Flagler County commissioners are stalling a proposed joint agreement with Palm Coast and Raydient, the developer of over 20,000 homes in the so-called “westward expansion” of Palm Coast, to ensure…
Historic Old Brick Road Now a Battleground Between Flagler County Preservation and Palm Coast Expansion
Flagler County commissioners are stalling a proposed joint agreement with Palm Coast and Raydient, the developer of over 20,000 homes in the so-called “westward expansion” of Palm Coast, to ensure…
22,000 Home Western Expansion Developer’s Public Meeting
Western Expansion Developer Holds Public Meeting: Raydient/Rayonier, the future developer of 22,000 homes on 20,000 acres west of U.S. 1–the so-called westward expansion of Palm Coast–holds a “neighborhood meeting” about the…
Ormond Beach resident upcycles copies of the Observer for a fashion statement
Tamara Huth creates unique pieces of art through unexpected items.
Interfaith and Community Resource Network to host conference focusing on mental health, wellness
The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 25, in the community center of Our Lady of Lourdes Church located at 201 University Blvd. in…
Bill signed to aid armed church volunteers
Research spanning from 2000 to 2024 found 379 incidents of violence in churches, mosques, synagogues and other places of worship in the U.S. resulted in 487 deaths and 172 injuries.
Spay/Neuter for animals
The surgeries are routine and most go as planned but what happens when they don’t?
Palm Coast targets Town Center revival with new development incentives
City leaders target multi story projects to bring long awaited momentum to Town Center
Top Flagler Sheriff’s Investigator Earns Spot in Florida’s Elite Law Enforcement Leadership Program
Investigative Services Division Chief Agustin “Augie” Rodriguez has graduated from Class 18 of the Florida Sheriffs Association’s Commanders Academy, one of the most respected leadership programs in the state. Bunnell,…
Birthright Citizenship Ruling Will Decide Whether America’s 250th Is Celebration or Curtains | Pierre Tristam
A Supreme Court ruling against birthright citizenship is a dangerous stepping stone toward mass denaturalization and the erosion of individual sovereignty. That’s Trump’s endgame. Anything less than a decision demolishing…
Why Plastic Recycling Is Failing Catastrophically
Despite individual efforts, plastic recycling systems are failing globally, with rates as low as 9% in the U.S. and 15% in Europe. This failure stems from systemic issues including high…
State champs: Pine Trail Elementary students win math contest by solving over 46K problems
The win in the Prodigy State Challenge contest means the school can compete in the national competition, where $200,000 technology grants are up for grabs.
Palm Coast Man Who Built and Detonated a Pipe Bomb in a Neighbor Dispute Is Headed to State Prison
Jason Burns, 51, pleaded no contest on April 21, 2026, to arson and detonating a destructive device — nearly four years after a homemade pipe bomb exploded outside a Palm…
Palm Coast man sentenced in 2022 pipe bomb case
Defendant to serve prison time followed by probation after 2022 explosion damaged nearby homes
Answered prayers: Two Bunnell churches swap locations in mutually beneficial move
Larry Hobbs is the pastor of Flagler County Baptist Church and James Bellino is the pastor of Church on the Rock Ministries, which have both switched locations.
Matanzas wins regional tennis title to advance to state
The Pirates’ Daniel Patsula will have double duty at the state championships playing in the team and individual brackets.
Daytona Beach Planning Board OKs rezoning for Avalon Park Daytona
The rezoning to a Planned Development will grant Avalon Park Group numerous waivers, allowing the developer to ‘build a town’ on almost 3,000 acres west of I-95.
My View, Greg Feldman: Growth and heritage can coexist in Flagler County
‘Preserving history is not an obstacle to progress; it is a mutually beneficial commitment to Flagler County’s heritage and future.’
Flagler Schools Jon Fair for Teachers
Flagler Schools Jon Fair for Teachers: The Flagler County school district is holding an instructional job fair for prospective teachers from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Government Services…
FPCHS Starlets Spring Dance at the Fitz
FPCHS Starlets Spring Dance at the Fitz, 7 p.m. at the Fitzgerald Performing Arts Center (Flagler Auditorium), 5500 State Road 100, Palm Coast. Call the box office at (386) 437-7547 Monday…
Flagler Woman’s Club Charity Golf Tournament
Flagler Woman’s Club Charity Golf Tournament, 8 a.m. Cypress Knoll Golf and Country Club, 53 Easthampton Blvd, Palm Coast. The Flagler Woman’s Club invites you to join us for our…