The Sheltering Tree will open its cold weather shelter Thursday and Friday this week as overnight temperatures are expected to fall below 40 degrees. The National Weather Service is predicting…
Daytona man tries to steal meat from local grocery store by hiding it in a trash can
This week in Cops Corner…
Deputies Make Seven Arrests Over Weekend Including Georgia Fugitive and Duo Accused of Stealing Father’s Firearms
Flagler County Sheriff’s Office deputies made seven arrests over the weekend between 6 p.m. on Friday, January 9, 2026, and 6 a.m. on Monday, January 12, 2026. During that time,…
Flagler County Offers Guided Nature Walk at River-to-Sea Preserve
Flagler County Land Management will host a guided nature walk at River-to-Sea Preserve in Marineland on January 22, 2026, continuing its fourth year of the “A Walk in the Park”…
Cuban national sentenced to 6 years in prison after pleading guilty to child sexual abuse charges
Jose Valerio-Rodriguez, 70, is in the United States illegally and will be deported once he has served his sentence.
Palm Coast Seeks Volunteers for City-Wide Cleanup Event in April
The City of Palm Coast is inviting residents to participate in its latest Keep PC Clean event on Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 8 a.m. to noon. Volunteers will meet…
More than two decades in the making: Ormond Crossings finally breaks ground
Planning for the almost 3,000-acre development in the northwest part of Ormond began in 2002. On Monday, Jan. 12, the developers are celebrating the start of construction.
Florida Lt. Gov. Jay Collins launches gubernatorial bid
Collins’ candidacy sets up a Republican primary fight against Congressman Byron Donalds, former state House Speaker Paul Renner of Palm Coast and investment firm CEO James Fishback.
Registration Deadline Approaches for Flagler County Middle School Career Fairs
Local businesses and organizations have until Tuesday, January 13, 2026, to register for two upcoming middle school career fairs in Flagler County. The Flagler County Education Foundation’s Classroom to Careers…
Seabreeze girls soccer team grabs third place in Five Star Conference tournament
The Sandcrabs defeated Spruce Creek 1-0 in the third-place game after suffering a heartbreaking loss to New Smyrna Beach in the semifinals.
Night at the museum: Ormond Beach partakes in 36th annual Starry, Starry Night art event
People walked between the Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens, The Casements and the Ormond Beach Historical Society’s MacDonald House for art exhibitions, live music and refreshments.
22-year-old Palm Coast man arrested after exposing himself to teenage girl, Flagler Sheriff says
Stephen Caputo, of Riddle Drive, was arrested on Jan. 9 is being charged with lewd or lascivious exhibition by an offender over 18 in the presence of a victim under…
Palm Coast Man Arrested for Exposing Himself to Teenage Girl
A 22-year-old Palm Coast man has been arrested after detectives determined he drove up to a teenage girl, exposed himself, and masturbated in front of her. The Flagler County Sheriff’s…
Laser Light Show USA Tour Comes to Flagler County Fairgrounds This Week
The Laser Light Show USA Tour will bring a two-night event to the Flagler County Fairgrounds on January 16 and 17, 2026. The drive-in experience features laser light shows synchronized…
Flagler County Offers Free Monthly Workshops to Help Residents Prepare for Emergencies
Flagler County Emergency Management is hosting monthly Community Preparedness Workshops throughout 2026 to help residents learn how to keep their households safe and ready for emergencies. The one-hour workshops provide…
Alert Resident’s Tip Leads Deputies to Arrest Man With Stolen Tools and Narcotics
A resident who reported suspicious activity helped Flagler County Sheriff’s Office deputies locate stolen power tools and arrest a man found with narcotics in his possession. Deputies responded to Rockne…
Ormond, Daytona Beach hold anti-ICE protests during Nationwide Weekend of Action
Local communities protest following the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis on Wednesday, Jan. 7.
Latitude Margaritaville home is West Daytona Beach’s top sale at $625K
Built in 2023, the house is a 3/2.5 and has 2,394 square feet. It last sold in 2023 for $518,200.
Clerk’s Office Launches Public Service Pathway Program for St. Augustine High School Seniors
ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla., January 12, 2026 — The St. Johns County Clerk of the Circuit Court and County Comptroller’s Office is thrilled to announce the launch of our new Public…
Palm Coast City Council Workshop Meeting on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
Palm Coast—The Palm Coast City Council meets regularly to discuss and vote on official City business. These meetings are open to the public, and Palm Coast residents are strongly encouraged…

