Presenting pertinent and timely information about the local and regional economy is a core service of Volusia County Economic Development. This information comes in many forms, including the “Q” quarterly economic update report, which contains valuable key performance metrics (KPIs) on the health of the Volusia County community. Each quarter, these reports are highlighted during […]Read More
Daytona Beach City Commissioners got their first look at a request to rezone a 120-acre parcel at the northeast corner of the intersection of LPGA Boulevard and International Speedway Boulevard for a mixed-use development project. According to information in the staff report provided by the developer, the project is designed to create a mixed-use development […]Read More
Attracting new business development is a goal shared by communities around the state and across the nation. When a potential project becomes a reality, it is a cause for celebration, and St. Johns County has something big to celebrate. The county recently announced that Lakeland-based Publix Super Markets Inc. plans to build a pharmaceutical manufacturing […]Read More
The University of North Florida, in partnership with the city of Palm Coast and Flagler Schools, is sponsoring the 2024 MedNexus Innovation Challenge, according to a media release. The Challenge is a team-based competition that will showcase regional high school students selected to pitch their solutions to address social media addiction in teenagers. The Innovation […]Read More
The home of the World’s Most Famous Beach is set for what could be a busy year for economic development in 2024. At a recent meeting of the Daytona Beach Economic Development Advisory Board, members were briefed on the efforts of several entities focused on attracting new business development and boosting existing businesses in the […]Read More
Mettawa, Illinois-based Brunswick Corp. Reported fourth quarter net sales of $1,361.9 million, down from a record fourth quarter in 2022 of $1,582.7 million, according to a media release. Brunswick’s boat segment operates manufacturing facilities in Flagler and Volusia counties. “Strong cash generation, high-horsepower outboard market share gains, and steady operating performance in the fourth quarter […]Read More
There are 16 communities vying to be the home of the Florida Museum of Black History, and now they have a clearer set of selection criteria to make their pitches to the Task Force charged with making recommendations to state officials. At a meeting of the Florida Museum of Black History Task Force earlier this […]Read More
With a few shovelfuls of dirt, the Fort Mose reconstruction project moved from dream to reality Jan. 19 at a groundbreaking ceremony at the historic state park in St. Augustine. Initially built almost four decades before the American colonies declared their independence, Fort Mose was the first legally sanctioned free Black community in the present-day […]Read More
Economic progress thrives on teamwork, necessitating the engagement of diverse stakeholders to execute successful projects and fulfill a community’s long-term growth vision. Yet, the journey of business ownership is often complex, with entrepreneurs facing challenges in navigating local, state, and governmental guidelines. Many require assistance in securing ideal real estate, adhering to regulatory frameworks, sourcing […]Read More
If it’s true you have to spend money to make money, then St. Johns County can expect a windfall. At a recent meeting, commissioners approved a $118,784 development incentive package for Vermeer Southeast Sales & Service that will create 18 new jobs and produce $3.3 million annually in gross county product. “The cost-benefit analysis does […]Read More