Palm Coast Observer 02-22-24

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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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