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Deltona, Florida

Deltona is a city in Volusia County, Florida, United States. It is located on the northern shore of Lake Monroe. As of the 2020 census, the city population was 93,692. It is a principal city of the Deltona–Daytona Beach–Ormond Beach metropolitan area, which was home to an estimated 685,344 people in 2021. It is the third largest city in the Greater Orlando combined statistical area.

The city, previously known as Deltona Lakes, was originally established as a planned residential community, and was master-planned and developed by the General Development Corporation and the Mackle Brothers. Since its opening in 1962, the community rapidly grew from a small subdivision to becoming one of largest cities in Central Florida by the end of the 20th century, largely in part by the Mackle Brothers' worldwide marketing efforts showcasing small low maintenance homes offered at affordable prices. The city is mostly residential, and primarily serves as a commuter town for the nearby cities of Orlando and Daytona Beach, as well as its surrounding communities.

History
The area of current Deltona and surrounding communities was originally inhabited by nomadic Timucuans, who found fish and fresh water to be plentiful in the area. After Florida became a state in 1845, steamboats began to make regular trips up the St. Johns River to Lake Monroe. George Sauls, a former secret agent for the Confederacy during the American Civil War, along with his wife Adeline and six children, were the first settlers in the area in 1859. The area was located approximately 3 mi north of the community of Osteen. Sauls' homestead caught fire in 1972, but it would eventually be designated as a historical site by the Volusia County Historical Commission, and the street, originally named Barranca, was renamed George Sauls Street in 1977. It was decommissioned as a historical site in 2000, and its site marker has since been relocated to the nearby Osteen Cemetery, with maintenance overseen by the Volusia County Preservation Board.

What now constitutes the city was originally developed in 1962 as Deltona Lakes by Elliott, Robert and Frank Mackle as a planned residential community through the purchase of 17,203 acres of land. The development would open to potential land buyers on November 18, 1962, and included out-parcels for drainage retention, apartments, churches, parks, commercial centers, an industrial area, a community center, and a golf course. Deltona Lakes was heavily marketed throughout the United States, including Ohio, Illinois, Indiana and Michigan. Sales representatives would also market in places such as Germany, Puerto Rico, Latin America and the Far East.

By November 1965, just one year after its opening, Deltona Lakes grew to a population of nearly 1,600, nearly 1,000 homes were built or under construction, and had more than 120 miles of paved roads or roads being surfaced. By September 1966, Deltona Lakes came to attract more families, growing to a population of 2,413, and a student enrollment of more than 200, resulting in soaring property sales of up to US$60 million. In April 1967, more than 30 civic, social, charitable and fraternal clubs would form, including a civic association, a men's and women's golf association, a shuffle board club, and a bicycle club. By 1970, Deltona Lakes had an estimated population of 4,868 and would continue to grow in population throughout the 1970s and 1980s, reaching a population of 51,828 by 1990.

The residents of Deltona Lakes attempted to incorporate it as a city in 1987 and 1990, but were not successful until 1995. A city charter was adopted on September 9, 1995, and a seven-member city commission was elected. Deltona Lakes was incorporated as a city on December 31, 1995, with its name shortened to Deltona.

By 2000, the city grew to a population of 69,543 people, surpassing Daytona Beach as the most populous city in Volusia County. After the city's incorporation, regular city meetings would be held on the second floor of the now-defunct SouthTrust Bank building on Deltona Boulevard, until the first city hall began construction in 2001. The US$7 million project would complete for opening on March 16, 2002. On December 3, 2002, ground broke for the development of the Deltona satellite campus of Daytona State College (then known as Daytona Beach Community College), adjacent to Deltona City Hall. The campus opened in August 2004.

On August 6, 2004, four men broke into a home and beat six people and a dog to death with baseball bats, making it the deadliest mass murder in Volusia County history.

In recent years, new measures have been taken by city officials to begin attracting new businesses and industries into the city. Specially zoned areas in the city have been designated to allow for the development of upscale office facilities, light industrial space, health care facilities, warehousing and distribution facilities, commercial recreational facilities, and lodging services.

Geography and climate
Deltona is located in southwestern Volusia County in Central Florida approximately 25 mi inland from the Atlantic Ocean, halfway between Daytona Beach and Orlando. It is bordered by Lake Helen and Cassadaga on the north, DeLand on the northwest, Orange City on the west, DeBary on the southwest, Enterprise on the south, and Osteen on the southeast. It is included in the Deltona–Daytona Beach–Ormond Beach Metropolitan Statistical Area and the larger Orlando–Lakeland–Deltona Combined Statistical Area.

The majority of the land in the city is of karst topography, characterized by rolling hills and an abundant amount of lakes. The St. Johns River passes through Lake Monroe, directly south of the city. The United States Geological Survey lists the city's elevation at 33 ft above sea level at a point near Deltona's geographic center. Elevations range from 20 ft to 112 ft above sea level. , according to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 41.1 sqmi, 37.5 sqmi of which is land and 3.5 sqmi of which is water.

Deltona's climate is classified as a humid subtropical climate in the Cfa Köppen climate classification, meaning it typically has hot, humid summers and mild winters. The record high temperature is 103 °F recorded in July 1998, with a record low of 19 °F recorded in January 1985. Rainfall averages around 53 in a year, with the wettest months being June through September. The hurricane season lasts from June 1 to November 30, with September as the most susceptible month to hurricanes. The most powerful hurricane to strike Deltona since its incorporation was Charley in 2004, during which the eye of the hurricane passed directly over the city; that same year, the city would also suffer from the effects of hurricanes Frances and Jeanne.

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 93,692 people, 30,585 households, and 22,975 families residing in the city.

As of the 2010 United States census, there were 85,182 people, 29,400 households, and 22,459 families residing in the city.

The 2010 U.S. Census data indicated that 30.2% of the city's population were Hispanic or Latino. The majority of Hispanic residents in Deltona were Puerto Rican, and made up 20.7% of the population. 1.8% of the population were Cuban, 1.6% of the population were Mexican, 1.5% of the population were Dominican, and 4.6% of the population were of other Hispanic or Latino origin,.

2000 census
In 2000, 32.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55% were married couples living together, 15.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.7% were non-families. Of all households, 38.3% were made up of individuals, and 26.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.

As of 2000, the median income for a household in the city was $50,058. Males had a median income of $34,478 versus $27,230 for females. The per capita income for the city was $21,019. About 11.1% of the population were below the poverty line.

As of 2000, English spoken as a first language accounted for 81.39% of all residents, while 18.60% spoke other languages as their mother tongue. The most significant were Spanish speakers who made up 15.85% of the population, while Italian came up as the third most spoken language, which made up 0.71%, and French was at fourth, with 0.58% of the population.

Government and infrastructure
Deltona operates under a commission–manager form of government, consisting of seven elected officials, and an appointed city manager. Residents elect, through non-partisan elections, a mayor who represents the city at-large and six commission members who each represent a specific district of the community. Elected officials serve four-year terms, with a limit of two successive four-year terms. The mayor serves as the presiding officer at official meetings and as the ceremonial head of the city. A vice mayor is elected annually by the city commission from among the commission members. The current mayor is Santiago Avila Jr, who was elected into office in November 2022.

No invocation is normally recited at the start of City Commission meetings. However, in June, 2017, the national group Americans United for Separation of Church and State, acting on behalf of a Deltona resident, contacted the city's attorneys to advise them that the reading of passages from the Bible by City Commissioner Christopher Alcantara allegedly violates the Establishment Clause of the First Amendment of the United States Constitution. The city responded that “engaging in the recitation of Biblical verse during a public meeting is not in and of itself enough for an Establishment Clause violation.”

Citywide public bus transportation and paratransit service is provided by Votran, a public transit service governed by the County of Volusia. SunRail provides commuter rail service to the Orlando area in the neighboring city of DeBary via Votran feeder bus service to the DeBary station, and a 275-space park and ride. The closest major passenger airport to Deltona is Orlando International Airport, located approximately 33 mi south. Additional commercial airline service is provided at Orlando Sanford International Airport, approximately 9 mi south, and Daytona Beach International Airport, approximately 22 mi northeast. Deltona's only limited-access highway is Interstate 4, and traverses through the city's western boundary. Other major highways include Florida State Road 472, which terminates near the city limit in northwestern Deltona at Howland Boulevard, and Florida State Road 415, which traverses through the city's southeastern boundary.

The city's water supply and wastewater management is overseen by Deltona Water, a division of the City of Deltona's Public Works Department, with some areas managed by the Volusia County Water Resources and Utilities division. Its main water supply comes from the Floridan aquifer system, one of the most productive aquifers in the world. Commercial solid waste (trash and garbage collection), and yard waste services are offered through Waste Pro. Natural gas is provided by Florida Public Utilities. Electric power service is provided by Florida Power & Light and Duke Energy. Wired telephone service is provided by AT&T and CenturyLink. Cable television is provided by Spectrum.

Economy
, 60.0% of the population aged 16 years and over was in the labor force, with 52.7% employed and 7.2% unemployed. 32.4% of the population worked in sales and office occupations; 24.8% worked in management, business, science and arts occupations; 20.7% in service occupations; 11.5% in production, transportation, and material moving occupations; and 10.6% in natural resources, construction, and maintenance occupations. The industries for which the city's inhabitants worked were 20.0% educational, health, and social services; 15.4% retail trade; 10.7% professional, scientific, management, administrative and waste management services; 9.5% arts, entertainment, recreation, accommodation and food services; 7.7% manufacturing; 7.6% finance, insurance, real estate, and rental and leasing; 7.2% construction; 6.3% public administration; 5.1% transportation, warehousing and utilities; 4.5% other services (except public administration); 3.5% information; 2.2% wholesale trade; and 0.4% agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, and mining. 82.7% of workers worked in the private sector, 12.7% in government, and 4.6% self-employed in unincorporated businesses. 85.9% of the population commute to work by driving alone in own car, with 8.1% consisting of carpoolers, 3.3% worked from home, 0.5% walked to work, 0.4% used public transportation (excluding taxicab), and 1.7% used other means to travel to work. The average commute time for workers is 32 minutes.

Fitch, Moody's, and Standard & Poor's rated Deltona bonds as "AA-" from 2013 to 2014. Fitch attributed Deltona's small commercial sector to the city being a "largely residential and mostly built-out community", but did acknowledge the city's improving unemployment rate, dropping from a peak of 12% in 2010 to 6.4% in June 2014. , the largest employers in the city include Daytona State College, followed by Publix Supermarkets, and Walmart.

Education
According to the 2010 American Community Survey, 14.2% of all adults over the age of 25 in Deltona have obtained a bachelor's degree, which was below the national average of 27.2% of adults over 25, and 84.7% of Deltona residents over the age of 25 have earned a high school diploma, as compared to the national average of 85.0%. Deltona had approximately 11,877 students enrolled in its public schools in the 2012–2013 school year. Three private schools are located in the city, offering both primary and secondary education. Higher education is offered by Bethune-Cookman University and Daytona State College through satellite campuses located in the city.

Public primary and secondary education is handled by Volusia County Schools (VCS). VCS operates 2 high schools (Deltona High School and Pine Ridge High School), 3 middle schools (Galaxy, Heritage and Deltona Middle Schools) and 7 elementary schools within city limits. One elementary school is located in unincorporated Deltona, and four public schools in neighboring communities serve outer portions of the city. In 2010, the Florida Department of Education awarded all public elementary and middle schools in the city "A" or "B" grades based on their performance on the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test. In 2013, both public high schools in the city received a "B."

Elementary schools Middle schools
 * Deltona Lakes Elementary School
 * Discovery Elementary School
 * Forest Lake Elementary School
 * Friendship Elementary School
 * Pride Elementary School
 * Spirit Elementary School
 * Sunrise Elementary School
 * Timbercrest Elementary School
 * Deltona Middle School
 * Galaxy Middle School
 * Heritage Middle School

High schools Private schools Additional public schools serving Deltona
 * Deltona High School
 * Pine Ridge High School
 * Deltona Adventist School
 * Deltona Christian School
 * Good Shepherd Academy
 * Trinity Christian Academy
 * University High School (in Orange City)
 * Enterprise Elementary School (in Enterprise)
 * Osteen Elementary School (in Osteen)
 * Volusia Pines Elementary School (in Lake Helen)

Footnotes

Media and culture
Deltona is a part of the Orlando–Daytona Beach–Melbourne media market, which is the 33rd largest radio market and the eighteenth largest television market in the United States. Its primary daily newspapers are the Orlando Sentinel, The Daytona Beach News-Journal, and the West Volusia Beacon. The city is also served by El Sentinel, the Spanish-language counterpart of the Orlando Sentinel and the city run Deltona TV which live streams city commission meetings and original programing online.

The city has one public library, the Deltona Regional Library, a branch of the Volusia County Public Library system which consists of the main library, an environmental learning center, and a 1,000-seat outdoor amphitheater built for community gatherings and educational instruction. The 50000 sqfoot facility received a Silver Certification from the U.S. Green Building Council. The library is adjacent to the Lyonia Preserve, a 360-acre (146 ha) joint project between Volusia County's Land Acquisition & Management Division and the District School Board. The purpose of the project is to restore and maintain the area's endangered scrub habitat. The Lyonia Environmental Center, located at the library, serves to encourage discovery and exploration of Volusia County's ecosystems and foster community involvement in conservation efforts.

Notable people

 * Chad Brown (born 1996), basketball player in the Israeli Basketball Premier League
 * Montana DuRapau, former MLB pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates
 * Paxton Lynch, former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback
 * John Masiarcyzk Sr., former first and third mayor of Deltona
 * Dennis Mulder, business owner and the former second mayor of Deltona
 * David Santiago, former city commissioner, vice mayor and current Florida State Representative representing the 27th district

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Edgewater, Volusia County, Florida

Edgewater is a city in Volusia County, Florida, United States, situated along the Indian River North, adjacent to the Mosquito Lagoon. It is a part of the Deltona–Daytona Beach–Ormond Beach, FL metropolitan statistical area. As of the 2020 US census, the city had a population of 23,097.

A settlement in the area was established by John Milton Hawks. It was incorporated in 1915 as the Town of Hawks Park and kept the name Hawks Park until 1924 when the Florida Legislature renamed as the City of Edgewater.

Geography
Edgewater is located at 28.96386°N, -80.90477°W.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 58.5 km2, with 57.5 km2 (98.25%) of land, and 1.0 km2 (1.65%) of water. It runs parallel to the Indian River and is largely influenced by the water, which generates tourism, the main contributor to the city's economy.

Demographics
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 23,097 people, 10,927 households, and 6,374 families residing in the city.

As of the 2010 United States census, there were 20,750 people, 8,605 households, and 5,612 families residing in the city.

In 2010, the population density was 934.0 PD/sqmi. There were 9,929 total housing units at an average density of 447 /sqmi.

In 2010, there were 8,786 households, out of which 22.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.0% were married couples living together, 12.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.4% were non-families. 26.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.36 and the average family size was 2.79.

In 2010, in the city, the population was spread out, with 19.2% under the age of 18, 4.7% from 20 to 24, 21.6% from 25 to 44, 30.0% from 45 to 64, and 22.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46.7 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.6 males.

In 2010, the median income for a household in the city was $47,750, and the median income for a family was $35,852. Males had a median income of $27,453 versus $21,999 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,017. About 6.4% of families and 9.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.0% of those under age 18 and 4.9% of those age 65 or over.

Elected city officials

 * Diezel DePew, Mayor (term ends 2026)
 * Charlotte Gillis, Councilperson, District 1 (term ends 2026)
 * Gigi Bennington, Councilperson, District 2 (term ends 2024)
 * Debbie Dolbow, Councilperson, District 3 (term ends 2026)
 * Jonah Powers, Councilperson, District 4 (term ends 2024)

Economy
Local businesses include those in the construction, boat, garment, and honey industries. Recent studies show a workforce with 10 percent underemployed. The city is within an hour's drive of seven colleges and universities and an Advanced Technology Center. The education, healthcare, and government sectors are the area's largest employers.

Notable people

 * Adam Lovell, founder and owner of WriteAPrisoner.com
 * Cindy Lovell, educator and writer
 * Peter Wolf Toth, sculptor
 * Tilly van der Zwaard, Dutch athlete

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Glencoe, Florida

Glencoe is a census-designated place (CDP) in Volusia County, Florida, United States. The population was 2,582 at the 2010 census.

Geography
Glencoe is located at 29.00972°N, -80.96583°W (29.009764, -80.965759).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 16.64 sqkm, of which 16.55 sqkm is land, and 0.095 sqkm (0.57%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,485 people, 975 households, and 740 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 125.4 /km2. There were 1,033 housing units at an average density of 52.1 /km2. The racial makeup of the CDP was 97.99% White, 1.09% African American, 0.16% Native American, 0.12% Asian, 0.04% Pacific Islander, and 0.60% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.97% of the population.

There were 975 households, out of which 31.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.5% were married couples living together, 10.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.1% were non-families. 18.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.54 and the average family size was 2.86.

In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 23.0% under the age of 18, 6.3% from 18 to 24, 26.9% from 25 to 44, 27.2% from 45 to 64, and 16.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 99.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.4 males.

The median income for a household in the CDP was $36,915, and the median income for a family was $45,958. Males had a median income of $36,383 versus $23,793 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $21,816. About 4.6% of families and 5.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.5% of those under age 18 and 4.3% of those age 65 or over.

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Holly Hill, Florida

Holly Hill is a city in Volusia County, Florida, United States. Holly Hill's city limits lie entirely on the Florida mainland, unlike the larger cities on either side of it, Daytona Beach and Ormond Beach, which encompass both the mainland and the beachfront barrier island across the Halifax River. The population was 12,958 at the 2020 census.

Geography
Holly Hill is located at 29.24389°N, -81.04639°W (29.243808, –81.046476).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.5 sqmi, of which 3.9 sqmi is land and 0.6 sqmi (13.94%) is water.

History
Holly Hill was incorporated on July 1, 1901. The original intention for incorporation was to force local owners of razorback hogs to keep their livestock penned up.

2010 and 2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 12,958 people, 5,530 households, and 2,695 families residing in the city.

As of the 2010 United States census, there were 11,659 people, 5,388 households, and 2,592 families residing in the city.

2000 census
At the 2000 census there were 12,119 people in 5,583 households, including 2,998 families, in the city. The population density was 3,113.5 PD/sqmi. There were 6,148 housing units at an average density of 1,579.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 87.10% White, 8.97% African American, 0.36% Native American, 1.00% Asian, 0.02% Pacific Islander, 0.91% from other races, and 1.63% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.69%.

Of the 5,583 households in 2000, 22.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 34.9% were married couples living together, 13.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 46.3% were non-families. 36.9% of households were one person and 17.2% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.14 and the average family size was 2.77.

In 2000, the age distribution was 19.9% under the age of 18, 7.0% from 18 to 24, 28.4% from 25 to 44, 23.5% from 45 to 64, and 21.2% 65 or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.6 males.

In 2000, the median household income was $26,651 and the median family income was $29,154. Males had a median income of $25,946 versus $19,178 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,098. About 13.5% of families and 16.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 23.4% of those under age 18 and 12.1% of those age 65 or over.

Government
Holly Hill's form of government is commission-manager.

Elected city officials

 * Chris Via, Mayor
 * John Penny, Vice Mayor and City Commissioner, District 1
 * Penny Currie, City Commissioner, District 2
 * John C. Danio, City Commissioner, District 3
 * Roy Johnson, City Commissioner, District 4

Appointed

 * Joseph Forte, City Manager
 * Valerie Manning, City Clerk
 * Scott Simpson, City Attorney
 * Byron Williams, Chief of Police

Notable people

 * Larry Flynn, racing driver
 * William S. McCoy, lived and worked in Holly Hill as a skilled yacht builder, prior to his entry into rum-running

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Lake Helen, Florida

Lake Helen is a city in Volusia County, Florida, United States. It is part of the Deltona–Daytona Beach–Ormond Beach, Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 2,842 at the 2020 census.

Geography
Lake Helen is located at 28.98333°N, -81.23278°W (28.983463, –81.232870).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 11.8 km2, of which 11.5 km2 is land and 0.3 km2 (2.82%) is water.

Climate
The climate for the City of Lake Helen is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Lake Helen has a humid subtropical climate zone, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2010 and 2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 2,842 people, 923 households, and 650 families residing in the city.

As of the 2010 United States census, there were 2,624 people, 1,049 households, and 767 families residing in the city.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,743 people, 1,124 households, and 774 families residing in the city. The population density was 650.1 PD/sqmi. There were 1,204 housing units at an average density of 285.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 87.02% White, 10.68% African American, 0.29% Native American, 0.29% Asian, 0.04% Pacific Islander, 0.95% from other races, and 0.73% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.95% of the population.

In 2000, there were 1,124 households, out of which 26.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.0% were married couples living together, 12.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.1% were non-families. 25.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.44 and the average family size was 2.91.

In 2000, in the city, the population was spread out, with 22.3% under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 24.6% from 25 to 44, 25.7% from 45 to 64, and 20.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 89.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.1 males.

In 2000, the median income for a household in the city was $34,577, and the median income for a family was $39,688. Males had a median income of $30,000 versus $22,774 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,158. About 7.5% of families and 9.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.4% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.

In the media
An episode of WCW Monday Nitro from February 17, 1997, featured a home movie filmed during the preceding week by NWO members Kevin Nash, Scott Hall and Syxx. In the video the three are driving through Lake Helen as the city's name appears on the side of a building that is captured on the video. The NWO members cross paths with the Steiner Brothers in their car and run them off the road.

Notable people
Civil rights attorney and leader Isiah C. Smith was born in Lake Helen.

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New Smyrna Beach, Florida

New Smyrna Beach is a city in Volusia County, Florida, United States, located on the central east coast of the state, with the Atlantic Ocean to the east. The downtown section of the city is located on the west side of the Indian River and the Indian River Lagoon system. The Coronado Beach Bridge crosses the Intracoastal Waterway just south of Ponce de Leon Inlet, connecting the mainland with the beach on the coastal barrier island. Its population is 30,142 in 2020 by the United States Census Bureau.

The surrounding area offers many opportunities for outdoor recreation; these include fishing, sailing, motorboating, golfing, and hiking. Visitors participate in water sports of all kinds, including swimming, scuba diving, kitesurfing, and surfing. In July 2009, New Smyrna Beach was ranked number nine on the list of "best surf towns" in Surfer. It was recognized as "one of the world's top 20 surf towns" by National Geographic in 2012. It has also been dubbed "The Shark Bite Capital of the World."

New Smyrna Beach's motto is cygnus inter anates, which is Latin for "a swan among ducks." The city is located in the so-called "Fun Coast" region of the state of Florida, a regional term created by the Daytona Beach/Halifax area Chamber of Commerce. This coincides with the local area code 386, which spells FUN on touchtone phones.

History

The area was first settled by Europeans in 1768, when Scottish physician Dr. Andrew Turnbull, a friend of James Grant, the governor of British East Florida, established the colony of New Smyrna. Dr. Turnbull had married Gracia Dura Bin (some sources give her name as Maria Gracia Rubini), the daughter of a Greek London merchant from the Ottoman city of Smyrna (modern-day İzmir in Turkey) and named the settlement in honor of his wife's birthplace, and the homeland of some of those in his future labor force who were Greek from the Mani peninsula. No one had previously attempted to settle so many people at one time in a town in North America.

Turnbull recruited about 1,300 settlers, intending for them to grow hemp, sugarcane, and indigo, as well as to produce rum, at his plantation on the northeastern Atlantic coast of Florida. The majority of the colonists came from Menorca (historically called "Minorca" in English), one of the Mediterranean Balearic Islands of Spain, and were of Catalan culture and language. Around 500 or so came from the Mani peninsula of Greece.

Although the colony produced relatively large amounts of processed indigo in its first few years of operation, it eventually collapsed after suffering major losses due to insect-borne diseases and Indian raids, and growing tensions caused by mistreatment of the colonists on the part of Turnbull and his overseers. The survivors, about 600 in number, marched nearly 70 miles north on the King's Road and relocated to St. Augustine, where their descendants live to this day. In 1783, East and West Florida were returned to the Spanish, and Turnbull abandoned his colony to retire in Charleston, South Carolina.

The St. Photios Greek Orthodox National Shrine on St. George Street in St. Augustine honors the Greeks among the settlers of New Smyrna; they were the first Greek Orthodox followers in North America. The historical exhibit adjoining the chapel tells the story of their plight, with accompanying exhibits, and of their contributions to the city.

Central Florida remained sparsely populated by white settlers well into the 19th century, and it was frequently raided by Seminole Indians trying to protect their territory. United States troops fought against them in the Seminole Wars, but they were never completely dislodged.

During the Civil War, on March 23, 1862, portions of the 3rd Florida Infantry Regiment defeated a small U.S. naval force that was attempting to land near New Smyrna. Later on, in 1863, the "Stone Wharf" was shelled by Union gunboats.

In 1887, when New Smyrna was incorporated, it had a population of 150. In 1892, Henry Flagler provided service to the town via his Florida East Coast Railway. This led to a rapid increase in the area's population. Its economy grew as tourism was added to its citrus and commercial fishing industries.

During Prohibition in the 1920s, the city and its river islands were popular sites for moonshine stills and hideouts for rum runners, who came from the Bahamas through Mosquito Inlet, now Ponce de León Inlet. "New Smyrna" became "New Smyrna Beach" in 1947, when the city annexed the seaside community of Coronado Beach. Today, it is a resort town of over 20,000 permanent residents.

Like St. Augustine, established by the Spanish, New Smyrna has been under the rule of four "flags": the British, Spanish, United States (from 1821, with ratification of the Adams–Onís Treaty), and the Confederate Jack. After the end of the Civil War in 1865, it returned with Florida to the United States.

Geography
The approximate coordinates for the City of New Smyrna Beach is located at 29.03056°N, -80.92528°W. According to the United States Census Bureau, it has a total area of 98.0 km2; 89.7 km2 of it are land, and 0.8 km2 of it (8.46%) is covered by water. It is bordered by the city of Port Orange to the northwest, unincorporated Volusia County to the north, the census-designated place of Samsula-Spruce Creek to the west, and the cities of Edgewater and Bethune Beach and the Canaveral National Seashore to the south. Bounded on the east by the Atlantic Ocean, New Smyrna Beach is on the Indian River. The city is connected to other parts of the state by Interstate 95, U.S. Route 1, and State Road 44.

Climate
Like the rest of Florida north of Lake Okeechobee, New Smyrna Beach has a humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa) climate characterized by hot, humid summers and warm, mostly dry winters. The rainy season lasts from May until October, and the dry season, from November to April. New Smyrna averages only about two freezes per year, and many species of subtropical plants and palms are grown in the area. The city has recorded snowfall only three times in its 250-year history. The summers are long and hot, with frequent severe thunderstorms in the afternoon, as central Florida is the lightning capital of North America. Winters are pleasant with frequent sunny skies and dry weather.

Weather hazards include hurricanes from June until November, though direct hits are rare. Hurricane Charley exited over New Smyrna Beach on August 13, 2004, after crossing the state in a northeastern direction from its initial landfall in Punta Gorda. The storm caused extensive damage to the beachside portion of the city and toppled many historic oak trees in the downtown area and along historic Flagler Avenue.

Demographics
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 30,142 people, 13,223 households, and 7,653 families residing in the city.

As of 2013, the population continues to increase with new condominium development.

As of the 2010 United States census, there were 22,464 people, 10,754 households, and 6,422 families residing in the city.

As of the census of 2010, the population density was 724.1 PD/sqmi. The 16,647 housing units averaged 491.9 per square mile (189.9/km2).

Of the 11,074 households in 2010, 14.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.1% were married couples living together, 9.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 42.9% were not families. About 35.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.01 and the average family size was 2.54.

In 2010, in the city, the population was distributed as 13.9% under the age of 18, 3.6% from 20 to 24, 17.9% from 25 to 44, 31.3% from 45 to 64, and 31.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 54.3 years. Females were 52.1% of the population, and males were 47.9%.

In 2010, the median income for a household in the city was $49,625, and for a family was $62,267. Males had a median income of $38,132 versus $32,087 for females. The per capita income for the city was $31,013. About 10.9% of families and 13.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 21.9% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those aged 65 or over.

Education

All public education is run by Volusia County Schools.

Elementary schools

 * Chisholm Elementary School
 * Coronado Beach Elementary School
 * Indian River Elementary School
 * Read-Pattillo Elementary School

Middle school

 * New Smyrna Beach Middle School

High school

 * New Smyrna Beach High School

Charter school

 * Burns Science and Technology (K-12)

Private School

 * Sacred Heart School (private Catholic, 6-12)

Higher education

 * Daytona State College (New Smyrna Beach Campus)

Culture
Named one of "America's Top Small Cities for the Arts", New Smyrna Beach is home to the Atlantic Center for the Arts, an artists-in-residence community and educational facility, the Harris House, the Little Theatre, and a gallery of fine arts, Arts on Douglas.

Popular amongst tourists, roosters roam the main drag of Flagler Avenue. They are thought to be a result of abandonment by locals (as only hens are permitted for personal use).

The New Smyrna Speedway is a half-mile paved racetrack opened in 1967 that currently hosts the ARCA Menards Series East, NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour, Southern Super Series and World Series of Asphalt Stock Car Racing.

Shark attacks
According to the International Shark Attack File maintained by the University of Florida, in 2007, Volusia County had more confirmed shark bites than any other region in the world. Experts from the university have referred to the county as having the "dubious distinction as the world's shark-bite capital". The trend continued in 2008, when the town broke its own record, with 24 shark bites. An Orlando Sentinel photographer shot a picture of a four-foot spinner shark jumping over a surfer, a reversal of "jumping the shark". Sharks bit three different surfers on September 18, 2016, in the span of a few hours at the same beach. Very few of the shark bites are fatal.

Government
Elected city government officials include:
 * Fred Cleveland – Mayor
 * Valli Perrine – Vice Mayor and Zone 1 Commissioner
 * Lisa Martin – Zone 2 Commissioner
 * Jason McGuirk – Zone 3 Commissioner
 * Randy Hartman – Zone 4 Commissioner

Notable people

 * Joseph Barbara, actor best known for the soap opera Another World
 * Emory L. Bennett, United States Army soldier in the Korean War, Medal of Honor winner
 * The Beu Sisters, music recording artists
 * Joyce Cusack, Florida politician and retired registered nurse
 * Suzanne Kosmas, Former U.S. Representative for Florida's 24th congressional district
 * Jimmy McMillan, political activist, perennial candidate, Vietnam War veteran, and founder of the Rent is Too Damn High political party
 * Walter M. Miller, Jr., author of A Canticle for Liebowitz
 * Jack Mitchell, photographer and author of dance and iconic artist images
 * Preston Pardus, American stock car racing driver
 * Jim Parsley, American stock car racing driver

Athletes

 * Dallas Baker, University of Florida alumnus, and professional football wide receiver, current assistant football coach at Buffalo Bulls
 * Perry Baker, professional rugby player with the United States national rugby sevens team
 * Laura Brown, former American college and professional golfer
 * Wes Chandler, University of Florida alumnus, and professional football player in the NFL for 11 seasons during the 1970s and 1980s
 * Eric Geiselman, professional surfer with the world surf league
 * Chris Isaac, former quarterback with the Ottawa Rough Riders of the CFL
 * Raheem Mostert, football running back and kickoff returner for the Miami Dolphins in the NFL
 * Duffy Waldorf, professional golfer, former member of the PGA Tour who plays on the Champions Tour

title: New Smyrna Beach, Florida


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North DeLand, Florida

North DeLand is a census-designated place (CDP) in Volusia County, Florida, United States. The population was 1,510 at the 2020 census.

Geography
North DeLand is located at 29.04694°N, -81.29778°W (29.046854, -81.297914).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 1.4 sqkm, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,327 people, 532 households, and 347 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 868.4/km$2$ (2,253.7/mi2). There were 563 housing units at an average density of 368.4/km$2$ (956.2/mi2). The racial makeup of the CDP was 90.96% White, 2.56% African American, 0.68% Native American, 1.73% Asian, 2.11% from other races, and 1.96% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 7.69% of the population.

There were 532 households, out of which 29.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.0% were married couples living together, 16.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.6% were non-families. 26.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.49 and the average family size was 2.99.

In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 25.8% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 28.3% from 25 to 44, 22.1% from 45 to 64, and 16.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.0 males.

The median income for a household in the CDP was $30,288, and the median income for a family was $44,583. Males had a median income of $29,408 versus $28,542 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $17,489. About 7.4% of families and 11.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.9% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.

title: North DeLand, Florida


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Oak Hill, Florida

Oak Hill is a city in Volusia County, Florida, United States. It is part of the Deltona–Daytona Beach–Ormond Beach, Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 1,986 at the 2020 census.

History
The first inhabitants of what would become Oak Hill were the Timucuan Indians, who lived along the shore from c. 2000 BCE to 1500 CE, when European settlers started to arrive. In 1564, the French illustrator, Jacques LeMoyne, made a map showing an Indian village named Surruque el Viejo near el Baradero de Suroc. The name "Oak Hill" seems to have been first used by seasonal northern loggers c. 1850.

Florida became a state in 1845, and British and American permanent settlers started to arrive. They began to displace the various tribes, including the Seminoles, who fought back. One Seminole War raid in 1856 resulted in four deaths. A resident, Arad Shelton, took their bodies north to New Smyrna Beach by wagon.

By the Civil War, Oak Hill had a salt works, some part-time stores, and the first orange groves had been planted (by a Mr. Mitchell). Oak Hill also has Civil War veterans buried in the local cemetery: five who fought for the Union, and six who fought for the Confederacy.

Hotels, stores, a post office, and a school operated by Rev. Wicks in the Congregational church served a few white students in the morning and several black students in the afternoon. A public school for white students was constructed in the early 1890s, and a prominent black freedman, Bill Williams, provided instruction and space for black students in 1901. A public school for black students was constructed in 1927.

In 1924, a grade 1 through 10 school was built on Ridge Road, just to the east of Dixie Highway (now US-1), which was paved the same year. This building was replaced in 1960 by a new structure, which eventually became the W.F. Burns Elementary School. In 2008, the county school board closed the school (citing budget cuts) and slated it for demolition. County work crews stripped the facility of anything of value.

The non-profit Oak Hill Community Trust, with the assistance and guidance of local architect Sid Corhern, Tom Gibbs, and many, many other concerned citizens purchased the property from the county school board in late 2009. A charter school operator was contacted and after voluminous paperwork, was approved in January 2011.

Beginning in September 2010, hundreds of volunteers gave thousands of hours of their time to refurbish the buildings. They did plumbing, electrical, painting, landscaping and much more, often with donated materials. The school opened in August 2011, with 260 students enrolled.

In 2012, Kennedy Space Center donated a surplus 10,000 square foot office building to the school, on condition that it had to be moved from KSC without delay. Again, volunteers stepped forward and the building was delivered (in eight sections) to the site, reassembled, refurbished as classrooms, and is now in use.

The school is a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) school, and after only two years of operation, has already achieved a "B" rating. As of 2014, there are 385 students in grades K through 8, many are local, and some come from as far away as Ormond Beach and Orange City.

In the past, citrus growing and commercial fishing were the primary income sources for residents of Oak Hill. A series of hard freezes, cold snaps and the advent of citrus canker have greatly reduced the number of citrus groves, and by 1995 the State of Florida's Gill Net Ban eliminated most of the fishing business. There are several fish, clam and oyster farms in operation.

There is a significant amount of recreational fishing and eco-tourism, and Oak Hill is one terminus for the Florida "River of Lakes" scenic highway. Several regional bicycle paths traverse Oak Hill, and seeing groups of dozens of recreational touring cyclists is quite common. East of the town's center, on the edge of Mosquito Lagoon is Seminole Rest National Historic Site, part of Canaveral National Seashore.

Oak Hill has been designated as an "Enterprise Zone" by the State of Florida. There are various tax rebates and incentives available to new businesses locating here and for the expansion of exiting businesses. City government is "business friendly" with a very low paperwork burden for businesses and minimal license fees. Additionally, business owners over the age of 65 get or renew their city licenses for free.

The City of Oak Hill was first chartered in 1927. Local government was based on a Mayor-Commission, with each commissioner functioning as head of a municipal department. The city was disbanded in 1930. The country was in a depression, and the city petitioned the government to inactivate the charter, which was granted. The city later petitioned the government in 1962 to reactivate the charter.

Clarence Goodrich was the city's mayor from 1963 to 1989, the longest term any mayor has held in the state of Florida. Bobby Greatrex was mayor from 1989 to 1990, and Bruce Burch served from 1990 to 1994. Toreatha Wood became the city's first female mayor, as well as first African-American female mayor, serving from 1999 to 2000. Darry Evans was the first African American male mayor. Lorna Travis was mayor from 2000 to 2001, Susan Cook was mayor from 2001 to 2002, and Bob Jackson was mayor in 2002. Mayor Darla Lauer resigned for personal reasons, and was replaced by Mary Lee Cook. The current mayor is Douglas Gibson, who was elected in November 2012.

On the evening of August 1, 2011, the city commission voted to disband the city's police department due to ongoing acrimony, personality conflicts and policy disagreements between the city commissioners and the police department. All nine employees received unemployment benefits. The Volusia County Sheriff's Department assumed law enforcement duties for the city.

Geography
Oak Hill is a city on the Atlantic coastline of Volusia County. It is located at 28.88483°N, -80.84684°W.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 30.3 km2, of which 17.0 km2 is land and 13.2 km2 (43.75%) is water.

Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild winters. According to the Köppen climate classification, the City of Oak Hill has a humid subtropical climate zone (Cfa).

2010 and 2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 1,986 people, 817 households, and 604 families residing in the city.

As of the 2010 United States census, there were 1,792 people, 757 households, and 581 families residing in the city.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,378 people, 549 households, and 410 families residing in the city. The population density was 216.1 PD/sqmi. There were 695 housing units at an average density of 109.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 81.79% White, 16.26% African American, 0.65% Native American, 0.22% Asian, 0.51% from other races, and 0.58% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.65% of the population.

Of the 549 households in 2000, 25.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.3% were married couples living together, 8.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.3% were non-families. 20.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.51 and the average family size was 2.84.

In 2000, in the city, the population was spread out, with 22.1% under the age of 18, 6.9% from 18 to 24, 24.6% from 25 to 44, 25.4% from 45 to 64, and 21.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 106.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 104.0 males.

In 2000, the median income for a household in the city was $32,130, and the median income for a family was $35,682. Males had a median income of $24,643 versus $22,917 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,158. About 7.8% of families and 14.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.0% of those under age 18 and 6.8% of those age 65 or over.

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Orange City, Florida

Orange City is a city in Volusia County, Florida, United States. It is a part of the Deltona–Daytona Beach–Ormond Beach metropolitan area. As of the 2020 US census, the city had a population of 12,632.

Geography
Orange City is located at 28.94127°N, -81.29272°W.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 18.6 km2, of which 18.3 km2 are land and 0.2 km2 or 1.31%, is covered by water.

History
Orange City was incorporated as a city in 1882. The city was named for the thousands of acres of orange groves in and around the city. Twelve years later, the Great Freeze wiped out the orange groves for which the town was named.

Orange City received the "highest award that the world can give" for its water at the 1904 Louisiana Purchase Exposition. John D. Rockefeller Sr. had Orange City Mineral Springs water sent to him wherever he traveled, and even used it for bathing.

Historic places
Sites on the National Register of Historic Places in Orange City include:
 * Dickinson Memorial Library and Park
 * Louis P. Thursby House
 * Orange City Colored School
 * Orange City Historic District
 * Orange City Town Hall
 * Seth French House
 * 1876 Heritage Inn

2010 and 2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 12,632 people, 5,513 households, and 3,239 families residing in the city.

As of the 2010 United States census, there were 10,599 people, 4,877 households, and 2,488 families residing in the city.

2000 census
In the census of 2000, 6,604 people, 3,062 households, and 1,904 families resided in the city. The population density was 1,091.4 PD/sqmi. The 3,685 housing units averaged 609.0 per square mile (235.2/km$2$). The racial makeup of the city was 92.97% White, 3.66% African American, 0.38% Native American, 0.56% Asian, 1.47% from other races, and 0.95% from two or more races. About 5.13% of the population was Hispanic or Latino of any race.

Of the 3,062 households in 2000, 19.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.3% were married couples living together, 9.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.8% were not families. Around 32.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.12 and the average family size was 2.63.

In 2000, in the city, the population was distributed as 17.5% under the age of 18, 5.8% from 18 to 24, 21.4% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 31.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 49 years. For every 100 females, there were 86.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.9 males.

In 2000, the median income for a household in the city was $26,883, and for a family was $34,003. Males had a median income of $29,817 versus $21,034 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,318. About 9.9% of the population and 7.1% of families were below the poverty line. Of the total population, 15.2% of those under the age of 18 and 7.0% of those 65 and older were living below the poverty line.

Government and infrastructure
The United States Postal Service operates a post office at 260 N Industrial Drive.

Government
The City of Orange City has a council–manager government. The city council is composed of a mayor and six council members who serve overlapping four-year terms. The city council serves as the elected legislative and governing body responsible for establishing policies, adopting an annual budget, adopting local laws and ordinances, and hiring and overseeing the city manager, city attorney, and municipal clerk. The mayor and council members are elected by voters citywide and must reside within the corporate limits of Orange City. Council members run for office by district (five) and one at-large.

Fire department
The Orange City Fire Department, established in 1890, is a combination department (volunteer and paid). The department consists of two fire stations; station 67, located at 215 N. Holly Ave, is also the main station where administration is housed. Station 68 is located at the south-end water plant. This is a secured facility and not accessible for the public. The department was recently awarded a class 2 ISO rating, first and only in Volusia County. The Orange City Fire Department is contracted to provide fire services to the City of DeBary, Florida (Station 33). All engines and the Rescue are ALS supplied and staffed with paramedics.

Public transportation

 * I-4.svg Interstate 4
 * Florida 472.svg State Road 472

Orange City is served by the #20, #21, #22, & #23 routes operated by Volusia County Public Transit System.

Elementary schools

 * Manatee Cove Elementary School
 * Orange City Elementary School

Middle schools

 * River Springs Middle School

High schools

 * University High School

Notable people

 * Herbert L. Becker, magician who performed under the name Kardeen
 * Harry W. Davis, a former mayor of Orange City, killed himself on February 14, 1932, following financial troubles just two months after his marriage, at age 27
 * Gaylord DuBois, author of the novel The Lone Ranger
 * Danny Kelley, American stock-car racing driver
 * Tom Laputka, former football player for Ottawa Rough Riders and Edmonton Eskimos, former mayor of Orange City
 * Gar Samuelson, former drummer for heavy metal band Megadeth

title: Orange City, Florida


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Ormond Beach, Florida

Ormond Beach is a city in Volusia County, Florida, United States. The population was 43,080 at the 2020 census. Ormond Beach lies directly north of Daytona Beach and is a principal city of the Deltona–Daytona Beach–Ormond Beach, FL Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city is known as the birthplace of speed, as early adopters of motorized cars flocked to its hard-packed beaches for yearlong entertainment, since paved roads were not yet commonplace. Ormond Beach lies in Central Eastern Florida.

History
The Timucuan town of Nocoroco was located where the Tomoka River joins the Halifax River, just north of present-day Ormond Beach, when Álvaro Mexía passed through it in 1605 on a mission to establish relations between Spanish Florida and the Surruque and Ais peoples of the coast of what are now Volusia and Brevard counties. Little is known of what happened to inhabitants of the area after Mexía's visit.

The city is named for James Ormond I, an Anglo-Irish-Scottish sea captain commissioned by King Ferdinand VII of Spain to bring Franciscan settlers to this part of Florida. Ormond had served Britain and Spain in the Napoleonic Wars as a ship captain, and was rewarded for his services to Spain by King Ferdinand VII. Ormond later worked for the Scottish Indian trade company of Panton, Leslie & Company, and his armed brig was called the "Somerset". After returning to Spanish control, in 1821, Florida was acquired from Spain by the United States, but hostilities during the Second Seminole War delayed settlement until after 1842. In 1875, the community was founded as New Britain by inhabitants from New Britain, Connecticut, but would be incorporated on April 22, 1880 as the Town of Ormond for its early plantation owner.

With its hard, white beach, Ormond became popular for the wealthy seeking relief from northern winters during the Floridian boom in tourism following the Civil War. The St. Johns and Halifax Railway arrived in 1886, and the first bridge across the Halifax River was built in 1887. John Anderson and James Downing Price opened the Ormond Hotel on January 1, 1888. Henry Flagler bought the hotel in 1890 and expanded it to accommodate 600 guests. It would be one in a series of Gilded Age hotels catering to passengers aboard his Florida East Coast Railway, which had purchased the St. Johns & Halifax Railroad. Once a well-known landmark which was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1980, the hotel was razed in 1992.

On December 5, 1896, the Nathan F. Cobb, a wooden schooner built in 1890, ran aground on a sandbar off Ormond.

One of Flagler's guests at the Ormond Hotel was his former business partner at the Standard Oil Company, John D. Rockefeller. He arrived in 1914 and after four seasons at the hotel bought an estate called The Casements, that would be Rockefeller's winter home during the latter part of his life. Sold by his heirs in 1939, it was purchased by the city in 1973 and now serves as a cultural center. It is the community's best-known historical structure.

Beginning in 1902, some of the first automobile races were held on the compacted sand from Ormond south to Daytona Beach. Pioneers in the industry, including Ransom Olds with his Pirate Racer, and Alexander Winton, tested their inventions. The American Automobile Association brought timing equipment in 1903 and the area acquired the nickname the "Birthplace of Speed." In 1907, Glenn Curtiss set an unofficial world record of 136.36 miles per hour (219.45 km/h), on a 40-horsepower (30 kW) 269 cu in (4,410 cc) Curtiss V-8 motorcycle. Lee Bible, in the record-breaking, but fatal, White Triplex, was less fortunate. Driving on the beach is still permitted on some stretches.

The municipality was officially renamed as the City of Ormond Beach following a referendum held on April 25, 1950.

Ormond Beach has four downtown riverfront parks and a beachfront park along with 37 other parks and gardens large and small. The historic shopping district located along Granada Boulevard from A1A to Orchard Street is home to dozens of locally-owned shops and restaurants along with historic and cultural sites.

Geography
The approximate coordinates for the City of Ormond Beach is located at 29.28641°N, -81.07488°W (29.286405, –81.074882).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 101.0 km2, of which 82.7 km2 is land, and 18.3 km2 (18.12%) is water. Drained by the Tomoka River, Ormond Beach is located on the Halifax River lagoon and the Atlantic Ocean.

Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild winters. According to the Köppen climate classification, the City of Ormond Beach has a humid subtropical climate zone (Cfa).

2010 and 2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 43,080 people, 18,554 households, and 11,121 families residing in the city.

As of the 2010 United States census, there were 38,137 people, 16,617 households, and 10,408 families residing in the city.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 36,301 people, 15,629 households, and 10,533 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,409.8 PD/sqmi. There were 17,258 housing units at an average density of 670.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.28% White, 2.75% African American, 0.17% Native American, 1.44% Asian, 0.02% Pacific Islander, 0.31% from other races, and 1.03% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.20% of the population.

In 2000, there were 15,629 households, out of which 23.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.7% were married couples living together, 8.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.6% were non-families. 27.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.27 and the average family size was 2.75.

In 2000, in the city, the population was spread out, with 19.2% under the age of 18, 4.5% from 18 to 24, 22.4% from 25 to 44, 26.5% from 45 to 64, and 27.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 48 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 84.7 males.

In 2000, the median income for a household in the city was $43,364, and the median income for a family was $52,496. Males had a median income of $38,598 versus $26,452 for females. The per capita income for the city was $26,364. About 4.2% of families and 6.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.3% of those under age 18 and 5.0% of those age 65 or over.

Government
The City of Ormond Beach has a commission-manager form of government.

City officials

===Elected ===
 * Bill Partington, mayor
 * Lori Tolland, city commissioner, zone 1
 * Travis Sargent, city commissioner, zone 2
 * Susan Persis, city commissioner, zone 3
 * Harold Briley, deputy mayor, city commissioner, zone 4

Appointed

 * Joyce Shanahan, city manager
 * Susan Carroll Dauderis, city clerk
 * Randy Hayes, city attorney

Notable people

 * Paul America, actor
 * Adelbert Ames, the last surviving general officer of the Civil War, who died at age 97, in 1933
 * Lisa Andersen, pro surfer
 * Ben Brainard, stand-up comedian and social media personality
 * Shirley Chisholm, U.S. Congress member, U.S. presidential candidate
 * David Allan Coe, musician
 * Bryan Collyer, racing driver
 * Phil Dalhausser, 2008 Olympic gold medalist in beach volleyball
 * Jacob deGrom, MLB pitcher for the Texas Rangers
 * Jimmy Foster, racing driver
 * Alan Gustafson, NASCAR Cup Series crew chief for Hendrick Motorsports
 * Brian Kelley, musician, member of Florida Georgia Line
 * Paul LePage, politician
 * Frederick Dana Marsh, artist
 * John D. Rockefeller, billionaire industrialist
 * Freelan Oscar Stanley and Francis Edgar Stanley, co-owners of the Stanley Motor Carriage Company
 * Corey Walden, professional basketball player, 2019 Israeli Basketball Premier League MVP
 * Harry Wendelstedt, baseball umpire

Historic places

 * Anderson-Price Memorial Library Building
 * The Casements
 * Dix House
 * Bulow Creek State Park
 * Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens
 * North Peninsula State Park
 * Tomoka State Park

Other places

 * Ormond Beach Municipal Airport

Newspapers

 * Daytona Beach News-Journal, daily newspaper covering the greater Daytona Beach area
 * Hometown News, community newspaper in print on Fridays and daily on the Internet
 * The Ormond Beach Observer, a weekly newspaper published in print on Thursdays and daily online, part of the Observer Media Group
 * Ormond Local Pulse, a daily newsletter published daily by email and on the internet Focusing on local news for Ormond Beach and Ormond-By-The-Sea

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Business
Ormond Beach is an active commercial and residential market in the Deltona-Daytona Beach-Ormond Beach MSA. Manufacturers enjoy a healthy business climate and engage in global marketing.

Ormond Beach Business Park and Airpark, a foreign trade zone, is home to 29 companies that provide more than 2,000 jobs.

Recent studies show the workforce to be educated, productive, and competitive with 10 percent underemployed. Seven colleges and universities and the Advanced Technology Center support business needs with career advancement, workforce development, and research. Education, health care, and government are the largest employment sectors within the area.

Among the corporations that call Ormond Beach home are:

 * Costa Del Mar Headquarters (eye care products)
 * First Green Bank
 * Florida Production Engineering (automotive)
 * Hawaiian Tropic - Tanning Research Laboratories (skin care products)
 * ABB Thomas & Betts/Homac (electrical connectors, utility products)
 * Hudson Technologies (deep draw manufacturer)
 * Microflex Inc.
 * U.S. Food Service (distributor)
 * Vital Aire (health care)

Shopping

 * Historic Ormond Beach/Granada Blvd.
 * Ormond Mall
 * Ormond Town Square
 * River Gate Shopping Center
 * South Forty Shopping Center
 * The Trails Shopping Center
 * Wal-Mart Super Center
 * Tanger Outlets
 * Granada Plaza

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Ormond-by-the-Sea, Florida

Ormond-by-the-Sea is a census-designated place and an unincorporated town in Volusia County, Florida, United States. The population was 7,312 as of the 2020 census, a decrease from 7,406 in the 2010 census.

Geography
Ormond-by-the-Sea is located at 29.33917°N, -81.06583°W (29.339206, -81.065756).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 5.2 km2, of which 5.2 km2 is land and 0.50% is water.

The boundaries of Ormond-by-the-Sea include the Volusia/Flagler county line on the north, the city of Ormond Beach on the south, the Atlantic Ocean on the east, and the Halifax River on the west. The area has traditionally been called the North Peninsula, although other nicknames such as OBC or OBTS are sometimes used.

There are two principal roads, State Road A1A (also known as Ocean Shore Boulevard), which runs along the Atlantic Ocean, and John Anderson Drive, which runs along the Halifax River.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 8,430 people, 4,296 households, and 2,495 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 1,635.6 /km2. There were 5,689 housing units at an average density of 1,103.8 /km2. The racial makeup of the CDP was 97.53% White, 0.33% African American, 0.39% Native American, 0.50% Asian, 0.09% Pacific Islander, 0.28% from other races, and 0.87% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.30% of the population.

There were 4,296 households, out of which 13.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.4% were married couples living together, 8.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 41.9% were non-traditional families. 35.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.96 and the average family size was 2.46.

In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 12.9% under the age of 18, 3.8% from 18 to 24, 20.2% from 25 to 44, 27.6% from 45 to 64, and 35.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 54 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 84.4 males.

The median income for a household in the CDP was $34,970, and the median income for a family was $38,731. Males had a median income of $27,536 versus $25,357 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $22,503. About 7.3% of families and 9.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.2% of those under age 18 and 6.7% of those age 65 or over.

History and local landmarks
The earliest known inhabitants of the Ormond-by-the-Sea area were the Timucuan Indians, who in the sixteenth century occupied a large village called Nocoroco, located at the site of Tomoka State Park. The Timucuan diet relied heavily on oysters and other shellfish, and their shell middens, or trash heaps, may still be found near the Halifax River in Ormond-by-the-Sea.

Among the first Anglo settlers of the area was Chauncey A. Bacon, an architect and Civil War veteran from New Britain, Connecticut, who in 1876 purchased 172 acre in present-day Ormond-by-the-Sea and named it the Number Nine Plantation. In her book Ormond-On-The-Halifax, Alice Strickland describes the site: "The land was covered with a dense, tangled forest of palmettos, scrub oaks, and pine trees which Bacon cleared out with axe and grub hoe. The Bacon's first home was a palmetto cabin, but later Bacon built a small, two story house with a large coquina rock fireplace on top of the Indian shell mound."

The Bacons later constructed a larger home, which still stands on John Anderson Drive, from salvaged mahogany logs that washed ashore from the City of Vera Cruz shipwreck. The property was also planted with a large fruit grove featuring oranges, grapefruit, lemons, loquats and guavas, among others. By the turn of the century, the Bacons had a thriving home business selling brandied figs and their best-selling "Number 9 Guava Jelly."

In 1909, the Bacons sold Number Nine Plantation to M.C. Hillery who operated it for a few years and then sold it in 1911 to a company that had been organized by Ferdinand Nordman Jr. Nordman constructed a "jelly house" and enlarged the fruit business, selling fruit preserves via mail order to customers across the country, including New York Governor, Nelson Rockefeller. The business survived until 1968, and the jelly house was demolished to make way for a subdivision in 1984.

Another early settler was Leonard B. Knox, who developed a citrus plantation known as Mound Grove, located along High Bridge Road near its crossing with Bulow Creek. It was Knox's son Donald who planted the Canary Island date palms which currently line the road. Part of the property also included a waterside building that operated as Uncle Guy's Fish Camp between the 1930s and 1950s. The property was subsequently acquired by Dick Cobb, who operated a bar and restaurant out of the building, which became known as "Cobb's Corner." The business closed in the 1970s, although portions of the structure remain.

Despite these early settlements, nearly all of present-day Ormond-by-the-Sea remained undeveloped until the 1950s, when the area began to develop in earnest as a retirement community. The "by the sea" appellation was used to distinguish the area from the adjacent city of Ormond Beach, located immediately to the south. Though unincorporated, it was first represented by the North Peninsula Zoning Commission, created in 1955.

For many years, one of Ormond-by-the-Sea's most distinguishing landmarks was the Ormond Pier, a 750 ft steel structure constructed in 1959 near the intersection of Laurie Drive and A1A. A large section of the Ormond Pier was torn away by a storm in November 1984, and the remaining portions subsequently demolished for safety reasons in the early 1990s.

Approximately one mile north on A1A, near the intersection of A1A and Spanish Waters Drive, stands a watch tower constructed in 1942 by the Coast Guard Reserve to look out for German U-boats operating off the coast. The tower was restored in 2004 and is one of the last remaining examples of a World War II era observation tower on the Florida coast.

At the northern end of Ormond-by-the-Sea is the North Peninsula State Park, comprising approximately 800 acre of undeveloped coastal dunes and marsh lands, which were acquired in the mid-1980s through the Conservation & Recreation Lands Program,  later known as the "Preservation 2000" and "Florida Forever" programs. Among other species, the park provides crucial habitat for the Florida scrub jay, a threatened federal species of which less than 4,000 breeding pairs are thought to survive.

Ecology
Though most of Ormond-by-the-Sea is little more than a half-mile wide, it supports no fewer than six distinct ecological zones. The beach, or tidal zone, features distinctive reddish-colored sand created by crushed coquina shells. Here may be found sand fleas and ghost crabs, as well as a variety of coastal birds including plovers, stilts, avocets, terns, and gulls. Just above the tide line, several species of sea turtles are known to lay their eggs, including the leatherback, Atlantic loggerhead, and green turtle.

Immediately inland is the Temperate Beach Dune, a "pioneer zone" of vegetation growing along the primary dunes. Species of note include sea oats, beach morning glory, and beach sunflower.

Slightly inland from the primary dunes is the Coastal Strand, a shrubby area dominated by saw palmetto, Spanish bayonet, prickly pear cactus, and greenbrier vines. The Coastal Strand frequently overlaps with nearby sand ridges featuring Florida scrub plant communities, including scrub live oaks, slash pine, and Florida's state tree, the sabal palm (often called a "cabbage palm"). Species of note include the Florida scrub jay and the endangered gopher tortoise.

Close to the Halifax River, the soil is more moist and supports Maritime Hammock species, including live oaks, magnolias, American holly, red cedars and coontie ferns. In many areas, Brazilian pepper trees, an invasive exotic species, may also be seen growing.

The river's edge features many plants associated with tidal marshes, including salt marsh cordgrass, needle rush and mangroves. Oysters and blue crabs are common in the shallow waters, as are a variety of wading birds including egrets and herons.

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Pierson, Florida

Pierson is a town in Volusia County, Florida, United States. The town is part of the Deltona–Daytona Beach–Ormond Beach, Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 1,542 as of the 2020 census.

Pierson bills itself as the "Fern Capital of the World". The town is heavily reliant on agriculture which mainly consists of fern growing. Its ferns are exported worldwide for use in floral arrangements and other decorations.

Geography
The approximate coordinates for the Town of Pierson is located at 29.24167°N, -81.45667°W (29.241713, –81.456594).

It is the northwesternmost incorporated town in Volusia County. U.S. Route 17 and County Road 3 (former US 17) pass through the town.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 8.7 sqmi, of which 8.1 sqmi is land and 0.6 sqmi (6.86%) is water.

Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild winters. According to the Köppen climate classification, the Town of Pierson has a humid subtropical climate zone (Cfa).

2010 and 2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 1,542 people, 435 households, and 302 families residing in the town.

In 2020, the median household income was $52,917. 11.1% of the population had a bachelor's degree or higher. By age, the population was split as follows: 5.5% were under 5 years, 30.3% were under 18, 69.7% were 18 and over, and 16.4% were 65 and over.

As of the 2010 United States census, there were 1,736 people, 494 households, and 415 families residing in the town.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,596 people, 484 households, and 378 families residing in the town. The population density was 123.1 /km2. There were 514 housing units at an average density of 24.4 /km2. The racial makeup of the town was 81.93% White, 4.93% African American, 0.27% Native American, 0.08% Asian, 11.48% from other races, and 1.31% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 62.44% of the population.

In 2000, there were 484 households out of which 43.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.2% were married couples living together, 10.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.9% were non-families. 18.0% of all households were made up of individuals and 9.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.35 and the average family size was 3.71.

In 2000, in the town, the population was spread out, with 21.7% under the age of 18, 18.7% from 18 to 24, 38.4% from 25 to 44, 14.2% from 45 to 64, and 6.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 28 years. For every 100 females there were 142.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 149.9 males.

In 2000, the median income for a household in the town was $26,773, and the median income for a family was $27,461. Males had a median income of $30,247 versus $14,605 for females. The per capita income for the town was $12,450. About 22.8% of families and 33.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 39.9% of those under age 18 and 21.8% of those age 65 or over.

Government
The Town Hall for Pierson is in the Old Pierson Elementary School built circa 1920.

As of 2024, these are the politicians for the Town Council of Pierson's mayor-council government:

Notable people

 * Chipper Jones, former MLB baseball star, and 2018 National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum inductee, for the Atlanta Braves

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Ponce Inlet, Florida

Ponce Inlet is a town in Volusia County, Florida, United States. It is part of the Deltona–Daytona Beach–Ormond Beach, Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area, as well as the Halifax area. The population was 3,364 at the 2020 census.

The town of Ponce Inlet is located on the southern tip of a barrier island, south of Daytona Beach and Daytona Beach Shores.

Several marinas are located in Ponce Inlet. The community is known for its strict land use regulations.

Lighthouse

Completed in 1887, replacing the former lighthouse (built in 1835, it had collapsed into the inlet the following year), the Ponce de Leon Inlet Light Station was built when the area was known as Mosquito Inlet. After decades of restoration by the Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse Preservation Association, it stands today as one of the best preserved light stations in the nation.

Visited by over 80,000 people each year, the Ponce de Leon Inlet Light Station was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1998. The lighthouse tower and museum are located 12 mi south of Daytona Beach and are open to the public year-round. The Ponce Inlet Lighthouse is the tallest lighthouse in Florida and the second tallest lighthouse in the nation. Visitors who climb the 175 ft lighthouse tower are treated to a view of the Florida coastline and Halifax River from Daytona Beach to New Smyrna Beach.

The lighthouse keepers' dwellings and other historic light station buildings are now home to the lighthouse museum, with exhibits on lighthouse life, lighthouse and Fresnel lens restoration, the keepers and their families, Daytona Beach and Florida history, and shipwrecks. The Ayres Davies Lens Exhibit Building houses one of the finest collections of restored Fresnel lenses in the world, including the rotating first order Fresnel lens from the Cape Canaveral lighthouse and the restored original Ponce Inlet lighthouse first-order Fresnel lens.

Geography
Ponce Inlet lies on a peninsula at 29.09472°N, -80.9425°W (29.094744, –80.942599), adjacent to the Ponce de León Inlet, and between the Halifax River and Atlantic Ocean.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 14.7 sqmi, of which 4.3 sqmi is land and 10.3 sqmi (70.48%) is water.

Local government
Ponce Inlet is organized with a council-manager form of government; voters elect a Town Council, which consists of five members who serve two-year staggered terms. All five seats including the Mayor are town-wide; there are no districted seats. The Town Council establishes ordinances and policies for the town. It also reviews and approves the town budget annually. The Council appoints a Town Manager, who implements policy as voted on by the council. The town manager is the senior administrative official of the town, and is responsible for all aspects of administrative oversight.

Local elected officials

 * Mayor, Seat 1 – Lois Paritsky
 * Vice Mayor Seat 5 – Gary L. Smith
 * Council Member Seat 3 – Skip White
 * Council Member Seat 4 – Joseph Villanella
 * Council Member Seat 2 – Bill Milano
 * Town Manager – Michael Disher

Federal, state and county representation
Ponce Inlet is in the 24th Congressional District and is part of Florida's 27th Legislative District.

2010 and 2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 3,364 people, 1,535 households, and 1,063 families residing in the town.

As of the 2010 United States census, there were 3,032 people, 1,441 households, and 1,091 families residing in the town.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 3,032 people, 1,206 households, and 883 families residing in the town. Census population estimate for 2006 was 3192. The population density was 580.1 PD/sqmi. There were 2,043 housing units at an average density of 471.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 97.73% White, 0.60% African American, 0.24% Native American, 0.72% Asian, 0.04% Pacific Islander, 0.16% from other races, and 0.52% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.55% of the population.

In 2000, there were 1,206 households out of which 11.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.9% were married couples living together, 5.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.7% were non-families. 21.9% of all households were made up of individuals and 10.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.08 and the average family size was 2.38.

In 2000, in the town the population was spread out with 10.1% under the age of 18, 3.2% from 18 to 24, 15.6% from 25 to 44, 38.2% from 45 to 64, and 32.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 57 years. For every 100 females there were 95.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 93.3 males.

In 2000, the median income for a household in the town was $52,112, and the median income for a family was $58,828. Males had a median income of $42,188 versus $31,989 for females. The per capita income for the town was $36,518. About 3.7% of families and 5.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.8% of those under age 18 and 3.1% of those age 65 or over.

Points of interest

 * Marine Science Center
 * Ponce de Leon Inlet Light

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Port Orange, Florida

Port Orange is a city in Volusia County, Florida. The city is part of the Deltona–Daytona Beach–Ormond Beach metropolitan area. Port Orange is a principal city in the Fun Coast region of the state of Florida. As of the 2020 census, the city had a population of 62,596.

Port Orange was settled by John Milton Hawks, who brought freed African Americans to work at his sawmill after the U.S. Civil War. Esther Hawks established an integrated school in the area. The colony struggled soon after its creation and most colonists left. The area that became known as Freemanville is a legacy of the settlers who stayed in the area.

Geography
The approximate coordinates for the City of Port Orange is located at 29.11889°N, -81.00278°W (29.118970, –81.002906).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 74.3 km2, of which 69.0 km2 is land and 5.3 km2 (7.09%) is water.

Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild winters. According to the Köppen climate classification, the City of Port Orange has a humid subtropical climate zone (Cfa).

Demographics
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 62,596 people, 26,547 households, and 16,244 families residing in the city.

As of the 2010 United States census, there were 56,048 people, 23,447 households, and 14,977 families residing in the city.

Economy
One of the larger businesses in Port Orange is Thompson Pump and Manufacturing. The city has started courting high-tech companies as well, prompting the simulation training defense contractor, Raydon Corporation, to move its headquarters and all operations there in 2010.

Education
Public primary and secondary education is handled by Volusia County Schools. Port Orange schools are A-rated by the state, and one of the high schools, Spruce Creek High School, has made the list of one of the top 100 high schools in the nation for several years in a row, as well as offering students the International Baccalaureate program.

Elementary schools

 * Horizon Elementary School
 * Spruce Creek Elementary School
 * Sugar Mill Elementary School
 * Cypress Creek Elementary School
 * Sweetwater Elementary School
 * Port Orange Elementary School
 * South Daytona Elementary School

Middle schools

 * Creekside Middle School
 * Silver Sands Middle School
 * Campbell Middle School
 * David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School
 * Deland Middle School
 * Deltona Middle School
 * Galaxy Middle School
 * Heritage Middle School
 * Holly Hill Middle School
 * New Smyrna Beach Middle School
 * Ormond Beach Middle School
 * River Springs Middle School
 * Southwestern Middle School
 * T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-High

High schools

 * Spruce Creek High School
 * Atlantic High School
 * Deland High School
 * Deltona High School
 * Mainland High School
 * New Smyrna Beach High School
 * Pine Ridge High School
 * Seabreeze High School
 * University High School
 * T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-High

Colleges and universities
Port Orange is the home of the Florida campus of Palmer College of Chiropractic. The campus in Port Orange was founded in 2002 by James E. Hether, D. C.

Culture
The Kenneth W. Parker Amphitheater hosts events such as the annual Lakeside Jazz Festival.

Notable people

 * Vince Carter, NBA player
 * Adam Cianciarulo, professional Motocross racer
 * Charles Dougherty (Florida politician)
 * Marci Gonzalez, ABC news reporter WABC-TV New York City
 * Danielle Harris, actress
 * Ryan Lochte, Olympic gold medalist
 * Bobby Kennedy, NASCAR driver
 * Mark Martin, NASCAR driver
 * Dan Pardus, NASCAR driver
 * Mike Skinner, NASCAR driver

Public transportation
Port Orange is served by several bus routes operated by VOTRAN. The #4 & #17 offer Sunday and night service.

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Samsula-Spruce Creek, Florida

Samsula-Spruce Creek is a census-designated place (CDP) in Volusia County, Florida, United States. The population was 5,047 at the 2010 census. While many households reside here, it is principally an agricultural area west of the cities of Port Orange and New Smyrna Beach.

Geography
Samsula-Spruce Creek is located at 29.06139°N, -81.05306°W (29.061389, -81.052994).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 45.2 sqkm, of which 45.1 sqkm is land and 0.1 sqkm, or 0.23%, is water.

Demographics
At the 2000 census, there were 4,877 people, 1,953 households and 1,511 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 94.5/km$2$ (244.9/mi2). There were 2,203 housing units at an average density of 42.7/km$2$ (110.6/mi2). The racial makeup of the CDP was 97.13% White, 0.33% African American, 0.33% Native American, 0.82% Asian, 0.08% Pacific Islander, 0.14% from other races, and 1.17% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.76% of the population. 21.1% were of German, 17.1% English, 9.1% Irish, 7.8% American and 6.1% Italian ancestry according to Census 2000.

There were 1,953 households, of which 25.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.7% were married couples living together, 5.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.6% were non-families. 16.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.50 and the average family size was 2.79.

19.7% of the population were under the age of 18, 5.5% from 18 to 24, 21.9% from 25 to 44, 33.9% from 45 to 64, and 19.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.8 males.

The median household income was $59,427 and the median family income was $68,101. Males had a median income of $40,608 versus $24,390 for females. The per capita income was $33,084. About 4.5% of families and 5.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.2% of those under age 18 and 6.7% of those age 65 or over.

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South Daytona, Florida

South Daytona is a city in Volusia County, Florida, United States. The population was 12,865 at the 2020 census.

History
South Daytona was once a town called Blake (named after wealthy Boston businessman Alpheus P. Blake), with some forty resident families and as many more non-resident property holders. Many of the early settlers profitably engaged in orange culture and vegetable gardening. According to the National Archives in Washington, D.C., Blake opened its first post office on August 19, 1878. Then c. 1886, the first train came as far as Daytona, and ten years later the line was extended to Miami. Soon thereafter, a railroad station was built at Big Tree Crossing.

By 1926, the towns of Daytona, Daytona Beach and Seabreeze were consolidated to create the city of Daytona Beach. Daytona Beach then proceeded to annex all the adjacent territories, including the town of Blake. Because of new taxes and appraisals levied, residents of Blake were forced to hire an attorney and eventually, c. 1938, succeeded in breaking away from Daytona Beach to become the incorporated town of South Daytona.

Soon after World War II, the town created a Building Department, followed by a Planning and Zoning Board. Builders and developers soon became interested in the area, and South Daytona started to develop. South Daytona was then in a position to request financial assistance from the federal government for expansion of utilities, streets, etc. South Daytona was the second town in the Halifax area, after Daytona Beach, to install a sanitary sewer system. The town continued to prosper and was incorporated as the City of South Daytona in 1951. South Daytona has operated under a City Manager/Council form of government since 1980, with the Mayor and four council members serving four-year, staggered terms beginning in 1990.

Geography
South Daytona is located at 29.16528°N, -81.00917°W (29.165310, –81.009057), on the Halifax River, just south of the city of Daytona Beach.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 13.0 km2, of which 9.6 km2 is land and 3.4 km2 (26.29%) is water. There are nearly 44.5 mi of roadway, 40 mi of sewer lines, and 55 mi of water lines throughout the city. The average elevation is 6.5 ft above sea level.

2010 and 2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 12,865 people, 5,587 households, and 3,177 families residing in the city.

As of the 2010 United States census, there were 12,252 people, 5,485 households, and 2,885 families residing in the city.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 13,177 people, 5,851 households, and 3,604 families residing in the city. The population density was 3,698.2 PD/sqmi. There were 6,457 housing units at an average density of 1,812.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 88.67% White, 7.85% African American, 0.12% Native American, 1.21% Asian, 0.05% Pacific Islander, 0.53% from other races, and 1.57% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.89% of the population.

In 2000, there were 5,851 households, out of which 25.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.4% were married couples living together, 13.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.4% were non-families. 29.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.24 and the average family size was 2.75.

In 2000, in the city, the population was spread out, with 20.3% under the age of 18, 8.7% from 18 to 24, 28.6% from 25 to 44, 23.5% from 45 to 64, and 18.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.3 males.

In 2000, the median income for a household in the city was $31,180, and the median income for a family was $36,417. Males had a median income of $27,500 versus $21,676 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,401. About 7.9% of families and 10.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.9% of those under age 18 and 7.8% of those age 65 or over.

Economy
Among the numerous corporate partners that call South Daytona home are:
 * CSR Rinker (concrete products)
 * Premier Bathrooms Corporate headquarters (Specialist bath tub supplier)
 * International Academy (cosmetology school)
 * National Association for Public Safety Communications Officers
 * Coastal Designs (resin coatings)
 * John's Appliance City (retail)
 * Giles Electric (contractor)
 * Volusia Construction
 * Votran (public transit)

Shopping

 * Big Tree Plaza
 * Sunshine Park Mall

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West DeLand, Florida

West DeLand is a census-designated place (CDP) in Volusia County, Florida, United States. The population was 3,908 at the 2020 census.

Geography
West DeLand is located at 29.01861°N, -81.32889°W (29.018654, -81.328754).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 6.1 sqkm, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 3,424 people, 1,283 households, and 934 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 565.0/km$2$ (1,465.0/mi2). There were 1,342 housing units at an average density of 221.4/km$2$ (574.2/mi2). The racial makeup of the CDP was 88.70% White, 6.57% African American, 0.20% Native American, 0.55% Asian, 2.63% from other races, and 1.34% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.45% of the population.

There were 1,283 households, out of which 32.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.1% were married couples living together, 12.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.2% were non-families. 22.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.65 and the average family size was 3.05.

In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 25.3% under the age of 18, 7.4% from 18 to 24, 28.0% from 25 to 44, 24.4% from 45 to 64, and 14.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 93.0 males.

The median income for a household in the CDP was $36,832, and the median income for a family was $40,560. Males had a median income of $29,145 versus $21,902 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $19,496. About 4.8% of families and 9.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.0% of those under age 18 and 9.5% of those age 65 or over.

title: West DeLand, Florida