Rising Middle East tensions highlight the extreme vulnerability of global fossil fuel markets. Cheap renewable technologies provide a permanent solution for energy independence and national security. Transitioning to all-electric systems offers decades of stability compared to volatile fuel prices. Electrification ensures resilience by replacing imported petroleum with reliable domestic solar and wind power.
Archives for March 27, 2026
In latest Attack on DEI, Florida Removes Sociology from University General Education Courses
The State University System Board of Governors on Thursday removed sociology from the public university general education catalog. The move, which wasn’t on the public agenda, was brought up by Chancellor Ray Rodrigues about 40 minutes into the meeting.
Florida Democrat Cherfilus-McCormick Found Guilty of Stealing and Laundering FEMA Funds
U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, a Florida Democrat, could be expelled from Congress for stealing millions in disaster aid payments laundered through her campaign account, according to a House panel’s Friday findings. The bipartisan House Ethics subcommittee declared Cherfilus-McCormick guilty on 25 of 27 ethics charges, hours after she withstood a lengthy hearing into her alleged double-dealings. It was the committee’s first public tribunal in nearly 16 years.
Palm Coast City Hall and 3 Schools Lost Internet and Phone Service Thursday and Friday in Accidental Cable Cut
A subcontractor accidentally severed a Fibernet line along U.S. 1 on Thursday, caused significant internet and phone outages for Palm Coast City Hall, Matanzas High School, Belle Terre Elementary and Indian Trails Middle School. Crews worked overnight to repair the damage and restore services by Saturday morning. Teachers transitioned to offline instruction to avoid classroom disruptions. The city manager intends to seek full financial reimbursement for the repair project costs.
As War and ICE Fuel Momentum, Throngs Expected at No Kings Rallies in Palm Coast and Flagler Beach Saturday
Organizers in Flagler County scheduled three separate No Kings rallies in Palm Coast and Flagler Beach, joining millions expected to participate in over 3,000 demonstrations across the nation and beyond Saturday. The non-hierarchical protests draw on thematic opposition to recent foreign and domestic policies and the president’s authoritarianism.
City Manager Names Fire Chief Kyle Berryhill Interim Deputy in Place of Departing Lauren Johnston
Palm Coast City Manager Mike McGlothlin appointed Fire Chief Kyle Berryhill as the interim deputy city manager today, replacing Lauren Johnston, who is joining the local school district in April. Bradd Clark will lead the fire department during the transition. Berryhill’s long tenure with the city and previous stints as acting manager provide institutional memory for a city staff seeking continuity, leadership, and stability.
The Daily Cartoon and Live Briefing: Friday, March 27, 2026
The Scenic A1A Pride Committee meets, Yasmina Reza’s “Art,” at City Repertory Theatre, Acoustic Jam Circle At The Community Center In The Hammock, Israel’s long history of funding Hamas.