May, 2024 - Flagler County Buzz

Hurricane Season Kicks Off June 1st; Flagler County Starts Preparedness Plans, Urges Residents to Also Have Plans and Supplies in Place

by Krys DeWind | May 30, 2024 | Community, News

Emergency Management Director Jonathon Lord held the annual Hurricane Roundtable at the EOC building, where he and his staff outlined how the county’s emergency management department has prepared and continues to prepare for a potentially busy hurricane season....

State of Florida two week ‘Sales Tax Holiday’ begins June 1

by Krys DeWind | May 29, 2024 | Events

The State of Florida is offering disaster preparedness financial assistance through the 2024 Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday that begins June 1, in conjunction with the Atlantic Hurricane Season, and ends on June 14. “We want our residents to be ready for the...

Flagler County Sheriff Weekend Roundup May 25-27 Extra Memorial Day Weekend Patrols Result in Numerous Narcotics, DUI Arrests

by Krys DeWind | May 29, 2024 | FCSO

Flagler County Sheriff’s Office deputies made 27 arrests over the long holiday weekend between 6 p.m. on Friday, May 24, 2024, and 6 a.m. on Tuesday, May 27, 2024. They handled 1,150 calls for service and made 293 traffic stops and 5 DUI arrests. During the holiday...

Flagler County Education Foundation Annual Dinner: A Night to Celebrate Educational Excellence

by Krys DeWind | May 28, 2024 | Schools

The Flagler County Education Foundation proudly hosted its Annual Dinner at Hammock Beach Resort on May 23rd, 2024. This cherished event gathers educators, students, community leaders, and supporters to honor the remarkable achievements and advancements in the Flagler...

FCSO Offers Programs to Safeguard Homes During Summer Vacation

by Krys DeWind | May 28, 2024 | FCSO

The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office is once again encouraging residents to take advantage of its Vacation Watch program while they travel this summer. Through this community safety program, each household can receive up to 20 vacation house watch checks per year....