Four Flagler County student musicians earned the honor of performing with the top young musicians in Florida at the prestigious All-State Band performances last Saturday. The students were selected through…
Volusia County’s ECHO strategic plan vote tabled over advisory committee member’s email
The County Council was set to review the program’s 2040 strategic plan at its meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 20, but councilmen opted to table after one committee member cast a…
Palm Coast Woman’s Year of Injuries Reflects Growing Orthopedic Needs in Aging Community
A 75-year-old Palm Coast resident’s challenging year of surgeries and recovery highlights a broader trend in Flagler County, where an aging population is driving increased demand for orthopedic care. Jan…
Flagler Schools Joins Statewide Campaign to Highlight Public School Successes
Flagler Schools has joined a statewide effort to raise awareness about the positive impact of Florida’s public schools. The district announced its participation in “Florida’s Future: Powered by Public Schools,”…
My View: Volusia Forever means forever
Melissa Lammers, ECHO Volusia Forever Alliance vice chair: ‘We know what has made Volusia Forever successful and we are concerned to see some of those key features up for modification…
Wrestling returns to Pirates gym in Flagler Palm Coast vs. Matanzas dual match
The crowd was exuberant despite a one-sided match which the experienced Bulldogs won, 64-6, over a young Pirates squad.
Palm Coast man arrested for stealing power tools from home improvement stores, Flagler Sheriff says
Williams Biddle, 34, was caught on security cameras stealing power tools from two different stores twice in December.
Volusia deputies arrest Ormond man who barricaded himself during standoff
VSO deputies responded to a manufactured home community on Hand Avenue after receiving a report that a man had been walking down the neighborhood road with a gun while yelling…
U.S. Space Force Field Commands Prepare GPS III Launch to Enhance Warfighter Capabilities
Summary: Global Positioning System (GPS) III Space Vehicle (SV)09, named in honor of U.S. Air Force test pilot and NASA space shuttle Challenger astronaut Col. Ellison Onizuka, will be the…
Florida’s Historic Coast Celebrates James Beard-Nominated Chef and Restaurateur Barry Honan
St. Augustine, Fla. (January 22, 2026) – Chef Barry Honan opened Lotus Noodle Bar in September 2023 with a clear goal – to elevate cuisine on Florida’s Historic Coast. With…
CF/UWVFC Launches New Website and Unified Brand Experience
Daytona Beach, Fla. — Community Foundation and United Way of Volusia-Flagler Counties (CF/UWVFC), non-direct service nonprofit that connects donors, nonprofits, and volunteers to meet urgent needs and build lasting community…
Toilet to tap? Volusia County Council seeks information, legal analysis in light of charter amendment effort
Political committee Let Volusia Vote is leading a grassroots effort to place a charter amendment on the 2026 ballot to prohibit blackwater from potable water reuse and aquifer injection.
Ormond Beach Historical Society starts 50th anniversary celebration with annual awards banquet
The 2026 officers and directors were also installed at the Jan. 15 luncheon.
Events calendar: See The Barricade Boys at the Fitzgerald in Palm Coast
What to do this week in Ormond Beach and Palm Coast.
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
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…
