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Rise and shine, DeLand!
In today’s planning-your-week edition: Rip current simulators, Bike Week boom, and the rebirth of a DC-3 + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around DeLand protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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📰 In the news
Hands-on ocean safety training: Volusia County Beach Safety is leading a statewide effort using rip current simulators, funded by a $12,750 DCF grant, demonstrated at Daytona State College, with hotel pool lessons planned — see what’s planned statewide.
Businesses brace for boom: Daytona Beach’s 85th annual Bike Week is drawing thousands and pumping cash into Volusia County, with packed hotels and spending rippling across the area just a short drive from DeLand — learn how locals benefit.
New aid for storefronts: Applications are open now for multiple city grants to support new and existing businesses in downtown DeLand, offering fresh help for improvements and growth for local shops and entrepreneurs — get all the details.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Craving cozy pho vibes? Pho Company Noodle House is the reliable downtown DeLand spot for steaming pho, crisp spring rolls, and a low-key noodle fix when the week runs long. Think comforting broth, a banh mi to go, and cozy vibes that restore you… exactly when you need them.
Fresh fabric fix: Stash looking a little same-old? Oceans of Thread keeps DeLand sewing with bright, modern yardage, handy notions, and friendly advice. There’s longarming and machine help when your project needs a nudge, so you can finally finish that quilt top without the side-eye.
Craving cozy diner vibes: At C’s Country Diner, it’s classic comfort all the way: no fuss, just the cozy, country-diner feel DeLand loves. Add it to your weekly rotation when you want something easygoing and reliably satisfying… because sometimes simple hits exactly right.
What doctors wish every 65+ adult had at home: Physicians call it “long-lie,” and it’s the real reason falls are so dangerous for older adults. It’s not a broken bone… it’s lying on the floor for hours waiting for someone to notice. We dug into the options that actually solve this problem, and one stood out. See which one →
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📆 Our favorite events this week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🥃 A Cultural Tour of Scotland with Whiskey @ DeLand Pride | Monday (3/9) at 7:00 PM – Skip the red-eye and get a cultural tour of Scotland at DeLand Pride Space, no kilt required. They breeze through an NWC meeting, then it’s five pours for a $10 donation, with history, regions, and enough Highland trivia to impress the in-laws. All are welcome.
🏆 10th Annual DeLand Woman of the Year @ Northwest Square | Wednesday (3/11) at 5:30 PM – DeLand’s 10th Annual Woman of the Year is taking nominations, and yes, that powerhouse neighbor who runs the PTA, rescues strays, and still brings a casserole counts. Nominate your hometown heroine with the Junior Service League by Feb 10, and enjoy the bragging rights.
🌸 Steel Magnolias @ Athens Theatre | Thursday (3/12) at 7:30 PM – Channel your inner Dolly Parton, then meet me at Athens Theatre for Steel Magnolias, where Truvy’s salon serves laughter, tears, and friendship that actually shows up. It’s PG, heartfelt, and funny, with a 15-minute intermission to reapply mascara.
🚲 St. Jude Trike-A-Thon @ First Baptist Deland | Friday (3/13) at 9:00 AM – Break out the lawn chairs, this is the cutest traffic jam in town. The kids are pedaling trikes, bikes, scooters, and big wheels to raise money for St. Jude, and you’re the cheer squad. Register online, share the link, and channel your pit crew.
📦 Annual Rummage Sale @ Deltona Presbyterian Church | Friday (3/13) at 9:00 AM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to clear the garage and upgrade your mug collection, the church’s beloved rummage sale is back, and it delivers. Expect neighborly haggling, hidden gems, and the satisfaction of decluttering while supporting a local cause.
✈ The Rebirth of Mr. Douglas DC-3 @ Skydive DeLand | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Seven and a half years later, longer than most remodels, Mr. Douglas, a DC-3, is ready to stretch his wings at Skydive DeLand. If polished rivets, radial engines, and local pride do it for you, come watch the first load fill and cheer the takeoff.
🛍 Spring Swap And Shop Market @ Deltona Sons and Daughters of Italy Lodge #2441 | Sunday (3/15) at 10:00 AM – At the Sons & Daughters of Italy lodge, spring cleaning comes with perks, Deltona. Hunt handmade crafts, seasonal goodies, and rummage-sale scores, support local makers, then catch up with neighbors you actually like. Bring a tote, your treasure-hunting patience, and small-biz love.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 DeLand report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 87°F – Low: 63°F – Precip: 14%
Patchy fog before 10am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. West wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 63. South southeast wind 0 to 5 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 88°F – Low: 64°F – Precip: 13%
Patchy fog before 9am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 88. South southeast wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 64. Southeast wind around 5 mph.
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