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Business Therapist Tiffany Rufino Named Positive Person of the Month by Flagler County Residents

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

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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Registrations Growing for Florida’s Largest Boat Parade

Registrations Growing for Florida’s Largest Boat Parade

This year the Palm Coast Holiday Boat Parade hopes to hold its status as the largest lighted boat parade in the State of Florida. This year, the parade route has been lengthened over a mile, and shuttle bus services for spectators will be provided. Registrations are growing for the parade. The parade is free for all. To register a boat visit https://palmcoastyachtclub.com. To help improve parade access, parking will be available at the Palm Coast Community Center and the Daytona State College campus, both on Palm Coast Parkway. Flagler County buses will shuttle viewers between designated parking and European Village.…
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‘Tis the Season to Shop Local – Be Local Buy Local Holiday Gift & Dining Guide

‘Tis the Season to Shop Local – Be Local Buy Local Holiday Gift & Dining Guide

As the holiday season approaches, the City of Palm Coast is advocating for the ‘Be Local Buy Local’ initiative, encouraging residents to shop at local businesses. Partnering with numerous local establishments, Palm Coast is thrilled to present the ‘Be Local Buy Local’ Holiday Gift & Dining Guide for 2023. This guide is a festively designed, digital catalog that highlights exclusive promotions, fostering community engagement and support. The ‘Be Local Buy Local’ Holiday Gift & Dining Guide is accessible online, allowing residents to download the catalog onto their personal devices. This PDF is designed with clickable links that lead directly to…
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Special City Meeting to Discuss City Attorney Services

Special City Meeting to Discuss City Attorney Services

The Palm Coast City Council held a special workshop meeting to hear a presentation on the City Attorney Services. The meeting with kicked off with public comment, many of which regarded the the new construction in existing neighborhoods leading to the flooding of existing homes. This special meeting was called to discuss the City Attorney Services. Garganese, Weiss, D'Agresta and Salzman has represented for 17 years. This special meeting was called to give staff a direction to move forward as changes are made within the firm, and will inevitably affect the City of Palm Coast's Legal Services Agreement. One of…
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Local Flagler County photographer Lori Vetter Bowers wins spot on Florida Association of Counties (FAC) 2024 calendar

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

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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Community Comes Together to Provide Thanksgiving Meals to 175 Families on Thanksgiving Day

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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Fentanyl, Meth Recovered from Neighborhood by Resident Following ‘See Something, Say Something’

Fentanyl, Meth Recovered from Neighborhood by Resident Following ‘See Something, Say Something’

 On Tuesday, the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) recovered drugs from a B-section neighborhood, which tested positive for Fentanyl and Methamphetamine. Concerned neighbors notified the Sheriff’s Office of a suspicious person at a construction site on their street. An unidentified male was seen ducking into a porta potty, standing on the toilet, and looking through vents. The witnesses also claim the individual made a throwing motion in the direction of a nearby culvert drainpipe. Upon arrival, deputies believed the suspicious person had thrown various baggies of narcotics into the culvert drainpipe. The narcotics were recovered from the drainpipe by deputies…
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New Non-Profit Brings Back Parkinson’s Support Groups and Programs Post COVID

New Non-Profit Brings Back Parkinson’s Support Groups and Programs Post COVID

Renee Shoner, Founder of Parkinson's Flagler Palm Coast, has taken up the mantle of monthly meetings for those suffering from Parkinson's and their family/caretakers. This group was originally part of Halifax Health, but during the COVID shutdowns of 2020, the group had ceased to exist. Of those who ran this group prior to COVID, Renee was the only one left in the area with the time and ability to bring this group back to life. Renee shared her story with us, on how she became involved with the original group, as well as what led her to take it over…
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