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Business Therapist Tiffany Rufino Named Positive Person of the Month by Flagler County Residents
01
Dec
By Krys DeWind
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Business Therapist Tiffany Rufino Named Positive Person of the Month by Flagler County Residents

"I never expect to win things, or advocate for it. I share a lot on social media; I never thought that I would be that person that is picked. I really got teary eyed, not because I am looking for accolades, I try to do stuff for other people and when it comes back it reminds me that I do things too," Tiffany said to kick off the interview. Tiffany's story started when she was very young. Her mother took herself and Tiffany out of a domestic violence situation that involved her biological father. Her mother was a big part…
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Residents of Hidden Lakes and Toscana Come Together Against Apartment Complexes on Old Kings Road
30
Nov
By Krys DeWind
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Residents of Hidden Lakes and Toscana Come Together Against Apartment Complexes on Old Kings Road

Wednesday evening, November 29th at 4pm, residents from both the Hidden Lakes development and Toscana came together to discuss their options in regards to the potential apartment complexes that are proposed to line Old Kings Road. The last minute meeting had an impressive turnout, with at least 30 people in attendance. Also in attendance for this meeting was mayoral candidate Peter Johnson, and City Council candidate Dana "Mark" Stancel. Johnson and Stancel both were there to help explain the situation the residents faced along with answer questions that residents had. Seminole Woods resident Joy Cook was also there to provide…
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UPDATE: FCSO Communications Center Recertified as a Public Safety Telecommunication Training Program
29
Nov
By Krys DeWind
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UPDATE: FCSO Communications Center Recertified as a Public Safety Telecommunication Training Program

The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) Communications Center has been recertified as a Public Safety Telecommunication Training Program. The approval is valid through December 16, 2025. The certification program requires agencies to re-apply every two years. The FCSO Communications Center received its first certification as a certified training center in late 2019. The training program is organized by Communications Training and Relief Supervisor Genice Caccavale. During the application for recertification, the Communications Center must provide proof that they meet all state training standards. The training program is required to meet or exceed a minimum of 236 total hours of training.…
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School Board Workshop 11/28/2023 Hears Presentations on Cell Tower Placement and More
28
Nov
By Krys DeWind
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School Board Workshop 11/28/2023 Hears Presentations on Cell Tower Placement and More

Tuesday, November 28th, 2023, Flagler School Board members held their afternoon workshop meeting. This workshop included presentations by AdventHealth, the 2024-2025 school calendar, Quantum Health, and FPL Easement/Cell Tower Placement. AdventHealth and Flagler Schools have been partnered together since 2021, and will continue this partnership into 2024, with the option to renew this partnership further. They provide mental health resources, classroom to careers and offer athlete care as well. AdventHealth discussed the highlights of their partnership so far, including the increase in behavioral health identifications, training staff, 80% of staff has been trained in Youth Mental Health First Aid. At…
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19th Annual Candlelight Service of Remembrance Scheduled for Sun., Dec. 3rd in Flagler Beach
28
Nov
By Krys DeWind
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19th Annual Candlelight Service of Remembrance Scheduled for Sun., Dec. 3rd in Flagler Beach

Craig Flagler Palms Funeral Home Memorial Gardens & Crematory is hosting their 19th annual Candlelight Service of Remembrance. This candlelight service is scheduled for Sunday, December 3rd, 2023 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Garden of Memory Mausoleum. The Garden of Memory Mausoleum is located at 511 Old Kings Road, South in Flagler Beach. This year attendees will have the opportunity to witness the progress of the funeral home’s extensive renovation project. The project is on track to be completed by year-end, further enhancing Craig Flagler Palm's commitment to providing a serene and dignified environment for remembrance. The…
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‘Who Am I?’ 1980 Cold Case Victim Given Facial Reconstruction
28
Nov
By Krys DeWind
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‘Who Am I?’ 1980 Cold Case Victim Given Facial Reconstruction

The Flagler County Sheriff's Office (FCSO) is seeking the publics help in identifying the new facial reconstruction of a 1980's cold case victim. On May 28th, 1980, the skeletal remains of a male were found near the canal/culvert of State Road 11, just about 2 miles south of Bunnell City Limits. In 1980, the medical examiner and forensic anthropologists believed the remains belonged to a black male, between the ages of 20-27, around 5'6"-5'7" and weighing roughly around 145-150 pounds. The examination revealed that this victim was the victim of a homicide. To date, the victim does not match any…
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Local Flagler County photographer Lori Vetter Bowers wins spot on Florida Association of Counties (FAC) 2024 calendar
27
Nov
By Julie Murphy
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Local Flagler County photographer Lori Vetter Bowers wins spot on Florida Association of Counties (FAC) 2024 calendar

Flagler County will be featured in the Florida Association of Counties 2024 calendar “Skylines of the Sunshine State” for the month of November with a stunning image of the canals in Palm Coast that was shot by photographer Lori Vetter Bowers, a member of the Flagler Beach Photography Club. Dozens of photographers – both amateur and professional – provided photographers to Flagler County for the contest, all of which were submitted. “There are many talented photographers here in Flagler County, and we appreciate their willingness and effort to help us showcase the county,” said County Administrator Heidi Petito. “Congratulations to…
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Weekend Roundup November 24-27
27
Nov
By Krys DeWind
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Weekend Roundup November 24-27

Flagler County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) deputies made 11 arrests last weekend between 6 a.m. on Friday, November 24, 2023, and 6 a.m. on Monday, November 27, 2023, and handled 749 calls for service and made 98 traffic stops. “It was a relatively calm Thanksgiving weekend, but that didn’t stop some criminals from ending up in the Green Roof Inn,” said Sheriff Rick Staly. “Thank you to all our hard-working deputies who spent their Thanksgiving Weekend protecting and serving our residents instead of spending time with their families.” On Friday, FCSO received an anonymous tip about a juvenile threatening to kill…
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Third Annual Holiday Market At The Fair Grounds Draws Big Crowds
25
Nov
By Elena Hagi
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Third Annual Holiday Market At The Fair Grounds Draws Big Crowds

When we first got to the holiday market there was hundreds of people there. They had a bunch of baskets to raffle off. The BACA (Bickers Against Child Abuse) were there and so was the Flagler OARS. There was vendors that made cool wood furniture, while another vendor had pens. There were these home made clothes and customized T-shirts. People made these beautiful wreaths. There were shiny rocks some were red and blue one was yellow to. This one girl hade wonderful art on glass, there was a ballerina and turtle and much more. There was food like brownie's. There…
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Community Comes Together to Provide Thanksgiving Meals to 175 Families on Thanksgiving Day
24
Nov
By Krys DeWind
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Community Comes Together to Provide Thanksgiving Meals to 175 Families on Thanksgiving Day

Yesterday, November 23rd, 2023, was the tenth year that Jearlyn Ministries has spent delivering Thanksgiving meals to people in and around Flagler County. Ten years ago Pastor J started delivering meals to those in Flagler County who normally wouldn't have a holiday meal, like elderly neighbors who don't have family in the area. Since starting this ten years ago, Pastor J and those who work with her now provide meals to 175 families in the area. One person in particular, Steve Lowe, has regularly donated hams and turkeys to distribute to families, despite being on a fixed income. Steve donates…
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