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Flagler, Palm Coast & Other Local News

Espanola Fire at 4,171 Acres As Lightning Storms Seed New Blazes

June 13, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 2 Comments

Lightning from the last two days’ storms is seeding the area with new fires–including four new ones Sunday–while rainfall remains too light to dent the growth of the Espanola fire.

Flagler’s Economic Development Plans In the Air as County-Wide Summit Is Cancelled

June 13, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 9 Comments

Between the unfinished work of some committees and the divisive fallout from a proposed restructuring of Enterprise Flagler, what was to be the sixth summit since January is delayed to an uncertain date.

Supervisor of Elections Asks for 6.5% Budget Increase As Other County Budgets Fall

June 13, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 13 Comments

They're not seeing eye-to-eye on the budget again: Supervisor of Elections Kimberle Weeks and County Commission Chairman Alan Peterson. (© FlaglerLive)

The sheriff’s budget is declining, the property appraiser’s is declining almost 9 percent, and county government has asked each department to cut 10 percent. The supervisor of elections’ exception led to new clashes with the county commission Monday.

SUV Rollover on I-95 Sends 2 to Hospital; No Other Vehicle Involved

June 13, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 1 Comment

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The Chevy’s roll-over took place two miles south of the Palm Coast Parkway exit at about 10:45 Monday morning, slowing northbound traffic.

Weather Service Issues Excessive Lightening Alert for Espanola Area, Heightening Fire Risks

June 12, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 2 Comments

Rain would be good, but only if it’s drenching and persistent. That’s not what this storm is bringing: fire-feeding wind and fire-starting lightning is also part of that storm.

Jacksonville and Clay Exit, Va. and Miss. Send Help As Espanola Fire Grows to 3,800 Acres

June 12, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 8 Comments

As winds begin to shift, bringing more drift smoke over Palm Coast, the Espanola fire keeps growing and out of county firefighters are rotating back home, though the Division of Forestry has taken over the Espanola fire.

At Second Chance Rescue Near Espanola Fire, 100 Animals Are Prepared for Evacuation

June 11, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 6 Comments

Debi Root’s Second Chance Rescue has pulled 30,000 animals from death row in 26 years. The Espanola fire near the State Road 100 operation is the latest challenge as Root lines up foster homes and volunteers should that becomes necessary.

Dog Pen Fire Jumps Its Lines, DOF Takes Over Espanola, Disaster Declaration Still Off

June 11, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 1 Comment

While most fires have been “behaving” in the past 24 to 36 hours, one fire jumped its lines today, and the 3,000-acre Espanola fire remains the big worry as winds will shift beginning Sunday, pushing smoke, and maybe fire, south and east.

Bunnell and Flagler Beach Angrily Denounce Enterprise Flagler’s Secretive “Done Deal”

June 9, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 19 Comments

A closed meeting restructuring Enterprise Flagler last week is unraveling into angry reactions by those left out, putting at risk half a year of economic development discussions and further miring the public-private partnership in controversy.

Flagler Students Rank 4th in Algebra in Florida, But New Test Won’t Affect District Grade

June 9, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 2 Comments

Because it’s a new, end-of-course exam, the state isn’t yet giving the test the weight it gives FCAT results, which is a disappointment to Flagler. Individual results, however, count for 30 percent of students’ final grade.

Duval, Clay, Volusia Helping Flagler; 18 Homes Pre-Evacuated; White Eagle Flaring Anew

June 9, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 5 Comments

Other counties’ crews should help relieve local firefighters and press the case for a declaration of a state of emergency. Pre-evacuation warnings affect the western portion of Flagler, north of S.R. 100.

Flagler Fires: New 70-Acre Blaze Northwest of Palm Coast, 3 in Southwest, Espanola Billows

June 8, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 8 Comments

The 70-acre late-afternoon blaze northwest of Palm Coast, beyond Hargrove Grade, was contained by evening, but three fires in the southwest are burning anew, and Espanola is approaching 2,000 acres.

In a Victory for Flagler Boaters, FWC Rejects Its Staff’s Proposed Manatee Speed Zones

June 8, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 15 Comments

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission asked its staff to draw up a new compromise favoring Flagler County’s position on manatee speed zones on the Intracoastal, a significant defeat for manatee advocates.

Coquina Defund: Palm Coast’s Desalination Hopes Dry Up As Last Partners Drop Out

June 8, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 5 Comments

Palm Coast's last partners are turning their back on funding desalination even as they say it'll be needed. Left, Tom Bartol of the St. John River Water Management District explains the likelyhood of the district eliminating funding soon during Tuesday's desalination group meeting. Richard Adams, who chairs the group, is at center, the water management district's Glenn Forrest is to the right. (© FlaglerLive)

The Coquina Coast Seawater Desalination project unveiled 14 general sites where the plant might be located in Palm Coast, but it may be a moot discussion as the city’s financial partners are quitting, and Palm Coast can’t afford it on its own.

When Will That Walmart Open on Old Kings Road? “Nobody Knows”

June 8, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 10 Comments

Favor to nowhere: The southern section of Old Kings Road, north of SR100, was rerouted to accommodate a Walmart store promised several years ago. (FlaglerLive)

Expanding Old Kings Road was to guarantee Walmart’s opening by 2011, with 400 to 500 jobs. Instead, the city is left holding a bag-full of empty promises–and a $6.3 million loan from its utility fund.

No Lawsuit Against the State Yet, But Flagler School Board Warms Up to Actionable Anger

June 7, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 17 Comments

Ronald Meyer, right, an attorney, has been challenging imbalances in the state's educational system for years. He was invited to address the board by Colleen Conklin, left. Trevor Tucker is at center. (FlaglerLive)

Ronald Meyer, the attorney who’s been challenging imbalances in Florida’s educational system for years, told the Flagler school board Tuesday that building a case will take more time, analysis–and public awareness.

Latest FCAT: Gains in Early-Grade Reading, Losses in Math, Dismal Sciences

June 7, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 5 Comments

FCAT scores for Flagler County schools’ 4th through 11th grades show upper-grade reading scores faring poorly, and science scores faring worse as the district’s quality appears to approach the state average, rather than excel above it.

Day Ends With a New Fire Near CR305 As Dangers Mount and Devastation Sprawls

June 6, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 1 Comment

The Espanola fire has grown to 1,500 acres, with little stopping it from doubling in size soon. By Monday evening, a new, 70-acre fire had exploded past Lake Disston on CR305, further straining limited firefighters’ resources. A complete roundup of Flagler’s forest fires and a photo gallery.

Palm Coast Data Lays Off Dozens and Loses Large NRA Membership Services Account

June 5, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 58 Comments

The NRA account represented 5 million members and a lucrative source of income. The loss compounds other losses in magazine titles that are either closing or migrating to other fulfillment companies.

Florida Wants Privatized Camping and RV Sites at 56 State Parks, Including Washington Oaks

June 4, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 2 Comments

The privatization quietly developed plan would bid out the 56 parks to companies that would build and operate the camping and RV sites as a way to generate money and ostensibly help keep the parks running.

Flagler Sheriff’s Deputy Ensures Safe Birth Of a Hurried Baby at a Palm Coast Home

June 3, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 5 Comments

“I went to go get the cell phone, and then she said she felt the head pop out,” the baby’s father said, quoting the baby’s mother. Flagler Sheriff’s Deputy Erik Pedersen made sure the baby was breathing before paramedics transported the family to Ormond Memorial early Thursday morning.

Fires Update: 2 Big Blazes Are Doubling in Size–Intentionally–as Flagler Requests Help

June 2, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 3 Comments

Close to a dozen fires are burning or being monitored in Flagler County as the Division of Forestry prepares to “backburn” larger fires to tame them. Flagler is requesting more boots on the ground. Expect more smoke.

Palm Coast’s Redistricting McCarthyism: Rowdiness, But Same Disputed Outcome

June 2, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 52 Comments

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The Palm Coast Redistricting Commission’s Louis McCarthy brooked no debate and little discussion in a testy meeting as the commission re-approved a recommendation that would eliminate a tea party favorite from this year’s municipal elections.

Synchro Belles Prepare to Defend State Title For 6th Year in a Row with Sunday Exhibit

June 2, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 4 Comments

Paige Wells, left, and Melanie Watkins are graduating high school and the Synchro Belles program and will be joining synchronized swimming teams in college: the top-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes for Wells, the Gators for Watkins. (© FlaglerLive)

The Flagler County Synchro Belles, established in 2000, have been reigning state champions since 2006. The 32 girls, ages 9-18, will put on a two-hour exhibition at the Belle Terre Swim and Racquet Club Sunday evening.

Flagler Fires Update: White Eagle Flares, Espanola Persists, A Dozen Others Puff On

June 1, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 3 Comments

County, city and state crews are weary, five serious fires and several lesser ones continue to burn in Flagler County, but so far no structures have been damaged nor any firefighters or civilians injured. A complete run-down of the fires.

The Live Crime Blotter, May 16-30, 2011

June 1, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 8 Comments

A burglary at the Imagine School work site, a woman flees and eludes a cop all the way to her home, a dog licks a cop and trouble follows, a long list of larcenies from unlocked cars, and more.

Palm Coast Looking to Other Cities for Guidance on Storefront Gambling Regulations

June 1, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 3 Comments

The Palm Coast City Council is all for stopping new storefront casino-type “internet cafes” for six months, but is less clear on whether, and how, to regulate them beyond that.

Firefighters and 3 Helicopters Contain Fire Near White Eagle Saloon; US 1 Open

May 31, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 13 Comments

Firefighters are battling a large fire at just east of US1, trying to keep it from jumping the highway, as another fire near Espanola had grown to 320 acres.

Palm Coast Fence-Sitting Over Black and White Divide Around Ralph Carter Park

May 31, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 20 Comments

Trench warfare: Ralph Carter Park on one side, Richardson Drive on the other, with the proposed 1,000-foot fence in hot pink. Click on the image for larger view. (© FlaglerLive)

The mostly white neighbors complain of mostly black users of the park want a fence installed, at considerable cost to taxpayers. The city council is weighing its choices and delaying a decision.

As Palm Coast Talks Development, Housing Prices Hit New Low, Falling 4.2% in 1Q

May 31, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 5 Comments

Housing prices fell to levels not seen since 2002 as double-dipping prices hit new recession lows. Meanwhile, the Palm Coast City Council discussed approval of a plan that would add 12,000 housing units to the local hosing stock.

Firefighters Battling Large, Twin Blazes Merging Into One Just West of Espanola

May 30, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 3 Comments

Flagler County firefighters and other dire departments were deployed against a 200-acre fire west of Espanola and north of the Mondex Monday evening, where two brush fires had joined into one large one.

Union Power in Prague: Flagler’s Firefighters World Champions for 2nd Time in 3 Years

May 28, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 5 Comments

Flagler paramedics’ Local 4337 team–Dennis Kline, Caryn Prather, Mike Pius, Jessie Hunter–competed against 27 teams from 17 countries, all of them from Europe.

A Pig’s Tale With Hitchhiking Advice from Thoreau as 327 Graduate Matanzas High

May 27, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 5 Comments

The fourth graduating class in six years at Matanzas included 43 seniors graduating magna cum laude and 23 graduating suma cum laude, with 28 percent of the class receiving high honors.

Widespread Declines in 3rd Grade FCAT, With 2 Exceptions–Rymfire and Imagine

May 27, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 24 Comments

flagler county schools 3rd Grade FCAT scores from 2009 to 2011. Click on the image for larger view. (© FlaglerLive graphic)

The declines in passing rates in the regular schools were slight but consistent, and more dramatic at two charter schools. Also, 107 of the 990 students tested failed, jeopardizing promotion to 4th grade pending summer school results.

Palm Coast Water Tower Free of Contaminants After Break-In, Tests Reveal; Questions Remain

May 27, 2011 | FlaglerLive | Leave a Comment

The 500,00-gallon water tank along I-95 was broken into on May 17 by unknown vandals. It was isolated from the rest of the system. It’ll remain isolated pending a week’s worth of maintenance.

Spotlight on Flagler Youth, the Annual Talent Show, Raises $1,000 for Carver Gym

May 27, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 8 Comments

Krystene Maceda’s solo performance of Chopin’s Waltz in C-sharp minor for piano won her the Entertainer of the Year award in the senior division, while Kayla Byrne won the honor in the junior division. Complete list of performers and winners.

Palm Coast Redistricting Plan Disqualifies Dennis Cross From City Council Election

May 26, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 29 Comments

Meeting quietly for the first time on Thursday, Palm Coast’s redistricting commission voted 5-0 to adopt a plan that redraws the city’s voting-district boundaries. The city council must ratify the plan in public hearings.

Lessons Against Drowning: Tom Gillin’s Water Tutorials Before Schools Let Out for Summer

May 26, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 2 Comments

Tom Gillen, Flagler Beach’s parks and recreation director and its life-guard-in-chief, has taken his junior-lifeguard lecture on the road to local schools to prepare children for summer break’s biggest attraction.

Flagler Beach Eyes Reserves and
More Taxes to Make Up Latest Revenue Loss

May 25, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 25 Comments

Flagler Beach has raised taxes for three successive years to make up for falling revenue from collapsing property values. It has a relatively large $3 million reserve, which it will likely use in combination with another tax hike to balance next year’s budget.

Jack Hardin, Only Basketball Coach to Take Bulldogs to Final Four (Twice), Dies

May 24, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 8 Comments

Jack Hardin, who taught social science at Bunnell and FPC from the 1960s to the 1980s, had also been a Bunnell city commissioner and ran for school board against Herschel King in 1982.

Long Records for Suspects Arrested in String of B-Section Burglaries in Palm Coast

May 24, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 15 Comments

From left, Andre Foster, Nick Rogers, Sarto Joli and Christopher Joseph.

The four suspects–two of them 19, two of them 20–all have prior records in Broward and Palm Beach counties. Bond was set between $200,000 and $400,000, depending on the suspect.

Darius Giddens, Bunnell Son With Troubled Past, Dies After a Fight in Daytona

May 24, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 108 Comments

Darius Giddens, 21, was involved in a fight at Daytona Beach’s Coliseum Wednesday night, where he suffered a head injury. He died at 2 p.m. on Monday.

Facing $6 Million Hit, County Begins Long Budget Season as Tax Hike Appears Inevitable

May 23, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 8 Comments

County commissioners are unlikely to elicit sympathy from taxpayers—or from employees facing a 3 percent pay cut from new retirement-contribution requirements, and a third year without raises.

In a Shift, and Despite Glut, State Approves 5,000-Home Palm Coast Development

May 23, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 17 Comments

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Old Brick Township to Palm Coast’s northwest is just one of several planned developments and existing lots that would add 40,000 new homes and 9 million square feet of commercial and industrial zones, more than doubling Flagler’s and Palm Coast’s populations.

$150,000 for New Fields at Indian Trails Complex as Tourism and Sports Merge

May 23, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 8 Comments

Palm Coast is looking to expand the Indian Trails Sports Complex to attract more lacrosse and soccer tournaments to the area, and with them more visitors.

Flagler 911: The Live Crime Blotter, May 8-15, 2011

May 22, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 3 Comments

A series of bicycle robberies, champagne and tequila shoplifting at Sharps Discount Liquors, a theft at the Italian-American club, two elderly brothers fighting over their 93-year-old mother, who ends up in the hospital, and more larcenies.

Suspect in Thursday’s Leidel Drive Shooting Arrested by Marshal Service in Volusia

May 21, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 12 Comments

William Copeland, 20, was wanted in the shooting of Accursio Venezia at his two-level home in northwest Palm Coast around midnight last Thursday. He is recovering.

In Frying Heat and Sacks of Spuds, Bunnell Sculpts Itself Another Potato Festival

May 21, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 3 Comments

Mardy Gilyard was having a field day at Carver Gym, the french fires were the very best this side of Belgium, and potatoes of all sorts and in all shapes were the star of the day at Bunnell’s third annual Potato Festival.

Reform Minister: David Ottati’s Healthy Risks at Florida Hospital Flagler

May 19, 2011 | Pierre Tristam | 5 Comments

David Ottati, missionary CEO. (© FlaglerLive)

David Ottati, Florida Hospital Flagler’s CEO, is investing, building, innovating, and taking risks despite–and because of–a sputtering economy and health care’s jaggedly changing landscape. So far, it’s paying off.

Man Shot In His Palm Coast Home, Allegedly By Daughter’s Boyfriend; Search On

May 19, 2011 | FlaglerLive | 39 Comments

The victim, Accursio Venezia, was shot in the chest in his home at 49 Leidel Drive in northwest Palm Coast, apparently through a back glass door, allegedly by his daughter’s boyfriend–and father to the man’s toddler grand-daughter.

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