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Sunrail Schedule Increases to 20 Round-Trips Ahead of Expansion With 4 More Stations

July 19, 2018 | FlaglerLive | 3 Comments

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Sunrail’s expansion adds 17 more miles and four new stations starting July 30, for a total of 39 miles in Orange, Volusia and Osceola counties.

Thursday Briefing: Golf Course Dispute, Inspired Mic, Beach Pier Bash, Heat Index to 103

July 19, 2018 | FlaglerLive | Leave a Comment

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The Flagler Beach City Commission holds a special meeting to determine the fate of its golf course, the chamber’s bash at the pier, the Inspired Mic at the New Europa.

Scott Signs Death Warrant, His 27th, For 1992 Murderer Jose Antonio Jimenez

July 18, 2018 | FlaglerLive | 8 Comments

Jose Antonio Jimenez

Jose Antonio Jimenez was convicted in the October 1992 killing of 63-year-old Phyllis Minas, whose neighbors heard her shout, “Oh God! Oh my God!” during the attack.

Local Police Should Not Collaborate With Immigration and Customs Enforcement

July 18, 2018 | FlaglerLive | 24 Comments

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As reports of abuse at ICE emerge and increase, robust sanctuary policies that end the collusion with local law enforcement that ICE relies on gain urgency.

Wednesday Briefing: Live Bombing, Happy Birthday Bob Cuff, Tourism Grants, Docks for Marineland, Trump Oops

July 18, 2018 | FlaglerLive | Leave a Comment

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Marineland guns for a $150,000 tourism grant to build docks at its marina, live bombing in the Ocala forest, Palm Coast Councilman Bob Cuff is 68, heat index to 103.

Before Vilifying Russia, U.S. Policy Apologists Might Try Looking in the Mirror

July 17, 2018 | FlaglerLive | 12 Comments

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A bellicose stance toward Russia has become so routine and widespread that we might not give it a second thought. That makes it all the more hazardous.

FSU Will Move Statue of Slaveholder and Seek to Scrub Segregationist’s Name From Law School Building

July 17, 2018 | FlaglerLive | 9 Comments

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The statue of Francis Eppes, a grandson of Thomas Jefferson and a former mayor of Tallahassee, has been up only since 2002. FSU President John Thrasher will seek to have the name of segregationist B.K. Roberts removed from the law school building.

Tuesday Briefing: Buddy Taylor Middle’s New Principal, School Vouchers, Food Truck Tuesday, Heat Index to 103

July 17, 2018 | FlaglerLive | Leave a Comment

Buddy Taylor Middle School's new principal, Bobby Bossardet.

Palm Coast government discusses its budget, the School Board discusses the effects of a publicly funded private school voucher program on the district, Food Truck Tuesday in Central Park.

Sheriff Staly on Operations Center: “I Will Not Tolerate Blaming Victims of This Building, My Employees”

July 16, 2018 | FlaglerLive | 13 Comments

Flagler County Sheriff Rick Staly, right, with County Commission Chairman Greg Hansen, center, and County Administrator Craig Coffey before today's meeting on the Sheriff's Operations Center. (© FlaglerLive)

Sheriff Rick Staly delivered a 2,000-word statement on the troubled Operations Center during Monday’s workshop on the matter. The full text is reproduced here.

Three of Florida’s State University Presidents Earned More Than $1 Million Last Year

July 16, 2018 | FlaglerLive | 2 Comments

University of Central Florida President John Hitt, who retired last month, earned $1.28 million

Three state university presidents in Florida earned more than $1 million in pay and other compensation during the 2016-2017 academic year.

Monday Briefing: Heat Index Up to 102, Sheriff’s Operations Center Diagnosis, Bunnell Manager Search

July 16, 2018 | FlaglerLive | Leave a Comment

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The County Commission holds a workshop to hear the results of air testing at the troubled Sheriff’s Operations Center, Bunnell commissioners try a new list of manager candidates to interview.

Weekend Briefing: Job Fair, France v. Croatia, Kids’ Fishing Clinic, Shriners, ‘Lego Batman’

July 13, 2018 | FlaglerLive | Leave a Comment

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It’s all about the World Cup final, but also Flagler Sportsfishing’s 9th annual free kids’ fishing clinic, free movie in the park, bowling to raise money for Daytona State College scholarships, and more.

Nat Reed, Adviser to Governors and Presidents Who Left His Imprint on Flagler’s Environment, Dies

July 12, 2018 | FlaglerLive | 1 Comment

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Nat Reed, who died at 84, co-founded 1,000 Friends of Florida. His stewardship led to Flagler’s progressive comprehensive plan and greenway and environmental successes.

Thursday Briefing: Campus Safety Symposium, Flagler Beach’s Latest Bogey, Eskimo Wisdom, Dire Citrus Results

July 12, 2018 | FlaglerLive | Leave a Comment

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A school safety symposium gathers at Daytona State College, Commissioner Eric Cooley is expected to make his first public appearance at the Flagler Beach Commission since his arrest on a domestic violence charge.

What’s At Stake If Brett Kavanaugh Joins the Supreme Court

July 11, 2018 | FlaglerLive | 27 Comments

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All Americans say they value personal freedom, especially the right to make our own decisions about our private lives. Expect that to end.

School Massacre Commission Told Emergency Communications Problems Are Not Restricted To Broward

July 11, 2018 | FlaglerLive | 1 Comment

Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri

Emergency calls from Parkland are shepherded by two separate communication centers, depending on whether the caller uses a cell phone or landline.

Wednesday Briefing: Photo Contest Winner, England v. Croatia, Healing With Foods, Christmas Come True Re-Opening

July 11, 2018 | FlaglerLive | Leave a Comment

Vicki Payne wins Palm Coast’s photo contest, Christmas Come True has its grand re-opening, healing with food is the topic at the coffee series, England battles Croatia in World Cup.

Florida Regulators Approve Addition of 689 Area Code As Overlay in 407 Zone

July 10, 2018 | FlaglerLive | Leave a Comment

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As available numbers run out in the 407 zone, 689 will be available as a new area code in Orange, Osceola and Seminole counties, parts of Lake and Volusia.

Drug War Blowback: Why Those Central American Immigrants Are Still Coming

July 10, 2018 | FlaglerLive | 7 Comments

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Between the drug war and the backing of brutal regimes, the U.S. created conditions in Central America that families are desperate to flee — even if they risk being separated.

Tuesday Briefing: Traffic Safety Team, France v. Belgium, African-American Entrepreneurs, Area Code 689

July 10, 2018 | FlaglerLive | Leave a Comment

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Flagler’s traffic safety team meets, it’s England and Belgium in the World Cup semi, a new area code may be coming to Central Florida, the African-American Entrepreneurs Association signs on with the SBA.

Days After Criticism From Sen. Nelson, Governor Declares Emergency Over Algae Outbreak

July 9, 2018 | FlaglerLive | 6 Comments

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On Friday and over the weekend Democrats and Bill Nelson accused Scott of “going through the motions” in dealing with the algae blooms.

Monday Briefing: Bunnell’s Next Manager, Flagler Budget, Jeanette Loftus’s Rotary, Ronald Titus’s Deployment

July 9, 2018 | FlaglerLive | Leave a Comment

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Bunnell may decide tonight to sign on with Martin Murphy as manager, the Flagler County Commission talks property tax rates again, Ronald Titus redeploys with firefighters out west.

Abolish ICE

July 8, 2018 | FlaglerLive | 37 Comments

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Immigration and Customs Enforcement is supposed to keep Americans safe. Instead, it’s terrorizing refugees, families, and small children.

The Other Victims: First Responders To Traumas and Disasters Often Suffer In Solitude

July 6, 2018 | FlaglerLive | 8 Comments

Some firefighters, emergency medical providers, law enforcement officers and others say the scale, sadness and sometimes sheer gruesomeness of their experiences haunt them, leading to tearfulness and depression, job burnout, substance abuse, relationship problems, even suicide.

Weekend Briefing: First Friday in Flagler Beach, Doobie Brothers Tribute, Tour de France, Softball Classic

July 6, 2018 | FlaglerLive | Leave a Comment

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If you miss July 4th fun you can head back to Flagler Beach for First Friday, a Doobie Brothers tribute band at the Bandshell, the fabulous Tour de France kicks off.

No Smokable Medical Marijuana Allowed Before Legal Challenge Plays Out, Court Orders

July 5, 2018 | FlaglerLive | 10 Comments

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The ruling by a three-judge panel of the 1st District Court of Appeal came in a lawsuit initiated by Orlando trial attorney John Morgan and others who maintain that a Florida law barring patients from smoking their treatment runs afoul of a 2016 constitutional amendment that broadly legalized medical marijuana.

Thursday Briefing: US Navy Band “Cruisers,” Rubio Mobile Office, Palm Coast Tech Assessment, Mafted

July 5, 2018 | FlaglerLive | 1 Comment

Sheriff Rick Staly was one of the few Flagler elected officials in Wednesday's Independence Day Parade in Flagler Beach not running for something. (© FlaglerLive)

A down day as Flagler recovers from July 4 festivities, with a US Navy Band concert in Daytona and, if you insist, Rubio’s mobile staff office hours in Ormond.

From Food Stamps To Housing Allowances, There’s an All-Out War On Kids

July 3, 2018 | FlaglerLive | 21 Comments

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It’s not just on the border: the Trump administration is targeting food stamps eligibility, rent subsidies and other safety-net measures that protect children.

Union-Busting Bill Draws Lawsuit from Florida Education Association and Teachers

July 3, 2018 | FlaglerLive | 7 Comments

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Florida teachers and unions filed a lawsuit Monday challenging the constitutionality of a new law that requires local unions to represent 50 percent or more of instructional personnel.

Independence Days Briefing: Fireworks, The Flagler Beach Parade, Choral Arts Society Concert, Sportsfishing

July 3, 2018 | FlaglerLive | Leave a Comment

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Yes, it’s days, not day: celebrations begin Tuesday, stretch through Wednesday with fireworks in Town Center and in Flagler Beach plus all sorts of associated events.

Monday Briefing: Campaign Signs on Trucks, County Taxes, Bunnell’s Demanding Candidate, Palm Coast Tech Assessment

July 2, 2018 | FlaglerLive | Leave a Comment

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The Flagler County Commission takes on those trucks that park on county property to advertise candidates, the Bunnell commission decides whether its manager candidate is worth $90,000.

Man Shoots and Kills German Shepherd in Palm Coast’s W-Section, Says In Self-Defense

July 1, 2018 | FlaglerLive | 51 Comments

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A 5-year-old German Shepherd mix called Caroline is dead from a gunshot to the head after allegedly attacking a man and his puppy on Westchester Lane in Palm Coast this morning.

Unlocked And Loaded: Families Confront Dementia And Guns

July 1, 2018 | FlaglerLive | 8 Comments

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The epidemic of gun violence that kills 96 people a day is focused on mental illness. But a little-known problem is what to do about firearms in homes of aging Americans with dementia.

Zero Tolerance: Here’s What It’s Like to Work at a Shelter for Immigrant Kids

June 30, 2018 | FlaglerLive | 21 Comments

A photo provided by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services shows immigrant children inside Casa Padre on June 14.

A window into a system pushed into overdrive, straining to serve traumatized kids amid the uncertainty of America’s immigration system.

DeSantis and Putnam Battle To Out-Trump Each Other In Televised Debate

June 29, 2018 | FlaglerLive | 22 Comments

Ron DeSantris, left, and Adam Putnam in their debate in Orlando Thursday evening.

Adam Putnam and Ron DeSantis focused more on national topics than challenges facing the next Florida governor in their debate broadcast on Fox.

Weekend Briefing: Scenic A1A, Lifeguard Certification, Bandshell’s ZZ Top Tribute,

June 29, 2018 | FlaglerLive | Leave a Comment

An only slightly spoofed version of the famous poster of 'Creature from the Black Lagoon,' the movie shot at Marineland and shown Saturday at the attraction as part of its 50-year celebration. See below.

Democrats and Republicans hold competing state summits, a lifeguard certification class at Frieda Zamba pool, Creature from the Black Lagoon in Marineland.

There’s Always Room For a Confederate Statue in a Lake County Government Building

June 28, 2018 | FlaglerLive | Leave a Comment

Confederate Gen. Edmund Kirby Smith's bronze statue is headed to a Tavares county-owned building. (NSF)

A bronze statue of the Confederate general will be relocated from the National Statuary Hall in Washington to a museum housed in the same building as the Lake County Sheriff’s Office

A Dagger in the Heart of Unions, Workers and Democracy: Behind the Janus Ruling

June 28, 2018 | FlaglerLive | 2 Comments

A National Nurses United rally. (Facebook)

Their end game is to overturn a fundamental premise of majority rule, and lock in place permanent Constitutional changes to bar any limits on oligarchical rule.

Thursday Briefing: Future of Water, Animal Cruelty Sentencing, Flagler Beach Audit, Heat Index Up to 105

June 28, 2018 | FlaglerLive | Leave a Comment

The Future of Water, a Common Ground breakfast hosted by the Chamber of Commerce, is this morning at 8. See details below. (© FlaglerLive)

The Chamber’s Common Ground breakfast focuses on the future of water, Brenden Geary is sentenced on an animal cruelty conviction, the heat index is expected to reach 106.

More Than 100 New Laws Take Effect Sunday, as Does $88 Billion Budget

June 27, 2018 | FlaglerLive | Leave a Comment

expanding the use of public dollars for private-school vouchers.

New laws expanding education vouchers, prohibiting marriage for anyone younger than 18, and placing Florida on permanent daylight saving time–if Congress approves–all go into effect.

Wednesday Briefing: Heat Index Up to 106, Stewart Marchman Foundation, Compassionate Friends

June 27, 2018 | FlaglerLive | Leave a Comment

Joe Marotti, a member of the county's economic development board, is the Flagler Education Foundation's new president for the year. He was installed at the foundation's annual installation banquet Saturday at Hammock Dunes. (© FlaglerLive)

Watch out for that heat, the African American Entrepreneurs Club gets the county’s economic development board’s sponsorship, Stewart Marchman Foundation’s annual gala.

Being Separated From My Child Nearly Destroyed Me

June 26, 2018 | FlaglerLive | 2 Comments

The administration’s policy of separating families is torture, and Trump’s executive order to incarcerate families together doesn’t solve the crisis.

Tuesday Briefing: NAACP Candidate Forum, Youth Baseball, Heat Index 101 to 105, Juvenile Justice Study

June 26, 2018 | FlaglerLive | Leave a Comment

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The NAACP holds one of its famed candidates’ forum at the African American Cultural Society, a study on juvenile justice in Florida is released.

Monday Briefing: Flagler County Taxes, Bunnell Manager Pick, CR205 Road Closure, Indivisible

June 25, 2018 | FlaglerLive | Leave a Comment

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The Flagler County Commission meets to discuss next year’s likely increase in proeprty taxes, the Bunnell commission meets to possibly choose a new manager, County Road 205 closes for construction.

Ralph Nader’s Open Letter to Amazon’s Jeff Bezos

June 22, 2018 | FlaglerLive | 14 Comments

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Given your successful tax avoidance mania, you should be ashamed of yourself, Nader tells the Amazon founder. “You should spend some personal time” with the homeless.

Weekend Briefing: Qualifying Window Closes, Jazz at Salvo, Amateur Radio, Social Justice Conference

June 22, 2018 | FlaglerLive | Leave a Comment

Bethune-Cookman University hosts an Education and Social Justice conference starting Sunday.

National Amateur Radio Field Day at the Hammock Community Center, Bethune Cookman University hosts an education and social justice conference, Jazz at Salvo Art House, World Cup Watch Party in Palm Coast.

U.S. Supreme Court Ruling On Web Retailers Could Boost Florida’s Sales Tax Revenue

June 21, 2018 | FlaglerLive | 9 Comments

In 2014, Amazon, the largest online retailer, began collecting the tax in Florida after it opened a series of “fulfillment centers” in the state. But the tax is not applied to third-party sales through the Amazon network. (Amazon)

A 5-4 ruling upheld a law that allowed the state to apply its sales tax to major online retailers, even if they had no physical presence in the state.

Critics Assail Scott Policy Shift That Would Reduce Eligibility Window For Medicaid

June 21, 2018 | FlaglerLive | 1 Comment

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The majority of the 39,000 people impacted by the change would be seniors and people with disabilities. But Gov. Scott wants the shift to save nearly $100 million.

Thursday Briefing: Senior Self-Defense, World’s Largest Swim Lesson, Heat Index Up to 109, Dante Mobley

June 21, 2018 | FlaglerLive | Leave a Comment

Today is Greenland National Day. Enjoy the ice while it lasts. The image above is taken of a fjord at the southeast side of Greenland. Today also coincides with the summer solstice, the longest day of the year. (Rita Willaert)

Beware, the heat index is set to rise to 109 in the afternoon in parts of Flagler, Lunch ‘N Learn is about senior self-defense, Dante Mobley is back in court on a probation violation.

We Get It. Trump Is Awful. But Standard-Issue Democrats Are Not an Alternative.

June 20, 2018 | FlaglerLive | 29 Comments

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The neoliberal establishment that runs the Democratic Party party holds fast to the very policies that are making it shrink into oblivion, argues John Atcheson.

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