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…
Former Home Health Aide Arrested Again After Second Elderly Victim Reports Stolen Debit Card
A former home health aide who was previously arrested for stealing from a senior in her care has been arrested a second time after another victim came forward. Katie Swain…
Former Flagler home health aide stole $2,700 from client, Flagler Sheriff says
Katie Swain, 32, of Putnam County, was previously employed at HarborChase Assisted Living in Palm Coast. This is the second time in two months Swain has been arrested for stealing…
Bold Ladies in Business Kicks Off 2026 With Impactful January Event
PALM COAST, Fla- Bold Ladies in Business – Flagler Chapter launched the new year with inspiration and impact as Dr. Sheri Kline hosted the January gathering at her newly expanded…
River-to-Sea Preserve Parking Lot to Close for Six Weeks During Emergency Dune Restoration
The parking lot at River-to-Sea Preserve will close for about six weeks as Flagler County shifts its emergency dune restoration project to a new location. Flagler County officials announced that…
