Extra deputies will patrol roads, waterways and holiday events as Sheriff Rick Staly urges residents to celebrate responsibly during the Independence Day weekend.
Events calendar: Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary in Ormond Beach, Palm Coast
What to do this week in Ormond Beach and Palm Coast.
FDOT partners with county, city agencies for emergency response training in Ormond Beach
Prior to the demolition of some hotel properties near U.S. 1/I-95 interchange, FDOT coordinated with fire rescue from Volusia, Flagler, Ormond and Holly Hill to conduct real-world training exercises.
Palm Coast planning for traffic impacts of proposed Walmart
The proposed supercenter is expected to draw shoppers from across Palm Coast, increasing traffic along State Road 100.
Flags for Heroes ceremony in Daytona honors 200 community heroes, including two Volusia deputies
The Rotary Club of Daytona Beach West placed more than 200 flags in Veterans Plaza in honor of local heroes, including two Volusia County deputies who were injured in the…
FCSO: Contractor stole $40K from Palm Coast couple, bought baseball cards
Detectives allege the St. Augustine contractor abandoned the project after receiving payment from a Palm Coast couple.
Town Center traffic improvements set to finish this week
Improvements target long backups at Royal Palms Parkway while easing congestion at Old Kings Road.
Volusia County: Firefighters urge residents to celebrate safely; fireworks are prohibited on the beach
‘The safest way to enjoy fireworks is by watching public displays,’ Fire Chief Joe King said.
Volusia has over 1,100 sea turtle nests — county is on track to break a record
The 2023 season culminated with 1,516 nests, the highest ever recorded. This year’s nest count to date is less than 400 away from shattering that record, with almost four months…
Rotary Club of Flagler County installs new president, celebrates year of growth and service
A Rotarian since 1983, Costa brings more than four decades of Rotary service and leadership experience to the role.
Infrastructure, water quality and the tax rate: Q+A with Ormond Beach City Commissioner Harold Briley
‘These issues require steady and experienced leadership, careful planning and increased coordination,’ Briley said in a Q+A with the Observer.
Overnight work begins on Palm Coast Parkway resurfacing project
City project includes pavement repairs, turn lane extensions and roadway improvements along one of Palm Coast’s busiest corridors.
Grand Haven house was the top real estate transaction in Flagler County
Built in 2003, the house is a 4/3 and has a dock, a fireplace, a pool, an outdoor kitchen, a boat house and 3,188 square feet.
Seabreeze, Calvary Christian win FHSAA Sportsmanship Awards
The Sandcrabs received a plaque and a cash award for placing first among Class 5A schools.
White Eagle Bar redevelopment approved for gas station and convenience store
Convenience store with 12 fueling positions planned for former U.S. 1 bar property
Volusia County Schools reports growth in 2026 state spring assessment results
‘We are incredibly proud of the progress our students have made,’ Superintendent Carmen Balgobin said in the press release.
George Bellingham named new Seabreeze girls soccer coach
The Sandcrabs still need to hire a tennis coach and a softball coach, athletic director Anthony Campanella said.
Two teens arrested for drinking after police find large group swimming in Ormond park pond
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Flagler Schools names new auditorium director
Craig B. Uppercue, formerly of Volusia County Schools, will be the director of the Fitzgerald Performing Arts Center and oversee the district’s visual and performing arts curriculum.
The Casements in Ormond Beach hosts first ‘Pancakes and Pajamas with Pops’ event
This year’s event replaced the father-daughter dance held in previous years.
