DeLand Sun News

150th Year	Monday, February 9, 2026	Internet Edition

West Volusia's Original Hometown Newspaper
By GUY MYSTERY Intrepid Reporter The DeLand Sun News was first published in 1876. After 115 years of operation, it was bought out by a competing paper in 1991. Publication was halted by 1992. This situation persisted until 2007, when the brand was revived online as a monument to this cherished local institution. Welcome to DeLand Sun News - the Internet Edition. Constantly updated DeLand area news, as well as US and World News, Sports and Lifestyle sections. News links appear below. This website makes use of automated links, it is not actively curated. If the links go bad, please send us an email and we will update the code.		If you love the DeLand Sun News, let everyone know! Buy some cool merchandise at our online store! Got a local scoop or a nice photo? Contact us. Other DSN Links DeLand Sun News - The Blog Answers to Reader Emails The DSN Store - Coffee Mugs, T-shirts and much more!

Spotlight: Historic Athens Theater

The Athens Theatre is one of the few existing examples of a classic American theatre in Central Florida. Once the centerpiece of DeLand, the Athens Theatre is a jewel of Italian Renaissance architecture. This historic theatre was designed in 1921 by prominent Orlando architect Murray S. King and first opened its doors on January 6th, 1922. On January 5th, 1922, the eve of the theater's opening, the DeLand Daily News declared the Athens to be "Florida's Handsomest Theatre" and "a gem of architecture". The theatre's name was derived from the vision of DeLand's founder, Henry DeLand, who sought to create a city that would be the "Athens of Florida". Visit their website.

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DeLand Area News
For Monday, February 9, 2026 (links are updated continually)

DeLand man honored for stopping alleged attack on teen at bus stop

A DeLand man who intervened to stop an attack on a middle school student at a bus stop was honored this week for what city officials described as extraordinary bravery.

Judge delays trial again for Volusia County dog mauling case involving death of 8-year-old

A judge has again delayed the trial of the woman who owned the dogs that fatally mauled an 8-year-old boy in Volusia County last year.

SUV crashes into DeLand nursing home, no residents injured

A driver crashed an SUV into a DeLand nursing home Thursday afternoon, leaving a large hole in the building but causing no injuries to residents, authorities said.

Man who intervened in alleged knife attack on child: 'Fight or flight kicked in ... my body chose fight'

A man who intervened in an alleged attack on a 13-year-old boy at a school bus stop said he would do it again, despite being injured in the struggle.

Man released from jail days earlier accused of choking, attacking child with knife at DeLand bus stop

A man who had been released from jail just days earlier is back in custody after police say he attacked a child with a knife at a DeLand bus stop. Witnesses intervened, restraining the suspect until officers arrived, authorities said.

Police: 3 charged in NYE shooting for firing 30 rounds in midnight celebration, deputies say

Three people are facing potential charges after they allegedly celebrated the New Year by shooting more than 30 rounds in their backyard, according to the Volusia County Sheriff's Office.

Driver rescues pilot, passenger after small plane crash in DeLand

New details are emerging about a small plane crash in DeLand after a woman who witnessed the incident rushed to help pull the occupants from the aircraft.

Small plane crash-lands on road in DeLand; 2 hurt, officials say

A small plane made an emergency landing on Monday afternoon at the intersection of Plymouth Avenue and Jacobs Road near DeLand High School, sending two people to the hospital, authorities said.

Intruder shot after forcing his way into DeLand home, police say

The police department said officers responded to a home invasion near the 100 block of Voorhis Street.

1 person in custody after DeLand Police investigate incident in Victoria Hills neighborhood

One suspect is in custody after an hours-long police investigation Tuesday night in the Victoria Hills neighborhood.

Florida man shoots roommate in face after drinking, argument, police say

A Florida man was arrested after shooting his roommate in the face and the hip at a home in Deltona on Sunday morning, the Volusia Sheriff's Office said.

US News
For Monday, February 9, 2026 (links are updated continually)

Savannah Guthrie pleads for public's help in search for missing mom Nancy

"Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie issued a plea for the public's help on Monday at what she called "an hour of desperation" in the search for her mother, Nancy.

Massive release of Epstein files includes 3 million documents and photos

The Justice Department released more new documents on Jan. 30 from the Jeffrey Epstein files, more than a month after the DOJ's original deadline to do so.

U.S. guaranteed 1st Olympic curling mixed doubles medal

Team USA's mixed doubles curling gold medal match against Sweden is slated for Tuesday, Feb. 10.

How much is a Winter Olympics gold medal worth as shiny metal prices soar?

Olympic medals have what's known as a "melt value." But they're worth far more financially than their mineral contents, an auction expert notes.

2/1: Face The Nation

This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," we speak to mayors from cities across the country as anger at ICE persists across the country, plus our interview with Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado.

The evolution of the quad, ice skating's most daring jump

When self-proclaimed "Quad God" Ilia Malinin landed seven quad jumps in a single program last December, he boisterously ushered in a new era of skating with his daring routines.

Eddie Bauer's retail operator declares bankruptcy

Eddie Bauer, a 106-year-old retailer, points to declining sales and "tariff certainty" as factors behind its latest move to seek bankruptcy protection.

Best and worst Super Bowl commercials of 2026 as rated by experts

Google and Pepsi were among the best ads of the Big Game, while Coinbase and ai.com got failing grades, according to one ranking.

Athletes to watch from Team USA at the Winter Olympics

American athletes are going for the gold at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. These are some of the top Team USA competitors to watch.

Strangers help man and his dog survive winter storm in South Carolina

A man and his dog in a small South Carolina town had nowhere to turn when a rare winter storm struck, until the community pulled together to help.

World News
For Monday, February 9, 2026 (links are updated continually)

U.S. guaranteed 1st Olympic curling mixed doubles medal

Team USA's mixed doubles curling gold medal match against Sweden is slated for Tuesday, Feb. 10.

Lindsey Vonn undergoes surgery after crashing, breaking leg in race at Winter Olympics

American skier Lindsey Vonn crashed 13 seconds into her downhill race at the 2026 Winter Olympics just two weeks after she ruptured her left ACL in a prior crash. Medical teams airlifted Vonn to a hospital where she underwent an "operation to stabilize a fracture reported in her left leg."

Meet the American girl skiing into Philippines Winter Olympics history

Skier Tallulah Proulx, 17, was raised in the U.S., but she's making Olympic history as the Philippines' first female, and youngest athlete in any Winter Games.

13 people died in Italian mountains over last week as Olympics start

Fresh snowfall during recent storms and wind-swept snowcaps on weak internal layers have created especially risky conditions, rescuers said.

Winter Olympics committee says it's looking into medals breaking apart

Some 2026 Winter Olympics athletes say their winning medals are falling apart, coming detached from their ribbons.

China sentences Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai to 20 years in prison

Family of Jimmy Lai, a Hong Kong media tycoon and vocal critic of China's Communist rule, calls his prison sentence cruel, and the "end of justice."

Vonn responds to well-wisher in first social media post after crash

Lindsey Vonn thanked a journalist who wished her well on social media a day after suffering a broken leg in a devastating crash at the Winter Olympics in Italy.

2 babies among dozens missing as migrant boat sinks off Libya

The International Organization for Migration says two infants are among at least 53 people feared dead or missing after a boat capsized off Libya's coast.

"Twin Peaks" triple murder mystery deepens with deaths of suspects

Authorities said they found the bodies of suspects wanted over a triple murder linked to an allegedly shady NGO. One prosecutor said it was like something out of "Twin Peaks."

"Black carbon" in Arctic an increasing concern amid other issues in region

"Black carbon," or soot, that spews from ships and makes the Artic Ocean ice melt even faster is an increasing concern in a region beset with many other issues.

Sports
For Monday, February 9, 2026 (links are updated continually)

Red Sox Acquire Caleb Durbin In Six-Player Trade With Brewers

Third baseman Caleb Durbin is heading to the Boston Red Sox in a six-player trade with the Milwaukee Brewers.

USA's Baseball, Softball Get Automatic Spots At L.A.'s 2028 Summer Olympics

The United States will automatically qualify for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic baseball and softball tournaments

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GOAL's Winners And Losers: Liverpool Is Failing On Multiple Fronts

Who were the biggest winners and losers from the weekend in European soccer?

USA's Tim Weah: Marseille Was 'Perfect' Move After Juventus Struggles

USA's Tim Weah admits that he was a "broken player" when joining Marseille in 2025 but that he has finally found a home with the French powerhouse.

2026 Daytona 500: Everything To Know About The Great American Race

What time is the race? How many laps are there? Which drivers are the favorites? Here's everything to know about the 2026 Daytona 500.

What's Next For Lewandowski After Joining Messi, Ronaldo In Exclusive Goal Club?

Robert Lewandowski has joined Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in an exclusive goal club but questions remain of his future.

Best Sports Betting Apps 2026: Top Betting Sites Reviewed

Compare the best sports betting apps and sites for 2026. See reviews, bonuses, and features to help choose the right sportsbook for your needs.

Best DFS Apps 2026: Daily Fantasy Sports Platforms Reviewed

Compare the best DFS apps for 2025. Explore reviews of UnderDog, DraftKings, Sleeper, and more, including bonuses, features, and contest types.

Lifestyle
For Monday, February 9, 2026 (links are updated continually)

Comb-Over No More: Why Men's Hair Transplants Are Flourishing

Via (often painful) surgical procedures costing up to $15,000, more men are using Covid-era downtime to “grow” new thatches.

Hudson Valley Weekend Trips: Where to Find the Region's Best New Restaurants, Hotels and Kombucha Sorbet

New York’s Hudson River Valley has been transformed by upstart boutiques, upcycling and handcrafted everything. These three weekend itineraries let you sample it all, from reimagined hotels to weirdly wonderful food.

Wines That Entertain as Well as Impress

At a time of year when people are looking for light wines, our wine columnist went out in search of the lighthearted. While these wines may have silly names, they’re no lightweights in terms of quality.

Humidifiers vs Dehumidifiers vs Purifiers: Which One Do I Actually Need?

Whether you’re prepping for wildfire season, trying to get your allergies under control or just looking for relief from dry skin, one of these devices can help.

Can Inflatable Outdoor Furniture Ever Be Chic?

Some design pros say today’s patio-ready bubble chairs and blow-up chaises are a fresh take on a pop classic. Others say they’re just too tween. We let them duke it out.