In 2025, 90% of Crimes Against Persons, 47% of Crimes Against Property, and 98% of Crimes Against Society were cleared by arrest. These results reflect hard work, follow-through, and professionalism.
First Baptist Church of Palm Coast brings community together for National Day of Prayer
From a churchwide prayer gathering to neighborhood prayer walks, First Baptist Church of Palm Coast welcomed residents to pray for the community, local leaders and those seeking connection and hope.
Palm Coast Council Wrestles with Roads, Drainage, Housing, and a Skate Park in Day-Long Workshop
The Palm Coast City Council held a full-day business workshop on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, tackling a wide range of topics, including affordable housing, stormwater improvements, road conditions, employee health…
Flagler Deputy Who Saved a 9-Year-Old’s Life Named Law Enforcement Officer of the Year
A Flagler County Sheriff’s Office deputy known for life-saving responses under pressure was honored Wednesday as one of the region’s top law enforcement officers of the year. Flagler County Sheriff’s…
Three Local AdventHealth Hospitals Earn Highest Federal Quality Rating
Three AdventHealth hospitals serving Flagler and Volusia county residents have received five-star overall quality ratings from the federal government — the highest score possible — making them the only hospitals…
Kids Can Climb, Explore, and Get Up Close with Big Rigs at Palm Coast’s Touch-a-Truck This Saturday
The City of Palm Coast is bringing back one of its most popular family events this weekend. The 6th Annual Touch-a-Truck takes over Central Park in Town Center on Saturday,…
Flagler Beach Launches Monthly Meet-Your-City-Government Nights
The City of Flagler Beach is rolling out a new monthly event series aimed at giving residents a direct line to city staff and services. Called “Third Thursday Together,” the…
Flagler Beach Fire Chief Fired After Remaining Staff Sign No-Confidence Letter
The City of Flagler Beach fired its Fire Chief on the morning of May 11, 2026. City Manager Dale L. Martin issued a termination letter to Chief Stephen Cox at…
Seabreeze High School, Beachside Elementary principals appointed to district positions
Seabreeze’s Principal Tucker Harris will be the new director of secondary schools for VCS; Beachside Elementary Principal Dr. Leigh Prokop was appointed director of elementary schools.
Volusia County School Board halts teacher pay referendum effort
School Board members voted no on Tuesday, May 12, against moving forward with a referendum to add one mill of ad valorem taxes to fund teacher and staff pay for…
Free Event in Palm Coast to Help Residents Plan for Retirement, Estates, and Giving Back
The Flagler County Education Foundation is hosting a free, one-hour community event on June 9, 2026, focused on financial planning, estate preparation, and charitable giving. The event, titled “Designing Your…
Ormond Beach residents are banding together to advocate for the reopening of River Bend Golf Course
Many of the proponents for reopening it as a municipal golf course reside in Bear Creek Village, a 55-and-up community that abuts the 172-acre golf course property.
One year after associate degree, Ormond Beach 15-year-old earns bachelor’s degree
Imronbek Kadirbek is a sophomore in high school, a business owner and volunteer at a local clinic.
Flagler County Deputies Now Carry Kits Designed to Calm, Not Confront
The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office is putting a new tool in its deputies’ hands — one without a trigger, a badge, or a set of handcuffs. The agency has begun…
Flagler Schools technology realignment would provide raises and a path forward for entry-level employees
The School Board will vote on the realignment which will create three levels of technology support specialists.
Palm Coast swale maintenance crew on track to clear backlog of cases, exceed maintenance goal
In 2024, there were over 1,000 old swale maintenance work orders. As of May 2026, there are only 341 remaining. The crews have also cleared more miles of swales in…
Flagler Schools Recognized for Ocean Conservation Education by Guy Harvey Foundation
Flagler County, Fla. – Flagler Schools has been named a Guy Harvey Conservation District for the 2025-2026 school year, signifying the school system’s commitment to environmental education through teacher professional…
Governor Ron DeSantis Signs Legislation Strengthening Animal Welfare Protections and Consumer Safeguards
PALM BEACH, Fla.— Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed HB 559 and SB 1004, strengthening Florida’s animal cruelty laws, increasing protections for vulnerable animals, expanding accountability for abusers, and enhancing consumer…
Councilman Miller: Palm Coast ‘still losing the battle’ on road funding
City officials say rising paving costs and years of underfunding are pushing Palm Coast’s roadway network further into decline.
FCSO Equips Deputies with Sensory Support Kits
BUNNELL, Fla. — As part of its focus to create positive community outcomes, the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office is equipping members of its team with sensory support kits filled with…
