Ormond Beach Observer 11-13-25

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Ormond Beach City Commissioner Travis Sargent speaks during OMAM’s annual Veterans Day Tribute on Nov. 11. Photo by Jarleene Almenas

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Driver in Ormondby-the-Sea crash is charged with homicide

A 63-year-old man from Illinois is facing two counts of vehicular homicide for a Nov. 1 crash on A1A in Ormond-bythe-Sea that has now resulted in the death of two people.

Scott March, of Findlay Ohio, was first arrested on Monday, Nov. 3, for the death of a 72-year-old Thomas Lauck, who died at the scene of the Nov. 1 crash, after he and his wife, 73-year-old Julia Lauck, were ejected from their Jeep after March struck them with his Corvette, according to Florida Highway Patrol. March was attempting to pass the couple’s Jeep in a no passing zone.

Julia Lauck had been transported to the hospital in critical condition. She died from her injuries on Thursday,

COPS CORNER

OCT. 9

GOLDEN TICKET

2:07 p.m. — 100 block of East Granada Boulevard, Ormond Beach Found property. Police responded to a grocery store after an employee found a lottery ticket in the parking lot. The lottery ticket was worth $500 in winnings, according to the incident report. The store manager told police their policy was to turn over any lottery tickets worth over $100 in winnings to local police after cashing it in. Police were provided with the lottery ticket and cash for safekeeping.

Nov. 6. FHP reports the crash remains under investigation.

Bunnell man found with 24 grams of fentanyl, sheriff says

Flagler County Sheriff’s Office deputies found 24.4 grams of fentanyl on a Bunnell man who was arrested on Nov. 5 for failing to register his motorcycle.

The FCSO pulled over the suspect, 62-year-old David Burley near midnight at the intersection of Mahogany Boulevard and Mistletoe Street because of a discrepancy between the license plate and the registered owner, a FCSO press release said. Burley provided deputies with a vehicle registration and title application that belonged to a different vehicle. He had purchased the motorcycle from a third party but failed to register it.

When further investigation also showed the motorcycle had an expired registration

OCT. 18

CHURCH THEFT

5:45 p.m. — First block of S. Halifax Drive, Ormond Beach Grand theft. A local church reverend called police after two laptops were stolen from their choir room.

A church employee had left his Dell laptop atop his wife’s in the room that morning, according to a police incident report. These laptops had been placed on top of a Macbook, which was not stolen. Surveillance footage revealed a man entered the room at around 11:26 a.m.

However, because the choir room doesn’t have cameras, the surveillance footage simply captured the man entering and exiting the room. Church staff recognized him as a transient who previously

under a different name, Burley was placed under arrest, the press release said. A search of his pockets turned up a loaded pistol, the 24.4 grams of fentanyl and $2,307 in cash.

According to the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration website, “two milligrams of fentanyl can be lethal depending on a person’s body size, tolerance and past usage.” By that standard, Burley had in his possession enough fentanyl for 12,200 potentially lethal doses.

That is the population of Bunnell, Flagler Beach, Beverly Beach and Marineland combined.

“But now this poison is off the street, this dirtbag is in the jail, and he’s facing a 20-year mandatory minimum sentence and $100,000 fine,” Staly said. “Another great job by our deputies looking beyond the traffic violation.”

Burley is facing charges for trafficking in fentanyl, carrying a concealed firearm during the commission of a felony, operating an unregistered motor vehicle, and at-

stole from their food pantry, though they chose not to report it at the time. This time, the church did want to press charges for the stolen laptops.

The suspect, a 57-year-old man, was located the next day. He was wearing several of the same clothing items as the suspect seen in the surveillance footage, and told police he frequented the church every Friday to get food.

The suspect claimed he was not the man pictured on the surveillance footage and allowed police to search his bag; there were no laptops inside.

A couple days later, one of the victims identified the suspect in a photo lineup. He was arrested at his workplace on probable cause

taching an unassigned license plate to a motor vehicle, the press release said. He is being held at the Sheriff Perry Hall Inmate Detention Facility without bond.

Child solicitation investigation leads to arrest of California man

A California man who attempted to solicit a child he met online has been arrested following a more than twoyear investigation by the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.

The suspect is Brandon Rodriguez-Silva, 20, of San Jose, California. Rodriguez-Silva was 18 when deputies first began investigating in 2023, a FCSO press release said.

In June 2023, a parent told deputies he had discovered an inappropriate and sexually explicit conversation on his child’s iPad between his child and an unknown male.

During the investigation, deputies determined the child had met the suspect on the online gaming platform Rob-

and was taken to jail.

OCT. 28

GOTTA GO FAST

2:57 a.m. – Mile Marker 284, southbound Interstate 95, Flagler County

Dangerous excessive speed

A Jacksonville man was caught speeding at 115 mph on the Interstate.

A Highway Patrol officer was monitoring the area near Mile Marker 287 when the Mercedes Benz driver sped passed him, passing by a group of slower drivers, according to an arrest report. The officer wrote he had to reach 140 mph in speed just to catch up to the suspect.

The driver told the officer he was sorry and that he was speeding because he was in a hurry to see someone in

lox, and then began messaging on the app Discord and over the cell phone instant message, the press release said. In their conversation, the suspect requested nude photos, the press release said.

The messages between the suspect and the child contained numerous sexually explicit texts and photographs, but no nudity.

The case was assigned to FCSO’s Cyber Crimes/ICAC Unit and detectives identified the suspect as RodriguezSilva, the press release said.

Bond was set at $50,000 and nationwide extradition, the press release said.

FCSO’s Fugitive Unit coordinated with the U.S. Marshals Service’s Pacific Southwest Regional Fugitive Task Force and Rodriguez-Silva was arrested in California by marshals on Nov. 5.

Rodriguez-Silva was transported to Elmwood Correctional Facility in Milpitas, California, where he is being held without bond until he is extradited to Flagler County, the press release said.

Orlando.

The driver was placed under arrest.

OCT. 30

A HARD ROCK LIFE

3:27 p.m. – 3500 block of County Road 205, Bunnell Grand theft. A Palatka man was arrested for stealing coquina rock from a Flagler County residential construction site and trying to sell it on Facebook Marketplace.

The co-owners of the construction business had noticed their coquina rocks were going missing over a few months. On Oct. 20, two distinctive, large coquina rocks went missing from the construction site and, two days later, appeared for sale on Facebook, according to an arrest report.

Palm Coast man arrested in Texas on warrant for child sex crimes

A Palm Coast man is in custody on a Flagler County fugitive warrant for sexually abusing a child under the age of 12. The El Paso Police Department arrested Giovanni Curtis, 22, of Palm Coast, in El Paso, Texas, after a warrant was issued for his arrest following a six-month investigation, led by the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office Major Case Unit, into allegations of child sex crimes that occurred in various jurisdictions over several years. The investigation began in May after a parent of the victim contacted detectives. Through investigative means, detectives also determined that Curtis was 13 years old when he committed the crimes in Flagler County. Curtis is being held in Texas a $150,000 bond and awaiting extradition to Flagler County.

One of the co-owners messaged the suspect selling them and then contacted the Sheriff’s Office about the theft. The co-owner sent deputies screenshots of the listing and conversation, which included photos of the rocks at the construction site, based on the landscaping and street layout.

The suspect was identified as a Palatka, Florida resident. The suspect agreed to sell the rocks to his “buyer” for $3,200. The rocks have an estimated value of $1,200$1,600, the report said. On Oct. 30, the suspect drove Espanola to meet the “buyer” and instead found Sheriff’s Office deputies. He was charged with grand theft.

Home of the brave

Ormond Memorial Art Museum holds annual Veterans Day Tribute.

JARLEENE ALMENAS MANAGING

EDITOR

As the citizens nationwide gather to honor the legacy of U.S. veterans, Ormond Beach City Commissioner Travis Sargent highlighted the importance of service — and continuing to support all who served.

Sargent, a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, was the keynote speaker during this year’s annual Veterans Day Tribute at the Ormond Memorial Art Museum on Tuesday, Nov. 11. The ceremony featured performances by the LPE Jazz Trio, the Bombshell Sirens of Halifax Theatre, comedian Carmen Vallone and the Daytona Beach Choral Society.

During his emotional speech, Sargent said that the

fight for freedom is ongoing.

“It is our responsibilities to ensure that those who continue to serve are supported and cared for,” he said. “This means advocating for their rights, ensuring they have access to health care, education, and employment opportunities, and providing a network of support as they transition back to civilian life.”

Sargent shared his own story of how he came to enlist in the Marine Corps. At 18 years old in 1998, he and his best friend were attending a math class at Daytona State College. The classroom was full; it was standing-room only, Sargent said.

They decided to do something different, choosing to enlist instead.

While serving, Sargent lost a roommate to suicide.

According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, an average of 17 veterans a day died by suicide in 2022.

Sargent told veterans in the audience that they weren’t alone.

“No matter how heavy things get, your life has meaning,” he said. “It has purpose beyond what you can see in this moment. The pain you are feeling is real, but it can get better and you deserve to see better days.”

OMAM has been honoring veterans since it was built in 1946. Shortly after World

War II, artist Malcom Fraser offered a collection of his life’s work to any city along the east coast of the state who would build an art museum in honor of veterans. Ormond Beach residents took him up on his offer. WWII veterans helped with construction.

And for the past almost 80 years, the museum has celebrated veterans.

“We get to fulfill one of our pillars of our mission on Veterans Day each year and that’s honoring those who have fought for our freedom,”

OMAM Board President Allison Miller said.

Mayor Jason Leslie also spoke during the event, saying that Veterans Day is a reminder that freedom has a cost.

“Let us remember that our gratitude should never be limited to just one day,” he said.

“We owe our veterans our continued respect, care, and commitment throughout the year.”

On behalf of the Volusia County Veterans Council and the Military Officers Association of America Halifax Chap-

Ormond Beach honors veterans

JARLEENE

ALMENAS MANAGING EDITOR

For the past seven years, Army veteran Bob Adkins has worked to restore honor to forgotten veterans.

As a veteran recovery officer for the Missing in America Project, Adkins works to locate unclaimed cremated remains of veterans in cemeteries across the state, with the purpose to inter them in a national cemetery.

“You can’t believe how many of them there are in the state of Florida,” Adkins said. “Cremains sitting on shelves. We are there looking for our veterans. We are there looking for our veteran wives. We are there looking for our veteran and dependent children, and believe it or, they’re there.”

Adkins was the guest speaker for Ormond Beach’s Veterans Day Celebration, held at the Ormond Beach Senior Center on Thursday, Nov. 6.

The event featured lunch, live

music by The Blue Notes and a proclamation presented by Ormond Beach Mayor Jason Leslie.

Adkins, a past president of the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1048, often visits high schools to teach students about the Vietnam

War. He used his speech at the celebration to educate, as well, focusing on the MIAP, which has visited 3,000 funeral homes across the nation.

So far, 38,000 unclaimed remains have been found by the nonprofit’s recovery officers. Of those 7,900, have been veterans.

To date, Adkins said the MIAP has been able to inter 7,757 of these veterans in national cemeteries.

Adkins and the MIAP have visited 220 funeral homes and found 3,500 urns of

ter, Leslie presented Sargent with a leadership award, as well as challenge coin.

Behind every uniform is a story, Sargent said.

“A story of commitment, sacrifice, resilience,” Sargent said. “These individuals have faced challenges that most cannot even begin to imagine. They have endured hardships separated from their families for long periods of time and faced danger in the name of our country. Their bravery is a testament to the character, of their commitment to the ideals we hold dear.”

unclaimed cremated remains.

Of those, 606 were veterans and 198 were military spouses. Three dependent children were also located.

“There’s only about five of

us in the state of Florida that do what I do,” Adkins said. And due to the government shutdown, Adkins said 25 remains scheduled to be interred were delayed. They were supposed to have been laid to rest on Oct. 30 at the South Florida National Cemetery. In total, 55 remains of veterans await to be interred in the state, Adkins said. The majority of the veteran remains the MIAP is finding served in Vietnam.

“It is so important to be honored as a veteran, and especially as Vietnam veterans who didn’t get the recognition when we came home,” Adkins said. “It’s time to get these veterans who are sitting in these funeral homes — it’s time to get them honored.” To learn more about the MIAP, visit www.miap.us.

Marine Corps veteran Jerry Kramer salutes the flag.

Army veteran Bob Adkins, past president of the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1048 and Missing in America Project veteran recovery officer, delivers the keynote speech. Photos by Jarleene Almenas

Air Force veteran Gloria Makowski

Larry Scovotto, Larry Hildebrandt, Debby Hildebrandt, Linda Scovotto and Jim Bowers (back) enjoy Ormond Beach’s Veterans Day Celebration.

Ormond Beach Parks and Recreation Director Robert Carolin and employees Max Clemente and Kim Durost.

Ormond Beach City Commissioner Travis Sargent is presented with an award and challenge coin by Mayor Jason Leslie.

The Bombshell Sirens of Halifax Repertory Theatre — Sandra Cook, Jennifer McGill and Jenny Gibbens — perform. Photos by Jarleene Almenas

The Rotary Club of Downtown Ormond Beach served hotdogs during the event. Pictured are Lisa Perry, Randolyn O’Malia and Alex Schumann.

Ormond Memorial Art Museum Board President Allison Miller speaks.

A saxophonist with the LPE Jazz Trio performs.

FDOT to resurface

The $19 million project also includes a new traffic signal at Old Kings Road.

JARLEENE

ALMENAS MANAGING EDITOR

The Florida Department of Transportation is planning to resurface almost 4 miles of Nova Road from Holly Hill to Ormond Beach, a project that will cost over $19 million in design and construction.

An open house on the project was held on Wednesday, Nov. 5. FDOT representatives also attended the Ormond Beach City Commission meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 4, to give officials an overview of the project, which will span from the intersection of Nova at Flomich Street north to the

A map showing the project’s scope and main improvements. Courtesy of FDOT

4 miles of Nova Rd

intersection with U.S. 1. FDOT seeks to replace the existing center two-way left turn lane between Granada Boulevard and Wilmette Avenue with a 16-foot raised median, as well as add a new traffic signal and pedestrian crossings at Old Kings Road.

“This improvement will provide an additional protected signalized crossing for pedestrians and bicyclists when they want to cross Nova Road,” said Jim Stroz, FDOT director of Transportation Development. “This goes back to our goal of improving the pedestrian and bicycle safety along the corridor.”

From 2016 to 2023, there have been 11 pedestrian and bicycle crashes in the area of Nova Road between an area just south of Granada Boulevard north to Wilmette Avenue. There have also been five fatal crashes — two involving cars, two involving motorcycles and one involving a pedestrian.

As part of the project’s safety and operational improvements, FDOT will include dedicated left-turn lanes and median openings along the corridor. These access management improvements reduce conflict points — or possible crashes — by 75%, Stroz said.

“The primary benefit to access management is the reduction of these conflict points, which equates to improved safety,” he said.

There will be no bicycle lanes north of Granada Boulevard, Stroz said.

A new directional median will also be constructed at Arroyo Parkway, which FDOT stated will reduce chances of crashes. The median will allow left turns from Nova Road to Arroyo Parkway, but traffic going onto Nova from Arroyo will need to turn right. The project will also upgrade

A rendering of the proposed traffic signal at Old Kings Road. Rendering courtesy of FDOT

traffic and pedestrian signals, enhance lighting at signalized intersections and reconstruct pedestrian curb ramps to comply with ADA standards.

Because the project’s scope is within the existing right of way, FDOT has no additional acquisition cost.

Stroz said the design phase of the project, which costs $2.6 million, is only months away from completion. Construction, estimated to cost $16.8 million, is expected to begin in summer 2026.

City Commissioner Kristin Deaton said Tuesday that she was “optimistically cautious” about the project.

“After the most recent Granada project, I would love if you could maybe assure the community that you’ve taken into account some of their feedback, and some of the feedback that we have given, regarding the raised medians and some of the issues that we had,” Deaton said to Stroz.

Stroz said FDOT does want to take advantage of previous feedback received for its project on the city’s downtown on Granada Boulevard.

“Those were more speed management improvements with some raised elements in the bulb-outs,” he said. “Those have been removed from the project as a result of coordinating with city staff.”

Red, white and song

Tomoka Elementary kindergartners honored veterans with special program on Friday, Nov. 7.

Tomoka Elementary honored local veterans with a special program on Friday, Nov. 7.

Kindergartners wearing red, white and blue performed patriotic songs in the school cafeteria in front of family and school faculty. Five fifth graders then spoke about each of the branches of the military.

The cafeteria was decorated by the school’s PTA and the

for their

“We appreciate you every day and I’m glad that we had an opportunity to perform for you,” she said.

JARLEENE ALMENAS MANAGING EDITOR

musical program was led by teacher Teresa Holton.

Tomoka Elementary Principal Julie Roseboom recognized the veterans in the audience and thanked them

service.

Tomoka Elementary kindergartners sing for veterans.

Photos by Jarleene Almenas

Tomoka Elementary kindergartners prepare to sing for veterans on Friday, Nov. 7.

Tomoka Elementary fifth graders Jiya Masrani, Cannon Scott, Kyleigh Jones and Miranda Kerrigan recognize veterans.

Tomoka Elementary teacher Teresa Holton leads kindergartners on guitar.

Student art honoring vets decorated the walls of the cafeteria.

Tomoka Elementary Principal Julie Roseboom

Spending cuts? Ormond to ‘DOGE’ itself ahead of 2026 budget season

City says cost savings may be found in travel, bids and contracts.

JARLEENE ALMENAS

MANAGING EDITOR

The City of Ormond Beach will begin the process of “DOGE-ing” itself.

On Tuesday, Nov. 4, the Ormond Beach City Commission held a joint workshop with the city’s Budget Advisory Board to discuss the state’s Department of Government Efficiency framework to selfaudit for efficiency. City staff walked the officials through where they believed they may find cost savings, such as the travel policy for staff and commissioners, memberships to various organizations, take-home vehicles, its bid platform and contract management. Based on previous discussions, the city

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Volusia County honors veteran employees

Volusia County celebrated the dedication and service of its veterans during an Employee Veteran Luncheon on Monday, Nov. 10, at the Ocean Center, honoring those who have worn the uniform and continue their commitment to public service.

The luncheon was part of the county’s Volusia Values Veterans Program, which underscores its ongoing commitment to supporting veterans in the workplace and throughout the community.

Volusia County employs more than 200 veterans across its workforce and recognized them collectively during the event. County Council members and members of the leadership team personally thanked attendees for their service and contributions, representing a wide range of military branches and generations.

“Our employee veterans bring invaluable leadership, dedication, and a strong sense of service to their work every day,” Veterans Services Director Scott Olson said. “It’s an honor to recognize their military service and thank them for continuing to serve our community through their work at the County.”

Veterans are represented in nearly every county department — from Public Protection and Public Works to Administration and Community Services — where they apply the skills, discipline, and teamwork developed in the military to strengthen programs and services that benefit residents.

will be focusing on reducing spending and streamlining operations.

The self-DOGE process was kickstarted by City Commissioner Travis Sargent, who presented the state’s guidelines to the commission during the recent budget discussions.

“We hear during budget season, ‘Our millage rate is the lowest in the county. Let’s get to rollback,’” Sargent said. “You hear those key catchphrases, and I don’t think we should limit ourselves to going flat or trying to achieve rollback. I think we need to work toward streamlining efficiencies.”

On Feb. 24, the governor issued an executive order establishing a DOGE Team responsible for identifying and reporting “unnecessary spending” within county and municipal governments.

City Finance Director Kelly McGuire said the city of

Through the V3P, the County continues to foster a veteran-friendly workplace that values the unique perspectives and strengths veterans bring to public service.

The program also reflects the county’s broader commitment to supporting the

Ormond Beach received a notice about the state’s DOGE Team in March; the state also asked the city to confirm it was not in “financial distress.”

“They asked that of all communities, just to be clear about that,” McGuire said. “And of course, our answer was no, it was not.”

Then in July, the state asked all local governments to provide financial information in a new, detailed format, and released the self-DOGE framework.

The city is aiming to have a report to the City Commission in February 2026, just before beginning budget discussions.

McGuire also addressed previous claims that the city’s budget has increased by 90% in the last three years. In 2021, the city’s budget was $96 million. In 2024, it was $120 million.

“What you need to understand — and it’s really impor-

veteran community through comprehensive services, employment opportunities, and community partnerships.

Volusia County plans to host the Employee Veteran Luncheon each year in conjunction with Veterans Day to ensure those who have served

tant as we go through this DOGE process and we go through the budget process — is that the budget is a plan, and that plan has to meet certain requirements,” she said. It has to meet state, federal and local requirements, as well as requirements of the government accounting standards, McGuire said.

“Not surprisingly, those requirements are not always the same,” she said.

The requirements may result in “budget duplications.” These can be fund transfers or capital projects, McGuire explained.

“We need to understand what we’re talking abou,t and I think that was part of the miscommunication — or misinformation, whichever way you want to label it — that occurred last year,” she said.

“There needs to be an understanding that there are things that show up in this budget, number one that are real dol-

continue to receive recognition and gratitude.

A third Flagler deputy will serve on state board

A Flagler County Sheriff’s Of-

lars, i.e. the transfers, and number two that are required to show up in the budget until the project is completed. That is not new money.”

Sargent said local governments are responsible for essential services like public safety, police and fire, infrastructure, water and public amenities. Some use of taxpayer funds, however, should be reexamined — like State of the City, the commissioner said.

“We’re spending taxpayer money to join with the chamber for an event that costs people to attend,” Sargent said. “And I think it’s a great event, don’t get me wrong. I think there needs to be better fundraising, and I don’t think taxpayers should continue to pay that any further.”

The city should send a letter, Sargent added, to other entities receiving similar funds to let them know they may not be available next year.

fice deputy has been selected to serve as a subject matter expert on the State Officer Certification Examination Law Enforcement Advisory Team. As a subject matter expert, Deputy First Class Jennifer Prevatt will review and validate test questions, exam blueprints, and cut-off scores, as well as provide feedback on any exam challenges that the Florida Department of Law Enforcement may receive. She was selected by the Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission, a FCSO press release said.

Prevatt has worked in law enforcement for 22 years and joined the FCSO in 2003. In 2024, she was named FCSO’s Law Enforcement Deputy Sheriff of the Year, the press release said.

Mayor Jason Leslie brought up the possibility of leasing vehicles, an idea he previously floated during the recent budget season. Leslie shared a handout from Enterprise Fleet Management and spoke about how programs like these can combine both leasing and purchasing to reduce vehicle and repair costs.

Staff said they would reach out to other municipalities to see if this approach was doable for Ormond Beach. At the workshop, commissioners also directed staff to prepare a workshop to discuss adding a new technology advisory board, in which members will look at ways artificial intelligence can be implemented in the city to maximize efficiency.

“There’s a lot of areas that I think we can enhance with AI and different technology that we need to embrace,” Sargent said.

Prevatt is the third FCSO member to active serve on an FDLE advisory board. Detention Cpl. Douglas Evans and Detention Deputy First Class Jesse O’Neill both currently serve on the State Corrections Officer Certification Exam Corrections Advisory Team.

“During her time on this advisory team, Deputy First Class Prevatt will have direct influence in refining and advancing law enforcement officer certifications throughout Florida,” said Sheriff Rick Staly. “As a former FDLE/ CJSTC subject matter expert myself, I personally know how much of an honor this is for her and for our agency, and I am excited to see the impact she will have on our profession statewide.”

Volusia County Councilmen Jake Johansson (left) and Matt Reinhart (right), with veteran employees.

Courtesy photo

Volusia reaches agreement with teachers union

Volusia County Schools and Volusia United Educators Support have reached a bargaining agreement.

According to a press release from the school district, the agreement includes a 2% cost-of-living adjustment for support staff; one-time, non-reoccurring 1% stipend to all members of the bargaining unit; a leave increment change from one hour to 30 minutes; and two days of paid bereavement leave. The agreement, which will need to be approved by the School Board, also stipulates that leave may be transferred to another employee within the bargaining unit.

VCS and VUE will reconvene the joint labor management committee to meet monthly throughout the 2025-2026 school year.

“This agreement is more than a contract,” Superintendent Carmen Balgobin said in the press release. “It’s a reflection of our shared values and commitment to the dedicated professionals who support our schools every day. By investing in our support staff, we are investing in the strength, stability, and success of every classroom in Volusia County. From increased pay to expanded leave options, this agreement demonstrates our continued focus on valuing and empowering our employees.”

VUE President Elizabeth Albert announced the tentative agreement on Facebook. In speaking about the stipend, Albert said VUE agreed to it “so that everyone could get something.”

“Our goal is to always do the most good for the most folks, and that is what we were able to accomplish tonight,” Albert said. VUE had been advocating for 2% bonus, which the district rejected.

The agreement will be ratified during the week of Dec. 1, as of now. After ratification, the agreement will be presented to the School Board on Dec. 9, at which time payment information will be distributed, VCS stated.

Ormond Beach recognizes Kevin Gray’s 36 years

During the City Commission meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 4, the City of Ormond Beach recognized Deputy Public Works Director Kevin Gray for his 36-year career with the city.

Gray, who recently retired, started in field operations and

later became the city’s first recycling coordinator, according to the mayor’s proclamation. For the past five years, he has held the title of deputy public works director, overseeing operations including stormwater management, fleet services, street maintenance and roadside care.

Beyond his work with the city, Gray also coached youth hockey and operated Skate and Shake with his family, until they sold the skating rink in 2021 to Astro Skating Center.

“The 36 years went by very, very fast,” Gray said. “City Hall was not here when I began. Public Works was not here when I began, and we gave a lot of input into building these buildings.”

There were a lot of positive changes over the years, he said.

“When I came here, I didn’t think that I would be here

that long — just maybe as a stepping stone,” Gray said. “I guess I liked you all so much I just stayed.”

In addition to a proclamation, Gray also received a key to the city.

Halifax Health opens new freestanding ER in Daytona Beach

Halifax Health has opened a new freestanding emergency room on Hand Avenue and Williamson Boulevard in Daytona Beach.

The facility is the only freestanding emergency room in Daytona Beach and the second freestanding emergency room Halifax Health has opened in the last 13 months, according to a press release. The facility is staffed by board-certified physicians and designed to provide the highest level of expertise with minimal wait times. It has 26 exam rooms, a dedicated triage area, on-cite CT and X-ray imaging, a full-service laboratory and a pediatric and family waiting area, the press release said.

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Volusia bands together to provide 3,500 families with food

Sheriff Mike Chitwood and Rabbi Rob Lennick estimated that up to 300,000 pounds of food were donated.

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With just days to put the event together, a food drive organized by the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office and the Jewish Federation of Volusia and Flagler Counties has managed to

get food to some 3,500 Volusia County families. Sheriff Mike Chitwood said the food drive said all the donations and volunteers show Volusia County residents are there “looking out for their neighbors and everybody else.”

“I think this is unprecedented,” he said. “The amount of food and the number of people we’re going to be able to serve, I don’t think anybody could match this as of now.”

VCSO, Chitwood and the Jewish Federation of Volusia and Flagler Counties set up their base at the Daytona International Speedway to receive donations of food on Saturday, Nov. 8, and then distribute that food to Volusia residents who are on the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.

Locals donated enough funds for 500 gift cards, which ran out in an hour on Sunday, Chitwood said, and some 200,000-300,000 pounds of food were donated to the food drive over the weekend, Rabbi Rob Lennick said.

Hundreds of cars came through on Nov. 8 to drop off groceries, Lennick said.

“We’ve been part of a miracle,” he said. “We’ve shown in Volusia County we are compassionate, we are empathetic, we are loving.”

There are 39,000 families in Volusia County who receive food stamps, Chitwood said. Since the federal government shut down on Oct. 1, SNAP funding has been debated in the courts.

Lennick said the minute the government announced that SNAP funding would be withheld, the numbers at the Federation’s Jerry Doliner Food Bank “doubled within a week.”

The food drive and the turnout for both volunteers and donations shows, Lennick said, that there is always room for compassion.

“This is about loving your neighbor, and we’ve witnessed it for the last two days,” he said.

Chitwood said when he and Lennick first discussed how to help, they were able to raise $72,000 in 30 hours,

and Lennick organized a few truckloads of deliveries. On top of that, Volusia County residents donated and volunteered their time to sort, bag and distribute the food.

On Sunday, Nov. 9, cars began lining up along West International Speedway Boulevard early in the morning to enter the Daytona International Speedway, causing traffic to back up for hours all the way to the Interstate 95 onand off-bound intersection.

Lennick estimated at around 300 Volusia residents came out to volunteer.

Margo Rivera, a teacher at Atlantic High School with the Academy of Law and Government, organized a group of her National Honors Society students to volunteer.

The drive teaches students “how well everybody can work together if they choose to all come together,” Rivera said.

Rivera said she doesn’t think people really understand how much need there is in Volusia County. When she arrived to volunteer at 9 a.m., two hours before the food drive was supposed to start, she said, people were already lined up.

Erica Marriott and her young son Parker, a Cub Scout with Pack 475, also helped.

The two arrived around 11:30 a.m. and stayed through the rain to load cars with bags of food. Marriott, a native Volusia resident and a retired military personnel, said they finished up at a Cub Scout fundraiser early and came over to help volunteer and help her community.

“I think it shows my son that people can come together despite any type of differences that they may have, whether it’s religious, politics, anything,” she said. “When it comes to making sure people can help people, it’s [about] showing feelings.”

Food assistance in Volusia

1,800 BOXES Volusia County, in collaboration with Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida, recently completed two large-scale community food distribution events that provided more than 1,800 boxes of food — 37,000 pounds — to residents as part of the county’s efforts to strengthen food security and support local families. The distributions, held at Calvary Christian Church Dream Center in New Smyrna Beach and Hope Place in Daytona Beach, were made possible through Community Services Block Grant – Disaster Relief Supplemental Funding awarded to Volusia County by the Florida Department of Commerce to continue addressing the impacts of Hurricane Ian.

CULTURAL ALLIANCE The Volusia County Cultural Alliance and local arts and cultural organizations are launching a month-long countywide food drive, beginning Monday, Nov. 10. Collection boxes for nonperishable food donations will be placed at museums, theaters and galleries throughout the county. The food drive comes after the Volusia County Council proposed redirecting over $600,000 of funds, previously budgeted for cultural grants, to support local food pantries as almost 80,000 residents in Volusia face the loss of SNAP benefits due to the ongoing federal government shutdown.

“After this crisis has passed, we will continue to advocate for the County Council to uphold its 35-year commitment to arts and culture in Volusia County,” said Julia Truilo of the Volusia County Cultural Alliance.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Fine should focus on civics, not politics, when talking to kids

Dear Editor:

It was a sad day for America on Oct. 14, when a U.S. Congressman squandered an opportunity to bring our unique and sacred democratic process alive for a group of young Florida students visiting the Capitol. But Randy Fine (R-6th District) did just that. He could not stop himself from engaging in a partisan rant when he was asked about the current government shutdown by this group of students. His words were not part of a civics lesson, but were a blast of biased political rhetoric propagated by his own political party. We could serve the country as a whole by using this travesty as a “teachable moment” to ensure that every elected

official commits to recognizing a civics class as a lesson in how our Republic works and not debase it as an excuse for a partisan stump speech.

LAUREL ROBINSON Ormond Beach

I stand by the sign I carried in the No Kings protest

Dear Editor: I was going to write a couple of weeks ago on the programs being cut due to Trump’s destruction of America; but I refrained because I felt that it would have fallen on the deaf ears. This edition covering the No Kings Protest lit the fire for me to pick up the pen. My flag “Not my President” was mentioned by a letter writer, without exposing the whole

FOCUS ON FAITH

message: “Not my voice, Not my values, Not my beliefs.” Of course the letter writer implied the message was that of a doofus; however, here I be: an aware American. Living under authoritarian rule is not for me, so I fight for the Constitution and no kings.

KAREN CULLEN

Ormond Beach

Editor’s note: The letter writer is responding to a letter titled “Our president in Donald Trump,” published in the Oct. 30th edition of the Ormond Beach Observer.

Excited about Ormond Beach’s ‘self-DOGE’ effort

Dear Editor:

Hearing that the Ormond Beach City Commission recently held a joint

workshop with the Budget Advisory Board to discuss the state’s Department of Government Efficiency framework to self-audit for efficiency has me excited. I am reminded that as a member of the Ormond Beach Budget Advisory Board for four budget cycles, I advised to reduce spending on several line items. The city’s budget has gone up significantly since then, with none of my suggestions being implemented in any meaningful way I am aware of. Some of the actionable solutions I’ve cited as a board member or as a taxpayer of Ormond Beach for adjustments toward efficiency and save taxpayer cost are:

„ A reimagined approach to landscaping (Florida native/ friendly needs less maintenance and is healthier for our environment)

„ Promote paperless option for utility billing (offer a statement credit at a lower cost than annual spending for 12 paper billings being sent)

Thirty years of fellowship: Knights of Columbus, in Flagler Beach

For 30 years, the Knights of Columbus Notre Dame Council #10514 in Flagler Beach has been a constant for some of Flagler Beach’s senior community members. The council, located at the Santa Maria Del Mar Catholic Church, has been a present force in the Flagler Beach and surrounding communities since the 1990s. Knights members Tim Postemski and

fellow John Check have spent the last several years working the bingo games, which are held every Tuesday at the Santa Maria Del Mar Parish Hall beginning at 10:30 a.m.

“For some of these folks, it’s the only thing they look forward to, getting out for the

„ Cut out the bureaucracy for employee benefits (allow employees to contract directly to providers)

„ Eliminate corporate welfare (AKA “economic incentives” — government picking winners and losers in the marketplace subsided by competitors)

„ Look into remote working options to potentially save money (per diem and travel allowances can be eliminated).

I look forward to a more efficient government in Ormond Beach.

JOE HANNOUSH Ormond Beach

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centers. The group recently fundraised and purchased the Save Haven Baby Box that was installed at a Palm Coast fire station.

day,” Postemski said.

Check said the bingo players have become “like a big family.” People come from all over for the weekly games, he said, from St. Augustine, DeLand to Daytona Shores. Check said it feels good to see the camaraderie among the crowd.

Every year, the bingo games shut down from May to August to make room for other events, and, he said, every year the players are eager to return.

“We’ve had people come here and say, ‘I couldn’t wait for you to reopen. I look forward to it,” he said. “[Some] get out of the house once a week, and they come here.”

Grand Knight Bryan Perszyk said the Knights of Columbus is a Catholic men’s organization that supports charitable initiatives in local communities. The Flagler Beach council is very active in the community, he said.

“Most of us are looking for a way to give back,” Persyzk said, “We feel blessed, you know? I do. It’s just a way to give back.”

According to their website, the council supports a wide range of charitable and volunteer outreach programs from scholarships, fundraiser cookouts, and campaigns and programs to support new mothers and crisis pregnancy

The weekly bingo event is one way the group manages to raise funding for its charitable programs, but, Postemski said, it’s more than that, too. Over the years, the bingo game has become a place for these people to connect to each other and find community and friendship.

Those who attend pay $15 for a book of bingo cards, and lunch is provided as well – by the same Knights of Columbus members that serve the Monday night dinners at Santa Maria Del Mar.

Bingo player Lillian Loudermilk said she’s been going to bingo for 50 years and has “never seen men work as hard as they do here.”

“These guys are so exceptional,” she said. “They treat us like we are queens.”

For some of the bingo attendees, she said, the bingo event is their life and have come to rely on the Knights of Columbus weekly bingo games.

“Especially for the older women that don’t have much to do,” she said. “They have a place to come to, and they’re loved and taken care of here.”

— SIERRA WILLIAMS

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Congressman Randy Fine, who represents Flagler and Volusia counties, announced he co-sponsored the Voting Only Through English (VOTE) Act, introduced by Congressman Abe Hamadeh of Arizona. This legislation requires that ballots be printed in English in order for states to qualify for federal election funding. The bill reinforces President Trump’s recent Executive Order declaring English as the official language of the United States.

“If the only language you can speak is a foreign language, then go vote in a foreign election,” said Congressman Fine.

Trump has made it clear through his English language executive order that those who come to America must assimilate and embrace our values, Fine’s press release states. Fine said he stands “firmly with the president in defending those values and strengthening America’s cultural unity.”

The Santa Maria Del Mar Catholic Church’s Knights of Columbus Council. Photo by Sierra Williams

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YOUR NEIGHBORS

Stronger Together

SYDNEY TEVIN

CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The Ormond Beach Police Department hosted its annual National Night Out on Monday, Nov. 10.

The event included a petting zoo, bounce houses, local vendors, food trucks, and a chance to win prizes in several raffles throughout the evening.

National Night Out is a nationwide initiative aimed at promoting partnerships and outreach between the community and local police departments. OBPD typically holds it in October, but this year’s event was rescheduled due to rain.

Ormond Beach Police Department hosts National Night Out

Noah’s Landing goat sticks its tongue out.

Seabreeze baseball players do 20 burpees after a $20 donation.

Astro Skate owners Julie and Doug Glass pose with attendees

A JROTC member waves the flag.

An attendee tries to hang onto the pull-up bar to win a prize at the Bamboo Athletics station.

Realty Pros real estate agent Tyler Bull stands in front of his booth.

Jody Gibian-Miles, Laura Ureta, Jasmarie Cooper and Nancy Galdo from Ormond Scenic Loop & Trail all smile in front of their booth. Photo by Sydney Tevin

LOCAL EVENTS

THURSDAY, NOV. 13

HALIFAX GENEALOGICAL

SOCIETY

When: 1:30 p.m.

Where: Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach

Details: “The Highly Probable Ancestor,” presented by Jerry Finley.

FRIDAY, NOV. 14

MARVELOUS MANATEES

When: 10:30-11 a.m. and

3:30-4 p.m.

Where: Ormond Beach Environmental Discovery Center, 601 Division Ave., Ormond Beach

Details: Take part in this family-friendly program for students K-12 to learn about Florida’s manatees. Stop in all weekend for self-guided crafts, activities and a scavenger hunt. Call 386-610-0615.

SAMARITAN MINISTRIES

ANNUAL BANQUET AND SILENT AUCTION

When: 5-10 p.m.

Where: First Baptist Bunnell Fellowship Hall, 2301 Commerce Parkway, Bunnell

Details: Learn about Samaritan Ministries’ transition home for battered women and help raise funds for the mission. There will be a catered meal, entertain-

ment, door prizes and a guest speaker. Call 386-437-4372 for tickets. Visit samaritian ministriesflagler.org.

COZY CONCERT

When: 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Where: Holy Child Episcopal Church, 1225 W. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach

Details: Holy Child Church is hosting a “Cozy Concert” event with hot dogs, chips, drinks and sweets at 5:30 p.m. Alex Fisher and Emma Floyd from Stetson University will perform starting at 6 p.m. Free event.

SOCK HOP

When: 6-10 p.m.

Where: VFW Post 8696, 47 Old Kings Road, Palm Coast

Details: Enjoy a dinner of hamburgers and hot dogs from 6-7 p.m. before dancing the night away with DJ Big Mike. Event is open to the public. Tickets cost $20 per person or $30 per couple. Buy tickets in advance at the VFW Post 8696 bar.

CRT PRESENTS ‘AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS’

When: 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, Nov. 14, 15, 21 and 22; and 3 p.m. on Sundays, Nov. 16 and 23

Where: City Repertory Theatre, 160 Cypress Point Parkway, Suite B-207, Palm Coast

Details: This play inspired by Jules Vernes’ novel, and adapted by playwright Mark

Brown, features five actors playing every part, including an elephant, at a speed that promises to keep audiences laughing all the way through. Tickets cost $25 for adults and $15 for students. Visit crtpalmcoast.com.

SATURDAY, NOV. 15

TOMMY TANT MEMORIAL

SURF CLASSIC 2025

When: 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 15 and Sunday, Nov. 16

Where: South of the Flagler Beach pier, 105 S. Second St., Flagler Beach Details: A surf tradition in Flagler County, this event celebrates the memory of local surfer Tommy Tant who died in 1998 from an aortic aneurysm. Free for spectators. Visit tommytant.com.

17TH ANNUAL A1A SUPER SCENIC GARAGE SALE

When: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where: Locations vary

Details: Friends of A1A and its Florida Scenic Highway partners are presenting a 150-mile-long garage sale route. Visit ScenicA1A.org for a garage sale map. Registration to be a seller costs $25. Contact Danielle Anderson at 904-425-8055.

ORMOND BEACH

RIVERFEST SEAFOOD FESTIVAL

When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15; and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 16

Where: Rockefeller Gardens, 26 Riverside Drive, Ormond Beach

Details: Attend this year’s Riverfest Seafood Festival for fresh seafood, live music and family activities. Presented by Ormond Beach MainStreet. Artisans, crafters, food vendors, a beer garden and a free water taxi. Free.

GOD’S FAMILY BIBLE CHURCH PANTRY FOOD

DISTRIBUTION

When: 10-11 a.m.

Where: Parking lot across Gods Family Bible Church, 256 Old Brick Road, Bunnell

Details: God’s Family Bible Church distributes food every first and third Saturday in this drive-thru event.

IMAGINE SCHOOL AT TOWN CENTER FALL FESTIVAL

When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where: Central Park at Town Center, 975 Central Ave., Palm Coast

Details: Take part in this fall festival with bounce houses, food trucks and vendors. Free and open to the public.

RECIPES AND READS

CULINARY LAB: THE CULTURE AND HISTORY OF FOOD — PUMPKINS

When: 2 p.m.

Where: Ormond Beach Regional Library

Details: Free event.

THE DANCE FACTORY

PRESENTS: ‘OUR 25TH

HOLIDAY SHOWCASE — THE NUTTY NUTCRACKER’

When: 6 p.m.

Where: Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center, 399 N. U.S. 1, Ormond Beach

Details: The Dance Factory is celebrating 25 years of holiday magic with a twist on a classic: The Nutty Nutcracker, inspired by Tchaikovsky’s ballet. Tickets cost $25-$30. Visit ormondbeachperformingartscenter.csstix.com.

SUNDAY, NOV. 16

FLAGLER FAMILY FUN FEST

When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where: Central Park at Town Center, 975 Central Ave., Palm Coast

Details: Enjoy crafts, games, competitions, face painting, music and food. Free event.

BEAUX ARTS ANNUAL MEMBERS’ EXHIBIT

OPENING RECEPTION

When: 1-4 p.m.

Where: Art League of Daytona Beach, 433 S. Palmetto Ave., Daytona Beach

Details: See the latest exhibit at the Art League of Daytona Beach. The exhibit will be on display through Dec. 14.

THE ART SHOPPE

When: 1-5 p.m.

Where: Conklin Davis Center for the Visually Impaired, 405 White St., Daytona Beach

Details: Help support visually impaired students. Handmade items for sale. Proceeds benefit the Conklin Davis Center. Call 386-258-3441.

MONDAY, NOV. 17

MIGRATORY BIRDS OF FLORIDA

When: 1 p.m.

Where: Ormond Beach

Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St., Ormond Beach

Details: Halifax River Audubon will discuss how to spot different types of migratory birds in Florida. Free program.

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 19

PROBUS CLUB OF PALM

COAST

When: 11 a.m. to noon

Where: Cypress Knoll Golf & Country Club, 53 Easthampton Blvd., Palm Coast

Details: Guest speaker is Ansley Wren-Key, Flagler County coastal engineering administrator. Contact Larry Wright at palmcoastprobusclub@gmail. com or at 386-597-3055.

FLAGLER TIGER BAY CLUB NOVEMBER MEETING

When: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Where: Hammock Dunes Club, 30 Avenue Royale, Flagler Beach

Details: This month’s guest speaker is Aaron Kaplow-

itz, president of the United States-Israel Business Alliance. Event costs $35 for members and $40 for guests. Visit www.flaglertigerbayclub. com/events.

THURSDAY, NOV. 20

WILD EDIBLES HIKE: FORAGE & EXPLORE NATURE’S BOUNTY

When: 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Where: Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreational Area, 3100 S. Oceanshore Blvd., Flagler Beach

Details: Hike through Joe Kenner Nature Trail and learn about foraging. End with a tea tasting. Space is limited to 10. Register by calling 386-5172086. Park entry fee applies.

‘ALL THINGS CHRISTMAS’ When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, Nov. 20 and 21; and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 22

Where: Santa Maria del Mar Catholic Church, 915 North Central Ave., Flagler Beach Details: This is the church’s major fundraising event, with all proceeds supporting St. Vincent de Paul, Santa Maria Del Mar Conference, with charitable activities to support the community. New merchandise added daily. Raffle baskets also available. Free admission.

RECIPES AND READS CULINARY

Flagler County Cultural Council holds arts fest

TNew Chick-fil-A opens on 100 in Palm Coast

Veterans received free meals at Chick-fil-A on Veterans Day.

SIERRA WILLIAMS STAFF WRITER

Palm Coast’s new Chick-filA restaurant is officially open for business, as of Nov. 11.

The new location will be open daily, Monday through Saturday, from 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. for dine-in, drive-thru, carry out, delivery, mobile pick-up and catering, according to a press release. The location is owned and operated by Glen Efford, who also owns the Palm Coast Parkway location.

Palm Coast Chick-fil-A’s Director of Hospitality Chris Calderon said it has been the work of two years to open a second location in Palm Coast.

“We’ve had an awesome opening day,” Calderon said. “We are thrilled to be able to serve the community on this side of the town, and we really couldn’t have asked for a better day to open with it being Veterans Day.”

Veterans received free meals at Chick-fil-A on Veterans Day.

As a special promotion during its grand opening day, the Chick-fil-A Seminole Woods gave a free entree or kid’s meal to anyone who visited dressed in cow attire or wearing a cow-spotted accessory.

As of 1:30 p.m., Calderon said they had served over 2,500 people, both in an out of

costumes.

At least over 300 showed up in cow-attire, he said.

“The community response has been great,” he said. “The community has been waiting for a second Chick-fil-A. Our first location over in Palm Coast, it was a very busy location, and it was time for us to expand.”

Now with the second location across town, he said, Chick-fil-A can better served its patrons “with the best hospitality possible.”

In creating the second location, Calderon said, the team has had to expand its workforce, adding over 100 new employees between both locations. Some of the more seasoned team members were transferred to the new location as well, he said, and they are still hiring new team members for both locations.

Overall, Calderon said, it was a perfect opening day.

“We are extremely pleased with how the grand opening went this morning,” he said. “We couldn’t have asked for a better response.”

To celebrate the grand opening, Chick-fil-A is donating $25,000 to Feeding American in the restaurant’s honor. The funds will be distributed in the greater Central Florida area, the press release said. The Chick-fil-A Seminole Woods location will also participate in the Chick-fil-A Shared Table program, which redirects surplus food to local nonprofits.

Email Sierra Williams at sierra@observerlocalnews. com.

BIZ BUZZ

Daytona Beach Trader Joe’s to open Friday

It’s official: Daytona Beach’s new Trader Joe’s will open on Friday, Nov. 14.

The store will host a grand opening ceremony and ribbon cutting at 8:55 a.m., with the store opening at 9 a.m., according to a press release from Trader Joe’s The Daytona Beach Trader Joe’s is located at 1507 Cornerstone Blvd. in Tomoka Town Center.

The store will be open daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. More than 60 crew members were hired from the surrounding areas and transferred in others from Trader Joe’s stores, the press release said.

And, as part of the company’s longstanding Neighborhood Shares Program, the store will donate 100% of products that “go unsold but remain fit to enjoy” to local nonprofit and community-based organizations seven days a week.

It is one of two new grocery store chains opening in the area. The second is a Sprout’s Farmer’s Market that will open sometime in 2026 at the Shoppes at Williamson Crossing.

Kistemaker celebrates 18 years with her Ormond law firm

Ormond Beach attorney Erum Kistemaker is celebrating 18 years of owning her all-women boutique law firm, Kistemaker Business Law Group.

Kistemaker is a condo, HOA, real estate, business, landlord and tenant law attorney

who has been active in new and changing legislation on Florida’s condo laws, according to a press release. She has been featured as a Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation on several types of statewide panels and has been selected as a Super Lawyers, and the organization’s Rising Star position, 12 times.

“This is all thanks to an incredible community of clients, attorneys, employees, colleagues, friends and family which continues to grow and inspire me,” Kistemaker said. “I couldn’t be more proud and grateful.”

Kistemaker, a graduate of Seabreeze High School, also sits on the Ormond Beach Government Affairs Committee and Historic Landmark Preservation Board.

Ormond business owners invited to learn from Stephanie Hines

Business and marketing coach Stephanie Hines will be joined by Ormond Beach Mayor Jason Leslie and the city’s Economic Development Director Brian Rademacher

Carol Baker and Robert Soria at the Fall Arts Festival. Photos by Hannah Hodge Avery Weeks, David Wheeler and Joshua Woodlief

Jennifer Willis and Britney Willis

REAL ESTATE

Ormond-by-the-Sea house on A1A: $875,000

Ahouse on A1A at 3622 Ocean Shore Blvd. was the top real estate transaction in Ormond Beach and Ormond-by-the-Sea for the week of Oct. 18-24. The house sold on Oct. 21, for $875,000. Built in 1956, the house is a 3/2.5 and has a fireplace, a detached garage and 2,042 square feet. It last sold in 2012 for $285,000.

Condos The condo at 1 John Anderson Drive, Unit 607, sold on Oct. 23, for $442,500. Built in 1996, the condo is a 2/2.5 and has 1,745 square feet. It last sold in 2020 for $345,000.

The condo at 3180 Ocean Shore Blvd., Unit 512, sold on Oct. 23, for $325,000. Built in 1994, the condo is a 2/2 and has 876 square feet. It last sold in 2017 for $215,000.

The condo at 1183 Ocean Shore Blvd., Unit 902, sold on Oct. 24, for $450,000. Built in 1995, the condo is a 2/2 and has 1,198 square feet. It last sold in 2017 for $280,100.

ORMOND BEACH

Archer’s Mill

The house at 3354 Arch Ave. sold on Oct. 21, for $369,990. Built in 2025, the house is a 4/2 and has 2,034 square feet.

Assessors Ormond Beach

The house at 142 Seton Trail sold on Oct. 22, for $280,000. Built in 1958, the house is a 2/2 and has 1,296 square feet. It last sold in 2000 for $88,000.

Breakaway Trails

The house at 9 Crescent Lake Way sold on Oct. 22, for $669,000. Built in 1989, the house is a 4/3.5 and has two fireplaces, a pool and 2,852 square feet. It last sold in 2020 for $489,000.

Halifax Plantation

The house at 3244 Galty Circle sold on Oct. 20, for $440,000. Built in 2002, the house is a 3/2 and has a fireplace and 2,088 square feet. It last sold in 2002 for $196,880.

Holland

The house at 29 Concord Drive sold on Oct. 24, for $500,000. Built in 1988, the house is a 3/2 and has a fireplace and 1,868 square feet. It last sold in 2005 for

Latitude

The house at 1052 Sea Shell Court sold on Oct. 22, for $540,000. Built in 2019, the house is a 2/2 and has a pool, a spa and1,563 square feet. It last sold in 2022 for $620,000.

$280,000.

Mallards Reach

The house at 34 Manderley Lane sold on Oct. 24, for $705,000. Built in 2005, the house is a 4/3 and has a fireplace, a pool, a spa and 3,518 square feet. It last sold in 2021 for $595,000.

Melrose

The house at 182 Grove St. sold on Oct. 24, for $273,000. Built in 1953, the house is a 3/2 and has 1,081 square feet. It last sold in 2024 for $159,100.

Northbrook

The house at 1108 Northside Drive sold on Oct. 24, for $424,900. Built in 1981, the house is a 3/2.5 and has a fireplace and 2,283 square feet.

Timbers Edge The townhome at 108 Timberline Trail sold on Oct. 23, for $370,000. Built in 1977, the townhome is a 3/2 and has a fireplace, a pool and 1,555 square feet. It last sold in 2018 for $234,000.

Reflections Village The house at 30 Reflections Village Drive sold on Oct. 22, for $320,000. Built in 1997, the house is a 2/2 and has 1,588 square feet. It last sold in 2005 for $228,900.

The house at 623 Margaritaville Ave. sold on Oct. 22, for $370,000. Built in 2022, the house is a 2/2 and has 1,464 square feet. It last sold in 2022 for $284,700.

The house at 798 Jollymon Way sold on Oct. 21, for $640,000. Built in 2019, the house is a 3/3 and has a pool and 2,067 square

Rio Vista The house at 772 Cordova Ave. sold on Oct. 24, for $310,000. Built in 1953, the house is a 4/2 and has 2,024 square feet. It last sold in 2022 for $269,000.

Village of Melrose The house at 72 Fairview Ave. sold on Oct. 24, for $315,000. Built in 1946, the house is a 3/2 and has 1,261 square feet. It last sold in 2024 for $265,000.

ORMOND-BY-THE-SEA

Augustine Oaks

The house at 2215 John Anderson Drive sold on Oct. 21, for $580,000. Built in 1952, the house is a 4/4 and has a pool and 2,047 square feet. It last sold in 2021 for $315,000.

Seaside Homes The house at 56 Seaside Drive sold on Oct. 20, for $280,000. Built in 1959, the house is a 2/1 and has 1,058 square feet. It last sold in 2021 for $220,000.

John Adams, of Adams, Cameron & Co. Realtors, contributed to this report.

feet. It last sold in 2022 for $700,000.

Lennar at Preserve at LPGA The house at 2287 Green Valley St. sold on Oct. 24, for $380,000. Built in 2025, the house is a 5/3 and has 2,451 square feet.

ORMOND BEACH JARLEENE

WEST DAYTONA BEACH

Hammock Dunes condo sells for

$1,765,000

Acondo at 7 Avenue De La Mer, Unit 301, in Hammock Dunes, was the top real estate transaction for Oct. 25-31 in Palm Coast and Flagler County. The house sold on Oct. 31, for $1,765,000. Built in 2003, the condo is a 4/3.5 and has 2,840 square feet. It sold in 2023 for $1,450,000.

ALEXIS MILLER

CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Condos

A condo at 42 Club House Drive, Unit 104, sold on Oct. 31, for $215,000. Built in 1977, the condo is a 2/2 and has 986 square feet. It sold in 2021 for 165,000.

A condo at 35 Veranda Way, Unit 29, sold on Oct. 31, for $210,000. Built in 2002, the condo is a 2/2 and has 1,142 square feet. It sold in 2012 for $120,000.

A condo at 700 Cinnamon Beach Way, Unit 625, sold on Oct. 25, for $915,000. Built in 2004, the condo is a 3/3 and has 2,003 square feet. It sold in 2017 for $475,000.

FLAGLER BEACH

Seaside Manor

A house at 2948 North Ocean Shore Blvd. sold on Oct. 31, for $1,100,000. Built in 2015, the house is a 4/3 and has an elevator and 2,581 square feet. It sold in 2018 for $125,000.

PALM COAST

Flagler Village

A house at 31 Sandy Lane sold on Oct. 28, for $346,990. Built in 2025, the house is a 4/2 and has 1,817 square feet.

A house at 39 Sandy Lane sold on Oct. 29, for $355,990. Built in 2025, the house is a 4/2.5 and has 2,340 square feet.

A house at 40 Derbyshire Drive sold on Oct. 30, for $319,990. Built in 2025, the house is a 4/2 and has 1,607 square feet.

Grand Haven

A house at 5 Lakeside Way sold on Oct. 31, for $499,000. Built in 2006, the house is a 3/2 and has 1,994 square feet. It sold in 2008 for $375,000.

A house at 9 North Park Lane sold on Oct. 31, for $600,000. Built in 2012, the house is a 3/2.5 and has 2,330 square feet.

Lehigh Woods

A house at 55 Ryan Drive sold on Oct. 31, for $325,000. Built in 2025, the house is a

3/2 and has 1,336 square feet.

A house at 55 Rolling Sands Drive sold on Oct. 31, for $200,000. Built in 2004, the house is a 3/2 and has 1,152 square feet. It sold in 2016 for $86,000.

Marina Del Palma

A house at 7 Menorca Way sold on Oct. 30, for $875,000. Built in 2023, the house is a 4/4.5 and has 3,058 square feet.

Matanzas Woods

A house at 57 La Mancha Drive sold on Oct. 31, for $415,000. Built in 2021, the house is a 3/2 and has a pool and 1,637 square feet. It sold in 2021 for $247,200.

A house at 16 Lake Success Drive sold on Oct. 31, for $345,000. Built in 2004, the house is a 3/2 and has 2,490 square feet.

Palm Harbor A house at 39 Cottonwood Court sold on Oct. 30, for $1,050,000. Built in 1997, the house is a 4/4.5 and has a pool, a boat dock, a boat lift, 2 fireplaces and 3,423 square feet.

A house at 16 Fenwick Lane sold on Oct. 30, for $325,000. Built in 1998, the house is a 3/2 and has a pool and 1,759 square feet.

Seminole Woods

A house at 8 Slipper Flower Path E. sold on Oct. 31, for $325,000. Built in 2022, the house is a 5/3 and has 1,984 square feet. It sold in 2023 for $367,900.

Toby Tobin, of gotoby.com, contributed to this report.

PALM COAST

SPORTS

DISCIPLINE, TRUST, SOLIDARITY

Mainland has home field advantage against Middleburg in the first round of the playoffs on Nov. 14.

MICHELE MEYERS

CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Mainland team captains, wide receiver Christian Cooper and quarterback Sebastian Johnson, made a pact after the Bucs were shut out 21-0 by Tallahassee Lincoln in the first round of the playoffs last season to finish at 5-6.

They vowed they would never forget and immediately started a relentless grind toward a better season.

This season, Mainland is seeded No. 2 in Region 1-5A with a 7-2 record. They are hosting the No. 7 seed, Middleburg (8-2) in regional quarterfinals, Friday, Nov. 14.

“I would say the reason this season didn’t go like last season was just because we (team captains) wouldn’t let anybody forget how last season went — 5-6 and exit in round one,”

Johnson said. “We kept on preaching it all year long, every week and every practice.”

Cooper said the team’s discipline made the difference.

“Everybody bought in and trusted the system and each other,” he said.

Two days after the Bucs defeated Palm Bay Heritage on Oct. 17, Cooper was found passed out on the floor of his family’s bathroom by his 8-year-old sister. He was rushed to AdventHealth Daytona Beach where he remembered being told he may not be able to play football again. He called Johnson close to midnight to tell him the news.

“They’re telling me that I couldn’t play football anytime soon and there was a possibility that I couldn’t play at all for the rest of my life,” he said.

“Honestly, I was so in shock I didn’t really react until it kind of set in for a little bit and then it just hurt. It just broke me.”

He was diagnosed with a severe throat infection which was accompanied by cysts and swollen tonsils. Due to its severity, surgery was a consideration. Cooper was transported to AdventHealth

For Children in Orlando.

After responding well to potent antibiotics and rest, surgery was taken off the table. Cooper missed the 50-6 blowout against Belleview on Oct. 24 but returned to play against Seabreeze on Oct. 31. He scored the first touchdown of the game in Mainland’s win.

Bucs coach Jerrime Bell, Johnson and his girlfriend Kylea Beaumont were the only three people he stayed in touch with throughout the ordeal.

“I’m happy to see Christian back,” Bell said. “Man, that kid, he’s a leader. Kids like that are the heartbeat of the Mainland football program. When you see a kid like that go down, everyone feels it. JV guys feel it because they missed that smile at practice. I missed that “Hey, coach” in the hallways. We’re glad he’s healthy and he’s back.”

Bell said he is excited that Middleburg made the playoffs. “Schools like Middleburg hold a special place in my heart, seeing the little guys rise up,” Bell said.

Last season, Johnson finished with 1,785 total yards.

This year, he passed for 2,054 yards.

“Actually, I’m very proud about my stats this season,” Johnson said. “Last year, I fell short of 2,000 yards. Dang, I was mad, but this year, bang, I got over 2,000. I’m so happy.”

Bucs running back Braylyn Simmons leads the offense with 976 total yards and seven touchdowns. Wide receiver Chris Butler has 755 total yards and nine touchdowns. Comparatively, Middleburg is led by Gino Addison with 1,014 yards rushing. Quarterback Mason Bcus has passed for 1,088 yards.

“Middleburg’s defense seems stingy, if you look at the stats,” Bell said. “They’ve got a good run game, so we’ve got to take advantage of every possession. As long as Cbas [Johnson] does what he’s supposed to do and Tank (Dennis King III) and Tamaj (Woodard) play stout, run defense, we should be successful.”

Middleburg twin brothers Dominic and Darius Swilley are both defensive ends. Bell said they play fast and physical. Linemen Stephone Ross, Amare Campbell, Amarion

Lane and Chevin Davis Jr. will have their hands full, Bell said.

As far as his defense goes, he said they could go up against anybody, including the Chicago Bears.

“They play fast, physical football,” Bell said. “The trio of Tank, Tamaj and Shawn “Quinn” Holmes have played lights-out football, assignment football, all year long and they take pride in stopping their opponents’ rushing game.”

Bell said experience and community support are advantages Mainland is taking into the playoffs. The Bucs are making their 33rd consecutive appearance in the playoffs.

“Experience in the playoffs, experience in these big game and being home with our band and our crowd are definitely advantages over Middleburg,” he said. “The atmosphere is different. We may not have 10-to-15,000 at our games … but with the band going and the crowd rocking, the boys feed off of that. It’s a different atmosphere and it can be intimidating if you’ve never experienced it before.”

Matanzas to host Bartram Trail on Nov. 13 in new invitational

After not making the Class 5A playoff field, the Pirates received the third seed in the North Division of the FIT.

BRENT WORONOFF

ASSOCIATE EDITOR

The Matanzas Pirates were not included in the state football playoffs, but they will be playing in a postseason game. Matanzas will host Bartram Trail at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, in the new Florida Invitational Tournament.

The Pirates (7-3) are seeded third in the North Division of the Class 4A-7A FIT bracket. Bartram Trail (3-7) is seeded sixth. There are 16 teams in the 4A-7A bracket with eight teams each in a North and a

South Division. The winning team in each division will play for the championship at the Villages Charter School stadium on the weekend of Dec. 4-6. The winner of the Matanzas-Bartram game will meet the winner of No. 2 seed Tate and No. 7 First Coast on Nov. 21 at the higher seed. The semifinals are Nov. 28. Neptune Beach Fletcher is the No. 1 seed in the North Division. Lake Worth Garcia is the top seed in the South Division.

Matanzas coach Matt Forrest said his team deserved to be included in the Class 5A playoffs, but after not being selected among the eight Region 1 teams, the Pirates were excited to still be able to continue their season.

“When you play games in November, it’s meaningful,” Forrest said. “When you’re

playing meaningful games in October, you’re doing that to try to get to play in November. And we’re one of the few teams remaining that’s getting to play in November, so our guys and coaches and community are really excited about that.”

After closing the regular season with a win against Palm Bay on Oct. 30, Matanzas resumed practice on Monday, Nov. 4, hoping to get into the playoffs for the fourth time in Forrest’s six years as the team’s coach.

But after the FIT pairings were announced, Forrest expected the players to have a little “extra juice” in that afternoon’s practice, now that they finally knew who they would be playing.

Bartram Trail has a rich football tradition with Florida Athletic Coaches Association

Hall of Fame coach Darrell Sutherland leading the Bears to the playoffs 19 times from 2000 to when he retired in 2022. Coach Cory Johns took the team back to the playoffs in 2023.

Although the Bears won only three games this season, all seven of their losses were to playoff teams. Six of those opponents had records of 8-2 or 9-1.

“Their whole schedule is littered with really good opponents, But we feel like ours was too,” Forrest said.

The Pirates won their final four games of the season after losing to district opponent Mainland.

“We played four playoff teams from a year ago, and we went 3-1 in those games. We played two 7A teams who were playoff teams a year ago, along with playing a very

tough Mainland team and a Seabreeze team that’s 5-5,” Forrest said.

The Pirates ended the regular season ranked 29th in Class 5A in MaxPreps but were not one of the 32 teams to reach the 5A playoffs. Half of those teams had automatic bids for winning their district.

“I think the system has its positives and its negatives,” Forrest said. “[The new invitational tournament] kind of balances that out.”

The FIT will give the Pirates another opportunity to show they are a talented team, Forrest said.

“To host a game in the postseason is certainly really special, and we get to represent our school, our families, our community and our county in the postseason, and that’s something to be really proud of,” Forrest said.

Bulldogs left out of tourney

FPC had expected to be included in the FIT. Instead, they began their offseason preparation.

BRENT WORONOFF ASSOCIATE EDITOR

Flagler Palm Coast’s football team had expected to be included in this year’s inaugural Florida Invitational Tournament, but when the brackets were released on Nov. 6, the Bulldogs were left out. FPC finished the season with a 3-7 record, but its strength of schedule was rated seventh toughest in Class 7A and its ranking seemed to indicate it would be included.

Coach Patrick Turner said the Florida High School Athletic Association had informed schools before the season was over that there would not be regional brackets in the tournament and teams could opt out if they didn’t want to travel. But when the parings were announced for the Class 4A-7A tournament, the bracket was divided into north and south divisions.

The Bulldogs had conversations with the FHSAA, Turner said, but no changes were made.

“It just didn’t work out,” FPC athletic director Scott Drabczyk said. “We wanted the kids to play, but at the end of the day, it didn’t work out with the postseason this year.” FPC’s season ended on Nov. 3 with a 26-25 loss to Fleming Island on a last-minute touchdown by the Golden Eagles. The Bulldogs continued to practice the following week.

“We were looking forward to it, giving the kids another opportunity to play,” Turner said of the tournament. “On Senior Night, we let (the game) slip away. It was a bad note to end on. Being in the FIT would have given the kids an opportunity to end better.” The Bulldogs dealt with a rash of injuries throughout the season, but the positive side to that, Turner said, was a lot of players who will be returning got game experience.

“For a while it was a revolving door, who was in or who was out,” Turner said. “But several players stepped up, playing out of position or playing multiple positions. The kids fought extremely hard against really good teams. I’m proud of how they progressed throughout the season.”

Turner said the first day of offseason weightlifting began on Monday, Nov. 10.

“We came into the season with no one on offense having scored a touchdown for this team,” he said. “One of the advantages of having a lot of injuries is a lot of guys got a lot of experience. Even though we’ll be losing 15 really good seniors, we won’t be starting from ground zero.”

Mainland football players (left to right): Amarion Lane, Sebastian Johnson, Shawn “Quinn” Holmes, Jaden “Melo” Parks and Chevin Davis. Photo by Michele Meyers

Seabreeze girls notch second straight shutout, 2-0 vs. Matanzas

Both the Sandcrabs and Pirates were pleased with their progress early in the season.

BRENT WORONOFF

ASSOCIATE EDITOR

After winning its first game 8-0 against Titusville, the Seabreeze girls soccer team was looking for a tougher test to gauge the progress of its younger players. The Sandcrabs got it at Matanzas on Thursday, Nov. 6.

Seabreeze (2-0) was held to two goals this time in a 2-0 victory as sophomore goalkeeper Kaia McFarland recorded her second consecutive clean sheet.

“We have a very different team this year,” senior striker Olivia Chase said. “We knew Matanzas has a pretty decent team. They were connecting passes very well. So, it was nice to see we can work together.”

“We’re building chemistry,” said sophomore Gabby Dioquino, the Sandcrabs’ center midfielder.

Chase and Dioquino each scored a goal against the Pirates. Chase, who scored five goals in the season opener, put the Sandcrabs on the board in the first half against Matanzas with a close goal near the 6-yard box.

“It was a tough angle, but I got it in the right corner. It was a real nail-biter,” Chase said.

Dioquino made it 2-0 in the second half, stealing a pass and then firing a shot into the net from outside the 18-yard box.

“They were passing out from the back, and I saw the opportunity and took the

shot,” she said.

The Sandcrabs have 11 sophomores on their roster, but most of them received playing time on varsity as freshmen last year, coach Eli Freidus said.

“It’s paid off to get them that experience,” he said.

The Pirates (0-2) have yet to score a goal, but they’ve played two tough teams that made the playoffs last year in Beachside and Seabreeze.

“They are two great teams,” Matanzas coach Scott Crooke said. “Seabreeze is always a great team, and this is the closest we’ve played them in my eight years here.”

Crooke said the Pirates were able to maintain possession for most of the first half.

“Toward the end of the half we lost that possession,” he said.

“After a while,” Dioquino said, “we were able to get to the ball first.”

Matanzas is coming off its second straight winning season, which started with a large freshmen class in 2023. Most of the players, who are now juniors, are club soccer players, Crooke said.

“I’m very proud of this team. They’ve worked hard over the years. I love their spirit. They bond well. There’s a good team atmosphere,” he said.

The Pirates will travel to Middleburg on Nov. 17 before returning home for games against Pine Ridge on Nov. 20 and Jacksonville Providence on Nov. 21.

Seabreeze was scheduled to play at DeLand on Nov. 10 before opening its home schedule at the Ormond Beach Sports Complex with three tough games in a row against Oviedo (Nov. 13), Bolles (Nov. 18) and Flagler Palm Coast (Nov. 21).

He’s the Pirates coach and a Bulldog parent

As Matanzas High School’s varsity girls soccer coach, Scott Crooke has seen rival Flagler Palm Coast play many times. But Nov. 5 at DeLand was the first time he watched FPC from the vantage point of a bleachers seat, and as a Bulldogs fan.

Crooke’s daughter, Adasyn, is a freshman JV soccer player for the Bulldogs. She chose FPC partially because of her interest in the school’s veterinary assisting program, Scott Crooke said.

Scott is a dean at Indian Trails Middle School, and when he talks to the students about the two high schools, he tells them Matanzas and FPC are both great schools, and they both have great soccer programs.

“Either place, just go and have fun and be a part of something greater than yourself,” he says. Both programs do a great job being involved in the community, Crooke said. “We do food pantry help, beach clean-ups. We’re both doing things to help make it better for everybody living here,” he said.

As an FPC soccer parent, Crooke will continue to root for the Bulldogs — except when they’re on the pitch against his Pirates.

Matanzas boys soccer team held to one goal in loss to Tocoi Creek

Jonathan Costa scored off a rebound for the Pirates, who are 0-1-1 after two games.

BRENT WORONOFF ASSOCIATE EDITOR

Tocoi Creek jumped out to a 2-0 halftime lead and held on to defeat Matanzas 3-1 in the Pirates’ boys soccer home opener on Friday, Nov. 7.

Matanzas (0-1-1) made it a one-goal game in the second half on Jonathan Costa’s goal off a rebound. But the Toros (1-0-0) put the game out of reach on Cameron Alves’ penalty kick with 2:32 left.

“It was just missed communication, a missed play,” Matanzas coach Beto Aquilar said of the Pirates’ penalty.

“We tried to play the ball, to play it out (from the penalty area), and we just got countered. Jose Cortez had to make the foul. If he doesn’t make it,

the guy’s there by himself, so he took a gamble. I don’t fault him for that, because he had to sacrifice something there at that point.”

Even though the Pirates have a senior-dominated team, they are trying to put together all the pieces, Aguilar said.

“We tried to create chances. It’s just finishing in that final third — we got to finish it,” he said. “I think Tocoi had a good game plan, and they executed it. For us, I told the boys, it’s not about this one game or the second game, it’s how we finish at the end of the season.

A lone defeat doesn’t define us, but hopefully it does create a little bit of character, and

we can go into next week and handle business.”

Jake Bland and Jacob Jakstis scored for the Toros in the first half.

Matanzas opened the season with a 2-2 tie at DeLand on Nov. 3. The Pirates will host New Smyrna Beach on Tuesday, Nov. 11. The Barracudas advanced to the Class 5A regional finals last season and have started out strong this season with three straight victories. They’ve outscored their opponents 11-2.

The Pirates then visit Mainland on Nov. 12 and return home Nov. 14 for a game against local opponent First Baptist Christian Academy.

Seabreeze striker Olivia Chase dribbles the ball downfield. Photo by Brent Woronoff

Matanzas’ Matt Ciminera (6) battles for the ball.

Matanzas goalkeeper Brandon Tavares.

Local cross country teams head to regionals

The Flagler Palm Coast, Matanzas, Seabreeze and Father Lopez girls and boys cross country teams all qualified for this week’s regionals.

Matanzas sophomore Peyton Cerasi won the District 2-3A individual championship Nov. 8 at Middleburg High School by more than 10 seconds with a time of 19:00.6. Cerasi and Megan Rhee (12th place, 20:34.9) led the Pirates to a fourth-place finish. The top eight teams in each district move on to regionals.

The Matanzas boys placed second with Blaine Vogel finishing third in 16:30.8. Freshman Dylan Ciardi was eighth in 16:50.6, Enzo McGovern 11th in 17:25.4, Brant Tarsitano 14th in 17:28.8 and Matt Ciardi 17th in 17:39.0.

FPC’s boys placed eighth at the District 1-4A meet Nov. 4 at Alligator Lake in Lake City. Freshman Douglas Seth paced the Bulldogs with a third-place finish in 16:22.3. Seth was just 2.3 seconds behind the runner-up.

FPC’s Arianna Slaughter also placed third, finishing the girls race in 19:03.3 to lead the Bulldogs to fourth place. Anna Grigoruk was 12th in 19:45.6 and Audrey Bowman 17th in 20:30.4.

Seabreeze’s boys were seventh and the girls were eighth in the District 3-3A meet at Whispering Pines Park in Inverness. Hunter Shuler placed 18th in the boys race in 17:30.6.

Father Lopez hosted the District 3-1A meet on Nov. 5, and the boys and girls both placed fourth. Eldin Rankin placed 10th in the boys race

FPC players’ history gives them chemistry

When Greg Shirley became Flagler Palm Coast’s head boys basketball coach last year, he intended to create a family culture. He didn’t know it already existed.

Several of the Bulldogs have been playing basketball together since they were in elementary school. Five of them, all seniors, will be in the starting lineup together when the Bulldogs open the season on Nov. 18 at home against Seabreeze.

“I just can’t wait,” Nateshawn

Royal said. “It’s the first time all five of us are starting at FPC all at the same time.”

Royal (8.7 points per game), Siah Sanders (9.8 points) and Anthony Hampton (16.3 points) were the Bulldogs’ leading scorers last year on a team that finished with a 15-12 record. Zac Murphy, this year’s team captain, was a defensive stopper off the bench last season.

The fifth starter, Nate Perry, averaged 13.2 points for Matanzas last year. Now he’s back home.

“My freshman year I was here,” he said. “But I had an issue, so I went to Menendez and then last year I went to Matanzas. Now I’m back here at the school I was zoned for.”

Johnny Hampton, Anthony’s father, coached his son and Perry when they were 9 and 10 years old.

“They won 18 in a row, and I knew they were going to be good then,”

Johnny Hampton said.

Johnny Hampton has been an assistant coach with FPC through four different head coaches. He also coaches the Flagler United AAU program. Perry has played with his friends at Flagler United each summer.

“Even when he played for the other schools, he’d play with these guys over the summer,” Johnny Hampton said. “It was like he never left.”

Six FPC seniors in all, including Jack Wronowski, attended Bunnell Elementary School together and played basketball in the Flagler

SEASON OPENERS

BOYS BASKETBALL

„ Seabreeze at FPC, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 18

„ Deltona at Matanzas, 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 18

„ Palm Bay Bayside at Mainland, 7 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 19

County Basketball Program at the Carver Center.

Royal joined Perry and Anthony Hampton on the Prospects team when they were in sixth grade. Sanders joined a year later. Murphy also joined the team in middle school.

They also hold each other accountable, Anthony Hampton said. That’s something, Johnny Hampton said, that they learned by themselves.

That hasn’t been happening much, Shirley said.

“They have all improved since last year,” Shirley said. “Zac can get from one side of the floor to the other faster than anyone, and he makes plays for his teammates.”

GIRLS BASKETBALL

„ Mainland at North Florida Educational Institute, 7:30 p.m., Monday, Nov. 17

„ FPC at University, 7:30 p.m., Dec. 2

„ Matanzas at Deltona, 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 19

„ Astronaut at Seabreeze, 6 p.m., Wednesday Nov. 19

The four guards can all push it up the floor, said Sanders, the lone forward at 6-foot-6.

“Last year, we had another big man who played with me,” Sanders said. “Now that we have more guards on the floor, we can play a lot faster.”

As 9- and 10-year-olds, it always seemed like there would be a next year to play basketball with their friends. Now, as seniors, they realize this will be their last chance to win a championship together.

“There is way more effort than last year,” Murphy said. “You can tell every player has some type of heart in the game. We’re all invested.”

with a personal-record 19:10. Savannah Cox (23:41) and Lucy Fulton (23:42) placed ninth and 10th, respectively, in the girls race.

Borgmann opens college career with tourney title

Former Flagler Palm Coast wrestler Christina Borgmann has begun her

college wrestling career with a 5-0 record. Borgmann, a freshman at Felician University in Rutherford, New Jersey, won the 131-pound women’s championship at the Princeton Open on Nov. 2. She did not concede a point until the final. She pinned each of her first three opponents in less than a minute: 17, 49 and 20 seconds. She decisioned

Stacy Bloomfield of Ursinas 8-0 in the semifinals and Jazmene Molina of Western New England 10-6 in the final. With the title, Borgmann moved up to No. 8 in FloWrestling’s NCAA Women’s Wrestling Rankings at 131 pounds. Molina is ranked 10th.

Borgmann was a two-time state champion at FPC in 2024 and 2025.

FPC’s Stiwich returned to state high school golf championships

Flagler Palm Coast senior

Sophia Stiwich has qualified for the state golf championships for the second time.

Stiwich qualified as an individual for the Class 3A championships Nov. 11-12 at the Mission Resort & Club at Howey-in-the-Hills after placing third in the Region 1-3A tournament at Hawkstone Country Club in Gainesville with a 1-over-par 72. On the first day of states on Tuesday, Nov. 11, she shot a 75 in cold and windy conditions and was five strokes behind the leader. She chipped in No. 9 for birdie and sank a 30foot putt for eagle on 13, FPC coach Patrick Kleinfelder said.

The last time Stiwich was at the Mission Resort for states, she tied for sixth at the 2022 Class 2A championships as a freshman playing for Lemon Bay High School in Englewood. After the season, her family moved to Colorado, where the high school golf season is in the spring, and she placed second, losing in a playoff, at the Class 5A championships. She then took two years off from golf but took the sport up again before this season after her parents moved to Palm Coast. Early in the season she set an FPC nine-hole record with a 30 at St. Augustine Shores Golf Club. Stiwich won the VolusiaFlagler tournament and the District 3-3A tournament.

Swimming regionals

Seabreeze’s Laurel Carson (50-yard freestyle) and Addie Smurdon (100 freestyle) won girls races at the Region 1-3A swim meet. Carson placed second behind Smurdon in the 100 free. Noelle Dragstedt was second in the 100 butterfly.

The Seabreeze boys won the 200 medley relay. Freshman Reef McKeeking placed second in the 200 individual medley and the 100 breaststroke.

The Class 3A state championships will be Nov. 15 at the Florida Aquatic Swim and Training Center in Ocala.

Flagler Palm Coast’s boys basketball team with coaches Greg Shirley, John King and Johnny Hampton.

FPC starters Zac Murphy, Siah Sanders, Nate Perry, Anthony Hampton and Nateshawn Royal. Photo by Brent Woronoff

Flagler Palm Coast’s Sophia Stiwich qualified for the state golf championships for the second time after placing third at the Region 1-3A tournament. Courtesy photo

Matanzas sophomore Peyton Cerasi. File photo by Brent Woronoff

Christina Borgmann. File photo

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25-00106V NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION Case No. 2024 11885 CICI Planet Home Lending, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. The Unknown Heirs, Devisees, Grantees, Assignees, Lienors, Creditors, Trustees, and all other parties claiming interest by, through, under or against the Estate of Kathy R. Quinn a/k/a Kathy Rose Quinn a/k/a Kathy Quinn a/k/a Kathy Rose a/k/a Kathleen Rose Quinn f/k/a Kathy Marie Rose, Deceased, et al., Defendants. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to the Final Judgment and/or Order Rescheduling Foreclosure Sale, entered in Case No. 2024 11885 CICI of the Circuit Court of the SEVENTH Judicial Circuit, in and for Volusia County, Florida, wherein Planet Home Lending, LLC is the Plaintiff and The Unknown Heirs, Devisees, Grantees, Assignees, Lienors, Creditors, Trustees, and all other parties claiming interest by, through, under or against the Estate of Kathy R. Quinn a/k/a Kathy Rose Quinn a/k/a Kathy Quinn a/k/a Kathy Rose a/k/a Kathleen Rose Quinn f/k/a Kathy Marie Rose, Deceased; Richard Jeremy Rose a/k/a Richard J. Rose a/k/a Jeremy Richard Rose; D.Q. a minor child are the Defendants, that Laura Roth, Volusia County Clerk of Court will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at, www.volusia.realforeclose.com, beginning at 11:00 AM on the 27th day of February, 2026, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: THE SOUTHERLY 1/2 OF LOT 12, AND ALL OF LOT 13, BLOCK 1, PALM GROVE SUBDIVISION, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 9, PAGE 176, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. TAX ID: 523707010130 Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens must file a claim before the clerk reports the surplus as unclaimed.

REQUESTS FOR ACCOMMODATIONS BY PERSONS WITH DISABILI-

TIES If you are a person with a disability who needs an accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Court Administration, 101 N. Alabama Ave., Ste. D-305, DeLand, FL 32724, (386) 2576096, at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the appearance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711.

THESE ARE NOT COURT INFORMA-

TION NUMBERS SOLICITUD DE ADAPTACIONES PARA PERSONAS CON DISCAPACID-

ADES Si usted es una persona con discapacidad que necesita una adaptación para poder participar en este procedimiento, usted tiene el derecho a que se le proporcione cierta asistencia, sin incurrir en gastos. Comuníquese con la Oficina de Administración Judicial (Court Administración), 101 N. Alabama Ave., Ste. D-305, DeLand, FL 32724, (386) 257-6096, con no menos de 7 días de antelación de su cita de comparecencia ante el juez, o de inmediato alrecibir esta notificación si la cita de comparecencia está dentro de un plazo menos de 7 días; si usted tiene una discapacidad del habla o del oído, llame al 711. ESTOS NUMEROS TELEFONICOS NO SON PARA OBTENER INFORMACION JUDICIAL

Dated: November 5, 2025 /s/ Brian L. Rosaler By: Brian L. Rosaler Florida Bar No.: 0174882. Attorney for Plaintiff: Brian L. Rosaler, Esquire Popkin & Rosaler, P.A. 1701West

RE-NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 2023 11796 CIDL WELLS FARGO BANK, N. A. AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CARRINGTON MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2007-FRE1, ASSET-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, Plaintiff, vs. JEFFREY M. SMITH A/K/A JEFFREY SMITH; CAROLYN D. SMITH; UNKNOWN TENANT(S) IN POSSESSION #1 and #2, and ALL OTHER UNKNOWN PARTIES, et.al., Defendant(s). NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Summary Judgment of Foreclosure (In Rem) dated April 16, 2024 and an Order Rescheduling Foreclosure Sale dated October 29, 2025, entered in Civil Case No.: 2023 11796 CIDL of the Circuit Court of the Seventh Judicial Circuit in and for Volusia County, Florida, wherein WELLS FARGO BANK, N. A. AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CARRINGTON MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2007-FRE1, ASSET-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, Plaintiff, and JEFFREY M. SMITH A/K/A JEFFREY SMITH; CAROLYN D. SMITH, are Defendants. LAURA E. ROTH, The Clerk of the Circuit Court, will sell to the highest bidder for cash, at www.volusia.realforeclose.com, at 11:00 AM, on the 9th day of December, 2025, the following described real property as set forth in said Judgment, to wit: LOT 3, BLOCK 876, DELTONA LAKES, UNIT 34, A SUBDIVISION ACCORDING TO MAP IN MAP BOOK 27, PAGES 134 TO 142, INCLUSIVE, PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. If you are a person claiming a right to funds remaining after the sale, you must file a claim with the clerk before the clerk reports the surplus as unclaimed. If you fail to file a timely claim you will not be entitled to any remaining funds. After the funds are reported as unclaimed, only the owner of record as of the date of the Lis Pendens may claim the surplus.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS TO CONSIDER THE IMPOSITION OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS PURSUANT TO SECTIONS 170.07 AND 197.3632, FLORIDA STATUTES, BY

THE DEAN RIVER COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT

NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING OF THE DEAN RIVER COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT

In accordance with Chapters 170, 190 and 197, Florida Statutes, the Dean River Community Development District’s (“District”) Board of Supervisors (“Board”) hereby provides notice of the following public hearings and public meeting: NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS

DATE: December 9, 2025

TIME: 11:00 a.m.

LOCATION: Hampton Inn Daytona/Ormond Beach 155 Interchange Boulevard Ormond Beach, Florida 32174

The purpose of the public hearings announced above is to consider the imposition of special assessments (“Debt Assessments”), and adoption of assessment rolls to secure proposed bonds, on benefited lands within the District, and, to provide for the levy, collection and enforcement of the Debt Assessments. The proposed bonds secured by the Debt Assessments are intended to finance certain public infrastructure improvements, including, but not limited to, stormwater management, water and sewer utilities, landscape, irrigation, lighting, and other infrastructure improvements (together, “Project”), benefitting certain lands within the District. The Project is described in more detail in the Engineer’s Report (“Engineer’s Report”). Specifically, the Project includes a Capital Improvement Plan to provide public infrastructure benefitting all lands within the District, as identified in the Engineer’s Report. The Debt Assessments are proposed to be levied as one or more assessment liens and allocated to the benefitted lands within the District, as set forth in the Master Special Assessment Methodology Report (“Assessment Report”). At the conclusion of the public hearings, the Board will, by resolution, levy and impose assessments as finally approved by the Board. A special meeting of the District will also be held where the Board may consider any other business that may properly come before it. The site consists of approximately 182 acres, and is generally located south of Old New York Avenue, west of Hontoon Road, and north and east of the St. Johns River. It is anticipated that the District will undertake a boundary amendment to add approximately 80 acres just to the east of the site. A geographic depiction of the District is shown below. All lands within the District are expected to be improved in accordance with the reports identified above.

Boca Raton, Florida 33431 (877)276-0889. Also, a copy of the agendas and other documents referenced herein may be obtained from the District Office.

The proposed Debt Assessments are in the total principal amount of $19,419,144.39

The assessments shall be paid in not more than thirty (30) annual installments subsequent to the issuance of debt to finance the improvements. These annual assessments will be collected on the County tax roll by the Tax Collector. Alternatively, the District may choose to directly collect and enforce these assessments.

The public hearings and meeting are open to the public and will be conducted in accordance with Florida law. The public hearings and meeting may be continued to a date, time, and place to be specified on the record. There may be occasions when staff or board members may participate by speaker telephone. Any person requiring special accommodations because of a disability or physical impairment should contact the District Office at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the meeting. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the Florida Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1, or 1-800-955-8771 (TTY) / 1-800-955-8770 (Voice), for aid in contacting the District Office.

Please note that all affected property owners have the right to appear and comment at the public hearings and meeting, and may also file written objections with the District Office within twenty (20) days of issuance of this notice. Each person who decides to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at the public hearings or meeting is advised that person will need a record of proceedings and that accordingly, the person may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, including the testimony and evidence upon which such appeal is to be based.

District Manager

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ing the Consultant’s Competitive Negotiations Act, Chapter 287, Florida Statutes (“CCNA”). All Applicants interested must submit one (1) electronic and one (1) unbound copy of Standard Form No. 330 and the Qualification Statement by 12:00 p.m., on December 1, 2025 by email to gillyardd@ whhassociates.com (“District Manager’s Office”).

The Board shall select and rank the Applicants using the requirements set forth in the CCNA and the evaluation criteria on file with the District Manager, and the highest ranked Applicant will be requested to enter into contract negotiations. If an agreement cannot be reached between the District and the highest ranked Applicant, negotiations will cease and begin with the next highest ranked Applicant, and if these negotiations are unsuccessful, will continue to the third highest ranked Applicant.

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willingness to meet time and budget requirements; d) the Applicant’s past experience and performance, including but not limited to past experience as a District Engineer for any community development districts and past experience in Volusia County, Florida; e) the geographic location of the Applicant’s headquarters and offices; f) the current and projected workloads of the Applicant; and g) the volume of work previously awarded to the Applicant by the District. Further, each Applicant must identify the specific individual affiliated with the Applicant who would be handling District meetings, construction services, and other engineering tasks.

The District will review all Applicants and will comply with Florida law, includ-

The District reserves the right to reject any and all Qualification Statements. Additionally, there is no express or implied obligation for the District to reimburse Applicants for any expenses associated with the preparation and submittal of the Qualification Statements in response to this request. Any protest regarding the terms of this Notice, or the evaluation criteria on file with the District Manager, must be filed in writing, within seventy-two (72) hours (excluding weekends) after the publication of this Notice. The formal protest setting forth with particularity the facts and law upon which the protest is based shall be filed within seven (7) calendar days after the initial notice of protest was filed. Failure to timely file a notice of protest or failure to timely file a formal written protest shall constitute a waiver of any right to object or protest with respect to aforesaid Notice or evaluation criteria provisions.

Any person who files a notice of protest shall provide to the District, simultaneous with the filing of the notice, a protest bond with a responsible surety to be approved by the District and in the amount of Twenty Thousand Dollars ($20,000.00).

November 13, 2025 25-00567I

RESOLUTION 2025-34

[RESOLUTION DECLARING MASTER ASSESSMENTS]]

A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE DEAN RIVER COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DECLARING SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS; DESIGNATING THE NATURE AND LOCATION OF THE PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS; DECLARING THE TOTAL ESTIMATED COST OF THE IMPROVEMENTS, THE PORTION TO BE PAID BY ASSESSMENTS, AND THE MANNER AND TIMING IN WHICH THE ASSESSMENTS ARE TO BE PAID; DESIGNATING THE LANDS UPON WHICH THE ASSESSMENTS SHALL BE LEVIED; PROVIDING FOR AN ASSESSMENT PLAT AND A PRELIMINARY ASSESSMENT ROLL; ADDRESSING THE SETTING OF PUBLIC HEARINGS; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION OF THIS RESOLUTION; AND ADDRESSING CONFLICTS, SEVERABILITY AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

WHEREAS, the Dean River Community Development District (“District”) is a local unit of special-purpose government organized and existing under and pursuant to Chapter 190, Florida Statutes; and WHEREAS, the District is authorized by Chapter 190, Florida Statutes, to finance, fund, plan, establish, acquire, install, equip, operate, extend, construct, or reconstruct roadways, sewer and water distribution systems, stormwater management/earthwork improvements, landscape, irrigation and entry features, conservation and mitigation, street lighting and other infrastructure projects, and services necessitated by the development of, and serving lands within, the District; and WHEREAS, the District hereby determines to undertake, install, plan, establish, construct or reconstruct, enlarge or extend, equip, acquire, operate, and/or maintain the portion of the infrastructure improvements comprising the District’s overall capital improvement plan as described in the District Engineer’s Report (“Project”), which is attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by reference; and

WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the District to pay for all or a portion of the cost of the Project by the levy of special assessments (“Assessments”) using the methodology set forth in that Master Special Assessment Methodology Report, which is attached hereto as Exhibit B, incorporated herein by reference, and on file with the District Manager at c/o Wrathell, Hunt & Associates, LLC, 2300 Glades Road, Suite 410W, Boca Raton, Florida 33431 (“District Records Office”);

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE DEAN RIVER COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT:

1. AUTHORITY FOR THIS RESOLUTION; INCORPORATION OF RECITALS. This Resolution is adopted pursuant to the provisions of Florida law, including without limitation Chapters 170, 190 and 197, Florida Statutes. The recitals stated above are incorporated herein and are adopted by the Board as true and correct statements.

2. DECLARATION OF ASSESSMENTS. The Board hereby declares that it has determined to undertake the Project and to defray all or a portion of the cost thereof by the Assessments.

3. DESIGNATING THE NATURE AND LOCATION OF IMPROVEMENTS. The nature and general location of, and plans and specifications for, the Project are described in Exhibit A, which is on file at the District Records Office. Exhibit B is also on file and available for public inspection at the same location.

4. DECLARING THE TOTAL ESTIMATED COST OF THE IMPROVEMENTS, THE PORTION TO BE PAID BY ASSESSMENTS, AND THE MANNER AND TIMING IN WHICH THE ASSESSMENTS ARE TO BE PAID.

A. The total estimated cost of the Project is $14,041,814.69 (“Estimated Cost”).

B. The Assessments will defray approximately $19,419,144.39, which is the anticipated maximum par value of any bonds and which includes all or a portion of the Estimated Cost, as well as other financing-related costs, as set forth in Exhibit B, and which is in addition to interest and collection costs. On an annual basis, the Assessments will defray no more than $2,780,742.80 per year, again as set forth in Exhibit B.

C. The manner in which the Assessments shall be apportioned and paid is set forth in Exhibit B, as may be modified by supplemental assessment resolutions. The Assessments will constitute a “master” lien, which may be imposed without further public hearing in one or more separate liens each securing a series of bonds, and each as determined by supplemental assessment resolution. With respect to each lien securing a series of bonds, the special assessments shall be paid in not more than (30) thirty yearly installments. The special assessments may be payable at the same time and in the same manner as are ad-valorem taxes and collected pursuant to Chapter 197, Florida Statutes; provided, however, that in the event the uniform non ad-valorem assessment method of collecting the Assessments is not available to the District in any year, or if determined by the District to be in its best interest, the Assessments may be collected as is otherwise permitted by law, including but not limited to by direct bill. The decision to collect special assessments by any particular method – e.g., on the tax roll or by direct bill – does not mean that such method will be used to collect special assessments in future years, and the District reserves the right in its sole discretion to select collection methods in any given year, regardless of past practices.

5. DESIGNATING THE LANDS UPON WHICH THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS SHALL BE LEVIED. The Assessments securing the Project shall be levied on the lands within the District, as described in Exhibit B, and as further designated by the assessment plat hereinafter provided for.

6. ASSESSMENT PLAT. Pursuant to Section 170.04, Florida Statutes, there is on file, at the District Records Office, an assessment plat showing the area to be assessed certain plans and specifications describing the Project and the estimated cost of the Project, all of which shall be open to inspection by the public.

7. PRELIMINARY ASSESSMENT ROLL. Pursuant to Section 170.06, Florida Statutes, the District Manager

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 2021 31152 CICI NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC

D/B/A CHAMPION MORTGAGE COMPANY, Plaintiff, vs. KENNETH AYERS, et al. Defendant(s).

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated October 10, 2025, and entered in 2021 31152 CICI of the Circuit Court of the SEVENTH Judicial Circuit in and for Volusia County, Florida, wherein WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR OCWEN LOAN ACQUISITION TRUST 2024-HB 1 is the Plaintiff UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ACTING ON BEHALF OF THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; FLORIDA HOUSING FINANCE CORPORATION; VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA ; G GUNTHER CONSTRUCTION INC.; THE ORMOND TERRACE ANNEX HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.; UNKNOWN SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE OF THE TRUST AGREEMENT DATED SEPT 25, 2002; THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, BENEFICIARIES, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES AND ALL OTHERS WHO MAY CLAIM AN INTEREST IN THE ESTATE OF ROBERT H. HILDEBRANDT A/K/A ROBERT HILDEBRANDT, DECEASED; PAMELA PETRILLI; KENNETH AYERS; MICHAEL AYERS; ROBBIN AYERS; THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, BENEFICIARIES, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES AND ALL OTHERS WHO MAY CLAIM AN INTEREST IN THE ESTATE OF ROBERT A. HILDEBRANDT, DECEASED; PATRICIA CHRISTINE HILDEBRANDT ; NICOLE HILDEBRANDT; KELLY

HILDEBRANDT are the Defendant(s).

Laura E. Roth as the Clerk of the Circuit Court will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at www. volusia.realforeclose.com, at 11:00 AM, on December 10, 2025, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: THE EASTERLY 125 FEET OF LOT 1 AND THE EASTERLY 125 FEET OF THE NORTHERLY 32.5 FEET OF LOT 2, BLOCK 4, ORMOND TERRACE ANNEX, ACCORDING TO THE MAP THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 10, PAGE 137, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA Property Address: 530 N. YONGE STREET, ORMOND BEACH, FL 32174

Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens must file a claim in accordance with Florida Statutes, Section 45.031. IMPORTANT AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT.

If you are a person with a disability who needs an accommodation in order to access court facilities or participate in a court proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. To request such an accommodation, please contact Court Administration in advance of the date the service is needed: Court Administration, 101 N. Alabama Ave., Ste D-305, Deland, FL 32724, (386) 257-6096. Hearing or voice impaired, please call 711. Dated this 11 day of November, 2025. By: \S\Danielle Salem Danielle Salem, Esquire Florida Bar No. 0058248

Communication Email: dsalem@raslg.com ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC

Attorney for Plaintiff 6409 Congress Ave., Suite 100 Boca Raton, FL 33487

Telephone: 561-241-6901

Facsimile: 561-997-6909

Service Email: flmail@raslg.com 20-019419 - EuE November 13, 20, 2025 25-00569I

INSERTION NOTICE OF ACTIONCONSTRUCTIVE SERVICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 2025 13215 CIDL COMPU-LINK CORPORATION, DBA CELINK, Plaintiff, vs. ALTON JONES, et. al. Defendant(s), TO: ALTON JONES, UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF ALTON JONES, . whose residence is unknown and all parties having or claiming to have any right, title or interest in the property described in the mortgage being foreclosed herein. YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that an action to foreclose a mortgage on the following property: THE WEST 101.68 FEET OF THE NORTH 235.45 FEET OF THE SOUTHWEST ONE QUARTER OF BLOCK 79, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OF LAKE HELEN, AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 2, PAGE 93, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. AND THE NORTH 134.0 FEET OF THE EAST 180.0 FEET OF THE SOUTH ONE HALF OF THE SOUTHEAST ONE QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST ONE QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST ONE QUARTER OF SECTION 36, TOWNSHIP 17 SOUTH, RANGE 30 EAST, VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. EXCEPT THAT PORTION LYING WITHIN THE RIGHT OF WAY OF INTERSTATE HIGHWAY NO. 4, CONTAINING .80 ACRES, MORE OR LESS. SUBJECT TO A DRAINAGE EASEMENT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (D.O.T. RIGHT OF WAY MAP, SECTION #7716-401 AND 7911-401, SHEET 16 0F 19, DATE OF JULY 1957) has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on counsel for Plaintiff, whose address is 6409 Congress Avenue, Suite 100, Boca Raton, Florida 33487 on or before December 5, 2025 /(30 days from Date of First Publication of this Notice) and file the original with the clerk of this court either before service on Plaintiff’s attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint or petition filed herein. THIS NOTICE SHALL BE PUBLISHED ONCE A WEEK FOR TWO (2) CONSECUTIVE WEEKS. WITNESS my hand and the seal of this Court at Volusia County, Florida, this 4 day of November, 2025. LAURA E ROTH CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 2024 11544 CIDL FEDERAL HOME LOAN MORTGAGE CORPORATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE FREDDIE MAC SEASONED LOANS STRUCTURED TRANSACTION TRUST, SERIES 2019-1, Plaintiff, vs. THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, BENEFICIARIES, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES AND ALL OTHERS WHO MAY CLAIM AN INTEREST IN THE ESTATE OF BERNICE P. BROCKMAN, DECEASED, et al. Defendant(s). NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated August 28, 2025, and entered in 2024 11544 CIDL of the Circuit Court of the SEVENTH Judicial Circuit in and for Volusia County, Florida, wherein FEDERAL HOME LOAN MORTGAGE CORPORATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE FREDDIE MAC SEASONED LOANS STRUCTURED TRANSACTION TRUST, SERIES 20191 is the Plaintiff and THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, BENEFICIARIES, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES AND ALL OTHERS WHO MAY CLAIM AN INTEREST IN THE ESTATE OF BERNICE P. BROCKMAN, DECEASED; THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, BENEFICIARIES, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES AND ALL OTHERS WHO MAY CLAIM AN INTEREST IN THE ESTATE OF LORI

BROCKMAN, DECEASED; APRIL BROCKMAN A/K/A APRIL BROCK are the Defendant(s). Laura E. Roth as the Clerk of the Circuit Court will sell to the

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA

PROBATE DIVISION File No. 64-2025-CP-012474 IN RE: ESTATE OF HARRIET B. PARRISH Deceased. TO ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS OR DEMANDS AGAINST THE ABOVE ESTATE: You are hereby notified that an Order of Summary Administration has been entered in the estate of HARRIET B. PARRISH, deceased, File Number 64-2025-CP012474, by the Circuit Court for VOLUSIA County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 101 N Alabama Ave, DeLand, FL 32724; that the decedent’s date of death was May 11, 2025; that the total value of the estate is $0.00 and that the names and addresses of those to whom it has been assigned by such order are: Name: JUDITH ARMITAGE Successor Trustee of the HARRIET B. PARRISH REVOCABLE TRUST

highest and best bidder for cash at www. volusia.realforeclose.com, at 11:00 AM, on December 09, 2025, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: LOT 4, BLOCK 1730, DELTONA LAKES UNIT SIXTY-SIX, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 28, PAGES 124 THROUGH 127, INCLUSIVE, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA.

Property Address: 927 LOREN DRIVE, DELTONA, FL 32725

Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens must file a claim in accordance with Florida Statutes, Section 45.031. IMPORTANT AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT. If you are a person with a disability who needs an accommodation in order to access court facilities or participate in a court proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. To request such an accommodation, please contact Court Administration in advance of the date the service is needed: Court Administration, 101 N. Alabama Ave., Ste D-305, Deland, FL 32724, (386) 257-6096. Hearing or voice impaired, please call 711. Dated this 11 day of November, 2025. By: \S\Danielle Salem Danielle Salem, Esquire Florida Bar No. 0058248 Communication Email: dsalem@raslg.com ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC Attorney for Plaintiff 6409 Congress Ave., Suite 100 Boca Raton, FL 33487 Telephone: 561-241-6901 Facsimile: 561-997-6909 Service Email: flmail@raslg.com 23-173438 - NaC November 13, 20, 2025 25-00571I

TER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is 11/6/2025. Person Giving Notice: /s/ Judy P. Armitage JUDITH ARMITAGE 415 Kingston Rd Satellite Beach, Florida 32937 Attorney for Person Giving Notice: ANDRE “ANDI” T. SIEMER Florida Bar Number: 1037800 KAITLIN J. STOLZ Florida Bar Number: 1015652 AMY B. VAN FOSSEN, P.A. 211 E. New Haven Avenue Melbourne, FL 32901 Telephone: (321) 345-5945 Fax: (321) 345-5417

E-Mail: andi@amybvanfossen.com

Secondary E-Mail: rebecca@amybvanfossen.com

Other: service@amybvanfossen.com November 6, 13, 2025 25-00543I

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2025 12935 PRDL Division 10 IN RE: ESTATE OF ANITA I. POST a/k/a ANITA POST Deceased.

The administration of the estate of Anita I. Post a/k/a Anita Post, deceased, whose date of death was July 9, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Volusia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is P.O. Box 6043, DeLand, Florida 32721. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.

All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.

The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes.

ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.

The date of first publication of this notice is November 6, 2025.

Personal Representative: Thomas J. Upchurch, Esquire 1616 Concierge Blvd. Suite 101 Daytona Beach, Florida 32117

Attorney for Personal Representative: Thomas J. Upchurch, Esquire

Florida Bar No. 0015821 Upchurch Law 1616 Concierge Blvd, Suite 101 Daytona Beach, Florida 32117

Telephone: (386) 492-3871

Fax: (386) 492-3876

E-mail Address: service@upchurchlaw.com Secondary E-mail: jackie@upchurchlaw.com November 6, 13, 2025 25-00539I

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NOTICE OF ACTION; CONSTRUCTIVE SERVICEPROPERTY IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, CIVIL DIVISION CASE NO.: 2025 13415 CIDL SHERI COLLINS, Plaintiff, vs. ESTATE OF WILLIAM K. WRAY; et al., Defendants. TO: ESTATE OF WILLIAM K. WRAY; P.O. BOX 510, WEIRSDALE, FL 32195 ESTATE OF WINIFRED ADDLEY WRAY; P.O. BOX 510, WEIRSDALE, FL 32195

UNKNOWN HEIRS OF WILLIAM K. WRAY; P.O. BOX 510, WEIRSDALE, FL 32195 UNKNOWN HEIRS OF WINIFRED ADDLEY WRAY; P.O. BOX 510, WEIRSDALE, FL 32195

YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action to Quiet Title to the following property in Volusia County, Florida: East ½ of Lot 50, FIRST ADDITION to ST JOHNS GARDENS subdivision according to map in Map Book 11,

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NOTICE OF ACTION IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 2025 10319 CIDL THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR NOVASTAR MORTGAGE FUNDING TRUST, SERIES 2005-4, NOVASTAR HOME EQUITY LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-4, Plaintiff, vs. UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, AND ALL OTHER PARTIES CLAIMING AN INTEREST BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST THE ESTATE OF IVORINE CAINE A/K/A IVORINE JACKSON-CAINE, DECEASED; CHANELLE SHEPHERD, Defendant(s). TO: Shayma Shepherd Residence Unknown

YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action to foreclose a mortgage on the following described property in Volusia County, Florida: LOT 2, BLOCK B, PLAT OF UNIT NO. 1, COLLEGE ARMS ESTATES, A SUBDIVISION ACCORDING TO THE MAP RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 25, PAGE 14, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA.

Street Address: 711 Laisy Drive, Deland, Florida 32724 has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC, Plaintiff’s attorney, whose address is 3222 Commerce Place, Suite A, West Palm Beach, FL 33407, within 30 days after the date of the first publication of this notice, on or before NOV 24 2025, and file the original with the Clerk of this Court, otherwise, a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint or petition. If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Court Administration, 125 E. Orange Ave., Ste. 300, Daytona Beach, FL 32114, (386) 2576096 at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. Dated on OCT 24 2025.

LAURA E ROTH

CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT By: /s/ Shawnee S. Smith As Deputy Clerk McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 3222 Commerce Place, Suite A West Palm Beach, FL 33407

Telephone: (561) 713-1400 FLpleadings@MWC-law.com File#:24-400409 November 6, 13, 2025 25-00547I

Page 256, Public Records of Volusia County, Florida. Parcel ID: 791502000500 has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Sokolof Remtulla, LLP, the plaintiff’s attorney, whose address is 6801 Lake Worth Road, Suite 100E, Greenacres, FL 33467, on or before NOV 10 2025, and file the original with the clerk of this court either before service on the plaintiff’s attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint or petition.

DATED on OCT 10 2025 LAURA E. ROTH CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT By: /s/ Shawnee S. Smith DEPUTY CLERK

SOKOLOF REMTULLA, LLP 6801 Lake Worth Road, Suite 100E Greenacres, FL 33467

Telephone: 561-507-5252

Facsimile: 561-342-4842

E-mail: pleadings@sokrem.com

Counsel for Plaintiff Oct. 23, 30; Nov. 6, 13, 2025 25-00513I

NOTICE OF ACTION IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF FLORIDA IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 2025 11827 CICI LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING LLC, Plaintiff, vs. SARA BETH WALD A/K/A BETH WALD, et al., Defendant. To the following Defendant(s): ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, UNDER, AND AGAINST ESTATE OF JAMES E WALD A/K/A JAMES EDWARD WALD, WHETHER SAID UNKNOWN PARTIES MAY CLAIM AN INTEREST AS SPOUSES, HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, OR OTHER CLAIMANTS ADDRESS UNKNOWN YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for Foreclosure of Mortgage on the following described property: ALL THAT CERTAIN LAND SITUATE IN VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA VIZ: A PORTION OF LOT 9, ASSESSOR’S SUBDIVISION, AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 3, PAGE 82, PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA, BEING ALSO A PORTION OF SECTION 15, TOWNSHIP 16 SOUTH, RANGE 33 EAST, AND MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCE AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 15, THENCE EASTERLY ALONG THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF SAID SECTION 15 A DISTANCE OF 50 FEET TO THE EASTERLY BOUNDARY OF BONK’S LANDING ROAD (A 100 FOOT ROAD AS SHOWN ON BAYVIEW HOMESITES SUBDIVISION MAP); THENCE NORTHERLY ALONG THE EASTERLY BOUNDARY OF BONK’S LANDING ROAD AND PARALLEL TO THE WESTERLY LINE OF SAID SECTION 15, A DISTANCE OF 150 FEET; THENCE EASTERLY AT RIGHT ANGLES A DISTANCE OF 864 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING OF THIS DESCRIPTION; THENCE NORTH AND PARALLEL TO THE WEST LINE OF SAID SECTION 15 A DISTANCE OF 100 FEET;

RE-NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 45 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. CIVIL DIVISION CASE NO. 2018 30070 CICI DLJ MORTGAGE CAPITAL, INC., Plaintiff, vs. JEROME D. MITCHELL A/K/A JEROME MITCHELL; ET AL, Defendant(s). NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to an Order or Summary Final Judgment of foreclosure dated November 22, 2024 and an Order Resetting Sale dated October 23, 2025 and entered in Case No. 2018 30070 CICI of the Circuit Court in and for Volusia County, Florida, wherein DLJ Mortgage Capital, Inc. is Plaintiff and JEROME D. MITCHELL A/K/A JEROME MITCHELL; ATTORNEY’S TITLE INSURANCE FUND, INC, D/B/A ATIF, INC.; CITY OF ORMOND BEACH, FLORIDA; FINANCIAL PORTFOLIOS II, INC., AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. F/K/A WACHOVIA; INNOVATIVE CAPITAL CLUB AT CEDAR KEY, LLC, A DISSOLVED FLORIDA CORPORATION, BY AND THROUGH ITS MANAGER; STATE OF FLORIDA, DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE; SUNTRUST BANK; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY; VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA; STATE OF-FLORIDA; UNKNOWN TENANT NO. 1; UNKNOWN TENANT NO. 2; and ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES CLAIMING INTERESTS BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST A NAMED DEFENDANT TO THIS ACTION, OR HAVING OR CLAIMING TO HAVE ANY RIGHT, TITLE OR INTEREST IN THE PROPERTY HEREIN DESCRIBED, are Defendants, LAURA E. ROTH, Clerk of the Circuit Court, will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash www. volusia.realforeclose.com, 11:00 a.m., on January 9, 2026 , the following described property as set forth in said Order or Final Judgment, to-wit: LOT 44, SWEETSER SUBDIVISION, ORMOND, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 5, PAGE(S) 84 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. ANY PERSON CLAIMING AN INTEREST IN THE SURPLUS FROM THE SALE, IF ANY, OTHER THAN THE PROPERTY OWNER AS OF THE DATE OF THE LIS PENDENS MUST FILE A CLAIM BEFORE THE CLERK REPORTS

THE SURPLUS AS UNCLAIMED. THE COURT, IN ITS DESCRETION, MAY ENLARGE THE TIME OF THE SALE. NOTICE OF THE CHANGED TIME OF SALE SHALL BE PUBLISHED AS PROVIDED HEREIN. Pursuant to Florida Statute 45.031(2), this notice shall be published twice, once a week for two consecutive weeks, with the last publication