A man wanted in Virginia for the murder of his wife was arrested in Flagler County last week after spending years living quietly at the beach while investigators worked to…
A First for Flagler County Detention: Commander St. Fleur Earns Rare FBI National Academy Invitation
Flagler County Sheriff’s Office Detention Services Commander Nolie St. Fleur has been invited to attend the 299th session of the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia, this July — an…
East Flagler Mosquito Control District Working to Reduce Breeding Sites This Weekend
Halifax Health graduates 19 young adults as part of Project SEARCH
The graduation marks the completion of a year-long program designed to equip young adults with the skills and experience needed to secure employment after high school.
All Seven Flagler County School Board Candidates Confirmed for Public Forum
BUNNELL, Fla. – The American Association of University Women (AAUW) Flagler County Branch is pleased to announce that all seven qualified candidates seeking election to the Flagler County School Board…
Senator Moody Urges Safe Driving as Florida Enters 100 Deadliest Days
TAMPA, Fla – Senator Ashley Moody is urging road safety to protect Florida families as the state enters the 100 Deadliest Days of the year. The period from Memorial Day…
NASA Provides Update on Moon Base Rovers, Landers, Missions
During a Moon Base event Tuesday at NASA’s Headquarters in Washington, the agency announced new contracts for lunar rovers for crew to drive and uncrewed cargo landers bound for the…
Flagler Tiger Bay Club Announces 2026 Candidate Forum for Palm Coast and Flagler County Races
PALM COAST, Fla. — The Flagler Tiger Bay Club will host its 2026 Candidate Forum featuring qualified candidates for the Flagler County Commission and Palm Coast City Council at the…
Jewish Federation of East Central Florida Set to Host Open Mic Night May 30
Flagler County Education Foundation Announces 2026-2027 Event Calendar, Invites Community to Invest in Student Success
FLAGLER COUNTY, Fla. – The Flagler County Education Foundation is looking ahead to another exciting year of opportunities to support students, teachers, and schools throughout Flagler County. Foundation leaders recently…
The Power of Volunteers: Flagler Volunteer Services Expands Reach Across the Community
BUNNELL, Fla. – Flagler Volunteer Services, Inc. has spent the past year doing far more than coordinating volunteers — the organization has become a lifeline for literacy, disaster recovery, community…
Peabody Auditorium Foundation’s Young Audience Series to present ‘Clifford The Big Red Dog: The Musical’ in October
The PAF’s Young Audience Series seeks to provide youth and family audiences with affordable opportunities to experience live cultural performances to foster an appreciation of the arts.
My View, Roland Clee: Florida tax reform will benefit retirees and increase state revenue
‘Property taxes are often the single largest ongoing housing expense after a mortgage is paid off. Eliminating that bill changes the retirement math by lowering the income threshold needed to…
FCSO Arrests Fugitive Flagler Beach Man Wanted for Murdering Wife in Virginia in 2021
BUNNELL, Fla. — The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a fugitive from justice wanted in Virginia for murdering his wife and hiding the circumstances of her death. On May…
Man wanted in wife’s 2021 killing captured in Flagler County
Authorities say Butler was living in Flagler Beach while wanted in Virginia for his wife’s 2021 murder.
Property insurance experts cautiously optimistic ahead of storm season
“I’m kind of optimistic that, as we see the next storm, we are going to be in better shape than we have been in the past,” said Patricia Born.
Rotary Club of Flagler Beach Fourth of July parade registration now open
For over two decades, the Rotary Club of Flagler Beach has been proud to host the Fourth of July Parade as a way to celebrate community pride while supporting Rotary’s…
What does the Spirit of America mean to you?
Write your thoughts to be part of the Observer’s annual edition, published just before the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding.
Volusia County names Pierre Louis as its inaugural Veteran of the Year
Louis served more than two decades in the U.S. Marine Corps.
Palm Coast Grandmother, Teen Arrested Following Escalating Juvenile Feud
The grandmother faces a false imprisonment charge, while the juvenile is accused of grand theft and making written threats to kill.