, finance, agriculture and […]Read More
AI, or Artificial Intelligence, is a term pulled from today’s headlines. And while many are talking about its use in industries from arts and entertainment to healthcare, media, and retail, there are also practical applications that are affordable and easy for businesses of all sizes. “AI is like this super-smart assistant that never sleeps,” says […]Read More
[wp_ulike style=”wp-ulike-pro-default”] The interest for green jobs is growing, and these colleges and university help meet the demand The demand for green jobs is growing, and with it, tools and training to meet the interest. A green jobs survey report from the Florida Agency for Workforce Innovation says positions with a slant towards sustainability can […]Read More
Sit. Stay. Win. Having a dog as part of the family is more involved than playing fetch or long walks. There’s a real business of pet ownership, and with canines, training is a big part of it. Many folks are signing up for classes to get their dog up-to-speed in obedience, including basic commands, as […]Read More
West Volusia continues to grow, first on an economy and lifestyle centered around agriculture that the rich farmlands provided and now through economic development. Perhaps no city in the area showcases that surge more than Deltona. It began as a planned residential community called Deltona Lakes in 1962 and was primarily a commuter town to […]Read More
It’s not a far drive from the sun and surf of the beach, but in this rural northwest corner of Volusia County, the waves are green and not blue. Pierson is known as the Fern Capital of the World, and for generations, the namesake plant, and other agriculture, have fed the economy and traditions here. […]Read More
