Council members say owning the property could create new economic development opportunities, but the $17 million deal comes with financial risks.
Volusia County to ban large-scale data centers in unincorporated areas
Though officials did not approve a moratorium, because an ordinance is now in the works for a ban, a data center cannot file an application with the county.
New Volusia County EMS Headquarters ready to move into construction
The county is transforming a former dealership at 720 Mason Ave. in Daytona Beach into its EMS headquarters.
Mainland offensive line coach: ‘What is football without fun?’
Victor Campbell Jr. liked what he saw from the offensive line in the kickoff classic. The real test will come in the season opener against Miami Carol City on Friday,…
Weekly Florida jobless claims dip
Estimated 5,470 first-time unemployment claims were filed in Florida last week.
Decade-old Flagler sexual battery case leads to New York arrest
FCSO says new forensic testing detected a sedative in the victim’s blood more than a decade after the reported assault.
Jury Trial Set for October in Daniel Waterman Case
A jury trial has been scheduled for October in the case involving Daniel Waterman, following an August 19 hearing in which Judge Nichols set the trial date, noting the case’s…
Events calendar: Ormond Beach Historical Society to host 50th anniversary celebration
What to do this week in Ormond Beach and Palm Coast.
Flagler County Primary Election Draws Nearly 30 Percent Turnout as Voters Decide Local, State Races
FLAGLER COUNTY, Fla. – Flagler County voters turned out at nearly 30 percent for the August 18, 2026 Primary Election, casting ballots in races ranging from U.S. Senate and Governor…
Bold Ladies Turn Connection into Community Impact with Donation to Live Like Cameron
PALM COAST, Fla. – For the Bold Ladies of Flagler County, empowerment is about more than encouraging one another to succeed. It is about turning those connections into meaningful action…
Flagler Beach home is county’s top sale at $3.3M
Built in 1989, the house is a 4/4 and has a boat house, a boat lift, a dock, a fireplace, a pool, a hot tub and 3,929 square feet.
Palm Coast Council Approves $17 Million Land Deal to Settle Town Center Lawsuit
On Wednesday morning, Aug. 19, 2026, the Palm Coast City Council voted 4-1 to sign off on a $17 million settlement that would have the city buy 259 acres in…
Flagler County Workshops: A Strong Year for Libraries and Big Plans for Tourism
Two county boards sat down in mid-August 2026 with the same basic goal, figure out where things stand and what comes next. On Aug. 17, county commissioners used a workshop…
New Esoteric Blood Testing in Cold Case Results in Arrest of New York Man for Decade Old Sexual Battery Case
August 19, 2026 Prepared by: Jake Arthur, Public Information Officer Email: PIO@flaglersheriff.com Release #: 2026 – 174 A New York man is in custody for sexual battery after a Flagler…
City of Palm Coast Animal Control Provides After-Hours Instructions
City of Palm Coast Written By: Brittany Kershaw, Director of Communications and Marketing August 19, 2026 The City of Palm Coast is reminding residents that Animal Control does not…
Record Calls, Rising Costs: Palm Coast’s Fire Department Budget Reaches $16 Million
Part 10 of a series breaking down the City of Palm Coast’s adopted Fiscal Year 2026 budget Palm Coast is set to spend $16,002,655 on its Fire Department in Fiscal…
Flagler Primary: Some Races Settled, Others Head to November
Results are considered unofficial until officially certified. FLAGLER COUNTY, Fla. — Voters settled several local races in the recent primary election, while a handful of crowded contests remain undecided and…
Statement from Anna Jones on Flagler County Commission District 4 Primary
Anna Jones released the following statement after the Republican primary results: “I want to congratulate the winner of tonight’s primary and thank every Flagler County voter who participated. To the…
Flagler Schools Student Launches Community CTE Program to Inspire the Next Generations of Makers
August 18, 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Flagler County School District Don Foley A student-created pilot program in Flagler Schools is demonstrating how Career & Technical Education (CTE) can extend far…
2026 PRIMARY ELECTION: Lori Tolland wins election for Ormond Beach mayor
Melissa DeVriese also celebrated a win on Election Night: She will be the next Zone 1 commissioner. The Zone 4 and Volusia County Council at-large races will head to runoff.