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+ Voting location change
Voting Precinct 9, previously Temple Beth Shalom, is no longer available for use and will be about two miles down the road, into Precinct 22.
+ Biplane crash in west Flagler
On May 4, a single-engine, two-passenger biplane crash-landed in the treetops in western Flagler County, due to fuel pump failure. No injuries were recorded.
+ WNZF loses Limbaugh
After three months of broadcasting on WNZF radio, the Rush Limbaugh show was removed from the station’s news-talk lineup, May 2. WNZF President and General Manager David Ayers reports many complaints to his offices and said that Mayor Jon Netts has also been notified by a resident on the issue.
According to an on-air statement by Ayers, WNZF was awarded the Limbaugh contract “because no listenable radio signals served” the area. WNDB, a Daytona Beach affiliate, however, protested, claiming that WNZF’s signal extends into Volusia, ultimately stealing the station’s listenership.
“People in Flagler County should not be denied,” Ayers said. “We all find Rush’s termination disappointing.”
+ DUI, drive-by shooting
A Palm Coast man was arrested May 6 on charges of driving under the influence, use of a firearm while under the influence and discharging a firearm from a vehicle.
Deputies said Pavel Bolotnikov, 26, of 75 Riverview Bend S., fired several shots from his van as he drove along Riverview Bend in the gated community of Tidelands in Palm Coast around 2:30 a.m.
Bolotnikov was arrested driving approximately 50 mph in a 30 mph zone on Longview Way. A .45 caliber handgun was recovered from his the vehicle, along with 10 spent shell casings.
+ Rib Fest brings in $5,000
The second-annual Rock ’n’ Rib Fest, featuring Starship, April 9, at Town Center, drew in almost $60,000 in gross proceeds, according to data released by the city of Palm Coast. Revenue after expenses totaled $5,356.95 for the city.
+ Business seminar scheduled
Small businesses interested in learning more about availability of capital, insurance, tax and legal ramifications are invited to a free seminar, 2:30 p.m., May 16, at the Palm Coast Community Center.
Hosted by the city of Palm Coast, the Florida Department of Financial Services, Division of Consumer Services and the Flagler County Chamber of Commerce & Affiliates, the program will include panel discussions with the Small Business Administration, Internal Revenue Service, local bank and law firm representatives and an official from Daytona State College. For more information, visit www.MyFloridaCFO.com or call 850-413-2089.
+ Smoke testing in B-section
Beginning May 23 and extending through May 31, Palm Coast will be smoke-testing the sanitary sewer lines on streets beginning with the letters Bel, Bee, Bea, Ben, Bec, Bev, Bou, Bot, Bow, Boy, Bol, Bon, Bos, Box and Bob.
By inserting an odorless smoke into the sewer system, the test checks for pipe leaks, breaks and defects. Recommended by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the smoke will only enter homes or businesses if there is a presence of defective plumbing or dried sink traps/floor drains. The test smoke leaves no residuals or stains, and has no effect on plants or animals.
Prior to testing, the city asks that area residents/businesses pour two gallons of water in seldom-used sinks or flood drains to prevent gases from entering the premises. If smoke enters, residents should leave the building and notify testing crews or call the city. Smoke should only affect homes for approximately 15 minutes.
If anyone in tested buildings suffer from a heart condition, asthma, emphysema or other respiratory conditions and are planning to stay inside during testing, notify the city — 986-2371.
After testing, property owners will be notified; residents are responsible for any corrections to their sewer system.
+ Beverley Beach to share water
A Professional Services Agreement between Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for Beverley Beach to share Palm Coast’s central wastewater collection and treatment system was unanimously approved. “It’s a city-county-working-together sort of thing,” said Craig Coffey, County Administrator.
+ Corrections
George Lopez, of Internet show “Dead Air,” has worked with Jason and Grant from “Ghost Hunters.” “Dead Air” broadcasts Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday.
The Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra, featured on 3B in the May 5 edition, has played at the Flagler Auditorium at least eight times.
Eugene Monroe visited Bunnell Elementary School through a connection with First Coast Scoopers, in Jacksonville, and Jamie Lambert, a third-grade teacher.
+ Public meetings
Palm Coast City Council — the next regular workshop is 9 a.m. Tuesday, May 17, at the Community Center.
Flagler County Board of County Commissioners — the next regular meeting is 5 p.m. Monday, May 16, at the Government Services Building.
Flagler County School Board — the next regular meeting is 9 a.m. Tuesday, May 17, at the GSB.
Economic Development Summit — 8 a.m., Friday, May 13 at the Agricultural Extension Center.
