Seabreeze’s Camila Arellano had top lifts on the night, but Matanzas won eight of 10 weight classes in both competitions.
‘The culture needs to change’: Motion to fire Flagler Administrator Petito fails, but majority of commissioners are unhappy
The discussion aired concerns that three of the board’s five commissioners were being ignored by Petito and staff. ‘I think the wheels are off the train right now around here,’…
Flagler Rotary President Michelle Bartlome completes challenge to run every street in Ormond Beach
Run Every Street was a challenge that pushed Bartlome both physically and mentally — and one, she said, that deepened her connection with the city that she calls home.
Florida House panel proposes ballot measure to phase out non-school homestead property taxes
A House committee voted to back a proposed constitutional amendment that would annually increase the homestead exemption by $100,000 with a full exemption for non-school taxes in 2037.
Flagler Schools graduation rate improved a half point to 89.5% in 2025
The county rate lagged behind the state average of 92.2%.
Ormond Beach Zone 3 City Commissioner Kristin Deaton is running for a second term
Kristin Deaton, a sales manager and mortgage loan originator, has served as the Zone 3 commissioner since 2024.
Events calendar: Celebrate Florida Arbor Day with tree plantings in Ormond Beach
What to do this week in Ormond Beach and Palm Coast.
Flagler Schools prepares to hire new chiefs of HR and Operations
With the current leaders of those departments expected to retire this year, the district is revising those job descriptions.
Letter: Keeping watch on state programs that pose a threat to VCS
What are your neighbors talking about this week?
Art celebrating Flagler County Turtle Trail on display at Expressions Gallery
The exhibit, Turtle Trail Artists of Flagler County, will be on display at the gallery inside Grant Living Realty through Feb. 21.
FBCA girls basketball team forfeits 11 victories because of ineligible players; coach Anthony Wagner steps aside
Wagner, the school’s elementary principal, had already agreed to step aside as head coach because of his expanding duties, said Max Fernandez, FBCA’s head of school.
Palm Coast Historical Society appoints new leadership team
Peter Johnson has been appointed historical society president. Preston Zepp is the nominee for Palm Coast city historian.
Flagler County, Hammock Harbour federal lawsuit has reached a tentative settlement
County Attorney Michael Rodriguez said the settlement agreement would avoid ‘what would have been very timely and very costly federal litigation.’
Halifax Humane Society to reimburse ECHO $186,000 for violating grant requirements
The shelter’s boarding and grooming facility was meant to be publicly accessible. Instead, it has used it to shelter animals of families in domestic violence situations since late 2023.
Two goals in final 10 minutes clinches Matanzas’ 3-0 boys soccer victory over Flagler Palm Coast
Jonathan Acosta, Matthew Ciminera and RJ Cerasi each scored for the Pirates, who won their fifth straight game.
Palm Coast Council candidate Jeanie Duarte escorted out of City Council meeting
Duarte repeatedly interrupted City Council member comments after the opening public comment segment was closed.
Palm Coast seeks to reestablish Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
The board would serve as the connection between local government and residents. It will have five members, one from each district in Palm Coast, plus two alternates and meet at…
Registration opens for Palm Coast’s April ‘Keep PC Clean’ event
Palm Coast will provide gloves, eco-friendly trash bags, refreshments and necessary safety measures. Participation is free, and students can earn volunteer hours during the event.
SIDELINES: Flagler Palm Coast’s boys basketball topples New Smyrna with balanced scoring
Paul Shuler breaks 31-year-old Florida Senior Games record in the 1,500 meter run.
CLASS NOTES: Matanzas Senior of the Month parking space ready for first occupant
Showcase nights scheduled at high schools, career fair set for middle schools.
