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Flagler Beach Resident Currently in Israel Shares Harrowing Experience
15
Oct
By Krys DeWind
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Flagler Beach Resident Currently in Israel Shares Harrowing Experience

Sivan Fima, a Flagler Beach resident since roughly June of 2022, is currently in Israel; having been there visiting family and friends since September 11th. Sivan has resided in the U.S. since 2004, after she had served her 3 years in the Israeli army. Sivan was born and raised in Jerusalem, for a total of 21 years. She recounted to us that she had experienced two terrorist attacks during her 21 years of life in Jerusalem, but neither of them could compare to this latest attack. Since living away from Jerusalem and Israel, she told us, "I've come to realize…
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2nd Annual Hang 8 Dog Surfing Extravaganza Brings Multitude of People and Pets to Beach
20
May
By Krys DeWind
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2nd Annual Hang 8 Dog Surfing Extravaganza Brings Multitude of People and Pets to Beach

Today, Flagler Beach Mayor Suzette Johnson and 7-11 owner, Eric Cooley, hosted the 2nd annual Hang 8 Dog Surfing Extravaganza. The event started off with vendors setting up along the beach while dogs and their human counterparts prepared for the competitions. The rough surf made it tricky for some of the four legged surfers, but many pressed on and competed. Good Times Dog Bar supplied staff for the event to assist in keeping the four legged athletes safe during the competition. People came to watch the surfing heats and brought their dogs with them to spend the day at the…
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7th Annual Turtle Fest is Held at Veterans Park in Flagler Beach
16
Apr
By Krys DeWind
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7th Annual Turtle Fest is Held at Veterans Park in Flagler Beach

This last Saturday at Veterans Park in Flagler Beach, the 7th annual Turtle Fest was held. Vendors of all kinds were in attendance, along with belly dancers for entertainment, and you guessed it, turtles! This event is a yearly event in Flagler Beach that is held at Veterans Park, which is right across the street from the beach. This year, there were tortoises and turtles in attendance, and people were able to talk to professionals about the animals.  There were vendors of all kinds in the park set up to sell wares, provide information, and sell food and snacks. Florida…
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National Care Foundation: A Flagler Beach Foundation Looking to Advocate for Victims of Domestic Violence, Trauma, and Sexual Abuse
12
Apr
By Krys DeWind
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National Care Foundation: A Flagler Beach Foundation Looking to Advocate for Victims of Domestic Violence, Trauma, and Sexual Abuse

I had the pleasure of sitting down with Erica Rivera last week to talk about her newest venture, The National Care Foundation. This is a brand new foundation, that is still being built into existence. Erica is very passionate about helping people work through traumas, domestic violence and other sexual assaults and abuse. Erica told me how she felt people who suffered from sexual traumas and domestic violence are often an underserved area. The subject, especially around sexual assault and abuse, can sometimes be considered taboo; which makes it so hard for people to find and get the help they…
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811 Salt & Vine: Salt, Yoga and Vine; First of many events for the Community
28
Feb
By Krys DeWind
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811 Salt & Vine: Salt, Yoga and Vine; First of many events for the Community

The 811 Salt & Vine, is a cute little spa located right across the street from the beach. The spa offers services like, infrared sauna, red light therapy, salt cave, oxygen bar, and facials. This family owned and operated spa has a wonderful vibe, fair pricing, is always welcoming. The Salt & Vine is all about community.  811 Salt & Vine tells us that they want to help unite the community while bringing knowledge of health and wellness to everyone. This last Sunday, February 26th, Salt and Vine held their very first Salt, Yoga and Vine event. They have plans…
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UPDATE: Flagler Beach Boil Water Notice LIFTED
12
Feb
By Krys DeWind
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UPDATE: Flagler Beach Boil Water Notice LIFTED

UPDATE: The Tie-in testing and boil water notice for Flagler Beach residents is LIFTED. The Tie-in testing is going to be rescheduled. There will be NO boil water notice for Flagler Beach city residents this coming week. Residents of Flagler Beach, living on South Oceanshore Blvd, South Central Ave, South Daytona Ave, and South Flagler Ave, between 12th and 17th street, were told there was a precautionary boil water notice for their area, issued to the Flagler Beach website, on February 10th. It was updated today with additional information. There will be a water interruption, and a boil water notice…
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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers provides Flagler County with initial construction schedule for beach renourishment project
04
Feb
By Julie Murphy
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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers provides Flagler County with initial construction schedule for beach renourishment project

February 3, 2023 – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers notified Flagler County officials that its 2.6-mile project “is a go” now that the person holding out on two easements will sign to provide access for the work to be done. An initial timeline was also provided that anticipates work will begin in April 2024. “This has been a very long time coming, with a tremendous amount of time, energy and dedication by many,” said County Administrator Heidi Petito. “Gratitude and congratulations go to (County Engineer) Faith Alkhatib and (County Attorney) Al Hadeed, as well as their teams, for their perseverance…
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Contractor mobilizes, construction to begin Wednesday on dunes restoration from MalaCompra to Washington Oaks
24
Jan
By Julie Murphy
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Contractor mobilizes, construction to begin Wednesday on dunes restoration from MalaCompra to Washington Oaks

January 23, 2023 – Flagler County’s contractor for $3.67 million Hurricane Dorian dunes restoration project from south MalaCompra Park to north Washington Oaks Gardens State Park mobilized on Monday and construction will begin on Wednesday. “We are very excited to get this project underway,” said County Engineer Faith Alkhatib. “They are anticipating completing this project this Spring ahead of turtle nesting season (April 15), but the daily surveys can be completed as needed should construction go beyond the current schedule.” Additionally, daily shorebird surveys conducted by the Atlantic Ecological Services, beginning March 1, will not be impacted. The project will restore…
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Flagler County to receive $17 million from FDEP to address coastal erosion as part of 2022 Special Session Funding
19
Jan
By Julie Murphy
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Flagler County to receive $17 million from FDEP to address coastal erosion as part of 2022 Special Session Funding

January 19, 2023 – Flagler County was notified yesterday (January 18) that it will receive $17 million in funding allocated as part of the 2022 Special Session Funding through the Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection, part of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP). The funding is part of the $100 million Governor Ron DeSantis pledged his support of beach nourishment projects within 16 coastal counties impacted by Hurricane Ian or Hurricane Nicole. Of the 16 counties awarded funding, Flagler County received the third highest allocation behind Volusia and Lee counties. “We are so incredibly grateful to be receiving these…
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Flagler County officials share details of upcoming FDOT public meeting about State Road A1A
19
Jan
By Julie Murphy
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Flagler County officials share details of upcoming FDOT public meeting about State Road A1A

January 19, 2023 – Flagler County officials are advising residents that the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is to hold a public meeting at 5:30 p.m. January 31 about project plans on State Road A1A from Osprey Drive to a point north of Mariners Drive. Current project plans are to construct pedestrian improvements and to resurface State Road A1A to extend the life of the roadway. A project information handout has been provided by FDOT (attached). “The Florida Department of Transportation is holding this public meeting to present information and receive community feedback,” said Flagler County Engineer Faith Alkhatib. “It is…
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