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VOLUME 15, NO. 4
Three ways to support your local journalism: 1) scan the code, 2) call 386-447-9723, or 3) visit observerlocalnews.com/subscribe. THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2024
Who will pay for school deputies? Letter from Flagler County administration indicates a desire to transition away from funding SRDs. PAGE 3A
City rejects rate hike Palm Coast City Council will increase utility impact fees, holds off on raising monthly rates.
LOVE + TRUST Couples marry or renew vows at Valentine’s Day ceremony, at courthouse PAGE 1B
PAGE 2A INSIDE IS GROWTH REALLY A GOOD THING? Toby Tobin: The case for Florida’s growth Is incontrovertible. PAGE 12A
DEBATE CONTINUES OVER VETO POWER
Flagler Beach could look into expanding mayor’s veto power. PAGE 5A
DRUG BUST ON A GRAND SCALE
FCSO arrests 29 in yearlong undercover narcotics operation. PAGE 5A
BUILDERS INSTALL 2024 LEADERS
Michele Burpeau and Silvio DiGregorio married 42 years ago on Valentine’s Day, and renewed their vows at the courthouse. Photo by Sierra Williams
Flagler Home Builders Association installs 2024 president and Board of Directors PAGE 13A
MAKING HISTORY, IN KORONA
Forward thinking
African American Cultural Center hosts annual Youth Black History Program PAGE 4A
Show of strength Four Flagler County girls weightlifters place at state championships.
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Korona’s St. Mary Catholic Church added to the National Register of Historic Places. PAGE 3B
INDEX
Business....................PAGE 13A Calendar..................... PAGE 2B Comics ........................PAGE 7B Cops Corner............... PAGE 6A Letters.......................PAGE 12A McMillan....................PAGE 12A Public Notices...........PAGE 10B Sports......................... PAGE 4B Real Estate................PAGE 14A Veterans....................PAGE 12A
Fastest in Florida Douglas Seth runs fastest time in the nation at Florida Middle School Indoor Track Championships The Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Legacy Children’s Choir sang three songs at the 21st annual Youth Black History Program on Feb. 18. Photo by Brent Woronoff.
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