Flagler County Buzz

Flagler County Sheriff Rick Staly Files for Re-election; Crime Down 54% Since Sheriff Staly Elected

by Kim Hunt | Oct 5, 2023 | FCSO

Sheriff Rick Staly has filed paperwork with the Flagler County Supervisor of Elections for re-election as Flagler County Sheriff. Since Sheriff Staly was elected, he has led FCSO to an historic -54% crime reduction by implementing new service strategies, guardianship...

A Wealth of Local Knowledge and History; Bob Pickering Named October Positive Person of the Month

by Kim Hunt | Oct 1, 2023 | #UnbeelievablyPositive, News

Bob Pickering’s first day on the job at Marineland was June 8, 1983 at the age of 16. During his eleven years at Marineland, he worked as a Custodian, Playport Attendant, Guide, Ticket Taker, Diver, Dolphin Trainer, Announcer and Lab Technician. After leaving...

Operation 22 Inc: A Lifeline for Veterans

by Kim Hunt | Oct 1, 2023 | Features

DISCLAIMER: The information provided in this interview is unverifiable at this time. Operation 22 Inc. is a volunteer-based, not-for-profit organization that is dedicated to bringing the veteran community together to raise awareness and help end veteran suicide. They...

Celebrate Mobility Week at the Central Park Bike Rodeo & Ride

by Kim Hunt | Sep 30, 2023 | Events, News, Palm Coast

The Central Park Bike Rodeo & Ride will be held on Nov. 3 from 5-7 p.m. for the Central Park Bike Rodeo & Ride in Central Park in recognition of Mobility Week. The Palm Coast Fire Department, Flagler County Sheriff’s Office, Florida Department of...

Stella Finds a Home: An ‘Unbeelievably Pawsitive’ Story With a Happy Ending

by Kim Hunt | Sep 29, 2023 | #UnbeelievablyPositive

A post was made in the Flagler Beach For Friends Facebook group regarding an abandoned dog named Stella who was in dire need of a home. The owner decided to move and left Stella behind. Dee Deegan’s neighbor took Stella in. However, the apartment complex where...