DeLand-based real estate agency Bee Realty Corp recently welcomed three new agents to its family of Realtors: Heath Kindt, Jayne Balta and Jackie DeSousa. The three new agents help make up a group of ...

Greg Heeter’s recent Guest Commentary “Riding a bike is risky in DeLand” really struck a chord … or rather, a pedal with me. Our small-town community has so many charming things — quaint Downtown ...

Volusia County Schools has submitted a grant request for $254,250 for elementary music programs. The goal, according to the request, is “To implement and support comprehensive music education programs ...

Editor, The Beacon: I'd like to share a question my granddaughter asked her mother about the world events of the past few days. My granddaughter was concerned about the bombings and talk of war. Her ...

DeLand High School’s theater and choral programs are combining their talents once again. Tickets are available at the door and cost $10 for adults and $5 for students with IDs. All shows begin at 7 ...

With events including a gala, a parade and a celebration at Earl Brown Park, DeLandites and people from all over West Volusia came out to remember Dr. Martin Luther King […] ...

I served in the U.S. Army in Vietnam. When I tell people now that I was in the military, their reflexive response is, “Thank you for your service.” My reflexive response is, “Please, vote.” ...

Just in time for Thanksgiving, Aldi has announced it is cutting prices of many popular holiday-feast items. “With inflation still looming, we’re providing shoppers extra relief to make the holidays a ...

This is a response to one of Tanner Andrews’ opinion columns. (I do wish you could print poetry in your newspaper). But it is a recording that you hear. They claim to value your business, a lie. Many ...

Two words combined too generously summarize Donald Trump’s presidential and post-presidential legacy: criminal irresponsibility. The trail is long, and the scope is wide. He is the “Worst President ...

Plans to build an industrial and commercial park near Cassadaga Road and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Beltway are moving forward, but not without controversy. At the heart of the debate: the removal of ...

DeLand Pride hosted a rollicking and joyful festival March 19 in Artisan Alley and Cafe DaVinci. Local vendors set up along the alley and in the Artisan Alley Garage. Drag shows were an all-day affair ...