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.
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.
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.
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.
Palm Coast Wastewater Treatment Plant 2 Expansion Ribbon Cutting Set for August 4
Palm Coast, FL— The City of Palm Coast is formally inviting residents to join them in celebrating the completion of the Wastewater Treatment Plant 2 expansion project at a ribbon cutting…
Tsunami warnings, advisories issued on West Coast; What to do in threatened areas
An earthquake off the coast of Russia caused a swath of tsunami warnings, advisories and watches across the west coast of the U.S. Here’s what officials say you should do…
Florida Lottery Mega Millions, Cash4Life results for July 29, 2025
Check your tickets for Florida daily lottery draw games here.
Tsunami warnings and watches issued in the US: Here's where
Warnings, advisories and watches were issued in Alaska, Hawaii, California, Oregon and Washington after a magnitude 8.8 earthquake off Russia’s coast.
Starbucks execs say 'tangible progress' made in turnaround effort; sales slump slightly
Starbucks earnings were down, though near analyst expectations, as the company’s CFO said that there has been “tangible progress” in its turnaround plan.
Mega Millions winning numbers for July 29: $130 million jackpot
Did you play the Mega Millions? Check here for the winning numbers for the drawing on Tuesday, July 29, 2025.
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.’
'Granite Gangster,' accused of scamming Hurricane Ian victims of thousands, goes on trial
Charles D. “Chuck” Ogden, Sr., aka the “Granite Gangster,” is on trial in Volusia County, facing up to 30 years in prison, charged with fraud.
Florida property insurer gets state OK for 31% rate hike. Does it affect you?
The hike contrasts with most of Florida’s property insurance market, with most rate increases either slight or flattening after years of turmoil.
The Big Five … with Bill Thomson, VP, Marketing and Product Management at DC BLOX
DC BLOX is making waves globally with their next big project, centered right here in Flagler County. The Big Five caught up with Bill Thomson, VP, Marketing and Product Management…
119 JCPenney stores sold in nearly $1 billion deal. See list of locations.
Onyx Partners will pay $947 million for 119 JCPenney stores, including 21 in Texas, 19 in California and two in Puerto Rico.
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
DeSantis signs death warrant in 1992 murders with state set to shatter execution record
Continuing to quickly order executions, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday signed a death warrant for a man convicted of killing three people in 1992 in Orange County.
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.
Susie Wiles Named Republican Party of Florida Statesman of the Year
ORLANDO, FL – The Republican Party of Florida (RPOF) proudly announces that Susie Wiles, Chief of Staff to President Donald J. Trump and Co-Campaign Manager for the Trump 2024 campaign,…