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VOLUME 14, NO. 52

THURSDAY, JANUARY 25, 2024

It’s final: School Board fires attorney Despite dispute over just cause, Kristy Gavin, who had represented Flagler Schools since 2006, is out. PAGE 5A

Return to the stage

All in the family

Chloe Long joins her brother as Leaders 4 Life Fellowship winners. PAGE 7A

After fire, Flagler Playhouse is back with ‘The Great American Trailer Park Musical’ PAGE 2A INSIDE OPEN FOR BUSINESS How to lure businesses to Flagler County?

Commissioners consider economic development incentives.

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BEACH BUDGET

To meet deadline for federal beach renourishment project, Flagler County may pull $16 million from reserves.

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JOBS, JOBS, JOBS

Flagler County finishes 2023 holiday season with unemployment rate at 3.7%.

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FOCUSED ON KIDS

Flagler School Board hopes latest tweaks to Bunnell’s Carver Center agreement will satisfy community members.

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CONDOS FOR CARS

Luxury car condo planned for 36 acres in west Palm Coast.

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EATERY EXPANDS

Chloe Long (second from right) with her brother, Dylan; mom, Amy; and sister, Brianna. Photo by Brent Woronoff

Far East Asian Market expands with new restaurant, Far East Fusion, in Palm Coast.

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Marching for a cause

MILESTONE YEAR

Flagler Beach Democratic Club organizes to promote women’s rights.

Garden Club at Palm Coast plants tree for Federation of Garden Clubs’s 100th anniversary.

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Jefferson lift Matanzas CROSSTOWN SHOWDOWN Davis, over FPC. PAGE 4B

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Micah McGuire (4), Henry Robinson Jr. (5), Malik Murray (0), Alex Davis and Rock Jefferson (1) celebrate Matanzas’ victory over Flagler Palm Coast. Photo by Brent Woronoff

INDEX

Business....................PAGE 10A Calendar..................... PAGE 2B Comics ........................PAGE 7B Cops Corner............... PAGE 6A McMillan....................PAGE 12A Public Notices...........PAGE 10B Sports......................... PAGE 3B Real Estate................PAGE 13A Veterans....................PAGE 12A

SPORTS

Women holding pro-choice and women’s rights sign march across the S.R. 100 bridge.

Photo by Sierra Williams

Big flex

Namesake

Matanzas wrestlers win six titles at Lady Pirate Classic on Jan. 18.

FPC’s girls basketball players visit Atlantic High School gym, named for their coach.

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CITY WATCH

SIERRA WILLIAMS STAFF WRITER

State of the City address set for Feb. 1

Palm Coast will be hosting its 2024 State of the City address at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 1.

The event will be held at the Palm Coast Community Center, at 305 Palm Coast Parkway. Mayor David Alfin will deliver the “State of the City” address, reflecting on the milestones and accomplishments that have shaped Palm Coast’s growth and development, a Palm Coast press release said.

The event is free. Residents can register to attend at https://bit.ly/47Sw9iW

Tunnel to Towers 5K returns Feb. 3

Palm Coast will host its third annual Tunnel to Towers 5K Run/Walk at 8 a.m. Feb. 3 at Central Park in Town Center.

Palm Coast’s previous two Tunnel to Towers events raised nearly $30,000 for Tunnel to Towers Foundation.

All money raised at the 5Ks goes to the foundation, which supports the families of fallen veterans and first responders. Those interested in participating can register online or in person on Feb. 3.

Luxury car condo planned on 36 acres The Palm Coast Planning Board has approved a site plan for a luxury car storage facility.

The Planning Board approved a site plan application for the unique facility in a 5-0 vote at its Jan. 17 meeting. The lot itself is almost 36 acres, located at 11 Hargrove Lane just northwest of the U.S. 1 and Palm Coast Parkway intersection.

Alliant Engineering engineer Curt Wimpee — representing JB Gelman Companies LLC, the land owner — said car condos are a new concept that is catching on quickly.

“As you can imagine, if you’re a car enthusiast in Palm Coast ... it’s very difficult to have anything in the driveway besides your normal car,” Wimpee said. “So to have a facility like this is going to be very attractive for a lot of people.”

The design includes 220,000 square feet of building area, split into two construction phases. The first phase will build 15 buildings — seven flex-warehouse buildings, one club house and seven car condo buildings.

A car condo is typically a warehouse-style building designed to store and showcase luxury cars, RVs, boats or even motorcycles. The car condos will even have the clubhouse for owners to enjoy and a car wash station to use.

“It becomes kind of a community,” Wimpee said. “A lot of people in there will hang out on the weekend, during times might have little events and walk around, see each other’s cars and stuff like that.”

The land will be gated, he said, and thus not open to the public. Wimpee

said while the space in the units will not allow for a full kitchen or sleeping on site, the units will be designed for lounging with friends.

“Man-cave comes to mind, immediately,” Planning Board Vice Chair Sandra Shank said.

The seven warehouse buildings will primarily be a flex-space with large garage doors and loading spaces in the rear, accessible by a service road. The front of the buildings will have parking and, inside, a small office and reception area.

“It’s for like air conditioning contractors, plumbing contractors,” senior planner Bill Hoover said.

Because of the large garage doors and space behind the office, the business owners will be able to store their own machinery and materials, Hoover said.

Some of the car condo units — the site plan drawings display around 50 individual condo units — will have a mezzanine on the second floor, Hoover said.

The units will have room for two vehicles in the front and the lounge area in the back.

Wimpee said that customers would be able to customize and decorate their units. The units will be roughly 25 feet wide and 50 feet deep.

“It’s really their options what they do with the space,” he said.

Wimpee said that even though car condos are relatively new to the market, JB Gelman Companies owner and founder has a lot of experience with a variety of different businesses and has done a lot of market research.

“He’s done everything from high

BY THE NUMBERS

36.29

acres make up the proposed Hargrove Car Club.

200,000

square feet will be built in Phase 1 of the development.

20,000

square feet will be built in Phase 2. A possible additional two buildings would be built at that stage.

15

buildings designed for the space so far, consisting of seven warehouse building, one club house and seven car condo buildings.

50

car condo units planned in the site plan, according to the application designs.

rises to multifamily projects to single family to just across the board development,” Wimpee said. “He knows what he’s doing. He’s been doing it for a long time.”

A rendering of the Hargrove Car Club, a set of flexible warehouse spaces and car condos proposed for 33 acres on Hargrove Lane. Image from city documents

Palm Coast to discuss water utility hike Palm Coast will be discussing increasing the water and wastewater utility rates at two upcoming city meetings.

A rate study conducted by the city showed the existing rates would not be enough to cover “forthcoming operating expenditures, capital funding requirements, debt service payments and bond coverage requirements,” a city press release said. The City Council will meet at 9 a.m. Feb. 20 and 6 p.m. March 5 to discuss adopting an increase to water and sewer rates, fees and charges.

The meeting will be held in City Hall, 160 Lake Ave., in the Council Chambers.

The press release was sent out in accordance with Florida Statute 180.136 which requires the city to provide public notice when considering such an ordinance.

If no action is taken, city reserves are “projected to be less than the required minimum by 2025 and exhausted by 2027.” the press release said.

The council previously discussed the issue in November and will review two rate options. Option 1 proposes a 12.5% increase, effective Oct. 1. Option 2 proposes two 6% increases, one effective April 1 and the other following on Oct. 1.

Both options will also include a Lifeline Tier, which will lower the cost for those homes that use 0 to 2,000 gallons a month. In both options, impact fees for water and sewer will increase by 50% over the next four years.

The city encourages residents to participate in the dialogue as it takes steps to safeguard infrastructure and meet demands of growth and remain fiscally responsible.

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Flagler Playhouse

Back on the stage With its building is still a shell from the October fire, the Flagler Playhouse is performing in Matanzas High School’s auditorium SIERRA WILLIAMS STAFF WRITER

The Flagler Playhouse is returning to the stage at a new location, with its first performance since the Playhouse building burned down in late October.

“The Great American Trailer Park Musical” will be performed in four shows at Matanzas High School auditorium from Jan. 25 through Jan. 27. Flagler Playhouse President Jerri Berry said everyone is grateful to Flagler Schools and Matanzas High School for the use of the school’s auditorium.

“It’s been a blessing,” Berry said.

“It’s not been easy, of course. ...

However, we have a place to go do what we want, and it’s a beautiful theater. It really is.”

On Oct. 29, a fire tore through the Flagler Playhouse main building, destroying the theater, in downtown Bunnell. It took firefighters six hours to put out the flames.

Berry said some of the Playhouse’s damaged areas are being cleaned out.

The cleaning should be complete by early February, she said, and the next

THE CAST AND CREW CAST Michele O’Neil as “Betty” Kianna Longhway as “Pickles” Cynthia Geiges as “Lin” Terri Williams as “Jeannie” Shawn Moksnes as “Norbert” Raquel Schenone as “Pippi” Marcus Roberts as “Duke” CREW Director: Bob Pritchard Stage Manager: Laura Dormandy Music: Jens Oliva Choreography: Noel Bethea IN THE BAND Steve Barnes is on drums; Bran Stuart plays bass; Burt Keirstead is on guitar; Mario Saponaro is the pianist.

step will be demolition and planning the rebuild.

In the meantime, the show must go on.

This is director Bob Pritchard’s fifth time directing a play with the Playhouse. He said there was a transition period for everyone as they all settled into the Matanzas auditorium.

“But after we got into the show, started learning it, started having some fun. Now it’s OK,” he said.

“We’re just doing a show out here.

We’ll be back.”

The first performance of “The Great American Trailer Park Musical” is at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan 25. There will be two more 7:30 p.m.

Kianna Longhway, Cynthia Geiges and Michele O’Neil. Photos by Sierra Williams

shows on Friday, Jan. 26, and Saturday, Jan. 27, and a matinee showing at 2 p.m. on Saturday as well.

Berry said the transition to shorter show runs — going from 10 performances to four — as well as performing a show twice in a day for the first time are just some of the changes the Playhouse has had to make in the wake of the fire.

The Playhouse has also had to cut its planned showing of “Sister Act” because of a lack of availability during the timeframe of the licensing agreement. Berry said she hopes the Playhouse can run it the next season instead.

After “The Great American Trailer Park Musical,” “The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie” will run in March, and the Playhouse’s Penguin Project, which will be held at Bunnell Elementary School, will kick off in June.

Terri Williams plays Jeannie, an agoraphobe.

Marcus Roberts as Duke

Cynthia Geiges, Michele O’Neil and Kianna Longhway play Lin, Betty and Pickles, residents of Armadillo Acres.

“The Great American Trailer Park Musical” was inspired by a real north Florida trailer park. Pritchard said the play is centered on a married couple where the man has an affair.

Three characters — Betty, Pickles and Lin — act as a Greek chorus, spectating the main plot with the audience while telling bits of their own stories as the show goes on.

The play is a comedy, but, Pritchard said, it goes where a lot of plays don’t, and characters interact

with the audience. Pritchard said he first heard of the show a while back, but was not particularly interested in seeing it at first.

“Somebody dragged me to it, and within 15 minutes, I’m like going, ‘Everybody should see the show.’ [It] was just so much fun,” he said. “And I think the key here is that the characters interact and engage with the audience almost throughout.”

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Flagler makes plans to attract businesses $16 million from reserves?

The county could expedite permitting or reduce taxes or impact fees for businesses interested in moving to Flagler.

JONATHAN SIMMONS CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Should Flagler County try to entice businesses to move here by offering them expedited permitting and breaks on taxes and fees?

Commissioners considered such economic development incentive options during a Jan. 22 commission workshop, voicing support for many.

“I think every budget session, it weighs on our conscience, the fact that we rely on our residential and property tax base so heavily,” Commission Chairman Andy Dance said after thanking county staff members for their presentation on incentive options. “... I think this commission is dedicated to working to create options to bring in that option for increasing our commercial industrial tax base and taking the reliance off of the homeowners.”

Tourist Development Director Amy Lukasik presented commissioners with nine potential incentive program options and displayed a chart showing which ones are used in other Florida counties.

The options included: Fast-track permitting, ad valorem property tax

abatement, tangible personal property tax abatement, an incentive wage grant, a recaptured enhanced value grant program, an impact fee grant program, industrial development revenue bonds, an industrial development authority, and a public-private partnership to develop a light industrial park.

“Some of them are low-hanging fruit,” Dance said, mentioning fast-track permitting. Nearby Clay County, he noted from Lukasik’s chart, has five incentive programs: fast-track permitting, a recaptured enhanced value grant program, an impact fee grant program, industrial development revenue bonds and an industrial development authority.

He suggested that the county could piggyback on those.

Commissioner Greg Hansen said that fast-track permitting, an incentive wage grant and a recaptured enhanced value grant program looked like they would be easy to implement.

“We could do those pretty simply,” he said.

Commissioner Donald O’Brien said he agreed with Dance about fast-track permitting. He added that is not a fan of incentive wage grants.

“I think they can get dicey with the accounting and the accountability of them from the recipients,” he said. “... And I’m not a fan of partnering on a public-private light industrial park, unless we had a rock-solid prospect that came to us and was willing to work with us, and we knew

Commissioner Andy Dance.

Photo by Jonathan Simmons

that going in.”

He said he would also support the formation of an industrial development authority, working with the chamber of commerce and local cities.

Dance noted the county’s existing affordable housing program uses fast-track permitting and impact fee reductions, making it easy to extend such policies to an economic development program. The county also has partners for the creation of an industrial development authority, he said.

Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Greg Blosé told commissioners that he was glad to hear them express support for an industrial development authority and industrial development revenue bonds.

“We think that solves an actual problem and creates an opportunity,” he said. “... The county has reduced the amount of money put into economic development, so we can create a program that creates money for an economic development program, so you don’t have to take it out of the general fund. I mean, I think that’s a win for everybody.”

For beach renourishment, Flagler County expects to receive funding from the state, but may have to front the money itself by Jan. 29.

JONATHAN SIMMONS CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Flagler County expects the state government to cover a large chunk of the cost of the Army Corps of Engineers’ planned beach renourishment project in Flagler Beach. But the county government may first pay $15.74 million from its own reserves — lowering them by more than half — in order to meet the Corps of Engineers’ deadline while waiting for the state money to come through.

The formal due date for payment was Jan. 19, but there is a 10-day grace period, so the county must pay by Jan. 29, County Administrator Heidi Petito explained to County Commissioners at a Jan. 22 commission workshop.

Although the Florida Department of Transportation is expected to cover the cost, she said, the state hasn’t wired that money to the county yet.

“We had hoped that the funding from FDOT would have come back in advance, but it did not, and there’s no guarantees that we’re going to have it. But we feel confident that we’re going to have it,” she said.

The county had expected to

received the state money on Friday, Jan. 19. The Jan. 22 commission workshop was the county administration’s last chance to ask the commission to approve pulling money from reserves, if needed, to make the Jan. 29 deadline.

“Once we receive the funding from FDOT, we would put it back into reserves,” Petito said.

Using the money from the county’s reserves, she said, is a backup plan in case the FDOT money doesn’t come through quickly enough.

“We’re hoping that we don’t even need to draw down from reserves, but if we do need to, this would be that opportunity,” she said.

County Commission Chairman Andy Dance asked how long it might take for the state money to come through. Petito said there are no guarantees, but, “typically it’s quick.”

“I do believe that ... they’re moving rather quickly to give it to us,” she said.

The County Commission approved two “interfund loans,” totaling $16.1 million, from the county’s reserve funds, and a disbursement of $15.74 million to the Army Corps of Engineers.

The federal project will renourish 2.6 miles of the coast in Flagler Beach, with the federal government covering most of the cost of the initial renourishment project and then half the cost of subsequent renourishment over the following 50 years.

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Palm Coast’s Ray Stevens is running for the Palm Coast City Council District 3 seat.

Stevens is a Palm Coast resident of 20 years and has worked as a police lieutenant in New York and as a deputy sheriff in Pinellas County, according to his candidate statement on the Flagler County Supervisor of Elections website. He was also an adjunct professor at Keiser College in Daytona Beach, where he taught criminal justice.

Stevens said he is running for the City Council seat because he disagrees with how the council has handled development in Palm Coast, tax increases and public involvement.

merce. Despite the increase from last year, Chamber President and CEO Greg Blosé said he’s not worried.

“December is generally going to be the month when the holiday shopping season jobs have let out,” he said.

Data from Florida Commerce shows Flagler County had an unemployment rate that overall ranged between 3.2% and 4%, where the rate peaked in September, with the lowest rate a 2.9% in April.

Blosé said it’s also difficult to expect low unemployment rates when the city and county are just beginning to have conversations about economic development incentives.

“Most of this year, we had an unemployment rate that was considered to be full employment,” he said. “There

was an uptick, but it’s part of the national conversation.”

National issues like high interest rates and inflation, and the rising cost of goods also play a hand in the local unemployment numbers, he said.

“When consumer sentiment is poor, and when interest rates are high, and inflation is high, that’s going to affect the person’s ability to travel, or make major investments and that’s what [Flagler County] is all about,” Blosé said.

Most jobs in Flagler County’s economy are based in retail and tourism, or healthcare.

Blosé added: “3.7% is not bad. You don’t have to go that far back to see how high it could really go.”

Stevens said he also believes that raising taxes “should be a last resort.”

He believes the city should look into outsourcing muchneeded maintenance work in the community — like swale maintenance — to keep things in working order.

Most importantly, Stevens said, if elected he wants to host regular town hall meetings. “Taking time out from your day to make a statement, to make a complaint ... three minutes just doesn’t cut it,” he said.

and has a background in cybersecurity, according to his candidate statement on the Flagler County Supervisor of Elections website.

“I am passionate about making it the best place possible for all of our residents,” McDonald’s statement said.

“I am running for mayor because I believe that we can do more to make Palm Coast a great place to live, work and raise a family.”

McDonald’s priorities are on the city’s economic development, access to quality education for residents, public safety, improving the city’s infrastructure and making Palm Coast a leader in technology innovation.

McDonald believes technology has the potential to solve many challenges facing Palm Coast, including traffic congestion, affordable housing and climate change, the statement said.

Scott McDonald runs for mayor Palm Coast resident Scott McDonald is running for Palm Coast mayor.

McDonald is one of three candidates running for mayor, not including Mayor David Alfin, who has not yet filed for reelection. McDonald owns a local business, Flagler Fungi,

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School Board fires Attorney Gavin, hires interim firm Termination letter did not include just cause, two board members say.

BRENT WORONOFF ASSOCIATE EDITOR

The Flagler County School Board fired Attorney Kristy Gavin 17 months before her contract was due to expire.

The law firm of Shutts and Bowen prepared a termination letter which Board Chair Will Furry signed and delivered to Gavin on Monday, Jan. 22.

Gavin has been the Board’s attorney since 2006. She had planned to retire when her contract was scheduled to end on June 30, 2025.

Gavin’s contract states that she “shall be subject to discharge only for just cause.” The contract defined just cause “as dereliction of duty,

failure to report to work, misconduct in office or violation of criminal law.”

School Board members Cheryl Massaro and Colleen Conklin said the letter did not include just cause.

At the board’s information workshop on Jan. 23, Conklin asked Furry, “I know we executed the letter yesterday; were we advised not to include just cause?”

Attorney David Delaney, who is serving the board in an interim capacity, advised board members not to discuss the termination letter.

“On the particular topic, given the issues surrounding it, I would proceed with caution. Anything on the record could be problematic down the road,” he said.

Furry said that was the same advice he received from Shutts and Bowen.

But he added there was just cause in the letter. “They (Shutts and Bowen attorneys) helped prepare that with me.”

After the workshop, Furry reiter-

ated to the Observer that “Shutts and Bowen prepared the letter with cause.”

The board, with a majority of Furry, Sally Hunt and Christy Chong, voted on Oct. 26 to terminate Gavin’s contract within 60 days if a mutual separation agreement or transfer could not be reached. The deadline passed with no agreement.

The board elected to hire Weiss Serota of Gainesville on an interim basis at a cost of $300 an hour for legal services. Delaney is a partner with the firm, and he is the firm’s chair of the Education Practice Group.

DeLaney advised the board by phone at the workshop but attended the board’s evening business meeting in person.

The board unanimously approved the hiring of Weiss and Serota at the evening meeting under New Business.

Delaney said his firm has not

decided if it will apply to become the Board’s permanent legal counsel.

“We’ll figure that out,” he said after the business meeting. “We want to give the board an opportunity to get to know me and how I work.”

Two other firms have provided letters of interest to become the board’s permanent legal adviser.

Weiss and Serota currently advises school boards in Alachua, Levy, Hernando and Collier counties, Delaney said. The issue, he said, is being available on Tuesdays, when other school boards are also having their meetings.

While Delaney will be advising the board, the school district opted to contract with the firm of Sniffen and Spellman, which is already under contract to provide the district with services related to union bargaining.

The board unanimously agreed to an addendum to that contract to provide legal counsel “in various matters as may be necessary to assist the

superintendent and district personnel from time to time.”

At the workshop, Massaro said she believed the board was violating its policy by hiring law firms to advise the board and Superintendent LaShakia Moore.

Policy 213 states: “The School Board shall be authorized to obtain an attorney, from outside its own membership, who shall act as legal adviser to the Board and the Superintendent.”

But after reviewing the policy, Delaney told the board at the business meeting that he believed they were not violating policy.

Conklin said that after a period of time, board members should go over the legal fees paid to the School Board attorneys and the fees paid to the district’s legal counsel and decide if they want to continue in that direction on a permanent basis or go back to one attorney or one law firm for both the district and the board.

School Board moves to give stakeholders more control at Carver Center ‘If control of the facility is clear, all the rest will be worked out,’ board member Colleen Conklin said.

BRENT WORONOFF ASSOCIATE EDITOR

The Flagler County School Board will send an interlocal agreement for the Carver Community Center back to the working group for the second time. This time, board members hope their changes will appease community members who are upset over portions of the agreement.

Community members have complained about the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office’s role. The ILA includes the FCSO and the city of

Bunnell, along with the county commission and the School Board.

According to the agreement, the FCSO, the School Board and Bunnell will each provide $10,000 annually, while the county will continue to pay most of the Carver Center’s expenses, contributing nearly $163,000 annually.

The FCSO’s Police Athletic League will be provided space in the facility that includes two offices, a video room and a boxing room/lounge.

Some community members say PAL is taking an outsized role, indicating it will charge fees, limit free gym time and take away a basketball league day.

Based on suggestions by board members Colleen Conklin and Cheryl Massaro and the district’s human resources and benefits supervisor, Joshua Walker, the board agreed to two changes to the agreement.

Where the agreement says “semiannually School Board and FCSO will develop a schedule for the following semester,” the board would add that the two entities would develop a schedule “in collaboration.”

And where its says, “The establishment of fees for events or use of the Carver Center will require approval of the Board of County Commissioners…” the School Board would change to “the establishment of facility fees for events…” That section goes on to say the School Board and Carver Advisory Committee would provide input.

FCSO Division Chief David Williams said fees are necessary to help pay for program costs, but there will be scholarships, and no child will be turned away.

PAL’s programs will take away open gym time but will extend the gym’s hours, closing at 8 p.m. instead of 6

p.m. to make up that time.

The district will give the altered agreement to the ILA working group for all parties to finally agree. Conklin said what’s important is to be clear that School Board would still have overall control of the center.

“It’s a big change for us and a big change for community, but the county is contributing $160,000 so this facility can stay open,” Conklin said. “I can’t believe they’re going to set fees to prevent use by members of the community. If control of the facility is clear, all the rest will be worked out. There is history in that community and there is a question of trust. All we can do is try to build that trust. So if there are promises made, promises have to be kept. The history in that community is that promises have been made, and some have not been kept.”

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HOUNDED FOR FUNDS 9:26 .m. — 500 block of North Beach Street, Ormond Beach Fraud. A 60-year-old Ormond Beach resident was scammed out of $4,300 while trying to acquire a puppy from an alleged breeder on a social media platform.

The resident told police that she was contacted by the breeder on the social media site, according to a police incident report. She paid the alleged breeder and was then contacted by a delivery company, which asked her for more money. The resident paid using gift cards and a mobile payment service.

Police asked her if she knew where the puppy was coming from, or if she knew the name of the breeder or delivery company, but she did not.

The scam, according to the incident report, had begun in December 2023.

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UNWARRANTED CALL 1:38 p.m. — 6000 block of St. Georges Road, Ormond Beach Non-reportable offense. A 56-year-old Ormond Beach woman received a phone call from someone pretending to be with the Department of Homeland Security, informing her of a warrant out for her arrest.

The crime? The caller said she had purchased $20,000 worth of drugs — fentanyl and hydrocodone — online and over the phone, according to a police incident report. The woman told police that the

caller informed her they had a lot of her personal information, including her previous addresses, but that they needed her to confirm her social security number.

Because of the stressful nature of the phone call, the woman told police, she did as they asked. But then she told them she would be calling her local law enforcement office and requested a callback number, at which point the caller started giving her a number before hanging up.

The woman told police she would advise them if she noticed suspicious activity on any of her accounts.

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FITNESS FIRST 10:45 a.m. — 3500 Pirate Nation Way, Palm Coast Trespass from school grounds. An off-duty law enforcement officer called to report a suspicious person walking around a high school campus on a Saturday morning.

When the Sheriff’s Office deputy arrived, he found a shirtless man laying down on a bench in front of one of the buildings. When the deputy asked the man what he was doing at the school, the man said he lived nearby and wanted to ask if he could use the track at the school to work out, according to the man’s arrest report.

The man also told the deputy he was looking to buy a hotdog at the concession stand. At the time, a private event was taking place at the school, though the suspect did not attempt to enter the event or speak to anyone, the report said.

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MAN WHO CRIED LAWYER 1:48 a.m. — first block of Town Center Boulevard, Palm Coast DUI with property damage.

A Palm Coast man who drove over a fence in Flagler Beach would not stop screaming “lawyer” as Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested him.

A witness saw the suspect drive through a fence at a campground on Old Kings Road and then drove away from the scene, according to an arrest report. He continued to flee even as deputies began following him until he was eventually stopped in a hotel parking lot.

From there, the suspect refused to cooperate with deputies, forcing them to pull the suspect from his truck and place him in a patrol car.

The suspect — who smelled strongly of alcohol and had slurred speech — refused to take a field sobriety test and demanded a lawyer.

As deputies tried to close the patrol car door to take the suspect in, the man began screaming “lawyer” repeatedly, even as officers explained he would not get a lawyer at the scene, the report said.

The entire way to the county jail and through the booking process, the man continued to scream “lawyer, lawyer” repeatedly.

At one point, the man screamed “lawyer” 24 times in a one-minute period, the deputy noted in the report. The suspect has been charged with a DUI and resisting arrest.

Hearing Loss & Cognitive Decline Why do we lose our hearing as we get older?

Many factors can contribute to hearing loss as you get older. It can be difficult to distinguish age-related hearing loss from hearing loss that can occur for other reasons, such as long-term exposure to noise. Noise-induced hearing loss is caused by longterm exposure to sounds that are either too loud or last too long. This kind of noise exposure can damage the sensory hair cells in your ear that allow you to hear. Once these hair cells are damaged, they do not grow back and your ability to hear is diminished. Conditions that are more common in older people, such as high blood pressure or diabetes, can contribute to hearing loss.

Medications that are toxic to the sensory cells in your ears (for example, some chemotherapy drugs) can also cause hearing loss.

Rarely, age-related hearing loss can be caused by abnormalities of the outer ear or middle ear. Such abnormalities may include reduced function of the tympanic membrane (the eardrum) or reduced function of the three tiny bones in the middle ear

that carry sound waves from the tympanic membrane to the inner ear. Most older people who experience hearing loss have a combination of both age related hearing loss and noise-induced hearing loss.

Can I prevent age-related hearing loss?

At this time, scientists don’t know how to prevent age-related hearing loss. However, you can protect yourself from noise-induced hearing loss by protecting your ears from sounds that are too loud and last too long. It’s important to be aware of potential sources of damaging noises, such as loud music, firearms, snowmobiles, lawn mowers, and leaf blowers. Avoiding loud

noises, reducing the amount of time you’re exposed to loud noise, and protecting your ears with ear plugs or ear muffs are easy things you can do to protect your hearing and limit the amount of hearing you might lose as you get older.

What to do in case you have trouble hearing?

Hearing problems can be serious. The most important thing you can do if you think you have a hearing problem is to seek advice from an audiologist. At Palm Coast Hearing Center, our doctors have the expertise to evaluate you and recommend appropriate treatment and follow-up. We can counsel you and your family to help you preserve your hearing health. It is important to understand that not all places that offer “hearing tests” are the same. Many of those places that offer “free hearing tests” and advertise only hearing aids do not offer comprehensive hearing health care.

It is important that you seek a Doctor of Audiology for your care- an Audiologist is college-degreed and licensed professional trained to evaluate your complete hearing health, understanding the many significant comorbidities associated with hearing loss and how they affect your diagnosis and treatment.

Comorbidities like dementia, cognitive impairment, depression, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, fall risk and more.

The connection between hearing loss and cognitive decline A 2016 study analyzing health insurance claims of 154,783 seniors concluded that hearing impairment increases the risk of dementia and that to some extent this happens regardless of medical treatment. Though the authors said hearing aids might delay or prevent dementia, they didn’t have details on whether patients were prescribed hearing aids or were

using them regularly.

However, a 2017 article in Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience cited two studies that found people wearing hearing aids improved their performance on cognitive tests.

The article said hearing aids, when prescribed at the beginning of age-related hearing loss, can postpone cognitive side effects.

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Chloe Long joins her brother as Leaders 4 Life Fellowship winners Chloe, a Flagler Palm Coast senior, is the second Flagler County student to win the award. Her brother, Dylan, was the first.

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Two years ago, Flagler Palm Coast High School’s Dylan Long became the first Flagler County student to be awarded a Take Stock in Children Leaders 4 Life Fellowship.

On Friday, Jan. 19, Dylan’s sister Chloe Long was honored as the county’s second Leaders 4 Life Fellow.

“I’m very excited,” Chloe Long said after a procession of district and school administrators, Chloe’s family and her Take Stock in Children mentor — Flagler County Judge Andrea Totten — walked in on her band class and “surprised” her with the news, bringing doughnuts for her bandmates.

The FPC senior had been selected as one of 12 finalists for the fellowships and received a MacBook Pro. As one of six winners statewide for the Leaders 4 Life Fellowships, Chloe will receive a $10,000 a year scholarship on top of her Take Stock in Children scholarship which covers college tuition. She’ll also have access to additional leadership training and internship opportunities.

“It’s super exciting that she won,” said Dylan, who is majoring in computer science at the Univeristy of Florida. “I mean, it’s been super beneficial for me. Obviously, the

“I’d like to think she got something out of our relationship, but I got three times as much back.”

JUDGE ANDREA TOTTEN, Chloe Long’s Take Stock in Children mentor

money itself is super helpful, but also you get a connection with people in similar areas of life, and every summer you get to go to a conference and hear talks from a bunch of people on industry, business and leadership.”

Like Dylan before her, Chloe wasn’t actually surprised that she had been awarded the Fellowship.

“I opened Life 360 (family tracking app), and I saw they were all at the school,” she said. “So, it was a little suspicious.”

Flagler Schools Superintendent LaShakia Moore, FPC Principal Bobby Bossardet and Flagler County Education Foundation Executive Director Teresa Rizzo were among the school officials who interrupted the band class with the news. Chloe’s mother Amy Long, siblings Dylan and Brianna, and grandparents Tim and Linette Smith were all there too as Chloe discovered on the tracking app.

Selina Hernandez, the Ed Foundation’s assistant director for student services, said they received the news of Chloe’s award just the day before and knew they had to act quickly.

“I was like, we have to do it tomorrow. Everybody can’t keep a secret,” she said.

Rizzo said her first phone call was to Dylan.

“I asked him, ‘Can you skip class tomorrow?’”

‘I’M VERY THANKFUL FOR THE PROGRAM’

Chloe Long is an International Baccalaureate student at FPC. She has a 5.1 weighted GPA and a 3.95 unweighted GPA. She is the band president, a member of the National Honor Society, captain of the girls weightlifting team and a member of the lacrosse team.

She was accepted to Florida State University with a Merit Scholarship and is awaiting to hear if she has also been accepted to the University of Florida.

“The University of Florida is my first choice,” she said. “We have family ties there, so it’s just kind of always been the goal, and they have a really good nursing program which is what I’m hoping to go for.”

‘IT’S JUST UNBELIEVABLE’

“I opened Life360 (family tracking app), and I saw they were all at the school. So, it was a little suspicious.”

CHLOE LONG

Chloe Long, center, receives applause from family members when she is announced as a Leaders 4 Life Fellowship winner. Photo by Brent Woronoff

Hernandez said over 100 Take Stock in Children seniors from around the state submitted applications for the Leaders 4 Life Fellowships, which are sponsored by the Asofsky Family Foundation. The applicants each wrote an essay about leadership and their five-year plan.

The 12 finalists were required to send in a video.

Take Stock in Children is a nonprofit organization in Florida that provides deserving low-income students with mentoring, college and career coaching and other services leading to a scholarship to a state

university.

According to takestockinchildren. org, 92% of the students in the program statewide enroll in college.

Students enter the Take Stock program as high school freshmen and are assigned a mentor who remains with them for the next four years.

“Take Stock has been a very helpful between the college workshops that they’ve done with us and meeting with my mentor for the last four years,” Chloe said. “I’m very thankful for the program and everyone who’s helped me out these last four years.”

Chloe is Judge Totten’s second mentee with the program.

“I didn’t get to select her, but I got lucky to get an excellent student,” Totten said. “She’s just a great, warm person. She’s a mentor herself amongst her peers and in her family.

I’d like to think she got something out of our relationship, but I got three times as much back.”

Chloe’s younger sister, Brianna, a freshman at FPC, is also in the Take Stock in Children program.

Amy Long is a single mom who put herself through college at UCF and an online master’s degree program through Walden University while working fulltime for local non-profit SMA Healthcare and raising three children.

“Take Stock is an amazing program to have, just the extra support it offers. Dylan is two years out and he still communicates and keep ties with his mentor (Peter Sutcliffe),” Amy said.

Amy Long was a stay-at-home mom when she was married. She and her children moved to Flagler County 10 years ago.

“I was financially dependent on my ex-husband. I didn’t have a lot of skill set and experience,” she said.

“I went to UCF for my undergrad in psychology and then I thought about nursing but because of raising three kids and working full-time I felt I had to do something else, so I got involved in a master’s of social work program.”

She said she has applied and expects to soon receive her license in social work.

Having two children to win the coveted Leaders 4 Life Fellowship has been a blessing, she said.

“It was amazing when it first happened with Dylan, and now that Chloe won too, it’s just unbelievable,” she said. “Even when she just won the laptop and was a finalist, it just says so much. It’s a lot of validation that, even though there’s been a lot of struggles in our family, obviously, something’s been right. My kids are thriving, and they just continue to motivate me and inspire me every day.”

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Patrick is preceded in death by his sister, Susan Fowler.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Patrick’s name to Carousel Ranch, Autism Service Dogs of America or US Submarine Veterans Charitable Foundations.

The family of Mr. Donnelly entrusted his arrangements to Clymer Funeral Home & Cremations and would like to express their sincere gratitude for their compassion and friendship.

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A mass of Christian burial celebrating the life of Patrick Joseph Donnelly, age 78, of Palm Coast, FL, who passed away on December 17, 2023, will be held at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church on Friday, February 2, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. The family will be receiving guests before mass in the memorial room of the church from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m.

Patrick will be laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery.

Patrick was born on March 17, 1945, in Queens, New York to the late Thomas Donnelly and Helen (Antons) Donnelly.

Patrick enlisted into the United States Navy in September of 1963. He attended Navy Nuclear Power School and served on the USS Atule (SS/AGSS-403), USS Nathanael Greene (SSBN 636), and USS Nautilus (SSN571). After serving seven years, Patrick was honorably discharged in October of 1970.

On July 15, 1968, he married the love of his life Patricia (McGovern) Donnelly in Charleston, South Carolina. Patrick worked at Vermont Yankee/Yankee Atomic for 28 years from 1971 until 1999.

In 1999, he took a job at Byron Station until he retired in 2004 and moved to Palm Coast, Florida.

Patrick was a member of the VFW Post 8696 serving as both Commander and Quartermaster, and a United States Navy Submarine Veteran. He was a beer enthusiast, loved to golf (from the trees or the rough), go bowling and fall asleep watching westerns.

Patrick is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Patricia Donnelly; daughter, Meghan Lundy and her partner Richard Swenson; sons, Brian Donnelly and

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BRIEFS Volusia libraries to take part in Snapshot Day Volusia County Public Library’s 14 branches will participate in the Library Snapshot Day on Wednesday, Feb. 7. Staff will collect statistics, receive comments and take photographs to exhibit how people use library services.

“We invite everyone to stop by and explore the wide range of services and resources we have to offer,” Library Services Director Lucinda Colee said.

“By participating in this event, you can help us demonstrate our libraries’ profound impact on our community.”

During the last snapshot day in March 2023, nearly 3,748 people visited a county library.

Highlights from the 2023 event were: 5,715 items were checked out.815 questions were answered by reference librarians.481 computer sessions were held.590 individuals attended a program held at a library.113 received computer literacy training.63 new library cards were issued.

Additionally, the library’s website received 6,960 visits, and 2,692 patrons accessed a library’s Wi-Fi for internet access.

To learn more about the services offered at the libraries and Library Snapshot Day, visit volusialibrary.org.

Halifax Humane Society CEO steps down

Halifax Humane Society CEO Adam Leath is stepping down and a nationwide search for a new CEO will be conducted, the animal shelter announced on Friday, Jan. 19.

“The board of directors expresses its sincere gratitude to Mr. Leath for his valuable contributions, tireless efforts,

Volusia County unveils new medical examiner’s facility Volusia County officially cut the ribbon for its new medical examiner’s facility on Friday, Jan. 19.

The $18.4 million project provides the county with a state-of-the-art facility for medical examiner staff to complete death investigations in a more timely and accurate manner. The facility will also provide unique and valuable education opportunities to local law enforcement agencies, emergency service providers, hospitals, and universities.

The new building is equipped with advanced

technologies and enhancements, including ultramodern autopsy stations, support for mass disaster events, a complete building automation system, and increased security features. Another noteworthy addition to the new facility is a dedicated meeting room, offering a place for family members to meet with staff in privacy.

One of the more innovative additions is a Lodox digital Xray machine that can capture comprehensive radiographic images for increased accuracy during investigations. Also,

the new 20,000-square-foot building will help the Medical Examiner’s Office achieve accreditation through the National Association of Medical Examiners, a feat that was not possible in the previous building.

“I am confident this building will serve this county for decades, and in these walls, we will seek the answers, we will provide for justice, and we will provide high-value education,” Chief Medical Examiner Dr. James Fulcher said.

Number of home sales down in local markets An Ormond Beach broker said homes sales were down 12% from 2022, but still higher than they were before the pandemic.

In Palm Coast, a real estate agent said sales have remained steady.

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and positive impact on Halifax Humane Society,” a press release stated. “Under his guidance, the organization has reached new heights in its mission to provide compassionate care for animals in need. Halifax Humane Society acknowledges Mr. Leath’s decision to step down and wishes him success in all his future endeavors.”

HHS said in its press release that Leath’s leadership during his time as CEO — about nine months — contributed to the success and growth of the organization.

Leath was hired to lead HHS in April 2023. Prior to that, he worked as the direc-

tor of Volusia County Animal Services, from 2019 to 2023.

Miguel Abi-Hassan will serve as the animal shelter’s interim CEO, effective Jan. 19. Abi-Hassan led the 2017 campaign that renovated the HHS facilities and was CEO for 11 years before resigning in 2021.

“The board is confident that under his leadership, Halifax Humane Society will continue to advance its mission and uphold its high standards of service,” the press release states.

Abi-Hassan’s appointment is part of a nationwide search for a permanent CEO, the press release adds.

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FCSO awarded grant to reduce motorcycle crashes

The Flagler County Sheriff’s Office received a $120,000 grant from the Florida Department of Transportation to help reduce motorcycle crashes in the county.

Between 2020 and 2022, 230 motorcycle crashes occurred in Flagler County, according to a FCSO press release. Nine of those were fatalities and another 44 involved serious injuries.

Using the grant funding, the FCSO will implement safety and awareness programs through high-visibility traffic enforcement, public outreach, and safety messaging during events like Bike Week and Biketoberfest.

“Our goal is to reduce the number of motorcycle crashes in Flagler County through education and enforcement,” Sheriff Rick Staly said.

Among 14 counties with a population between 50,000 and 200,000, FDOT data ranked Flagler County as sixth for motorcycle crashes involving serious injuries and fatalities, the press release said.

Florida home sales declined in 2023 from 2022, but the statewide averages were very different from the local markets in Palm Coast and Ormond Beach.

Overall in 2023, Florida’s inventory of existing for-sale homes grew from 2022, but actual sales of single-family homes decreased 10.3% in 2023 compared to data from 2022, a press release from Florida Realtors said.

Florida Realtors Chief Economist Dr. Brad O’Connor said 2023 was a rough year for residential real estate because of the increase to interest rates.

In Florida, the state’s economy created many new jobs, causing families move to the state “in droves,” the press release said.

“Both of those factors helped mitigate some of the dampening effect that high mortgage rates had on homebuyer demand in 2023, but they weren’t enough to keep home sales from declining,” O’Connor said.

In Ormond Beach, Realty Pros Assured broker and coowner Bill Navarra said interest rates increased to almost 9% at one point in 2023, but the sales in the area were still “extremely strong.”

“Now the interest rates have actually started to recede,” he said. “So we’re very optimistic 2024 is going to be a very good market for Volusia and Flagler County.”

The statewide median sales price for single-family existing homes at year’s end was $410,000, up 1.9% from the previous year, the press release said. The average singlefamily home sold in Ormond Beach cost $399,000 for a

three-bed, two-bath with a three-car garage, Navarra said.

Navarra said compared to 2022, Ormond Beach homes sales were down 12%, but the sales are still higher than they were before the COVID-19 pandemic.

Comparatively, Toby Tobin — a Palm Coast real estate agent who runs GoToby.com, a Flagler and Palm Coast real estate news website — said that Palm Coast’s market in 2023 did not change much at all from 2022.

In 2022, 3,012 single-family homes were sold, Tobin said, and in 2023, 2,867 were sold. The median home price actually went down from $369,900 to 365,000 in 2023, he said — but those are only slight differences.

“When the prices remain pretty much the same in a fairly narrow range over several months, that means that the number of sellers and the number of buyers are in equilibrium,” Tobin said. “Neither is dominating the other.”

In Ormond Beach, Navarra said, the market sold $579 million in 2023, up from the $500 million sold in 2020, but down from the previous two years.

Like the state numbers, both Tobin and Navarra said Palm Coast and Ormond Beach are still lacking in inventory. Palm Coast has a lot of in-progress lots, Tobin said, but not as many that are ready for sale.

“Supply is low, although it’s quite a bit bigger than it was a year ago,” Tobin said. “But we don’t have enough inventory, I believe.”

As for the interest rates, Tobin said he thinks the interest rates are dropping, but won’t likely drop below 5% any time soon. Navarra said in Ormond Beach, the issue with inventory is that people do not want to sell their homes with interest rates that are more than double what they are paying now.

Regardless, Navarra said the market is doing well.

“In overall history, to have an economy where the rates went from 2% to 3% to, at one point, almost 9%, and still have our market doing as well as it has, tells you how desirable Volusia and Flagler County have become on the east coast,” Navarra said.

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Flagler Beach Democratic Club hosts march for women’s rights The march was part of a nationwide organized march for women’s rights.

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About 50 people in Flagler County marched along the State Road 100 bridge as part of a national protest for women’s rights on Jan. 20.

The Flagler Beach Democratic Club began the march at Wadsworth Park, went across the S.R. 100 bridge and returned to rally at the intersecHeather Leimer

The protestors left Wadsworth Park to march across the State Road 100 bridge. Photo by Sierra Williams

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tion at Wadsworth Park. Club President Sally Hirst said this is the third year that the Flagler Beach Democratic Club held its own march supporting women’s rights.

Hirst said women’s rights is an important issue for everyone.

“Choice is not just a Democrat issue,” she said.

For over an hour, women and men held signs that supported abortion access and demanded equal pay, among other rights. Matanzas Shores resident Carol Scott said she had participated in previous marches for women’s rights. She said abortion is health care and should be protected.

“I’m disappointed they [Republicans] don’t want to protect women’s rights,” Scott said.

In 2022, Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a law prohibiting abortions at and after 15 weeks of gestation. Multiple abortion providers in Florida, including Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central Florida filed a lawsuit against the 15-week ban.

That court case is currently before the Florida Supreme Court, which heard oral arguments in September.

In April 2023, the governor signed another law further prohibiting abortions after six weeks, though that law does not go into effect until the lawsuit is decided. If the Florida

Flagler Beach Democratic Club Vice President David Gillon and President Sally Hirst.

courts decide the lawsuit in favor of the 15-week abortion ban law, the six-week abortion ban will automatically go into effect 30 days after the decision, according to Planned Parenthood’s website.

As of December 2023, Flagler County has a total of 90,813 registered voters. Of those, 23,559 are registered Democrats, 43,618 are registered Republicans, 21,348 are non-party affiliate and 2,288 are affiliated with minor parties, according to the Flagler County Supervisor of Elections of Office.

Barbara Haspiel, a member of the Flagler Beach Democratic Club, said a lot of people feel disenfranchised, and that their vote doesn’t count.

Several races, she said, have been decided by just a handful of votes.

People must get out and vote, she said.

“It’s their right and their responsibility to vote,” Haspiel said.

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The restaurant offers mesquite smoked brisket, ribs, pulled pork and more.

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Restaurant co-owners Brandell Campbell and Scotty Aycock have brought a taste of Texas barbecue to Ormondby-the-Sea. Located at 1452 Ocean Shore Blvd., Lottie Bell’s BBQ opened in early December 2023. The restaurant offers mesquite smoked brisket, ribs, pulled pork and more. It was born out of a food truck, started by Campbell in 2020.

“Since then, we’ve had a really good following with the locals,” Campbell said. “Met a lot of good people. Met a lot of good friends through the truck.”

One of those was Aycock.

He became one of Campbell’s customers, and as they continued to get to know one another, they found they shared a passion for cooking — and a passion for barbecue.

“He feels like one of my five brothers, really,” Campbell said. “And that’s really good to have somebody that close that you’re working with.”

They decided to open Lottie Bell’s BBQ last summer.

Campbell noticed that the space at 1452 Ocean Shore Blvd., previously occupied by Salty Farms Seafood Market and Restaurant, was available.

“It all just fell into place, so the timing was right,” Campbell said.

Barbecue used to simply be a hobby for both men. Camp-

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Lottie Bell’s BBQ co-owners Brandell Campbell and Scotty Aycock opened their restaurant in December 2023. Photo by Jarleene Almenas

bell, who is from Texas, said he’s barbecuing for about 35 years. Aycock, originally from Georgia, has been barbecuing for most of his life as well.

“That’s why we try to keep this as homely feeling as it can be,” Aycock said. “We want people to feel like they’re sitting at home where it’s just quiet and peaceful.”

Campbell moved to Florida in 2006 and he worked in the mining business until 2019.

And while it wasn’t his full time job yet, he entered barbecue competitions.

“Always barbecue — You’ve got to stick with what you know,” he said with a laugh.

Campbell and Aycock source the mesquite wood they use to smoke meat straight from Texas.

“That’s what keeps us separate from everybody,” Aycock said.

Some people who aren’t typically big fans of smoked

barbecue have expressed they like what Lottie Bell’s BBQ offers, he added.

“We don’t sauce none of our meat when it comes to the table,” Aycock said. “... Nothing is overpowered.”

The restaurant is named after Campbell’s grandmother, a 4-foot-8-inch woman of Blackfoot Native American descent who always made sure he and his brothers never left her house without eating.

She’d be humbled to know a restaurant was opened in her name, but she’d say she didn’t want it in the first place, all with a smile, Campbell said.

His grandaughter’s name is Lottie Bell too.

“Hopefully, through the generations, we’ll keep the name in the family,” Campbell said.

Lottie Bell’s BBQ is open Thursday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

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Tim Curtis is now a member of the Intracoastal Bank board of directors, a press release announced on Thursday, Jan. 18.

“We are thrilled that Tim Curtis has joined our board of directors,” said Ryan Page, president and chief executive officer of Intracoastal Bank.

“His strong business acumen and experience plus involvement in the local community, compliments our goals and he will play a vital role with the bank.”

Curtis has over 34 years of business and community experience in the Flagler and Volusia market area. He is chairman of the board and founder of Houligan’s Spirited Sport’s Grille. He is also chairman of the board of Stonewood Holdings. He has been active in many community and civic organizations, serving on the boards of Children’s Advocacy Center, Ormond Beach Chamber of Commerce, Civic League of the Halifax Area, Florida Hospital Foundation, Gateway Bank Advisory Board, Gateway Bank Board of Directors, and the Rotary Club of Ormond Beach.

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Rogers is a member of Daytona Beach Area Association of Realtors, serving as president in 2021.

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Far East Asian Market expands with new restaurant, Far East Fusion The restaurant features Southeast Asian cuisine with Vietnamese, Thai and Cambodian dishes.

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Market owner Molyda “Amy” Lim (second from the right) with Far East Fusion partners Siang Touch (far left) and Yen Kes (far right) and employee Sulang Khy. Photo

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Touch said that she often helps customers decide what to get if they’ve never had Southeast Asian cuisine.

They have something for everyone to enjoy, she said.

“We’re always trying to make our customer satisfied and being happy with what we have to offer,” she said.

Touch said she is both excited and nervous for the grand opening. They are still a little short staffed, she said, and are looking to hire servers to help with the rush.

“Sometimes it’s hard for us to handle because we’re short staffed,” Touch said, “but we feel appreciated because we have all the love and

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This is the second restaurant she and her husband have had, Touch said, having previously opened one when they lived in Massachusetts.

She said she’s proud to work in a restaurant that sells the food she ate growing up.

“We wanted to bring something new to Palm Coast and be a little bit different,” Touch said. “There’s a lot of Thai cuisine in Palm Coast, there’s a lot of Vietnamese cuisine, but no Cambodian cuisine. I think we can stand out in the crowd because of that.”

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Their best Cambodian dish, she said, is the Cambodian flat rice noodles, which are fried in a brown sauce with carrots, onions, Chinese broccoli and a lot of protein.

Lim said she would always recommend either the pho or their pork or duck meals. Whatever they eat though, it makes her happy, she said, to see people of different nationalities come together and enjoy a meal.

“I see them happy and enjoying eating together,” Lim said. “And that’s all I want to see.”

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Market in 2018 and having the market right next door is another reason they decided to open the restaurant, she said. It means the restaurant always has access to fresh ingredients should they run out of anything, she said.

“Because the market right there, the restaurant right here, you know, everything is made convenient for us,” she said.

Far East Fusion manager Sarina Touch — wife to head chef Siang Touch — said pho and drunken noodles are the restaurant’s most popular dishes so far.

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Palm Coast residents don’t need to travel far now to get a new taste of Cambodian food.

The Far East Asian Market at 1030 Northeast Palm Coast Parkway has expanded into the storefront next door with a new restaurant: Far East Fusion. The restaurant features a mix of Southeast Asian cuisine: Cambodian, Thai, Vietnamese and even some Chinese.

Molyda “Amy” Lim, owner of the market, opened the restaurant next door in partnership with her the restaurant’s chefs, Siang Touch and Yen Kes. Touch is the restaurant’s head chef and Kes its roasted pork and duck specialist.

The restaurant had its soft opening on Dec. 4 and will have its grand opening at 10 a.m. on Feb. 10. Business has been growing everyday, Lim said.

“We wanted to bring to that to the next generation here and also want to share the good taste of the real food and [our] cultures,” Lim said.

Lim got into the food business specifically because she has a passion for sharing food — she said one day she hopes to travel the world and try food from every country. In the meantime, the food at Far East Fusion lets her share the recipes she was raised on — tied to her childhood memories — with her community.

“We want to share [our food] with everybody,” she said. “It’s like part of the memory and love from when we were young, you know?”

Lim was born in Cambodia and moved to the United States in 2006 with her husband and the two moved to Palm Coast in 2008. Florida’s climate, she said, reminds her a lot of Cambodia.

Lim bought the Far East Asian

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Yogurt and gorilla: lunchtime with Luke The youngest McMillan child grows wise to the granola-gorilla game.

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There once was a time when my youngest son, Luke, said “gorilla”

instead of “granola.”

It was part of our routine. I would pick him up from voluntary prekindergarten, when he was 4 years old, and we would go home and eat yogurt together, just about every day.

We both love Chobani key lime Greek yogurt — with Good & Gather French Vanilla Almond Granola. We’ve tried other yogurts and other granolas, but they never quite satisfy in the same way as that combination.

“Can I have gorilla?” he would ask.

I started calling it “gorilla,” too. It made me feel connected

to him. It wasn’t an inside joke, exactly, because to him it wasn’t a joke at all. To him, gorilla was an oat-based, sweetened additive for yogurt, creating a delightful texture. To me, gorilla was a reminder that this little boy was still learning, still in need of mercy and love, still in need of someone to help him to avoid accidentally dumping his lunch onto the floor.

That was then. Now, Luke is 5, almost 6. Our shared lunchtimes are rare: He’s now in school for lunch every day, and I’m no longer working from home.

But this weekend, we happened to go to the kitchen at the same time.

He asked for key lime yogurt, and I plucked two from the fridge.

“Can I have gorilla?” he asked.

Instead of silently waiting for me to retrieve the granola from the top shelf of the pantry, however, he started to pound his chest with his fists and bellow like King Kong.

Then he busted up laughing at his own cleverness.

He was wise to the gorilla game.

I laughed along with him, and just like that, my little 4-year-old Luke was gone.

Andre Maybin Jr. in City Repertory Theatre’s presentation of “Edges.”

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three performances of “Edges,” are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, Jan. 26-27, and 3 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 28. Tickets are $30 for adults and $15 for students and are available at crtpalmcoast.com or by calling the box office at 386-5859415.

Edges is a captivating song cycle that explores universal coming-ofage questions, starring Eric Barnum, Savanna Dacosta, Andre Maybin Jr. and Phillipa Rose. It is directed by Beau Wade with music direction by

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Edges was the first collaboration of song-writing team Benj Pasek and Justin Paul when they were 19-yearold undergraduates. The Oscar-, Grammy- and Tony Award-winning team are best known for their work on “La La Land,” “Dear Evan Hansen,” and “The Greatest Showman.”

City Repertory Theatre is located at City Marketplace, 160 Cypress Point Parkway, Suite B207.

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“I created the Great Kids Awards so we can recognize and honor the kids who make the right decisions and set a good example for their fellow students,” said Sheriff Rick Staly.

“These three students are excellent examples of what it means to be leaders in the classroom, and they are very deserving of this award.”

Worley was nominated by her school resource deputy for her positive attitude. She is eager to participate and learn and likes to find creative ways to show her abilities. She is a “hardworking, respectful and caring student,” the press release said.

Blair, a student at ITMS, was recognized as an “exceptional, caring and respectful student” who exemplifies integrity and always does the right thing, the press release said.

She sets an example for her peers.

Ajede is a leader among his

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teammates, coaches and the FPC administration. His school’s resource deputy and school employees said Ajede sets the standard

for his fellow students to follow and encourages others to do their best.

His actions portray what it is to be a Great Kid, the press release said.

Grand Haven residents joined together on Sunday, Jan. 14, in what they hope will become an annual tennis party at the Grand Haven Village Center. The tennis players in attendance owe many thanks to Grand Haven resident Donna Wormser, who organized the event. It featured a DJ, a photo booth and dancers led by Magdalena Pierkarz from local business 2LeftFeetCure.com. Courtesy photo

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Jingle, 2, was found as a stray on Nov. 21 near Princess Place Preserve.

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Old Kings Elementary School’s Leila Worley (center) was presented the November 2023 Great Kids award from the FCSO.

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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.

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Indian Trails Middle School’s Isabella Blair (center) was presented the November 2023 Great Kids award from the FCSO.

Flagler Palm Coast High School’s Ehimen Ajede (center) was presented the November 2023 Great Kids award from the FCSO. Courtesy photos

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FCSO RECOGNIZES THREE FLAGLER STUDENTS Three students who attend Flagler Schools received Sheriff Rick Staly’s Great Kids Award for November 2023.

The awards were presented to the students and their families by Chief David Williams, Cmdr. Jennifer Nawrocki, and the students’ School Resource Deputy in January, a FCSO press release said. The monthly award is given to students who respect their peers, help others, work hard in academics, and represent themselves and their school in a positive manner.

For the November award, Leila Worley from Old Kings Elementary School, Isabella Blair from Indian Trails Middle School and Ehimen Ajede from Flagler Palm Coast High School were each nominated by their school’s resource deputy and school employees, the press release said.

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 Branch of military: U.S. Air Force  Dates of service: 2017-2023  Rank/occupation: Captain / Military Lawyer  Hometown: Palm Coast Marcus Duffy is a Flagler Palm Coast High School graduate. After graduating law school in 2016 and being admitted to the Florida Bar in 2017, he was commissioned in the U.S. Air Force as an active-duty Judge Advocate General (JAG) Corps military lawyer. He was assigned as Chief of Military Justice at Tyndall Air Force Base in Panama City.

He also held positions at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. In 2022, Duffy deployed to Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait, where he served as Deputy Staff Judge Advocate. Duffy was recognized as the Air Force Central Command Attorney of the Quarter for Southeast Asia and received the Meritorious Service Medal for his work overseas. He was also selected as Company Grade Officer of the Year (2022) for the Operations and International Law Domain for the Office of the Judge Advocate General.

He served as the deputy chief for the Utility Law Field Support Center where he represented the Air Force and other agencies across 24 states.

He was an honorary pallbearer for President George H.W. Bush’s State Funeral, for which he received the Air Force Achievement Medal.

Upon his honorable discharge he also received the Air and Space Commendation Medal with one oak leaf cluster, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Armed Forces Services Medal, National Defense Service Medal and the Air and Space Longevity Service Award. Duffy and his wife, Taylor, have returned to the St. Augustine/Flagler area to settle down with their three children.

He continues to serve as a JAG officer in the Air Force Reserve. Duffy accepted a position as an attorney at Douglas Law Firm and has recently opened an office for his firm in Flagler Beach.

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house in Bulow Woods was the top real estate transaction for Nov. 30 to Dec. 6 in Palm Coast and Flagler County. Karen and Jeffrey Sprague, of Flagler Beach, sold 8 Indian Mound Court to Michael and Rosemarie Celenza, of Flagler Beach, for $1,225,000. Built in 1997, the house is a 3/3 and has a pool, a fireplace and 2,992 square feet. It sold in 2013 for $350,000.

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Condos Mark and Danielle Pierro, of Palm Coast, sold 46 Club House Drive, Unit 107, to Charles Barry Thompson and Katherine Paige Thompson, of Palm Coast, for $176,000.

Built in 1977, the condo is a 2/2 and has 986 square feet.

It sold in 2017 for $95,000.

Reyes, of Palm Coast, for $166,900. Built in 2005, the condo is a 2/2 and has 951 square feet. It sold in 2006 for $163,900.

Nubia and Luis Claros, of Palm Coast, sold 9 Viscaya Lane, Unit 5, to Joseph Roy, as trustee, for $485,000. Built in 2001, the condo is a 2/2.5 and has 1,837 square feet. It sold in 2020 for $280,000.

Tara Madison, of San Francisco, California, sold 112 South Seventh St., Unit 2, to Lisa Hurst, of Jacksonville, for $185,000. Built in 1981, the 1/1 condo has 704 square feet.

It sold in 2022 for $237,000.

Scott McGann, as trustee, sold 42 Oxford Lane to Loralea Pfeiffer, of Palm Coast, for $190,000. Built in 1983, the condo is a 2/2 and has 1,098 square feet. It sold in 2004 for $114,900.

David Murphy, as trustee, sold 4600 E. Moody Blvd., Unit 3H, to Ines Castelo, of Fairfield, Connecticut, for $170,000. Built in 2005, the 2/2 condo has 951 square feet.

It sold in 2021 for $149,900.

Brian and Lisa Hagerty, of Palm Coast, sold 3500 S. Ocean Shore Blvd., Unit 206, to Donald Bruce Kinnan, of Kentucky, for $399,000. Built in 1976, the 2/2.5 condo has 1,201 square feet. It sold in 2008 for $97,600.

Rebecca Malik Suarez, as trustee, sold 4600 East Moody Blvd., Unit 6B, to Bryon Fernando Reyes Salvador and Gina Alexandra

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Halifax Plantation home is Ormond’s top sale

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NOV. 30-DEC. 6 Haute, Indiana, sold 26 Crosstie Court to Mark and Karen Champney, of Palm Coast, for $437,000. Built in 2000, the house is a 3/3 and has a fireplace, a pool and 2,182 square feet. It sold in 2020 for $310,000.

Indian Trails Bogdan Wrobel, of Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania, sold 51 Boiling Lane to Luis Gomez, of Palm Coast, for $465,000.

Built in 2023, the house is a 4/2.5 and has 2,086 square feet.

SGS Investments, LLC, of Ormond Beach, sold 64 Boston Lane to Cogo Investment LLC, of Pierson, and Fernandes Team LLC, of Palm Coast, for $255,000. Built in 2003, the house is a 3/2 and has 2,020 square feet. It sold in 2018 for $175,000.

Palm Harbor Douglas and Patricia Englert, of Bunnell, sold 4 Fortress Court to Bela Robert Bartanyi, of Palm Coast, for $330,000. Built in 2004, the house is a 3/2 and has a pool and 1,536 square feet. It sold in 2009 for $139,000.

Pine Lakes Gail and Howard Byrd, of Lakeland, sold 29 Woodholme Lane to Michael Ouellette, of Palm Coast, for $475,000. Built in 1994, the house is a 3/2 and has a pool and 2,186 square feet. It sold in 2021 for $390,500.

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house in Halifax Plantation was the top real estate transaction for Dec. 10-16 in Ormond Beach and Ormond-by-the-Sea. Taylor Morrison of Florida Inc., of Maitland, sold 1369 Arklow Circle to David Adey and Deborah Parsons, of Ormond Beach, for $764,000. Built in 2023, the house is a 5/4.5 and has 3,312 square feet.

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ORMOND BEACH Bosarvey Estates Catherine August Frederick, of Gulfport, sold 75 Seminole Ave. to Joshua Jenkins, as trustee, for $495,000. Built in 1923, the house is a 4/3 and has a pool, a fireplace and 2,676 square feet. It sold in 1999 for $146,000.

Breakaway Trails Yvonne Loguldlce, of Ormond Beach, sold 123 Deep Woods Way to Thomas and Katie Reardon, of Ormond Beach, for $655,000. Built in 2000, the house is a 4/4 and has a fireplace, a pool, a hot tub and 3,141 square feet. It sold in 2006 for $500,000.

Louis and Dolores Gill, of Weirsdale, sold 12 Noblewoods Way to Victoria Hinckley, of Ormond Beach, for $650,000. Built in 1988, the house is a 4/3.5 and has a pool, a fireplace and 2,395 square feet. It sold in 2017 for $340,000.

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DEC. 10-DEC. 16 Built in 1958, the house is a 3/2 and has a pool and 1,700 square feet. It sold in 2023 for $280,000.

Dolores Zaharios, of Ormond Beach, sold 228 North Beach Street to Keith Yarish and Ruby Anne Deveras, of Ormond Beach, for $715,000.

Built in 1950, the 4/2.5 house has a fireplace, an in-law suite and 1,850 square feet. It sold in 1989 for $108,000.

Halifax Plantation D.R. Horton, Inc., of Orlando, sold 2974 Monaghan Drive to Robert Frederick Ammerman and maria Annette PassamonteAmmerman, of Ormond Beach, for $472,300. Built in 2023, the house is a 3/3 and has 2,028 square feet.

Riviera Manor William and Timothy Johnson, of Melbourne, sold 608 Johnson Drive to Mohammad Kassem Khybery and Nancy Lou Khybery, of Daytona Beach, for $260,000. Built in 1971, the 3/2 house has a fireplace and 1,604 square feet.

It sold in 1984 for $50,000.

Not in a subdivision Toni Peterson, of Bunnell, sold 165 Ormond Parkway to Kari Keil, of Ormond Beach, for $425,000. Built in 1957, the house is a 2/2 and has a pool and 1,882 square feet. It sold in 1985 for $79,900.

Talaquah Stephanie Burrows, of Holly Hill, sold 7 Carrington Drive to Jiraporn Nimnuan and B.A. Brault, of Ormond Beach, for $550,000. Built in 1992, the house is a 3/3 and has a fireplace, a pool, a hot tub and 2,196 square feet. It sold in 2020 for $379,000.

Ormond Lakes Tom and Katie Reardon, of Ormond Beach, sold 34 Blockhouse Court to Jason and Dawn Hrynkiw, of Ormond Beach, for $457,000.

Built in 1998, the 3/2 house has 2,048 square feet. It sold in 2015 for $227,000.

Ormond Terrace Pinellas Equities LLC, of Irving, Texas, sold 287 North Yonge Street to JCMC Enterprise LLC, of Richmond, California, for $295,200.

ORMOND BY THE SEA Plaza Shores Anne Ryan, of Palm Coast, sold 35 Plaza Drive to Angela Adams, of Ormond Beach, for $425,000. Built in 1967, the house is a 3/2 and has 1,297 square feet. It sold in 2019 for $265,000.

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

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Fighting fire with fire Volusia County Fire Rescue leads inter-agency wildfire training academy

Volusia County Fire Rescue firefighter James Lucas uses a drip torch in a prescribed burn. Photos by Jarleene Almenas

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Firefighters gather around a sand table to talk about strategies to fight wildfires.

“The goal is to equip firefighters with the technical knowhow and the strategic thinking necessary for effective initial attack and management of wildland fires.”

JOE KING, VCFR Chief

Flagler County Fire Lt. Jason Powell, a member of the Southern Area Engine Academy cadre, fires a fire flare gun in a prescribed burn.

Over 10 different agencies — both local and from out-of-state — are participating in the Southern Area Engine Academy this week, a training event hosted by Volusia County Fire Rescue.

Held at the Florida Sheriff’s Youth Camp in Barberville, the weeklong academy began on Saturday, Jan. 20, and runs through Friday, Jan. 26. The class consists of 36 students and aims to teach firefighters about the suppression of wildfires and the management of prescribed fires.

Volusia County Fire Rescue Battalion Cmdr. Scott Smoak, of Ormond Beach, said the academy teaches the firefighters about wildland engines, tactics to fight wildfires and how to protect homes and structures while doing so.

“We are doing this to effectively protect the community and to be able to provide safe measures for the community and how to keep us as firefighters safe,” Smoak said.

In addition to learning about operating pumps from water sources during wildfire incidents, on Tuesday, Jan. 23, the students also performed a prescribed burn.

While wildfires can be very destructive, prescribed burns help with habitat restoration for wildlife, Smoak said.

According to a Volusia County press release, the Southern Area Engine Academy is “an embodiment of inter-agency collaboration,” and specifically targets supervisors and crew members crucial in tactical decision-making during wildfires and prescribed fires.

“The goal is to equip firefighters with the technical know-how and the strategic thinking necessary for effective initial attack and management of wildland fires,” VCFR Chief Joe King said in the press release. “The Southern Area Engine Academy is where theory meets practice, ensuring our firefighters are prepared for any challenge.”

Smoak said his favorite part of the academy is the networking that comes with it.

“It is a big community, in reference to firefighters,” he said.

“There’s over 1 million firefighters in the nation. But it’s such a tight-knit group that, even though we’re here in Florida, there’s people in different parts of the nation that we know and communicate pretty much on a daily or sometimes a weekly basis.”

Florida Forest Service Bunnell District, Flagler County Fire Rescue, Brevard County Fire Rescue, Orange City Fire Department, St. Johns River Water Management District and other agencies assist with the academy.

Firefighters participate in a training session hosted by the Southern Area Engine Academy.

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Garden Club at Palm Coast plants tree for Federation of Garden Clubs’s 100th anniversary SIERRA WILLIAMS STAFF WRITER

The Garden Club at Palm Coast teamed up with the city to plant a new bald cypress tree on Jan. 19 in honor of Florida Arbor Day and the Florida Federation of Garden Clubs’s 100th anniversary.

Over 150 garden clubs across the state planted trees at 11 a.m. in honor of the Federation’s anniversary, club President Denise Garcia said.

Because of the projected overcast weather, the city of Palm Coast and the Garden Club planted its tree a few days early and celebrated the holiday and anniversary by spreading mulch around the base of the new tree instead.

The club also handed out free wax myrtle seedlings to attendees in celebration of Arbor Day. “Let’s plant these all over Palm Coast, and let’s let everyone know where they came from,” Garcia said.

The new cypress was planted behind City Hall, along the north end of the walking path at Central Park in Town Center.

The new tree was purchased from Southern Horticulture in St. Augustine and stands between 12 and 14 feet tall. Kathleen Fuss, Arbor Day chairperson for the Garden Club, said the bald cypress can grow up to 70 feet tall and have a 40-foot canopy.

“So it’s going to be a beautiful, beautiful specimen facing City Hall,” she said.

Arbor Day was established as a holiday to celebrate trees and their importance to the environment.

100 YEARS Members of the Garden Club at Palm Coast and city employees pose with the newly planted bald cypress tree at City Hall. Photo by Sierra Williams

Florida was one of the first states to establish an Arbor Day holiday, according to the Florida Wildlife Federation’s website.

The state celebrates Arbor Day on the third Friday of January, while the national Arbor Day is the last Friday of April, and the city’s Arbor Day holiday is the first Saturday of May. Palm Coast will host its Arbor Day

— with its signature butterfly release — on May 4 this year, Palm Coast’s Urban Forrester Carol Mini said.

Being part of planting trees encourages a sense of community, she said.

“Maybe in 10 years, you drive by and you look and you say, ‘oh my gosh, look at how that tree has grown.

I was a part of that,’” Mini said.

Palm Coast Chief Sustainability Officer Maeven Rogers read a proclamation on behalf of the city honoring the Federation’s 100th anniversary and Florida Arbor Day at the ceremony. She said the trees she grew up with in her back yard in West Virginia — a walnut tree and a cherry tree — provided an “essential framework” for her future in envi-

ronmental work.

“What we plant in our yards is vital for tomorrow,” Rogers said. “Not just for us, but for the future of tomorrow, for the that nest here, for the habitat that needs this as a food source and protection.”

YOUR TOWN BRENDAN WANG NAMED FPC SENIOR OF THE MONTH Flagler Palm Coast International Baccalureate student and Flagler County Student School Board member Brendan Wang has been named FPC’s January Senior of the Month.

Brendan Wang is celebrated as FPC’s January Senior of the Month.

SAVANNAH O’GRADY NAMED FLAGLER COUNTY ROTARY STUDENT ATHLETE OF THE MONTH FOR Savannah O’Grady has been named the Flagler County Rotary Student Athlete of the Month for Flagler Palm Coast.

FPC girls soccer coach Pete Hald presented the award to O’Grady, an outstanding student and soccer player who plans to attend Eastern Florida State College and play soccer.

O’Grady, who wants to be a college coach someday, said her mother, an educator, and her father,

a college coach, have inspired her.

She said she didn’t expect to win any awards this year after tearing the ACL in her right knee.

But she said she realized, “Sometimes we get stuck on the tangible things and we don’t really focus on the way we impact people and the relationships we hold with them. The relationships you build with people are way more important than any awards you can stand up here and get.”

Savannah O’Grady with Flagler County Rotary President Charles Barbel, FPC girls soccer coach Pete Hald, brother John O’Grady, mom Lisa O’Grady and FPC athletic director Scott Drabczyk. Courtesy photos

KAROLINA JARONIS NAMED FLAGLER ROTARY STUDENT ATHLETE OF THE MONTH FOR MATANZAS Matanzas High School senior swimmer Karolina Jaronis was named the Flagler Rotary Student Athlete of the Month for Matanzas High School.

Jaronis was presented by Matanzas swim coach Carrie Purdy and athletic director Jordan Butler.

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TROPHIES FOR MATANZAS JROTC DRILL TEAMS Matanzas High School’s Army Junior ROTC’s four drill teams all won first place this past weekend at Williston High.

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THURSDAY, JAN. 25

TIGER BAY ECO-BUGGY TOUR When: 9:30 a.m. to noon Where: Tiger Bay State Forest, 2201 Rima Ridge Road, Ormond Beach Details: Forest rangers from the Florida Forest Service will discuss and demonstrate the use and benefits of prescribed fire in land management and willdland fuels reduction. The burning demonstration is weather dependent. All ages are welcome. Free Explore Volusia program presented by the county.

Reservations required. Search for Green Volusia activities on Eventbrite.com or contact Tommy Nordmann at tnordmann@volusia.org or at 386-736-5927, ext. 12072.

MAGIC HISTORY AND MYTHS When: 2 p.m.

Where: Ormond Beach Library auditorium, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach Details: The Friends of the Ormond Beach Library will present a program on the history of magic, featuring magician Peter Bugnet. Free program.

‘THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK MUSICAL’ When: 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Jan. 25-26 Where: Matanzas High School, 3535 Pirate Nation Way, Palm Coast Details: The Flagler Playhouse is presenting this musical, telling the story of a new tenant Armadillo Acres — and all the havoc she wreaks at the trailer park. Tickets cost $30. Visit flaglerplayhouse.org.

FRIDAY, JAN. 26

ARTIST TALK WITH CLARE RADIGAN: CREATIVE PROCESS When: 11 a.m. to noon Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach Details: Clare Radigan, whose works are on display at OMAM’s “Surreal Worlds” exhibition, will discuss where her ideas originate and why she paints them. Free admission.

Registration is required. Visit ormondartmuseum.org.

HUMAN NATURE: BACK TO THE SOUND OF MOTOWN When: 7 p.m.

Where: Fitzgerald Performing Arts Center, 5500 E. Highway 100, Palm Coast Details: See this group, presented by Smokey Robinson, perform Motown hits. Tickets start at $54. Visit flaglerauditorium.org.

GUNS AND HOSES CHILI CHALLENGE When: 12-2 p.m.

Where: Veterans Park, 101 S. Oceanshore Blvd., Flagler Beach Details: The Flagler Woman’s invites the public to attend the Guns and Hoses Chili Challenge between first responders. For $10, attendees may sample all the various chilies and vote on which one is best for the fan favorite prize. There will be music, a bake sale and raffles. For more information, call 388-569-7813 or 908-839-8862.

BATTLEFIELD TO BOWTIE CHARITY GALA When: 6-10 p.m.

Where: Anderson Price Memorial Building, 42 N. Beach St., Ormond Beach Details: Pop Smoke K-9 for Veterans, an Ormond Beach nonprofit, will be holding its first fundraising event, designed to celebrate the journey of veterans as they transition from military service to civilian life. The evening will feature stories from veterans, a silent auction, live entertainment and a gourmet dinner. Individual gala tickets cost $100. Visit https://www. popsmokek9forveterans.org.

SUNDAY, JAN. 28

VFW POST 8696 FREE VIETNAM VETERANS LUNCH When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where: VFW Post 8696, 47 Old Kings Road North, Palm Coast Details: In recognition of the signing of the Vietnam Peace Accord, VFW Post 8696 is inviting all Vietnam veterans to a free lunch consisting of a barbecue pulled pork sandwich and potato salad. Friends and family may attend as well for $9.50.

MOVIES ON THE HALIFAX When: 6:30 p.m.

Where: Rockefeller Gardens, 26 Riverside Drive, Ormond Beach Details: Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy a showing of “Sing 2,” rated PG. Movies are weather-sensitive. Call 386-6763216 for rainout information.

is celebrating the opening of “Fiber Art — Natural Expressions,” a collection of sculpture and wall art by Liz Canali, Amy Hemphill Dove and Jenna Weston. The reception will feature music from the Al Canali Project. The exhibition will be on display through March 16.

ART WALK When: 3-7 p.m.

Where: Ormond Beach MainStreet Arts District, 128 W. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach Details: Join Ocean Art Gallery, Frame of Mind, Art Spotlight, The Studio by Artist Angel Lowden, the Ormond Memorial Art Museum and more on the first Saturday of each month for art openings and art events.

TUNNEL TO TOWERS 2024 When: 8-10:30 a.m.

Where: Central Park at Town Center, 975 Central Ave., Palm Coast Details: The city of Palm Coast is hosting the third annual Tunnel to Towers 5K Run/Walk.

The previous two events raised nearly $30,000, with all proceeds going to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Visit https://runsignup. com/Race/FL/PalmCoast/TunneltoTowers5KRunWalkPalmCoastFL.

INVINCIBLE: A GLORIOUS TRIBUTE TO MICHAEL JACKSON When: 7 p.m.

Where: Flagler Auditorium, 5500 E. Highway 100, Palm Coast Details: See this tribute show dedicated to Michael Jackson. The production aims to recreate his performances’ energy, talent and magic while playing homage to his career. Tickets cost $64. Visit flaglerauditorium.org.

‘THE IMPACT OF MARY MCLEOD BETHUNE ON THE DAYTONA BEACH AREA’ When: 10-11 a.m.

Where: Anderson-Price Memorial Building, 42 N. Beach St., Ormond Beach Details: Daytona State Professor Leonard Lempel will speak on Mary McLeod Bethune’s history, including how she and her school influenced and continue to influence the local area. This is a free program sponsored by the Florida Humanities Speakers Bureau and hosted by the Ormond Beach Historical Society.

J ALAN SIX BAND CONCERT When: 7:30 p.m.

Where: MetroHealth Stadium at Pictona, 1060 Ridgewood Ave., Holly Hill Details: The Holly Hill 2024 Concert Series will begin with the J Alan Six Band, which performs country music. Tickets start at $13. Visit hollyhillevents.org.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS PANCAKE BREAKFAST When: 8 a.m. to noon Where: Social Hall at St. Brendan Catholic Church, 1000 Ocean Shore Blvd., Ormond Beach Details: The Father Eamonn Gill Council 13018 Knights of Columbus will serve a pancake breakfast. The meal includes all the pancakes you can eat, scrambled eggs, a sausage link, orange juice and endless coffee.

The breakfast costs $6 and children under 12 eat free. All are welcome.

SATURDAY, JAN. 27

ARTS AND CRAFTS SHOW When: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where: VFW Post 8696, 47 Old Kings Road, Palm Coast Details: Come join VFW Post 8696 for an arts and crafts show benefiting veteran programs.

There will be a variety of craft vendors with handmade items plus a baked goods table.

GRANADA GRAND FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Where: New Britain Avenue, from Beach Street to Ridgewood Avenue Details: Ormond Beach MainStreet and the Ormond Beach Arts District’s 10th annual free arts festival is back, featuring live music, handson activities and of course, lots of art.

There will also be an artisan market.

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EXERCISES FOR THE MATURING BODY When: 9:30 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays Where: First Baptist Church of Palm Coast, 6050 Palm Coast Parkway, Palm Coast Details: Attend upbeat classes presented by Synergy Senior Fitness and taught by Senior Fitness Specialist Artie Gardella. Classes are ongoing. Insurances that cover fitness accepted, or a donation for those with no coverage. Visit Synergyseniorfitness.com.

MOAS EXHIBITIONS When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday Where: Museum of Arts and Sciences, 352 S. Nova Road, Daytona Beach Details: Want to spend a day looking at fine art? The Museum of Arts and Sciences has the following shows on display: “The Lure of Florida Fishing.”

‘FIBER ART — NATURAL EXPRESSIONS’ OPENING RECEPTION When: 1-3:30 p.m.

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WOMEN’S BOOK CLUB When: 12:30-2 p.m. every Tuesday, beginning Jan. 9 Where: Central Baptist Church, 152 Fairview Ave., Daytona Beach Details: Join this book club, which will study “Love Stories of the Bible Speak” by Shannon Bream. The book club wil meet in the Marchman Building, room 117. Contact Sylvia Meincke at 386-451-5223.

MOMS OF PRE SCHOOLERS When: 9:30-11:30 a.m. on the second and fourth Friday of the month Where: Central Baptist Church, 152 Fairview Ave., Daytona Beach Details: Moms of Pre Schoolers is a free faith-based program for moms, moms-to-be and their preschoolers for support and encouragement.

Breakfast is provided, as well as a video with discussion and crafts.

Playtime offered for children, with adult supervision. Call 386-2552588.

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YOGA OUTDOORS When: 10 a.m.

Where: Ormond Beach Environmental Discovery Center, 601 Division Ave., Ormond Beach Details: The Environmental Discovery Center is hosting a free outdoor beginner level yoga class

by Victoria Bennett. Chairs available. Mats recommended. Space is limited. Call 386-615-7081.

ART LEAGUE OF DAYTONA BEACH’S ANNUAL MEMBERS’ AWARDS EXHIBIT When: 1-4 p.m. Tuesday to Sunday, through Feb. 16 Where: Art League of Daytona Beach,433 S. Palmetto Ave., Daytona Beach Details: See this exhibit featuring art of all mediums by the members of the Art League of Daytona Beach.

The exhibit will run through Feb. 16.

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BLUE JEANS AND BLING When: 6-10 p.m.

Where: Flagler County Fairgrounds, 150 Sawgrass Road, Bunnell Details: Attend this benefit dinner and auction supporting the 4-H and FFA Youth Awards and Scholarship Fund. Tickets cost $50 per person. Attire is jeans and your best bling. Visit flaglercountyfair.com.

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SPORTS Five Star 3-peat Seabreeze girls soccer wins conference title for the third year in a row.

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Seabreeze junior forward Annabel Thistle said the Sandcrabs were expecting to meet New Smyrna Beach for the Five Star Conference girls soccer championship.

Of the four Volusia and Flagler County teams that the Sandcrabs faced this season, New Smyrna Beach was the only one they did not beat. NSB tied Seabreeze 1-1 on Dec. 12.

“We expected New Smyrna Beach to be in the finals. We prepared for them. They’re very good,” Thistle said.

Instead, Flagler Palm Coast upended the Barracudas in a shootout in the semifinals to face Seabreeze for the title.

But the Sandcrabs took care of business, withstanding a driving rain, and a heady Bulldogs squad to win 3-1 on Jan. 18 at the Ormond Beach Sports Complex to take home the Five Star Conference championship trophy for the third year in a row.

“It’s really big because it’s our three-peat, and because we’re trying to keep it going,” said Thistle, who scored the Sandcrabs’ first two goals in the game.

Seabreeze coach Eli Freidus said his first goal for the Sancrabs to be the top team locally. Seabreeze, which finished the regular season with an 8-6-1 playing several highly ranked teams, were tops in the area for the third year in a row with a 5-0-1 record against Volusia-Flagler teams.

Thistle, playing left wing, scored both her goals off assists from Olivia Chase to put the Sandcrabs ahead 2-0.

The Bulldogs (11-9-2) got on the scoreboard before halftime on Isabella Kummernes’ first goal of the season. The sophomore was fourth on the team last year with eight goals but was playing in just her seventh game this season after returning from a preseason injury.

FPC almost tied the score with about 24 minutes left. Seabreeze goalkeeper Chloe Frank made a save on Erin Hughes’ shot that took Frank out of goal, but the Bulldogs’ follow hugged the line before Seabreeze players kicked it away.

“The ball kept going. I was so nervous, but at that point there wasn’t much I could do,” said Thistle, who was watching from about midfield.

“Being one up is very dangerous, especially in a tournament like this.”

About 10 minutes later, Kyle Watson scored to give the Sandcrabs an insurance goal.

“She beat like three players,” Freidus said. “She kind of chopped their defense up and scored. It was a nice goal.”

The Bulldogs followed the loss with a 0-0 tie against Merritt Island, the ninth-ranked team in Class 5A, in their regular-season finale on Jan. 19.

FPC was also tied at 0-0 through regulation and two overtime periods with New Smyrna Beach in the Five Star semifinal on Jan. 16. But the Bulldogs beat the ’Cudas 4-3 in a penalty-kick shootout with FPC goalkeeper Natalie Neal making two saves and scoring one of the Bulldogs’ penalty kicks herself.

Neal had 12 saves against the ’Cudas, 14 saves against the Sandcrabs and 10 saves against Merritt Island. She finished the season with nine clean sheets.

FPC will be the second seed in the District 2-7A tournament at Daytona State College in Daytona Beach, and will meet Sanford Seminole or DeLand in the semifinals at 7 p.m.

Jan. 26. Seabreeze and Matanzas are the top two seeds, respectively, in the District 5-5A tournament at the Ormond Beach Sports Complex.

Both semifinals are scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Jan. 25. Matanzas will meet Mainland and Seabreeze will face the Pine Ridge-Deltona winner.

The District 5-5A boys tournament will also be at the Ormond Beach Sports Complex with Matanzas, Seabreeze and Mainland seeded first, second and third, respectively.

Seabreeze and Mainland will meet in one semifinal at 5:30 p.m. Jan. 25, while Matanzas will meet the Deltona-Pine Ridge winner in the other semifinal at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 26.

In the District 2-7A boys tourney,

Flagler Palm Coast’s Hailey Sammons controls the ball..

Seabreeze’s Hannah Howell kicks the ball forward.

fourth-seeded FPC will host No. 5 DeLand at 6 p.m. Jan. 25. The winner faces No. 1 seed Lake Mary on Jan. 29 at Daytona State.

The Sandcrabs pose with the Five Star Conference trophy. Seabreeze won the conference tournament for the third year in a row.

“It’s really big because it’s our three-peat, and because we’re trying to keep it going.”

ANNABEL THISTLE, Seabreeze junior

Seabreeze’s Kylie Watson (1) controls the ball as FPC’s Skyler Strickland gives chase. Photos by Brent Woronoff

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Davis’ season debut, Jefferson’s return spark Matanzas in win over FPC Former Bulldog Rya’sir ‘Rock’ Jefferson scored 21 of his 28 points in the second half to lead the Pirates over Flagler Palm Coast.

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FPC’s Matt Rodriguez shoots a jumper.

Rodriguez had three 3-pointers and finished with 11 points.

FPC’s cheerleaders root for the Bulldogs.

Bulldogs for the second year in a row, 72-62.

But both of them might have been nervous early, Matanzas coach Henry Robinson said. Davis got into early foul trouble and Jefferson started out cold before scoring 21 points in the second half as the Pirates began to

stretch a one-point halftime lead.

“Alex has been talking about this game the last two and a half weeks,” Robinson said. “He was very excited, a little too excited. That’s why he got in foul trouble.”

Davis and 6-foot-7 freshman Henry Robinson Jr. expect to cause opponents trouble inside the rest of the season. And with teams having to double up on one of the big men, shooters Jefferson and Tariq Shakir expect to get more open looks.

“Having Alex back changes the whole dynamic of the team,” Robinson Sr. said. “We’re going to shake things up in the district tournament.”

Robinson Jr. finished with 18 points and 12 rebounds and was thrilled to finally play in a game alongside

“Having Alex back changes the whole dynamic of the team. We’re going to shake things up in the district tournament.”

HENRY ROBINSON, Matanzas boys basketball coach

Matanzas guard Rock Jefferson drives to the hoop in front of FPC’s Anthony Hampton (20), and Corinthians Watson (0). Photos by Brent Woronoff

Davis.

“It felt good to have my brother back on the court,” Robinson Jr. said. “We’ve been saying all season, ‘When Alex comes back, when Alex comes back.’ It really took defenders off of me. Now you have to focus on me and Alex. I’m really excited about what’s going to happen the rest of the season.”

The Pirates won for the fifth time in six games to improve to 8-10. But they followed the win with two close home losses to Oakleaf and Cocoa.

Jameer Clark led the Bulldogs (8-10) with 17 points, but he did not have a good shooting night, FPC coach Michael Talley said. Matt Rodriguez added 11 points with three 3-pointers for the Bulldogs, while Anthony Hampton and Caumarion Lang scored 10 points apiece.

FPC led 28-26 before Robinson Jr. hit a 3-point shot from beyond half court at the halftime buzzer to put the Pirates up 29-28. The sore was tied at 43 before Matanzas’ Malik Murray hit a 3-pointer in the final minute of the third quarter and Robinson Jr. added two free throws to put the Pirates up for good at 48-43 entering the fourth quarter.

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end,” Talley said. “And having crucial turnovers late hurt. Turnovers will kill you, especially when you’re playing a talented team that has good shooters and also has some size.”

A dunk by Robinson Jr. with 2:34 left put Matanzas up 68-56. Another dunk by Davis a minute later gave the Pirates their largest lead of the game at 70-57.

Robinson Jr. scored nine of his points in the fourth quarter. Jefferson connected on five of nine 3-point attempts. He had three in the third quarter.

“Rock was really shaky in the first half,” Robinson Sr. said. “I said, ‘The problem is you’re too amped up.

Settle down and you’ll score 20 in the second half.’ And he did.”

Jefferson said his teammates told him they were going to look for him from the start.

“The first half I was short on my shots,” he said. “But my teammates and coaches told me to keep shooting. Everybody around me believes in me, and I believe in them too. I started here (at FPC), so this game was everything for me. This was my moment.”

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Matanzas basketball players Alex Davis and Rya’sir “Rock” Jefferson were excited about the Jan. 17 game at Flagler Palm Coast, perhaps too excited, according to their coach.

Davis, a 6-foot-9 sophomore, was playing in his first game of the season after being ineligible through the first semester. He and his teammates had been anticipating his return to the lineup all season. Junior guard Jefferson was hyped because he had played for FPC as a freshman and sat out last season after transferring to Matanzas.

Davis’ return to the lineup and Jefferson’s return to his former school were both successful. Jefferson scored a game-high 28 points and Davis finished with 11 points and 10 rebounds as the Pirates defeated the

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In Mel Brooks’ Star Wars spoof, “Space Balls,” light speed wasn’t fast enough, so the ship went to “ludicrous speed.”

A tough schedule wasn’t hard enough this season for Mainland’s girls basketball team — the reigning Class 5A state champion — so coach Brandon Stewart compiled a ludicrous schedule.

The Buccaneers have a 7-11 record, but they are still ranked fourth in the state among 5A teams. On Saturday, Jan. 20, they played a local team for the first time this season, crushing Atlantic 62-25 in the first round of the Five Star Conference tournament at the Sharks’ gym.

“This was the first team we played this year that was not in the final four last year or nationally ranked last year or in the top 10 in the state,” Stewart said.

The Bucs hit on all cylinders

Mainland’s Olivia Olson gets ready to shoot a free throw. Olson went 4 for 4 from the free throw line and scored 16 points.

against the Sharks (8-9), draining nine 3-pointers and pulling out to a 35-point lead in the third quarter to force a running clock the rest of the way.

Mainland, the second seed in the tournament behind Spruce Creek, was scheduled to meet Deltona (124), a 61-29 winner over Flagler Palm Coast earlier in the day, in the Five Star semifinals at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 24, at Atlantic. The title game is scheduled for Jan. 26.

The Bucs were unable to win the

Senior guard Tia Dobson brings the ball upcourt.

“The girls are able to see how the hard games help us in ways we didn’t even know. Today we continued to trust each other. Even when we were winning by a lot, they continued to play together.”

Anovia Sheals scored a game-high 18 points in Mainland’s 62-25 win over Atlantic in the first round of the Five Star Conference tournament. Photos by Brent Woronoff

Five Star last year, because Mainland and University were issued a double-forfeit in their first-round game after a fight broke out. Two years ago, the Bucs opted out of the tournament.

This year, they’d like to take home the trophy.

“I’m excited (about the Five Star) because we play against teams from around here,” Bucs guard Samantha Lecas said.

Lecas was one of three Bucs to score in double figures against Atlantic. Anovia Sheals scored a game-high 18 points, Olivia Olson had 16 points and Lecas made four 3-pointers and finished with 14 points.

Stewart said the Bucs are prepared mentally and physically to make another run at a state title.

“The girls are able to see how the hard games help us in ways we didn’t even know,” he said. “Today we continued to trust each other. Even when we were winning by a lot, they continued to play together.”

“We’re just getting better,” Lecas said.

In the boys Five Star tournament, Mainland defeated Pine Ridge 74-37.

Narayan Thomas scored 27 points and Nathan Kirk scored 20 points for the Bucs. They will meet Atlantic on Jan. 25 in the semifinals. The Sharks defeated FPC 68-62.

HOUSE THAT GEORGE BUILT Flagler Palm Coast’s girls basketball players walked from the Atlantic High School parking lot to the gym and saw their coach’s name plastered in giant letters on the side: “George E. Butts GYMNASIUM.” “They were amazed,” said Butts. “Some of them didn’t know the gym was named after me.”

Butts coached the Atlantic girls basketball team for 25 seasons, winning 515 games and advancing to three final fours.

“You have mixed emotions going back to the house that you built,” he said. “It felt different

going into the visitors locker room and sitting on the visitors bench.”

The result in his first game back wasn’t what he was looking for. The young Bulldogs fell to Deltona 61-29 in a first-round Five Star Conference tournament game.

“I’m in no way disappointed,” said Butts, whose squad fell to 7-10 with three games left in the regular season. “We’re just young. I’m trying to rebuild the program. We’re going to weather the storm. I’ll be with them all summer.”

The highlight of the loss for the Bulldogs, Butts said, was senior Kameron Gordon pulling down 10 rebounds.

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Matanzas wrestlers win six titles at Lady Pirate Classic Jordan Mills won another tourney championship to remain undefeated; FPC edged out in Class 3A duals championships.

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BOYS TOURNAMENTS

Matanzas senior Jordan Mills remained undefeated in winning the 190-pound title in the War Eagle Classic at Poinciana High School

Matanzas’ Autumn Jarvis won the 120-pound championship.

Sisters Ana Vilar and Alisha Vilar (top) of FPC step outside the gym.

in Kissimmee. Mills, ranked first in the state in Class 2A, defeated No. 2 Sawyer VanRider of New Smyrna Beach 5-1 in the final. VanRider has committed to Campbell University, a Division I wrestling program.

Matanzas and New Smyrna are both in District 4-2A, so Mills and VanRider could meet three more times this postseason.

Mikey Fries (144), Mason Obama (150) and A.J. Sanchez (157) all placed third for the Pirates, while Trevin Johnston (113) and Carmine Lania (175) were fourth.

Flagler Palm Coast’s run in the Class 3A state duals championship came to an end on Jan. 12 with a 36-34 loss to Gainesville Buchholz in the Region 1 semifinals (the round of 16). Buchholz won six matches to FPC’s eight wins, but all six of the Bobcats’ wins were by pins, producing bonus points.

“The message is if you’re on your back, fight like heck to get off your back, and if you have your opponent on their back, fight like heck to get the pin,” FPC coach David Bossardet said.

The Bulldogs had Joslyn Johnson wrestling at 113-pound class and she pinned her opponent in the Buchholz match.

“She’s as tough as she can be, and she’s our best bet at 113,” Bossardet

Matanzas’ Ani Brown removes her headgear after a match. Brown won the 170-235-pound title at the Pat White Memorial Lady Pirate Classic on Jan. 18. Photos

by Brent Woronoff

said.

Johnson will be back wrestling with the girls in the postseason.

The Bulldogs had three dual matches last week. They defeated Deltona 69-7 and Atlantic 71-6 but lost to Clay 43-26.

The big tournament this week will

be the annual Flagler Rotary on Jan. 26-27 at FPC. Thirty teams, including Fleming Island, Harmony, Winter Springs and Brunswick, Georgia, will be in the field. Mainland is the only other local team in the field.

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Matanzas and Flagler Palm Coast girls wrestlers won seven of eight weight classes contested at the Pat White Memorial Lady Pirate Classic on Jan. 18 at the Pirates’ gym.

Six Matanzas wrestlers won championships in their weight classes, including the Pirates’ heavyweight, Ani Brown, who won a combined class of 170, 190 and 235 pounds.

Matanzas’ Jazlyn Golder (105), Mariah Mills (115), Autumn Jarvis (120), Tiana Fries (140) and Kendall Bibla (155) also won titles. FPC’s Ana Vilar won the 135-pound title. Her sister, Alisha Vilar, finished second to Fries at 140. FPC’s Gabby Jones placed second to Bibla at 155. Matanzas’ R’Carden Michel placed second to Mills at 115.

Bartram Trail’s Katherine Stewart won the 145-pound title. Bibla defeated Stewart in the 145-pound state championship match last season.

Matanzas won the team title with 142 points. Just eight schools sent wrestlers to the tournament this year because it was scheduled on a Thursday afternoon due to a weekend event scheduled at the gym.

In other girls tournaments this past week, Matanzas placed fourth at the Girls Elite 8 Duals Championship at Orlando Freedom High School.

Coach Mike Fries brought 10 wrestlers to the tournament. South Dade, with a full roster of 14 wrestlers, won the title. Tiana Fries, Bibla and Mills all went undefeated in the tourney.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING CITY OF BUNNELL, FLORIDA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE CITY OF BUNNELL, FLORIDA will hold a Public Hearing as authorized by law at 6:00 P.M. on the 6th day of February 2024, for the purpose of hearing Ordinance 2024-XX Amending the Future Land Use and Conservation Elements in the 2035 Comprehensive Plan, before the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board, in the Chambers Meeting Room of the Flagler County Government Services Building (GSB) located at 1769 East Moody Blvd, Bunnell, Florida 32110.

ORDINANCE 2024-XX AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BUNNELL, FLORIDA AMENDING THE CITY OF BUNNELL COMPREHENSIVE PLAN, AS PREVIOUSLY AMENDED; PROVIDING FOR AMENDMENT TO THE FUTURE LAND USE ELEMENT OF THE CITY OF BUNNELL COMPREHENSIVE PLAN; PROVIDING FOR AMENDMENT TO THE CONSERVATION ELEMENT OF THE CITY OF BUNNELL COMPREHENSIVE PLAN; PROVIDING FOR LEGISLATIVE FINDINGS AND INTENT; PROVIDING FOR THE TAKING OF IMPLEMENTING ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS; PROVIDING FOR RATIFICATION OF PRIOR ACTS OF THE CITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION AND DIRECTIONS TO THE CODE CODIFIER AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE INVITED TO PARTICIPATE as may be legally permitted on the day of the meeting. Instructions on how to participate by electronic or other means, if legally permitted, would be found on the City of Bunnell’s website at www. bunnellcity.us on the homepage. The public is advised to check the City’s website for up-todate information on any changes to the manner in which the meeting will be held and the location. The failure of a person to appear during said hearing and comment on or object to the proposed Ordinance, either in person or in writing, might preclude the ability of such person to contest the Ordinance at a later date. A copy of all pertinent information this ordinance can be obtained at the office of the Bunnell Customer Service Office, 604 E. Moody Blvd. Unit 6, Bunnell, FL 32110. Persons with disabilities needing assistance to attend this proceeding should contact the Bunnell City Clerk at (386) 437-7500 x 5 at least 48-business hours prior to the meeting.

NOTICE: If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board on this matter a recording of the proceeding may be needed and for such purposes the person may need to ensure that a verbatim record is made which includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is based. (Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes)

NOTICE OF INTENT TO USE UNIFORM METHOD OF COLLECTING NON-AD VALOREM ASSESSMENTS Flagler County, Florida (the “County”) hereby provides notice, pursuant to section 197.3632(3)(a), Florida Statutes, of its intent to use the uniform method of collecting nonad valorem special assessments to fund the following: -Beach renourishment services, facilities, and programs in the unincorporated area of the County and the incorporated areas of the municipalities of Beverly Beach, Bunnell, Flagler Beach, Marineland, and Palm Coast; -Stormwater services, facilities, and programs in the unincorporated area of the County and the incorporated areas of the municipalities of Beverly Beach, Bunnell,and Marineland; -Fire rescue services, facilities, and programs in the unincorporated area of the County and the incorporated areas of the municipalities of Beverly Beach, Bunnell, and Marineland; and -Roadway improvements, services, facilities, and programs in the unincorporated area of the County and the incorporated areas of the municipalities of Flagler Beach, Bunnell, and Palm Coast.

These assessments will commence in the Fiscal Year beginning on October 1, 2024 and continue year to year until discontinued by the County. The County will consider the adoption of resolutions electing to use the uniform method of collecting such assessments authorized by section 197.3632, Florida Statutes, at a public hearing to be held at 5:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as possible, on February 19, 2024, in the Board Chambers, 1769 East Moody Blvd., Bldg. 2, Bunnell, Florida. Such resolutions will state the need for the levy and will contain a legal description of the boundaries of the real property subject to the levy. Copies of the proposed forms of resolution, which contains the legal description of the real property subject to the levy, are on file and available for inspection at the Office of the County Administrator located at 1769 E. Moody Boulevard, Building 2, Florida, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. All interested persons are invited to attend.

In the event any person decides to appeal any decision by the County with respect to any matter relating to the consideration of the resolution at the above-referenced public hearing, a record of the proceeding may be needed and in such an event, such person may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the public hearing is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence on which the appeal is to be based. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons needing a special accommodation or an interpreter to participate in this proceeding should contact the Flagler County Administration Office at (386) 313-4001, at least 48 hours prior to the date of the hearing.

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 Scientific Nutrition located at 85 Brewster 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 23rd day of January, 2024.

Jill Chrzanowski January 25, 2024 24-00022F

NOTICE OF ACTION IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY Case No. 2023-CA-000653 Division: 49 MARCIA M. WILK and THEODORE F. WILK Plaintiffs, vs.

JAMES ALLEN, Deceased, et al, Defendant(s).

TO: WANDA ALLEN TISDALE, YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action to quiet title to the following property in Flagler County, Florida: LOT 1 AND 10, BLOCK 2, LINCOLN HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION, A SUBDIVISION ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OR MAP THEREOF DESCRIBED IN PLAT BOOK 2, AT PAGE(S) 18, 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 Vincent L. Sullivan, Esq., the Plaintiff ’s attorney, whose address is 145 City Place, Suite 301, Palm Coast, Florida 32137, on or before 30 days after the first publication 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 1/23/2024.

TOM BEXLEY Clerk of Court (SEAL) By: /s/ Amy Perez Deputy Clerk Vincent L. Sullivan, Esq. the Plaintiff ’s attorney 145 City Place, Suite 301 Palm Coast, Florida 32137 Jan. 25; Feb. 1, 8, 15, 2024 24-00018G

January 25, 2024

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING CITY OF BUNNELL, FLORIDA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE CITY OF BUNNELL, FLORIDA will hold a Public Hearing as authorized by law at 6:00 P.M. on the 6th day of February 2024, for the purpose of hearing Case No. SE 2023-06 Requesting special exception approval, before the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board, in the Chambers Meeting Room of the Flagler County Government Services Building (GSB) located at 1769 East Moody Blvd, Bunnell, Florida 32110.

SE 2023-06 REQUEST SPECIAL EXCEPTION APPROVAL TO STORE COMMERCIAL VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT ON A RESIDENTIAL LOT LOCATED AT 105 NORTH FORSYTH STREET. ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE INVITED TO PARTICIPATE as may be legally permitted on the day of the meeting. Instructions on how to participate by electronic or other means, if legally permitted, would be found on the City of Bunnell’s website at www. bunnellcity.us on the homepage. The public is advised to check the City’s website for up-todate information on any changes to the manner in which the meeting will be held and the location. The failure of a person to appear during said hearing and comment on or object to the proposed special exception, either in person or in writing, might preclude the ability of such person to contest the special exception at a later date. A copy of all pertinent information to this special exception can be obtained at the office of the Bunnell Customer Service Office, 604 E. Moody Blvd. Unit 6, Bunnell, FL 32110. Persons with disabilities needing assistance to attend this proceeding should contact the Bunnell City Clerk at (386) 437-7500 x 5 at least 48-business hours prior to the meeting.

NOTICE: If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board on this matter a recording of the proceeding may be needed and for such purposes the person may need to ensure that a verbatim record is made which includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is based. (Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes)

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING CITY OF BUNNELL, FLORIDA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE CITY OF BUNNELL, FLORIDA will hold a Public Hearing as authorized by law at 6:00 P.M. on the 6th day of February 2024, for the purpose hearing Ordinance 2024-XX Amending Chapter 18 and Chapter 34 in the City’s Land Development Code before the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board, in the Chambers Meeting Room of the Flagler County Government Services Building (GSB) located at 1769 East Moody Blvd, Bunnell, Florida 32110.

ORDINANCE 2024-XX AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BUNNELL, FLORIDA AMENDING THE CITY OF BUNNELL LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE; PROVIDING FOR AMENDMENT TO SECTION 18-52 WETLANDS; PROVIDING FOR AMENDMENT TO VARIOUS SECTIONS WITHIN CHAPTER 34 – ZONING; PROVIDING FOR LEGISLATIVE FINDINGS AND INTENT; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTING PROVISIONS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY AND APPLICABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE INVITED TO PARTICIPATE as may be legally permitted on the day of the meeting. Instructions on how to participate by electronic or other means, if legally permitted, would be found on the City of Bunnell’s website at www. bunnellcity.us on the homepage. The public is advised to check the City’s website for up-todate information on any changes to the manner in which the meeting will be held and the location. The failure of a person to appear during said hearing and comment on or object to the proposed Ordinance, either in person or in writing, might preclude the ability of such person to contest the Ordinance at a later date. A copy of all pertinent information this ordinance can be obtained at the office of the Bunnell Customer Service Office, 604 E. Moody Blvd. Unit 6, Bunnell, FL 32110. Persons with disabilities needing assistance to attend this proceeding should contact the Bunnell City Clerk at (386) 437-7500 x 5 at least 48-business hours prior to the meeting.

NOTICE: If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board on this matter a recording of the proceeding may be needed and for such purposes the person may need to ensure that a verbatim record is made which includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is based. (Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes) January 25, 2024

January 25, 2024

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FIRST INSERTION GRAND HAVEN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT NOTICE OF BOARD OF SUPERVISORS WORKSHOP MEETING Notice is hereby given that a workshop meeting of the Board of Supervisors of the Grand Haven Community Development District (the “District”) will be held on Thursday, February 1, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. at the Grand Haven Village Center, Grand Haven Room, 2001 Waterside Parkway, Palm Coast, Florida 32137. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss matters brought to the board.

Copies of the agenda may be obtained from the District Manager, Vesta District Services, 250 International Parkway, Suite 208, Lake Mary, Florida 32746, Telephone (321) 2630132, Ext. 193.

The meeting is open to the public and will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of Florida law for community development districts. The meeting may be continued in progress without additional notice to a date, time, and place to be specified on the record at the meeting. There may be occasions when Staff and/or Supervisors may participate by speaker telephone.

Pursuant to provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in the meeting is asked to advise the District Manager’s office at least forty-eight (48) hours before the meeting by contacting the District Manager at (321) 263-0132, Ext. 193. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the Florida Relay Service at 711, for assistance in contacting the District Manager’s office.

A person who decides to appeal any decision made at the meeting, with respect to any matter considered at the meeting, is advised that a record of the proceedings is needed and that accordingly, the person may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

Grand Haven Community Development District David McInnes, District Manager (321) 263-0132, Ext. 193 January 25, 2023

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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 Logic Coffee Tech located at 36 Richfield Ln, 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 18th day of January, 2024.

Jacob Colwell January 25, 2024 24-00008F

$19,751.98 USD was seized via search warrant by the Flagler County Sheriff ’s Office on or about December 9, 2023, from JP Morgan Chase Account owed by Carlos Villarreal Jr., in reference to criminal case #2023-00093898. The funds originated from a victim located in Flagler County which were taken, stolen and/or unlawfully obtained or are proceeds from unlawful activities in violation of §817.034, Scheme to Defraud and §896.10 Money Laundering.

The victim in this matter seeks to have the seized funds released into their custody.

This notice is provided consistent with §812.061, Florida Statutes.

January 25, February 1, 2024 24-00006F

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NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE COUNTY COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 2023-CC-00307 TOSCANA COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, INC., Plaintiff, v.

MARINA A OPIDA, et al., Defendant(s).

NOTICE IS GIVEN that the undersigned Clerk of the Court will offer the following described property in Flagler County, Florida: Street Address: 55 New Water Oak Drive Palm Coast, FL 32137 Legal Description: Lot 17, Block 5 of HIDDEN LAKES PHASE II (WATER OAKS SUBDIVISION), according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 36, Pages 61 through 70, inclusive, of the Public Records of Flagler County, Florida. for sale to the highest bidder for cash on February 7, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at www. flagler.realforeclose.com, pursuant to the Final Judgment of Foreclosure in this action dated January 10, 2024.

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 within 60 days after the sale.

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 the Seventh Circuit Court Administration at 101 N. Alabama Ave., Ste. D-305, DeLand, FL 32724 or (386) 257-6096 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.

DATED this 19th day of February, 2024.

COKER LAW /s/ Mary L. Guilfoil David D. Rottmann Florida Bar No. 56991 Mary L. Guilfoil Florida Bar No. 106955 136 East Bay Street Jacksonville, Florida 32202 (904) 356-6071 (888) 700-8504 facsimile E-mail: ddr@cokerlaw.com Attorneys for Plaintiff Toscana Community Association, Inc. Jan. 25; Feb. 1, 2024 24-00017G

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN That the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property under The Florida Self Storage Facility Act statues (Section 83.801-83.809).

The undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on: TUESDAY FEBRUARY 27, 2024 AT 10AM on LOCKERFOX.COM IStorage Bunnell 2303 N. State St Bunnell, FL 32110 Where said property is stored at: Jeff Vorhis A080 Furniture, totes Charles Blunk A172 Boxes, furniture Edward Miller B004 Tools, boxes Jade Merriman C007 Tools, kayaks Jarde Boudreaux C008 Piano, boxes Victoria Caruso C048 & D016 Furniture, boxes Purchases must be paid for at the time of purchase by CASH or CREDIT CARD ONLY. All purchased items are sold asis, where-is, and must be removed at the time of sale. Sale is subject to cancellation if settlement between the owner and obligated party is settled Bunnell iStorage 2303 N State St Bunnell, FL 32110

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 B & L Soaps located at 200 Shady Oaks Drive Apt 303, 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 17th day of January, 2024.

Alberto Peart January 25, 2024 24-00007F

FIRST INSERTION A Silver Ford F150 bearing Florida Tag#Z375EW with VIN#1FTRX14W95NC04197 was seized for forfeiture by the Flagler County Sheriff ’s Office on October 25, 2023.

The item(s) were seized at or near Belle Terre Pkwy and White View Pkwy Palm Coast, Flagler County FL. The Flagler County Sheriff is holding the property for purposes of a current forfeiture action 2024 CA 31 in the 7th Circuit Court.

January 25, February 1, 2024 24-00020F

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 Suzybakes located at 24 Courtney Pl, 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 19th day of January, 2024.

Suzanne Ahern January 25, 2024 24-00009F

FIRST INSERTION State of Connecticut Court of Probate, Torrington Area Probate Court NOTICE TO RICHARD O’LOUGHLIN last known whereabouts is Palm Coast, FL 32137 Pursuant to an order of Hon. James P. Steck, Judge, a hearing will be held at Torrington Area Probate Court, Municipal Building, 140 Main Street, Torrington, CT 06790 on February 13, 2024, at 9:30 AM, on a petition for Termination of Parental Rights concerning Tessa, a minor child born to Alicia O’Loughlin on August 16, 2010, at Torrington, CT. The court’s decision will affect your interest, if any, as in the petition on file more fully appears.

RIGHT TO COUNSEL: If the above named person wishes to have an attorney, but is unable to pay for one, the Court will provide an attorney upon proof of inability to pay. Any such request should be made immediately by contacting the court office where the hearing is to be held.

By Order of the Court Yuberkis Batista, Assistant Clerk January 25, 2024 24-00016G

FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING CITY OF BUNNELL, FLORIDA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE CITY OF BUNNELL, FLORIDA will hold a Public Hearing as authorized by law at 6:00 P.M. on the 6th day of February 2024, for the purpose of hearing Case No. RSD 2023-02 Requesting approval to create a rural subdivision via an administrative order, before the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board, in the Chambers Meeting Room of the Flagler County Government Services Building (GSB) located at 1769 East Moody Blvd, Bunnell, Florida 32110.

CITY OF BUNNELL, FLORIDA CITY COMMISSION ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER 2024-XX AN ORDER OF THE CITY OF BUNNELL, FLORIDA CITY COMMISSION APPROVING THE MINOR RURAL SUBDIVISION REPLAT APPLICATION NO. RSD 2023-02, FAMILY ESTATES RURAL SUBDIVISION, A REPLAT OF BLOCK 2, TRACTS 1-3, PARCEL NO. 13-12-29-5550-00020-0010 OF ST. JOHNS DEVELOPMENT COMPANY SUBDIVISION TO LEGALLY SUBDIVIDE THE LOT INTO THREE SEPARATE PARCELS FOR THE FAMILY ESTATES RURAL SUBDIVISION; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE INVITED TO PARTICIPATE as may be legally permitted on the day of the meeting. Instructions on how to participate by electronic or other means, if legally permitted, would be found on the City of Bunnell’s website at www. bunnellcity.us on the homepage. The public is advised to check the City’s website for up-todate information on any changes to the manner in which the meeting will be held and the location. The failure of a person to appear during said hearing and comment on or object to the proposed Administrative Order, either in person or in writing, might preclude the ability of such person to contest the Administrative Order at a later date. A copy of all pertinent information to this Administrative Order can be obtained at the office of the Bunnell Customer Service Office, 604 E. Moody Blvd. Unit 6, Bunnell, FL 32110. Persons with disabilities needing assistance to attend this proceeding should contact the Bunnell City Clerk at (386) 437-7500 x 5 at least 48-business hours prior to the meeting.

NOTICE: If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the Planning, Zoning, and Appeals Board on this matter a recording of the proceeding may be needed and for such purposes the person may need to ensure that a verbatim record is made which includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is based. (Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes)

January 25, February 1, 2024 24-00014F

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 My Florida Beach Home Inc located at 800 Belle Terre Parkway, Suite 200-114, 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 20th day of January, 2024.

Robert Berrong January 25, 2024 24-00013F

FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Go Store It 4601 E Moody Blvd A7 Bunnell, FL 32110 hereby gives NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE of the storage space(s) listed below, Keith Wiseman # 092, Jimmie Belle # 316,Christopher Ellis # 111,Scott Harris # 162, Jeremy Mathis #152, Dentoria Mcclaine #245 , containing household and other goods will be sold for cash on 02/09/24 at 2:00pm. With the contents being sold to the highest bidder. Owner reserves the right to bid. The sale is being held to satisfy a landlord’s lien, in accordance with Florida Statutes Section 83.801-83.809, and will be held online at www.storagetreasures.com

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NOTICE AND ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA GENERAL CIVIL DIVISION CASE NO.: 18-2023-CA-000955-XXXXXX VALIDATION OF NOT TO EXCEED $80,000,000 PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF COQUINA SHORES COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT BONDS COQUINA SHORES COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT, an independent special district organized and existing under and by virtue of the laws of the State of Florida, Plaintiff, vs.

STATE OF FLORIDA, and the Taxpayers, Property Owners and Citizens of the Coquina Shores Community Development District including non-residents owning property or subject to taxation therein, and all others having or claiming any right, title or interest in property to be affected by the issuance of the Bonds described herein, or to be affected in any way thereby, Defendants.

TO THE STATE OF FLORIDA, AND THE TAXPAYERS, PROPERTY OWNERS AND CITIZENS OF COQUINA SHORES COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT, INCLUDING NONRESIDENTS OWNING PROPERTY OR SUBJECT TO TAXATION THEREIN, AND OTHERS HAVING OR CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE OR INTEREST IN PROPERTY TO BE AFFECTED

BY THE ISSUANCE OF THE BONDS DESCRIBED HEREIN, OR TO BE AFFECTED IN ANY WAY THEREBY: Coquina Shores Community Development District (the “District”) having filed its Complaint for Validation of not to exceed $80,000,000 Coquina Shores Community Development District Bonds, in one or more series (the “Bonds”) and the special assessments levied securing such Bonds pursuant to Chapters 170, 190, and 197, Florida Statutes (the “Special Assessments”), and it appearing in and from said Complaint and the Exhibits attached thereto that the District has adopted a resolution authorizing the issuance of the Bonds for the purpose of providing funds, together with other available funds, for paying the costs of planning, financing, acquiring, constructing, reconstructing, equipping and installing improvements as part of its Project (as defined in said Complaint), and it also appearing that all of the facts required to be stated by said Complaint and the Exhibits by Chapter 75, Florida Statutes, are contained therein, and that the District prays that this Court issue an order as directed by said Chapter 75, and the Court being fully advised in the premises: NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS ORDERED that all taxpayers, property owners and citizens of the District, including non-residents owning property or subject to taxation, and others having or claiming any rights, title or interest in property to be affected by the issuance of the Bonds and levy of Special Assessments, or to be affected in any way thereby, and the State of Florida, through the State Attorney of the Seventh Judicial Circuit, in and for Flagler County, Florida (the “Parties”), appear on February 15, 2024, at 3:45 p.m. before the Honorable Christopher A. France at the Kim C. Hammond Justice Center, 1769 East Moody Boulevard, Courtroom 403, Bunnell, Florida 32110, and show cause if any there be why the prayers of said Complaint for the validation of the Bonds should not be granted and the Bonds, the proceedings therefore, and other matters set forth in said Complaint, should not be validated as prayed for in said Complaint.

IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that prior to the date set for the hearing on said Complaint for validation, the Clerk of this Court shall cause a copy of this Notice and Order to be published in a newspaper published and of generally circulation in Flagler County, being the County wherein said Complaint for validation is filed, at least once each week for two (2) consecutive weeks, commencing with the first publication which shall not be less than twenty (20) days prior to the date set for said hearing.

IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that by such publication of this Notice and Order, the State of Florida, and the several taxpayers, property owners and citizens of the District, including non-residents owning property or subject to taxation therein, and others having or claiming any rights, title or interest in property to be affected by the issuance of the Bonds and levy of Special Assessments, or to be affected in any way thereby, shall be and are made party defendants to this proceeding, and that this Court shall have jurisdiction of them to the same extent as if specifically and personally named as defendants in said Complaint and personally served with process in this cause.

DONE AND ORDERED at the Courthouse in Flagler County, Florida this day of 2024.

1/16/2024 9:21 AM 2023 CA 000955 (SEAL) HONORABLE CHRISTOPHER A. FRANCE Circuit Court Judge e-Signed 1/16/2024 9:21 AM 2023 CA 000955 January 18, 25, 2024 24-00014G

NOTICE OF ACTION IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL DIVISION CASE NO. 2023 CA 000928 CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES, LLC, Plaintiff, vs.

ALL UNKNOWN HEIRS, CREDITORS, DEVISEES, BENEFICIARIES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, TRUSTEES AND ALL OTHER PARTIES CLAIMING AN INTEREST BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST THE ESTATE OF MARY A. SMITH W/A/T/A MARY ALICE SMITH, DECEASED; ALVIN KENNETH SMITH, JR.; DANA SMITH; TAMMY SMITH, NATURAL GUARDIAN OF COURTNEY SMITH, A MINOR; TAMMY SMITH, NATURAL GUARDIAN OF SIDNEY SMITH, A MINOR; BANK OF AMERICA N.A.; STATE OF FLORIDA; CLERK OF THE COURT OF FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA; UNKNOWN PERSON(S) IN POSSESION OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY, Defendant(s) To the following Defendant(s): ALL UNKNOWN HEIRS, CREDITORS, DEVISEES, BENEFICIARIES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, TRUSTEES AND ALL OTHER PARTIES CLAIMING AN INTEREST BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST THE ESTATE OF MARY A. SMITH W/A/T/A MARY ALICE SMITH, DECEASED (LAST KNOWN ADDRESS) 7 EAGLE CREST PATH PALM COAST, FLORIDA 32164 ALVIN KENNETH SMITH, JR. (LAST KNOWN ADDRESS) 7 EAGLE CREST PATH PALM COAST, FLORIDA 32164 TAMMY SMITH, NATURAL GUARDIAN OF COURTNEY SMITH, A MINOR (LAST KNOWN ADDRESS) 4617 SHERWOOD MILLS RD OWINGS MILLS, MD 21117 TAMMY SMITH, NATURAL GUARDIAN OF SIDNEY SMITH, A MINOR (LAST KNOWN ADDRESS) 4617 SHERWOOD MILLS RD OWINGS MILLS, MD 21117 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for Foreclosure of Mortgage on the following described property: LOT 10, BLOCK 18, OF PALM COAST, MAP OF EASTHAMPTON, SECTION 34, A SUBDIVISION ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OR MAP THEREOF DESCRIBED IN MAP BOOK 11, AT PAGE(S) 30- 49, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA. a/k/a 7 EAGLE CREST PATH, PALM COAST, FLORIDA 32164 has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it, on Kahane & Associates, P.A., Attorney for Plaintiff, whose address is 1619 NW 136th Avenue, Suite D-220, Sunrise, FLORIDA 33323 on or before thirty (30) days after the first publication of this Notice in the 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.

This notice is provided pursuant to Administrative Order No.2.065.

NOTICE OF ACTION IN THE COUNTY COURT, SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 2023-CC-000694 ISLAND ESTATES NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION, INC., a Florida not-for-profit corporation, Plaintiff, v.

TOY WHITAKER, et al.

Defendants.

TO: TOY WHITAKER UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF TOY WHITAKER Last Known Address: 8802 Estate Drive West Palm Beach, FL 33412 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action to foreclose a Claim of Lien on property in Flagler County, Florida: Lot 56, Island Estates, according to the map or plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 28, Page(s) 43 through 51, of the Public Records of Flagler County, Florida.

Together with a Parcel of land being a portion of the Westerly half (1/2) of the “Old” Florida East Coast Canal (F.E.C.C.) rightof-way lying in government Section 15, Township 11 South, Range 31 East, Flagler County, Florida, being more particularly described as follows: A point of reference being the intersection of the easterly rightof-way of Island Estates Parkway with the northerly line of Lot 56 of the subdivision plat of Island Estates as recorded in map book 28, pages 43-51 of the public records of Flagler County; thence N64°29’33”E along the northerly line of said Lot, a distance of 420.14 feet to the northeasterly corner of Lot 56 of said plat and the point of beginning; thence continuing N64°29’33”E along a line being the extension of the northerly line of said Lot, a distance of 100.61 feet to a point at the intersection of said extension line with the centerline right-of-way of the “Old” Florida East Coast Canal (F.E.C.C.) as recorded in deed book 18, pages 42-44 of the public records of Flagler County; thence departing said extension line, run S19°11’11”E along said centerline right-of-way, a distance of 146.64 feet; thence departing said centerline right-ofway, run S69°25’01”W along a line being the extension of the southerly line of Lot 56 of said plat, a distance of 100.03 feet to the southeast corner of Lot 56 of said plat, thence departing said extension line, run along the easterly lone of said put and the westerly right-of-way of the “Old” Florida East Coast Canal (F.E.C.C.), a distance of 138.00 feet to the aforementioned point of beginning of this description.

Parcel Identification Number: 04-11-313000-00000-0560 Property Address: 107 Island Estates Pkwy., Palm Coast, FL 32137 has been filed against you and you are required to serve written defenses, if any, to it on Plaintiff ’s attorney, McCabe & Ronsman, whose address is 110 Solana Road, Suite 102, Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, 32082; Telephone No. (904) 396-0090, within 30 days of first publication, 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 or petition.

DATED this 5 day of JANUARY, 2024.

Tom Bexley Clerk of the Court (SEAL) By: /s/ Sara Proffitt As Deputy Clerk Michael J. McCabe, Esq. McCabe & Ronsman 110 Solana Road, Suite 102 Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 service@flcalegal.com Jan. 18, 25; Feb. 1, 8, 2024 24-00012G

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 2023 CA 000733 US BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VRMTG ASSET TRUST , Plaintiff, vs.

CARLOS RODRIGUEZ;, et al.

Defendant(s).

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated December 08, 2023, and entered in 2023 CA 000733 of the Circuit Court of the SEVENTH Judicial Circuit in and for Flagler County, Florida, wherein US BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VRMTG ASSET TRUST is the Plaintiff and CARLOS RODRIGUEZ; MARITZA RODRIGUEZ; CITY OF PALM COAST, FLORIDA 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 February 09, 2024, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: LOT 22, BLOCK 82, BERNARD MEADOWS, SECTION 81, PALM HARBOR AT PALM COAST, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 23, PAGES 23 THROUGH 40, INCLUSIVE AND AMENDED SUBDIVISION MAP OF BERNARD MEADOWS SECTION 81M, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 27, PAGE 60 AND 61, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLERCOUNTY, FLORIDA. Property Address: 30 BLACK HAWK PL, PALM COAST, FL 32137 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 11 day of January, 2024.

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 21-081457 - NaC January 18, 25, 2024 24-00011G

CITY OF PALM COAST NOTICE OF PROPOSED CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING The City Council will consider Ordinance No. 2024-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 one (1) public hearing on the proposed ordinance on February 6th, 2024 at 6:00 p.m., or as may be continued, 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.

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 200 East Moody Boulevard, Rm. 125, Bunnell, Fl 32110, Phone No. (904)437-7394 within 2 working days of your receipt of this notice or pleading; if you are hearing impaired, call 1-800-955-8771 (TDD); if you are voice impaired, call 1-800-995-8770 (V) (Via Florida Relay Services).

WITNESS my hand and the seal of this Court this day of 1/11/2024.

TOM W. BEXLEY As Clerk of the Court (SEAL) By: /s/ Amy Perez As Deputy Clerk Submitted by: 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.: 23-01300 CMS January 18, 25, 2024 24-00015G

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THIRD INSERTION NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE Seventh JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR Flagler COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No.: 2023 DR 1154 Division: 47 Christopher Richards, Petitioner, and Ruth Chungi, Respondent, TO: Ruth Chungi 101 Raceway Point BLD 8 Apt 305 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 {name of Petitioner} , whose address is 30 Rymen Lane Palm Coast, FL 32164 on or before 2/4/24, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 1769 E. Moody Blvd Bld 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: December 20, 2023 CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT (SEAL) By: /s/ Tabatha Strack Deputy Clerk Jan. 11, 18, 25; Feb. 1, 2024 24-00009G

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FOURTH INSERTION NOTICE OF ACTION FOR TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS AND RELATIVE ADOPTION IN THE CIRCUIT COURT, SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR PUTNAM COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 2023-191-FD DIVISION: 54 IN THE MATTER OF: TERRALYN TRISHELL COHENS DOB: 03/03/2009 Minor Child.

TO: TERRENCE COHENS 18 REID PLACE PALM COAST, FLORIDA 32164 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that a Petition for Adoption by Relative has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Susanna S. Quesenberry, Esquire, counsel for Petitioner, Tammie Slaughter, whose address is 52 Tuscan Way, Suite 202-157, St. Augustine, Florida 32092 and whose email address is pleadings@harborcitylaw.com, on or before February 6, 2024, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 410 St. Johns Avenue, Palatka, Florida 32177, 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 minor child(ren) are identified as follows: Date of Birth March 3, 2009 Place of Birth Orange Park, Clay County, Florida Physical Description of Respondent: Age: 50 Race: African American Hair Color: Black Eye Color: Brown Approximate Height: Unknown Approximate Weight: Unknown 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.

Dated: 12/7/2023 CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT (SEAL) CLERK OF COURTS PUTNAM COUNTY, FLORIDA By: /s/ Ashley Cusack {Deputy Clerk} Jan. 4, 11, 18, 25, 2024 24-00003G

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NOTICE OF ACTION IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA CIRCUIT CIVIL DIVISION CASE NO.: 2023 CA 000644 LOANDEPOT.COM, LLC Plaintiff(s), vs.

SHERRI CERALDI; THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES, BENEFICIARIES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNS, CREDITORS, LIENORS, AND TRUSTEES OF NICHOLAS CERALDI, DECEASED, AND ALL OTHER PERSONS CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, UNDER, AND AGAINST THE NAMED DEFENDANTS; UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF NICHOLAS CERALDI;WALDHAUER & SON, INC.; LAFAYETTE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION; THE UNKNOWN TENANT IN POSSESSION, Defendant(s).

TO: THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES, BENEFICIARIES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNS, CREDITORS, LIENORS, AND TRUSTEES OF NICHOLAS CERALDI, DECEASED, AND ALL OTHER PERSONS CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, UNDER, AND AGAINST THE NAMED DEFENDANTS LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: UNKNOWN CURRENT ADDRESS: UNKNOWN YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that a civil action has been filed against you in the Circuit Court of Flagler County, Florida, to foreclose certain real property described as follows: THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE COUNTY OF FLAGLER: LOT 12, BLOCK 9, FLORIDA PARK-SECTION-10, PALM COAST, A SUBDIVISION, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 6, PAGE 43, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA. Property address: 17 Firethorn Lane, Palm Coast, FL 32137 You are required to file a written response with the Court and serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Padgett Law Group, whose address is 6267 Old Water Oak Road, Suite 203, Tallahassee, FL 32312, at least thirty (30) days from the date of first publication, 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.

DATED this the day of 1/11/2024.

CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT As Clerk of the Court (SEAL) BY: /s/ Amy Perez Deputy Clerk Plaintiff Atty: Padgett Law Group 6267 Old Water Oak Road, Suite 203 Tallahassee, FL 32312 attorney@padgettlawgroup.com TDP File No. 23-004578-1 January 18, 25, 2024 24-00013G

NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2023 CP 000724 Division 48 IN RE: ESTATE OF RONALD W. MURPHY, aka RONALD WARREN MURPHY Deceased.

The administration of the estate of Ronald W. Murphy, also known as Ronald Warren Murphy, deceased, whose date of death was September 6, 2023, is pending in the Circuit Court for Flagler County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1769 E. Moody Blvd., 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 January 18, 2024.

Personal Representative: Maurine Levine Murphy c/o Legacy Law Associates, P.L. 313 S. Palmetto Ave. Daytona Beach, FL 32114 Attorney for Personal Representative: Robert M. Holland, Attorney Florida Bar Number: 938998 Legacy Law Associates, P.L. 313 S. Palmetto Ave. Daytona Beach, FL 32114 Telephone: (386) 252-2531 Fax: (386) 258-0392 E-Mail: holland@legacylaw313.com Secondary E-Mail: linda@legacylaw313.com January 18, 25, 2024 24-00010G

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THIRD INSERTION In accordance with Fla. Stat. § 456.057(12); 456.057(1), notice is hereby given that Brian Planchard, M.D. of Eye Center of St. Augustine, is no longer with the practice located at 1400 US1 South, St. Augustine, FL 32084. All patients may retrieve their medical records from Eye Center of St. Augustine, located at 1400 US1 South, St. Augustine, FL 32084, by calling (904) 829-2286.

Dr. Planchard’s last day at the practice was Dec. 15, 2023. It is important for existing patients to schedule an appointment within the next 30 days either with one of our physicians or outside eyecare doctor to ensure they are receiving ongoing care.

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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. 2023 12058 CIDL TRUIST BANK, FORMERLY KNOWN AS BRANCH BANKING AND TRUST COMPANY, Plaintiff, vs.

THOMAS W. BARNHILL, JR. A/K/A THOMAS W. BARNHILL, et al., Defendant.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Summary Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered January 11, 2024 in Civil Case No. 2023 12058 CIDL of the Circuit Court of the SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT in and for Volusia County, Deland, Florida, wherein TRUIST BANK, FORMERLY KNOWN AS BRANCH BANKING AND TRUST COMPANY is Plaintiff and Thomas W. Barnhill, Jr. a/k/a Thomas W. Barnhill, 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 29th day of February, 2024 at 11:00 AM on the following described property as set forth in said Summary Final Judgment, to-wit: Lot 27, Block “B”, Plantation Estates Unit 5, according to the map or plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 11, Page 239, 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 23-06961FL Jan. 25; Feb. 1, 2024 24-00034I

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 2023 11131 CIDL BANKUNITED N.A., Plaintiff, v.

KELLY RIGGINS, JR.; UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF KELLY RIGGINS, JR.; ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES CLAIMING INTERESTS BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST A NAMED DEFENDANT TO THIS ACTION, OR HAVING OR CLAIMING TO HAVE ANY RIGHT, TITLE OR INTEREST IN THE PROPERTY HEREIN DESCRIBED; UNKNOWN TENANT #1; UNKNOWN TENANT #2, Defendant(s), NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to an Order dated January 3, 2024 entered in Civil Case No. 2023 11131 CIDL in the Circuit Court of the 7th Judicial Circuit in and for Volusia County, Florida, wherein BANKUNITED N.A., Plaintiff and KELLY RIGGINS, JR., are defendants, Laura E. Roth, Clerk of Court, will sell the property at public sale at www.volusia.realforeclose. com beginning at 11:00 AM on June 13, 2024 the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to-wit:.

THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED LAND SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE COUNTY OF VOLUSIA STATE OF FLORIDA TO WIT: LOT 2, BLOCK 955, DELTONA LAKES UNIT THIRTY-SIX, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 27, PAGE (S) 164 THROUGH 170, PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. Property Address: 3364 Newmark 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 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. Submitted By: Jordan Shealy: Kelley Kronenberg 10360 West State Road 84 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33324 Phone: (954) 370-9970 Fax: (954) 252-4571 Service E-mail: ftlrealprop@kelleykronenberg.com /s/ Jordan Shealy Jordan Shealy, Esq. FBN: 1039538 File No: CRF22138-JMV Jan. 25; Feb. 1, 2024 24-00035I

NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2023 12824 PRDL Division 10 IN RE: ESTATE OF MARION FREISMUTH GAWLOWSKI, A.K.A MARION FRANCES GAWLOWSKI, A.K.A MARION F. GAWLOWSKI Deceased.

The administration of the estate of Marion Freismuth Gawlowski, a.k.a. Marion Frances Gawlowski, a.k.a. Marion F. Gawlowski, deceased, whose date of death was August 10, 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 January 25, 2024.

Personal Representative: Monica Stetz 1075 Horizon View Boulevard Port Orange, FL 32129 Attorney for Personal Representative: /s/ Wendy A. Mara, Esq. Wendy A. Mara, Esq., Attorney Florida Bar Number: 69872 555 West Granada Blvd., Ste.D-10 Ormond Beach, Florida 32174 Telephone: (386) 672-8081 Fax: (386) 265-5995 E-Mail: wamara@maralawpa.com Secondary E-Mail: pmflynt@maralawpa.com Jan. 25; Feb. 1, 2024 24-00036I

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NOTICE OF RESCHEDULED SALE PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 45 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL ACTION CASE NO.: 2018 11262 CIDL BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., Plaintiff, vs.

PHYLLIS SCHULZ, et al, Defendant(s).

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN Pursuant to an Order Rescheduling Foreclosure Sale dated December 27. 2023, and entered in Case No. 2018 11262 CIDL of the Circuit Court of the Seventh Judicial Circuit in and for Volusia County, Florida in which Bank Of America, N.A., is the Plaintiff and Phyllis Schulz, Ronald E. Schulz Jr., Ana Gonzalez, are defendants, the Volusia County Clerk of the Circuit Court will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash in/on online at electronically/online at http://www. volusia.realforeclose.com, Volusia County, Florida at 11:00AM EST on the February 15, 2024 the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment of Foreclosure: LOTS 28 THROUGH 31, BLOCK 106, WEST HIGHLANDS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 6, PAGE(S) 220, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. A/K/A 1790 17TH ST, ORANGE CITY, FL 32763 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.

ATTENTION PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: If you are a person with a disability who needs an 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, 125 E. Orange Ave., St. 300, Daytona Beach, FL 32114, 386-257-6096, within 2 days of your receipt of this notice. If you are hearing impaired, call 1-800-955-8771; if you are voice impaired, call 1-800-9558770.

THIS IS NOT A COURT INFORMATION LINE. To file response please contact Volusia County Clerk of Court, 101 N. Alabama Ave., DeLand, Fl 32724, Tel: (386) 736-5907.

Dated this 17 day of January, 2024.

ALBERTELLI LAW P. O. Box 23028 Tampa, FL 33623 Tel: (813) 221-4743 Fax: (813) 221-9171 eService: servealaw@albertellilaw.com By: /s/ Nathan Gryglewicz Florida Bar #762121 Nathan Gryglewicz, Esq. CT - 18-017068 24-00028I Jan. 25; Feb. 1, 2024

NOTICE OF ACTION IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. CASE No. 2023 32739 CICI MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT, LLC F/K/A REVERSE MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC., PLAINTIFF, VS. THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, BENEFICIARIES, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNORS, CREDITORS AND TRUSTEES OF THE ESTATE OF IRENE A. NEUBAUER (DECEASED), ET AL. DEFENDANT(S).

To: THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, BENEFICIARIES, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNORS, CREDITORS AND TRUSTEES OF THE ESTATE OF IRENE A. NEUBAUER (DECEASED) RESIDENCE: UNKNOWN LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: 5500 Ocean Shore Boulevard, APT #40, Ormond Beach, FL 32176 YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that an action to foreclose a mortgage on the following described property located in Volusia County, Florida: UNIT NO. B-1, KINGSTON SHORES, A CONDOMINIUM, ACCORDING TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM THEREOF, RECORDED IN OFFICIAL RECORDS BOOK 1705, PAGE 10, PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA AND AMENDMENTS THERETO has been filed against you, and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to this action, on Tromberg, Morris & Poulin, PLLC, attorneys for Plaintiff, whose address is 1515 South Federal Highway, Suite 100, Boca Raton, FL 33432, and file the original with the Clerk of the Court, within 45 days after the first publication of this notice, either before FEB 26 2024 or immediately thereafter, otherwise a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint.

This notice shall be published once a week for two consecutive weeks in the Business Observer.

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.

Date: January 11, 2024 LAURA E ROTH CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT By: /s/ Jennifer M. Hamilton Deputy Clerk of the Court Tromberg, Morris & Poulin, PLLC attorneys for Plaintiff 1515 South Federal Highway, Suite 100 Boca Raton, FL 33432 Our Case#: 23-001723/2023 32739 CICI/ PHH 24-00030I Jan. 25; Feb. 1, 2024

FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Notice is hereby given that on 2/9/2024 at 10:30 am, the following mobile home will be sold at public auction pursuant to F.S. 715.109. 1971 BLAK HS 1715 . Last Tenants: JACQUELINE GRACE PICKELS AKA JACQUELINE CARPENTER AND ANDREW NEAL SCHULTZ, THE ESTATE OF LYNNE BEACH, ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES, BENEFICIARIES, HEIRS, SUCCESORS, AND ASSIGNS OF LYNNE BEACH AND SHANGRI LA MOBILE HOME. Sale to be at SL ORMOND MHC LLC, 1310 FLEMING AVENUE, ORMOND BEACH, FL 32174.

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FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 45 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL ACTION CASE NO.: 2023 12054 CIDL U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, vs.

KIMBERLY LEE SANDLIN AKA KIMBERLY L. SANDLIN, et al, Defendant(s).

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN Pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated December 29, 2023, and entered in Case No. 2023 12054 CIDL of the Circuit Court of the Seventh Judicial Circuit in and for Volusia County, Florida in which U.S. Bank National Association, is the Plaintiff and Kimberly Lee Sandlin aka Kimberly L. Sandlin, Unknown Party #1 N/K/A Rose Hines, are defendants, the Volusia County Clerk of the Circuit Court will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash in/on online at electronically/online at http://www. volusia.realforeclose.com, Volusia County, Florida at 11:00AM EST on the February 13, 2024 the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment of Foreclosure: THE NORTH 1/3 OF LOT 17, ALL OF LOT 18, AND THE SOUTH 1/3 OF LOT 19, BLOCK 9, CRESTLAND ESTATES, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 10, PAGE 182, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. A/K/A 1771 PINE STREET 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 before the Clerk reports the surplus as unclaimed.

ATTENTION PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: If you are a person with a disability who needs an 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, 125 E. Orange Ave., St. 300, Daytona Beach, FL 32114, 386-257-6096, within 2 days of your receipt of this notice. If you are hearing impaired, call 1-800-955-8771; if you are voice impaired, call 1-800-9558770.

THIS IS NOT A COURT INFORMATION LINE. To file response please contact Volusia County Clerk of Court, 101 N. Alabama Ave., DeLand, Fl 32724, Tel: (386) 736-5907.

Dated this 19 day of January, 2024.

ALBERTELLI LAW P. O. Box 23028 Tampa, FL 33623 Tel: (813) 221-4743 Fax: (813) 221-9171 eService: servealaw@albertellilaw.com By: /s/ Joshua Pasqualone Florida Bar #41835 Joshua Pasqualone, Esq. CT - 23-004508 24-00027I Jan. 25; Feb. 1, 2024

FIRST INSERTION Notice of Sale Pursuant to Florida Statute 713.585 F.S. United American Lien & Recovery as agent w/ power of attorney will sell the following vehicle(s) to the highest bidder; net proceeds deposited with the clerk of court; owner/lienholder has right to hearing and post bond; owner may redeem vehicle for cash sum of lien; all auctions held in reserve Inspect 1 week prior @ lienor facility; cash or cashier check; any person interested ph (954) 563-1999 Sale date February 16, 2024 @ 10:00 am 3411 NW 9 th Ave Ft Lauderdale FL 33309 38980 2014 Fiat VIN#: ZFBCFACH1EZ005880 Lienor: Alfa Romeo Fiat of Daytona 1450 N Tomoka Farms Rd Daytona Bch 386-274-0571 Lien Amt $821.35 January 25, 2024

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2023 13112 PRDL IN RE: ESTATE OF DIANE J. SLATEN, Deceased.

The administration of the estate of DIANE J. SLATEN, deceased, whose date of death was October 28, 2023, is pending in the Circuit Court for Volusia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is P.O. Box 6043, DeLand, FL 32721-6043.

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 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 PERIOD 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: January 25, 2024.

STEPHANIE COLLINS Personal Representative 4935 Redbud Dr. Sand Springs, OK 74063 Robert D. Hines, Esq. Attorney for Personal Representative Florida Bar No. 0413550 Hines Norman Hines, P.L. 315 S. Hyde Park Avenue Tampa, FL 33606 Telephone: 813-251-8659 Email: rhines@hnh-law.com Jan. 25; Feb. 1, 2024 24-00032I

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Notice is hereby given that on 2/9/2024 at 10:30 am, the following mobile home will be sold at public auction pursuant to F.S. 715.109. 1957 MIDW TV G1875 .

Last Tenants: MARIA DE LOURDES RICO SERRANO and all unknown parties beneficiaries heirs . Sale to be at WHAT BOX SON LLC DBA RAMAR MOBILE HOME PARK, 1930 S RIDGEWOOD AVE, SOUTH DAYTONA, FL 32119. 321213-0825.

FIRST INSERTION NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA Adversary Proceeding File Number: 2023-13053PRDL Division: 10 IN RE: ESTATE OF MARCILYN HUTCHISON KING, a/k/a MARCILYN H. KING, Deceased RICHARD KING, as Personal Representative, Petitioner, vs.

JORDAN KING, Respondent.

The administration of the Estate of MARCILYN HUTCHISON KING, deceased, whose date of death was November 6, 2023, is pending in the Circuit Court for Volusia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is P.O. Box 6043, DeLand, Florida 32721-6043. 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 January 25, 2024.

Dated: January 18, 2024.

RICHARD KING, Personal Representative 101 Ocean Avenue New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169 CORONADO LAW GROUP, PLLC Kenneth Bohannon, Esquire Florida Bar #0027500 KBohannon@CFLLawyer.com Of Counsel 221 N. Causeway, Suite A New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169-5239 Phone: 386-427-5227 Facsimile: 386-423-3909 Primary Email: KBohannon@CFLLawyer.com Secondary Email: Eservice@CFLLawyer.com Attorney for Personal Representative Jan. 25; Feb. 1, 2024 24-00031I

FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Notice is hereby given that on 2/9/2024 at 10:30 am, the following mobile home will be sold at public auction pursuant to F.S. 715.109. 1986 FUQU HS FH276920A86 & FH276920B86 . Last Tenants: KENNETH WILLIAM ADAM, ESTATE OF KENNETH WILLIAM ADAM, ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES, BENEFICIARIES, HEIRS, SUCCESSORS, AND ASSIGNS OF KENNETH WILLIAM ADAM AND PATTY J MORROW. Sale to be at CS1031 THE FALLS AT ORMOND BEACH MHC DST DBA THE FALLS AT ORMOND BEACH, 1 FALLS WAY COURT, ORMOND BEACH, FL 32174. 813-241-8269.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Notice is hereby given that on 2/9/2024 at 10:30 am, the following mobile home will be sold at public auction pursuant to F.S. 715.109. 1991 CHAN HS CH12026A & CH12026B . Last Tenants: MICHAEL LYNN MORGAN and all unknown parties beneficiaries heirs . Sale to be at CS1031 THE FALLS AT ORMOND BEACH MHC DST DBA THE FALLS AT ORMOND BEACH, 1 FALLS WAY COURT, ORMOND BEACH, FL 32174. 813-241-8269.

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FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF ACTION IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO. 2022 30159 CICI THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON,F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR FIRST FRANKLIN MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2005-FF5 ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-FF5, Plaintiff, vs.

UNKNOWN HEIRS OF JACQUELINE R. GRAY A/K/A JACQUELINE GRAY, ET AL. Defendants To the following Defendant(s): UNKNOWN HEIRS OF JAMES GRAY (CURRENT RESIDENCE UNKNOWN) Last Known Address: UNKNOWN YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that an action for Foreclosure of Mortgage on the following described property: THE SOUTHERLY 1/2 OF LOT 7, BLOCK 11, REPLAT OF UNIT NUMBER ONE HOME ACRES, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 11, PAGE 64, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. A/K/A 611 BAY AVENUE, HOLLY HILL FL 32117 has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to J. Anthony Van Ness, Esq. at VAN NESS LAW FIRM, PLC, Attorney for the Plaintiff, whose address is 1239 E. NEWPORT CENTER DRIVE, SUITE #110, DEERFIELD BEACH, FL 33442 on or before FEB 26 2024 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. This notice is provided to Administrative Order No. 2065.

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.

REQUESTS FOR ACCOMMODATIONS BY PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES If you are a person with a disability who needs an 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, 125 E. Orange Ave., Ste. 300, Daytona Beach, FL 32114, (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 person con discapacidad que necesita una adaptación para poder participar en este procedimiento, usted tiene el derecho a que se le proporcione cierta asistencia, sin incurrir en gastos. Comuníquese con la Oficina de Administración Judicial (Court Administration), 125 E. Orange Ave., Ste. 300, Daytona Beach, FL 32114, (386) 257-6096, con no menos de 7 dias 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 WITNESS my hand and the seal of this Court this 11 day of January, 2024.

Laura E. Roth VOLUSIA COUNTY CLERK OF COURT By /s/ Jennifer M. Hamilton As Deputy Clerk J. Anthony Van Ness, Esq. VAN NESS LAW FIRM, PLC Attorney for the Plaintiff 1239 E. NEWPORT CENTER DRIVE, SUITE #110 DEERFIELD BEACH, FL 33442 PHH16908-21/cam Jan. 25; Feb. 1, 2024 24-00029I

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. 2021 11414 CIDL WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR CASCADE FUNDING MORTGAGE TRUST HB1, Plaintiff, vs.

GERALDINE KATRINA HANEY, et al.

Defendant(s).

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated May 23, 2023, and entered in 2021 11414 CIDL of the Circuit Court of the SEVENTH Judicial Circuit in and for Volusia County, Florida, wherein WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR CASCADE FUNDING MORTGAGE TRUST HB1 is the Plaintiff and GERALDINE KATRINA HANEY; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 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 February 13, 2024, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: LOT 13, BLOCK 727, DELTONA LAKES UNIT THIRTY-ONE, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 27, PAGES 97 THROUGH

100, INCLUSIVE, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. Property Address: 2057 HEATHWOOD ST, DELTONA, FL 32725 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 18 day of January, 2024.

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 20-061525 - MiM Jan. 25; Feb. 1, 2024 24-00026I

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. 2020 30055 CICI NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING, Plaintiff, vs.

WALTER WOLFE II, et al.

Defendant(s).

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated June 26, 2023, and entered in 2020 30055 CICI of the Circuit Court of the SEVENTH Judicial Circuit in and for Volusia County, Florida, wherein WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, AS TRUSTEE OF STANWICH MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST I is the Plaintiff and WALTER WOLFE II; UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF WALTER WOLFE II 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 February 16, 2024, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: THE EASTERLY 145 FEET OF LOT 1, BLOCK 2, SHORE ACRES, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 6, PAGE(S) 50, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. Property Address: 344 RIVERSIDE DR, HOLLY HILL, FL 32117

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 18 day of January, 2024.

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 19-406954 - NaC 24-00025I Jan. 25; Feb. 1, 2024

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2023 CP 11954 IN RE: ESTATE OF GEORGE WILLIAM LEWIS Deceased.

The administration of the estate of George William Lewis, deceased, whose date of death was May 9, 2023, is pending in the Circuit Court for Volusia County. 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 January 25, 2024.

Personal Representative: Rodolfo Almodovar Attorney for Personal Representative: Nathan Dougherty, Esquire Florida Bar No. 118632 P.O. Box 380984 Murdock, FL 33938 Tel: (941) 270-4489 contact@nathandoughertylaw.com Jan. 25; Feb. 1, 2024 24-00024I

NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2023-12990-PRDL IN RE: ESTATE OF ROGER HAROLD ARILDSEN a/k/a Roger H. Arildsen Deceased.

The administration of the Estate of Roger Harold Arildsen a/k/a Roger H. Arildsen, deceased, whose date of death was June 8, 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 January 25, 2024.

Personal Representative: Regina Jeanette Osborne 801 Anderson Dr. Deltona, Florida 32725 Attorney for Personal Representative: Cyrus Malhotra Florida Bar Number: 0022751 THE MALHOTRA LAW FIRM P.A. 3903 Northdale Blvd., Suite 100E Tampa, FL 33624 Telephone: (813) 902-2119 Fax: (727) 290-4044 E-Mail: filings@FLprobatesolutions.com Secondary E-Mail: sandra@FLprobatesolutions.com 24-00023I Jan. 25; Feb. 1, 2024

NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2023 12989 PRDL Division: 10 IN RE: ESTATE OF DAVID NEAL ABERCROMBIE, Deceased.

The administration of the estate of DAVID NEAL ABERCROMBIE, deceased, whose date of death was November 16, 2023; File Number 2023 12989 PRDL, 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 representatives and the personal representatives’ 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 PERIOD 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: January 25, 2024.

Signed on this day of 1/19/2024.

KIRK DOUGLAS ABERCROMBIE Co-Personal Representative ANNA COOPER Co-Personal Representative Heidi S. Webb Attorney for Personal Representatives Florida Bar No. 73958 Law Office of Heidi S. Webb 210 South Beach Street, Suite 202 Daytona Beach, Florida 32114 Telephone: (386) 257-3332 Email: heidi@heidiwebb.com Secondary Email: filing@heidiwebb.com Jan. 25; Feb. 1, 2024 24-00022I

NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2023 12548 PRDL Division 10 IN RE: ESTATE OF DEBORAH LYNN BORDIS Deceased.

The administration of the estate of Deborah Lynn Bordis, deceased, whose date of death was May 19, 2023, is pending in the Circuit Court for Volusia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 101 N. Alabama Ave., Deland, Florida 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 January 25, 2024.

Timothy S. Carter Personal Representative 8101 Avocet Way Spotsylvania, Virginia 22553 Wendy A. Mara, Esq. Attorney for Personal Representative Florida Bar Number: 69872 Mara Law. P.A. 555 West Granada Blvd., Ste.D-10 Ormond Beach, Florida 32174 Telephone: (386) 672-8081 Fax: (386) 265-5995 E-Mail: wamara@maralawpa.com Secondary E-Mail: paralegalm@maralawpa.com Jan. 25; Feb. 1, 2024 24-00033I

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2023-13119 PRDL Division 10 IN RE: ESTATE OF KENNETH L. KING, Deceased.

The administration of the estate of KENNETH L. KING, deceased, whose date of death was September 4, 2023, is pending in the Circuit Court for Volusia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is Post Office Box 6043, DeLand, FL 32721-6043. 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 PERIOD 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: January 18, 2024.

Signed on this day of, 1/11/2024.

LARRY KING, SR. Personal Representative 1224 Hodgson Street Schenectady, NY 12303 R. KEVIN KOREY, ESQUIRE Attorney for Personal Representative Florida Bar No. 89108 ROBERT KIT KOREY, P. A. 595 W. Granada Blvd., Suite A Ormond Beach, FL 32174 Telephone: (386) 677-3431 Email: Kevin@koreylawpa.com Secondary Email: Michele@koreylawpa.com, January 18, 25, 2024 24-00019I

NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2023-12785 PRDL Division 10 IN RE: ESTATE OF GLENN TOBER A/K/A GLENN A. TOBER, Deceased.

The administration of the estate of GLENN TOBER A/K/A GLENN A. TOBER, deceased, whose date of death was September 22, 2023, is pending in the Circuit Court for Volusia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is P. O. Box 6043, DeLand, FL 32721-6043. 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 PERIOD 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: January 18, 2024.

Signed on this day of, 1/11/2024.

GARY TOBER Personal Representative 4 Main Street Port Orange, FL 32127 ROBERT KIT KOREY, ESQUIRE Attorney for Personal Representative Florida Bar No. 147787 ROBERT KIT KOREY, P. A. 595 W. Granada Blvd., Suite A Ormond Beach, FL 32174 Telephone: (386) 677-3431 Email: Kit@koreylawpa.com, Secondary Email: Michele@koreylawpa.com January 18, 25, 2024 24-00018I

NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 2023 11925 PRDL DIVISION: 10 IN RE: ESTATE OF KATHRYN LOUISE MOSELY, Deceased.

The administration of the Estate of Kathryn Louise Mosely, deceased, whose date of death was June 21, 2022, 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 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 January 18, 2024.

Personal Representative: Tommy Mosely c/o: Bennett Jacobs & Adams, P.A. Post Office Box 3300 Tampa, Florida 33601 Attorney for Personal Representative: Linda Muralt, Esquire Florida Bar No.: 0031129 Bennett Jacobs & Adams, P.A. Post Office Box 3300 Tampa, Florida 33601 Telephone: (813) 272-1400 Facsimile: (866) 844-4703 E-mail: LMuralt@bja-law.com January 18, 25, 2024 24-00021I

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SECOND INSERTION NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Notice is hereby given that on 2/2/2024 at 10:30 am, the following mobile home will be sold at public auction pursuant to F.S. 715.109. 1979 SKYL HS 01611005M . Last Tenants: TIMOTHY JOHN MAHLER and all unknown parties beneficiaries heirs . Sale to be at CS1031 MAPLEWOOD ESTATES MHC DST DBA TREASURE ISLE ESTATES, 1000 CHAMBERLIN BOULEVARD, PORT ORANGE, FL 32127. 813-241-8269.

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SECOND INSERTION NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Notice is hereby given that on 2/2/2024 at 10:30 am, the following mobile home will be sold at public auction pursuant to F.S. 715.109. 1968 RITZ HS 16071907V .

Last Tenants: THE ESTATE OF LYNNE BEACH, ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES, BENEFICIARIES, HEIRS, SUCCESSORS, AND ASSIGNS OF LYNNE BEACH, AND SHANGRI LA MOBILE HOME VILLAGE. Sale to be at SL ORMOND MHC LLC, 1310 FLEMING AVENUE, ORMOND BEACH, FL 32174.

813-241-8269.

January 18, 25, 2024 24-00009V

SECOND INSERTION NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Notice is hereby given that on 2/2/2024 at 10:30 am, the following mobile home will be sold at public auction pursuant to F.S. 715.109. 1979 GUER HS GD0CFL50785191 . Last Tenants: BRYAN NEAL GLASS and all unknown parties beneficiaries heirs . Sale to be at SUN HOLLY FOREST LLC, 1000 WALKER STREET, HOLLY HILL, FL 32117. 813241-8269.

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FIRST INSERTION WALKERS GREEN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Notice is hereby given that the Board of Supervisors (“Board”) of the Walkers Green Community Development District (the “District”) will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at 908 Taylor Rd, Port Orange, FL 32127. The meeting is open to the public and will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of Florida law.

The meeting may be continued to a date, time, and place to be specified on the record at the meeting. There may be occasions when Board Supervisors or District Staff may participate by speaker telephone.

A copy of the agenda for the meeting may be obtained at the offices of the District Manager, PFM Group Consulting LLC located at 3501 Quadrangle Boulevard, Suite 270, Orlando, Florida 32817 or by phone at (407) 723-5900 (“District Manager’s Office”), during normal business hours, or from the District’s website at https://walkersgreencdd.com/.

Any person requiring special accommodations at the meeting because of a disability or physical impairment should contact the District Manager’s Office at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the meeting. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the Florida Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1, or 1-800-955-8771 (TTY) / 1-800-955-8770 (Voice), for aid in contacting the District Manager’s Office.

Any person who decides to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at the meeting is advised that this same person will need a record of the proceedings and that accordingly, the person may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, including the testimony and evidence upon which such appeal is to be based.

Jane Gaarlandt District Manager Janaury 25, 2024

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CRESSWIND DELAND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT NOTICE OF THE DISTRICT’S INTENT TO USE THE UNIFORM METHOD OF COLLECTION OF NON-AD VALOREM ASSESSMENTS Notice is hereby given that the Cresswind DeLand Community Development District (“District”) intends to use the uniform method of collecting non-ad valorem assessments to be levied by the District pursuant to Section 197.3632, Florida Statutes.

The Board of Supervisors of the District will conduct a public hearing on Thursday, February 1, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. at Victoria Hills Golf Club, 300 Spalding Way, DeLand, Florida 32724.

The purpose of the public hearing is to consider the adoption of a resolution authorizing the District to use the uniform method of collecting non-ad valorem assessments to be levied by the District on properties located on land included in, or to be added to, the District.

The District may levy non-ad valorem assessments for the purpose of financing, acquiring, maintaining and/or operating community development facilities, services and improvements within and without the boundaries of the District, to consist of, among other things, water management and control, water supply, sewer and wastewater management, roads, parks and recreational facilities, landscape/hardscape/ irrigation, offsite roadway improvements, offsite utility extensions, and any other lawful projects or services of the District.

Owners of the properties to be assessed and other interested parties may appear at the public hearing and be heard regarding the use of the uniform method of collecting such non-ad valorem assessments. This hearing is open to the public and will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of Florida law for community development districts. The public hearing may be continued to a date, time and location to be specified on the record at the hearing. There may be occasions when Supervisors or staff may participate by speaker telephone.

Pursuant to provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in the hearing and/or meeting is asked to contact Patricia Comings-Thibault (“District Manager’s Office”), at least 48 hours before the hearing and/or meeting. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the Florida Relay Service at (800) 955-8770, who can aid you in contacting the District Manager’s Office.

Each person who decides to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at the hearing is advised that person will need a record of the proceedings and that accordingly, the person may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, including the testimony and evidence upon which such appeal is to be based. __________________________ District Manager

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 February 06, 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 11 day of January, 2024.

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 - DaV 24-00020I January 18, 25, 2024

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SECOND INSERTION NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Notice is hereby given that on 2/2/2024 at 10:30 am, the following mobile home will be sold at public auction pursuant to F.S. 715.109. 1980 NOBI HS N11270A & N11270B . Last Tenants: LEO LEROY BLAUVELT JR, WENDY JEAN COONEY, BERNIE MANN, STEVEN M STROBL, AND BARBARA A STROBL and all unknown parties beneficiaries heirs . Sale to be at HOLIDAY VILLAGE LP, 1335 FLEMING AVENUE, ORMOND BEACH, FL 32174. 813-282-6754.

January 18, 25, 2024

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SECOND INSERTION NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Notice is hereby given that on 2/2/2024 at 10:30 am, the following mobile home will be sold at public auction pursuant to F.S. 715.109. 1977 SKYL HS 01630363BK .

Last Tenants: MARGARET DISHEROON and all unknown parties beneficiaries heirs . Sale to be at CS1031 MAPLEWOOD ESTATES MHC DST DBA TREASURE ISLE ESTATES, 141 ROYAL PALM CIRCLE, PORT ORANGE, FL 32127.

813-241-8269.

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