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By Julie Murphy, Flagler County Public Information Officer
February 2, 2023

Officials encourage residents with coastal beach erosion from Ian, Nicole to apply for FDEP grant

The grant through the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and just became available.

Palm Coast Observer

By Sierra Williams
February 2, 2023

Dune restoration at MalaCompra Park adds 12.3 tons of sand in first week

The $3.67 million project will has so far completed the first 1,500 of 8,350 linear feet. The work is beginning at MalaCompra Park and will extend to Washington Oaks State Park.

Palm Coast Observer

By Jarleene Almenas
February 2, 2023

One person dead after single-vehicle crash on I-95 near U.S. 1 in Ormond Beach

A 30-year-old woman is dead and four other people were transported to the hospital after a crash on Thursday, Feb. 2, in the northbound lane of I-95 near the U.S. 1 exit in Ormond Beach.

Ormond Beach Observer

By Sierra Williams
February 2, 2023

Firefighters make headway on Favoretta fire

Firefighters are making headway on the mulch fire at Arrow Materials near Favoretta after using new strategies to extinguish it, according to a press release.

Palm Coast Observer

By Sierra Williams
February 2, 2023

MHS faces second bomb threat in one week, third in two months

The threat on Feb. 2 was believed to be perpetrated by the same caller as the Jan. 25 hoax caller, FCSO said. It is the second bomb threat in a week, third in two months.

Palm Coast Observer

By Observer Staff
February 2, 2023

Flagler Health+, UF Health announce plans for merger

The merger would affect Flagler, St. Johns, Putnam, Clay and Duval counties.

Palm Coast Observer

By Sierra Williams
February 1, 2023

Flagler County reaches settlement in dune hold-out

The settlement was reached with the property owner before an hour had passed at the bankruptcy hearing.

Palm Coast Observer

By Michele Meyers
February 1, 2023

Mary Jo represents: Ormond Beach Chamber of Commerce installs new executive board chair

Mary Jo Allen, Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer at Halifax Health, added another title to her name as she began her tenure as the chamber’s executive board chair on Friday, Jan. 27.

Ormond Beach Observer

By Julie Murphy, Flagler County public information officer
February 1, 2023

Flagler County collaborates with municipalities on legislative priorities

Flagler County took a collaborative approach as it presented the 2023 legislative priorities.

Palm Coast Observer

By Julie Murphy, Flagler County Public Information Officer
February 1, 2023

Flagler County provides aid to Forest Service, FDEP for Favoretta fire

The Flagler County government is supporting the lead agencies that are fighting the fire, which has been burning for about two months.

Palm Coast Observer

By Jarleene Almenas
February 1, 2023

City Commission presents its goals in strategic planning workshop

The Ormond Beach City Commission discussed future goals at its Strategic Plan update workshop on Tuesday, Jan. 31.

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By Sierra Williams
February 1, 2023

City Council reviews Sunshine Laws, council requirements ahead of next budget session

Also in City Watch: The Palm Coast Open is set to begin is 12th USTA Men's tennis tournament on Feb. 6.

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By Sierra Williams
February 1, 2023

Preliminary design for Flagler Beach pier adds 10 feet in height

The pier is currently just under 18 feet high. If FEMA allows, the design will also make the pier five feet wider.

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By Sierra Williams
February 1, 2023

Flagler Sheriff honors 15 employees, 2 citizens with Lifesaving Award

Sheriff Rick Staly recognized FCSO employees for their hard work at Flager County Sheriff's Office’s Fourth Quarter 2022 Awards Ceremony on Jan. 26.

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By Sierra Williams
February 1, 2023

FCSO Detention Facility Awarded American Jail Association’s 2023 Innovation Award

Sheriff Perry Hall Inmate Detention Facility won the award for medium-sized jails in the United States.

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