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🌱 Why New Smyrna Beach police just turned off all plate readers
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Coffee in hand, New Smyrna Beach? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Why New Smyrna Beach police just turned off all plate readers
- What we know about Wednesday's reported shark bite at the beach
- How New Smyrna Beach's big win shook up football rankings
And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Anne W.!
Today's riddle: What has 2 arms and a neck but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Thursday: Humid with a heavy t-storm, with a high of 88 and low of 76 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Friday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., temps: high: 88, low: 74.
- Saturday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, with a high of 91 and low of 74 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Police begin de-flocking, shutting off ALPRs in Volusia, Flagler (news-journalonline.com) — New Smyrna Beach police have shut off all automatic license plate readers in the city as Florida transportation officials revoke permission for such cameras on state roads. The move comes amid statewide privacy concerns, alleged misuse in other agencies, and a broader review of how and whether local departments should keep using this surveillance technology. 
2. Shark bite reported at New Smyrna Beach on Wednesday (wftv.com) — A swimmer was reportedly bitten by a shark late Wednesday morning at New Smyrna Beach, with Volusia County Beach Safety confirming the call but the victim declining further medical care. Officials have not yet released details on the person, injuries, or exact beach location, and encourage residents to monitor county beach safety resources for conditions and updates.
3. Volusia-Flagler football power rankings unchanged after Week 2 (news-journalonline.com) — New Smyrna Beach High's Barracudas stayed in the Volusia-Flagler top five after crushing Astronaut 48-21, powered by four rushing touchdowns and 246 yards from Todd Cutler Jr. The rankings kept DeLand at No. 1, but New Smyrna Beach's dominant first official result nearly bumped them up to fourth heading into Week 3.
4. 11 Florida Beaches And Back Bays On Alert For Jellyfish This Summer (takingthekids.com) — New Smyrna Beach is highlighted as a jellyfish hot spot this season, with lifeguards using purple flags and reporting frequent moon jelly stings in warmer months. The piece urges you to check flags, talk with nearby lifeguard towers, and carry sting relief so you can still enjoy the surf, Flagler Avenue's shops, and nearby Canaveral National Seashore safely.
📣 New Smyrna Beach Shout Outs!
- 🌟 After dental surgery my husband stopped at Philly Pizza to get soup for me. Due to hot weather there was none available but the owner Rich said I will make her some right now! Best soup I ever had! —Anne W.
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🗓 Upcoming Events in New Smyrna Beach
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Port Orange-Chamber Commerce 4511 S. Atlantic Avenue Ponce Inlet, FL 32127
8:00 am - Art & Artisan Stroll →
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7:00 am - Farmers Market →
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9:00 am - Sip & Stroll →
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1:00 pm - Gallery Walk →
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4:00 pm - City Offices Closed →
Port Orange City Meetings - Port Orange FL 32129 - Food Trucks @ Venetian Bay →
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Labor Day - Town Offices Closed →
Ponce Inlet, FL Calendar Ponce Inlet, FL 32127 - Town Council Special Meeting - Stormwater Utility Rates →
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2:00 pm - Leads Group IV →
Miller's Ale House, 907 Taylor Rd, Port Orange
12:00 pm - September 11th Memorial Ceremony →
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Hello neighbors.
I am need of a home. I am looking for 3/4 bedrooms with a pool. I travel a lot for work. So the home will be well cared for. Furnished is ok as well… (Nextdoor Venetian Bay)
- Kentucky Fried Chicken posted a job opening for Team Member in New Smyrna Beach. Apply here.
- CVS Health posted a job opening for Pharmacy Intern in New Smyrna Beach. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near New Smyrna Beach here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A shirt (Thank you Dianna H. for sending it in!)
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