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CONNERTON’S BIG GAME PAGE 3B THURSDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2023

$90 million sports facility proposed Palm Coast will look into public-private partnerships to support potential 180-acre sports complex. PAGE 10A

After 11 years in prison, man gives back to deputies

Merry and bright 40th annual Palm Coast Holiday Boat Parade sails into new record. PAGE 3A

Former inmate paints their homes for free. PAGE 9A INSIDE RESTRICT RENTALS? Mayor: City should protect locals from rental nuisances associated with short-term rental properties. PAGE 2A

BACK TO SCHOOL

Hannah Anderson was a student at Indian Trails Middle just six years ago. Now she’s the school’s Rookie Teacher of the Year. PAGE 4A

WATER WOES

A city task force reviewing residential drainage problems is taking on over 80 cases. PAGE 5A

TEACHER ARRESTED A Matanzas High School teacher is accused of stealing more than $3,000 in merchandise from Walmart. PAGE 8A

BIG SCORE

Wattcore, Florida Agricultural Museum are honored by SCORE of Flagler Volusia. PAGE 9A

This boat featured a cross, several angels and a birthday cake that read “Happy Birthday Jesus.”

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NEW LITTLE LIBRARY The Flagler Department of Health is joining the Little Free Libraries movement. PAGE 10A

Festival of lights PAGE 1B

EATERIES OPEN

The owner of Raw Juice Bar in Flagler Beach opens Sip & Surf restaurant, while Beachfront Nutrition opens as Flagler Beach’s new oceanside smoothie shop. PAGE 9A

Battling back Jack Wronowski and Flagler Palm Coast High School fell short against undefeated New Smyrna Beach.

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Positive sign Rya’sir Jefferson and the Matanzas Pirates were encouraged by their rally against Father Lopez.

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The Davis family — Beckham, 5, with his parents Michael and Jacqueline — attended Chabad of Palm Coast’s annual Chanukah Jewish Festival and Concert decked out in their Hanukkah best.

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THE OBSERVER | THURSDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2023

CITY WATCH

City Council considers vacation rental regulations

SIERRA WILLIAMS STAFF WRITER

Palm Coast adopts parks plan Palm Coast has adopted its new countywide Parks and Recreation Master Plan. The Parks and Recreation Master Plan serves as a blueprint for the future development and enhancement of parks, open spaces and greenways according to a press release from the city. The City Council voted 4-0, with council member Nick Klufas absent, to adopt the plan at its Dec. 5 meeting. The master plan is the culmination of a yearlong collaboration with Flagler County and BerryDunn, a firm hired to conduct surveys, analyze data and help city and county staff identify local priorities for a master plan. The result is a countywide approach to mapping the future of parks and recreation in Flagler County, according to the press release. The city has begun implementing several aspects of the plan already, including updating the QR codes along trails and collaborating with the county government, the Tourism Development Office, the Northeast Florida Regional Council and the National Park Service to make the signage system along trailheads more cohesive.

Palm Coast Mayor David Alfin said the city needs to look into ways to protect current residents from the potential dangers and nuisances of short-term rentals. “The idea here is not to deny anybody’s property rights,” he said. “It’s just to comply with, you know, what our residents in our neighborhoods expect and to maintain that level throughout the city of Palm Coast.” Palm Coast has a total of 8,837 rentals but only charges $5 to register new rentals — the same rate it has used since 2004. Palm Coast first began registering rentals in 2004, when there were only 800 rentals in the city, Code Enforcement Director Barbara Grossman said. Palm Coast requires all rental properties — regardless of whether they are short-term, longterm or vacation rentals — to register as rentals in the city. “A rental is a rental is a rental,” Grossman said. The 2004 ordinance required the applicant to pay a $5 registration fee and a $50 noncompliance fee. Almost 20 years later, with almost 11 times as many rentals as when the ordinance was first passed, Palm Coast is still charging the same amount. Rentals in unincorporated Flagler

BY THE NUMBERS

8,837

properties in Palm Coast are registered as rentals, including both short-term vacation rentals and long-term rentals.

800

properties were registered in 2004, when the city first began tracking rental properties.

is charged to register a new rental property in Palm Coast.

$400

is charged to register new rental properties in unincorporated Flagler County.

Law firm bid process to begin on Dec. 27

The search for Palm Coast’s new legal representative will begin on Dec. 27. City Attorney Neysa Borkert ended her sevenyear tenure with the city on Dec. 12. Her exit opens the door for Palm Coast to begin searching for a new law firm for the first time in 15 years. The bid process will likely take until Feb. 13, according to City Council meeting documents. Assistant City Manager Lauren Johnston said the city will begin advertising the bid on Dec. 20, and it will open for applications on Dec. 27. Applicants are required to submit their intents to bid by Jan. 24 and to submit their proposals by Jan. 25. The bids themselves will be evaluated on different criteria: the experience of the potential city attorney, the experience of the firm, the fee proposal and the reference materials. Johnston said the period from Jan. 26 to Feb. 8 was left open for council members to evaluate the different applicants. Borkert has accepted another position in-house at Garganese, Weiss, D’Agresta & Salzman, P.A., Palm Coast’s contracted law firm since 2008. Managing shareholder Anthony Garganese assured the City Council at the Nov. 28 meeting that the firm will continue to supply attorneys for the city meetings and its other services until the city can choose new representation. Garganese said the firm was unable to continue supplying a single dedicated attorney to serve as Palm Coast’s legal representative in meetings, in part because of Palm Coast’s meeting schedule. Borkert said it has been a pleasure working with Palm Coast.

“If they’re not charging that to the city of Palm Coast, I think we need to really consider increasing our registration fee and our renewal fee.” THERESA CARLI PONTIERI, City Council member

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Palm Coast City Council member Theresa Carli Pontieri

County are required to pay the county $400 for an initial application, $200 for renewals, $50 to transfer a rental and $50 to modify an application, Grossman said. City Council member Theresa Carli Pontieri asked Grossman if the city receives any portion of those fees. Grossman said she wasn’t sure. Pontieri asked city staff to investigate whether any of the county fees come back to Palm Coast or, if not, where the money goes. “If they’re not charging that to the city of Palm Coast, I think we need to really consider increasing our registration fee and our renewal fee, if we even have one,” Pontieri said. A search of Air BnB’s website showed more than 800 rental properties, some of which fell outside of Palm Coast city limits. The 2004 city ordinance also requires rental properties to be maintained “in a high-quality manner,” and requires properties to have a property manager within the city if the property owner lives elsewhere. The debate about short-term vacation rentals like AirBnB and how they should be regulated has been a recurring debate in Florida. But,

Grossman said, people often can’t tell the difference between homes that are short-term rentals and those owned by residents. The most common nuisance reports the city receives about rentals, she said, are the same ones it receives about other properties: noise, trash and parking. Grossman said Code Enforcement staff members are working to inform rental owners and renters about the city’s top violations. Grossman said they are working on either a pamphlet with the top 10 code violations that can be handed out to new renters or installed as a sign in the home. Members of the Florida Legislature have proposed multiple bills over the last few years that would restrict how local governments can regulate short-term rentals like Air BnB. The most recent was Senate Bill 714. Pontieri said there is already a new proposed bill for the next legislative session — Senate Bill 280 — that also proposes similar restrictions on local governments’ ability to restrict short-term rentals.

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‘A Sea of LIGHTS’ The 40th anniversary Palm Coast Holiday Boat Parade drew more than 100 registrants.

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40th annual Palm Coast Boat Parade sails into new record with over 108 vessels. SIERRA WILLIAMS STAFF WRITER

The Palm Coast Holiday Boat Parade celebrated its 40th anniversary on Dec. 9 with its largest-ever number of decorated vessels. At a captain’s meeting held earlier in the day on Dec. 9 for the registered boaters, Parade Chair Sarah Ulis said the parade was up to 108 registrants, making it the largest lighted holiday boat parade in Florida. In 2022, the holiday boat parade included 91 registered participants. Between the registered boaters and the number of other Palm Coast residents who did not register but still decorated their own boats for the parade, there were at least 150 decorated vessels, Ulis wrote in an email to the Observer. She called the event a “sea of lights.” “The number of officially registered boats was met and even surpassed by other Palm Coast boaters who decorated their boats to the plimsoll line and on up into the sky,” Ulis wrote. For next year’s parade, Ulis wrote, there will be official counters, and the parade will submit the numbers

Rosina Ronda and her sons CJ, 5, and Isaiah, 3, pose with the boys’ father, Chad Cox, with his girlfriend, Thea Charles, at the holiday boat parade.

to Guinness World Records. The parade, organized by the Palm Coast Yacht Club, ran from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., and the city of Palm Coast livestreamed the parade on its YouTube channel. The parade was dedicated to Al Krier, a longtime community activist who died in December 2022. For the first time, Flagler County provided free shuttle services to and from European Village, allowing people to park at the Community Center and Daytona State College Campus to go view the parade. “Thanks to everyone for participating and making this such an amazing event for Palm Coast,” Ulis wrote.

Several barges participated, with cranes decorated for the parade. On this barge, one of the riders dressed as Santa Claus.

Angela Defroscia and Joyce Muratore watch the Palm Coast Holiday Boat Parade.

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Middle school’s Rookie Teacher of the ER director Year was a student there six years ago files to run

for School Board

Palm Coast’s Hannah Anderson, 20, is in her second year as an English Language Arts teacher at Indian Trails.

Paul Mucciolo, who also ran in 2020, is currently the only candidate for District 3.

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Hannah Anderson was a student at Indian Trails Middle School six years ago. Now, she is the school’s Rookie Teacher of the Year. Anderson is actually in her second year as a full-time English Language Arts teacher at Indian Trails. She teaches sixth- and eighth-grade classes. Anderson, 20, became a full-time teacher at age 19. She dual-enrolled as a freshman at Matanzas High School and graduated a year early with her high school diploma and an associate degree. Two years later, she received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Florida. Anderson majored in English, but she wasn’t sure what she wanted to do when she graduated. “I just knew I loved the subject,” she said. “My dad told me to try out the education field, so I subbed for a bit, and I immediately fell in love with the profession.” Her father, Cody Anderson, is an assistant principal at Wadsworth Elementary School. She began subbing in Seminole County, then made her way back to Flagler County. She was a substitute teacher at Indian Trails before getting a full-time job there in August 2022. “I love everything about

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Indian Trails Middle School Rookie Teacher of the Year Hannah Anderson.

the school,” she said. “I love teaching that specific age group. It’s a wonderful community to work at.” Being a young teacher has its advantages and disadvantages, Anderson said. “I definitely feel like I can relate to the students,” she said. “They feel like they can confide in me a little more as someone who’s experienced what they’re going through more recently.” But she said it’s hard at the beginning of the school year when her students walk into class and see a teacher who is only a few years older than they are. “I tell them, ‘I am young,

but I am your teacher and I am here to help you learn.’ It’s sort of difficult to set that boundary and expectation,” she said. The key, Anderson said, is to be structured. “I make it a very organized routine. They can see that we can have fun, but we’re here to learn. It’s a big learning process through the first few days of school.” Anderson said her fellow teachers are always willing to help her and provide advice. “They’ve totally taken me under their wing,” she said. “I feel like I got so lucky with my team. I’m constantly learning from them.”

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Dr. Paul Mucciolo has filed to run for the District 3 seat on the Flagler County School Board. Mucciolo is the Emergency Department medical director for the AdventHealth Palm Coast and Palm Coast Parkway hospitals. He is also Daytona Beach International Speedway’s Emergency Care Center medical director. He also ran for the District 3 seat in 2020, receiving about 35% of the vote. Colleen Conklin won with 52%. In announcing his candidacy, Mucciolo said in a press release, “With deep roots in our community and as a proud parent of two children currently attending Flagler Schools, I have direct insight into the challenges faced by students, parents and educators alike.” Mucciolo is currently the only candidate for the seat. Conklin, who has been a School Board member since 2000, has said she does not plan to run again in 2024. Nicole Durenberger, who filed for the seat in September, told the Observer on Saturday, Dec. 9, that she has withdrawn her candidacy. “My father is 92, and he has dementia. So, we don’t expect for him to last through next year, and I want to make sure that I’m there whenever I need to be there for him,” she said. In an interview with the Observer, Mucciolo said there are too many conflicting agendas on the School Board. “There should only be one agenda,” he said. “And that’s the agenda of the students. It’s unfortunate that the students have become the bystander rather than making them the focus. And I’d like to make that change.” Mucciolo said he would like to help Flagler Schools achieve an A rating again. As a parent of a disabled student with an individualized education program, Mucciolo said he’d like to see the process made easier for parents. “Taking care of a child with an IEP is daunting,” he said. “I would like to think that, this will be my 28th year of medical practice and I would know how to follow directions. And despite being compliant with the documentation, the requests, the meetings, it’s difficult for my wife and me. And that shouldn’t be. This process should be transparent. It should be easy. And it is anything but, and that is not the fault of the district; I want to make that very clear. It’s the system. So what we have to do is work with the kids within the constraints of the system. “But I think that if the organization’s already in place to help parents of children who are disabled, we can really improve that level of service in the district and remove some of the anxiety and angst of the parents and the caregivers.” Mucciolo said his board member experience with AdventHealth, Emergency Medical Professionals and as president of the board of his homeowners association has helped prepare him to be a School Board member. Since he last ran for School Board, he has helped the district navigate COVID along with the Florida Department of Health-Flagler. “That has really opened my eyes a lot,” he said.

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City task force reviewing residential drainage problems takes on 83 cases City Manager Denise Bevan said staff members on the task force are working to visit homes to assess them. SIERRA WILLIAMS STAFF WRITER

There are already 83 cases on the docket of Palm Coast’s newly implemented task force to investigate residential drainage concerns. City staff members are also proposing a regulation that would limit the height of the floor elevation in new builds, Stormwater Director Carl Cote said during a Dec. 12 City Council meeting. The city currently requires that the floor elevation of new builds is at least 12 inches above the crown of the road, but the city’s technical manual doesn’t list a maximum height. The proposed regulation would allow the floor elevation to be up to 22 inches above the crown of the road, so that there would be no more than a 10-inch height difference between the floor elevation of neighboring homes. City Manager Denise Bevan had announced at a City Council meeting on Nov. 14 that the city would be forming a task force to address stormwater drainage and flooding concerns from Palm Coast residents on a case-by-case basis. The Observer first covered the topic on Nov. 7, when Birchwood Drive residents said they had reached out to the city multiple times to stop a neighboring home from being built at a much higher elevation than their own. Efforts to bring attention to the problem have gained traction, with dozens of residents showing up to City Council meetings saying the same thing: A new home was built next door, and now their yards are retaining water. The city’s task force has so far visited 21 homes on its list, Cote said. Residents can add their home to the list by submitting a ticket on Palm Coast Connect at palmcoast.gov/ connect or calling customer service

at 386-986-2360. The City Council urged staff to speed up the process of visiting all of the homes on the list and to gather as much data as possible. Vice Mayor Ed Danko said fixing the problem for future residents isn’t enough. He suggested the council look into ways to help Palm Coast residents who are dealing with flooding issues now. “Whether the builder caused it, nature caused it, we caused it doesn’t matter. It’s been done, and they need help,” he said. City Attorney Neysa Borkert said the council must be cautious about using taxpayer money to fix problems on private properties. The city can legally only expend public funds to help the “general public,” she said. “That has to be a threshold question when considering what type of assistance you’re going to provide to property owners,” Borkert said. Borkert said there wouldn’t be anything wrong with other communities that may have dealt with similar issues or investigating potential grants available to help residents. The other council members did not oppose the idea of helping residents who are struggling, but wanted to exercise caution in using taxpayer dollars. “I’m not averse to looking at funding mechanisms to help certain homeowners who, by design, are having these issues,” Pontieri said. “But I want to tread very lightly as to what we open ourselves up to as a city.” THE PROCESS

Bevan told the Observer that the task force will comprise people from multiple city departments, not just stormwater. “This is one of our top priorities,” Bevan said. “So, discussions are happening daily.” The task force is in the data-gathering stage, Bevan said, which is dependent on information from residents. Staff will go out to each home to review the problem and return to present the information to the task force to find a solution.

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Chief of Staff Jason DeLorenzo said staff is looking at any condition that has changed or could have changed since a home was built that impacts water flow in a yard. Those conditions could include erosion, unmaintained drainage ditches, installed fixtures like pools and even raised garden beds, and a new house built next door. In some cases, DeLorenzo said, the city may find that the solution is a simple fix. At a home on Royal Oaks that butted up against city property, city staff solved the resident’s drainage problems by cleaning out a city drainage ditch. But, DeLorenzo said, the solution may not always be something the city can help with. Stormwater Deputy Director Lynn Stevens said staff has found that older homes were designed to drain onto empty lots. Stevens said each case will require a different solution. “The onus may be on the resident to do the repair,” Stevens said. “It just depends. Each situation is going to be unique and different.” DeLorenzo said the residents’ assistance will be important for the task force’s investigations. “Without the resident helping us understand what conditions we’re dealing with, we would have a really hard time understanding the problem,” he said. UPDATING THE MANUAL

Bevan said that while the task force will review the homes with flooding problems, the technical manual revision will address residents’ greater concerns about new home construction. The city has been working on updating the stormwater section of its technical manual for the last three months, Stevens said. “We’re looking at a larger scope, a larger review process, when we look at that initial plan that comes in for drainage,” Stevens said. She said the city is communicating with the Flagler Home Builders Association throughout the process. “It doesn’t necessarily mean we’ll utilize their input, but we want to

An example of drainage problems submitted to the city.

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hear ... from their perspective,” Stevens said. “They’re the ones that have to abide by the technical manual.” The manual currently requires both that a home’s finished floor elevation be 12 inches above the crown of the road, and that, if there is no canal or ditch in the rear, the property drains to the front swale. The 22-inch height maximum city staff is proposing, Cote said, would ensure that there is no more than a 10-inch differential with the adjacent home “unless there are extenuating circumstances and [then it’s] approved by a licensed engineer.” Until staff implements a height requirement, Stevens said, the city will ask builders to explain their reasoning when staff notices that a house is being constructed to a greater height than neighboring homes. COMMUNITY RESPONSE

Palm Coast resident Candace Stevens is one of many residents who have contacted the city about water collecting in her yard. She said that neighboring homes, built years after her home, caused the drainage problem. She said she is happy to hear that

at least some steps are being taken to address the height of new builds while the city works on the manual. “I think that that is a great start to solving this issue, actually,” she said. “I don’t know why it wasn’t there before.” She said she feels that whoever approved the grading on some of the builds in Palm Coast did not take neighboring homes into account. “There’s other places in town where homes have been built and that they’re not having this problem,” she said. “They should have looked at how the houses around it were set to drain.” Dipan Math, who bought his home in the R Section a year ago, said two new builds are going up on two sides of his home. He said he has submitted multiple claims on Palm Coast Connect about flooding in his yard and, separately, in his swales. He said he’s never received a response from the city until he emailed City Council members. Based on his experience, Math said, he is not very hopeful anything will come of the task force. “At least it’s getting traction. ... But will something actually happen? I’m not actually sure,” he said.

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NOT SO SNEAKY 1:30 p.m. — 2400 block of East Moody Boulevard, Flagler County Fraudulent practices, violation of parole. A man on parole tried to fool his urine test by filling a hand lotion bottle with synthetic urine. The man — who is on parole for a drug offense — was required to submit to an observed urinalysis as part of his parole. As the parole officer watched the man give a sample, he noticed a device of some kind hidden within the “center ‘pocket’ underwear,” according to the man’s arrest report.

The man handed over the item when the officer demanded it — it turned out to be a small lotion bottle filled with synthetic urine, the report said. The man was arrested for violating his parole and attempting to scam his urine test.

DEC. 7

OFFENSIVE ACTIONS 7:03 p.m. — First block of Advent Health Way, Palm Coast Battery. A 56-year-old woman yanked the ponytail of another woman who commented on the reckless driving of a red pickup truck in a hospital drop-off area. The victim was walking into the hospital with her son when the pickup sped through the parking lot in front of them to the pickup area where the suspect was waiting, according to an arrest report. Before the victim and her son went inside the hospital, she turned around to tell the driver he was being reckless. That is when the suspect, who was walking toward the pickup, reached up and grabbed the other woman’s ponytail, pulling her to the ground. Hospital security separated the two, and the victim called the police. The red pickup truck did not belong to the suspect, but a man who lived at her home. Sheriff’s Office deputies later picked up the suspect from her home on Brian Lane. They have charged her with battery.

DEC. 9

THAT’S FOWL 9:03 a.m. — Intersection of Division Avenue and South Orchard Street, Ormond Beach Suspicious incident. Police were notified that a bowl containing a “decapitated chicken carcass” was left at the above-mentioned intersection. According to an incident report, a tea can-

dle had been placed on top of the carcass, which officers found at the northeast corner of the intersection. Officers reported that it appeared to be a Santería shrine. Santería originates in Cuba and is a mix of Catholic practices and African folk beliefs. Officers took photos of the shrine before disposing of the chicken carcass and the bowl. PLAYGROUND VANDALIZED 5:37 p.m. — 300 block of Sanchez Avenue, Ormond Beach Vandalism. An Ormond Beach woman took her children to a local park and soon discovered “derogatory and demonic” writing on the playground equipment. The woman took photos of the writing before trying to wipe it off with baby wipes, according to a police incident report. About 45 minutes later, she saw four teen boys arrive at the playground, one of whom approached one of her sons and asked him to go down the slide with him. The woman said no. The other teen boys, she told police, were standing by the bathrooms telling their friends, “Let’s go before she takes our picture,” according to the report. The boys then left and the woman called police to report the vandalism on the playground. Officers noted in their report that the vandalism on the equipment appeared to have been written with a marker. The boys’ bathroom was vandalized with spraypainted graffiti.

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Ormond vet surprises kids in parade Chris Washington is not just home for the holidays. The U.S. Navy vet is home for good. JARLEENE ALMENAS MANAGING EDITOR

Chris Washington knew exactly how his three children would react upon seeing him show up at the Ormond Beach Home for the Holidays Parade on Saturday, Dec. 9. He predicted his 9-year-old daughter Bailey would cry. His 12-year-old son Scott would give him a big hug. If he got any reaction out of his oldest, 14-year-old Logan, he would consider it a win. And that’s exactly how it went when he surprised them at the end of the parade. “I’m home, and I’m not home for two weeks,” Washington said prior to the surprise. “This is it. I’m home and I’m home forever. ... I’m hoping they’ll be super excited — hoping I can control my own tears.” Washington is retiring from the U.S. Navy after 20 years,

Chris Washington greets his kids after his surprise homecoming.

having enlisted in 2003. He has been stationed in Cleveland, Ohio, for the past three years, visiting only every six months. The family moved to Ormond in 2020, but Washington had never seen the local parade, as he usually came down the week of Christmas. This year, all three of his children were in the parade: Bailey was with the Pop Warner cheer team, Scott was with the Pop Warner Sandcrabs football team and Logan was playing with the Seabreeze High School marching band. About two weeks ago,

The Washington family: Leah, Chris, Scott, Logan and Bailey

Washington said, he and his wife were talking about their kids being in the parade and thinking of ideas to surprise their kids with his homecoming when he put those two thoughts together. So he reached out to the city and was able to make the surprise happen. His wife, Leah Washington, said her children’s reaction to seeing their father at the parade was “priceless.” “We’re not oblivious to that there’s definitely going to be some challenges ahead, but it’s worth it,” she said.

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Charles Edward Zulauf

Sally Diane Roberts

December 25, 1930 - November 30, 2023 Charles Zulauf, loving husband and father, passed away peacefully at home in Palm Coast FL on November 30th at the age of 92. Charles is survived by his wife of 70 years Barbara, his daughters Penny, Paula, and Patty(Eric), son Edward(Lesa) and grandsons Colin, Justin and Ryan, several in-laws and many nieces and nephews, and his cat Munchkin. He was predeceased by his daughter Pamela and his sister Elizabeth. Charles was born in Bellefontaine, OH on December 25, 1930 to Warner and Georgia Zulauf. After graduating from high school he enlisted in the Air Force and served as a radio operator on the island of Okinawa during the Korean War. On leaving the military and working as a truck driver for a number of years, Charles moved from Ohio to

Skaneateles, NY where he and Barbara raised their five children while he served as Director of Transportation at Red Star Express Lines in Auburn NY. After retiring Charles and Barbara moved to Haines City, FL for 10 years before moving to Palm Coast, FL to be closer to family. He was a lifelong member of the Elks Club in Willard, OH and an avid coin collector, but his favorite hobby was helping others. Charles was a man of few words but spoke through his actions. He was kind and generous and a man of great moral character. He was always willing to help both strangers and friends. Charles will be greatly missed by all that knew him but will remain in their hearts forever. There will be no public services per his request.

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Our mom, Sally “Diane” (Straus) Roberts of Palm Coast, sadly passed away on October 17, 2023 at the age of 87. She was born in Port Chester, NY, August 28, 1936 to Arnum & Mildred (Johnson) Straus. She grew up in Greenwich, CT, and graduated from Greenwich High School. She was known as a gifted equestrian, and for her archery & rifle skills. She worked as a contracted bookkeeper for various companies. She became a long term Girl Scout Leader in Norwalk, CT (15+ years) and put a lot of mileage on her car taking us to sports practices, meets, and scouting activities. She was a lifetime member of the Beta Sigma Phi sorority. She made the best

baked beans and chocolate chip cookies. She and our dad retired to Palm Coast Florida in 1992 where she became an active member of St. Thomas Episcopal Church and the VFW Auxiliary. She liked spending time tag saling with family and reading. She was predeceased by her husband of 60 years, John E. Roberts. She is survived by three children: Terry (Dennis Canaday) Roberts, Kris Roberts, Debra (Matthew) Murawski, and 4 grand children: John Abelkis, Ariel Murawski, Jessica Murawski, and CJ Murawski. The placement of her ashes with our dad’s will be a small private event.

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Teacher charged in Walmart thefts Antisemitic vandalism suspect ID’d Matanzas teacher Anthony Zaksewicz stole $3,178.61 in merchandise over five months, according to the Sheriff’s Office.

There were three 30-day periods in which Zaksewicz stole $750 within the 30 days, according to the report. The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office first became aware of the thefts in October when a Walmart loss protection investigator handed over receipts and video evidence of Zaksewicz swapping out the price tags of expensive items with less expensive items and “skip-scanning” other merchandise, the report said. Flagler Schools Communication Coordinator Jason Wheeler told the Observer that Zaksewicz is on paid administrative leave as Flagler Schools conducts its own investigation into the allegations. In October 2022, Zaksewicz was honored by Flagler Schools for receiving the Florida Council Social Studies Harry T. Moore Teaching for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties Award, according to an October 2022 Flagler Schools press release. The press release said Zaksewicz received the award in part “for the passion he brings to the classroom and for all the opportunities he takes to bring Civil Rights education to all his students.”

SIERRA WILLIAMS STAFF WRITER

A 17-year Matanzas High School teacher was arrested on Dec. 5 after he allegedly stole over $3,000 worth of merchandise from the Walmart on Cypress Point Parkway in Palm Coast. Anthony Zaksewicz, 45, has been a history teacher at MHS since 2006. He is facing 14 theft-related charges, according to his court records: 10 counts of misdemeanor petit theft, one felony charge of using an antitheft countermeasure device, two counts of felony retail theft and one count of grand theft. The thefts span a five-month period from May to October of this year, according to Zaksewicz’s arrest report.

A felony warrant has been issued for Liam Mackin, 70, who fled to Ireland Dec. 5. OBSERVER STAFF

The Flagler Beach Police Department has identified a citizen of Ireland as the man who spray-painted antisemitic messages on local businesses in November. Six businesses in Flagler Beach — owned by either Israeli nationals or those of Jewish heritage — were vandalized late Nov. 19 with graffiti messages that read “Jew Murder,” “290,000 child killers,” “500,000 Jew child killer,” “501,110 Jew child murderer,” according to a press release from the FBPD. The FBPD has identified Liam Mackin, 70 — a citizen of Ireland with a local address in Flagler Beach — as the suspect. A warrant was issued for Mackin’s arrest on Dec. 6, but, according to the Central Florida Intelligence Exchange, he left for Ireland on Dec. 5, with no known return date. Mackin is charged with felony

criminal mischief, evidencing prejudice while committing offense. The warrant for his arrest has nationwide pickup, the press release said. “Should this criminal attempt to re-enter this country at any border crossing, airport, etc., he will be arrested on the outstanding arrest warrant so he can answer to his crimes,” FBPD Chief Matt Doughney said. FBPD Detective Rosanna Vinci worked with FBPD staff and the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office’s Real Time Crime Center team to identify Mackin. Local Flagler Beach businesses also handed over surveillance footage to help identify Mackin and track his movements that night. “These types of crimes don’t occur very often in Flagler Beach, but when they do, we will utilize every resource available,” Doughney said. “Our community should rest easy knowing that this coward is no longer a threat to our community. ... This message is specifically directed to Mr. Mackin, should he happen to see this news release on social media: Happy Hanukkah!”

CRIME REPORT Man stole cash register drawer from Walmart, FCSO says A man stole an entire cash register drawer from Walmart in Palm Coast on Dec. 10, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office. The theft occurred at around 8:25 p.m., according to the FCSO. The FCSO posted a photo from security camera footage on its Facebook page on Dec. 11, asking for the public’s help identifying the man. FCSO is looking for a tall, white man with short brown hair in a red shirt carrying a black rectangular box, according to the incident report. The drawer was estimated to hold $3,500. Anyone who recognizes the man is asked to contact the FCSO at 386-313-4911 or TIPS@flaglersheriff.com or CrimeStoppers at 1-888277-TIPS. Have a news tip? Send it to Sierra Williams at sierra@ observerlocalnews.com.

Paint the town: Over 100 artists at Holiday Arts on the Halifax River Holly Hill festival ‘draws’ a crowd from Volusia and Flagler counties.

vendors at the event on Dec. 9-10, at Sunrise Park, in Holly Hill. This was the first year the event was held in December, rather than the spring. Palm Coast painter Ray Brilli won the Award of Distinction at this year’s festival. “It was a true, juried fine arts show,” said Pat Masiotti-Abernathy, who cofounded the event with Pam Fieldus. Funds raised from the show support arts and music in schools, with beneficiaries as follows: Holly Hill School, UBIC Academy, and Rossmeyer Family Holly Hill Boys and Girls Club. Visit hollyhillartsfestival.com.

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There were impressionist paintings of the ocean, golden hour palm trees, gemstone jewelry — and a flamingo wearing flip-flops. One customer who walked under Diane Dedo’s Flip Flops at Your Door tent at the Holiday Arts on the Halifax River, said it was a “happy booth” and “it makes me smile.” Dedo, who lives in Tomoka Oaks in Ormond Beach, was one of 107 arts

AWARD WINNERS BEST OF SHOW 2023 Rolly Ray Reel 2022 John Cheer 2021 John Cheer 2019 Don McCullough

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Former inmate gives time, money to paint deputies’ homes BIZ BUZZ ‘I felt led by Christ to do this,’ said James Salazar, owner of Salazar Painting in Palm Coast. SIERRA WILLIAMS STAFF WRITER

For James Salazar, owner of Salazar’s Painting in Palm Coast, honoring and supporting law enforcement has a different meaning than it does for most people. But most people don’t spend 11.5 years in a state prison. Twenty years after his conviction, Salazar has been quietly donating his services to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office, since 2021, to paint a deputy’s home for free each year. He calls the initiative “Paint the County Blue.” “The largest portion of this is I felt led by Christ to do this,” he said. “To be in a position where I am a business owner, but I can give back and show the love, mercy and grace of God to the peacemakers.” Salazar was convicted of an aggravated assault charge in 2003 in Vermont. He served 11.5 years in a state prison in Kentucky. During his time there, he said, he was one of those inmates who would disrespect and

fight with the guards. It wasn’t until three years before he was released that he said he found Christ and was able to turn his life around. Now, as a business owner, Salazar said, he just wants to be able to give back to law enforcement for their service in any way he can. Salazar married his wife, Maria, in 2017 and has operated his home improvement business since 2019. So far, he has painted five deputies’ homes for free: one each in 2021, 2022 and 2023 during Law Enforcement Appreciation Week, plus two others in 2023 as well. Maria Salazar said that when her husband came to her with the idea, she was a little nervous about losing out on a potential paid job while the family was still recovering from the pandemic. “I was like, ‘We don’t have the money. I love the idea, I want to help, but I don’t know how we’re going to swing it,’” she said. But swing it they did. The FCSO held a drawing during Law Enforcement Appreciation Week, and Paint the County Blue has since become an annual donation at the FCSO. The initiative has two regulations: The recipient must work at the FCSO in some capacity — not just as deputies — and they must own their home.

“This shows that people can turn their life around, can be a success. You can be that person, and then you don’t have to be that person for the rest of your life.” MIKE LUTZ, commander with the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office

Salazar said offering to paint the home of a deputy doesn’t just honor the deputy’s service and sacrifices, but that of the deputy’s family, too, which is just as important. “Without them being willing to sacrifice their husband or their wives for the work that they do, I mean, we wouldn’t be where we’re at,” he said. Cmdr. Mike Lutz said Salazar came to the FCSO unsolicited. Even in a supportive community like Flagler County, it is always nice when members of the community reach out like Salazar has to show their appreciation, Lutz said. “We and they [the deputies] especially are very appreciative,” he said. “[Painting a house], that’s a major expense and, you know, law enforcement, we’re not in it for the money.” The initiative has gotten enough

attention that fellow members of the Home Builders Association — Hulbert Homes and Thomas Consulting and Construction — worked with Salazar to offer the 2023 Law Enforcement Appreciation Week recipient a master bedroom renovation as well. Sherwin Williams paint stores in the area have also donated 15 gallons of paint toward each recipient’s home since 2022. Salazar said he wants to expand the initiative with “Paint the County Red,” for the local fire departments. He’s also working with several others to start a 501c3 nonprofit to help disabled veterans receive home repairs. Lutz said Salazar is a good example of how people do not have to stay on the same track for their entire life. “This actually shows that people can turn their life around, can be a success,” Lutz said. “You can be that person, and then you don’t have to be that person for the rest of your life.” Salazar said he would not call himself a good example. He just wants to be able to give back, even if it’s “a little pebble in a small pond.” “I’m just somebody who, while I was in prison ... gave my life to Jesus,” he said. “Back then, I was [violent and dangerous]. But who I am now through Christ is a lot different.” Email sierra@observerlocalnews. com.

OWNER OF RAW JUICE BAR OPENS SIP & SURF RESTAURANT Corey Costa, owner of the Raw Juice Cafe in Flagler Beach, has added a new restaurant to his menu: Sip & Surf. Located at 701 N. Oceanshore Blvd., Sip & Surf offers breakfast, bakery items, a variety of fresh-brewed coffee and tea flavors, ice-cold beer and wine. Costa said he was surfing on the beach after the hurricanes in November when the landlord of 701 N. Oceanshore Blvd. approached him with the idea of opening a coffee shop there. Costa said that’s when he realized there wasn’t a coffee shop across from the beach on State Road A1A. “When you’re waking up in the morning, the first thing in the morning, you want to see the sunrise and get a coffee,” he said. “So I just thought to add it to the beach experience.” Sip & Surf officially opened in April, and since then, Costa said, business has been good. He said the restaurant has been working on transitioning from commercial syrups to using syrups made in-house. Costa said that right now, Sip & Surf has several holiday season flavors, and he hopes to add lunch items to the menu soon.

Wattcore, Florida Agriculture Museum honored by SCORE Wattcore is SCORE’s Flagler County Client of the Year; the Agricultural Museum was recognized for Outstanding Business Performance. BRENT WORONOFF ASSOCIATE EDITOR

A pair of Palm Coast area businesses were recently honored by SCORE of Volusia Flagler. Wattcore Inc., of 4 Commerce Blvd. in Palm Coast, was recognized by SCORE as its Flagler County Client of the Year. The Florida Agricultural

Museum, 7900 Old Kings Rd. North, Palm Coast, was recognized for Outstanding Business Performance. SCORE also thanked the cities of Ormond Beach and Palm Coast for providing meeting space and an hourly fee to SCORE for client services. SCORE provides free business mentoring for both start-ups and seasoned business owners. Wattcore is an engineering and manufacturing company that provides energy management and awareness to residential, commercial and industrial sectors. The company was founded in Chicago and relocated to Palm Coast in October 2021, Wattcore President Chanty Khek said. Its current transformer sensors are manufactured and distributed out of

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Wattcore President Chanty Khek with SCORE’s Tony Flores and Jeff Carlin.

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Florida Agricultural Museum executive Director Kara Hoblick.

its Palm Coast facility. “It’s so rare to have manufacturing in the U.S., never mind Palm Coast,” Khek said. The Florida Agricultural Museum was in danger of closing five or six years ago, but is now financially stable, Executive Director Kara Hoblick said. The Agricultural Museum is a private nonprofit that is loosely tied to the Florida Department of Agriculture but does not receive funding from it, Hoblick said. The 460-acre facility, which is located between Interstate 95 and U.S. 1 in northern Flagler County, makes money from its school touring complex, its equestrian program, donations and memberships, private events, tours to the general public and through its gift shop. Now that the museum is in the

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black, Hoblick said, it’s ready to hit the restart program with a new marketing strategy, starting with changing its name. “‘Museum’ does not really give the image of who we are,” Hoblick said. “We have historic buildings brought in from around the state of Florida, a lot of hands-on activities, a lot of animals. So it’s more of an experience and an educational facility.” The board is considering new names, Hoblick said. A name change will have to be approved by the Florida Legislature. A new name probably won’t be official until next summer, she said. The facility is requesting $2.7 million from the Legislature for a new horse barn and new buildings in the school touring complex. The funding bill has support from Speaker of the House Paul Renner and Sen. Travis Hutson, Hoblick said. Rep. Keith Truenow is sponsoring the bill. The Florida Agricultural Museum’s SCORE mentor is Tony Flores, who has helped the facility come up with new marketing strategies, Hoblick said. “He is one of our biggest advocates,” Hoblick said. “Every week we still hear people saying, ‘I didn’t know you existed,’ and these are our neighbors. Our job this next year is going to try to change that.” Part of that effort will be putting up signs on I-95 and U.S. 1. “This year will be the year people notice us,” Hoblick said.

Sip & Surf is located at 701 N. Oceanshore Boulevard.

BEACHFRONT NUTRITION SMOOTHIE SHOP OPENS

Flagler Beach has a new oceanside smoothie and juice bar to enjoy: Beachfront Nutrition. Raymond Hall opened the smoothie spot alongside his wife, Amelie, on Sept. 1. Located at 705 N. Oceanshore Blvd., Unit A, the shop sells protein shakes, smoothie bowls, doughnuts and more. Hall said he is a Palm Coast resident who has lived here for two years. He and his wife began to teach workout sessions in February on the beach and, one day, noticed that the unit directly across the beach was empty, he said. “We were like, ‘That could be a good opportunity to open a smoothie shop right across to serve people after their workout,’” he said. “It was a no brainer.” The protein shakes Beachfront serves can actually be a meal replacement, he said: They are low in sugar and high in protein, but “taste like ice cream.” Business has been really good, he said, and he’s excited for the peak season next summer. “We were able to build a nice community,” Hall said. “And now we’re really looking forward for next summer.” Beachfront is open from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and closed on Sundays.

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Health Department joins Little Free Library City considers new sports facility Senior health educator Mary Kauffman said its important for young kids to have access to books.

A concept presented to the Palm Coast City Council featured a 180-acre, $90 million facility.

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The Flagler Department of Health has joined the international nonprofit Little Free Library with its own little library, the “Big Blue Box.” The DOH-Flagler opened its little library as part of the DOH’s initiative to further childhood literacy. Mary Kauffman, a DOH-Flagler senior health educator with Women, Infants and Children and Nutrition Services, came up with the idea after seeing Little Free Library boxes when she worked at the DOH-Volusia office. Kauffman said the DOH-Flagler’s little library has only been running since October, but has already garnered interest from visitors and patients. “Our Health Department serves a lot of lower income families that don’t necessarily have the transportation to get to the library,” she said. The DOH-Flagler office is located at 301 Dr. Carter Boulevard, Bunnell, and the Big Blue Box is to the right of the main entrance, by the sidewalk leading to the WIC center. Kauffman said it was placed close to the parking lot and sidewalk to make it as accessible as possible. The Little Free Library’s goal is

The city of Palm Coast is looking into building a new sports complex to draw a multi-million dollar industry to Palm Coast. The complex would not come at a cost to taxpayers, though, Assistant City Manager Lauren Johnston said in an interview with the Observer. City staff, at the direction of the City Council, will consider options for a public-private partnership and other funding opportunities. “We look at this being that economic catalyst for growth of Palm Coast,” Johnston said. In 2022, Palm Coast asked Sports Facilities Companies to conduct a feasibility survey so the council could see what, if any, kind of sports complex would fit in Palm Coast. Evan Eleff, a representative from Sports Facilities Companies, presented the results of that survey at a Dec. 12 City Council meeting. It could cost about $90 million to construct both indoor and outdoor facilities. But, Eleff said, a sports facility could have an economic impact of $30 million in direct spending in its first year alone, if there are 37 events held there in the first year. “Our projection, with confidence, on a conservative level, is that this facility can and will cover its own operating costs by year three,” Eleff said. Johnston said that the Indian Trails Sports Complex, built in 2005 on Belle Terre Boulevard, has already demonstrated, on a smaller scale, the kind of revenue a sports complex could generate. “Back in the recession, that’s what sort of kept the business community ... afloat,” Johnston said. “As the city continues to grow … this just kind of fits in naturally.” If the complex gets the green light,

Big Blue Box and its contents as part of the DOH’s goal to further childhood literacy. To that end, books in the DOHFlagler Little Free Library are geared toward children 8 or younger, including babies, Kauffman said. “I loved reading to my kids when they were really, really small,” she said. “And I feel like it helps so much in developing their literacy skills.” According to the Florida Literacy Coalition’s analysis of 2020 census data, 16.6% of Flagler County’s population is at or below Level 1 Literacy. Someone at Level 1 literacy would struggle with reading and writing more than short materials or completing simple tasks, like filling out forms, according to the coalition’s website. “Kids need easier access to books,” Kauffman said. “Whatever we can do to help get books in the hands of children — I just want to start doing that more often.”

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Mary Kauffman, a Department of Health-Flagler senior health educator, shows off the DOH-Flagler’s new “Big Blue Box,” a registered free library with the nonprofit Little Free Libraries.

Johnston said, the city would place it along the eventual westward expansion of Matanzas Woods Parkway. The concept idea proposed for Palm Coast would be a 180-acre facility with a 112,000-square-foot indoor facility and almost 43 acres of outdoor use. The indoor facility would house eight basketball courts, 16 volleyball courts, a kitchen and concession, a medical center and mixed-use meeting spaces. The outside fields would include four multi-purpose fields, 16 synthetic turf fields, a multi-use path, a play area and a space for a future championship field, plus ample parking. The revenue derived from a complex like this would help shift some of the city’s tax burden away from residents, Johnston said. Eleff said the facility would also generate business opportunities for hotels, restaurants and other businesses that would serve groups that stay for a tournament. The downside is that there is not much grant funding for such a project. Eleff public-private partnerships are common in this industry. “Today, these complexes that get built, about 85% of them that we work on, have a significant publicprivate partnership,” Eleff said. The concept idea does not include a pool because of their high maintenance costs and the low demand for travel tournaments in swimming, he said. The City Council agreed that the next step would be for city staff to scope out funding opportunities. “Let’s see if we can get those partners,” Vice Mayor Ed Danko said. “Obviously, we have to find money to do this.” Johnston said staff will reach out to local stakeholders to see if they are interested. “We can make this from concept to reality, but if we’re going to make it a reality, who’s going to come to the table to help us,” she said.

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house in Ocean Hammock was the top real estate transaction for Oct. 26 to Nov. 1 in Palm Coast and Flagler County. Thomas and Cynthia McFadden, of Germantown, Tennessee, sold 25 Kingfisher Lane to James and Laura Weaver, of Palm Coast, for $1,235,000. Built in 2014, the house is a 4/3.5 and has a pool, a hot tub and 4,016 square feet of space. It sold in 2007 for $295,900. ALEXIS MILLER CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Condos Jeremiah and Michelle Ross, of Flagler Beach, sold 3580 S. Ocean Shore Blvd., Unit 510, to Radmila Fey, of Wheeling, Illinois, for $247,500. Built in 1982, the condo is a 2/2 and has 1,121 square feet. It sold in 2021 for $249,000.

Scott Miller, Robin Lantaigne and Todd Miller, of Palm Coast, sold 15 Ocean Crest Way, Unit 1314, to Vince Montano, Jr., of Palm Coast, for $505,000. Built in 2005, the condo is a 3/2 and has 1,264 square feet. It sold in 2020 for $250,000. Christine O’Keefe, of Port Saint Lucie, sold 18 Sherbury Court to Janet Hall, as trustee, for $215,000. Built in 1985, the condo is a 2/2 and has 1,098 square feet. It sold in 2003 for $88,000. Supawadee Soinak, of Winter Haven, sold 808 Ocean Marina Drive to Thomas and Randi Helf, of Flagler Beach,

for $360,000. Built in 1989, the condo is a 2/2 and has 1,140 square feet. It sold in 1999 for $100,000. David and Mary Bergstresser, of Flagler Beach, sold 3580 S. Ocean Shore Blvd., Unit 905, to Gregory Kostka, as trustee, for $510,000. Built in 1982, the condo is a 3/2 and has 1,695 square feet. It sold in 2019 for $350,000.

PALM COAST Cypress Knoll Florida Sun Partners II, LLC, of Orlando, sold 25 Ellsworth Drive to Mark and Carolyn Steeves, of Palm Coast, for $490,000. Built in 2023, the house is a 4/3 and has 2,306 square feet. Indian Trails LGI Homes – Florida, LLC, of The Woodlands, Texas, sold 29 Breeze Hill Lane to John and Vanessa Wood, of Palm Coast, for $326,900. Built in 2023, the house is a 3/2 and has 1,463 square feet.

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OCT. 26 - NOV. 1 Lehigh Woods Cassandra Elizabeth Kinser, as trustee, sold 15 Ryarbor Drive to Corinne Elisha Dodge and Maria Dodge, of Palm Coast, for $280,000. Built in 2004, the house is a 4/2 and has 1,696 square feet. It sold in 2020 for $192,500. Palm Harbor Peggy and Omar Martinez, of Palm Coast, sold 63 Ferndale Lane to Ideal Builder 10, LLC, of Orlando, for $395,000. Built in 1998, the house is a 4/3 and has a fireplace, a pool and 2,421 square feet. It sold in 2017 for $270,000.

Frank Jarvis, of Palm Coast, sold 122 Florida Park Drive to Yhome Nursing, LLC, of Palm Coast, for $330,000. Built in 1985, the house is a 3/2 and has 1,723 square feet. It sold in 2022 for $340,000. Sawmill CreekAdams Homes of Northwest Florida, Inc., of Pensacola, sold 96 Rivertown Road to Vicente Castro Mesa Jr. and Marangely Mesa, of Palm Coast, for $422,600. Built in 2023, the house is a 5/3.5 and has 2,705 square feet. Seminole Woods Florida Sun Partners II, LLC, of Orlando, sold 97 Kashmir Trail to Carlos and Maday Benitez, of Palm Coast, for $435,000. Built in 2023, the house is a 4/3 and has 2,306 square feet.

Toby Tobin, of gotoby.com, contributed to this report.

REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS

OCT. 29 - NOV. 4 4/2 and has 1,810 square feet. It sold in 2019 for $165,000.

house in Breakaway Trails was the top real ORMOND BY THE SEA estate transaction for Oct. 29 to Nov. 4 River Breeze Estates in Ormond Beach and Ormond-by-the-Sea. Jenifer Perrin, of Darien, Matthew Charles Daimler and Rachel Daimler, Georgia, sold 1222 Riverbreeze Blvd. to Jonathan and of Ormond Beach, sold 23 Tomoka Cove Way Eleanor Beck, of Ormond to Andrew Everett and Susan Gross, of OrBeach, for $367,000. Built in the house is a 2/1.5 and mond Beach, for $1,350,000. Built in 1998, the 1957, has 1,192 square feet. It sold in 2014 for $128,000. house is a 4/3.5 and has a fireplace, a pool, a hot tub and 4,472 square feet of space. It sold PORT ORANGE in 2019 for $671,500. ALEXIS MILLER CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Condos Michael Robert Frates and Alia Frances Frates, of Gate City, Virginia, sold 2898 Ocean Shore Blvd., Unit 4010, to Natasha Diane Jones, of Ormond Beach, for $430,000. Built in 1985, the condo is a 3/3 and has 1,420 square feet. It sold in 2020 for $325,000.

Marie Koals, of Mohnton, Pennsylvania, sold 89 S. Atlantic Ave., Unit 506, to David Paul Causey and Pamela Diana Causey, of Ormond Beach, for $340,000. Built in 1979, the condo is a 2/2 and has 1,200 square feet. It sold in 2012 for $195,000.

ORMOND BEACH Breakaway Trails Alexandra Saphos Francis and Peter James Francis, of Ormond Beach, sold 40 Tomoka Ridge Way to Jens Baggesen Flock, IV and Naomi Salz Flock, of Ormond

Beach, for $995,000. Built in 2007, the house is a 5/6 with a pool and 4,024 square feet. It sold in 2013 for $480,000. Halifax Plantation D.R. Horton, Inc., of Orlando, sold 2745 Portadown Street to Nicole Marie Guadagni, of Ormond Beach, for $350,000. Built in 2023, the house is a 3/2 and has 1,504 square feet. Pineland Henry Press Barnhill and Eugena Patricia Barnhill, of Daytona Beach, sold 297 Sunset Point Drive to Youvapheap Seng and Mohamed Wahba, as trustees, for $415,000. Built in 2022, the house is a 4/2 and has 2,334 square feet. It sold in 2022 for $356,000. Shady Rest Shaun Sherwood and John Merrick Jr., of Ormond Beach, sold 1872 Myrtle Jo Drive to Aura Maria Andrade and Roberto Gonzalez, of Daytona Beach, for $355,000. Built in 1959, the house is a

Harbour Point Frances Davis, as a trustee, sold 1242 Harbour Point Drive to Parj Properties, LLC, of Port Orange, for $525,000. Built in 1976, the house is a 2/2 and has a pool, a dock, a boat lift and 1,281 square feet. It sold in 1997 for $107,000. Villages of Royal Palm Nancy Murphy, Linda Strazar and Judy Hale, of Port Orange, sold 1636 Areca Palm Drive to Robert and Pauline Brodeur, of Port Orange, for $325,000. Built in 2006, the house is a 2/2 and has a fireplace and 1,331 square feet. It sold in 2021 for $227,500. Westport Reserve Jennifer Lee Caruso, of Port Orange, sold 5509 Estero Loop to Shahzad Ali, Rubina Shahzad, Aiza Ali and Ibrahim Ali, of Port Orange, for $375,000. Built in 2018, the house is a 3/2 and has 1,625 square feet. It sold in 2018 for $246,000.

John Adams, of Adams, Cameron & Co. Realtors, contributed to this report.

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Make yourself at home

Masterpiece of a Saturday morning Painting gingerbread houses at The Home Depot.

BRIAN MCMILLAN PUBLISHER

The Kids Workshops at The Home Depot bring out the best in my kids. They bring out the worst in me. You see, I’m not what they call “skilled” with following directions that depend on spatial orientation. Once I line up a nail, I can pound it with the best of them, but it often then needs “adjustments.” As in, it was put on upside down. My 9-year-old daughter, Kenne-

dy, knows this from sad experience. So, when I offered to help her when we arrived at the workshop earlier this month, she declined. “Dad, usually when I do what you say, I have to tear it apart,” she said. Therefore, she sat next to my wife, Hailey. Luke, who is 5 years old and less picky about his final product — in this case, a wooden gingerbread house — got stuck with me as his helper. The setup is genius. Both The Home Depot and Lowe’s do it: Free crafts for kids function as a tractor beam to pull in the parents. Parents develop some loyalty and goodwill to the brand, and probably buy something while they’re at the store. The workshop tables are arranged

in a long line down a lumber aisle at The Home Depot. Some non-workshop customers at the store might not like the deafening cacophony of 25 little kids pounding away with their hammers, but how can customers stay upset when they see the smiles on 25 little kids’ faces? It’s another example of an event creating a sense of community, a shared experience that reminds us all that we’re not alone. “How am I covered in paint?” Hailey said suddenly. She lifted her forearm to reveal a long smear of thick, blue paint from a bottle that apparently had been overturned by an earlier artisan. It was actually a great color on her, but now didn’t seem like the time to mention it, so I left our table in search of a paper towel. What I found was even better: The employees in charge of the event had

planned ahead with a ready supply of wet wipes. Experience matters. It was a good thing, because after Hailey’s encounter, Luke needed a wipe several more times due to his own spills while painting his gingerbread house. The problem was, he kept using the same wipe over and over, so by the end, the wipe was saturated: a wadded up rainbow. All done, he slowly turned his house in a circle to show me his handiwork. Then he shrieked: “I forgot to paint this side!” He rushed to slather on some more paint, ensuring that this thing would still be dripping as we got into the car to go home. Was it really worth it? Would he notice if I accidentally “lost” his house in the garbage can on the way out of the store? Of course, that was out of the question. One look at Kennedy’s and Luke’s faces would show that they had just made another masterpiece out of a Saturday morning.

Ask the mayor

Here’s why Palm Coast moved the Starlight Parade back to Town Center

DAVID ALFIN PALM COAST MAYOR

Question from Micki Shugar: What were the safety concerns regarding having the parade at Town Center? Mayor David Alfin: Thank you for your question regarding the Starlight Parade in Town Center. In response to the heartfelt desire expressed by our community to keep festivities at Central Park—the original and cherished location —

the city addressed safety concerns and reviewed alternative locations. Our dedicated teams have worked tirelessly to make several adjustments, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all. Taking a comprehensive approach to enhancing safety measures, we’ve implemented a new plan. Central Park will now be illuminated with additional lighting, creating a safer environment for both parade participants and spectators. We’ve increased the number of course marshals to ensure safety along the parade route. Additionally, a dedicated emergency response vehicle will be stationed in Central Park, ready to address any unforeseen situations promptly. We’ve also reduced the number

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of floats in the parade, facilitating smoother coordination and further improving safety measures. The adjustments are aimed at prioritizing the safety of our community while keeping the Starlight Parade at its beloved original location. I am deeply grateful for the com-

YOUR TOWN ROAD TO SUCCESS PROGRAM REACHES 350 GRADUATES The Road to Success Youth Program reached its 350th graduate in November. RTS, which began in September 2012, helps 16- to 24-year-olds who left high school earn their general education diplomas. The classes at George Washington Carver Community Center in Bunnell are smaller than high school classes. The program has morning and afternoon sessions Monday through Friday. Students generally take three to six months to graduate. “The RTS staff is one-on-one with students and supports what you do,” program graduate Grant Bredstrup said. “They are excellent mentors, and the program helped me succeed. … The smaller classes were beneficial and allowed the staff to get to know you on a personal level.” RTS is an alternative for students who struggle in the traditional high school setting. The graduation of 350 students demonstrates the success of the federally funded program, which is supported by the Flagler County School District and the George Washington Carver Foundation. RTS also has a contract with Career-

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Road To Success staff: Nichoas Ohree (math/science), Taahira Lee (case manager), Mary Good(social studies/language arts), Dr. Rene Herron (youth advocate) and Brian Willard(program director).

Source Flagler Volusia to provide services to 50 young adults this year. The main component of the program assists students with their academics so they can earn their diplomas. However, attention is also given to other areas that are beneficial to the youth: post-secondary educational opportunities, preemployment skills, life training skills and paid internships. Students also have opportunities to take food handler certification and CPR/First Aid/Automated External Defibrillator training and to participate in an eight-week student success class based on entrepreneurship. Fully accomplished graduates of the program not only earn their GED but are also employed and/or enrolled in postsecondary education and/or the military. For more information, please visit

the RTS website at gwcarvercenter. com/rts/. RTS is looking for worksite locations to place youth interns. RTS pays the interns’ salaries and workers compensation. If you have a business and would like to learn more about RTS’ paid internship program, contact Brian Willard, the program director, at 386-437-8279 or willardb@flaglerschools.com.

munity’s input, which has been a driving force behind these positive changes. With confidence, I believe these enhancements will contribute to a safer and more enjoyable Starlight Parade experience for everyone. Thank you for your continued support, and I eagerly anticipate celebrating the holidays with you in the heart of our community —Central Park in Town Center.

while providing valuable tools and resources to support literacy development in young minds. Flagler County Education Foundation partnered with New Worlds Reading to provide a monthly resource to receive books at home. On Dec. 9, it held a Workshop at MIP, Me In Progress, with the book, “If You Give a Mouse a Cookie.” More than 40 children attended the event, which involved lunch and creating a cookie craft. Parents were informed about literacy resources, and every student who attended received a copy of “If You Give a Mouse a Cookie.” The Well Read Wanderers Literacy Workshop is a unique opportunity for families to come together and explore the world of literacy in a fun and interactive way. Flagler families are invited to attend the next workshop, on Jan. 20.

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More than 40 children attended the Dec. 9 Well Read Wanderers Literacy Workshop event at Me In Progress.

PETS UP FOR ADOPTION The Flagler Humane Society is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 1 Shelter Drive in Palm Coast. Adoption fees vary based on the animal, and the shelter has both dogs and cats up for adoption. Anyone who is interested in adopting or has questions about the process can contact the Flagler Humane Society at 386-445-1814 or apply online at flaglerhumanesociety.org.

“If we are to build a better world, we must remember that the guiding principle is this — a policy of freedom for the individual is the only truly progressive policy.” Friedrich Hayek “Road to Serfdom,” 1944

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The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this article are solely that of the author in his personal capacity and do not necessarily represent the opinions or the views of the city of Palm Coast or the Palm Coast City Council.

EDUCATION FOUNDATION HOSTS LITERACY EVENT SERIES The Flagler County Education Foundation is beginning the “Well Read Wanderers Literacy Workshop,” a series of educational events tailored for families of young scholars in Flagler. The workshops are designed to foster a love for reading and learning

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William Campenella  Branch of military: U.S. Army  Dates of service: 1968-1969  Rank/occupation: Specialist 4/ Military Journalist  Hometown: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania William Campenella studied at the University of California in Los Angeles and received a bachelor’s degree. Immediately after graduation, he entered military service in the U.S. Army and found himself deployed to the Republic of Vietnam, assigned to the 1st Cavalry, Special Services as a military journalist. The duty of a military journalist is to be embedded with combat units and chronicle for history the events of war. It is repetitively dangerous, and Campenella was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for his tour in Vietnam. He also earned an Army Commendation Medal, Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm device, Vietnam Service Medal, and National Defense Service Medal. In the years after his honorable military service, Campenella used his G.I. Bill benefits to return to school in Florida to learn farming. Campenella resides in Flagler Beach with his wife, Grace, and is an owneroperator of Gospel Gardens Nursery in Bunnell, offering expert landscaping and hardscaping. NEED HELP WITH VETERAN SERVICES? For information about benefits and support organizations for veterans, call 386-313-4014.

CORRECTION

Fiona, 2, was found as a stray in the W Section of Palm Coast on Nov. 2.

Macchiato, 3, was surrendered on Dec. 3 when her previous owner moved.

Kodak, 7, was surrendered on Oct. 29 when his previous owners lost their home.

Kay , 2, was found as a stray and brought to the shelter on Oct. 6.

The story with the headline “Motown and Mo’ show sells over 750 seats in 25th anniversary show” on Page 4B in the Dec. 7 edition incorrectly identified the show director's name. His name is Milton Scott.

DECEMBER 14, 2023

YOUR NEIGHBORS Lights in the dark SIERRA WILLIAMS STAFF WRITER

he Jewish community of Palm Coast rang in the fifth night of Hanukkah with Chabad of Palm Coast’s annual Chanukah Jewish Festival and Concert. The celebration took place at European Village on Dec. 11 and featured music from the international singer Shuky Sadon and Israeli musician David Twito, plus a petting zoo, latkes and the Grand Menorah Lighting ceremony. Hanukkah this year began on Dec. 7 and runs through Dec. 15 Chabad of Palm Coast Rabbi Levi Ezagui congratulated the Jewish community for continuing to serve their faith openly, in spite of the latest war between Israel and Hamas, and, he said, the voices opposing Israel across the world on social media. “There is every reason in the world why the small nation of ... Israel should cower in fear, should crumble in fright, should run and hide,” he said. “But no, that is not what is happening here tonight.” Hanukkah is the eight-day Jewish Festival of Lights. Palm Coast Mayor David Alfin lit the center candle of the menorah while Val Krayter — owner of Palm Coast Pharmacy, which sponsored the festival — lit another five candles. Sheriff Rick Staly was invited to light the torch used to light the menorah. Staly referenced recent acts of antisemitic vandalism committed in Flagler Beach and said he is committed to making Flagler County

Palm Coast celebrates Hanukkah with eighth annual Grand Menorah Lighting ceremony.

Val Krayter, who owns Palm Coast Pharmacy, lights the five candles signaling the fifth day of Chanukah.

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a place safe for everyone. “Ultimately, this war has carried over to our great state and nation, bringing in an unwanted wave of

Students from the Chabad Jewish Center’s Hebrew school sang to open the Grand Menorah Lighting ceremony.

Mayor David Alfin and FCSO volunteer Manny Confusione

antisemitic hate and anger,” Staly said. “I promise you that your Sheriff’s Office and I will not stand for hate against anyone. We will stand with you. We stand with Israel.” Alfin said it is easy to see the story of Hanukkah reflected in the world today, and to see the Jewish people as “fighting for self-determination, as people who just want to live according to their own faith.” “Tonight and every night, we are committed to supporting our Chabad of Palm Coast,” Alfin said. Ezagui asked those in attendance to consider those in Israel and the hostages taken from Israel as they light their own menorahs at home. “You need to be their light,” he said. Ezagui said that just by showing up, the community shows pride and courage in its faith. “Our Jewish community here at Palm Coast does not cower in fear, does not crumble in fright,” Ezagui said. “We do not hide. We do not run away.”

International singer Shuky Sadon performed with Israeli musician David Twito at the festival.

“Our Jewish community here at Palm Coast does not cower in fear, does not crumble in fright. We do not hide. We do not run away.” RABBI LEVI EZAGUI

The Chabad Jewish Center’s dreidel mascot. Robin Bryan paints a menorah on Kiya Morreale’s arm.

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HOLIDAY AT THE CASEMENTS When: 6 p.m. Where: The Casements, 25 Riverside Drive, Ormond Beach Details: Attend this year’s “Holiday at The Casements” for a free holiday concert on the north lawn by The Moonlighters. Arrive at 6 p.m. and tour the inside of The Casements. A free dessert bar will open at 6:30 p.m., and the music will start at 7 p.m. There will be special appearances by Santa and Mrs. Claus.

FRIDAY, DEC. 15

HOLIDAY NIGHT MARKET When: 4-9 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Dec. 15-16 Where: European Village, 101 Palm Harbor Blvd., Palm Coast Details: Shop for one-ofa-kind gifts and see Santa and Mrs. Claus at European Village. CHRISTMAS IN BUNNELL When: 5 p.m. Where: Joanne King Park, 300 Citrus St., Bunnell Details: The city of Bunnell is hosting this free Christmas event featuring music and performances by a local high school dance team, visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus and appearances by Christmas characters for photo opportunities. There will also be food trucks. THE SILHOUETTES: ‘THE LIGHT OF CHRISTMAS’ When: 7 p.m. Where: Fitzgerald Performing Arts Center, 5500 E. Highway 100, Palm Coast Details: The Silhouettes, golden buzzer winners on America’s Got Talent, are a shadow-dance company created and directed by Lynne Waggoner-Patton. Experience the light of the holidays at this show. Tickets cost $54. Visit flaglerauditorium. org.

SATURDAY, DEC. 16

BLOOD DRIVE When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: Lulu’s Oceanside Grill, 30 S. Atlantic Ave., Ormond Beach Details: The Ormond Beach Leidees’ Group for 50+ is hosting a blood drive with the Big Red Bus. Participants will receive a $20 e-gift card and a “Give Life” blanket from One Blood. Walk-ins welcome. Schedule appointment at donorportal.oneblood.org/donatenow/donation-centers-list-selecttime?driveID=1440331. A GREAT ROSY GLOW: THE STORY OF BULOW PLANTATION RUINS When: 10 a.m. Where: Bulow Plantation Ruins

BLACK-OWNED BUSINESS SHOWCASE When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: African American Cultural Center, 4422 N. U.S. 1, Palm Coast Details: The Palm Coast Flagler County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., will present this showcase featuring custom products, food trucks and professional services. The first 25 adult guests will receive a swag bag. Door prizes will be given throughout the event. Visit palmcoastdst.com. HOLIDAY CRAFTS When: 11 a.m. to noon Where: Ormond Beach Environmental Discovery Center, 601 Division Ave., Ormond Beach Details: Join the EDC for a holiday craft event recommended for ages 4-11. Space is limited. Call 386-6157081 to sign up. WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP WITH BIBI GROMLING When: 1-4 p.m. Where: Ocean Art Gallery, 197 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach Details: Learn to paint in watercolor with artist Bibi Gromling. Class costs $75. All supplies are included. No drawing required. Class is limited to six students. Call 386-317-9400. CHRISTMAS SING-ALONG AND CONCERT When: 3 p.m. Where: Central Baptist Church, Adams Hall, 142 Fairview Ave., Daytona Beach Details: Attend this Christmas concert at Central Baptist Church. Free and open to the community, but attendees are asked to bring a dish to share in the potluck meal that will follow the concert. Call 386255-2588. STARLIGHT PARADE When: 6 p.m. Where: Central Park in Town Center, 975 Central Ave., Palm Coast Details: The Starlight Parade is back at Town Center. The city of Palm Coast, in collaboration with the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office, is hosting the parade, with pre-parade activities — games, food trucks and more — beginning at 3 p.m. The parade will start at 6 p.m. The parade route will begin near the roundabout on Central Avenue and head east,

turning north onto Park Street, east onto Lake Avenue, and south on City Place, then continuing south on Bulldog Drive.

SUNDAY, DEC. 17

‘SOUNDS OF THE SEASON’ When: 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Where: New Way Church, 285 Old Moody Blvd., Palm Coast Details: Celebrate the birth of Jesus with a Christmas special at New Way Church. Experience carols and Christmas nostalgia with “Sounds of the Season.” NAVY BAND SOUTHEAST HOLIDAY SHOW When: 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Where: Fitzgerald Performing Arts Center, 5500 E. Highway 100, Palm Coast Details: See the Navy Southeast Band perform a free holiday concert. Tickets (up to two per person) must be picked up at Carrabba’s Italian Grille at 160 Cypress Edge Drive in Palm Coast; and Beachfront Grille at 2444 S. Ocean Shore Blvd. in Flagler Beach.

BLUE CHRISTMAS SERVICE When: 6 p.m. Where: Flagler Beach United Methodist Church, 1520 S. Daytona Ave., Flagler Beach Details: Grieving or feeling sad this Christmas? Attend this service for healing and hope. The service will includes Bible scriptures, music and candle lighting.

MONDAY, DEC. 18

SCHOOL’S OUT FOR ART: HOLIDAY COTTAGES When: 2-3:30 p.m. Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach Details: Children ages 4 to 12 are invited to take part in this art project while school is out. Enjoy a guided tour of the gardens and create a holiday cottage. Registration costs $13 for members; $16 for non-members. Fee includes all supplies. Visit ormondartmuseum.org. SEPARATION OF CHURCH AND STATE EVENT When: 5:30 p.m. Where: Flagler County Public Library’s Main Branch, 2500 Palm Coast Parkway NW, Palm Coast Details: Florida Policy Institute Senior Policy

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WEDNESDAY, DEC. 20

VETERANS CREATIVE EXPRESSION WORKSHOP: NEW YEAR SHOOTING STAR When: 11 a.m. to noon Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach Details: Assemble a celebratory piñata to mark the New Year during this workshop for veterans and service members led by Diamond Johnson. All supplies will be provided, and no experience is needed. The group will also get a guided tour of the museum’s current exhibit. Free program. A spouse or family member (16 or older) may take the workshop with the veteran or service member, but all must register in advance. Visit ormondartmuseum.org.

THURSDAY, DEC. 21

HANDBELLS FOR THE HOLIDAYS When: 11 a.m. to noon Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach Details: Celebrate the holiday season with handbell music in the gardens by the St. James Ringers, a volunteer ensemble from St. James Episcopal Church. Admission is free. Guests are encouraged to walk the gardens and enjoy the music. The museum will also offer tea and coffee and a holiday cardmaking activity until 3 p.m. All art supplies provided. Cards will be delivered by the museum staff to local nursing homes. All ages welcome. LINDA COLE CONCERT When: 2 p.m. Where: Ormond Beach Library, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach Details: The Friends of the Ormond Beach Library will present a concert by Linda Cole, jazz singer and a member of the legendary Nat “King” Cole family. Free program. Open to the community. BLUE CHRISTMAS SERVICE When: 4 p.m. Where: Central Baptist Church, 142 Fairview Ave., Daytona Beach Details: Attend this service of quiet contemplation — whether you personally struggle during the holidays or would like to pray on behalf of someone who is. Call 386-255-2588. ORMOND BEACH AREA DEMOCRATIC CLUB MEETING When: 7 p.m. Where: 56 N. Halifax Drive, Ormond Beach

Details: Join the Ormond Beach Area Democratic Club for its monthly meeting. Check-in and social visiting will begin at 6:30 p.m. There will be a review of club activities in 2023 and a look ahead to club activities in 2024 in preparation for the November election, how to meet Democratic neighbors, and updates on local, state and national issues. Like-minded nonmembers are welcome to attend as guests. Visit ormondbeachdems.org.

SATURDAY, DEC. 23

RANGER WALK INSIDE TOMOKA STATE PARK When: 10 a.m. Where: Tomoka State Park recreation hall, 2099 N. Beach St., Ormond Beach Details: Join a park ranger on a guided 1-mile hike through Tomoka State Park. Learn about the park’s history, wildlife and flora. Bring water, sunscreen and insect repellent; wear sturdy shoes. Program is free with park entry of $5 per vehicle. AW CUSTOM KITCHENS TOY DRIVE When: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: European Village, 101 Palm Harbor Parkway, Unit b113, Palm Coast Details: AW Custom Kitchens Inc. is partnering with Toys-for-Tots for a nonprofit toy drive event. Every toy donated grants the donor a ticket for a sweepstakes featuring a chance to win a TV, iPad, Apple Air Pods and more. There will be free popcorn, snow cones, cotton candy, hot dogs, refreshments and a bounce house. The prize drawing will take place at 2 p.m. Donate toys from now until the date of the event. Call 386-237-5139.

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Jameer Clark splits two defenders on a drive to the basket.

First-year coach Michael Talley said the Bulldogs need to change their mentality in order to get on a winning track. BRENT WORONOFF ASSOCIATE EDITOR

Flagler Palm Coast’s first-year coach, Michael Talley, wants to build a winning mentality. Two games in a row, the Bulldogs came up just short to undefeated teams. Some people may say FPC, which went 7-18 last year, is headed in the right direction. That’s not how Talley sees it. After the Bulldogs lost 60-58 on the road to Father Lopez on Dec.

5, Talley was silent for 10 minutes before asking his players, “Did you guys like how that felt?” When they said they didn’t like the feeling, he told them the mindset had to change. They had to come out with energy from the start and not let up. Unfortunately, he said, that didn’t happen two days later on Dec. 7 when New Smyrna Beach (5-0) held off FPC 55-50 at the Bulldogs gym. FPC battled back from an 11-point deficit in the fourth quarter. “I don’t think it was a really good effort,” Talley said. “I think it’s a mindset that you have to have to start a basketball game, and I don’t think we were ready to even play the game from the beginning.” The Bulldogs followed the loss with a 59-47 win over Pine Ridge on Dec. 11 to improve to 3-4. Talley has a history of winning

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as a player and a coach. As a player, his Detroit Cooley High teams won three straight state championships. He was a player with the University of Michigan during its two NCAA championship game appearances in 1992 and ’93. As an assistant coach in Michigan, he was a part of one state championship, and as a head coach, he won two state championships. “You know, you got to learn how to finish games,” he said. “We were up seven (against Father Lopez) going into the fourth quarter and turned the ball over five or six times panicking. Last year, the guys were used to not winning or having pressure to win, and that’s something that I’m trying to bring to the program, to let them know every free throw counts, every jump shot is important, every possession is important. And until we realize that, we’ll have some

“I don’t think it was a really good effort. I think it’s a mindset that you have to have to start a basketball game.” MICHAEL TALLEY, FPC boys basketball coach

bumps in the road.” FPC hit just 3 of 11 free throws against New Smyrna Beach. The Bulldogs went 0-for-6 from the free-throw line in the fourth quarter.

They also gave up eight 3-pointers to the Barracudas, many uncontested. “(New Smyrna) did a really good job,” Talley said. “They are a wellcoached program. The kids came off a tough win (Dec. 6, 48-46 at Deltona ), so I thought that we could put pressure on them, and they held on to get a win.” Jameer Clark scored 11 points in the fourth quarter to lead the Bulldogs with 15 points against NSB. Anthony Hampton played in his first game after recovering from a fracture and chipped in with 10 points, including two 3-pointers. “Last year, a lot of the games were wide-open 20 point losses,” Talley said. “So when you got really close losses, the guys still panic, because they haven’t been in that situation. So you kind of got to go through it in order to know how to fix it.”

FPC’s Connerton fights through pain to score 20 in loss to Ocala Forest The girls basketball team’s early-season struggles against quality teams will pay off later, Bulldogs coach George Butts says. BRENT WORONOFF ASSOCIATE EDITORV

Alexandria Connerton walked out of the trainer’s room following Flagler Palm Coast’s game with Ocala Forest on Dec. 8 with an ice pack wrapped around her right quadriceps and

Kaley Mack is guarded by Forest’s Taleah Jones.

another wrapped around her left knee. The FPC sophomore suffered a quad contusion in a loss at Orange Park the night before and bruised her knee in the first quarter of a 52-47 loss to Forest on the first night of the Bulldog Classic. Connerton took a short rest after hurting her knee then returned and finished with a game-high 20 points and 10 rebounds. “I sat for a little bit, but no matter what, you got to play,” Connerton said. “I didn’t feel it during the game. My adrenaline was running high, my emotions were running high. I was focused on the game and everybody playing as a team. But I’ll feel it after the game.” The Bulldogs trailed by five at halftime, but the Wildcats outscored them 20-5 in the third quarter, going on a 20-1 run to take their largest lead at 52-33. Forest did not score in the fourth quarter as the Wildcats held the ball for long stretches, but FPC could get no closer than five points. Connerton scored 11 of FPC’s 20 second-half points. “She’s a baller,” FPC first-year coach George Butts said. “She has that fight in her. She’ll be one of those we’ll be watching on TV someday.” Connerton is not worried about

someday. Her focus is on helping the Bulldogs improve. She scored 21 points in a 62-52 loss to Dunnellon on Dec. 9, the second day of the Bulldog Classic. It was FPC’s third loss in three days. The three losses came to teams with a combined 16-6 record. “They’re learning my system and getting better every game,” Butts said after the loss to Forest. “We’re playing tough teams. That’s the way we schedule it. We’re going to take a few bumps early, but we’re looking down the road. It’s not how you start, it’s how you finish. The girls are doing a great job and working hard.” The Bulldogs (1-4) are relying on young players. Freshman Ava Works added 11 points and two steals against Forest (5-3), while sophomore Carolyn O’Lear had seven points and eight rebounds. “We had a tough game (the day before in a 66-47 loss to Orange Park). Everybody was hurting,” Connerton said. “But we still have to play through it. We have a lot of freshmen, and they’re still getting used to varsity basketball, but they’re all contributing to the team. With our offense and defense we have to be in shape. We give it our all, and we keep rotating in players. I love this team, and I love the coaches.”

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Ava Works (1) tries to deflect a pass by Forest’s Ja’Niyah McCoy.

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Pirates encouraged by rally against Father Lopez

Bucs win home opener Mainland’s boys basketball team made the state championship game last year. This season, the Bucs are 6-1 after winning their home opener 58-44 against Jacksonville Bishop Kenny on Dec. 8. Narayan Thomas scored 16 points, and Nathan Kirk and Kade Manley added 14 points apiece for the Bucs. Mainland’s only loss was a 58-57 setback to Dr. Phillips on Nov 29 in the Rotary TipOff in Winter Park.

Jordan Mills wins tourney Matanzas senior Jordan Mills won the 215-pound title at the Capital City Classic wrestling tournament on Dec. 9. Mills was a state runner-up at 170 pounds as a sophomore but missed the postseason last year with a shoulder injury. Pirates junior T.J. McLean finished second at 120 pounds. McLean lost in the final to Class 3A, No. 1-ranked Frederick Mitchum of Miami Southridge. McLean and Mills are both ranked second in Class 2A. Email Brent Woronoff at brent@observerlocalnews. com.

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Henry Robinson Jr. drives baseline and makes a layup.

the court. “I started off slow this year, but I’m starting to wake up,” Shakir said. “I was shooting last year. I’m just getting my confidence back. I felt it leaving my hands, and I knew I would hit the next one, so I shot it. It gave us momentum. It gave us a great push for the comeback, and I think we had a chance, but we need to play like that all the time.” Matanzas coach Henry Robinson said the Pirates have been waiting on Shakir to get hot. He averaged 11.1

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Flagler Palm Coast won the championship trophy at the Pineda Invitational girls wrestling tournament at Deltona High School.

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Pirates win four girls wrestling titles Matanzas girls won four individual titles at the Campitelli Classic on Dec. 8 at Meritt Island: Jazlynn Golder (110 pounds), Mariah Mills (115), Autumn Jarvis (125) and Kendall Bibla (145). The Pirates, who had three other finalists, placed third out of 10 teams, while Mainland placed fourth. The Buccaneers’ Cheyenne Wigley won the 235-pound title.

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(132) winning titles. Six FPC other wrestlers made the finals.

Flagler Palm Coast’s girls and boys wrestling teams each won firstplace trophies at tournaments last weekend. The girls team won the Pineda Invitational at Deltona High on Dec. 8 as five wrestlers won individual titles: Joslyn Johnson (100 pounds), Christina Borgmann (125), Ana Vilar (130), Gabby Proctor (155) and Alexa Callidonio (190). The boys won the Golden Triangle Invitational at Mount Dora by 65.5 points on Dec. 9, with Robert Twilley (126) and Toryion Stallings

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are juniors, but they have been playing like seniors. “We’ve got some real good players,” Ridenour said. “We handle the ball well. We shoot it real well.” Matanzas went 17 of 21 from the free-throw line. Robinson Jr., who scored a team-high 28 points, hit 9 of 11 free throws. Shakir said the Pirates proved they can fight back from a large deficit. “We know that we have the talent. We just got to play hard from the start,” he said. The 6-foot-7 Robinson Jr., ranked 25th among the Class of 2027 by Made Hoops, has been consistent, averaging 22.1 points and 9.8 rebounds. But Matanzas has missed 6-9 sophomore Alex Davis. Robinson Sr. expects Davis to return in January at the start of next semester. “Everybody we play sends two or three guys at (Robinson Jr.),” Robinson Sr. said. “But he’s adapted to it well. Our guys that are open have to make shots. We got to make jump shots. We got to make the easy layups.” The Pirates play their next two games in St. Johns County — at St. Augustine High at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 14 and at Flagler College against DME Academy Blue at 7 p.m. Dec. 16. Father Lopez hosts Orlando Bishop Moore at 5 p.m. Dec. 16.

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points per game last year. “He came out of his shell tonight,” Robinson said. “This is his first double-digit game. That’s what we’ve been waiting on, because if he can play like that down the stretch, we’ll be fine.” As Shakir was providing the offense to start a 24-8 Matanzas run, the Pirates’ big men picked up the defense. Freshmen Henry Robinson Jr. and Desmond Lewis-Gordon and senior Malik Murray each swatted away Father Lopez shots. “That’s one of the best shot blocking teams I’ve seen,” Ridenour said. “How many times did we have a layup, and then all of a sudden it’s on the board? I mean, I thought, ‘OK we got one,’ and then, no we don’t, no we don’t.” Matanzas pulled to within seven midway through the fourth quarter but could get no closer. Father Lopez’s Jonathan Powell, who poured in a game-high 33 points, hit 9 of 10 free throws in the fourth quarter and 12 of 15 in the game. His third 3-pointer with about three minutes left put the Green Wave ahead 71-60. Jacob Lohman added 20 points with five 3-pointers, while point guard Caden Keller had 12 points for Lopez. The Green Wave connected on 24 of 35 free-throw attempts and hit 11 3-pointers. Nine of Father Lopez’s 10 players

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Father Lopez’s 28-point lead against Matanzas may have seemed insurmountable, but the Green Wave quickly learned that wasn’t the case. Their 56-28 advantage midway through the third quarter was reduced to single digits midway through the fourth quarter. The Green Wave regained their composure, however, to escape the Pirates’ gym with a 78-68 victory on Monday, Dec. 11. Father Lopez (6-0) remained undefeated, while the Pirates (1-7) saw some encouraging signs in what has been a rough start to the season. “Our lead went from 28 to 15 just like that,” Father Lopez coach Brad Ridenour said. “It was real quick.” The Wave’s 41-28 halftime lead ballooned to 56-28 after they scored 15 straight points to begin the third quarter. Matanzas senior guard Tariq Shakir ended the run with a 3-pointer. After a defensive stop by the Pirates, he hit another, then another. “I didn’t know he was that kind of shooter,” Ridenour said. “I never saw that before. All of a sudden he just knocked them all down. We were shocked. We were just like, ‘Keep him in front of you and keep their athletes off the boards,’ and he just came down and bang, bang, bang.” Shakir came into the game averaging 6 points. He scored 21 with seven assists against the Green Wave, and his three straight long-range bombs energized the Pirates on both ends of

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION Case No. 23-CP-000386 Division: 48 IN RE: ESTATE OF GLORIA LEVCHUK, Deceased The administration of the estate of GLORIA LEVCHUK deceased, whose date of death was April 4, 2023; Case Number 23CP-000386, is pending in the Circuit Court for Flagler County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1769 E. Moody Blvd., Bunnell, Florida 32110. The name and address of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against the decedent’s estate, on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against the decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is December 14, 2023. Persons Giving Notice: William Levchuk 12 Valencia Street Palm Coast, Florida 32137 Attorney for Personal Representatives: JOHN E. TRAVERS, ESQ. Stern Kilcullen & Rufolo, LLC 7108 Fairway Drive, Suite 123 Palm Beach Gardens, Florida 33418 Tel: 561-721-6525 Facsimile: 973-535-9664 Florida Bar No. 90498 December 14, 21, 2023 23-00214G

NOTICE OF FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT AND NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS December 14, 2023 Florida Housing Finance Corporation 227 North Bronough Street, Suite 5000 Tallahassee, FL 32301-1329 (850) 488-4197 These notices shall satisfy two separate but related procedural requirements for activities to be undertaken by the Florida Housing Finance Corporation. REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS On or about January 3, 2024 the Florida Housing Finance Corporation (FHFC) will submit a request to the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the release of a Home Investment Partnership Program (HOME) loan for the financing for Rental Developments in Certain Hurricane Ian Impacted Counties, under 24 CFR Part 92 under Title II of the Cranston-Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act (NAHA), in accordance with Section 288 (42 U.S.C. 12838), as amended, to undertake a project known as Phoenix Crossings located at the North Intersection Hwy 100 and North Bay Street, Bunnell, Flagler County, Florida. The proposed development is for the construction of 28 Garden Apartments comprising of two (2)-residential buildings two (2)-stories high. Construction costs are estimated at $10,201,872 to be partially funded with HOME for $6,250,000. FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT The Florida Housing Finance Corporation has determined that the project will have no significant impact on the human environment. Therefore, an Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) is not required. Additional project information is contained in the Environmental Review Record (ERR) on file at Florida Housing Finance Corporation, 227 North Bronough Street, Suite 5000, Tallahassee, FL 32301-1329, and may be examined or copied weekdays 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. PUBLIC COMMENTS Any individual, group, or agency may submit written comments on the ERR to Florida Housing Finance Corporation, 227 North Bronough Street, Suite 5000, Tallahassee, FL 32301-1329, Attention: Ms. Angeliki Sellers or via e-mail at ERRComments@floridahousing.org. All comments received by January2, 2024, will be considered by the Florida Housing Finance Corporation prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds. Comments should specify which Notice they are addressing. ENVIRONMENTAL CERTIFICATION The Florida Housing Finance Corporation certifies to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) that Ms. Angeliki Sellers, in her capacity as Chief Financial Officer with delegated Certifying Officer duties of the FHFC, consents to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal Courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to the environmental review process and that these responsibilities have been satisfied. HUD’s approval of the certification satisfies its responsibilities under NEPA and related laws and authorizes and allows FHFC to use Program funds. OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS HUD will accept objections to its release of fund and the Florida Housing Finance Corporation’s certification for a period of fifteen (15) days following the anticipated submission date or its actual receipt of the request (whichever is later) only if they are on one of the following bases: (a) the certification was not executed by the Certifying Officer of the Florida Housing Finance Corporation; (b) the Florida Housing Finance Corporation has omitted a step or failed to make a decision or finding required by HUD regulations at 24 CFR Part 58; (c) the grand recipient has committed funds or incurred costs not authorized by 24 CFR Part 58 before approval of a release of funds by HUD; or (d) another Federal agency acting pursuant to 40 CFR Part 1504 has submitted a written finding that the project is unsatisfactory from the standpoint of environmental quality. Objections must be prepared and submitted via email in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58, Sec. 58.76) and shall be addressed to Ms. Tonya R. Madison, CPD Representative, U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development, Community Planning & Development Division, Jacksonville Field Office, 400 W. Bay Street, Suite 1015, Jacksonville, FL 32202. Potential objectors should contact the HUD Jacksonville Field Office via email to Tonya.R.Madison@hud.gov to verify the actual last day of the objection period.

NOTICE OF ACTION IN THE CIRCUIT COURT, SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No. 2023 CA 000993 Division: 49 MARIA ROSANGELA CIRESI, Plaintiff, vs. ALPHONSO LOGIUDICE, Defendant. TO: ALPHONSO LOGIUDICE, and if dead or not known to be dead or alive, his several and respective unknown spouses, heirs, devisees, grantees, and judgment creditors, or other parties claiming by, through, or under those unknown natural persons, and all claimants, persons or parties, natural or corporate, or whose exact legal status is unknown, claiming under any of the above named or described defendants or parties, YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that an action to quiet title to the following property in Flagler County, Florida: Lot 10 of Block 40 of Palm Coast, Map of Pine Grove, Section 28, according to the plat thereof, as recorded in Map Book 9, at Page 59, of the Public Records of Flagler County, Florida. (For Sections 1 through 16 inclusive, the aforementioned legal description includes the following language: as amended by instrument recorded in Official Records book 35, at page 528 of the Public Records of Flagler County, Florida.) a/k/a 3 Porter Lane, Palm Coast, Florida 32164. has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to Vincent L. Sullivan, Esq., the Plaintiff ’s attorney, whose address is 145 City Place, Suite 301, Palm Coast, Florida 32137 [VSullivan@ legalteamforlife.com] and [CMcNeil@ legalteamforlife.com], on or before 30 days after the first date of publication of this Notice of Action, and file the original with the Clerk of this Court either before service on the Plaintiff ’s attorney or immediately thereafter, otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. Dated 12/11/2023. TOM BEXLEY Clerk of Court (SEAL) By: /s/ Margarita Ruiz Deputy Clerk Vincent L. Sullivan, Esq. the Plaintiff ’s attorney 145 City Place, Suite 301 Palm Coast, Florida 32137 [VSullivan@legalteamforlife.com] and [CMcNeil@legalteamforlife.com] Dec. 14, 21, 28, 2023; Jan. 4, 2024 23-00213G

NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2023 CP 000748 Division 48 IN RE: ESTATE OF ANN WHITE Deceased. The administration of the estate of Ann White, deceased, File Number: 2023 CP 000748, whose date of death was February 2, 2023, is pending in the Circuit Court for Flagler County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1769 E Moody Boulevard, Building 1, Bunnell, FL 32110. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is December 14, 2023. Personal Representative: /s/ Joseph DiMeglio Joseph DiMeglio 556 N Lewis Ave. Lindenhurst, NY 11757 Attorney for Personal Representative: /s/ Jonathan P. Hermes Jonathan P. Hermes, Esq. Attorney Florida Bar Number: 1011335 Ginn & Patrou, PLLC 460 A1A Beach Blvd. St. Augustine, FL 32080 Telephone: (904) 461-3000 Fax: (844) 730-9828 E-Mail: service@ginnpatrou.com Secondary E-Mail: jhermes@ginnpatrou.com 23-00209G December 14, 21, 2023

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All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is December 14, 2023. Personal Representative: /s/ GREGORY SAUNDERS 325 Lafayette Street, Unit 8007 Bridgeport, Connecticut 06604 Attorney for Personal Representative: RODOLFO SUAREZ, JR., ESQ. Attorney Florida Bar Number: 013201 9100 S Dadeland Blvd., Suite 1620 Miami, Florida 33156 Telephone: (305) 448-4244 E-Mail: rudy@suarezlawyers.com December 14, 21, 2023 23-00208G

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 2022 CA 000312 NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING, Plaintiff, vs. CAROLYN ANN MAINWOOD, et al. Defendant(s). NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated September 07, 2023, and entered in 2022 CA 000312 of the Circuit Court of the SEVENTH Judicial Circuit in and for Flagler County, Florida, wherein NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING is the Plaintiff and CAROLYN ANN MAINWOOD; AQUA FINANCE, INC. are the Defendant(s). TOM W. BEXLEY as the Clerk of the Circuit Court will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at https://flagler.realforeclose.com, at 11:00 AM, on January 05, 2024, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: LOT 18, BLOCK 45, SUBDIVISION MAP PINE GROVE - SECTION-26 PALM COAST, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 9, PAGE 20 THROUGH 35, INCLUSIVE, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA. Property Address: 78 PIEDMONT DR, PALM COAST, FL 32164 Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens must file a claim in accordance with Florida Statutes, Section 45.031. IMPORTANT AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT. If you are a person with a disability who needs an accommodation in order to access court facilities or participate in a court proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. To request such an accommodation, please contact Court Administration in advance of the date the service is needed: Court Administration, 101 N. Alabama Ave., Ste D-305, Deland, FL 32724, (386) 257-6096. Hearing or voice impaired, please call 711. Dated this 6 day of December, 2023. ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC Attorney for Plaintiff 6409 Congress Ave., Suite 100 Boca Raton, FL 33487 Telephone: 561-241-6901 Facsimile: 561-997-6909 Service Email: flmail@raslg.com By: \S\Danielle Salem Danielle Salem, Esquire Florida Bar No. 0058248 Communication Email: dsalem@raslg.com 22-028615 - NaC 23-00210G December 14, 21, 2023

FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR Flagler COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No.: 2023 DR 001080 Division: 47 Gianni Verdone, Petitioner, and Ariana Verdone, Respondent, TO: Ariana Verdone 2B Sebastian Ct Palm Coast FL, 32164 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for dissolution of marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Gianni Verdone, whose address is 64 Bannerwood Lane Palm Coast FL, 32137 on or before 12/30/2023, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 1769 E. Moody Blvd Bldg 1 Bunnell FL 32110 before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition. The action is asking the court to decide how the following real or personal property should be divided: _____ Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request. You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the address(es) on record at the clerk’s office. WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings. Dated: 11/17/23 CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT (SEAL) By: /s/ Makaela McCarthy Deputy Clerk Dec. 14, 21, 28, 2023; Jan. 4, 2024 23-00212G

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FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 2022 CA 000810 ROCKET MORTGAGE, LLC F/K/A QUICKEN LOANS, LLC F/K/A QUICKEN LOANS INC., Plaintiff, vs. THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, BENEFICIARIES, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES AND ALL OTHER WHO MAY CLAIM AN INTEREST IN THE ESTATE OF CALVIN KENNETH EDWARDS, DECEASED, et al. Defendant(s). NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated August 02, 2023, and entered in 2022 CA 000810 of the Circuit Court of the SEVENTH Judicial Circuit in and for Flagler County, Florida, wherein ROCKET MORTGAGE, LLC F/K/A QUICKEN LOANS, LLC F/K/A QUICKEN LOANS INC. is the Plaintiff and THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, BENEFICIARIES, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES AND ALL OTHERS WHO MAY CLAIM AN INTEREST IN THE ESTATE OF CALVIN KENNETH EDWARDS, DECEASED; WANDA GLAVIN; CALVIN EDWARDS, JR.; CRYSTAL EDWARDS are the Defendant(s). TOM W. BEXLEY as the Clerk of the Circuit Court will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at https://flagler.realforeclose.com, at 11:00 AM, on January 05, 2024, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWN OF BUNNELL IN THE COUNTY OF FLA-

GLER IN THE STATE OF FL. LOTS 7 AND 8, BLOCK 28, TOWN OF BUNNELL, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 1, PAGE 2, PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLER COUNTY. FLORIDA Property Address: 507 N ORANGE ST, BUNNELL, FL 32110 Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens must file a claim in accordance with Florida Statutes, Section 45.031. IMPORTANT AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT. If you are a person with a disability who needs an accommodation in order to access court facilities or participate in a court proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. To request such an accommodation, please contact Court Administration in advance of the date the service is needed: Court Administration, 101 N. Alabama Ave., Ste D-305, Deland, FL 32724, (386) 257-6096. Hearing or voice impaired, please call 711. Dated this 6 day of December, 2023. By: \S\Danielle Salem Danielle Salem, Esquire Florida Bar No. 0058248 Communication Email: dsalem@raslg.com ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC Attorney for Plaintiff 6409 Congress Ave., Suite 100 Boca Raton, FL 33487 Telephone: 561-241-6901 Facsimile: 561-997-6909 Service Email: flmail@raslg.com 22-069454 - NaC 23-00211G December 14, 21, 2023

NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No.: 2023 CP 000751 Division: 48 IN RE: ESTATE OF FRANCIS ALLEN SAUNDERS Deceased. The administration of the estate of FRANCIS ALLEN SAUNDERS, deceased, whose date of death was January 2, 2023, is pending in the Circuit Court for FLAGLER County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1769 E Moody Blvd, Bldg 1, Bunnell, FL 32110. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.

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FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF FORFEITURE A 2006 Chevrolet Trail Blazer with VIN# 1GNDT13S962245301 was seized for forfeiture by the Flagler County Sheriff ’s Office on October 27, 2023. The item(s) were seized at or near Old Dixie Highway South, Flagler County FL. The Flagler County Sheriff is holding the property for purposes of a current forfeiture action 2023 CA 001022 in the 7th Circuit Court. December 14, 21, 2023

FIRST INSERTION Notice Under Fictitious Name Law According to Florida Statute Number 865.09 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the Fictitious Name of PCW Services located at 60 Surfview Drive, Unit 604, in the City of Palm Coast, Flagler County, FL 32137 intends to register the said name with the Division of Corporations of the Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida. Dated this 27th day of November, 2023. David Buch December 14, 2023

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT, SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 2022 CP 000705 DIVISION: 48 IN RE: ESTATE OF PATSY ANNE TOMLINSON, Deceased. The administration of the estate of PATSY ANNE TOMLINSON, deceased, whose date of death was January 7, 2022, is pending in the Circuit Court for Flagler County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is Kim C. Hammond Justice Center, 1769 E Moody Blvd, Bldg 1, Bunnell, FL 32110. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is December 7, 2023. /s/ DocuSigned by: Angela Tomlinson, Personal Representative 40 Perthshire Lane Palm Coast, FL 32164 FRED B. SHARE, ESQUIRE Florida Bar No. 256765 1092 Ridgewood Avenue Holly Hill, FL 32117 Telephone: (386) 253-1030 Fax: (386) 248-2425 E-Mail: fredshare@cfl.rr.com 2nd E-Mail: brobins@cfl.rr.com Attorney for Personal Representative 23-00207G December 7, 14, 2023

NOTICE TO CREDITORS (Formal Administration) IN THE 7th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA. PROBATE DIVISION CASE NO.: 2023-CP-000725 IN RE: The Estate of CARL L. POTTER, Deceased. TO ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS OR DEMANDS AGAINST THE ABOVE ESTATE: The administration of the estate of CARL L. POTTER, deceased, whose date of death was September 15, 2023, and whose social security number is XXX-XX-1407, is pending in the Circuit Court for Flagler County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1769 East Moody Boulevard, Building #1, Bunnell, Florida 32110. The names and addresses of the Personal Representative and the Personal Representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITH THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this Notice is December 7, 2023. /s/ Carl L. Potter, JR. CARL L. POTTER, JR., As Personal Representative Attorney and Personal Representative Giving Notice: /s/ Steven E. Gurian STEVEN E. GURIAN, ESQ., Attorney for Personal Representative EASY ESTATE PROBATE, PLLC 2601 South Bayshore Drive, 18th Floor Coconut Grove, Florida 33133 Tel: 1-833-973-3279 Fax: 1-833-927-3279 E-mail: SG@EasyEstateProbate.com Florida Bar No. 101511 23-00203G December 7, 14, 2023

NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2023 CP 000773 Division 48 IN RE: ESTATE OF LEE-ANN DALEY Deceased. The administration of the estate of LeeAnn Daley, deceased, whose date of death was December 16, 2022, is pending in the Circuit Court for Flagler County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is Kim C. Hammond Justice Center, 1769 E Moody Blvd, Bldg. 1, Bunnell, FL 32110. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is December 7, 2023. Personal Representative: /s/ Christopher Gamble 139 Forrester Pl Palm Coast, Florida 32137 Attorney for Personal Representative: /s/ David Pilcher, Attorney Florida Bar Number: 0001562 Bogin, Munns & Munns, P.A. P.O. Box 2807 Orlando, Florida 32802 Telephone: (407) 578-1334 Fax: (407) 578-2181 E-Mail: dpilcher@boginmunns.com Sec. E-Mail: bmmservice@boginmunns.com Addl. E-Mail: kpilcher@boginmunns.com 23-00202G December 7, 14, 2023

NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA Division 48 File No. 2023 CP 667 IN RE: THE ESTATE OF CLYDE BRYAN CANADY, JR. Deceased. The administration of the Estate of Clyde Bryan Canady, Jr., Deceased, whose date of death was December 26, 2021, is pending in the Circuit Court for Flagler County, Florida Probate Division, the address of which is Flagler County Courthouse, 1769 E. Moody Boulevard, Bunnell, FL, 32110. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the Decedent and other persons having claims or demands against Decedent’s Estate of whom a copy of this Notice is required to be served must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of Decedent and other persons having claims or demands against Decedent’s Estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA STATUTES WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The first publication of this notice is December 7, 2023. Thomas Canady, Personal Representative, 22 Willoughby Place, Palm Coast, Florida 32164 Stacy Geiger, Esq. Florida Bar Number: 0015711 Geiger Law, PLLC Post Office Box 352951 Palm Coast, FL 32135 (386) 264-6937 telephone Attorney for Personal Representative stacygeigeresq@yahoo.com 23-00206G December 7, 14, 2023

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{If applicable, insert the legal description of real property, a specific description of personal property, and the name of the county in Florida where the property is located} 21 Sea front trail Palm Coast FL 32164. Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office. You may review these documents upon request. You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court’s office notified of your current address. (You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the addresses on record at the clerk’s office. WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings. Dated: Nov 22, 23. CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT (SEAL) By: /s/ Makaela McCarthy {Deputy Clerk} Nov. 30; Dec. 7, 14, 21, 2023 23-00199G

SECOND INSERTION NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2023CP000616 IN RE: ESTATE OF LUCIA MARIE CHERIM Deceased. The administration of the estate of Lucia Marie Cherim, deceased, whose date of death was June 27, 2023, is pending in the Circuit Court for Flagler County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is Kim C. Hammond Justice Center, 1769 E. Moody Boulevard, Building #1, Bunnell, Florida 32110. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is December 7, 2023. Personal Representative: /s/ Jay Allen Cherim 79 Egret Trail Palm Coast, Florida 32164 Attorney for Personal Representative: /s/ Zachary M. Rothman, Attorney Florida Bar Number: 0117924 JONES FOSTER P.A. 505 South Flagler Drive, Suite 1100 West Palm Beach, FL 33401 Telephone: (561) 659-3000 Fax: (561) 650-5300 E-Mail: zrothman@jonesfoster.com December 7, 14, 2023 23-00205G

FIRST INSERTION NOTICE UNDER FICTITIOUS NAME LAW PURSUANT TO SECTION 865.09, FLORIDA STATUTES NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Chaz Davis will engage in business under the fictitious name JUMP IN & GO AUTO SALES, with a physical address 21 SEA FRONT TRAIL PALM COAST, FL 32164, with a mailing address 21 SEA FRONT TRAIL PALM COAST, FL 32164, and already registered the name mentioned above with the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations. December 14, 2023

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SECOND INSERTION NOTICE OF ACTION IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL DIVISION CASE NO.: 2023 CA 000937 NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING, Plaintiff, vs. ANNEMARIE KNOBLICH A/K/A ANNE MARIE KNOBLICH A/K/A ANN MARIE KNOBLICH A/K/A ANNMARIE KNOBLICH, et al., Defendants. TO: UNKNOWN HEIRS, BENEFICIARIES, DEVISEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES AND ALL OTHERS WHO MAY CLAIM AN INTEREST IN THE ESTATE OF ROBERT W. KNOBLICH 24 SEDGEWICK TRL, PALM COAST, FL 32164 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for Foreclosure of Mortgage on the following described property: LOT 13, BLOCK 45, OF PALM COAST, MAP OF SEMINOLE WOODS, SECTION 58, A SUBDIVISION ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OR MAP THEREOF, DESCRIBED IN MAP BOOK 19, PAGE 26, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA. has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it, on De Cubas & Lewis, P.A., Attorney for Plaintiff, whose address is PO BOX 5026, CORAL SPRINGS, FL 33310 a date at least thirty (30) days after the first publication of this Notice in the (Please publish in BUSINESS OBSERVER) and file the original with the Clerk of this Court either before service on Plaintiff ’s attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint. If you are a person with a disability who needs an accommodation in order to access court facilities or participate in a court proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. To request such an accommodation, please contact Court Administration in advance of the date the service is needed: Court Administration 125 E. Orange Ave., Ste. 300 Daytona Beach, FL 32114 (386) 257-6096 Hearing or voice impaired, please call 711. WITNESS my hand and the seal of this Court this day of 11/28/2023. TOM W. BEXLEY As Clerk of the Court (SEAL) By: /s/ Amy Perez As Deputy Clerk De Cubas & Lewis, P.A. Attorney for Plaintiff PO BOX 5026 CORAL SPRINGS, FL 33310 23-01517 December 7, 14, 2023 23-00204G

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Notice Under Fictitious Name Law According to Florida Statute Number 865.09 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the Fictitious Name of Leonardi Ent. LLC located at 29 Lamour Lane, in the City of Palm Coast, Flagler County, FL 32137 intends to register the said name with the Division of Corporations of the Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida. Dated this 8th day of December, 2023. Marc Leonardi

Notice Under Fictitious Name Law According to Florida Statute Number 865.09 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the Fictitious Name of Bumper Bulldog Rescue located at 9 Elias Lane, in the City of Palm Coast, Flagler County, FL 32164 intends to register the said name with the Division of Corporations of the Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida. Dated this 11th day of December, 2023. Melissa Sanchez

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NOTICE OF ACTION FOR Dissolution of Marriage IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE Seventh JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR Flagler COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No.: 2023DR000855 Division: 47 Chaz Davis, Petitioner and Daniel Wiley, Respondent. TO: Daniel Wiley 745 Bellevue Avenue, apt #1 Daytona Beach, FL 32114 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for Dissolution of Marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Chaz Davis, whose address is 21 Sea front trail Palm Coast FL 32164, on or before 1/13/24, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at Kim C Hammond Justice Center, 1769 E Moody Blvd Building #1 Bunnell, FL 32110, before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.

FOURTH INSERTION CITY OF PALM COAST NOTICE OF PROPOSED CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING The City Council will consider Ordinance No. 2023-XX Entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PALM COAST, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE BOUNDARIES OF THE LANDINGS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 190, FLORIDA STATUTES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. This is an application requesting an ordinance to amend the boundaries of the Landings Community Development District. Landings is a 204.68 +/- acre residential community located on the south side of Citation Boulevard and east of Belle Terre Boulevard and is to be amended to add approximately 356.18 acres to the District. All lands are located as depicted in the Location Map provided below. The City Council will hold two (2) public hearings on the proposed ordinance on December 5th, 2023 at 6:00 p.m., and December 19th, 2023, at 9:00 a.m., or as soon thereafter as possible, in the Council Chambers at the Community Wing of City Hall located at 160 Lake Avenue, Palm Coast, Florida. A copy of this notice and the file relating to the public hearing are available by contacting the City Clerk at 386-986-3713. The public is encouraged to participate in the processes and procedures of the City. Members of the public who wish to submit comments, exhibits, or other documents for consideration at the Public Hearing may submit them to the following: CityClerk@palmcoastgov. com. The e-mail should indicate that they are intended for public participation and may be submitted up until 5 pm the day before the meeting. The City reserves the right to redact or reject Documentary Evidence containing obscene material or material that is confidential pursuant to state law. If a person decides to appeal any decision made with respect to any matter considered at the above referenced hearing, he/ she will need a record of the proceedings. For such purposes, it may be necessary to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons needing assistance to participate in any of these proceedings should contact the City Clerk’s Office at 386-986-3713 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. LOCATION MAP

VOLUSIA COUNTY LEGAL NOTICES FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 45, FLORIDA STATUTES IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 2023 30237 CICI TRAILWOOD TOWNHOMES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC, Plaintiff, vs. JOSE CASTILLO, et al., Defendant(s). Notice is given that pursuant to the Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated , in Case No.: 2023 30237 CICI of the Circuit Court in and for Volusia County, Florida, wherein TRAILWOOD TOWNHOMES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC, is the Plaintiff and JOSE CASTILLO, et al., is/ are the Defendant(s). The Clerk of Court will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at 11:00 a.m., at https://www.volusia. realforeclose.com, in accordance with Section 45.031, Florida Statutes, on January 3, 2024, the following described property set forth in the Final Judgment of Foreclosure: Lot 26 TRAILWOOD SUB MB 38 PG 97 PER OR 5050 PG 2185 PER OR 5849 PG 3420 PER OR 5897 PG 3787 PER OR 6377

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PG 3606 & ORG 6589 PG 2627 Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens must file a claim before the clerk reports the surplus as unclaimed. IF YOU ARE A PERSON WITH A DISABILITY WHO NEEDS AN ACCOMMODATION IN ORDER TO ACCESS COURT FACILITIES OR PARTICIPATE IN A COURT PROCEEDING, YOU ARE ENTITLED, AT NO COST TO YOU, TO THE PROVISION OF CERTAIN ASSISTANCE. TO REQUEST SUCH AN ACCOMMODATION, PLEASE CONTACT COURT ADMINISTRATION IN ADVANCE OF THE DATE THE SERVICE IS NEEDED: COURT ADMINISTRATION, 101 N. ALABAMA AVE., STE. D-305, DELAND, FL 32724; (386) 257-6096. HEARING OR VOICE IMPAIRED, CALL 711. DATED: December 12, 2023 By: /s/ Carlos Arias Carlos Arias, Esquire Florida Bar No.: 820911 ARIAS BOSINGER, PLLC 280 W. Canton Avenue, Suite 330 Winter Park , Florida 32789 (407) 636-2549 December 14, 21, 2023 23-00370I

FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 2022 11959 CIDL U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF 2 ACQUISITION TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. CHARLES J. LUPICA A/K/A CHARLES LUPICA AND ERIN L. LUPICA A/K/A ERIN LUPICA, et al. Defendant(s). NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated July 06, 2023, and entered in 2022 11959 CIDL of the Circuit Court of the SEVENTH Judicial Circuit in and for Volusia County, Florida, wherein U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF 2 ACQUISITION TRUST is the Plaintiff and CHARLES J. LUPICA A/K/A CHARLES LUPICA; ERIN L. LUPICA A/K/A ERIN LUPICA are the Defendant(s). Laura E. Roth as the Clerk of the Circuit Court will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at www.volusia.realforeclose.com, at 11:00 AM, on January 04, 2024, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: LOT 12 AND THE EASTERLY 1/2 OF LOT 11, 6TH ADDITION TO DELAND HIGHLANDS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 19, PAGE 251 OF THE PUB-

LIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. Property Address: 1721 PALMETTTO AVE, DELAND, FL 32724 Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens must file a claim in accordance with Florida Statutes, Section 45.031. IMPORTANT AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT. If you are a person with a disability who needs an accommodation in order to access court facilities or participate in a court proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. To request such an accommodation, please contact Court Administration in advance of the date the service is needed: Court Administration, 101 N. Alabama Ave., Ste D-305, Deland, FL 32724, (386) 257-6096. Hearing or voice impaired, please call 711. Dated this 7 day of December, 2023. ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC Attorney for Plaintiff 6409 Congress Ave., Suite 100 Boca Raton, FL 33487 Telephone: 561-241-6901 Facsimile: 561-997-6909 Service Email: flmail@raslg.com By: \S\Danielle Salem Danielle Salem, Esquire Florida Bar No. 0058248 Communication Email: dsalem@raslg.com 22-069981 - NaC December 14, 21, 2023 23-00367I

FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 2022 11146 CIDL REVERSE MORTGAGE FUNDING LLC, Plaintiff, vs. THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, BENEFICIARIES, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES AND ALL OTHERS WHO MAY CLAIM AN INTEREST IN THE ESTATE OF PAUL HAGEL A/K/A PAUL K. HAGEL, DECEASED, et al. Defendant(s). NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated June 20, 2023, and entered in 2022 11146 CIDL of the Circuit Court of the SEVENTH Judicial Circuit in and for Volusia County, Florida, wherein REVERSE MORTGAGE FUNDING LLC is the Plaintiff and THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, BENEFICIARIES, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES AND ALL OTHERS WHO MAY CLAIM AN INTEREST IN THE ESTATE OF PAUL HAGEL A/K/A PAUL K. HAGEL, DECEASED; CAROL HAGEL; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ACTING ON BEHALF OF THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT are the Defendant(s). Laura E. Roth as the Clerk of the Circuit Court will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at www. volusia.realforeclose.com, at 11:00 AM, on January 02, 2024, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: LOT 18, TARA TRAIL, ACCORDING TO

THE MAP THEREOF AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 38, PAGES 192 AND 193, PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. Property Address: 2322 MELONIE TRAIL, NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FL 32168 Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens must file a claim in accordance with Florida Statutes, Section 45.031. IMPORTANT AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT. If you are a person with a disability who needs an accommodation in order to access court facilities or participate in a court proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. To request such an accommodation, please contact Court Administration in advance of the date the service is needed: Court Administration, 101 N. Alabama Ave., Ste D-305, Deland, FL 32724, (386) 257-6096. Hearing or voice impaired, please call 711. Dated this 6 day of December, 2023. ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC Attorney for Plaintiff 6409 Congress Ave., Suite 100 Boca Raton, FL 33487 Telephone: 561-241-6901 Facsimile: 561-997-6909 Service Email: flmail@raslg.com By: \S\Danielle Salem Danielle Salem, Esquire Florida Bar No. 0058248 Communication Email: dsalem@raslg.com 22-043424 - ArC December 14, 21, 2023 23-00363I

FIRST INSERTION DELAND TRANSMISSIONS & AUTO REPAIR LLC MV 100862 1605 N WOODLAND BLVD DELAND, FL 32720 (VOLUSIA County) 386-873-4565 NOTICE OF MECHANIC’S LIEN Notice of claim of lien and intent to sell vehicle pursuant to subsection 713.585 of the Florida Statutes. Date of Sale: 1/8/2024 @ 10:30 AM TO TAKE PLACE AT: LOCATION OF SALE: 1605 N WOODLAND BLVD, DELAND, FL 32720 CURRENT LOCATION OF VEHICLE: 1605 N WOODLAND BLVD, DELAND, FL 32720 2007 ACUR RDX #5J8TB18517A013360 AMOUNT TO REDEEM $4591.61 The lien claimed by the lienor is subject to enforcement pursuant to Section 713.585, F.S., and the vehicle may be sold to satisfy the lien. The lien is claimed for labor, services performed, and storage charges, if any, and the amount due in cash on the day of the sale, if paid to the lienor, would redeem the motor vehicle. At any time before the date of the sale or proposed sale the owner or any person claiming an interest or a lien on the vehicle may file a demand for hearing with the Clerk of the Circuit Court in the county where the vehicle is held to determine whether the vehicle has been wrongfully taken or withheld from him or her. At any time before the date of the sale or proposed sale a customer or a person of record claiming a lien on the vehicle may post a cash or surety bond in the amount stated on the invoice with the Clerk of the Circuit Court where the disputed transaction occurred. Notice that the owner of the motor vehicle has a right to recover possession of the motor vehicle without instituting judicial proceedings by posting a bond in accordance with the provisions of Florida Statute 559.917. Notice that any proceeds from the sale of the motor vehicle remaining after payment of the amount claimed to be due and owing to the lienor will be deposited with the Clerk of the Circuit Court for disposition upon court order pursuant to subsection (6) of Florida Statute 713.585. Notice that the lienor will make the vehicle available for inspection during regular business hours within 3 business days after receiving a written request to inspect the vehicle from a notice recipient, whom may present either a copy of an electronic title or a paper title as evidence of his or her interest in and right to inspect the vehicle. December 14, 2023

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VOLUSIA COUNTY FIRST INSERTION RE-NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL DIVISION CASE NO. 2022 30680 CICI COLONIAL SAVINGS, F.A., Plaintiff, vs. KYLE ROBERTSON; UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF KYLE ROBERTSON; UNKNOWN PERSON(S) IN POSSESSION OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY, Defendant(s) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to an Order Rescheduling Foreclosure Sale filed October 24, 2023 and entered in Case No. 2022 30680 CICI, of the Circuit Court of the 7th Judicial Circuit in and for VOLUSIA County, Florida, wherein COLONIAL SAVINGS, F.A. is Plaintiff and KYLE ROBERTSON; UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF KYLE ROBERTSON; UNKNOWN PERSON(S) IN POSSESSION OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY; are defendants. LAURA E. ROTH, the Clerk of the Circuit Court, will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash BY ELECTRONIC SALE AT: WWW.VOLUSIA.REALFORECLOSE. COM at 11:00 A.M., on January 5, 2024, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: LOT 64, LONE OAK - UNIT II, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 41,

PAGE(S) 196, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens must file a claim before the Clerk reports the surplus as unclaimed. This notice is provided pursuant to Administrative Order No.2.065. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to provisions of certain assistance. Please contact the Court Administrator at Suite 300, Courthouse Annex, 125 E. Orange Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32114; call (386)257-6096 within two (2) working days of your receipt of this notice or pleading; if you are hearing impaired, call 1-800-955-8771 (TDD); THIS IS NOT A COURT INFORMATION LINE; if you are voice impaired, call 1-800995-8770 (V) (Via Florida Relay Services). Dated this 5th day of December 2023. Marc Granger, Esq. Bar. No.: 146870 Kahane & Associates, P.A. 1619 NW 136th Avenue, Suite D-220 Sunrise, Florida 33323 Telephone: (954) 382-3486 Telefacsimile: (954) 382-5380 Designated service email: notice@kahaneandassociates.com File No.: 22-00142 COL 23-00364I December 14, 21, 2023

FIRST INSERTION RE-NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL DIVISION CASE NO. 2013-12134-CIDL JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, vs. RUBEN ESCOBAR; THE UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF RUBEN ESCOBAR; ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, UNDER AND AGAINST THE HEREIN NAMED INDIVIDUAL DEFENDANT(S) WHO ARE NOT KNOWN TO BE DEAD OR ALIVE, WHETHER SAID UNKNOWN PARTIES MAY CLAIM AN INTEREST AS SPOUSES, HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, OR OTHER CLAIMANTS; UNKNOWN PARTY #1, UNKNOWN PARTY #2, UNKNOWN PARTY #3, AND UNKNOWN PARTY #4, THE NAMES BEING FICTITIOUS TO ACCOUNT FOR PARTIES IN POSSESSION, Defendant(s) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to an Amended Order rescheduling Foreclosure Sale December 4, 2023 and entered in Case No. 2013-12134-CIDL, of the Circuit Court of the 7th Judicial Circuit in and for VOLUSIA County, Florida, wherein JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION is Plaintiff and RUBEN ESCOBAR; THE UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF RUBEN ESCOBAR; ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, UNDER AND AGAINST THE HEREIN NAMED INDIVIDUAL DEFENDANT(S) WHO ARE NOT KNOWN TO BE DEAD OR ALIVE, WHETHER SAID UNKNOWN PARTIES MAY CLAIM AN INTEREST AS SPOUSES, HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, OR OTHER CLAIMANTS; UNKNOWN PARTY #1, UNKNOWN PARTY #2, UNKNOWN PARTY #3, AND UNKNOWN PARTY #4, THE NAMES BEING FICTITIOUS TO ACCOUNT FOR PARTIES IN POSSESSION; are defendants. LAURA

E. ROTH, the Clerk of the Circuit Court, will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash BY ELECTRONIC SALE AT: WWW. VOLUSIA.REALFORECLOSE.COM at 11:00 A.M., on January 9, 2024, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: LOT 17, BLOCK 971, DELTONA LAKES UNIT THIRTY-EIGHT, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 27, PAGES 202 THROUGH 208, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. A/K/A 1303 COMERWOOD DRIVE, DELTONA, FL 32738-9734 Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens must file a claim before the Clerk reports the surplus as unclaimed. This notice is provided pursuant to Administrative Order No.2.065. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to provisions of certain assistance. Please contact the Court Administrator at Suite 300, Courthouse Annex, 125 E. Orange Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32114; call (386)2576096 within two (2) working days of your receipt of this notice or pleading; if you are hearing impaired, call 1-800-955-8771 (TDD); THIS IS NOT A COURT INFORMATION LINE; if you are voice impaired, call 1-800-995-8770 (V) (Via Florida Relay Services). Dated this 7th day of December 2023. Marc Granger, Esq. Bar. No.: 146870 Kahane & Associates, P.A. 1619 NW 136th Avenue, Suite D-220 Sunrise, Florida 33323 Telephone: (954) 382-3486 Telefacsimile: (954) 382-5380 Designated service email: notice@kahaneandassociates.com File No.: 18-01378 CMS December 14, 21, 2023 23-00366I

FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF FLORIDA IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 2022 11317 CIDL ALLIED FIRST BANK, SB DBA SERVBANK, Plaintiff, vs. DAVIS R. JOHNSON JR., et al., Defendant. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Summary Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered August 10, 2023 in Civil Case No. 2022 11317 CIDL of the Circuit Court of the SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT in and for Volusia County, Deland, Florida, wherein ALLIED FIRST BANK, SB DBA SERVBANK is Plaintiff and Davis R. Johnson Jr., et al., are Defendants, the Clerk of Court, LAURA E. ROTH, ESQ., will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash electronically at www.volusia.realforeclose.com in accordance with Chapter 45, Florida Statutes on the 4th day of January, 2024 at 11:00 AM on the following described property as set forth in said Summary Final Judgment, to-wit: The South 135 feet of the East 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 7, Township 17 South, Range 30 East, Volusia County, Florida. Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens, must file a claim before the clerk reports the surplus as unclaimed. If you are a person with a disability who needs an accommodation in order to access court facilities or participate in a court proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. To request such an accommodation, please contact Court Administration in advance of the date the service is needed: Court Administration, 125 E. Orange Ave., Ste. 300, Daytona Beach, FL 32114; (386) 257-6096. Hearing or voice impaired, please call 1 (800) 955-8770. By: /s/Robyn Katz Robyn Katz, Esq. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 225 East Robinson Street, Suite 155 Orlando, FL 32801 Phone: (407) 674-1850 Fax: (321) 248-0420 Email: MRService@mccalla.com Fla. Bar No.: 146803 23-07703FL December 14, 21, 2023 23-00365I

FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE KDS DIVERSIFIED SERVICES INC gives notice that on 01/08/2024 at 09:00 AM the following vehicles(s) may be sold by public sale at 2575 CAMELIA ROAD DELAND, FL 32724 to satisfy the lien for the amount owed on each vehicle for any recovery, towing, or storage services charges and administrative fees allowed pursuant to Florida statute 713.78. 1FTCR14X4VPA25417 1997 FORD 2GNALAEK7F1141437 2015 CHEV 5XYKU3A63CG301216 2012 KIA December 14, 2023

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FIRST INSERTION Notice Under Fictitious Name Law According to Florida Statute Number 865.09 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the Fictitious Name of Cleaning for a Cause located at 39 Tomoka Meadows Blvd, in the City of Ormond Beach, Volusia County, FL 32174 intends to register the said name with the Division of Corporations of the Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida. Dated this 6th day of December, 2023 Karlee Croasmun December 14, 2023 23-00179V

FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF FLORIDA IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 2022 11006 CIDL PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. MICHAEL BOWMAN, et al., Defendant. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Summary Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered September 19, 2023 in Civil Case No. 2022 11006 CIDL of the Circuit Court of the SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT in and for Volusia County, Deland, Florida, wherein PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC is Plaintiff and MICHAEL BOWMAN, et al., are Defendants, the Clerk of Court, LAURA E. ROTH, ESQ., will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash electronically at www.volusia.realforeclose.com in accordance with Chapter 45, Florida Statutes on the 9th day of January, 2024 at 11:00 AM on the following described property as set forth in said Summary Final Judgment, to-wit: Lot 17, Block 1048, Deltona Lakes Unit Forty, according to the map or plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 27, Pages 224 through 240, inclusive, of the Public Records of Volusia County, Florida. Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens, must file a claim before the clerk reports the surplus as unclaimed. If you are a person with a disability who needs an accommodation in order to access court facilities or participate in a court proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. To request such an accommodation, please contact Court Administration in advance of the date the service is needed: Court Administration, 125 E. Orange Ave., Ste. 300, Daytona Beach, FL 32114; (386) 257-6096. Hearing or voice impaired, please call 1 (800) 955-8770. By: /s/Robyn Katz Robyn Katz, Esq. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 225 East Robinson Street, Suite 155 Orlando, FL 32801 Phone: (407) 674-1850 Fax: (321) 248-0420 Email: MRService@mccalla.com Fla. Bar No.: 146803 23-08103FL December 14, 21, 2023 23-00369I

FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 201912208CIDL AMERIHOME MORTGAGE COMPANY, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. JOSE ANTONIO CARABALLO A/K/A JOSE CARABALLO, et al. Defendant(s). NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated January 18, 2022, and entered in 201912208CIDL of the Circuit Court of the SEVENTH Judicial Circuit in and for Volusia County, Florida, wherein AMERIHOME MORTGAGE COMPANY, LLC is the Plaintiff and JOSE ANTONIO CARABALLO A/K/A JOSE CARABALLO; UNKNOWN PARTY #1 N/K/A YOLANDA CARABALLO are the Defendant(s). Laura E. Roth as the Clerk of the Circuit Court will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at www.volusia.realforeclose.com, at 11:00 AM, on January 04, 2024, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: LOT 8, BLOCK 542, DELTONA LAKES UNIT SEVENTEEN, ACCORDING OT THE PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 25, PAGES 241 THROUGH 244 PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. Property Address: 1047 SANTA CLARA DR, DELTONA, FL 32738 Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens must file a claim in accordance with Florida Statutes, Section 45.031. IMPORTANT AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT. If you are a person with a disability who needs an accommodation in order to access court facilities or participate in a court proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. To request such an accommodation, please contact Court Administration in advance of the date the service is needed: Court Administration, 101 N. Alabama Ave., Ste D-305, Deland, FL 32724, (386) 257-6096. Hearing or voice impaired, please call 711. Dated this 7 day of December, 2023. ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC Attorney for Plaintiff 6409 Congress Ave., Suite 100 Boca Raton, FL 33487 Telephone: 561-241-6901 Facsimile: 561-997-6909 Service Email: flmail@raslg.com By: \S\Danielle Salem Danielle Salem, Esquire Florida Bar No. 0058248 Communication Email: dsalem@raslg.com 20-054594 - MiM 23-00368I December 14, 21, 2023

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NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 2022 30556 CICI SELECT PORTFOLIO SERVICING, INC., Plaintiff, vs. AZIZ AHMAD, ZAHIDA AZIZ AHMAD AND MOHAMMAD DIN, et al. Defendant(s). NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated August 28, 2023, and entered in 2022 30556 CICI of the Circuit Court of the SEVENTH Judicial Circuit in and for Volusia County, Florida, wherein SELECT PORTFOLIO SERVICING, INC. is the Plaintiff and AZIZ AHMAD; MOHAMMAD DIN; ZAHIDA AZIZ AHMAD; UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF MOHAMMAD DIN N/K/A YASMIN DIN; TOWN PARK HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. are the Defendant(s). Laura E. Roth as the Clerk of the Circuit Court will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at www.volusia.realforeclose.com, at 11:00 AM, on December 29, 2023, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: LOT 255, TOWN PARK P.U.D.- PHASE 3, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 49, PAGES 151 THOUGH 153, INCLUSIVE, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA Property Address: 4257 MAYFAIR LN, PORT ORANGE, FL 32129 Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens must file a claim in accordance with Florida Statutes, Section 45.031. IMPORTANT AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT. If you are a person with a disability who needs an accommodation in order to access court facilities or participate in a court proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. To request such an accommodation, please contact Court Administration in advance of the date the service is needed: Court Administration, 101 N. Alabama Ave., Ste D-305, Deland, FL 32724, (386) 257-6096. Hearing or voice impaired, please call 711. Dated this 30 day of November, 2023. ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC Attorney for Plaintiff 6409 Congress Ave., Suite 100 Boca Raton, FL 33487 Telephone: 561-241-6901 Facsimile: 561-997-6909 Service Email: flmail@raslg.com By: \S\Danielle Salem Danielle Salem, Esquire Florida Bar No. 0058248 Communication Email: dsalem@raslg.com 22-016571 - EuE December 7, 14, 2023 23-00357I

SECOND INSERTION NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL DIVISION: CASE NO.: 2023 11663 CIDL U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, vs. MARGARET A. MOODY; UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF MARGARET A. MOODY; UNKNOWN TENANT IN POSSESSION OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY, Defendants. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to an Order or Final Judgment entered in the above styled cause now pending in said court and as required by Florida Statute 45.031(2), LAURA E. ROTH as the Clerk of the Circuit Court shall sell to the highest and best bidder for cash electronically at www.volusia.realforeclose.com at 11:00 AM on the 23 day of January, 2024, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: LOT 46, BLOCK 12, DELTONA LAKES UNIT ONE, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 25, PAGES 96 THROUGH 100, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1424 HARTLEY AVE, DELTONA, FL 32725 IF YOU ARE A PERSON CLAIMING A RIGHT TO FUNDS REMAINING AFTER THE SALE, YOU MUST FILE A CLAIM WITH THE CLERK NO LATER THAN THE DATE THAT THE CLERK REPORTS THE FUNDS AS UNCLAIMED. IF YOU FAIL TO FILE A CLAIM, YOU WILL NOT BE ENTITLED TO ANY REMAINING FUNDS. AFTER THE FUNDS ARE REPORTED AS UNCLAIMED, ONLY THE OWNER OF RECORD AS OF THE DATE OF THE LIS PENDENS MAY CLAIM THE SURPLUS. If you are a person with a disability who needs an accommodation in order to access court facilities or participate in a court proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. To request such an accommodation, please contact Court Administration in advance of the date the service is needed: Court Administration 125 E. Orange Ave., Ste. 300 Daytona Beach, FL 32114 (386) 257-6096 Hearing or voice impaired, please call 711. Dated this 30 day of November 2023. By: /s/ Pratik Patel Pratik Patel, Esq. Bar Number: 98057 Submitted by: De Cubas & Lewis, P.A. PO Box 5026 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33310 Telephone: (954) 453-0365 Facsimile: (954) 771-6052 Toll Free: 1-800-441-2438 DESIGNATED PRIMARY E-MAIL FOR SERVICE PURSUANT TO FLA. R. JUD. ADMIN 2.516 eservice@decubaslewis.com 23-00947 December 7, 14, 2023 23-00358I

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION Case No. 2023 10150 CIDL Mortgage Lenders Investment Trading Corporation formerly known as R P Funding, Inc., Plaintiff, vs. William C. McBride, III a/k/a William C. McBride, et al., Defendants. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to the Final Judgment and/or Order Rescheduling Foreclosure Sale, entered in Case No. 2023 10150 CIDL of the Circuit Court of the SEVENTH Judicial Circuit, in and for Volusia County, Florida, wherein Mortgage Lenders Investment Trading Corporation formerly known as R P Funding, Inc. is the Plaintiff and William C. McBride, III a/k/a William C. McBride; Lisa Lynn McBride a/k/a Lisa L. McBride; T & T Builders of Volusia County, Inc. are the Defendants, that Laura Roth, Volusia County Clerk of Court will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at, www.volusia.realforeclose. com, beginning at 11:00AM on the 30th day of January, 2024, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: LOT(S) 5927, 5928 AND 5929, BLOCK 196, FLORIDA SHORES UNIT NO. 6, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 23, PAGE(S) 109, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens must file a claim before the clerk reports the surplus as unclaimed. REQUESTS FOR ACCOMODATIONS BY PERSONS WITH DISABILTIES If you are a person with a disability who needs

an accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at not cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Court Administration, 101 N. Alabama Ave., Ste. D-305, DeLand, FL 32724, (386) 257-6096, at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the appearance is less than 7 days;if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. THESE ARE NOT COURT INFORMATION NUMBERS SOLICITUD DE ADAPTACIONES PARA PERSONAS CON DISCAPACIDADES Si usted es una persona con discapacidad que necesita una adaptación para poder participar en este procedimiento, usted tiene el derecho a que se le proporcione cierta asistencia, sinincurrir en gastos. Comuníquese con la Oficina de Administración Judicial (Court Administración), 101 N. Alabama Ave., Ste. D-305, DeLand, FL 32724, (386) 257-6096, con no menos de 7 días de antelación de su cita de comparecencia ante el juez, o de inmediato al recibir esta notificación si la cita de comparecencia está dentro de un plazo menos de 7 días; si usted tiene una discapacidad del habla o del oído, llame al 711. ESTOS NUMEROS TELEFONICOS NO SON PARA OBTENER INFORMACION JUDICIAL Dated this 1st day of December, 2023. BROCK & SCOTT, PLLC Attorney for Plaintiff 2001 NW 64th St, Suite 130 Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309 Phone: (954) 618-6955, ext. 4766 Fax: (954) 618-6954 FLCourtDocs@brockandscott.com By /s/Justin J. Kelley Justin J. Kelley, Esq. Florida Bar No. 32106 File # 22-F00303 December 7, 14, 2023 23-00360I

FIFTH INSERTION NOTICE BY FLAGLER COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF INTENT TO USE THE UNIFORM AD VALOREM METHOD OF COLLECTION OF A NON-AD VALOREM ASSESSMENT Notice is hereby given to all owners of lands located within the boundaries of the Dunes CDD Stormwater Drainage District that Flagler County intends to use the uniform ad valorem method for collecting the non-ad valorem assessments levied by Flagler County as set forth in Section 197.3632, F.S., and that the Flagler County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on December 18, 2023, at 5:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as possible, at the Flagler County Government Services Building – Board Chambers, 1769 E. Moody Blvd., Bldg. 2, 1st Floor, Bunnell, FL 32110. The purpose of the public hearing is to consider the adoption of a Resolution authorizing the Flagler County Board of County Commisioners to use the uniform ad valorem method of collecting non-ad valorem assessments levied by the Flagler County Board of County Commissioners as provided in Section 197.3632, F.S. The Flagler County Board of County Commissioners is considering adopting a non-ad valorem assessment for 2024-2025 fiscal year, and continuing from year to year thereafter, for the the collection and conveyance of stormwater and the maintenance of stormwater drainage facilities within the Dunes CDD Stormwater Drainage District within unincorporated Flagler County, which is bounded on the north by 16th Road, bounded on the east by Hammock Dunes Parkway, bounded on the south by Jungle Hut Road, and bounded on the west by State Road A1A. This non-ad valorem assessment is being levied for the first time. Interested parties may appear at the public hearing to be heard regarding the use of the uniform ad valorem method of collecting such non-ad valorem assessments. If any person decides to appeal any decision made with respect to any matter considered at this public hearing such person will need a record of proceedings and for such purpose such person may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made at their own expense and which record includes the testimony and evidence on which the appeal is based. November 23, 30, December 7, 14 23-00304F

FIFTH INSERTION NOTICE BY FLAGLER COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF INTENT TO USE THE UNIFORM AD VALOREM METHOD OF COLLECTION OF A NON-AD VALOREM ASSESSMENT WITHIN UNINCORPORATED FLAGLER COUNTY FOR NUISANCE ABATEMENT Notice is hereby given to all owners of lands located within unincorporated Flagler County that Flagler County intends to use the uniform ad valorem method for collecting the non-ad valorem assessments levied by Flagler County as set forth in Section 197.3632, F.S., and that the Flagler County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on December 18, 2023, at 5:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as possible, at the Flagler County Government Services Building – Board Chambers, 1769 E. Moody Blvd., Bldg. 2, 1st Floor, Bunnell, FL 32110. The purpose of the public hearing is to consider the adoption of a Resolution authorizing the Flagler County Board of County Commisioners to use the uniform ad valorem method of collecting non-ad valorem assessments levied by the Flagler County Board of County Commissioners as provided in Section 197.3632, F.S. The Flagler County Board of County Commissioners is considering adopting a non-ad valorem assessment for 2024-2025 fiscal year, and continuing from year to year thereafter, for the abatement of nuisance properties within unincorporated Flagler County. This non-ad valorem assessment is being levied for the first time. Interested parties may appear at the public hearing to be heard regarding the use of the uniform ad valorem method of collecting such non-ad valorem assessments. If any person decides to appeal any decision made with respect to any matter considered at this public hearing such person will need a record of proceedings and for such purpose such person may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made at their own expense and which record includes the testimony and evidence on which the appeal is based. November 23, 30, December 7, 14

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FIRST INSERTION NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2023-12779-PRDL Division Probate IN RE: ESTATE OF THOMAS RAY BROCK, SR. Deceased. The administration of the estate of Thomas Ray Brock, deceased, whose date of death was August 4, 2023, is pending in the Circuit Court for Volusia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 101 N. Alabama Ave., Deland, FL 32724. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is December 14, 2023. Personal Representative: Steven Anthony Broughton 747 Wright Grove Road Frankfort, KY 40601 Attorney for Personal Representative: /s/ Cynthia E. McGee Cynthia E. McGee, Esq. Email Addresses: cindi@cmcgeelaw.com cynthia.e.mcgee@gmail.com Florida Bar No. 0112083 238 N. Westmonte Drive, Suite 200 Altamonte Springs, FL 32714 Telephone: 407-234-0695 23-00362I December 14, 21, 2023

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SECOND INSERTION NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Notice is hereby given that on 12/26/2023 11:00 AM, the following Personal Property will be sold at public auction pursuant to F.S.715.109: 1989 PARK VIN# CLFL90948A & CLFL90948B Last Known Tenants: Amanda Uliasz Sale to be held at: Bedrock Eldorado Estates LLC2320 Eslinger Road New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168 (Volusia County) (386) 427-8466 December 7, 14, 2023

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2023 12786 PRDL Division 10 IN RE: ESTATE OF JUDITH ANN DAUGHERTY, aka JUDITH DAUGHERTY Deceased. The administration of the estate of Judith Ann Daugherty, also known as Judith Daugherty, deceased, whose date of death was October 3, 2023, is pending in the Circuit Court for Volusia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is Post Office Box 6043, DeLand, FL 32721. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is December 7, 2023. Personal Representative: Michael Scott Daugherty c/o Legacy Law Associates, P.L. 313 S. Palmetto Ave. Daytona Beach, FL 32114 Attorney for Personal Representative: Edward A. Dimayuga, Attorney Florida Bar Number: 50634 Legacy Law Associates, P.L. 313 S. Palmetto Ave. Daytona Beach, FL 32114 Telephone: (386) 252-2531 Fax: (386) 258-0392 E-Mail: ed@legacylaw313.com Secondary E-Mail: paralegal@legacylaw313.com December 7, 14, 2023 23-00354I

NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2023-10918-PRDL IN RE: ESTATE OF CHARLENE A. KELLNER, Deceased. The administration of the estate of Charlene A. Kellner, deceased, whose date of death was December 15, 2020, is pending in the Circuit Court for Volusia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is Volusia County Courthouse, 101 N. Alabama Ave., DeLand, FL 32724. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is 12/07/2023. Personal Representative: Drew Daddono 1227 North Franklin Street Tampa, Florida 33602 Attorney for Personal Representative: Drew Daddono, Esq. Attorney Florida Bar Number: 111946 1227 North Franklin Street Tampa, FL 33602 (813) 444-2573 contact@anchortrustmanagement.com drew@ anchortrustmanagement.com December 7, 14, 2023 23-00353I

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF FLORIDA IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 2022 11756 CIDL LOANDEPOT.COM, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. JOSE BADILLO-MUNOZ A/K/A JOSE BADILLO MUNOZ A/K/A JOSE L. BADILLO MUNOZ, et al., Defendant. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Summary Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in Civil Case No. 2022 11756 CIDL of the Circuit Court of the SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT in and for Volusia County, Deland, Florida, wherein LOANDEPOT.COM, LLC is Plaintiff and Jose Badillo-Munoz a/k/a Jose Badillo Munoz a/k/a Jose L. Badillo Munoz, et al., are Defendants, the Clerk of Court, LAURA E. ROTH, ESQ., will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash electronically at www. volusia.realforeclose.com in accordance with Chapter 45, Florida Statutes on the 2nd day of January, 2024 at 11:00 AM on the following described property as set forth in said Summary Final Judgment, to-wit: Lot 95, Alexandria Pointe, according to the plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 52, Pages 37-40, inclusive, of the Public Records of Volusia County, Florida. Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens, must file a claim before the clerk reports the surplus as unclaimed. If you are a person with a disability who needs an accommodation in order to access court facilities or participate in a court proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. To request such an accommodation, please contact Court Administration in advance of the date the service is needed: Court Administration, 125 E. Orange Ave., Ste. 300, Daytona Beach, FL 32114; (386) 257-6096. Hearing or voice impaired, please call 1 (800) 955-8770. By: /s/Robyn Katz Robyn Katz, Esq. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC Attorney for Plaintiff 225 East Robinson Street, Suite 155 Orlando, FL 32801 Phone: (407) 674-1850 Fax: (321) 248-0420 Email: MRService@mccalla.com Fla. Bar No.: 146803 22-01690FL December 7, 14, 2023 23-00361I

NOTICE OF ACTION IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF FLORIDA IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 2023 32346 CICI SPECIALIZED LOAN SERVICING LLC, Plaintiff, vs. MARISSA JOANN WAGNER, et al., Defendant. To: ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, UNDER, AND AGAINST THE ESTATE OF PAMELA WAGNER A/K/A PAMELA CLAIR WAGNER A/K/A PAMELA CLAIRE WAGNER, WHETHER SAID UNKNOWN PARTIES MAY CLAIM AN INTEREST AS SPOUSES, HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, OR OTHER CLAIMANTS ADDRESS: UNKNOWN MARISSA JOANN WAGNER 411 14TH STREET, APT M6, RAMONA, CA 92065 UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF MARISSA JOANN WAGNER 411 14TH STREET, APT M6, RAMONA, CA 92065 LAST KNOWN ADDRESS STATED, CURRENT RESIDENCE UNKNOWN YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that an action to foreclose Mortgage covering the following real and personal property described as follows, to-wit: LOT 25, BLOCK 23, RIO VISTA, SECTION A, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLOT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 6, PAGE 25, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. has been filed against you and you are required to file a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Sara Collins, Esq, McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, 225 East Robinson Street, Suite 155, Orlando, FL 32801 and file the original with the Clerk of the above- styled Court on or before JAN 12 2024 or 30 days from the first publication, otherwise a Judgment may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. WITNESS my hand and seal of said Court on the 28 day of November, 2023. LAURA E ROTH CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT (SEAL) BY: /s/ Jennifer M. Hamilton Deputy Clerk MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC 225 East Robinson Street, Suite 155 Orlando, FL 32801 Phone: (407) 674-1850 Fax: (321) 248-0420 Email: AccountsPayable@mccalla.com 23-06900FL 23-00359I December 7, 14, 2023

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. CASE No. 2019 10542 CIDL BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., PLAINTIFF, VS. DIANE BASS, ET AL. DEFENDANT(S). NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to the Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated September 26, 2023 in the above action, the Volusia County Clerk of Court will sell to the highest bidder for cash at Volusia, Florida, on January 9, 2024, at 11:00 AM, at www.volusia.realforeclose.com for the following described property: Lot 16, Block 280, Deltona Lakes Unit Seven, according to the plat thereof, recorded in Map Book 25, Page 149 through 162, inclusive, of the Public Records of Volusia County, Florida Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens must file a claim before the clerk reports the surplus as unclaimed. The Court, in its discretion, may enlarge the time of the sale. Notice of the changed time of sale shall be published as provided herein. If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Court Administration at 386-257-6096 , 101 N Alabama Ave., Ste D-305, DeLand, FL 32724 at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. Tromberg, Morris & Poulin, PLLC Attorney for Plaintiff 1515 South Federal Highway, Suite 100 Boca Raton, FL 33486 Telephone #: 561-338-4101 Fax #: 561-338-4077 Email: eservice@tmppllc.com By: /s/ Stephen Weinstein, Esq. FBN: 740896 OUR CASE #: 19-000697/2019 10542 CIDL/SHELLPOINT December 7, 14, 2023 23-00356I

NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No.2023 13432 PRDL IN RE: ESTATE OF PATRICIA A YOUNG, Deceased. The administration of the estate of PATRICIA A YOUNG, Deceased, whose date of death was July 1, 2023, is pending in the Circuit Court for VOLUSIA County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 101 N Alabama Ave. Suite #C335, DeLand, Fl. 32724. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is December 7, 2023. JULIA WILLIAMSON, Personal Representative Attorney for Personal Representative: Scott R. Bugay, Esquire Florida Bar No. 5207 Citicentre, Suite P600 290 NW 165TH Street Miami FL 33169 Telephone: (305) 956-9040 Fax: (305) 945-2905 Primary Email: Scott@srblawyers.com Secondary Email: angelica@srblawyers.com December 7, 14, 2023 23-00355I

SECOND INSERTION NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Notice is hereby given that on 12/29/2023 at 10:30 am, the following mobile home will be sold at public auction pursuant to F.S. 715.109. 1973 CHMP HS 0439683881D . Last Tenants: JERRY GOOD, ROBERTA GOOD AND FRED W GOOD and all unknown parties beneficiaries heirs . Sale to be at MHC CARRIAGE COVE LLC, 5 CARRIAGE COVE WAY, DAYTONA BEACH, FL 32119. 813-282-5925. December 7, 14, 2023

SECOND INSERTION NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Notice is hereby given that on 12/22/2023 at 10:30 am, the following mobile home will be sold at public auction pursuant to F.S. 715.109. 1985 PALM HS PH062765FL . Last Tenants: LAWRENCE J TOTH and all unknown parties beneficiaries heirs . Sale to be at BEL-AIRE INVESTMENTS INC DBA EASTERN SHORES MOBILE VILLAGE, 10 CAMINO REAL DRIVE, EDGEWATER, FL 32132. 813-241-8269. December 7, 14, 2023

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SECOND INSERTION NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Notice is hereby given that on 12/29/2023 at 10:30 am, the following mobile home will be sold at public auction pursuant to F.S. 715.109. 1974 GREE HS 21621009AH & 21621009BH . Last Tenants: MARLENE B ALFONSO AND PABLO MANUEL GONZALEZ and all unknown parties beneficiaries heirs . Sale to be at MHC CARRIAGE COVE LLC, 5 CARRIAGE COVE WAY, DAYTONA BEACH, FL 32119. 813-282-5925. December 7, 14, 2023

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