Month: October 2023

31

Oct

By Julie Murphy

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News

Flagler County Fire Rescue Honored at 4th Annual First Responders Appreciation Luncheon Hosted By Lakeside by the Sea

The Lakeside by the Sea Homeowners Association put words into action on October 28 – National First Responders Day – by serving up lunch at Flagler County Fire Rescue Station 41 in the Hammock to the firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, and Flagler County Sheriff’s Office deputies who serve that area of the county. “All Flagler County first responders were welcome to join us,” said Michael Keeton, one of the event organizers. “We were thinking that since this year National First Responders Day falls on Saturday, spouses, partners, and children are welcome to join as well.” October 28th sets aside National First…

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31

Oct

By Julie Murphy

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Flagler County to Make Major Changes to Website – Community Input Sought Through a Survey

Flagler County is preparing to undergo a major website redesign and is requesting community members and frequent users to provide input through a short survey (https://ows.io/qs/39q186cs). "We would appreciate your feedback on the current user experience," said Audio Video Production Coordinator Carlos Hernandez. "Your answers will help to make the website better for all users." The survey takes about 5 minutes to complete. Access is also available through the QR code below. Follow Flagler County Government on Facebook: www.facebook.com/FlaglerCountyGovernment.

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30

Oct

By Krys DeWind

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FCSOFCSO, Flagler COunty arrests, flagler county news, flagler county residents, flagler county sheriff

FCSO’s Weekend Summary of Arrests

Flagler County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) deputies made 16 arrests last weekend between 6 a.m. on Friday, October 20, 2023, and 6 a.m. on Monday, October 23, 2023. Over the weekend, deputies handled 871 calls for service and made 164 traffic stops. “Flagler County Sheriff’s Office deputies had another busy weekend,” said Sheriff Rick Staly. “One man learned the hard way that you can run, but you can’t hide from FCSO, even after several hours on the run he found out we don’t give up until we get our criminal. In this case, he went to jail tired and bitten by…

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30

Oct

By Kim Hunt

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Bunnell, News

Flagler Playhouse Devastated by Overnight Fire

At approximately 10:02 p.m. on the evening of Sunday, October 29, 2023, emergency units received a call regarding a structure fire at the Flagler Playhouse in Bunnell. Upon their arrival, the first responding teams were met with a distressing scene: thick, billowing black smoke emanating from the eaves of the building and an active fire in the rear section of the structure. The flames rapidly spread into the attic space, prompting an ongoing, arduous battle by firefighters from Flagler County Fire Rescue, Palm Coast Fire Department, Flagler Beach Fire Department, and Ormond Beach Fire Department Station 92, who worked tirelessly…

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27

Oct

By Krys DeWind

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Community, News, Palm Coastpalm coast city council, Palm Coast deelopments, Palm coast news

Seminole Woods Development Rezoning Sparks Public Outcry Over Multi-Family Housing Potential

It is easily noted at most City meetings, that the public is not happy with the seemingly non-stop rezoning of multiple development projects to include multi-family housing options like apartment complexes in single family residential neighborhoods. We were able to sit down an interview a Seminole Woods resident, Joy, who spoke in depth about her interactions not just with the city but with the developers and how her and her neighbors feel about the development changes. Joy moved here back in 2004 during the initial growth spurt. She said, "You expect growth, but not at this level." She went on…

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27

Oct

By Krys DeWind

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FCSO, SchoolsFCSO, flagler county, flagler county news, flagler county schools, flagler schools

14-Year-Old Indian Trails Middle School Student Arrested for Threatening Students with a Knife

A 14-year-old Indian Trails Middle School (ITMS) student was arrested early Friday morning after pulling a knife on students and staff. At approximately 7:45 am on October 27, 2023, Flagler County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) Community Policing Division deputies responded to assist the School Resource Deputy at ITMS. Prior to the start of school, two juvenile females engaged in a physical altercation which was broken up by school staff. Following the altercation, 14-year-old Justin Gillespie removed a knife from his backpack and raised it above his head in a threatening manner towards other students present. Gillespie was quickly and safely taken…

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27

Oct

By Krys DeWind

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Business, Palm Coast

Be Active Mobility & Equipment Holds Grand Opening Party

Be Active Mobility & Equipment, opened their doors three months ago. Thursday, October 26th, at 4pm, they also held their grand opening ceremony. "We are the only licensed DME in Palm Coast. We provide all medical equipment, we are not owned by any physician, we are independent" said the owner Chris Townsend. "The turnout has been amazing. We are very blessed with all of the friends, family and industry supporters that have come out" said Townsend when asked about the grand opening event itself. "We already have an off-site warehouse, and I like this retail space, as it has four…

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26

Oct

By Krys DeWind

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News, Palm Coast, PoliticsPalm Coast Mayoral Candidate, Palm coast news, palm coast politics

Mayoral Candidate Peter Johnson Talks C-Section Canals, Growth, Infrastructure and More

Peter Johnson, a C-Section resident of Palm Coast, is running for the seat of Mayor on the City Council this coming year.  We had the opportunity to sit down with him and discuss the some of the common issues residents bring up at city meetings. We started off with an issue that pertains to Johnson and his mother, as they live in the C-Section, the salt water canals and their need to be dredged. Johnson started off by explaining how the canals, both salt and freshwater, are a huge asset to Palm Coast and this asset is why we don't…

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26

Oct

By Krys DeWind

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Community, FCSO, NewsFCSO, flagler county, flagler county news, flagler county safety

UPDATE: Sex Offender Arrested After Violating Conditions During Halloween Sex Offender Checks

On October 17, 2023, detectives discovered a violation regarding sex offender David Womble. During the compliance check, it was discovered that David resided at an address in the R-section of Palm Coast and he failed to register as required by Florida State Statute. A warrant was issued for Womble’s arrest for Failing to Register as a Sex Offender on October 24, 2023, and he was subsequently arrested in St. John’s County. He remains in the St. John’s County Jail pending extradition to Flagler County. He is being held on $30,000 bond. “This is exactly why we conduct these compliance checks,”…

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26

Oct

By Krys DeWind

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Community, Health, NewsAdventHealth, Cancer Center, community news, flagler county news

Construction begins on the Freytag Health Plaza at AdventHealth Palm Coast

 AdventHealth Palm Coast broke ground on construction of the two-story Freytag Health Plaza today. Named in honor of Palm Coast residents Peter and Sue Freytag, the Health Plaza will become a vital hub for cancer treatment, primary care and rehabilitation services. “We are proud to be a part of this community and are committed to making it a healthier place to live,” said Sue Freytag. “It is an honor to have the opportunity to help people in our community get the best care without having to travel.” Peter Freytag, a cancer survivor, shared his personal connection to the project. “Everybody knows…

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