The Daytona Beach News-Journal

The Halifax Journal was founded in 1883. In 1928, the Davidson family acquired the newspaper and managed it until it went bankrupt in 2009. In 1986, The Morning Journal and Evening News combined efforts to create a single morning publication. The newspaper launched its online services in 1994.

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Affordable housing at Hotel Putnam site in downtown DeLand advances

1 day ago | news-journalonline.com | Sheldon Gardner

An 84-unit affordable housing development proposed for the former Hotel Putnam site at 225 W. New York Ave. in downtown DeLand cleared a hurdle this week. City commissioners voted 3-1 to OK a parking plan that city staff recommended they reject, but residents and others advocated for the project during public comment. Commissioner Jessica Davis voted against the plan, and Commissioner Dan Reed was absent. "We need to get a cleaner parking plan, and I don't think we're there yet," Davis said. The Rev.
Blue-green algae spotted in Lorraine Lake in Deltona; health department issues warning

1 day ago | news-journalonline.com | Sheldon Gardner

The Florida Department of Health in Volusia County is warning people about the presence of blue-green algae, which can produce toxins, spotted Monday near the western shore of Lorraine Lake in Deltona. "Water sample testing is underway," according to the Florida Department of Health in Volusia County. "Blue-green algae have the potential to produce toxins.
Volusia residents, small businesses can still get financial help for Ian, Milton damage

2 days ago | news-journalonline.com | Sheldon Gardner

The deadline to apply for Volusia County's Homeowner Recovery Program for Hurricane Ian is April 29. The deadline to apply for a Small Business Administration Physical Disaster Loan for Hurricane Milton is April 27. People can learn more about serving in government at a Community Engagement Meeting this month. Volusia County residents have until 11:59 p.m. on April 29 to apply for financial help for Hurricane Ian damages through the Homeowner Recovery Program.
NSB's Jim Musante runs 45th straight Boston Marathon. DeLand's Chris Batista fastest local

3 days ago | news-journalonline.com | Ken Willis

New Smyrna Beach’s Jim Musante not only completed his 45th consecutive Boston Marathon, he continued a recent trend of bettering his previous year’s time. A year after surprising himself with a time of 3:34:02, Monday he bettered that time by nearly nine minutes, covering the famed 26.2-mile course in three hours, 25 minutes and five seconds. That 3:25:05 placed him 19th in the men’s 65-69 age group. He averaged a 7:50 mile pace and ran his final mile in 7:43.
'A shepherd for all': Volusia, Flagler residents and clergy mourn Pope Francis' passing

3 days ago | news-journalonline.com | Sheldon Gardner |Eileen Zaffiro-Kean

As members of the Catholic faith in Flagler and Volusia counties mourned the passing of Pope Francis on Monday, they lovingly recalled his legacy as one of tenderness and care for disadvantaged people around the world. Francis, 88, a humble reformer who sought to make the Catholic Church more inclusive much to the ire of some conservatives, died following a lengthy bout of double pneumonia, the Vatican announced Easter Monday, according to USA TODAY.
How do you grab a pelican? With great care, animal control officers learn in training

3 days ago | news-journalonline.com | Sheldon Gardner

When securing a pelican, it's best to grab the bird's bill first to avoid "being snapped at" while leaving its bill open so it can breathe, Volusia County animal control officers learned last week at the Marine Science Center in Ponce Inlet. Protective leather gloves should be worn when handling loons and gannets. These birds can lunge and stab with their bills. And as Volusia County Animal Control Officer Justin Fitzgerald learned firsthand, a towel can come in handy when picking up an egret.
NFL draft: Most notable late-round selections

3 days ago | news-journalonline.com | Jim Reineking

Jim ReinekingHere is a look at the most notable late-round draft picks in the modern era (since 1967) of the NFL's annual selection meeting. Players are listed by their respective draft spot. Jerry Lai, USA TODAY SportsJoe Klecko (1977 draft, sixth round, No. 144 overall) — Klecko was part of the New York Jets' famed "New York Sack Exchange.," registering 78 career sacks. The four-time Pro Bowl selection and two-time All-Pro was a 2023 inductee into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
2 hospitalized after car slams through building in Daytona Beach

4 days ago | news-journalonline.com | Ashley Varese

The Daytona Beach Fire Department responded to a two-car accident Saturday afternoon in which one of the vehicles crashed into a building, according to a post on the department's Facebook page. The accident occurred at the intersection of Seabreeze Boulevard and North Peninsula Drive. A silver Hyundai Ioniq went up on the sidewalk and crashed through the glass doors of 244 Seabreeze Blvd., which according to Google Maps, is Goldfingers Aesthetics & Plastic Surgery.
If it's mid-April, Team Musante is on the run at Boston Marathon and 5K

5 days ago | news-journalonline.com | Ken Willis

Ken WillisDaytona Beach News-JournalJim Musante has improved his marathon times in recent years, attributing his success to increased cycling and favorable weather conditions. Kitty Musante, Jim's wife, will participate in the Boston 5K, having retired from marathons after her 12th Boston Marathon eight years ago. In terms of springtime migration to New England, only the warblers and bluebirds can match the consistency of New Smyrna Beach’s Kitty and Jim Musante. If it’s April, they’re preparing.
4 Volusia-Flagler teams crack FHSAA flag football playoff brackets

5 days ago | news-journalonline.com | Chris Vinel

Chris VinelDaytona Beach News-JournalFour Volusia-Flagler area flag football teams qualified for the FHSAA regional quarterfinals. Spruce Creek and New Smyrna Beach remain the top-ranked local teams, ranked 18th and 58th in the state, respectively. Four Volusia-Flagler area flag football programs saw their 2025 seasons continue Friday.