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Rise and shine, Deltona!
In today’s planning-your-week edition: VoTran’s Uber Transit shift, Firefly Nights, and a strawberry festival sugar rush + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Deltona 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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đź“° In the news
What commuters should know: VoTran changed service March 1, replacing fixed routes with Uber Transit and VoRide and overhauling night service. Riders now see A1A coverage and revised timetables across East Volusia — see key route changes.
A tradition draws big spenders: Daytona Beach Bike Week is bringing an economic boost to Volusia County, with thousands expected, hotels filling up, and planning that starts a year and a half ahead benefiting locals — get all the details.
Programs to strengthen storefronts: Downtown DeLand is accepting applications for city grants supporting new and existing businesses. Funding backs improvements and growth in the core district, with opportunities available to Deltona 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
Slurp-worthy comfort: When the craving hits, Pho Company delivers aromatic broths, legit bánh mì, and bubble tea to redeem your weekdays. A steaming bowl, a splash of Sriracha, and dinner is solved… your future self will be very pleased.
Stash refresh, anyone?: Whether you’re piecing a first lap quilt or diving into something gloriously scrappy, Carol’s Quilt Shop stocks quality fabrics and patterns, plus quilting services when UFOs need a nudge. Friendly, low-key, and local, it keeps creative sparks flying all week.
Cravings, meet comfort classics: For no-fuss breakfasts and midday refuels, C’s Country Diner serves homestyle plates with friendly energy that makes weekdays easier. Cozy booths, hot coffee, and classic diner comfort are crafted by folks who genuinely like mornings.
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.
🎠Steel Magnolias @ Athens Theatre (DeLand) | Thursday (3/12) at 7:30 PM – An evening at the Athens Theatre means one thing, Steel Magnolias with big laughs, bigger hearts, and all the salon gossip you secretly miss. It’s funny, tender, and proudly Southern. PG, two and a half hours with a stretch-and-sip intermission, so bring tissues, not hairspray.
🚲 St. Jude Trike-A-Thon @ First Baptist Deland (DeLand) | Friday (3/13) at 9:00 AM – Nothing beats pint-sized speed demons doing good. The annual St. Jude Trike-A-Thon lets kiddos roll trikes, bikes, scooters, and big wheels to raise donations, while we form a loud cheer squad. Register online, share with relatives, and help hit the $3,500 goal.
🏷 Annual Rummage Sale @ Deltona Presbyterian Church | Friday (3/13) at 9:00 AM – Nothing beats a good rummage, especially when it’s DPC’s annual treasure hunt where you run into everyone you haven’t seen since the last potluck. Pick up quality finds, share a laugh, and feel virtuous about the price tag. Donations welcome earlier in the week.
🛠Interchangeable Bench Workshop @ Hammer & Stain DeLand | Friday (3/13) at 6:00 PM – Build a bench that earns its spot at this hands-on workshop, with 14 designs to choose from. Think entryway sanity saver, mudroom hero, patio showpiece. No flimsy flat pack vibes, just quality time, a little sawdust, and a seat you’ll brag about.
🍓 DeBary Strawberry Festival @ Gateway Park | Saturday (3/14) at 5:00 AM – DeBary’s Strawberry Festival takes over Gateway Park, with strawberry-laced treats, vendors hawking every red, sweet thing you can carry, and yes, Strawberry Shortcake. It’s free, family friendly, and dangerously snackable. Come for the nostalgia, stay for the jam, the merch, and the sugar rush.
🛍 Indie Market @ Natalia’s Garden Center (DeBary) | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Think your yard is ready for spring? Take a lazy lap through the indie market at Natalia’s Garden Center, then prove it with handmade finds, local coffee, fresh sourdough, and plant haul bragging rights. Real small businesses, real sunshine, zero big-box vibes.
✨ Firefly Nights @ Blue Spring State Park (Orange City) | Sunday (3/15) at 6:00 PM – Blue Spring State Park is lighting up after dark as fireflies turn the boardwalk into a slow-motion galaxy, and it’s worth leaving the couch. Grab the $14 after-hours pass per vehicle, tack on park admission, arrive early, and skip flashlights, bug spray, and firefly kidnapping.
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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đź“» Deltona report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 87°F – Low: 64°F – Precip: 15%
Patchy fog before 10am, then a slight chance of rain showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. West wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 64. South southeast wind 0 to 5 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 88°F – Low: 64°F – Precip: 13%
Patchy fog before 8am. 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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