Former Palm Coast City Council member and attorney Robert Cuff, a Republican most of his adult life, writes Rep. Randy Fine and Sens. Rick Scott and Ashley Moddy of his…
Palm Coast Republican to Congressional Delegation: Do Your Job
Former Palm Coast City Council member and attorney Robert Cuff, a Republican most of his adult life, writes Rep. Randy Fine and Sens. Rick Scott and Ashley Moddy of his…
Sheriff Staly Quietly Acquires Helicopter from Attorney Dan Newlin, Launching Agency Into Air Operations
The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office has acquired a Bell 505 helicopter, formerly owned by prominent attorney Dan Newlin. The county administrator was surprised, noting the acquisition was never discussed during…
FCSO buys new helicopter through public-private partnership and donation from Dan Newlin
Newlin donated $720,000 toward the purchase of the $1.42 million helicopter. The FCSO contributed $575,000 from a one-time, year-end budget savings and $125,000 from seized drug money.
River-to-Sea Preserve main access to close beginning Feb. 2
The county will begin the next phase of emergency dune restoration at the Preserve. MalaCompra Park will reopen in early February.
ReGrow Volusia, ReGrow the Loop announce schedule of environmental education events
The schedule includes guided hikes, hands-on workshops and expert-led presentations at libraries, environmental centers and parks along the Ormond Scenic Loop and Trail and beyond.
Flagler Schools Principal of the Year says the award is all about a winning team
Q+A with Flagler Palm Coast High School Principal Bobby Bossardet
The Sunshine State’s 2026 Forecast: Guns, Grifters, and the End of the Woke University | Diane Roberts
As 2026 begins, Florida’s landscape is defined by aggressive conservatism and cultural upheaval, from DeSantis’s rumored charm school preparations for 2028 to legislative efforts to protect Confederate monuments and expand…
Readers respond to article on FBCA basketball forfeits
Here are a few comments on the Observer’s Facebook page.
Palm Coast City Council Approves $330 Million Utility Bond, Food Truck Rules, and Affordable Housing Recommendations
The Palm Coast City Council tackled several major issues at its Tuesday, January 20, 2026, business meeting, including approving a utility bond resolution, advancing new food truck regulations, and accepting…
Former Home Health Aide Arrested Again After Second Elderly Victim Reports Stolen Debit Card
A former home health aide who was previously arrested for stealing from a senior in her care has been arrested a second time after another victim came forward. Katie Swain…
Former Flagler home health aide stole $2,700 from client, Flagler Sheriff says
Katie Swain, 32, of Putnam County, was previously employed at HarborChase Assisted Living in Palm Coast. This is the second time in two months Swain has been arrested for stealing…
Bold Ladies in Business Kicks Off 2026 With Impactful January Event
PALM COAST, Fla- Bold Ladies in Business – Flagler Chapter launched the new year with inspiration and impact as Dr. Sheri Kline hosted the January gathering at her newly expanded…
River-to-Sea Preserve Parking Lot to Close for Six Weeks During Emergency Dune Restoration
The parking lot at River-to-Sea Preserve will close for about six weeks as Flagler County shifts its emergency dune restoration project to a new location. Flagler County officials announced that…
Armed Felon with Meth and Rifles, Repeat Offender Doing Doughnuts Among Holiday Weekend Arrests
Flagler County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested 13 people over the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend, including a convicted felon found with two rifles and methamphetamine and a man caught…
Ormond Beach City Commission OKs new commerce park on North U.S. 1
The Tomoka Commerce Park will bring needed commercial space to the corridor, commissioners say.
Marineland Dolphin Adventure takes steps to pivot from entertainment to ‘stewards of the ocean’
Dolphin expert Jack Kassewitz describes his vision for the future of Marineland Dolphin Adventure as a nonprofit.
Letter: Restore separation of church and state
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Palm Coast sixth grader passes high-school level algebra and geometry
Indian Trails Middle School student Lev Makarov, 10, is now taking Algebra 2 with Florida Virtual School.
Jane Gentile-Youd, Flagler County’s Tenacious, Mercurial Civic Firebrand and Commission Fixture, Dies at 82
Jane Gentile-Youd, a prominent and often controversial civic advocate in Flagler County, has died at age 82. Known for her relentless presence at County Commission meetings, she spent decades challenging…
Palm Coast favors food trucks with new ordinance
The ordinance will allow food truck owners to work with existing property owners and set up shop in front of their businesses.