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It’s Friday, Deltona! Let’s finish this week strong.
In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: Deputy rescues woman from a house fire, 8th Asian Street Food Market, and Unlikely Pairings Opening + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.
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📰 In the news
Safe haven for children: Family Renew Community provides free housing for homeless families in Volusia County, with 32 apartments across three campuses. Services help parents achieve stability and transition to permanent housing — read the full story.
Honoring lives through renewal: Stetson University in DeLand dedicated rebuilt Hulley Tower to three students killed in 1979, following a $6.7 million fundraising effort. About 500 people attended, honoring a 70-year campus landmark — read the full story.
Swift response in kitchen blaze: Volusia Deputy Austin Graham rescued a woman from a DeLand house fire last month, finding her unresponsive inside. She was hospitalized and is expected to recover — read the full story.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Someone Googled you this week: Whether you’re dating again, selling something locally, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up. Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are. Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you (or someone you care about) to clean up all that up – learn more here.
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Latin flavors, vegan vibes: De La Vega’s Vegan Heaven menu makes weeknights easy, with hibiscus tacos, jackfruit al pastor, and hearty enchiladas that satisfy. Even omnivore friends dig in, swap bites, and leave surprised at how full and happy they feel.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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🖼 Unlikely Pairings Opening @ ArtWorks DeLand | Friday (3/6) at 6:00 PM – DeLand, opening night at the gallery means unlikely pairings, two artists with clashing styles teaming up and somehow making magic. Think bold mashups, artist chats, and free food and wine that make small talk easier. It’s free, open to all, bring a friend.
🍜 8th Asian Street Food Market @ Artisan Alley Garage | Saturday (3/7) at 12:00 PM – If your taste buds want a getaway without white-knuckling I-4, the 8th Asian Streetfood Market lands in Volusia with vendors from Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, and home turf. Think smoky skewers, slurpable noodles, and bao worth lining up for. Come hungry, leave smug, repeat.
🧶 Make Your Own Hand Knit Chunky Blanket — Beginner Friendly @ West Volusia Moose Lodge | Saturday (3/7) at 1:00 PM – Consider this your low-drama therapy session at the Moose Lodge: make a chunky blanket by hand, no needles, no experience, just soft yarn and unhurried chatter. You’ll leave with a cozy 35-by-50 keeper and bragging rights, and yes, seats are limited, so claim yours.
🐎 March Speed Show & Spring Buckle Series @ West Volusia Saddle Club | Saturday (3/7) at 2:00 PM – If your idea of cardio is Barrels, Poles, and proving Senior Pro still means speedy, saddle up for the second stop in the Spring Buckle Series. Ride 3 of 4 to chase that shiny buckle, pre-register on Saddlebook, and skip the $10 procrastination tax.
🎨 5th Annual Spring Artisan Market @ Artisan Alley | Sunday (3/8) at 11:00 AM – If your spring cleaning accidentally cleared shelf space, Artisan Alley’s 5th annual spring market will fix that with handmade goods, art, and local vendors galore. It’s free to wander, free to park, and the kids get face paint and an Easter Bunny cameo.
✨ Fairy Hair Fun @ Artisan Alley Garage | Sunday (3/8) at 11:00 AM – Open-air market season is back for year five, and the mobile Fairy Hair crew is setting up with the For the Love of Shopping vendors. Snag last-minute Easter goodies, browse local finds, and get sparkle strands, because pollen fades, glitter survives. First come, first served.
🍦 Cheer Volunteer Information & Ice Cream Social @ DeLand Elks Lodge 1463 | Sunday (3/8) at 4:00 PM – DeLand Bulldogs Youth Football and Cheer are scooping up volunteers at an Elks Lodge ice cream social, sprinkles included. If you bring common sense, a clipboard, and Bulldog pride, come coach, help on game day, or keep the cheer squad on beat.
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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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📻 Deltona report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 84°F – Low: 64°F – Precip: 20%
Patchy fog before 9am, then a slight chance of rain showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 84. East southeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 64. East southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 85°F – Low: 65°F – Precip: 29%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 85. East southeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Mostly clear, with a low around 65. Southeast wind 0 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
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