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Michael D. Chiumento III, Palm Coast Lawyer, Named 2025 AV Preeminent Attorney by Martindale-Hubbell
By-Line: Lacy Martin, Chiumento Law Chiumento Law proudly announces that managing partner Michael D. Chiumento III has been honored with the 2025 AV Preeminent Attorney rating by Martindale-Hubbell. This prestigious award recognizes Michael’s outstanding legal...
City of Palm Coast Hosts Fourth Annual Countywide Capital Improvement Project Summit
The City of Palm Coast proudly hosted the fourth annual Countywide Capital Improvement Project Summit, uniting leaders from Flagler County, the cities of Palm Coast and Flagler Beach, and the town of Beverly Beach. This collaborative event took place on Friday,...
Suffering From Hurricane Ian damages That Were Made Worse by Hurricane Milton? Help may be available
Flagler County officials just received word that FloridaCommerce is supporting homeowners who had Hurricane Ian damages that Hurricane Milton now worsens through the Rebuild Florida Program. Flagler County is one of the 20 counties impacted by Hurricane Ian and either...
FEATURES
Local Veteran, Mortgage Broker and Palm Coast Resident Brings Positivity and Growth to Flagler County’s Veterans
Meet Stephen Swarner, local Palm Coast resident, mortgage broker, non-profit founder and veteran, and this month's feature for Positive Person of the Month. We sat down with...
Melissa Fulling, Founder of Live Like Cameron, Chosen as Flagler County’s Positive Person of the Month
Melissa Fulling is the founder of Live Like Cameron here in Flagler County. Many know her as a positive person always bringing hope and positivity wherever she goes....
Flagler Schools Volunteer Vivian Mazzoni Chosen as the Positive Person of the Month for April
How does it feel to be nominated? Vivian Mazzoni explained, "I was so surprised, honored and wow, someone actually recognized what I'm doing and they appreciate it!" Vivian...
FCSO
Palm Coast Drug House Closed for Business, Homemade Explosives Found During Search Warrant
By-Line: Joseph Bober, FCSO On November 19, the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office Special Investigations Unit and SWAT team served a narcotics-related search warrant at 34...
CASE UPDATE #2: Accomplice in July Inmate Escape from Hospital Arrested
By-Line: Joseph Bober, FCSO Following a 3-month investigation into the escape of Anthony Romine, an inmate who was in the hospital after he faked an injury and escaped from...
Poison Peddler Indicted on First-Degree Murder in Connection with Fentanyl Overdose Death
On November 14, a grand jury indicted Justin Maddox, 32, of Palm Coast, on first-degree murder charges in connection with the overdose death of 40-year-old Jeremy...
POLITICS
Palm Coast Mayoral Candidate Mike Norris Wins Local Election
Palm Coast Mayoral Candidate Mike Norris has officially won his bid for Palm Coast Mayor. We sat down with him earlier this evening following the results of the election....
Early Voting in Flagler County Underway; Local Campaigns Start to Heat Up; Where Did Their Money Come From
As local elections heat up here in Flagler County, specifically Palm Coast, tensions are high not just between candidates but with residents as well. Many residents question...
Palm Coast City Council Candidate Andrew Werner Speaks Out About Campaign Finances and More
Listen in as Palm Coast City Council Candidate Andrew Werner talks about Palm Coast issues, his campaign contributions, and how he plans to make Palm Coast a better...
EVENTS
Be a Santa to a Senior 2024 Fundraiser Kicked off November 6th
Be a Santa to a Senior is a yearly event hosted by HomeInstead, this yearly event is hosted by the Flagler County Department of Health and Social Services. Each year, King...
Lighting Up the Season: The Rotary Club of Flagler County’s 19th Annual “Fantasy Lights” Kicks off Nov. 30
The Rotary Club of Flagler County's "Fantasy Lights" is a beautiful tradition and a holiday gift to the community to bring people together, light up the night, and makes a...
City of Palm Coast Invites Residents to 13th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
The City of Palm Coast is excited to invite the community to celebrate the 13th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on Saturday, November 30th, at Central Park in Town Center....
LATEST NEWS
Michael D. Chiumento III, Palm Coast Lawyer, Named 2025 AV Preeminent Attorney by Martindale-Hubbell
By-Line: Lacy Martin, Chiumento Law Chiumento Law proudly announces that managing partner Michael D. Chiumento III has been honored with the 2025 AV Preeminent Attorney rating by Martindale-Hubbell. This prestigious award recognizes Michael’s outstanding legal...
City of Palm Coast Hosts Fourth Annual Countywide Capital Improvement Project Summit
The City of Palm Coast proudly hosted the fourth annual Countywide Capital Improvement Project Summit, uniting leaders from Flagler County, the cities of Palm Coast and Flagler Beach, and the town of Beverly Beach. This collaborative event took place on Friday,...
Suffering From Hurricane Ian damages That Were Made Worse by Hurricane Milton? Help may be available
Flagler County officials just received word that FloridaCommerce is supporting homeowners who had Hurricane Ian damages that Hurricane Milton now worsens through the Rebuild Florida Program. Flagler County is one of the 20 counties impacted by Hurricane Ian and either...
Flagler County officials advise residents that FDOT will have double-lane closures on 1-95 within the county
Flagler County officials are advising residents that the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has announced it will have nighttime double-lane closures on Interstate 95 between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. the following morning each night beginning tonight (Thursday,...
8 Men Arrested in Multi-Agency “Operation Heartbreaker 2”
As a result of a four month long undercover sting, Operation Heartbreaker 2, focused on adults trying to solicit underage children for sexual encounters, eight men have been arrested. The initial undercover operation was conducted from July 11 to July 14 but the...
City of Palm Coast Invites Residents to Take Part in Saltwater Canal Survey
The Palm Coast City Council is prioritizing the development of a maintenance plan for the city's saltwater canals as part of its strategic action plan. To ensure this plan reflects the needs and priorities of our community, the City is seeking input from residents. A...
Flagler County Residents Who Suffered Hurricane Milton Losses May Be Eligible for D-SNAP Benefit
There’s no time to waste. Flagler County residents who suffered Hurricane Milton losses may be eligible for D-SNAP (Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits, and must pre-register by phone at 888-348-0408 by Friday, November 15. The program is...
Residential Drainage Advisory Committee Recommends Assistance for Standing Water Concerns
At Tuesday's City Council business meeting, the Residential Drainage Advisory Committee, formed to tackle standing water concerns in Palm Coast neighborhoods, presented an innovative and collaborative solution to assist homeowners. The committee, comprised of...
FCSO Veterans Day Weekend Roundup: Nov. 8 – Nov. 11
Flagler County Sheriff's Office deputies made 21 arrests this past weekend between 6 p.m. on Friday, November 8, 2024, and 6 a.m. on Tuesday, November 12, 2024. Deputies handled 1,023 calls for service and made 186 traffic stops. Felon just released from Volusia Co....
Lighting Up the Season: The Rotary Club of Flagler County’s 19th Annual “Fantasy Lights” Kicks off Nov. 30
The Rotary Club of Flagler County's "Fantasy Lights" is a beautiful tradition and a holiday gift to the community to bring people together, light up the night, and makes a difference through fundraising to be distributed back into the community. Back in 1997, in...
City of Palm Coast Invites Residents to 13th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
The City of Palm Coast is excited to invite the community to celebrate the 13th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on Saturday, November 30th, at Central Park in Town Center. This year's event will kick off the Rotary Club of Flagler County's 19th Annual Fantasy Light...
Flagler County Sheriff Arrests 16-Year-Old for Making School Shooting Threat
On November 8, Flagler County Sheriff’s Office received notification from the Federal Bureau of Investigations about a tip of a possible school shooting threat. Deputies identified the student as 16-year-old Lauren Schartel attending Flagler Palm Coast High School. ...
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Flagler County Veterans Making a Difference in the Community
Last month, we asked the public to nominate veterans they knew who have impacted the community by serving, donating, or shaping the lives of our youth. Three vets were...
BUNNELL
New ‘Top Dog’ Takes the Lead at Hot Diggity Dogs & Shakes in Bunnell
Hot Diggity Dogs & Shakes, a Bunnell icon known for serving classic comfort food, including specialty hot dogs, pulled pork sandwiches, milkshakes, and more, has been...
Flagler County Veterans Day ceremony to feature retired U.S. Navy Captain ‘Randy’ Stapleford
The Flagler County Board of County Commissioners, the City of Bunnell, and the City of Palm Coast invite residents to gather for a blended Veterans Day Ceremony at 10 a.m....
Post Hurricane Milton Update from Flagler County Emergency Operations Center Director Lord
Storm assessment and repairs have begun in the days following Hurricane Milton's landfall and path across the state. Following the storm, it was reported that roughly 51,000...
FLAGLER BEACH
Flagler County’s northern 11.4 miles emergency dunes project completed last year protected houses, infrastructure during Hurricane Milton
The emergency dunes project completed in 2023 along the northern 11.4 miles of Flagler County’s beach did exactly what was intended as Hurricane Milton ripped across the...
Post Hurricane Milton Update from Flagler County Emergency Operations Center Director Lord
Storm assessment and repairs have begun in the days following Hurricane Milton's landfall and path across the state. Following the storm, it was reported that roughly 51,000...
Flagler County Emergency Management: System in the Tropics warrants personal preparation
Flagler County Emergency Management has a keen eye on the western Caribbean as the National Hurricane Center is messaging that a “potential tropical cyclone” is on the verge...
PALM COAST
City of Palm Coast Proclaims November as Shirley Chisholm Month with Enhancements to Trail on Pine Lakes Parkway
At the November 12th City Council Business Meeting, the City of Palm Coast proclaimed November as Shirley Chisholm Month to honor the trailblazing congresswoman’s legacy....
City of Palm Coast Invites Residents to Shape the Future of Its Mobile App
By-Line: Brittany Kershaw, City of Palm Coast The City of Palm Coast is developing a brand-new mobile application, and we want to hear from you! Residents are encouraged to...
Palm Coast Swears in New City Council During Morning Workshop Meeting
Today's Palm Coast City Council meeting started with public comment. Ken McDonald, a resident of Palm Coast, spoke about the need for free swimming classes for young...
JUNIOR EDITOR
Overcoming Obstacles: Flagler Warrior Alaya Sets Sights on Optometry After Beating Cancer
Alaya is 15 years old loves to play volleyball, and would love to one day have a dog. Alaya was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 2; she had cancer in her eye called...
New Marine Unit Boat Sets Sail Memorial Day Weekend
The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office received a grant from Florida Inland Navigation District (FIND) to fund a new patrol boat which will allow for enhanced patrol along the...
Stormwater Community Workshop for the City of Flagler Beach
Voice your concerns at the Stormwater Community Workshop. The City of Flagler Beach and engineering firm McKim & Creed invites you to attend the Stormwater Community...
SCHOOLS
Flagler County Sheriff Arrests 16-Year-Old for Making School Shooting Threat
On November 8, Flagler County Sheriff’s Office received notification from the Federal Bureau of Investigations about a tip of a possible school shooting threat. Deputies...
Flagler County School Employee Arrested for Striking a Student with Disabilities
On November 7, an Indian Trails Middle School employee, Cheryl Andrews, 69, of Palm Coast, was arrested for Child Abuse without Great Bodily Harm following more than a...
Barrs Appointed to Hunt Seat within Flagler Schools Board
Governor Ron DeSantis has appointed Derek Barrs to the Flagler School Board, filling the seat vacated by Sally Hunt’s recent resignation. Barrs, a seasoned professional with...