The data in the assessment can be used to support grant funding, make changes to the land development code or even potentially require more stormwater management from developments.
Flagler County begins $5.5 million dune restoration at Jungle Hut Park
This phase of work wraps up the dune restoration work at Varn Park, which reopens on July 31. The Jungle Hut Park section will likely take through mid-October to complete.
Debate on fire service fund millage rate nearly stalls Volusia County Council budget process
The council ultimately adopted the same general fund millage rate as in the 2025 budget as the maximum millage rate. The county’s operating budget for 2026 is $1.4 billion.
Keep taxes flat: Ormond Beach Mayor Jason Leslie advocates for no tax rate increase, in Observer Q+A
Leslie says he wants to stay focused on the needs — public safety — and ask staff for reductions in the wants.
Focus on faith: Campetella brothers memorize 259 Bible verses for national competition
David and Micah Campetella are sons of Christian Life Center Pastor Joe Campetella.
Two flooding improvement projects likely to begin construction in Palm Coast in the fall
One of the project is located in the Woodlands neighborhood. A third major flooding improvement project finished in January.
Flagler School Board approves tentative budget, millage with voucher impact rising
Board member Janie Ruddy criticized the voucher system, while Chair Will Furry said the onus is on the district ‘to present to parents that we are the best choice.’
Two-hour class readies volunteer hopefuls to become part of the Flagler County Emergency Support Team
Itching to serve the community? Two-hour class readies volunteer hopefuls to become part of the Flagler County Emergency Support Team
Florida Skin Cancer Institute adds new non-surgical treatment option
The Image-Guided Superficial Radiotherapy technology offers a “see and treat” method that is painless and effective.
Flagler Emergency Management launches new business disaster preparedness survey
The survey asks business owners how they prepare for disasters. The Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber of Commerce has partnered with the Emergency Management Department to spread the word.
Florida Commission on Ethics rejects advisory opinion regarding Flagler School Board member Lauren Ramirez's inquiries
Ramirez, who owns a medical training business and has volunteered in the schools, was pleased with the commission’s decision to ask staff for a new draft opinion.
PGA Tour Champions event moves to Hammock Beach Ocean Course in 2026
Under a multi-year agreement, the Constellation Furyk & Friends event will be played at the Jack Nicklaus signature-designed course.
Flagler Palm Coast's Kendall Bibla and Mariah Mills earn All-American honors at Fargo wrestling tournament
Bibla placed third, and Mills placed seventh after breaking her nose in two places.
Letter: We all pay school taxes, so we should all pay the same YMCA rates
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Flager County cancels 'Boots on the Ground' line dancing event one day prior, sparking controversy
The event transformed from a small, alcohol-free line dancing competition to a large one with alcohol.
High School football primer: A look at Flagler Palm Coast, Seabreeze, Matanzas and Mainland
Preseason practice began July 28 during a heat wave, but football season is just around the corner.
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Preseason practice began July 28 during a heat wave, but football season is just around the corner.