Local officers recognized for lifesaving actions, leadership and community service during Kiwanis annual awards luncheon
Members of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 44 are offering free vessel safety checks, educational workshops and raising awareness about the importance of life jackets.
Running back Braylyn Simmons caught a touchdown pass from PJ Miller that gave the Bucs a one-point win over Coconut Creek in the varsity portion of the game.
The award honors his 38-year legacy of dedication to Volusia County as a corrections leader and elected official, a county press release stated.
‘It was time for a little bit of an update,’ said restaurant owner Kevin Wakefield to the Observer.
The house has 2,791 square feet of living space.
Spay/neuter will reduce or eliminate certain reproductive cancer risks when pets age.
Volusia County EMS is partnering with OneBlood and the Volusia Ambulance Association to host events on May 18 in Holly Hill and May 20 in DeLand.
Santore praised Gambaro’s record of service to both his community and his country.
Residents heard directly from local leaders on issues ranging from E bikes and utilities to economic growth and public safety.
Because shorebirds are protected under state and federal law, Volusia County has posted barriers and “Do Not Enter” signs around nesting areas.
The Bulldogs, who were recognized at FPC’s spring ceremony, included two pairs of teammates headed to the same school and three athletes following in their siblings’ footsteps.
Daytona State’s Class of 2026 included 4,026 graduates — one of the largest graduating classes in the college’s history.
Palm Coast leaders praised the transportation project’s long-term benefits while Mayor Mike Norris openly criticized development plans and environmental impacts tied to the corridor
The action stems from the deaths of more than 50 sloths that were to be part of the now bankrupt Sloth World in Orlando.
Following Pace’s closure, the district is making plans for students to meet with school principals throughout the summer, tour campuses and participate in one-on-one meetings with school counselors.
What to do this week in Ormond Beach and Palm Coast.
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.
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.
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.