This week in Cops Corner…
Ormond Beach Police Chief Defends Arrest of Flagler Sheriff’s Detective After Charge Was Quickly Dropped
Ormond Beach Police Chief Jesse Godfrey defended his officer’s arrest of Flagler Sheriff’s Detective Ardit Coma for fleeing and eluding, despite the State Attorney dropping the charge days later. Godfrey…
Letter: Voters supported Volusia Forever, County Council should listen to its constituents
What are your neighbors talking about this week?
Flagler Beach, Funky Pelican tentatively agree on lease contract that could last until 2057
The lease would have to go through several renewals before the board during the lease tenure. Funky Pelican’s owner is also proposing cosmetic upgrades to the boardwalk side of the…
Flagler Sheriff’s Shop with a Cop brings the holiday spirit to 145 Flagler children
The children were given $275 gift cards to spend at Walmart and purchase gifts for themselves and their families.
Latitude Margaritaville home in Daytona sells for $680K
Built in 2022, the house is a 3/3.5 and has 2,542 square feet.
Leadership Lessons with Dr. Saviak: Transformational Leadership
Three times in my career I’ve been asked to serve on senior leadership teams responsible for the successful transformation of failing organizations. I study and often speak on transformational leadership….
2025 Palm Coast Boat Parade Leaves Onlookers Wondering What Happened
PALM COAST, Fla. – While there seemed to be more boat parade parties and plenty of onlookers perched along the banks of the Intracoastal Waterway on Saturday evening for the…
FWC Sinks 227-foot Freight Vessel to Build New Marine Habitat
On Nov. 18, with funding from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) Derelict Vessel program, in partnership with Martin County Environmental Resources, the FWC successfully sank the Borocho,…
Stop Calling Homosexuality a Choice
Numerous studies have established that sex is not just male or female. Rather, it is a continuum that emerges from a person’s genetic makeup. Nonetheless, misconceptions persist that same-sex attraction…
Sverica Capital Management Announces Sale of Coastal to Tata Consultancy Services for $700 Million
Austin, TX – December 10, 2025 – Sverica Capital Management LP (“Sverica”) announced today the sale of its Fund V portfolio company Coastal Cloud Holdings, LLC (“Coastal” or the “Company”) to Tata Consultancy Services…
Wreaths Across America honor fallen veterans at Flagler Memorial Gardens
Attendees laid approximately 250 wreaths on the graves of veterans.
Rejoicing mixed with frustration, after Palm Coast Holiday Boat shrinks in 42nd year
A celebration of nature, the waterways, and the holiday season.
AdventHealth Palm Coast Foundation Announces Retirement of Longtime Chairman in 2026
FLAGLER COUNTY, Fla. – The AdventHealth Palm Coast Foundation announced the impending retirement of current board chairman Tony Papandrea in their weekly newsletter on Sunday, December 14, 2025. “This week…
Breakaway Trails pool home tops Ormond Beach’s sales list at $675K
Built in 1997, the house is a 4/3 and has a fireplace, a pool, a spa and 2,617 square feet.
Down to the wire: Nate Perry’s jumper with 4 seconds left lifts Flagler Palm Coast over Matanzas
The Bulldogs won 60-58 in a game that had 13 lead changes.
A mark of honor: Ormond Beach DAR chapter holds annual Wreaths Across America ceremony
The 10th annual ceremony honored 25 veteran graves at Hillside Cemetery in Ormond Beach.
Matanzas High swimmers set several school records
Keaton Lasicki qualified for state as an individual and member of the 200-yard freestyle relay team.
Ormond fourth graders run their own city as part of ‘Biztown’ program
The program allowed students to participate in a simulated town, a hands-on learning experience that combined in-class instruction on financial literacy.
Walk/Run 4K for Autism Family Fun Day set for April 18 at Veterans Park in Flagler Beach
The Cedar Bridge Foundation event will feature community vendors, arts and crafts, food trucks, music and a welcoming walk/run suitable for all ages and abilities.