Flagler County paid $106,000 to the program in the 2026 budget. Whether it will continue to do so in the future, will depend on the budget numbers.
Volusia School Board members voice opposition to SB 1620
School Board members cited lack of ‘safeguards’ for student, staff personal information. Bill co-sponsors Sen. Tom Leek and Sen. Don Gaetz say the bill isn’t specifically targeting Volusia.
Buddy Taylor Middle School student arrested for written threats to kill or do bodily harm
The incident was the second in two days that a Flagler County middle school student was arrested for making a shooting threat.
Unemployment changes backed in Florida Senate
Senate Bill 216 increases requirements on the ability to collect unemployment benefits. It continues to move in the Florida Senate.
Flagler Palm Coast boys weightlifters tie with state power Spruce Creek in Olympic lifts
The teams tied in Olympic competition, while Spruce Creek won in traditional competition in the first meet of the season.
City Commissioner asks for LED lighting, new signage at Ormond Beach Sports Complex
Commissioner Kristin Deaton asked for input on adding LED lights to fields 11 and 12 following a recent fight between teens at the sports complex.
Minimum wage exemption bill moving in Florida House
Subcommittee votes 11-5 to approve a HB 221, which would allow people to waive their rights to the minimum wage if they are in a work-study, internship or pre-apprenticeship program.
Vacant Halifax Plantation school site to be sold, future use needs Volusia’s approval
The school site, located on the north side of the intersection at Acoma Drive and Monaghan Drive, is under contract with a real estate development company.
Brush fire in Flagler County that prompted evacuations is 80% contained
The fire reached an estimated 170 acres in size.
Events calendar: Attend the 12th annual Granada Grand Festival of the Arts in Ormond Beach
What to do this week in Ormond Beach and Palm Coast.
Young Spellers Take the Stage at Flagler County District Spelling Bee
Students from across Flagler County gathered for the 2025–2026 Flagler County District Spelling Bee, an academic competition that brought together elementary and middle school spellers from public, charter, and private…
Palm Coast Council Approves Food Truck Rules, Road Repairs While Housing Development Sparks Heated Debate
The Palm Coast City Council held its regular business meeting on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at City Hall. The evening included recognition of young artists, legislative updates, passionate pleas for…
Flagler County Secures $4.7 Million in FEMA Funding for Beach Restoration Project Set to Begin This Summer
Flagler County has received approval for $4.7 million in FEMA Category G funding related to Hurricanes Ian and Nicole, marking a major step forward in the county’s long-term coastal recovery…
Flagler Beach Man Arrested for Soliciting 14-Year-Old Girl Online After Seven-Month Investigation
The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Flagler Beach man on February 2 following a seven-month joint investigation in which detectives determined he attempted to solicit a child through online…
Eleven-Year-Old Arrested After Writing Shooting Threat on Bathroom Wall at Indian Trails Middle School
The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office arrested an 11-year-old girl on Tuesday after an investigation revealed she had written a shooting threat on a bathroom wall at Indian Trails Middle School….
Volusia County School Board member Jamie Haynes earns distinction
Haynes was recognized with the Advanced Certified Board Member by Florida School Boards Association.
The Observer — in your mailbox?
New ‘delivery sponsorships’ represent a significant shift in the Observer’s distribution.
International Tennis Stars Advance as M15 Palm Coast Open Continues at Southern Recreation Center
Competition continued Tuesday at the M15 Palm Coast Open, part of the ITF World Tennis Tour, with men’s singles matches and first-round doubles play taking place at the Southern Recreation…
Cultural Awareness Fund’s Give a Smile initiative collects gifts for children in Volusia
All donated toys were distributed to two organizations serving children and families in need: St. Paul’s Basilica in Daytona Beach and the Volusia Sheriff’s Youth Foundation.
Eleven-year-old Indian Trails Middle School student arrested for writing school shooting threat on bathroom wall
The student said she was dared to write the message on the wall.
