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Get ready to celebrate civic engagement and local pride with The Volusia Watch's exciting contests! We're committed to fostering community spirit and recognizing the amazing contributions of Volusia County residents.

Monthly Business Spotlight & Hallaween Contest

Join us for our Monthly Business Spotlight and Hallaween Contest! Each month, we'll highlight a local Volusia business, and during October, we'll also run a special Hallaween-themed contest! It's our way of showing appreciation for the businesses and residents that make our community thrive. Stay Informed. Stay Involved.

Prizes and How to Enter

🎉 Enter The Volusia Watch Community Contest! 🎉

We’re celebrating civic engagement and local pride — and we want YOU to be part of it!

🏆 Prizes

Grand Prize: $100 gift card to a local Volusia business of your choice

Runner-Up: Volusia Watch swag pack (tote, mug, and sticker set)

Honorable Mentions: Featured shoutout on our site and social media

✍️ How to Enter

Just complete one of the following:

  • Submit a photo or short story showing how you support your community
  • Nominate a local hero or organization making a difference
  • Share a tip or resource that helped you or someone you know in Volusia County

📅 Deadline

Entries must be received by October 15, 2025. Winners will be announced on October 20.

📬 How to Submit

Email your entry to contest@volusiawatch.org

Or tag us on Instagram or Facebook using #VolusiaWatchContest

Fostering Community

Our primary goal is to strengthen the bonds within our community. By showcasing local businesses and celebrating the positive contributions of individuals, we aim to create a more connected and engaged Volusia County.

Official Rules and Guidelines

📜 Official Contest Rules & Guidelines

🧾 Eligibility

  • Open to residents of Volusia County, FL, ages 13 and up
  • Minors must have parental consent to enter
  • No purchase necessary to participate

🖼️ Entry Guidelines

  • Entries must be original and submitted by the entrant
  • You may enter via email or social media using #VolusiaWatchContest
  • Limit one entry per person — choose your best!

📅 Timeline

  • Entry Deadline: October 15, 2025
  • Winners Announced: October 20, 2025
  • Late entries will not be considered

🏆 Judging Criteria

  • Creativity and originality
  • Relevance to Volusia County and community impact
  • Clarity and presentation

🚫 Disqualification

  • Inappropriate, offensive, or plagiarized content will be removed
  • Spam or multiple entries from the same person may result in disqualification

📣 Winner Notification

  • Winners will be contacted via email or social media
  • Prizes must be claimed within 7 days of notification

📌 Rights & Permissions

  • By entering, you grant The Volusia Watch permission to share your entry on our website and social media (with credit)
  • Your personal info will not be shared or sold