What are your neighbors talking about this week?
Ormond Beach Planning Board OKs Walmart expansion plans
The Board also discussed the recent clearing of the buffer, and directed Walmart to continue increasing visibility to prevent homeless camps.
Flagler County Sheriff's Office launches kitten foster program for inmates
The initiative is part of the FCSO’s ongoing efforts to support mental health and promote a deeper sense of accountability and emotional connection among inmates.
Ormond Beach's East Coast Insurors celebrates 50 years in business
East Coast Insurors opened on July 5, 1975, as a small office off of Seabreeze Blvd. in Daytona Beach. Now, the company has two locations in Ormond Beach and Palm…
Ormond Beach attorney selected to Florida Super Lawyers for 10th consecutive year
Erum Kistemaker has had an active role in new and changing legislation regarding Florida condo law.
Flagler Schools cuts ribbon on Engagement Center at Historic Courthouse
The renovated building will house Rise Up, TRAIL and Step Up programs and provide space for iFlagler virtual school.
Bethune-Cookman University secures two major grants
Together, the grants total nearly a half million dollars.
Alliance Financial Partners celebrates 15th anniversary with inaugural 'Day of Giving' community initiative
Beneficiaries included the Grace Food Pantry, Alpha Women’s Center, Flagler Humane Society and two local veterans.
Florida Rep. Bill Partington honored with 2025 Legislative Appreciation Award
Legislative Appreciation Award recipients are legislators who have consistently advocated for the Florida League of Cities and its members.
Palm Coast United Methodist Church interns explore vocations through ministry
The internship began on June 1 and will run through Aug. 1.
Events calendar: City Repertory Theatre to open 'The 25th annual Putnam County Spelling Bee'
What to do this week in Ormond Beach and Palm Coast.
Best Advice I Ever Got: Eva McMullin, of S.R. Perrott
‘Don’t procrastinate’ and ‘Do the right thing.’
Neverland on stage: Daytona Playhouse presents 'Peter Pan and The Hook'
Featuring a cast of 24, the show will open at the Daytona Playhouse at 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 12.
Vaccines are an essential component of keeping your cat healthy
Kittens require multiple vaccines over the course of the first few months of life.
Some Las Palmas senior living residents stuck on upper floors with elevator out of service
Las Palmas Sky Active Living has replaced its faulty elevator but was still having trouble, according to a resident’s daughter.
Magical ending: Carrie Meng completes the 100-mile Western States Endurance Run during the Golden Hour
Meng, the assistant race director, finished the oldest 100-mile trail run in 29:26:50.
'Giving Volusia back to the residents': Q+A with Volusia County Councilman Troy Kent
The Observer recently spoke with Kent about his inlet proposal, the beach, flooding and what is next for the county.
Mayor Norris' lawsuit against Palm Coast may have cost taxpayers $30,000
‘These monies come out of the general fund,’ Vice Mayor Theresa Carli Pontieri said. ‘So they come out of the very fund that affects property taxes.’
Conservatory golf course to host national student-athlete golf championship for next three years
The 2025 championship will mark the ninth consecutive year The Conservatory has hosted the National Christian College Athletic Associations championships.
Ormond Beach seeks FEMA funds for Fleming Avenue pump station project
The city applied for a $9.4 million FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant for the new stormwater pump station, to be located next to the southernmost Central Park lake.