Three Flagler County schools retained their A grades, three others made the jump to an A school.
My View: The missing math in the property tax debate
‘Forcing a tax correction doesn’t destroy a city; it simply rolls local government revenues back to the highly sustainable levels they operated on just a few years ago.’
Flagler Beach Gears Up for the “Stars & Stripes” July 4th Parade
_*]:min-w-0 gap-3 font-claude-response”> There’s nothing quite like the 4th of July in Flagler Beach. Flags line A1A, families stake out their spots along the coast road, and the annual “Stars…
Two Traffic Deaths in One Morning Prompt FCSO to Launch Heightened Fourth of July Safety Enforcement
The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office announced increased patrols and dedicated safety enforcement throughout the Fourth of July weekend beginning July 3, 2026, following a sobering start to the holiday period….
FCSO boosts Fourth of July patrols after two fatal crashes
Extra deputies will patrol roads, waterways and holiday events as Sheriff Rick Staly urges residents to celebrate responsibly during the Independence Day weekend.
CF/UWVFC Expands 20‑Year Legacy of Free Tax Preparation Through New Partnership with AARP
After more than two decades of delivering free, IRS‑certified tax preparation to local families, the Community Foundation and United Way of Volusia-Flagler Counties (CF/UWVFC) is expanding tax service to the…
Events calendar: Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary in Ormond Beach, Palm Coast
What to do this week in Ormond Beach and Palm Coast.
Stitched With Love: How Fidget Blankets Are Bringing Comfort to Those Living With Dementia
FLAGLER COUNTY, Fla. – What started as a deeply personal act of love has grown into a gift of comfort for dozens of families across Flagler County. This week, Flagler…
Flagler Schools Earns “A” District Grade for First Time Since 2019
Flagler Schools has been named an “A” graded school district by the Florida Department of Education, marking the first time the district has achieved the top rating since 2019. The…
Contractor Took $40,000 From Palm Coast Couple for Home Renovations, Spent It on Baseball Cards Instead
The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office arrested a St. Augustine contractor on June 27, 2026, after an investigation revealed he accepted $40,000 from a Palm Coast couple for home renovations, completed…
Florida Water Tours “Cruise for a Cause” Returns with New Experience
ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. – St. Augustine-based boat tour company Florida Water Tours is teaming up with marine education nonprofit Florida Water Warriors to host Cruise for a Cause Day on…
FDOT partners with county, city agencies for emergency response training in Ormond Beach
Prior to the demolition of some hotel properties near U.S. 1/I-95 interchange, FDOT coordinated with fire rescue from Volusia, Flagler, Ormond and Holly Hill to conduct real-world training exercises.
The Big Five … with Dalia Colón, Author & NPR Podcast Host
Emmy Award-winning multimedia journalist and self-declared foodie Dalia Colón was a guest speaker during the opening of the Smithsonian backed food exhibit “From Seed to Soul” on display at the…
Palm Coast planning for traffic impacts of proposed Walmart
The proposed supercenter is expected to draw shoppers from across Palm Coast, increasing traffic along State Road 100.
Flags for Heroes ceremony in Daytona honors 200 community heroes, including two Volusia deputies
The Rotary Club of Daytona Beach West placed more than 200 flags in Veterans Plaza in honor of local heroes, including two Volusia County deputies who were injured in the…
FCSO: Contractor stole $40K from Palm Coast couple, bought baseball cards
Detectives allege the St. Augustine contractor abandoned the project after receiving payment from a Palm Coast couple.
Florida Voters to Decide on Major Property Tax Changes
A new resolution passed by the Florida Legislature would change how homes and other properties are taxed — and what local governments can spend that money on. Here is what…
Town Center traffic improvements set to finish this week
Improvements target long backups at Royal Palms Parkway while easing congestion at Old Kings Road.
Volusia County: Firefighters urge residents to celebrate safely; fireworks are prohibited on the beach
‘The safest way to enjoy fireworks is by watching public displays,’ Fire Chief Joe King said.
Volusia has over 1,100 sea turtle nests — county is on track to break a record
The 2023 season culminated with 1,516 nests, the highest ever recorded. This year’s nest count to date is less than 400 away from shattering that record, with almost four months…
