Month: November 2022

Get the Elf OFF the Shelf to come meet author Carol Aebersold at the Flagler County Public Library
30
Nov
By Julie Murphy
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Get the Elf OFF the Shelf to come meet author Carol Aebersold at the Flagler County Public Library

November 30, 2022 – The author of “The Elf on the Shelf: A Christmas Tradition,” Carol Aebersold, will be making a one-time visit to the Flagler County Public Library Palm Coast Branch at 10 a.m. December 17 to read her story and sign copies of her book for those wishing to have their personal copies signed. “This is a huge event for us to have an author of her caliber not only come to the library and read her story, but also to have a book signing,” said Chief of Special Projects and Library Director Holly Albanese. “I was introduced to…
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Flagler code enforcement officer achieves highest certification level in Florida
30
Nov
By Julie Murphy
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Flagler code enforcement officer achieves highest certification level in Florida

November 29, 2022 – Flagler County Code Enforcement Officer Scott Simon achieved the highest certification level in the State of Florida. The certification is provided through the Florida Association of Code Enforcement (FACE). “It is important to keep up with the latest training for the benefit of our residents,” Simon said. “It’s our job to ensure safety within the community. Code enforcement issues are ultimately about public safety.” The Florida Association of Code Enforcement was established to study and advance the science and practice of code enforcement statewide through training, certification and the exchange of ideas, information, and techniques, according to…
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28
Nov
By Julie Murphy
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Flagler County Fire Rescue provides mutual aid to Florida Forest Service, FDEP for Favoretta fire that could burn for days

Favoretta Fire   November 28, 2022 – Flagler County Fire Rescue has been providing mutual aid since Saturday to the Florida Forest Service and the Florida Department of Environmental Protection – the lead response agencies – for a 4-acre brush and mulch fire in Favoretta that could continue to burn for days. “This isn’t a large fire in terms of acreage, but the conditions and location are making it difficult to completely extinguish,” said Fire Rescue Chief Michael Tucker. “We have limited jurisdictional authority in the woods, but we are providing our resources as mutual aid to the Forest Service and…
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Palm Coast Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
27
Nov
By Krys DeWind
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Palm Coast Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

  November 26th was the official Tree Lighting Ceremony by the City of Palm Coast. Crowds of people gathered to witness the large tree light up with Santa and Vice Mayor Eddie Barnquinho at the switch. Sheriff Staly attended the event and visited with residents as the were gathered around awaiting the official lighting. He was even spotted at the FCSO light display. The children cheered Santa as he arrived shortly after 6pm on a fire truck. Once the tree was officially lit, Santa moved over to a small decorated area of the park to allow for photos with Santa.…
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23
Nov
By Julie Murphy
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Flagler County officials join UF|IFAS Extension Office celebrating ‘Farm-City Week’ November 16 through 23

November 23, 2022 – Flagler County officials are joining its UF|IFAS Extension Office in celebrating Farm-City Week alongside the Florida Farm Bureau for the full week leading up to Thanksgiving. "This is really important, especially for us here in Flagler County," said Extension Director Melanie Thomas. "Agriculture in Flagler County contributes to 12,000 jobs – or 28.6% – and $600 million in gross regional product." Farm-City Week, introduced in 1955 and celebrated throughout the United States, is a time to recognize and celebrate the importance of relationships between farmers, consumers, community leaders – and everyone in between – who contribute to…
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Commissioners Leann Pennington, Greg Hansen sworn into office – Hansen elected Chair, Andy Dance elected Vice Chair
23
Nov
By Julie Murphy
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Commissioners Leann Pennington, Greg Hansen sworn into office – Hansen elected Chair, Andy Dance elected Vice Chair

November 23, 2022 – Newly elected Commissioner Leann Pennington, District 4, and twice elected Commissioner Greg Hansen, District 2, were sworn into office by County Judge Melissa Distler. "This is a big day for us," Hansen said before taking the Oath of Office. Commissioner Andy Dance nominated Hansen to chair the Board of County Commissioners. He was elected unanimously. Commissioner Donald O'Brien then nominated Dance to serve as vice chair, and he too was elected unanimously. At the conclusion of the official business of the special meeting, O'Brien spoke of the dignity of peaceful transfer of power as the greatest feature…
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22
Nov
By Julie Murphy
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FEMA extends deadline into January for Flagler County Hurricane Ian survivors to apply for federal disaster assistance

November 22, 2022 – The Federal Emergency Management Agency has extended the deadline until January 12 for Hurricane Ian survivors who suffered damage to their properties to apply for federal disaster assistance. “This is good news because we all know the holidays get hectic under the best of circumstances. This action was taken at the request of Governor Ron DeSantis on behalf of the State of Florida,” said Emergency Management Director Jonathan Lord. “We have had a FEMA Disaster Recovery Center specifically for those impacted by Hurricane Ian here in Flagler County at the Fairgrounds for three weeks to assist our…
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Flagler County Senior Services Division serves up gratitude, turkey in the spirit of the holiday
22
Nov
By Julie Murphy
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Flagler County Senior Services Division serves up gratitude, turkey in the spirit of the holiday

November 21, 2022 – Flagler County Senior Services Division will spend time this week serving up a traditional Thanksgiving dinner to those who take part in the Senior Center Program at Church on the Rock and is also part of the distribution of turkeys and other holiday fixings as part of the Feed Flagler campaign. “It’s what the holiday season is all about – good company, a hot meal, and kindness offered to warm the heart,” said Health and Human Services Director Joseph Hegedus. “I am fortunate to have such a caring team that cherishes all of our residents here in…
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Celebrate America: rescheduled from November 12th to November 19th
19
Nov
By Krys DeWind
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Celebrate America: rescheduled from November 12th to November 19th

Tropical storm Nicole threw a wrench into many weekend plans for veterans day. The celebrate America event was no exception. This event was scheduled to happen on November 12th, but do to the storm and flooding, it was moved to today, November 19th. The event was well received with vendors, food trucks, and a dining area set up. The kids had a kid zone, which included a few bounce houses. Vendors and food trucks lined the dining area as well as the seating area and the stage. Live music made for a fun afternoon. The event was free to the…
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Flagler County Library and Embry Riddle’s ROTC host White Table Ceremony
19
Nov
By Krys DeWind
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Flagler County Library and Embry Riddle’s ROTC host White Table Ceremony

Flagler County Library and Embry Riddle's ROTC hosted a White table ceremony today to honor and remember members of all five military branches who are and were missing in action or prisoners of war. The emotional ceremony started off with a detailed explanation of all of the table ware, down to the table cloth and what each small and intricate piece means. Following the explanation, the cadet listed each individual branch of the military, as the rest of the cadets were making their entrance carrying a cover in remembrance of each branch. The hats were placed around the place setting…
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