New Orleans-Inspired Restaurant Coming to Ormond Beach

A new family-owned restaurant is bringing authentic New Orleans flavors to Ormond Beach with an early September opening at 188 E. Granada Blvd. The menu will feature classic Cajun and Creole favorites, including muffulettas, po'boys, beignets, king cakes, and snowballs, with many ingredients imported directly from Louisiana. The restaurant aims to deliver an authentic French Quarter dining experience unlike anything else in the area.

NASCAR Returns to Daytona for the Coke Zero Sugar 400

NASCAR returns to Daytona International Speedway on August 29 for the Coke Zero Sugar 400. The 400-mile, 160-lap NASCAR Cup Series night race serves as the regular season finale, with drivers competing for valuable playoff positions in one of the sport's most exciting events. Thousands of race fans are expected to visit the Daytona Beach area for the annual tradition.

Palm Coast Approves Two New Commercial Developments

The Palm Coast Planning Board has approved two new commercial projects that will support continued growth throughout the city. The developments include two 82,000-square-foot warehouses along Commerce Boulevard near Pine Lakes Parkway and a 62,000-square-foot medical and professional office complex near Palm Harbor Parkway and Frontier Drive. Together, the projects are expected to create more than 200 new jobs while expanding business opportunities in Palm Coast.

Mortgage Rates Drop to Lowest Level in Seven Weeks

Mortgage rates declined for the week, providing encouraging news for homebuyers.

  • 30-year fixed-rate mortgage: 6.43%, down from 6.49%
  • 15-year fixed-rate mortgage: 5.79%, down from 5.84%

Lower mortgage rates can improve affordability and purchasing power for buyers looking to purchase a home throughout Volusia and Flagler Counties.

 

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