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Trader Joe's adds 16 new stores to 'coming soon' list: See locations
Trader Joe’s has added 16 new future locations to its ‘coming soon’ list since USA TODAY previously surveyed its site in April.
St. Johns County Announces the Passing of Former Fire Chief Bobby Hall
ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Florida, July 16, 2025 – St. Johns County has announced the passing of Bobby Hall, former Fire Chief of St. Johns County Fire Rescue (SJCFR). Hall was…
Operation: Summer Slammer Results in Arrests of 19 Drug Dealers
BUNNELL, Fla. — The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office has concluded Operation: Summer Slammer, a six-month undercover operation targeting drug dealers throughout Flagler County. The operation resulted in 19 arrests, including…
President Trump Signs HALT Fentanyl Act into Law
Today, surrounded by families who have lost loved ones to the scourge of fentanyl, President Donald J. Trump officially signed the HALT Fentanyl Act into law — permanently classifying fentanyl-related…
BH Group Announces Unicorp National Developments as Co-Developer for The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Hammock Dunes
Palm Coast, Fla. – July 16, 2025 – BH Group, one of South Florida’s leading luxury real estate developers, announced today that Unicorp National Developments, Inc. has joined as co-developer of The Ritz-Carlton…
Media specialist rule changes by Florida education officials draw First Amendment concerns
The Florida State Board of Education voted to change competency requirements for media specialists.
Flagler School Board member Derek Barrs goes before Senate for FMCSA appointment
Barrs vies for administrator of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. He attended his first Senate hearing July 16.
Attorney General James Uthmeier sues DeLand homeowner in dispute over pro-Trump yard signs
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has filed suit against a DeLand homeowner alleging he is violating neighbors’ right to put up pro-Trump signs.
Dead mouse found in woman's Monster Energy can, lawsuit says
A Michigan woman is suing Monster Energy for $25,000 after finding a dead mouse in her drink, a lawsuit states.
$1,560 raised through Palm Coast Observer subscriptions for Grace Community Food Pantry
Observer Fundraising is a new initiative in which we donate $20 for every $52 annual subscription.
Observer subscriptions help raise $640 for Jerry Doliner Food Bank, in Ormond Beach
Observer Fundraising benefits The Jewish Federation of Volusia & Flagler Counties
Flagler County School Board Workshop Addresses Safety, Budget Concerns, and Student Services
The Flagler County School Board held a comprehensive workshop on July 8, 2025, covering multiple critical issues, including school resource deputy contracts, budget challenges, mental health services, and academic program…
Kai Trump: Life one year after famous RNC speech about her ‘normal grandpa’ Donald Trump
Kai Trump became the first Trump grandchild to publicly speak at a campaign event at the 2024 RNC. In the year since, her popularity has skyrocketed.
Collectibles shop loses over $100K worth of Pokémon cards in burglary
1st Edition Collectibles in Massachusetts sustained a more than $100,000 loss of Pokémon cards during a burglary on July 8.
Flagler County Commission Recognizes Life-Saving Heroes and Addresses Comprehensive Planning
The Flagler County Board of County Commissioners held their regular business meeting on July 14, 2025, featuring life-saving award recognitions, comprehensive planning discussions, and various county business matters. Fire Rescue…
Palm Coast City Council Meeting Addresses Budget, Development, and Heated Exchange Over Ethics and Legal Fees
The Palm Coast City Council convened for a lengthy business meeting on July 15, 2025, addressing numerous agenda items, including budget concerns, development approvals, and ongoing tensions between council members…
Allowing more driving on Daytona's beach, and dogs, up for discussion
At their 6 p.m. July 16 meeting, Daytona Beach city commissioners will discuss recent county government proposals regarding dogs and beach driving.
Ormond Beach Dog Owners Keep Their Pets Cool in the summer Heat
Ormond Beach pet owners keep they dogs cool in the summer heat playing in the ocean and with big bowls of water at the dog parks.