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Public weighs in on Cassen Park Over 300 people responded to the city’s survey. A commission workshop is set for next week. PAGE 2
State of the County As county grows, Chair Jeff Brower advocates for ‘responsible decision-making.’ PAGE 3 INSIDE ELECTION SEASON Ormond Beach City Commission has new candidates for Zones 4, 1 PAGE 4
MUSIC MATTERS
DSC music production technology student finds his tune PAGE 9
LEVEL UP
Three members of Troop 468 earn Eagle Scout honors PAGE 10
BRIEFS
Make your mark Eighth-annual arts festival is a success. PAGE 8
Father Lopez senior arrested for school shooting threats Ormond Beach Police arrested an 18-year-old Father Lopez Catholic High School student on Monday, Feb. 7, after he made threats of a school shooting on campus. Father Lopez administrative staff received an email at 2:25 a.m., signed “A Concerned Student,” over threats of a mass shooting at school made by Colin Boyer, of Ormond Beach. The email contained two short video clips that had circulated among students on social media platform Snapchat. “I am very proud of the individual(s) that came forward and reported this incident,” said Ormond Beach Police Chief Jesse Godfrey in a press release. “... This is great example of the ‘See something, Say something’ doctrine and teamwork between the school and local law enforcement agencies.” Boyer was detained at his home at approximately 7:10 a.m. He admitted to filming a video of himself making the threats and stated “he was just having a ‘bad day’ and had no intentions of carrying out the threats,” his arrest report states. Boyer was charged with a felony for the threats and was taken to jail.
Riley Jackson smiles as she draws on the art wall at the eighth-annual Granada Grand Festival of the Arts.
College bound
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Alexa Wilson becomes first Mainland High School student to receive a flag football scholarship.
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Five Seabreeze football players move on to college, including Mac Chiumento, to FSU. PAGE 11
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Sandcrab Mac Chiumento announces he will play football for Florida State University.
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Buccaneer Alexa Wilson announces she will play flag football at Thomas University.
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Cassen Park survey sees over 300 responses
County launches anti-litter campaign Volusia County has begun a social media campaign to address littering. “We can all do our part to #KeepVolusiaBeautiful, but it’s going to take every one of us making a concerted effort and undertanding that “EveryLitterBitCounts,” a press release stated. Examples of how to get involved include adopting a segment of beach, park, road or trail; participating in the annual county-sponsored river and coastal cleanups; or sponsoring a Fill-a-bag station. Visit Volusia.org/litter
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COVID-19 hospitalizations keep decreasing On Tuesday, Feb. 8, AdventHealth’s hospitals in its seven Central Florida counties reported about 650 COVID-19-related hospitalizations, a figure that the hospital states continues to decrease. According to AdventHealth Central Florida Division’s COVID-19 Feb. 8 update, the hospital system remains at “green status” and continues its normal operations. However, AdventHealth continues to remind the community that physicians state the community’s best defense against Omicron, which is more contagious than previous strains even among those who are vaccinated, is to receive a booster shot. Physicians also recommend people continue to wear masks in crowded indoor spaces or when in close contact with others. “This includes students and teachers in classroom settings. Social distancing and good hygiene practices are also recommended to help cut down on community spread of the virus,” the update states.
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Residents examine the four concept boards at the public meeting for the renovation of Cassen Park.
Some want Cassen Park to remain the same. Others are hoping for a revamp. Both groups had an opportunity to weigh in during a public meeting held at City Hall on Tuesday, Feb. 8, where staff posted the four proposed concepts for the park. All four options moved the existing bait shop away from the water and combined it with a restroom building, but varied when it came to amenities. Should the park have more covered pavilions? Or is parking a better use of the space? Should there be a playground? The city also conducted an online survey that allowed residents to provide input remotely. It garnered almost 350 responses. About 25 people attended the meeting. On Feb. 4, the city stated on its website that it shaped its concepts based on the feedback “of more than 600 respondents,” and announced
the public meeting at City Hall, which took place a week before the City Commission is scheduled to discuss the project at a workshop. “There was such an outpouring of comments that people wanted to see it done right,” said Shawn Finley, Public Works director for the city. The city originally only planned to pave the parking lot at Cassen Park, but Finley said that they then realized the bait shop was in a flood zone and needed to be moved. “The thought was, ‘We’ve got an opportunity here that we only have once a generation to redo the park and do it right, and do it [how] everybody wants to see it,’” Finley said. “So that’s what we’re doing. We’re giving everybody a chance to give their opinion for Cassen Park is going to be like for the next 40, 50 years or so.” A fifth option was proposed by residents Barry du Moulin, Jerry Janero
and Bill Partington II, the mayor’s father. In an email to the Observer, Partington II stated that they had not been satisfied with the city’s proposals and decided that “starting with a clean sheet of paper to design Cassen Park would be a good idea.” Finley said the city would be accepting their proposal as part of public input. The city conducted the meeting “FDOT-style,” meaning residents could come at varying times to view the concepts and speak to city staff. Public input is critical, Finley said. “We’re here to provide things that add to the community and if we can get input from the residents, we will use it,” Finley said. “That’s just going to make it a better project.” The City Commission’s workshop on Cassen Park will take place at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 15, in conference room 103 at City Hall, located at 22 S. Beach St.
“You really elevated our department to a new level. ... You brought a spirit of camaraderie to the department that is really fantastic. You’re leaving very big shoes that will be hard for the city manager to fill.” DWIGHT SELBY, Ormond Beach City Commissioner on Fire Chief Richard Siever’s departure. See Page 5
Planning Board to meet The Ormond Beach Planning Board will meet on Thursday, Feb. 10 at the City Commission Chambers. It will review two comprehensive plan land use map amendments.
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Optimistic for change Jeff Brower sets goals for 2022 in State of the County address
County Council Chair Jeff Brower delivers the 2022 State of the County address at the Ocean Center on Tuesday, Feb. 8.
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ast year, when Volusia County Council Chair Jeff Brower delivered the State of the County address, he was weeks into his first term, but he was still full of optimism for the future of Volusia County. At his second State of the County address on Tuesday, Feb. 8, Brower said that sentiment has only grown stronger. “If anything, I’m even more hopeful and excited today because there’s a lot of work ahead with great opportunities for us to make Volusia County the very best place to live, work and play,” Brower said. About 425 people attended the annual luncheon at the Ocean Center, where the county highlighted its achievements for 2021. The theme of the event, “A year of change,” was referenced in Brower’s speech as well as in the video presentation featuring the rest of the council members. The best achievements, said Brower, are the result of government, businesses and the community working together, and he urged multiple times for people to get involved with local issues and not fear conversations with those who may have opposing views. “It’s no secret that [the County Council] had some rough spots getting started last year, but as the months have gone on .... I believe that you have seen a council emerge that is better at working together for the common good and goals of our community,” Brower said.
Kevin Captain, Volusia County director of community information, welcomes over 400 people to the 2022 State of the County address.
A YEAR OF IMPROVEMENTS
What changes did Volusia County see in 2021? For starters, it was the year that Amendment 10 took effect, and despite a long legal battle which the county eventually lost, county staff earned a 2021 Best Practices Award from the Florida Association of Counties for their transition process with the new constitutional officers. The video presentation mentioned the county’s $26 million public safety radio system upgrade, approved last summer, which is replacing its existing 30-year-old system for more reliable communication. Improvements to the county’s emergency management system included signing and retention bonuses — $4,500 for new paramedics and $5,000 for current paramedics — as well as $2,000 retention bonuses for emergency medical technicians. In other personnel-
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related actions, a collective bargaining agreement was also reached with the corrections officers union, granting them a $2,000 retention bonus. The ECHO and Volusia Forever programs were renewed by voters and are now seeking new projects to fund. In 2021, the county utilized ECHO Historic acquisition/stabilization grant program dollars to purchase a 36-acre parcel of land along the Ormond Scenic Loop and Trail for preservation, and Brower said the land will ultimately house a new trail. “We’re known around the world for the Loop,” he said. “Today, I am asking landowners in the Loop to join our efforts in creating a safe hiking and biking trail along the west side of the popular Old Dixie Highway. ... What a legacy that would be to leave
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your community.” Other changes include the completion of the Daytona Beach International Airport’s terminal renovations, which the county said will result in 360 new jobs and a $150 million private investment, the confirmation of 11 new directors within county ranks and a $3 million stormwater treatment project meant to improve water quality in the Mosquito Lagoon. PRESERVING QUALITY OF LIFE
Clean water, affordable housing and reopening the beach were points Brower honed in as he concluded his address. The county is growing rapidly, he said, and responsible decisions that will determine quality of life for generations to come must be made together. He asked local builders and developers to make affordable housing a reality in Volusia County, and vowed to work with the council to simplify zoning laws to facilitate this effort. “We cannot and we will not pave our way and clear-cut our way to a better future,” Brower said. “We will not end up like many congested Florida regions that have given up local priorities to preserve and protect their quality of life with an eyefocus solely on immediate profit. We already know that growth does not pay for itself. It merely hands a bill to the next generation.” Brower issued three goals for the county as a collective to work on in 2022: Protect and improve local water quality, lower the tax burden on citizens while increasing revenue sources to keep the county affordable, and for every beach approach to be open to citizens without an extra cost, as Brower argued residents already pay for the beach with their property taxes. “I am confident that this County Council will work diligently and respectfully this year,” Brower said. “You can imagine that everything I just mentioned, not everybody in the council agrees with. Not everybody in this room agrees with it, but what we can expect, and what I expect, is that we will work with each other with respect and with a commitment to all of you for seven very independent people to hash out the very best possible policies for all of you to make Volusia County the best play to live, work and play.”
“We cannot and we will not pave our way and clear-cut our way to a better future. We will not end up like many congested Florida regions that have given up local priorities to preserve and protect their quality of life with an eyefocus solely on immediate profit. We already know that growth does not pay for itself. It merely hands a bill to the next generation.” JEFF BROWER, County Council Chair
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Ormond Beach City Commission has new candidates for Zones 4, 1 Three longtime Ormond Beach residents have filed for candidacy on the City Commission. JARLEENE ALMENAS ASSOCIATE EDITOR
An open seat on the Ormond Beach City Commission has already drawn two potential candidates for the 2022 elections. ZONE 4
Longtime Ormond Beach residents Brian Nave and Harold Briley, both of whom have served decades on city boards, filed for candidacy in December 2021 after incumbent
“If we keep electing the same type of people, then complaining about the people we elect, well, it’s time for different kinds of people to get involved in politics, and that’s me.” BRIAN NAVE
“It easily comes back to the fact that Ormond Beach is my heart. I’ve raised my family here. We’ve called this place home for over 30 years, and really honestly, I wouldn’t want to live any other place. I love serving the community and I Zone 4 Commissioner Rob Littleton decided to run to represent District 4 on the Volusia County Council. Littleton was first elected to the commission in 2016. Nave, president of an engineering company called Logicom Logic Systems, filed for candidacy on Dec. 2, 2021. A veteran of the U.S. Air Force, Nave has lived in Ormond Beach since 1989. Notably, he’s competed on Discovery Channel’s “BattleBots” TV show. Nave is no stranger to elections; in 1999, he ran against Fred Costello, who won the race and later served as mayor from 2002 to 2010. Since then, Nave has served on the Quality of Life Advisory Board and currently is on the Leisure Services Advisory Board, as well as serving as the vice chairman for the Board of Adjustment and Appeals. Nave said he initially decided to get involved at the city level because he’d rather take initiative instead of complaining when decisions he disagrees with are made. It’s a viewpoint he still carries today. “If I’m not willing to do it, how can I complain about them doing what they do?” Nave said. “If we keep electing the same type of people, then complaining about the people we elect, well, it’s time for differ-
think this is the ultimate way to serve.” LORI TOLLAND
ent kinds of people to get involved in politics, and that’s me.” Nave decided to run again because during his time of city boards, he saw projects come through that he didn’t think were fiscally responsible. If elected, he hopes to be conservative in his actions as well as “add a nonpolitical voice” to the board with his background as an electrical engineer and longtime business owner. “I’m not going to pretend I’m going to be able to do miracles,” Nave said. “Everybody thinks they’re going to go in and be able to turn the city around, and do this and do that. I’ve been in there long enough to know that all I can do is help push us in the right direction, and that’s what I hope to do.” Briley filed for candidacy on Dec. 16, 2021. A real estate agent with Adams Cameron and Co. Realtors, Briley is also a lifelong Ormond Beach resident. He has been involved at the city level for almost 35 years, 21 of which account for his time on the Ormond Beach Planning Board. Briley ran for Zone 4 in 2016 against Littleton, and though he lost, it was a close race. Littleton was elected with 52% of the vote. When Littleton announced he would be vying for a seat on the County Council, Briley said he saw it as an opportunity to
run for election again. As someone who has reviewed a lot of projects and developments in the city, he hopes to continue to ensure the city grows responsibly. “Number one, I want to make sure that Ormond continues to keep an eye on development and have smart development for what is left, and I want to make sure that when we do redevelop, it’s still within the taste or the flavor of Ormond Beach,” he said. Briley said he’s proud of the city’s low tax rate, recreational facilities, downtown district and numerous parks, and he’d like to see that preserved. He added that the city also benefits from its civically-engaged residents, and he’s looking forward to chatting with them and finding ways to work together to address concerns. “I want to work with those folks to help maintain and even enhance the quality of life that we enjoy,” Briley said.
“Number one, I want to make sure that Ormond continues to keep an eye on development and have smart development for what is left, and I want to make sure that when we do redevelop, it’s still within the taste or the flavor of Ormond Beach.” HAROLD BRILEY
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A fellow Planning Board member has also thrown her hat in the ring for the 2022 Ormond Beach elections. Lori Tolland filed for candidacy on Jan. 7, to run for the City Commission Zone 1 seat, held by incumbent Dwight Selby, who has not yet filed for re-election. Tolland, a resident of Ormond since 1989, has additionally served for over 20 years on the Leisure Services Advisory Board. Her decision to run for the City Commission, she said, is born out of her love for the city. “It easily comes back to the fact that Ormond Beach is my heart,” Tolland said. “I’ve raised my family here. We’ve called this place home for over 30 years, and really honestly, I wouldn’t want to live any other place. I love serving the community and I think this is the ultimate way to serve.” She is a registered nurse at East Coast Surgery Center, and said that her time on city boards, particularly the Planning Board, has helped her see how the city functions. Tolland said it’s taught her how to listen to people, be open-minded and use
sound judgement when making decisions. Tolland said that she was raised to understand that service is important. “My goal is just to continue to grow the community in a very viable and vibrant fashion,” Tolland said. The candidate qualifying period for the 2022 elections begins June 13 and runs through June 17. Incumbent Mayor Bill Partington and Zone 3 Commissioner Susan Persis have also filed, and as of Wednesday, Feb. 9, are running unopposed.
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Fire Chief Richard Sievers leaves a legacy of camaraderie Dave King will be interim chief. Sievers will return to Deerfield Beach and become its emergency manager. BRIAN MCMILLAN EXECUTIVE EDITOR
Fire Chief Richard Sievers will be leaving the city of Ormond Beach on Feb. 24 and returning to the city of Deerfield Beach, where he will be emergency manager. Having been at Ormond’s helm since 2018, Sievers’ departure prompts a handful of local promotions. City Manager Joyce Shanahan made the announcement at the conclusion of the Feb. 1 City Commission meeting. “We want to say thank you to Chief Sievers,” she said, noting that the Fire Department would be hosting an achievement ceremony for him on Feb. 21. Dave King, who had planned to retire as a battalion chief, will remain
as interim fire chief for the time being. Tom Bazanos was the deputy fire chief, and he is also retiring. Nathan Quartier, who was a battalion chief, was promoted to deputy chief to take Bazanos’ place. “I’m very grateful we’re able to promote from within,” Shanahan said. City commissioners also thanked the officers. “You’ve been wonderful for this department,” Commissioner Rob Littleton said to Sievers. “You really elevated our department to a new level,” Commissioner Dwight Selby added. “You got us on track with new fire engines and new equipment. You brought a spirit of camaraderie to the department that is really fantastic. You’re leaving very big shoes that will be hard for the city manager to fill.” Even though he’s sad Sievers will be leaving, Selby said he’s happy for “the younger guys” who have an opportunity to advance in their careers. “Chief, you brought the Fire
"You brought a spirit of camaraderie to the department that is really fantastic. You’re leaving very big shoes that will be hard for the city manager to fill."
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DWIGHT SELBY, city commissioner
Department a long way,” Commissioner Susan Persis said. “I know the guys are going to miss you. Thanks for making our city shine a little brighter.” Mayor Bill Partington added a personal story. His childhood home caught fire many years ago, while his father was still living there. According to King in an interview after the meeting, when some roof work was done, the roofer started to smell gas, but he couldn’t find where it was coming from. Later, a spark ignited in the attic and “blew the roof off.” Officers reported hearing the “boom” a mile away, Quartier recalled. Roofers were in the driveway when it happened. At the Feb. 1 meeting, Partington added his praise for Sievers and the
Tom Bazanos, Dave King, Richard Sievers and Nathan Quartier.
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department. “You’ve done an amazing job for our city,” he said. “Police and fire — you never know when you’re going to need them, but they stand at the ready 24/7. The day my childhood home exploded and burned, Dave King was there. I was so impressed with his professionalism, his strength, the way he directed the team, to save as much of the home as they could. It made an impact on me.” Partington also pointed out that Quartier was the one who responded when Partington had been in a car accident that totaled his vehicle. “The whole Fire Department came and took care of everyone. These are things you would never think would happen to you.” To conclude, Partington addressed Sievers, saying, “Chief, since you’ve been there, you’ve been an amazing positive force. Everybody loves you. We hate to see you go, though we’re excited for you, to move closer to where your family is. “The way you treated everyone in your department — they loved you, was the impression I got. That’s a wonderful legacy to leave behind.” Sievers came to Ormond Beach with with almost 40 years of experience, having started working at the city of Lauderhill in 1979 at 19 years old. He worked his way up the ladder through the assistant fire chief position before he retired in 1999 and joined the Lauderdale Lakes Fire Rescue Department as its new fire chief. Following that, he served as the fire chief for the Broward Sheriff’s Office, moving from being in charge of the Fort Lauderdale International Airport, to Lauderdale-ByThe-Sea, to Cooper City and finally Deerfield Beach.
BACKPACK BRAWL 8:47 p.m. — First block of South Beach Street Disorderly intoxication. Police arrested a 32-year-old man who initiated a physical fight in a city park over a mistaken backpack. According to his arrest report, the man thought someone was stealing his backpack and started the fight by elbowing the victim and attempting to kick him in his groin. The 60-year-old victim defended himself and pinned the man to the ground until help arrived. The man was issued a trespass warning for the park.
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SHRIMP ‘TALES’ 10:10 p.m. — 500 block of North Nova Road DUI. A 31-year-old Ormond Beach woman claimed she had passed out in her car because she was exhausted, though officers quickly took note of the “fruity smell” on her breath that they determined was consistent with an alcoholic beverage. The woman claimed she had only one drink that night — a smoothie with tequila — and that she had not finished it. She agreed to participate in a series of field sobriety exercises, all of which she failed. The woman was detained, and as she was searched, police found two shrimp tails in her jacket pocket. She was taken to jail.
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TRESPASSED 6:40 p.m. — 500 block of Collins Street Trespassing. Two men were arrested after they were found inside a home’s shed; one of them was eating food and the other was crouched down coloring in a book, according to their arrest reports. The property owner told police she had never met either of the men. She wished to press charges. Both men were taken to jail.
TRIBUTES AnnaJane Teal Gutwein 1932-2021 AnnaJane Teal Gutwein (nee Ritchie), 88, of Ormond Beach, FL passed away on October 28, 2021. She was buried between her two sons in Union Cemetery, Crystal Lake, IL at a private ceremony. AnnaJane was born November 27, 1932 at Lying Inn Hospital, Chicago, IL to Mildred Yarnell and George Elliott Ritchie whose ancestors in 1689 came to Philadelphia, PA with William Penn on the “Ye Good Ship Welcome”. She enjoyed a successful career and owned numerous beauty salons in Illinois and Florida spanning decades. AnnaJane was very active in numerous social / service organizations including: as a 50 year member in Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) – she served as a former Regent & Treasurer for Captain James Ormond Chapter; a 47 year member in Daughters of the American Colonists (DAC) – she was a former Regent & Vice Regent Daytona Beach Chapter; the Ormond Beach Women’s Club – past president; the Benevolent & Protective Order of the Elks Lodge; Women of the Moose; Ormond Beach Historical Trust; Museum of Arts & Sciences & Guild; the Symphony Society; and the Republican Women’s Club. She was a life-long Episcopalian and member of St. James Episcopal Church,
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LETTERS Airport misinformation Dear Editor: To correct misinformation disseminated by airport runway extension proponents, emails obtained through the Freedom of Information Act dated May 20 to June 2 of 2021, clearly state the city’s intention to ultimately extend the runway 400 feet to the east. The FAA informed city not to address the 400 feet to east as it will directly prejudge the National Environmental Protection Act; if the 400-foot extension was addressed, they would have to stop their Supplemental Environmental Assessment and start over with a new EA showing the entire 1000 foot extension — 600 feet west and 400 feet east.
City had stated their urgency for the 600 feet to the west, so told FAA they put the 400 feet east in future “ultimate” plans as well as how glad they are to be moving forward with the SEA. Other documents clearly show the 600-foot extension to the west will accomplish the purpose of accommodating larger, heavier aircraft and jets, touting a dubious potential economic benefit from “corporate jets that are larger and faster so they require more fuel which increases spending at the airport.” The city’s rationales for expanding the airport are full of contradictions, revealed in the documents we have obtained. The airport continues to pile up an enormous debt to the general fund with no reimbursements since 2015, contrary to FAA written guidelines requiring airports to be “as economically
I support the extension
self-sustaining as possible.” For reference: Go to city’s website and click on the 2015 Airport Master Plan. Keep reading, not only what I pointed out below. Page 6-13, paragraph 1: Currently both runways accommodate all of the based aircraft at airport and most of the itinerant aircraft using the airport with little or no operational restrictions, for example, take-off weight restriction. Go to the Environmental Report, page 7 of 55: Reliever airports like Ormond Beach who receive or anticipate regular usage by airplanes over 12,500 pounds should provide a runway length to support those users. There is documented need expressed by aircraft users to operate more capable airplanes on a frequent basis.
Dear Editor: I write to support the planned extension of the east-west runway. I have lived in Ormond Beach for more than 50 years and based and flew out of our airport for more than 30 years. The planned extension will enhance safety and will make the airport more attractive to businesses. I feel that Mayor Partington and the City Commission have acted responsively to our cities needs. JAMES G. WHITE Ormond Beach
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FUNDS FOR BREAST CANCER AWARENESS Tanger Outlets management recently announced it contributed over $1,000 to the Halifax Health Foundation in support of breast cancer awareness, thanks to proceeds from the 2021 Tanger Pink campaign.
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DAR CELEBRATES ESSAY CONTEST WINNERS The Capt. James Ormond Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution honored five local student essay contest winners at its January meeting.
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Olivia Dimayuga, fifth grade first place, Tomoka Elementary School Students in fifth through eighth grade were asked to ask an essay based on imagining the loss of a brother in World War I, whose remains were never recovered, and what it would have meant to attend the dedication of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in 1921. High School students were asked to write an essay based on the selection of a figure who played a role in the American Revolution and how they influenced the course of the Revolution.
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Society of Women Engineers beach cleanup.
EMBRY-RIDDLE SOCIETY OF WOMEN ENGINEERS HOSTS BEACH CLEANUP On Saturday, Jan. 29, members of the Embry-Riddle Society of Women Engineers ventured into the unusually cold weather to clean trash off the beach south of the Daytona Beach pier. One of many outreach projects that the group does on a regular basis, the event successfully cleared the section of beach of all litter. The event was also attended by a mem-
ber each of Local Cub Scout Troop 327 and Girl Scout Troop 371. The Society of Women Engineers is a national organization dedicated to the equal opportunity of women in the engineering workplace. The local Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University chapter promotes these ideals at the collegiate level, and offers numerous outreach events for girls of younger ages as well.
The next such outreach event for younger girls will be on Feb. 26. The event is an Introduce a Girl to Engineering Workshop. This annual event will be virtual this year, and is for third- to fifth-grade girls in Volusia County. The event is limited to the first 150 participants. Visit www. igew.org to view more information and to register for IGEW 2022.
The Knights of Columbus Prince of Peace Council 8791’s Wine and Dine raffle held on Jan. 30 generated four winners: Bill Speno, who won five $100 dinner gift certificates; Roy Rearden, who won two $100 dinner gift certificates; Roger C. Butlet, who won one $100 dinner gift certificate; and GG Galloway, who won two tickets to all six Knights’ Lenten Friday Fish Dinners. According to an announcement, the Knights gave away gift certificates to eight local upscale casual restaurants to support local businesses this year. The profits from the annual raffle will support the charitable activities of the Knights in the parish and the community.
BRIAN KELLEY’S COMING TO TOWN Tickets are now on sale for Ormond Beach native Brian Kelley’s performance at the Daytona Beach Oceanfront Bandshell at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 21. Kelley is a member of country music duo Florida Georgia Line. His show is part of the “Live! At the Bandshell” series. Kelley recently made his solo debut with his 2021 album, “Sunshine State of Mind.” On Sunday, Feb. 6, the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum announced a new exhibition exploring the music and career of Florida Georgia Line, which traces Kelley’s friendship with his musical counterpart Tyler Hubbard. It will be on display in the Nashville, Tennessee museum through Jan. 1, 2023. Tickets to Kelley’s show at the bandshell cost between $19 and $94. Buy them at ticketmaster.com or between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. on weekdays at the Peabody Box Office located at 600 Auditorium Blvd.
CORRECTION Paul Shuler, who competed in the Jan. 29 Panther Prowl 5K, was among the top finishers of the race. His name was skipped on the published list of the top 10 finishers of the school event in our Feb. 3 edition. Shuler placed ninth, with a time of 21:38.
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Walk the chalk Nikki Brown is the winner of the chalk art competition with her image The Art of Vision.
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Eighth-annual arts festival a local success MICHELE MEYERS CONTRIBUTING WRITER
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he eighth-annual Granada Grand Festival of the Arts returned with a flourish on Saturday, Feb. 5. Droves of people gathered along New Britain Avenue, located just behind the downtown row of restaurants: 63 Sovereign, Grind Gastropub and Kona Tiki Bar, Rose Villa and 31 Supper Club, where vendor tents and artists’ booths lined the street. Attendees had the chance to peruse crafters’ wares, immerse themselves in art or grab a bite from the Ormond Garage as live music from the Adam Kornecki Jazz Trio drifted throughout the event. Ormond Beach MainStreet and the Ormond Beach Arts District collaboratively host the annual event, which is crucial for the artistic and cultural enrichment of the community and the city’s downtown area. Volunteers Christina Cassidy, Sam Walter and Bob Truilo greeted visi-
tors as they walked up to the information booth. “The turnout has been phenomenal despite the weather,” Truilo said. “All the vendors showed up. All the people have been arriving like wild fire, all day long. If you look down the street, it’s completely jammed.” This is the first year the organizers held a juried art show. Ormond Beach Arts District Board of Directors president Judith Stein was one of the judges. “I usually volunteer at all the events,” she said. “This year I staffed the information booth and I was also a judge. I’ve never been a judge before. It was really fun. We got to talk to the artists. All the artists agreed on the chosen winners.” Artist Mary Wentzel took first place in the art show. Twenty-six watercolor and acrylic ink paintings were on display in her booth. After she lost her job at the Ponce Inlet lighthouse as the programs manager due to the pandemic, she was able to focus on her art. She has since writ-
Chalk artist Rachel Gancitano has been competing for 12 years but this is her first time doing so at the Granada Grand Festival of the Arts.
“The turnout has been phenomenal despite the weather. All the vendors showed up. All the people have been arriving like wild fire, all day long. If you look down the street, it’s completely jammed.” Ormond Beach MainStreet and Ormond Beach Arts District volunteers: Christina Cassidy, Sam Walter and Bob Truilo, greet people as they arrive
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Watercolor and acrylic ink artist Mary Wentzel wins the juried art show
ten a children’s book, “Crazy’s A to Z for Kids,” and has had one painting chosen for the ArtFields Exhibition in Lake City, South Carolina this spring. “I’m at the right place where I should be right now,” she said. “I feel really lucky. The minute I found out I was going to lose my job, I just started working on my art a lot.” Next to the children’s art wall, ArtHaus of Port Orange was hosting a live chalk art competition where five artists were busy creating their pieces on the sidewalk. Cameron Vintson, executive director of ArtHaus, explained that ordinarily there is usually a passel of artists, but the Omicron variant had taken some of them out of action, forcing her to
try her hand at chalk art. “I ended up having to chalk art today which I’ve never done,” she said. “I have a whole new respect for my artists. I’m going to see if I can get massages for them all every time I ask them to do this.” ArtHaus has been in operation as a children’s charity for 25 years. They provide art therapy and enrichment for underprivileged, at-risk and special needs youth in Volusia County. “Thanks in big part to Ormond Beach MainStreet,” Vintson said. “They asked us to come in and do this. They did the legwork and got our sponsors which is a huge relief to me because we are so busy. We’re just hoping to do our sponsors proud by putting out some really cool work.”
GRANADA GRAND JURIED ART SHOW WINNERS AND CHALK ART WINNER Nichole Ingerto serves David Taylor and Imani Bell food at the Ormond Garage tent.
1st place: Mary Wentzel, watercolor and acrylic ink paintings 2nd place: Elzbieta Weron, art photography 3rd place: Joseph Huynh-Janicek, acrylic paintings Best in Show: Dan Burleigh Phillips, watercolor paintings Chalk art winner: Nikki Brown, The Art of Vision
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Music matters DSC music production technology student Julien Collins finds his tune JARLEENE ALMENAS ASSOCIATE EDITOR
As a kid, Julien Collins recalls watching his brother produce music on their Mac desktop. Like many younger siblings, Collins was intrigued and excited by what his brother did, and would often be spotted peeking around the corner trying to see what his brother would come up with next. Now at 22, Collins is producing his own beats, and recently released a hip hop EP consisting of seven tracks
titled “Weird Kid.” Why the name? It’s a way for the Ormond Beach resident to express that it’s OK to be considered “weird.” “It always stuck with me because when people — bullies or whatever — would call you that, they use it in a negative connotation, but to me that’s something positive,” Collins said. “There’s a lot of people who are too afraid to express themselves, in whatever manner they think. So I took that negative connotation and made it positive.” But he wouldn’t be where he is today without Daytona State College’s music production technology program, an avenue he didn’t know existed until he was already in college pursuing a psychology degree.
A WAY TO VENT
Music has always been a passion for Collins, even while he was a student at Flagler Palm Coast High School. He used to record songs in a small room in the library. “It was a great way to vent, you know?” he said. “Because a lot of people in my life, everyone is usually going through stuff so it’s hard to get certain feelings out, so that was like my way of expressing those feelings. I’ve been through a lot, so being able to express those, it’s vital, to everybody.” Years later, during his freshman year of college at the DSC campus in Palm Coast, one of his professors caught wind of his love for music and told him of the school’s music production technology major. Collins was taken aback — he didn’t know that was option. He always figured producing music was something you learned and did on your own. “If I would have known that my freshman year of high school, I would have taken school way more serious, because it would have been something I actually liked,” Collins said. “I know so many kids who make music and do all this stuff who aren’t aware of this, and it’s like a waste of potential to not know about that.” So he took a semester off, moved to Ormond Beach and got to work. MUSIC CHANGED HIM
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Julien Collins, 22, is one of the students enrolled in DSC’s music production technology major.
His advice to people wanting to produce music? Keep going and don’t give up. Inspired by his mother, brother and his professor, Christopher Velazco, whom Collins said is always trying to open new doors for him, Collins said he hopes to continue working on his music. Next year, he will serve as the president for DSC’s music industry club. As he gets older, and has produced music with his brother, it’s given him a chance to reflect on the experiences he’s lived through. “You start becoming aware of things around you, so you look inside and all that internalization that you didn’t know how to express hits you,” Collins said. “Making music was fun at first, but it really turned into something that changed my life, and made me a better person.” Listen to “Weird Kid” at https:// soundcloud.com/thatboyjules
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ERNIE HAASE AND SIGNATURE SOUND When: 7 p.m. Where: Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center, 399 N. US. 1 Details: Southern Gospel quarter singing group Ernie Haase and Signature Sound has been nominated for a 2021 Grammy Award. Tickets start at $20. The PAC’s box office is open Tuesday-Friday from noon to 5 p.m. Tickets can also be purchased online at ormondbeach.org/PAC
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‘GENEALOGY IN THE LIBRARY’ PROGRAM When: 1-4 p.m. Where: Meeting Room 3 of the Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St. Details: Join Halifax Genealogical Society volunteers for this free, one-on-one research assistance program. To register, contact halifaxgensociety@gmail.com LOW-COST PET SHOT CLINIC When: 2:30-4 p.m. Where: Astro Skate and Shake, 251 N. US 1 Details: Get your pet vaccinated at a lower cost. Rabies shots will cost $5 for 1-year vaccinations. Other shots offered include dog distemper/ parvo combo, dog flu, cat distemper combo, feline leukemia and more. Heartworm prevention and flea control products will be available for purchase. All vaccinations are administered with a licensed veterinarian. Cash only for shots; cards accepted for product purchase. No appointment needed. Clinic is open to everyone. Proceeds benefit abused animals. Call or text 7488993 or visit spcavolusia.org MINUTE BY MINUTE, DOOBIE BROTHERS TRIBUTE When: 7:30 p.m. Where: Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center, 399 N. US. 1 Details: See The Doobie Brothers tribute by a group of talented veteran musicians. The Doobie Broth-
ers’ music has developed through distinct phases, with early 70s hits like “China Grove” giving way to the soulful and sophisticated material of the late 70s when Michael McDonald’s vocals defined the band’s sound. This eight-piece live show was created with the goal to capture every nuance of a live Doobie Brothers performance. Tickets cost $30 in advance; $35 at the door. The PAC’s box office is open Tuesday-Friday from noon to 5 p.m. Tickets can also be purchased online at ormondbeach.org/PAC
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MOTOWN SALUTE: TEMPTATIONS, DRIFTERS, COASTERS When: 7 p.m. Where: Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center, 399 N. US. 1 Details: Celebrate Valentine’s Day with this “Motown Salute,” featuring Last Original Stars lead singer Myles Savage and the Drifters lead singer Ramon Noble. Tickets start at $50. The PAC’s box office is open Tuesday-Friday from noon to 5 p.m. Tickets can also be purchased online at ormondbeach.org/PAC
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REEL IN THE FUN KIDS’ FISHING TOURNAMENT When: 8-11 a.m. Where: Central Park, 601 Fleming Ave. Details: Free catch and release kids’ fishing tournament. The deadline to register is Feb. 16. Open to city residents only and those 4-12 years old. Call 676-3250.
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Troop 468 celebrated three new Eagle Scouts at a Jan. 28 Court of Honor, the first under Scoutmaster Dennis Kirschbaum. One of the new Eagle Scouts, Rex Bianchi, was away at college for the ceremony. For his project, he sanded and painted signs at Seabreeze High School. “After spending my high school years there, I wanted to give back to the campus and faculty,” he said via text message. At the ceremony, at First United Methodist Church of Ormond Beach, Joshua Birkedal and Blake Harrell were awarded their Eagle Scout badges, which fewer than 1% of scouts achieve. To begin, each scout brought his family up front and was read the scout charge. Each was presented with an Eagle kit equipped with an Eagle Mentor’s badge. Kirschbaum recalled getting to know Harrell. “Blake Har-
Blake Harrell and his family.
rell made it easy to remember his name by coloring his hair a different color every week,” Kirschbaum said. “He has always been a lot of fun, and I’ve seen him grow. When I first met him, he would’ve never talked at that microphone.” For his project, Harrell chose to restore the benches at Camp Winona. He has been working to obtain his Eagle badge since 2016. The paperwork and time management were a challenge for him, but he was motivated by his peers and the new skills he learned as a member of Boy Scouts. He said he feels excited for this achievement and considers it to be not the end of his journey, but the beginning. Kirschbaum described Birkedal as “a go-getter that was able to achieve the rank
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of eagle scout by just the age of 13.” For his project, Birkedal visited his preschool and spotted a ramp leading to the slides and the playground. The owner paints it every year, and Birkedal wanted to restore it as his Eagle project. He also cleaned all of the toys and houses. Birkedal has been working on obtaining his Eagle for three years. He debated between Boy Scouts or sports and other activities, but due to the friendships and family he has made, he doesn’t regret staying, he said. He feels proud that he has accomplished such a high achievement and has made it to this finishing point. Boy Scouts can earn up to 137 different badges showcasing varying skills and achievements. On Jan. 28, Troop members were awarded a total of 63 badges. Each scout described the favorite badge they have earned and why.
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The next level Academic and athletic excellence Five Seabreeze football players move on to college MICHELE MEYERS CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Shrouded in secrecy on the Seabreeze auditorium stage, Mac Chiumento, his dad Michael, mom Cathy and two siblings, Carson and Camryn, were cloaked in nondescript attire as the punter/kicker made his college announcement. Hats were perched in front of him from his top schools: Alabama, Florida and Florida State. As he reached for the black hat with the Seminole Indian prominently displayed, the crowd broke out into the FSU war chant. Chiumento will be a preferred walk-on with the Seminoles. Joining him on stage on National Signing Day, Feb. 2, were four Seabreeze teammates who will also continue their football careers in college. Linebacker Jeremy WestPirtle signed with North Carolina Central. Defensive back Chris Lewis is heading to Division II Northwest Mis-
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REBIRTH OF JANIKOWSKI? Mac Chiumento’s favorite memory as a Sandcrab happened last season. He was executing warm-up kicks during halftime at an away game. Seabreeze was up 40-plus points. As he kept backing up and got to 55 or 60 yards from the goalposts, fans seated in the opponent’s stands began to applaud every time he made a field goal. They began yelling at him to back up. “The announcer starts talking, “and
now, the rebirth of (former Seabreeze and NFL kicker Sebastian) Janikowski,” he said. “I drained it right down the middle and they all stood up and started clapping. Everyone started going nuts. It was so cool. I’m going to remember that for the rest of my life.” Before he graduates on June 9, Chiumento is taking a two-month hiatus from kicking and switching gears to focus on tennis. This season, he is seeded No. 1 on the
Seabreeze team, and after being beaten in an early practice match, decided to get serious about it. He has already started four-hour practices and won every match since. “I wouldn’t say it’s a physical break, playing tennis, but it’s definitely a mental break from kicking the ball,” he said. “I enjoy tennis. My goal is to go to states. If I wasn’t going for punting, I’d be going for tennis.”
Cathy, Carson, Mac, Camryn and Michael Chiumento III at Signing Day in the Seabreeze High School auditorium.
souri State. Offensive lineman Alexander Hilliard signed with St. Andrews University, and linebacker Dante Jones will be attending Briar Cliff University. Chiumento’s announcement, however, had the most impact on the crowd. “Mac comes to work every day, not with a kicker’s mentality but with a player’s mentality who will do anything and everything he can to help us be the best that we can possibly be,” said Seabreeze wide receivers coach Mark Lewis on stage. “You are a wonderful SEE SEABREEZE PAGE 17
Mainland’s Wilson: first flag football scholarship Nine Buccaneer athletes, including seven football players, signed with colleges. MICHELE MEYERS CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Tears glistened in Alexa Wilson’s eyes and her voice wavered as she began to read her college announcement speech. Friends and family encouraged her as she attempted to compose herself on stage in the Mainland auditorium. She passed the sheet of paper to her father, Scott Wilson, so he could finish reading it. “Hi. I’m Alexa’s father,” he said as he began to read his daughter’s speech. “‘Last but SEE WILSON PAGE 18
SIDE LINES Seabreeze boys basketball team avoids winless season In recent games, Seabreeze boys basketball coach Pepper Johnson noticed something. His young team was starting to figure things out. After finishing the regular season with a 0-18 record, including four losses by five points or less, the Sandcrabs finally put it all together with a 46-45 victory over Matanzas in a District 4-5A tournament game on Feb. 8 at the Seabreeze gym. “We finally won one,” Johnson exclaimed. “It was a wonderful, wonderful game.” After Matanzas went up 45-44 with 17 seconds left, Lorenzo Coltelli found Cole Long in the lane. Long hit a layup with 7.5 seconds left and was fouled. He missed the free throw, and the Pirates brought the ball up past halfcourt with 3.5 seconds left and called timeout. Pirates point guard Tariq Shakir drove the lane but missed the shot as time ran out. “We’ve been fighting all year, trying to put a full game together,” Johnson said. “I’m so proud of them. They stuck together all year long, never doubted each other. We finally put one together at the right time. “Aidan Bailey did a good job rebounding. I think we controlled the boards tonight. ” The Sandcrabs, who are hosting the tournament, earned the opportunity to play another game in their home gym on Feb. 9 against cross-town rival Mainland. The Sandcrabs and Bucs had not met in a boys basketball game since the 2019-2020 season.
Soccer playoffs Seabreeze’s girls and boys soccer teams both hit the road for the regional quarterfinals after both fell to Orlando Bishop Moore in the district finals. The Bishop Moore girls team, which is ranked fourth in the state among all classifications and first in Class 4A, defeated the Sandcrabs 3-0 on Feb. 2. Seabreeze had won six straight entering the contest, outscoring its opponents 35-2. The Sandcrabs (13-5) were scheduled to play at Satellite in the Region 2-4A quarterfinals on Feb. 8. Seabreeze scored 63 goals in the regular season with Brianna Chesley leading with 20 goals and Emily Myers scoring 15. The Seabreeze boys team fell to 9-6-1 with its 4-0 loss to Bishop Moore. The Hornets scored three goals in the second half to run away with the district title. Seabreeze was also scheduled to travel to Satellite for a regional quarterfinal on Feb. 9. Unlike the high-scoring Seabreeze girls team, the boys scored 27 goals in 16 games, but they allowed only 21 goals with goalkeepers Andrew Cole and Aidan Denison combining for seven clean sheets.
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Buccaneer Alexa Wilson, family and friends laugh after her father Scott Wilson read her college announcement speech on National Signing Day.
MAINLAND SIGNEES
Mainland’s Jared “Bird” Lloyd announces he will be attending Missouri State University to play football.
Mainland football player Kenton Rickerson (center) announces he will be playing ball at Highland Community College.
Hailee Brennen, basketball: Daytona State College, NJCAA Division I Jonathan Campbell, football: North Carolina A&T, NCAA Division I FCS Kalyb Evans, football: Northwest Missouri State, NCAA Division II Devin Franklin, football: St. Thomas University, NCAA Division I FCS Jared Lloyd, football: Missouri State University, NCAA Division I FCS Isaiah Morrison, football: Albany State University, NCAA Division II Jordan Porter, football: Wayne State College, NCAA Division II Kenton Rickerson, football: Highland Community College, NJCAA Division I Alexa Wilson, flag football: Thomas University, NAIA Division I
Seabreeze hosted the Five Star Conference wrestling tournament Feb. 5 and finished in sixth place, while Mainland was seventh. Flagler Palm Coast dominated the tournament with eight championships among the 14 weight classes. Seabreeze had two runners-up: Joseph Kent at 132 pounds and Pedro Sierra Bonilla at 220. Seabreeze’s William Sites (106 pounds) and Mainland’s Kaden Golder (126) placed third. Seabreeze’s River Gray (113) and Mainland’s Brian Harris (132), Desaniel Rodriguez Andin (138), Sam Ayodele (145) and Kalyb Evans (170) placed fourth.
Mainland girls second at Clay Rotary Mainland’s girls team finished second at the inaugural Clay Rotary girls wrestling tournament. Abby Couillard (100) and Jah’Mya Hill (155) were runners-up. Cheyenne Wigley (235) placed third, and Trinya Tillman (170) and Eva Rojas (190) placed fourth.
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District champs Buccaneers girls basketball team dominate playoffs MICHELE MEYERS CONTRIBUTING WRITER
The Mainland girls basketball team ran away with the District championship title after back-to-back playoff wins Feb. 2 and 4 at the Vince Carter Athletic Center. The tournament began as Seabreeze beat Matanzas 39-36 to move on to the 5A District 4 semifinals and play Mainland who had a bye. The Sandcrabs finished off 10-12 for the season as Buccaneers came in with a season record of 11-9. Mainland center Hailee Brennen and forward Lauren Stewart scored 11 points each, while Seabreeze guard Sarah Randolph finished with 7. The Bucs crushed the ’Crabs with a 62-12 win.
Seabreeze’s shooting guard Mckenna Mangus has played basketball her “whole life.” She will be graduating this year and walked away from her last game knowing she gave it her all on the court. “I tried to do whatever I could because it was my last game,” she said. “I wanted to go out with a bang, but I knew Mainland was going to be tough. I’m sad to leave my teammates but off to better adventures now. I wish them the best luck.” Prior to the Deltona Wolves’ (1610) 37-31 win against the Menendez Falcons (14-11) to determine who would move on to the District finals, Mainland’s point guard Tia Dobson commented on the potential outcome. “It doesn’t really matter who we end up playing,” she said. “We are going to be district champs.” Head coach Brandon Stewart stressed to his team to focus on
“I try to tell the girls that it’s Mainland versus Mainland. Not disrespecting any other team but understanding that we have to look in the mirror and play our game.” BRANDON STEWART, Mainland girls basketball coach
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Mainland point guard Tia Dobson goes up for the shot against Seabreeze’s Ocean Summers as Camryn Campbell watches.
Mainland, what they do well and not be overwhelmed with the team they would be playing. “I try to tell the girls that it’s Mainland versus Mainland,” he said. “Not disrespecting any other team but understanding that we have to look in the mirror and play our game.” Mainland soundly beat Deltona 57-29 to capture the district crown and a berth in the 5A Regional quarterfinals Feb. 10. Their first game will be against the Arnold Marlins (20-3) of Panama City Beach.
Fast break for Buccaneer Rayn Lord in the District playoff game against Seabreeze High School.
Buccaneer Samantha Lecas (30) with the rebound as Konstantina Koulouris (21) attempts to block her.
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In 2019, Seabreeze head coach Pat Brown nicknamed Chris Lewis, “Baby T.O.,” recalling former NFL star Terrell Owens. Lewis came in at 140 pounds, dedicated himself to the weight room and now tips the scales at 193 pounds. Assistant coach Michael Jackson said he’s heard comments about West-Pirtle not being strong enough, big enough or fast enough to play college football. He has always responded with an increased dedication to the sport and
determination to play college football, Jackson said. West-Pirtle will play on the Division I FCS level at N.C. Central. He was the Sandcrabs’ defensive player of the year after wrapping up his senior season with 90 tackles, 12.5 sacks and two forced fumbles. Dante Jones, who transferred from Mainland last June, is currently training with the Sandcrabs’ track and field team where he is competes in discus and shot put. Briar Cliff, in Sioux City, Iowa, is an NAIA school. The 6-foot, 340-pound Alexander Hilliard is known for his lifting prowess in the weight room and laying out defensive linemen in the game. St. Andrews is also an NAIA school.
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Wilson: first Mainland student to play flag football in college CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11
not least, I’ve already thanked you for being a parent. Now I’d like to thank you for being my coach and pushing me to be the best that I can be.’ Dang. I’m about to cry. ‘Because of you, I’m going to be good for life because you’re not just a flag football coach but a life coach and I love you for that.’” Wilson stood up and revealed she was wearing a Thomas University T-shirt where she will be playing flag football for the Night Hawks. According to the university’s website, Thomas became the sixth school in The Sun Conference to add the sport and only the second in Georgia. The college’s inaugural NAIA flag football season
begins this spring. Mainland athletic director Terrence Anthony and Scott Wilson, the Bucs’ former head football coach, started the Mainland’s flag football program together 12 years ago. Alexa Wilson has been on every athletic field at Mainland since she could walk and will be wrapping up her senior year as a three-sport athlete in volleyball, soccer and flag football. She is the first student at Mainland High School to earn a scholarship to play flag football. Coach Travis Roland, who had seven football players sign college football scholarships on the day, reminded everyone that the co-mission of the Mainland football staff is to help players focus on aca-
Mainland’s Hailee Brennen announces she will play basketball at Daytona State College.
Mainland football player Jonathan Campbell announces he will be attending North Carolina A&T.
demics, staying in school and graduating. After this year’s Signing Day, the total number of football players to have signed scholarships since 2002 has increased to 92. “Don’t put all your faith
Mainland’s Jonathan Campbell announces he will be attending North Carolina A&T to play football.
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Five-bedroom pool homes tops the sales list at $1.35 million
Pass to John and Wilma Graham, of Ormond Beach, for $325,000. Built in 1997, the house is a 3/2.5 and has 1,909 square feet.
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Scott and Kelly Zuppke, of Kissimmee, sold 54 Ocean Crest Drive to Brian and Erin Teeters, of Ormond Beach, for $412,900. Built in 1978, the house is a 3/2.5 and has a fireplace and 1,416 square feet. It sold in 2017 for $274,000.
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$360,000. Built in 1978, the house is a 3/2 and has a fireplace and 2,006 square feet.
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Shirley and Sam Cavaretta sold 12 Boxwood Court to HPA III Acquisitions 1 LLC, of Chicago, for $415,000. Built in 1979, the house is a 5/3 and has a swimming pool and 2,252 square feet. Alton and Mara Badger, of Ormond Beach, sold 262 S. Orchard St. to Canisteo Valley Rentals LLC, of Canisteo, New York, for $387,500. Built in 1966, the house is a 4/2 and has a fireplace, separate apartment and 1,884 square feet.
Tracy Felix, of Ormond Beach, sold 640 N. Nova Road, Unit 318, to Tina Owens and Sara Buzzard, of Ormond Beach, for $146,000. Built in 1976, the condo is a 2/2 and has 932 square feet. It sold in May for $121,000.
Janine Papavero and Gregory Goeri, individually and as trustees, sold 66 Broadmoor Circle to Silvia Postel and Christopher Bonhote, of Ormond Beach, for $230,000. Built in 1975, the house is a 2/2 and has 1,288 square feet.
Breakaway Trails Richard Brown, of Ormond Beach, sold 92 Deep Woods Way to Thomas and Debra Lyster, of Ormond Beach, for $618,000. Built in 2005, the house is a 4/3.5 and has a fireplace, swimming pool and 2,974 square feet.
Joan Mead, of Ormond Beach, sold 596 N. Nova Road, Unit 309, to Valerie Zielenski, of Gloucester, Virginia, for $215,000. Built in 1986, the house is a 2/2 and has a fireplace and 1,312 square feet.
Arthur Jones, as representative, sold 848 N. Halifax Drive to Jeanine Venables, of Ormond Beach, for $375,000. Built in 1964, the house is a 3/2 and has 1,790 square feet. OP SPE TPA1 LLC, of Chandler, Arizona, sold 6 Forest Oak Drive to Ebony Scott, of Ormond Beach, for
Ormond Beach, for $184,200. Built in 1988, the condo is a 2/2 and has 1,239 square feet. It sold in 2015 for $80,000.
Murshid Abdel-Latif, of Morgantown, West Virginia, sold 915 Ocean Shore Blvd., Unit 0301, to Steven and Gail Herrington, of Quincy, Illinois, for $349,000. Built in 1972, the condo is a 2/2 and has 1,175 square feet. It sold in 2016 for $215,000.
Daniel Vera and Camila Cuevas, of Flagler Beach, sold 340 Sitka Court to Karrie Johnson and Ricard Catalan-Senra, of Ormond Beach, for $437,000. Built in 2005, the house is a 3/2 and has 1,807 square feet. It sold in 2017 for $270,000.
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Halifax Plantation John and Elaine Janosko sold 3131 Kailani Court to Joseph Zaleski, of Ormond Beach, for $299,990. Built in 2002, the house is a 3/2 and has 1,684 square feet.
Cromwell Co. LLC, of Ormond Beach, sold 145 Hand Ave. to Mark Lukasik, of Ormond Beach, for $195,000. Built in 1959, the house is a 2/1.5 and has 952 square feet. It sold in 2016 for $75,000.
Northbrook Sandra Rivera, of Ormond Beach, sold 1107 Overbrook Drive to Jeremiah Detablan and Briley Barrett, of Daytona Beach, for $350,000. Built in 1980, the house is a 3/2 and has a fireplace, swimming pool and
Leanora Bassett sold 240 Orange Grove Drive, Unit B, to Tina Gill, of
1,353 square feet. It sold in 2011 for $90,000. Ormond Terrace Lizy Verhees sold 450 Mcintosh Road to Christina Sorrels, of Ormond Beach, for $212,000. Built in 1956, the house is a 3/2 and has a fireplace and 1,736 square feet. Ormond Lakes Kerry Hayes sold 32 Lakebluff Drive to William and Ruth Bethea, and Mary Krausman, of Ormond Beach, for $565,000. Built in 1998, the house is a 4/3 and has 3,459 square feet.
OP SPE TPA1 LLC, of Chandler, Arizona, sold 129 Beau Rivage Drive to John Erickson, of Crestwood, Kentucky, for $385,000. Built in 1971, the house is a 3/2 and has 1,453 square feet. Anne Gelatka, individually and as trustee, sold 44 Capistrano Drive to MJAG Family Renovations LLC, of Sparta, New Jersey, for $349,900. Built in 1986, the house is a 2/2 and has a fireplace and 1,598 square feet. Paromita Tomerlin, of Flagler Beach, sold 8 Tarpon Ave. to Jorge and Lourdes Reig, of Frederick Maryland, for $340,000. Built in 1956, the house is a 2/2 and has a fireplace and 1,180 square feet. It sold in 2014 for $122,000.
Rebecca Dohrman, of Ormond Beach, sold 5 Timucuan Drive to Jason and Kelly Knight, of Ormond Beach, for $335,000. Built in 2005, the house is a 3/2 and has 1,569 square feet.
Jeffrey Clapacs and Eric Lorenzi, of South Daytona, sold 2700 Ocean Shore Blvd., Unit 314, to Gary and Cathy Garland, of St. Augustine, for $300,000. Built in 1986, the condo is a 2/2 and has 925 square feet. It sold in March for $193,000.
Plantation Bay Frances McNerney, individually and as trustee, sold 908 Brookridge Lane to Maureen and Marti Ford, of Ormond Beach, for $400,000. Built in 1997, the house is a 3/2 and has 1,935 square feet.
Benjamin and Melissa Tincher, of Port Orange, sold 50 Sunny Shores Drive to Steven Dare, of Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, for $280,000. Built in 1958, the house is a 2/1 and has 784 square feet. It sold in 2017 for $177,000.
Shadow Crossings David and Fleurette Romeo, of Ormond Beach, sold 8 Turkey Creek
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FLAGLER COUNTY LEGAL NOTICES FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No.: 2013-CA-000536 TD BANK, N.A., Plaintiff, v. MAURICE STERLING and DOROTHY TUCKER STERLING, f/k/a DOROTHY ANN TUCKER his wife; ALFRED R. TUCKER, JR., ELBERT F. TUCKER and DOROTHY TUCKER STERLING as Trustees of the MARY B. TUCKER DECLARATION OF TRUST date 2/16/93; and the UNKNOWN BENEFICIARIES OF THE MARY B. TUCKER DECLARATION OF TRUST dated 2/16/93, Defendants. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Clerk of the Circuit Court for Flagler County, Florida, under and pursuant to the Final Judgment of Foreclosure in favor of Plaintiff entered on the 22nd day of May, 2014, in that certain cause pending in the Circuit Court of the Seventh Judicial Circuit, in and for Flagler County, Florida, being Civil Action No. 2013-CA-000536, in which TD Bank, N.A. is the Plaintiff and the Maurice Sterling and Dorothy Tucker Sterling, f/k/a Dorothy Ann Tucker, Alfred R. Tucker, Jr., Elbert F. Tucker and Dorothy Tucker Sterling as Trustees of the Mary B. Tucker Declaration of Trust date 2/16/93 and the Unknown Beneficiaries of the Mary B. Tucker Declaration of Trust dated 2/16/92 are the Defendants, and pursuant to the Order Rescheduling Foreclosure Sale entered by the Court on December 27, 2021, will offer at public sale to the highest bidder for cash, on February 25, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. EST at Clerk of Circuit and County Court, Kim C. Hammond Justice Center, 1769 E. Moody Blvd., Bunnell, FL 32110, Bldg. 1, Jury Room on 1st Floor, the same being a legal sales day and the hour a legal hour of sale, the real and personal property situated in Flagler County, Florida and legally described as follows: PARCEL #1: Tract Three (3), Block Thirteen (13), Section Fifteen (15), Township Twelve (12) South, Range Twentynine (29) East, ST. JOHNS DEVELOPMENT COMPANY’S SUBDIVISION, also described as East One-Half (E1/2) of Southwest ¼ of Tax Parcel # 15-12-29-5550-001300030
PARCEL #2: Tracts 1 and 2 Block 11, Section 14, Township 12 South, Range 29 East. Parcel I.D. # 14-12-29-5550-00-1100010 Block 12, Section 14, Township 12 South, Range 29 East. Parcel I.D. #14-12-29-5550-001200000 Blocks 14 and 15, Section 15, Township 12 South, Range 29 East. Parcel I.D. #15-12-29-5550-001400000 All being in Flagler County, Florida. PARCEL #3: Tracts 1 and 2 Block 13, all of Block 16 lying in Section 15, Township 12 South, Range 29 East, Tracts 1 and 2 of Block 10, Section 14, Township 12 South, Range 29 East. All according to the Map of the ST. JOHNS DEVELOPMENT COMPANY’S SUBDIVISION, recorded in Map Book 1, Page 7 of the Public Records of Flagler County, Florida. Tax Parcel # 15-12-29-5550-00130-0010 and commonly known as County Road 305, Bunnell, FL 32110 (the “Property”). The Property aforesaid, together with all improvements, buildings, fixtures, tenements, hereditaments and appurtenances thereto belonging, or in anywise appertaining, is being sold to satisfy Plaintiff ’s claims under said Judgment. 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 within 60 days after the sale. DATED this 27th day of December, 2021. /s/ John M. Brennan, Jr. JOHN M. BRENNAN, JR. Florida Bar No. 0098456 Jack.Brennan@gray-robinson.com (Primary) Jessica.Rolon@gray-robinson.com (secondary) GRAY ROBINSON, P.A. 301 E. Pine Street, Suite 1400 (32801) Post Office Box 3068 Orlando, Florida 32802-3068 Telephone (407) 843-8880 Facsimile (407) 244-5690 Attorneys for Plaintiff, TD Bank, N.A. #46213030 V1 February 10, 17, 2022 22-00012G
FIRST INSERTION NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION CASE NO.: 2021-CP-000764 IN RE: ESTATE OF ROSEMARIE ANN LEONETTI CORBO Deceased. The administration of the estate of ROSEMARIE ANN LEONETTI CORBO, deceased, whose date of death was MARCH 19, 2021, is pending in the Circuit Court for FLAGLER County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1769 East Moody Boulevard., Bldg. #1, Bunnell, Florida 32110. 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. 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 February 10, 2022. Personal Representative: David St. Hilaire 2840 West Bay Drive #184. Belleair Bluffs, Florida 33770 dhilaire1@verizon.net Attorney for Personal Representative: Your Attorney Gretchen-Elizabeth, a P.A. Email Addresses: geyourattorney@yahoo.com Florida Bar No. 0093769 Post Office Box 443 Lithia, Florida 33547-0443 Telephone: (813) 759-2222 February 10, 17, 2022 22-00013G
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SECOND INSERTION NOTICE FORECLOSURE SALE UNDER F.S. CHAPTER 45 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE NINETEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 56 2021 CA 868 JUDGE: ELIZABETH METGER RHRUDA, INC., A Florida Corporation, Plaintiff, v. RENAR DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, a Florida Corporation and TD EQUIPMENT FINANCE, INC., a Maine Corporation Defendants, NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure filed on January 24, 2022, and entered in the Circuit Court of the Nineteenth Judicial Circuit, in and for St. Lucie County, Florida, Case No.: 562021 CA 868, wherein RHRUDA, Inc., a Florida Corporation is the Plaintiff and Renar Development Company, a Florida Corporation and TD Equipment Finance, Inc., a Maine Corporation are the Defendants, the Clerk, Michelle R. Miller, will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash on the 15th day of March, 2022, by electronic sale at https://www.stlucieclerk.com/auctions beginning at 8:00 o’clock a.m. in accordance with section 45.031, Florida Statutes, the property situated in said County, more particularly described as follows: Lot 10, of Block 11, of PALM COAST, Map of FLORIDA PARK, Section 9, according to the plat thereof, as recorded in Map Book 6, Pages 3642, of the Public Records of Flagler County, Florida, and as amended by instrument recorded in Official Records Book 35, Page 528, of the Public Records of Flagler County, Florida. KNOWN AS: 40 Farmsworth Drive, Palm Coast, Florida 32137 Lot 11, Block 1185, PORT MALABAR UNIT TWENTY FOUR, according to the plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 16, pages 29 through 41, inclusive, Public Records of Brevard County, Florida. KNOWN AS: 3048 Oakwood Avenue SE, Palm Bay, Florida 32909
Lot 16, Block 634, PORT MALABAR UNIT THIRTEEN, according to the plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 15, Page 54 through 63, inclusive, of the Public Records of Brevard County, Florida. KNOWN AS: 408 Calamondin Avenue NW, Palm Bay, Florida 32907 Lot 28, Block 98, PORT ST. JOHN UNIT THREE, according to the plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 22, Pages 25 through 35, inclusive, Public Records of Brevard County, Florida. KNOWN AS: 4732 Alfred Street, Cocoa, Florida 32927 Lot 12, Block 685, PORT MALABAR UNIT FIFTEEN, according to the plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 15, Page 72, of the Public Records of Brevard County, Florida. KNOWN AS: 1085 Ulysses Avenue SE, Palm Bay, Florida 32909 Lot 24, Block 1123, Port St. Lucie Section Nine, according to the plat thereof, recorded in Plat Book 12, Page 39, Public Records of Saint Lucie County, Florida. KNOWN AS: 2022 Cameo Blvd., Port St. Lucie, Florida 34953 ANY PERSON CLAIMING AN INTEREST IN THB SURPLUS FROM THE SALE, IF ANY, OTHER THAN THE PROPERTY OWNER AS OF THE DATE OF THE LIS PENDENS MUST FILE A CLAIM WITHIN 60 DAYS AFTER THE SALE. DATED this 28th day of January, 2022. WRIGHT, PONSOLDT & LOZEAU, TRIAL ATTORNEYS, L.L.P. TIM B. WRIGHT Fla. Bar No.: 823351 1002 S.E. Monterey Commons Blvd. Suite 100 Stuart, Florida 34996 (772) 286-5566 Telephone (772) 286-9102 Fax Timwright@wpltrialattorneys.com cbaxter@wplttrialattorneys.com smitchell@wpltrialattorneys.com Counsel for Plaintiff 22-00011G February 3, 10, 2022
NOTICE OF SALE UNDER F.S. CHAPTER 45 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION Case No. 2021 CA 000445 KATHERINE R. ULRICH, Plaintiff, vs. WHITNEY MARIE SMITH AND UNKNOWN SPOUSE, Defendants. NOTICE IS GIVEN that, in accordance with the Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated January 10, 2022, and entered in Case No. 2021 CA 000445 of the Circuit Court of the Seventh Judicial Circuit in and for Flagler County, Florida wherein KATHERINE R. ULRICH, Plaintiff and WHITNEY MARIE SMITH and UNKNOWN SPOUSE are Defendants, I will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, at the Kim C. Hammond Justice Center, 1769 E Moody Blvd., Bunnell, FL 32110 at 11:00 A.M. on March 4, 2022, the following described property: Lot 16, Block 85, Daytona North Subdivision, according to the Plat thereof, recorded in Plat Book 10, Pages 1 through 15, of the Public Records of Flagler 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 within 60 days after the sale. Attention: Persons with Disabilities 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, 125 E. Orange Ave., Ste. 300, Daytona Beach, FL 32114, 386-257-6096, within 2 days of your receipt of this notice. If you are hearing impaired, call 1-800955-8771; if you are voice impaired, call l-800-955-8770. Dated: January 24th, 2022. ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF: By: GEORGE S. PAPPAS, ESQUIRE 213 Silver Beach Avenue Daytona Beach, FL 32118 (386) 254-2941 Florida Bar #224642 Email: gpappas@pappasrussell.com Secondary: jr@pappasrussell.com February 3, 10, 2022 22-00010G
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2019 Ford Fusion SE, Stk#T220501, 28k miles ............................ $25,900 2019 Ford Fusion SEL, Stk#P2995, 59k miles............................... $26,900 2019 Ford Escape SEL, Stk#T220421, 37k miles, Gold Cert ........ $26,900 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Stk#T214091T, 139k miles ........ $26,900 2020 Ford Escape S, Stk#T220601, 12k miles, Gold Cert ............ $26,977 2019 Ford EcoSport SE, Stk#R2947, 17k miles, Gold Cert .......... $27,900 2019 Ford EcoSport SE, Stk#R2948, 38k miles, Gold Cert .......... $27,900 2019 Ford EcoSport SE, Stk#R2945, 11k miles, Gold Cert .......... $27,900 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT, Stk#T21462A, 53k miles ......... $27,900 2019 Dodge Journey Crossroad, Stk#T215041, 37k miles .......... $27,900 2014 Ford F-150, Stk#T214971, 30k miles ................................... $28,900 2019 Chevrolet Colorado, Stk#R29361, 39k miles ....................... $28,900 2017 Audi A4 2.0 TFSI, Stk#T220103, 77k miles. ........................ $28,900 2018 Ford Taurus SEL, Stk#R2976, 28k miles, Gold Cert ............. $28,900 2019 Ford Escape SE, Stk#T220471, 31k miles, Gold Cert.......... $28,900 2017 Ford Explorer XLT, Stk#T220231, 25k miles, Gold Cert ...... $29,900 2018 Ford Edge Titanium, Stk#P3002, 29k miles......................... $29,900 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, Stk#T220442, 72k miles ............ $29,900
LIFETIM OIL CHA E N ON ALL GES *NEW OR USE D
ONLY AT PALM COAST FORD on the Palm Coast Parkway
1150 Palm Coast Pkwy, SW, Palm Coast, FL 32137 | (386) 447-3380 Visit us online at: PalmCoastFord.com *Disclaimer: Lifetime warranty on powertrain only and some vehicles are excluded see dealer for details. Lifetime oil change on non-diesels only, diesels receive a partial credit see dealer for details. All prices plus tax, tag and $999 dealer fee.
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2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Stk#T214091T, 139k miles.........$26,900 2020 Ford Escape S, Stk#T220601, 12k miles, Gold Cert ............ $26,977 2011 Ford Expedition 4WD, Stk#T21493R, 194k miles................ $12,900 2014 Lincoln Navigator L, Stk#R28841, 153k miles ..................... $16,900 2012 RAM 1500 4WD Quad Cab, Stk#P2968, 87k miles ............. $18,900 2017 Hyundai Tucson SE, Stk#T215161, 75k miles ...................... $19,900 2017 Ford Escape SE, Stk#T220591, 60k miles ........................... $19,900 2018 Ford Escape S FWD, Stk#R2984, 64k miles ........................ $22,900 2019 Ford Escape S FWD, Stk#T220581, 52k miles .................... $23,900 2015 Ford Explorer, Stk#P3000, 28k miles ................................... $23,900 2017 Honda Accord EX CVT, Stk#T220901, 53k miles ................ $23,900 2018 Ford Escape SE, Stk#R28711, 62k miles ............................. $23,987 2013 Ford F-150 XLT, Stk#P28573, 133k miles ............................ $24,900 2018 Hyundai Elantra Sport, Stk#R2971, 53k miles ..................... $24,900 2014 Ford F-150 4WD, Stk#T214992, 88k miles .......................... $24,900 2018 Hyundai Sonata Limited, Stk#T214364, 46k miles .............. $24,900 2018 Subaru WRX, Stk#T214432, 77k miles ................................ $24,900 2019 Ford EcoSport SE, Stk#R29373, 30k miles, Gold Cert ........ $25,900
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