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Sea turtle nests climb to over 1.1K Volusia is on track to break its 2023 record. Biologists say the recovery points to conservation efforts. PAGE 5A

Local stories of valor Flags for Heroes honors 200 people at Veterans Plaza. PAGE 3A INSIDE

Pancakes with Pops Casements celebrates fathers and daughters with new event. PAGE 5B

CITY MATTERS

Q+A with Ormond Beach City Commissioner Harold Briley. PAGE 8A

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George Bellingham named new Seabreeze girls soccer coach. PAGE 10B

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VCS gets an A, reports growth in state assessment results. PAGE 4A

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Everly and Adam Roseboom of Ormond Beach enjoyed breakfast at The Casements’ Pancakes and Pajamas with Pops event. Photo by Suzanne McCarthy

King of the Beach Local teams ball out at annual 7-on-7 tournament. PAGE 8B Father Lopez’s Rylan DeMarsh (left) reaches for the pass in the game against Deltona at the King of the Beach 7-on-7 tournament on Friday, June 26. Photo by Michele Meyers

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THE OBSERVER | THURSDAY, JULY 2, 2026

COPS CORNER JUNE 18

SEAT SWAP 3:29 a.m. — U.S. 1 and Old Dixie Highway, Flagler County Traffic offense. A traffic stop for speeding led to the arrest of an unlicensed driver after deputies determined the occupants of a vehicle had switched seats before the deputy reached the car. According to the arrest report, a deputy clocked a gray Hyundai traveling 58 mph in a 45 mph zone on U.S. 1. After the vehicle stopped, the deputy noticed it shaking violently “as if multiple people were moving inside the vehicle” before the windows were finally rolled down. The woman sitting in the driver’s seat appeared nervous and told deputies her driver’s license was inside her phone, though both items were later found on the rear passenger floorboard. When questioned, she eventually admitted someone else had been driving the car. Deputies identified the driver as a man who had never been issued a driver’s license. He was arrested for operating a motor vehicle without a valid driver’s license, issued a

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JUNE 24

‘SECRET AGENT’ 10:33 a.m. — First block of Pinehurst Circle, Ormond Beach Fraud.An 80-year-old Ormond Beach man was scammed out of $23,500 after a suspect posing as a bank representative told him to withdraw the funds and deposit them to a “secret agent” at a Holly Hill convenience store. According to a police report, the man was contacted on June 23 over the phone. He was instructed by the suspect, who told him he was the bank’s “security,” to tell bank employees that the withdrawal was for medical issues. When he arrived at the convenience store that day around 4-5 p.m., a man met him to collect the cash. Police advised the Ormond Beach resident not to send any more cash.

JUNE 25

DRINKING AND SWIMMING 6:41 p.m. — 600 block of Division Ave., Ormond Beach Disorderly intoxication.A call about a large group of teenagers swimming in a park pond ended in the arrest of two drunk Daytona Beach teenagers. According to a police report, a witness was walking on a path near where the juveniles were swimming. Initially, the teens greeted him, but the witness said that a couple of them engaged in a confrontation, during which the teens called him names. He spotted a bottle of alcohol and notified police. Upon officers’ arrival, the teens were still swimming in the pond, which has “no swimming” signs at various locations. One of the teens, a 16-year-old boy, was standing by a bench with an open bottle of whisky. In total, police encountered eight juveniles in or near the water.

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The majority of teens said that the two teenage boys arrested — who are 16 and 17 — were trying to peer pressure them into drinking, even as they refused. They said they didn’t know the teens. Police went to detain the 16-year-old, at which point he tried to run away and was taken down to the ground. Meanwhile, an officer noticed the 17-year-old messing with his backpack; police report he was attempting to hide alcohol. The 17-year-old then approached police and said, “Handcuff me, fam” — though he also then resisted arrest, police report. The boys were taken to the hospital for medical clearance before being taken to the county’s Family Resource Center.

JUNE 29

‘NO BRAKES’ 12:20 p.m. — Cypress Edge Drive area, Palm Coast Narcotics.A bicyclist stopped for running a stop sign was arrested after deputies found suspected drugs and drug paraphernalia in his backpack during a traffic stop in Palm Coast. According to an arrest report, detectives had been watching the man after observing suspicious behavior near a hotel on Kingswood Drive, where he was seen handling jewelry and moving bags before leaving the area on his bicycle. Deputies later stopped him after he failed to stop at a stop sign while leaving the Cracker Barrel area. The man told deputies he did not stop because his bicycle did not have brakes. A K-9 alerted to the odor of narcotics coming from bags attached to the bicycle. Deputies found suspected cocaine, about 7.6 grams of cannabis, a digital scale, plastic baggies and drug paraphernalia, according to the report. The man was arrested and transported to jail.

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NEWS BRIEFS DNA testing confirms identity of missing Palm Coast woman

The human remains found by the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office, the FBI, and others in February have been positively identified as Mary Lou Combs, a Palm Coast woman who went missing in 2003. Combs’ identity was determined following DNA testing. During lab testing by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and the University of North Texas Center for Human Identification, the DNA profile from the remains — located underwater in the Intracoastal Waterway alongside a vehicle and other items belonging to Combs — was compared to previously submitted samples in the Combined DNA Index System database from Combs’ son and two of her siblings. Based on the findings, FCSO detectives confirmed the remains were Combs’, who had been missing for 23 years. “These findings confirmed what we suspected in February, which is that we had finally found Mary Lou Combs after all these years,” Flagler County Sheriff Rick Staly said. “I want to thank everyone again for their effortson this caseto finally bring Mary Lou’s family some answers after over two decades of uncertainty.”

Palm Coast man takes plea for 10 years of probation Giovanni Curtis, 22, of Palm Coast, who was arrested in Texas by the El Paso Police Department in November 2025 on a Flagler County fugitive warrant following a

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Volusia County issues reminder: No fireworks on the beach With Independence Day on the way, Volusia County Fire Rescue officials are encouraging residents to leave the show to the pros — and keep personal fireworks off the beach. Consumer-grade fireworks are banned on Volusia County’s beaches, where they not only leave a mess, but they can also frighten nesting sea turtles and cause birds to abandon their nests. “The safest way to enjoy fireworks is by watching public displays,” Fire Chief Joe King said. “We caution residents against using fireworks because they can cause fires and injuries when used improperly.” Fireworks injure more than 10,000 people each year, and even sparklers can be dangerous, Chief King noted. They burn at temperatures of 1,200 degrees, which is as hot as a blow torch.

FDOT partners with fire agencies for training in Ormond Beach The Florida Department of Transportation recently partnered with local fire rescue agencies June 20-28

to provide a hands-on training opportunity inside hotels acquired for right of way as part of the Interstate 95 interchange at U.S. 1 improvements project. Prior to the planned demolition of the properties, FDOT coordinated with fire rescue from Volusia County, Flagler County, the City of Ormond Beach, and the City of Holly Hill to conduct real-world training exercises. The training allowed first responders to practice emergency response techniques that cannot be replicated in a classroom or traditional training facilities. “We train the way we operate,” Ormond Beach Fire Capt. Hunter Ramirez said. “Having the opportunity to train alongside several local agencies in a real acquired structure strengthens the relationships and coordination that are critical on emergency scenes. Under our closest unit response agreement, training together helps us operate more efficiently and ultimately provides better service to our communities.” Participating agencies used the buildings to conduct a variety of realistic exercises designed to improve response capability, strengthen interagency coordination, and enhance preparedness for emergencies. Crews practiced responding to simulated fires by advancing hose lines and performing roof ventilation techniques, which involve creating openings to safely release smoke from a building. Because these departments frequently respond together through response agreements, training in a shared environment helps ensure consistent procedures, effective communication, and seamless coordination during real emergencies, “Partnerships like this create benefits beyond transportation,” FDOT District Five Secretary John E. Tyler said. “Before these buildings were removed to make way for critical infrastructure improvements, we wanted to provide additional value to the community. By opening the structures for training, our local first responders gained experience that will help them better serve and protect residents and businesses throughout the region.” The former hotel properties were acquired to support construction of the I-95 interchange at U.S. 1 improvements project.

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Flags for Heroes Flags for Heroes ceremony in Daytona honors 200 community heroes, including two Volusia deputies. ABE MILLS CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The Rotary Club of Daytona Beach West placed more than 200 flags in Veterans Plaza in Daytona Beach on Saturday, June 27, in honor of local heroes, including two Volusia County Sheriff’s Office deputies. Flags for Heroes started in 2020 as a way to serve the community, raise funds, and honor the everyday heroes

in the community by placing flags. This year, there are 200 flags and 200 stories at Veterans Plaza, located at 155 N. Beach St. Volusia County Deputy Ethan Thomas and Deputy Jose Rivera were both highlighted at the opening ceremony. In 2024, Thomas was shot in the face during a standoff in Deltona. “When you see a gun go off in front of your face, you don’t think you’re ever gonna come out of it,” Thomas said. “By the grace of God, everything happens for a reason. I was grateful to come out of there.” After recovery, when Thomas returned to VSO, Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood gave Thomas a choice of where he wanted

Deputies Jose Rivera and Ethan Thomas stand with Sheriff Mike Chitwood and city and county officials at the Flag for Heroes ceremony. Photos by Rachel and Abe Mills

to work. Thomas chose the Crime Suppression Unit, which is focused on preventing crime in high-risk areas. “He’s probably one of the strongest people I’ve ever met,” said Carli Thomas, his wife. The couple were married three weeks ago. Rivera was shot three times while on a vandalism call earlier this year. “The suspect comes out, opens fire, and then chases Deputy Rivera down the driveway, and they engage in Joelle and Beatrice Kayinamura stand with their father and husband, Yohani, for his special day of being honored with a flag as a hero at the Veterans Plaza in Daytona Beach.

One of the Rotary Club’s heroes, Deputy Jose Rivera, embraces his wife, Elyza Rivera, while his proud children, Josiyah, Ariyas, and Valentina circle around their dad.

a gun battle,” Chitwood said. Rivera was hit by a bullet in the leg, the shoulder, and the chest which was stopped by his body cam. “I wouldn’t take every day for granted,” Rivera said. “You never know when it’s your last. Get out there and do the best that you can. My driving force is my family.” Chitwood, who was there to honor and support his two deputies, was asked if he considers himself a hero. “No,” he said. “I am blessed to work with a group of heroes and lead them, but their work is far more important than mine. If I had sons, I would want them to be like these two men are.” The event was attended by local officials, including City Commissioner Quanita May, who said that she is filled with gratitude when she thinks of what the flags mean. “When I see these flags, they represent the service, honor, commitment, community, and sacrifice of all those

who are past, present, and those to come still,” May said. Volusia County Councilman Matt Reinhart, who represents District 2, also spoke at the event. “We’re here today to honor heroes,” he said. “Heroes without capes. They wear badges. We appreciate you. We pray for you. You are truly heroes.” One of the 200 stories behind the flags is Rotary Club member Dr. Yohani Kayinamura. He started a nonprofit organization to help homeless youth in his native country of Rwanda. The Umuryango Children’s Network has partnered with the Rotary Club of Daytona Beach West and other organizations to build a school which now has around 400 students. Kayinamura travels to Rwanda regularly to oversee operations. “When they are homeless, we put them in schools, we feed them, we clothe them,” Kayinamura said. “We help

Heroes Bill and Diane Griffin look at flags in Veterans Plaza in Daytona Beach. Flags will be taken down on Monday, July 6.

them start their own families and then they get an independent lifestyle and become mature, responsible citizens.” The flags will fly in Veterans Plaza until Monday, July 6. To nominate a hero or make a donation to Flags for Heroes, visit www.daytonabeachwestrotary.org.

Daytona leaders unveil affordable housing vision for historic Midtown The decades-long plan would replace every public housing unit, add mixed-income housing, improve parks.

to reconnect the surrounding neighborhoods. At neighboring Palmetto Park, officials plan to replace all 250 existing public housing units while adding 255 workforce and market-rate homes to create a mixed-income community with new streets, parks and gathering spaces. Woodyard emphasized that replacing public housing units is not optional. “When we tear it down and do new communities, we’ve got to replace it one for one,” he said. “That’s what our plan is.”

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The Daytona Beach Housing Authority unveiled an ambitious long-term vision to transform historic Midtown through a redevelopment plan that combines new affordable housing, parks, flood mitigation and mixedincome neighborhoods while ensuring current residents can remain in the community. During a June 17 presentation to the Daytona Beach City Commission, Housing Daytona Beach CEO Charles Woodyard and Housing Trust Group Senior Vice President of Development Bryan Finnie outlined a master plan that would replace aging public housing with modern developments while creating new recreational amenities and infrastructure improvements throughout the area. Woodyard explained that public housing authorities across the country have been forced to become more entrepreneurial as federal funding has declined over the past two decades. “Affordable housing is at the center of an economy,” Woodyard said, explaining that transportation systems, employers and economic development all depend on workers having stable, affordable places to live. He said Housing Daytona Beach’s

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A map presented to the Daytona Beach City Commission outlines the Housing Daytona Beach redevelopment vision for Historic Midtown, highlighting the Walnut Oak, Palmetto Park and Caroline Village public housing communities targeted for future mixedincome redevelopment.

mission is to maximize its assets while increasing housing opportunities and helping families become more selfsufficient. VISION FOR HISTORIC MIDTOWN

The presentation centered on the “Transform Midtown” master plan, which officials said was developed through public outreach involving nearly 1,000 residents. The redevelopment focuses on Caroline Village, Palmetto Park and Walnut Oak, replacing outdated public housing while creating mixed-income

neighborhoods designed to integrate affordable, workforce and market-rate housing. A centerpiece of the vision is the transformation of flood-prone Caroline Village into a community featuring a resilient linear park with athletic fields, walking trails, gathering spaces and stormwater improvements. Plans also include expanded sidewalks and shared-use paths, improved transit connections, a neighborhood network center with classrooms and community services, and new public spaces designed

While officials described the overall redevelopment as a 10to 20-year effort that could eventually exceed $1 billion in investment, the first phase is already moving forward. Finnie presented plans for The Palms at Loomis, a proposed $51.7 million affordable housing community on approximately 9.2 acres adjacent to Turie T. Small Elementary School. The project would include 130 affordable apartments with a mix of two-, three- and four-bedroom units. Residents from Caroline Village and Walnut Oak would relocate into the new development before their existing housing is redeveloped, allowing the project to proceed without displacing families. Finnie said affordable housing serves more than traditional public housing residents. “Affordable means some public housing, especially for the seniors. But it also means working people,” he said.

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“There are working people who reside in affordable housing.” The project would be financed through approximately $28 million in loans, $21 million in tax-credit equity and deferred developer fees. Finnie said the development would not require direct city funding, although assistance with permitting and coordination would help keep the project on schedule. If approvals proceed as planned, officials hope to break ground in about 14 months and welcome the first residents by December 2028. FLOODING REMAINS A CONCERN

Although commissioners generally praised the proposal, concerns were raised about constructing new housing in one of Daytona Beach’s most flood-prone areas. Commissioner Monica Paris said she supports the mixed-income concept but wanted assurances that stormwater issues would be addressed. Woodyard said redevelopment would include stormwater improvements designed to mitigate flooding on the site without worsening flooding in surrounding neighborhoods. He added: “HUD will not allow a housing authority to erect a development that is detrimental to the surrounding area. We can’t get it

approved if we don’t address that issue.” Woodyard acknowledged the redevelopment would not eliminate flooding throughout Midtown but said it is designed to reduce impacts on the redevelopment site while avoiding additional flooding elsewhere. COMMISSIONERS VOICE SUPPORT

Mayor Derrick Henry praised the proposal’s emphasis on protecting existing residents while beginning what he described as a long-term transformation of Midtown. “I like the way you framed it,” Henry told Finnie. “You have to begin the journey.” Henry also applauded the commitment to preventing displacement, saying it was important that residents who currently live in the neighborhood have the opportunity to remain there as redevelopment occurs. Commissioner Paula Reed also expressed support for the proposal. “It’s long awaited and long deserved,” Reed said. “Those families deserve that.” Woodyard concluded by emphasizing that the redevelopment is intended to improve opportunities for existing residents rather than replace them. “This is not a land grab for rich developers to come in and take over this part of our city,” Woodyard said. “This is an opportunity for families who live in isolated communities ... We want our families to live in 21st-century housing, and they’re going to pay the same amount of rent that they pay right now.”

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Volusia County Schools has disabled comments on its Facebook page. The district issued the following statement on the matter: “To better serve our students, families, and community, comments on the official Volusia County Schools Facebook page are disabled. Volusia County Schools will continue to provide updates, information, and recognitions through its official communication channels. Only official Volusia County Schools channels represent the district. For questions or assistance, please contact the appropriate department using the information provided so we can respond as accurately and promptly as possible.” Alongside the statement, the district posted a chart containing the contact information for its various department heads. In a statement to the Observer, a Volusia County Schools spokesperson said that the district social media pages are intended to provide information, updates and recognitions of students, staff

and the district. “As a public entity, the district must ensure that its communication channels are managed in a manner that is consistent with legal requirements and operational capacity,” said Mike Micallef, chief communications officer. “The decision to disable comments on the district’s Facebook page reflects a shift in how we manage and respond to inquiries to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and appropriate routing of concerns.” The district didn’t disable comments to limit community engagement, he added, but to enable “more effective and direct communication between families and appropriate departments.” “We offer multiple avenues for the community to ask questions, share concerns and feedback, including direct contact with district staff,” Micallef said. “We’ve also provided a contact list that connects directly with the appropriate staff by phone and email. This ensures every family receives accurate and timely information directly from district department leaders.”

VCS earns another A, sees continued state testing growth Volusia County Schools was designated as an “A” district by the Florida Department of

Education, according to the school and district grades released on Wednesday, July 1. This followed a district announcement of continued growth in its 2026 state spring assessment results, including Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (FAST) reading and math scores, statewide science assessment scores, and endof-course exam scores in all other subjects. Some notable highlights: VCS increased ELA achievement in every tested grade level, grades 3–10, and surpassed the state average in Grade 3 ELA at 61%. VCS increased or maintained Math achievement in every tested grade level, grades 3-8, and surpassed the state average in Grade 4 Math at 66%. Algebra 1 achievement increased by 7 percentage points, from 54% in 2025 to 61% in 2026. Middle school Geometry achievement increased to 96%, and seven of twelve schools had 100% of middle school Geometry students score Level 3 or higher. Grade 5 and Grade 8 Science were both 4 percentage points above the state average. Biology 1 achievement was 4 percentage points above the state average, and all 10 traditional high schools maintained or increased Biology achievement.

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Volusia has over 1,100 sea turtle nests — county on track to break a record The 2023 season reported a record 1,516 nests. This year’s count is less than 400 away from topping that. JARLEENE ALMENAS MANAGING EDITOR

At 1,166 nests laid as of July 1, sea turtle season is off to a historic start in Volusia County. The number of nests has almost doubled since June 11, when the county reported 695 nests — a figure that had already surpassed the previous record year to date, which was 2023, at which point the county had 444 nests documented. County staff are shocked at the rapidly rising number of nests, said Jennifer Winters, protected species manager for Volusia County. “Year to year, we don’t know what we’re going to expect, really,” Winters said. “So we’re pleasantly surprised that we’re having such active nesting activity and the numbers are just jumping up exponentially. Almost

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every day, we’re getting over 20 nests.” The 2023 sea turtle nesting season culminated with 1,516 nests, the highest ever recorded. This year’s nest count to date is less than 400 away from shattering that record, with almost four months left in the season. Volusia County’s beaches are home to four different species of sea turtles: Loggerhead, green, leatherback and Kemp’s Ridley, the rarest. Volusia Turtle Patrol volunteer Marcia Harden patrols the beach three times a week — two days on foot and one day in the truck. Her name is on about 50 nests being monitored in the Ponce Inlet area. “It’s exciting, every single time you see a crawl or a mama, if you’re very lucky,” Harden said. Harden moved to Daytona Beach Shores in 2018. That year, she saw a green sea turtle lay her nest underneath a drain pipe, which meant it needed to be relocated. That’s when she first encountered the Turtle Patrol. Volunteers documented the

crawl and moved the nest. Harden knew right then she wanted to join them and became a volunteer in 2020. The Volusia Turtle Patrol is one of two nonprofit organizations that help the county document and monitor sea turtle nests. The Turtle Patrol monitors the beach from Ponce Inlet to Ormond-bythe-Sea. The New Smyrna Beach Turtle Trackers work south of Ponce Inlet. The county provides logistical support, supplies and equipment to the groups in exchange for volunteers to check the beach for new nests by 8 a.m. so the county can open the beach driving ramps. The groups provide the county with their data. Those partnerships are extremely important, Winters said. “Without it, we probably wouldn’t have the ability to allow public driving because all of our nests by federal permit are required to be marked, and there are several parts of our programs that will ensure their survival of these nests,” Winters said, citing the team that removes vehicle tracks in front of soon-to-hatch nests to help hatchlings reach the water safely. Volusia County’s increase of sea turtle nests follows a statewide trend. According to a June 16 update by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission, the nesting season was off to a strong start across the state. As of May 31, there were: 38,874 loggerhead nests (up from 24,130 in 2025 YTD) 271 green turtle nests (up from 110 in 2025 YTD)

Turtle Patrol volunteer Marcia Harden and her husband Bill. Photo by Jarleene Almenas

1,806 leatherback nests (up from 1,683 in 2025 YTD) 10 Kemp’s Ridley nests (up from 5 in 2025 YTD) 1 Olive Ridley nest, the first ever documented in Florida Why are we seeing an increase? Winters said that renowned biologist Blair Witherington said in a webinar on World Sea Turtle Day, June 16, that the consensus in the scientific community is that conservation efforts are working. These measures date to the Endangered Species Act, enacted in 1973, and are showing that sea turtle populations are recovering. “Sea turtles have a very long lifespan,” Winters said. “It actually takes them around 30 years to reach sexual maturity. So if you think about that, we would only be really on the second generation of sea turtles that are recovering from near extinction back in the ‘70s, particularly the green sea turtle.” For Harden, volunteering

with the Turtle Patrol is her way of giving back and helping to maintain the coastal ecosystem. “Look at God’s beautiful world,” she said. “How can I say thanks?” Before she became a volunteer, she regularly walked the beach in the mornings to pick up trash. It’s one of the first needs she identified when she moved to Daytona Beach Shores in 2018. “I immediately saw, ‘Oh my goodness, there needs to be a janitor on the beach — let it be me,’” she recalled. One morning, she picked up a plastic bag with a baby sea turtle inside. “The memory still makes me cry, but it also infuriated me that people would be having such little concern for Mother Nature,” Harden said. “Because without caring for this world, this earth, my grandchildren don’t have a chance. ... We have to take care of our blessings.”

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as Ormond Beach kept a watchful eye on spending? Ormond Beach Zone 4 City Commissioner Harold Briley says yes. “Ormond Beach has the second lowest millage rate of all cities in Volusia County,” he said. “This year, we are looking at keeping our tax rate flat. Ormond Beach residents enjoy quality city services, beautiful parks and recreation programs for all ages. The city has recently done some much needed maintenance and repairs in Central Park, which many of our residents enjoy year-round.” Briley recently spoke with the Observer on issues including projects in the Central Park neighborhood, AI data centers and “toilet-to-tap.” What are some issues you think are top of mind for the residents of Zone 4?

I believe some of the issues that are top of mind of Zone 4 residents are the continuing demands on our infrastructure, our tax rate, our environment and water quality. These issues require steady and experienced leadership, careful planning and increased coordination with neighboring jurisdictions, state agencies such as the St. Johns River Water Management District, and input from our residents. You had previously been in favor of putting a proposed “toilet-to-tap” water reuse ban out to the voters. What changed your mind?

I was initially in favor of putting “Toilet-to-Tap” on the ballot, and I still oppose deep well injection of treated effluent into our aquifer. In my opinion, pumping treated effluent into the aquifer is not natural or acceptable. The primary reason the current

ballot initiative lost my support, is due to other options of recycling treated effluent into our water supply that are not considered in the language, such as creating manmade wetlands that store treated effluent, thus allowing it to naturally percolate and filter into the aquifer. This is currently being utilized by other Florida cities, like Gainesville. This option was not addressed in the existing proposed “Toiletto-Tap” ballot initiative and could potentially be a useful “tool in the toolbox.” Can you outline the importance of investing in the Central Park area to the community?

The Fleming Avenue project was a major initiative of the city to help reduce flooding in the neighborhoods in and around Central Park. This $2.3 million project was funded by the Florida Department of Emergency Management and the City of Ormond Beach. Through

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this project, the city was able to increase the size and number of drainage pipes in retention ponds and lakes in the Central Park area, helping to increase the flow of stormwater to facilities to the north. The next Fleming Avenue pump station and force main project is a $17.5 million project, with a Legislative Appropriation of $5.3 million, a Transform 386 contribution of $8.8 million and a city contribution of $3.4 million. These projects will help significantly with flooding issues in the Fleming Avenue and Central Park areas. In Zone 4, we currently have another Transform 386 stormwater project for the neighboring properties of Tomoka Elementary School. This area experienced significant flooding during Hurricane Milton. We anticipate this project to begin in the late fall of 2026. The governor recently signed a law allowing local governments to regulate AI data centers. Is this something the city should explore, and if so, how should they be regulated?

I applaud the governor for

allowing cities to regulate Artificial Intelligence data centers. I truly believe that they are a detriment to our resources, especially water and the demand for electricity. I recently suggested at a City Commission meeting that we may want to put bans on these data centers in the City Charter, that way, residents would have to vote by a super majority to allow them in the future and could not simply be approved by future City Commissions. You have been on the City Commission for about four years now. What are some things you’re proud of to have accomplished, and what are some things you’d like to continue working on?

There are several things that have taken place during my tenure on the City Commission that have been accomplished. New sidewalks in Zone 4, especially those in Forest Hills that needed repairs and replacement for many years. The city was able to get funding from outside sources to assist in their replacement. The Fleming Avenue stormwater project will provide much needed relief for houses in the Central Park and surrounding areas. We need to keep looking for more funding from Tallahassee and other sources, such as FEMA to assist in alleviating the pressures of flooding. We also created a dedicated millage rate for our recreation needs. This was positive for recreation, and beneficial to our residents. We have also been mindful of our spending, keeping our tax rate the second lowest in the county.

Growth is a topic that’s on many residents’ minds. In your opinion, what is smart growth?

Ormond Beach currently experiences a growth rate of 1-2% per year. This is a relatively low growth rate. Unfortunately, our residents are experiencing the effects of much higher growth rates in our surrounding cities. The explosive development of apartment buildings and commercial buildings on Williamson Boulevard, Clyde Morris Boulevard, and LPGA Boulevard have significantly increased traffic on our east/west corridors, such as Granada Boulevard and Hand Avenue. The county is currently widening Hand Avenue and Williamson Boulevards to try to keep up with the increased traffic demands. Unfortunately, this still does not consider the recently approved Avalon Park project in Daytona Beach that the Daytona Beach City Commission recently approved. As I stated earlier, better communication and better regional planning is needed to determine how these developments impact our infrastructure. With tax reform on the ballot, what are some priorities you’d like for the city to keep in mind as it plans the budget for next fiscal year? Is going flat the right decision?

As mentioned earlier, I do believe keeping our tax rate flat for next year is appropriate. There are many questions about the governor’s tax proposal that will need to be answered. I believe the city needs to keep public safety as a top priority, main-

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I am a descendent of an American Revolutionary War patriot that through his heroism fought to help establish the United States of America. Honoring his sacrifice and those that helped to create the principles of Liberty and our Constitutional Republic are important aspects of the American Spirit. The Spirit of America can mean many things. A large part of my American Spirit is to be thankful for all the freedoms we enjoy every day by honoring those that have served our country with their, time, treasure, and above all, their lives for these freedoms. As a member and president of the DaytonaOrmond Chapter – Sons of the American Revolution, I and its members pledge to reaffirm the American Spirit by honoring our Revolutionary War Patriot Ancestors by promoting patriotism, serving our communities, and educating and inspiring future generations about the founding principles of our country.

The attempt to define the Spirit of America has been a philosophical puzzle ever since 1776. To me, the Spirit of America is the continued attempt to perfect the union. Will it ever be perfect? No, but we keep trying because securing the blessings of liberty for ourselves and our posterity is a quest that cannot be abandoned. What is the Spirit of America? We asked our community to weigh in, and here are their responses. — BRIAN MCMILLAN, PUBLISHER

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When I reflect on what America means to me, I think of my Marines, living and dead. America is known as the “great melting pot,” and our Corps, older than America itself, reflects the huddled masses that came to our shores. Marines truly are Ameri-

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CAPT. JAMES ORMOND CHAPTER OF THE DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION

Fifty years ago, the Spirit of America awakened us with patriotism and pride. In 1975, we perceived that we lost the first war in many generations. We were also rebounding from everything wrong that happened following the bungled burglary of the Democratic National Party in the now notorious Watergate scandal. We awakened with a new spirit and a new vision for American exceptionalism. We had been to the moon several times, such that it was old news and we needed a new national rallying call. Let’s go to Mars, we said, and we did. Let’s develop reusable spacecraft that will lower the cost per kilo of putting stuff in space. Without perfect success, our shoulders became more broad, where private explorers could exploit those achievements to drive down the price of space commerce. The British brought the first commercial jet airliner to market, the Comet, which was grounded after several fatal incidents. American defense contractor Boeing, with extensive jet experience, brought safe jet air travel to everyone, after a few barrel rolls with a prototype 707 over a Washington lake with a large audience including airline CEOs in 1958. If you know anyone over 67 years old, they were born before the intercontinental jet age. An early jet age travel joke was breakfast in New York, lunch in Chicago, dinner in San Francisco, luggage in Peoria. A huge part of the punch line at that time, lost on

ca’s great social experiment as we consist of different races, ethnicities, religions and socioeconomic levels. Despite our diverse backgrounds, we band together for the common good. We at times may argue and even fight amongst ourselves like families will do but, when the time comes, under the most exigent and dire circum-

stances we fight, are maimed and even die for each other. I can think of no finer example of the success of America at 250 years young. Semper Fidelis, JEROME L. DIMENNA, JR., MAJOR, USMC (RET.) Palm Coast

Opportunity and perseverance

Service To the Daughters of the Captain James Ormond Chapter of DAR, the Spirit of America is a living promise. We honor our American Revolutionary War Patriots through nonpartisan and apolitical service by actively supporting local literacy programs, providing scholarships to young people with a keen understanding of citizenship and commitment to America, preserving historic landmarks, and supporting candidates for citizenship. While we share a timeless bond tracing our lineage back to those who fought for and won our independence 250 years ago, we recognize and support today’s veterans and active-duty military. This deep love of country unites us as we carry forward a shared responsibility to build a better tomorrow upon the enduring values of our forefathers.

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Respect I believe the American flag is a representation of the Spirit of America. A feeling of being proud, showing respect for our country and knowing what the flag is. As a veteran, I saw not so many “nice” things during my service. Injured service men with very grotesque wounds. My generation gave up so much. I used to keep Chickleta in my pocket and chew just to keep my mind off of my surroundings. The spirit of America is being grateful; honoring the men and women who serve our country; and the foundation of values set for our country. That is what the Spirit of America means to me. DEE HARDEMAN, 102 Ormond Beach

As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States of America, I reflect on what the Spirit of America means to me. It is a spirit built on freedom, opportunity, resilience, and hope. America is a nation where people from different backgrounds, cultures, and beliefs can come together and pursue their dreams. The Spirit of America is found in hardworking people who show up every day to provide for their families, support their communities, and help one another through difficult times. It is seen in the courage of those who have served our country, the determination of those who built businesses and homes, and the generosity of neighbors who lend a helping hand when it is needed most. To me, the American spirit is also about perseverance. Throughout our history, our nation has faced challenges and hardships, yet Americans continue to move forward with optimism and faith in a better future. We learn from our past, embrace new opportunities, and strive to leave a stronger country for the next generation. Most importantly, the Spirit of America is about the freedom to live our lives, raise our families, and pursue happiness in our own way. It is about celebrating both our individual achievements and our shared values of liberty, justice, and equality. As we mark 250 years of our nation’s history, I am grateful for the opportunities America has provided and proud of the people who continue to shape its future. The Spirit of America lives on in every citizen who works hard, dreams big, and believes that tomorrow can be better than today. It is a spirit worth celebrating, preserving, and passing on for generations to come. JOANNA MAPLE, 57 Flagler

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My ancestors were actively involved in the founding of America, so the Spirit of America runs through my blood and spirit. 10 generations ago, my cousin William Hooper, signed the Declaration of Independence and my Grandfather (10 generations ago), George Godfrey, served as a Brigadier General in the Revolution. As a proud member of the Son’s of the American Revolution, I’m proud to be an American! RICK STALY Flagler County Sheriff

us today, is that mere decades prior, this was a journey of many months and great peril. I am genuinely concerned about youth who have their attention buried in their personal devices. But I am equally inspired by young people like Avery who learns cursive writing because we need to be able to read historical documents. Fifty years ago I was perched on an apartment rooftop in Manhattan at West 158th St. and Riverside Drive watching the largest gathering of tall ships most Americans had ever seen on the Hudson River. Six million people gathered to witness that. That was cool. What’s coming in the next half century will be so much more amazing! The Spirit of America is our unique ability to recover from disappointment, dream bigger than our circumstances, and pass that confidence to the next generation. ROLAND CLEE Flagler Beach

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The Spirit of America is not a finished monument; it is a promise in motion. At its heart lies a radical proposition first etched into our national consciousness in 1776: “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” Today, the true measure of that spirit is how widely we cast that net. To truly honor this foundation, America must be a place where all people and all ideas are welcome. True freedom means every individual can enjoy life as exactly who they are, entirely free from fear. In this landscape of liberty, identity — whether it is race, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, or political alignment — does not alter a person’s worth. Everyone stands on equal footing. However, equality cannot merely be an abstract ideal; it requires active stewardship. We must constantly look inward to recognize, reduce, and eliminate the barriers — both conscious and subconscious — that restrict certain segments of our society from accessing success. True liberty cannot thrive if some are held back by invisible ceilings or systemic hurdles. We must intentionally open doors so that the American dream is accessible to everyone. This brings us to the core of our civic structure. As the Declaration reminds us, governments are instituted among people, “deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed.” In the American spirit, the power dynamic is crystal clear: We do not serve the government; the government serves the people. Consequently, we do not bow to any elected official. No title, no office, and no platform elevates a leader above the citizenry. They are not royalty or rulers; they are temporary custodians of public trust, hired by the ballot and elected strictly to serve. The Spirit of America lives in this continuous, messy, and beautiful push toward a more perfect union — one where a vast diversity of thought and identity is embraced as our greatest strength, and where our leaders always answer to the people. BRAD WEST, 54 Palm Coast

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Hope

When I think about the Spirit of America, I think about people. I think about the volunteers who show up week after week because they care about their community. I think about veterans whose service reminds us that freedom is never guaranteed. I think about teachers, artists, gardeners, and neighbors who quietly make life better for the people around them. To me, that’s where the Spirit of America lives.

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Working in a museum, I’m reminded every day that history is really a collection of stories. Some are inspiring. Some are difficult. All of them have something to teach us. When we take the time to learn about the people who came before us, we gain a better understanding of who we are and who we want to become. I also believe the Spirit of America is deeply connected to creativity. The freedom to express ourselves and share our ideas is foundational to America.

For 250 years, Americans have been asking big questions and challenging old ideas. We don’t always agree on the answers, but the ability to have those conversations is one of our greatest strengths. Whether through art, music, literature, innovation, or community service, Americans have always found ways to turn challenges into opportunities and dreams into reality. For me, the Spirit of America is hope. It’s resilience. It’s freedom. And it’s

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the belief that each of us has the ability — and the responsibility — to help build a brighter future for the next generation. As we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, I hope we celebrate the people who strengthen our communities every day and remember that the future of our country is shaped by the choices we make together. STEPHANIE MASON-TEAGUE Ormond Beach

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United States of America: 250 years old because of the Spirit of America. The United States Flag, The United States Army Flag, The United States Marine Corps Flag, The United States Navy Flag, The United States Air Force Flag, The United States Space Force Flag and The United States Coast Guard Flag.

At the age of nearly a century, I realize how very lucky I have been in so many ways! Great parents, M Ed at Stetson, and many adventures have contributed to who I am today! I ride my bike 4 miles every day up and down hills where I live with my honey of 86! We dance to “Fireball” at Moose so that freedom — where that Spirit exists — is my “American dream!”

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Optimism and opportunity I believe the Spirit of America can be summed up in the words opportunity and optimism. Opportunity is the common factor that the Spirit of American was founded on, from emigrants coming to America to escape oppression and persecution for their beliefs whether those beliefs were religious or political. All those early emigrants put everything on the line because they had the opportunity to pursue their dreams. That optimism led to the settlement of towns, cities and states across the country in spite of hardships and barriers which the early Americans endured and overcame. That belief in opportunity has endured in the face of wars, depressions and political upheavals. The American Civil War tested America’s belief in opportunity but American emerged from that war and in spite of the death and destruction came together to create a stronger union and country. The second ingredient of the American Spirit can be seen in the optimism that Americans have about their country. Americans

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have seen the country go through multiple challenges that could lessen or erase the optimism that has characterized this country since the early settlers and emigrants arrived. Multiple wars and internal strife has tested the optimism of Americans and we have responded with optimism intact. Americans have emerged from these challenges with a sense of purpose, resilience and determination to forge ahead. I believe that these two characteristics, opportunity and optimism, form the core of the American Spirit. Both have been challenged multiple times in the history of this nation from wars, natural disasters, political division and depressions and both are still alive and vibrant. FRANK FARMER, 84 Ormond Beach

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LOCAL EVENTS FRIDAY, JULY 3

BEACHSIDE GARAGE OPEN HOUSE When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: Birthplace of Speed Park, 21 Ocean Shore Blvd., Ormond Beach Details: Motor Racing Heritage Association volunteers will be on hand for tours and information. Garage holds the two replica race cars that competed in the first sanctioned race on the beach in 1903. Call 386-676-7675. FREE FAMILY ART NIGHT When: 5:30-7 p.m.

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Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach Details: Drop in for a free family art project activity. Create a mixed media gnome and fairy house. All instruction and supplies are provided. No registration or art experience is necessary. All ages welcome.

SATURDAY, JULY 4

DAYTONA BEACH FOURTH OF JULY VETERANS CEREMONY When: 9 a.m. Where: Clock Tower between the Boardwalk and Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort, 100 N. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach Details: Hosted by Military

Order of the Purple Heart Chapter 316, this ceremony will will honor veterans and first responders. DAYTONA BEACH FOURTH OF JULY PARADE When: 10 a.m. Where: Main Street, Daytona Beach Details: Organized by Military Order of the Purple Heart Chapter 316 and the Military Officers Association of America, this year’s event will feature military organizations, combat veterans and members of the Daytona Beach Police and Fire departments. The parade starts at Atlantic Avenue and proceeds west along Main Street to the base of the Main Street bridge.

ORMOND FIRST SATURDAY ART WALK When: 3-7 p.m. Where: Ormond Beach MainStreet Arts District, 128 W. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach Details: Join Frame of Mind, Art Spotlight, The Studio by Artist Angel Lowden, the Ormond Memorial Art Museum and more on the first Saturday of each month for art openings and art events. ORMOND BEACH INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION When: 8-9:30 p.m. Where: Rockefeller Gardens, 26 Riverside Drive, Ormond Beach Details: The City of Ormond Beach will celebrate the

YOUR TOWN AdventHealth awards scholarships in memory of late Ormond firefighter Eight students and an aspiring firefighter are a step closer to their goals after AdventHealth New Smyrna Beach awarded $6,000 in scholarships to nine local recipients. Now in its fourth year, the annual Ethan Wilson Memorial Scholarships honor Ethan Wilson, a firefighter and paramedic with the Ormond Beach Fire Department who died in 2023 after a surfing accident. Wilson, who lived in New Smyrna Beach, later donated his organs, and the awards keep his name tied to the community he served. “Ethan’s name still means something here,” Ormond Beach Fire Department Capt. Nick Nates said. “Seeing these young men and women pursue careers dedicated to

250th anniversary of the nation with its annual Fourth of July celebration. There will be food trucks, live music and fireworks at 9 p.m. Free.

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AARP MEETING CHAPTER 1057 When:10 a.m. Where: Ormond Beach Unitarian Universalist Church, 56 N. Halifax Drive Details: Guest speaker Barry Kukes will talk about the Volusia County Library System. An optional $5 light lunch to follow. For more information, call Jeff Boyle 386-341-9013.

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PENINSULA WOMEN'S CLUB GAMES When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Recipients of the 2026 Ethan Wilson Memorial Scholarships gather with members of the Wilson family, AdventHealth New Smyrna Beach medical staff and Ormond Beach Fire Department representatives during the fourth annual scholarship awards ceremony. Courtesy photo

helping others is a reminder that Ethan’s legacy continues to make an impact in our community.” For Ashley Wilson, Ethan’s wife, the annual ceremony remains a meaningful reminder of the impact her husband continues to have on others. “It is hard to put into words how much it means to see Ethan remembered this way,” Wilson said. “He lived to help people. Seeing students carry that forward makes his legacy feel close and alive.”

Volusia seeks humanitarian relief items for Venezuela The Hispanic Chamber of

Commerce of Central Florida and local businesses and partners are collecting essential items to support humanitarian relief efforts in Venezuela following the country’s June 24 earthquakes. According to a press release, residents are encouraged to donate new or gently used clothing, personal hygiene and first aid items. “Every donation, regardless of size, provides hope and relief to families facing extraordinary challenges,” said William J. Sanchez, managing director of the Cultural Awareness Fund, Inc. “The generosity of our community demonstrates the compassion that defines

Volusia County, and we are grateful to our collection center partners and everyone organizing this drive for helping make this effort possible.” The local donation centers are located at: Arepita Beach, 174 North Beach St., Daytona Beach; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Home of Maria Beatriz Añez-Sanchez, 7 Lake Vista Way, Ormond Beach; Please call 786-234-8839 before dropping off. For more information, to become a collection center, or to volunteer, contact Ann McCulloch at 407-754-5493. Visit www.letstalkvenezuela. com for a full list of collection centers.

Over 90 people attended the Maker Daytona Beach event at the Daytona Regional Library on Thursday, June 11. The event brought attendees together for an interactive community interactive show-and-tell, which featured a lineup of local makers, creators, artists, engineers and hobbyists, according to a press release. “What makes the maker community special is that everyone has something

Where: Peninsula Club, 415 S. Peninsula Drive, Daytona Beach Details: Play Bridge, Samba, "Hand, Foot and Elbow.” All ladies who enjoy cards, lunch and fellowship welcome. Call 386-843-1061. WATERCOLOR TWO CLASS When: 1-2:30 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, July 9-10 Where: Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach Details: Designed for intermediate students, this twoday class with Sylvia Gortz is for those who are ready to build on their watercolor skills and explore more advanced techniques. All supplies are included. Class costs $120.

to share and something to learn,” said Valerie Uy, organizer of Maker Daytona Beach. “You might have a woodworker teaching alongside a robotics enthusiast, an artist collaborating with an engineer, or someone discovering a new hobby they never knew existed. The goal is to create a welcoming space where creativity and curiosity can thrive.” Maker Daytona Beach will host its next “Show N’ Tell” on Thursday, July 16, at the Deltona Regional Library.

Savannah-Jane Griffin, chief executive officer at Neighborhood Center of West Volusia; Valerie Uy, founder of Maker Daytona Beach; and Trish McGetrick, senior operations manager at CareerSource Brevard Flagler Volusia.

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Celebrating our 250th: History and traditions of Independence Day RANDY JAYE HISTORIAN

Independence Day, commonly known as the Fourth of July, is a U.S. national holiday that commemorates the birth of

American independence from Great Britain. July 4, 2026, is the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, the semiquincentennial of the U.S. On April 19, 1775, the Amer-

ican Revolutionary War began with the Battles of Lexington and Concord in Massachusetts. The primary causes of the conflict were opposition from 13 of Great Britain’s North American colonies to

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British taxation, lack of political representation, a desire for self-governance and economic, ideological and social tensions. On July 2, 1776, the Second Continental Congress officially voted to approve the Lee Resolution which stated that 13 British Colonies in North America were free and independent States. THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE

The Declaration of Independence acted as a public document, and an announcement to the world, that the United States formally renounced its allegiance to the British Crown and to King George III, who the colonists considered to be an authoritarian ruler. On July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was adopted by 12 of the 56 delegates to the Second Continental Congress at the Pennsylvania State House (now known as Independence Hall) in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This is the date that ultimately became the U.S. holiday of Independence Day. Many historians state the

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VCS arts specialist heads to Flagler Schools Flagler Schools has named Craig B. Uppercue as the new director of the Fitzgerald Performing Arts Center, also known as the Flagler Auditorium, and K-12 visual and performing arts. Uppercue will begin his new role on July 8. He succeeds

document was actually signed by the majority of the delegates on Aug. 2, 1776, nearly a month after its final draft approval, and not on July 4 which is the common understanding. THE FIRST CELEBRATIONS

On July 8, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was publicly read for the first time in Philadelphia accompanied by band music and the ringing of numerous bells. On July 4, 1777, the first organized U.S. independence anniversary celebration was held in Philadelphia accompanied by a 13-gun salute representing the rebellious colonies, bonfires and parades. ENDING OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR

On Oct. 19, 1781, the American Revolutionary War effectively ended with the surrender of British forces at the Siege of Yorktown. The British Parliament realized they were running out of money and facing growing international opposition so they opted to pursue peace with the U.S. On Sept. 3, 1783, the Ameri-

auditorium director Amelia Fulmer, who will retire July 31 after working as an educator and administrator with Flagler Schools for nearly 40 years. The two will work together during the overlap period to help ensure a smooth leadership transition. Uppercue comes to Flagler Schools from Volusia County Schools, where he served as the district’s fine arts specialist overseeing visual and performing arts programs. He previously served as artistic director at Athens Theatre in DeLand and is an adjunct faculty member at Stetson

can Revolutionary War officially ended with the signing of the Treaty of Paris which formally recognized the U.S. as a free, sovereign, and independent nation. EVOLUTION INTO A FEDERAL HOLIDAY

On June 28, 1870, the U.S. Congress made Independence Day an unpaid federal holiday. On June 29, 1938, the U.S. Congress made Independence Day a paid federal holiday for all federal employees. ECONOMICS OF INDEPENDENCE DAY

In 2026, consumer spending for the holiday is forecasted to reach nearly $22 billion. Food spending accounts for $9.4 billion, which includes the projected consumption of 150 million hot dogs and 750 million pounds of chicken. Spending on beer and wine is projected to exceed $4 billion. The American Pyrotechnics Association is estimating that consumer spending on fireworks to be between $2.2 and $2.95 billion.

University. He holds degrees in music, educational leadership and curriculum and instruction, and is completing his doctorate in education. “I am honored to join Flagler Schools and lead the Fitzgerald Performing Arts Center,” Uppercue said. “I look forward to building on Amelia Fulmer’s legacy while continuing to strengthen arts education and community partnerships throughout Flagler County. I’m truly excited to be able to have the opportunity to support the students, faculty and staff of Flagler Schools.”

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The Casements hosts first ‘Pancakes and Pajamas with Pops’ event This year’s event replaced the fatherdaughter dance held in previous years. SUZANNE MCCARTHY CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The Casements hosted its first “Pancakes and Pajamas with Pops” event on Saturday, June 27, welcoming fathers and father figures and their daughters ages 5-12 for a morning of breakfast and activities. This year’s event replaced the father-daughter dance held during the previous three years. “This year, we wanted to think of a way to reimagine it,

Face-painting. Photos by Suzanne McCarthy

The Casements’ Cultural Center Coordinator Sara Dionne, from Ormond Beach Parks and Recreation, holds up raffle baskets. Heidi, Jeffrey and Hannah, from Holly Hill, enjoy breakfast.

but still do a father-daughter tradition,” said Sara Dionne, The Casements Cultural Center coordinator. Dionne said the idea for the new event was inspired by The Casements’ Christmas pancake breakfast. “We do our pancake breakfast at Christmas so we thought why not use the idea and try a pancake breakfast for the fathers and daughters this year instead,” Dionne said. Dozens of guests attended the event, which featured a pancake breakfast with sausage, a toppings bar and beverages, as well as face painting, crafts, music, a photo booth and a pajama contest.

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Attendees also had the opportunity to win raffle prizes donated by the Daytona Tortugas and Dave & Buster’s, and each guest received a gift bag. Held at the historic former winter home of John D. Rockefeller, fathers and daughters spent the morning enjoying breakfast together, making crafts and posing for photos. “It has been successful. We had so much fun planning it and we’re definitely going to do this again next year,” Dionne said.

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house in Hunter’s Ridge at 116 Briargate Look was the top real estate transaction in Ormond Beach and Ormond-by-the-Sea for the week of June 6-12. The house sold on June 8, for $805,000. Built in 2018, the house is a 3/3 and has an outdoor kitchen, a pool and 2,650 square feet. It last sold in 2020 for $590,000. The house was listed at Patricia McKinley, of Realty Pros Assured. JARLEENE ALMENAS MANAGING EDITOR

Condos The condo at 89 S. Atlantic Ave., Unit 404, sold on June 12, for $225,000. Built in 1979, the condo is a 2/2 and has 1,200 square feet. It last sold in 1990 for $80,000.

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Carrollwood The house at 1340 Par Ave. sold on June 12, for $240,000. Built in 1975, the house is a 3/1.5 and has 1,026 square feet. It last sold in 2011 for $60,000.

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Chelsea Place The house at 308 Nottinghill St. sold on June 9, for $695,000. Built in 2019, the house is a 4/3.5 and has a pool, and outdoor kitchen and 2,429 square feet. It last sold in 2021 for $550,000. Fox Hollow The house at 18 Silver Fox Trail sold on June 8, for $600,000. Built in 1986, the house is a 4/2.5 and has a

fireplace, a pool and 2,928 square feet. It last sold in 2016 for $300,900. Halifax Plantation The house at 1424 Kilrush Drive sold on June 11, for $619,000. Built in 2004, the house is a 4/2.5 and has a pool, a spa and 2,280 square feet. It last sold in 2015 for $350,000. Not in subdivision The house at 1821 Palmer Drive sold on June 8, for $250,000. Built in 1973, the house is a 3/1.5 and has 1,044 square feet. It last sold in 2025 for $135,000.

The house at 290 S. Old Kings Road sold on June 10, for $382,000. Built in 1991, the house is a 5/4 and has 2,112 square feet. It last sold in 2019 for $235,000. Oak Forest The house at 1405 Overbrook Drive sold on June 11, for $494,500. Built in 1978, the house is a 3/2 and has a pool and 1,770 square feet. It last

sold in 1982 for $89,500. Ormond Lakes The house at 32 Wild Cat Lane sold on June 9, for $396,000. Built in 2002, the house is a 3/2 and has 2,040 square feet. It last sold in 2025 for $350,000. Pineland The house at 154 Sunset Point Drive sold on June 11, for $320,000. Built in 2021, the house is a 4/2 and has 1,846 square feet. It last sold in 2021 for $298,500. Ridgehaven The house at 437 Brookhaven Trail sold on June 10, for $434,730. Built in 2025, the house is a 3/2.5 and has 2,181 square feet. Winding Woods The house at 24 Winding Woods Trail sold on June 11, for $340,000. Built in 1999, the house is a 3/2 and has 1,479 square feet. It last sold in 2015 for $65,000.

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Avalon by the Sea The house at 141 Capri Drive sold on June 12, for $585,000. Built in 2018, the house is a 3/2.5 and has a fireplace and 1,725 square feet. It last sold in 2021 for $564,500. Seabridge South The house at 3203 John Anderson Drive sold on June 9, for $525,000. Built in 1984, the house is a 3/2 and has a fireplace and 2,504 square feet. It last sold in 2004 for $305,000.

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

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BUSINESS Home in Margaritaville sells for almost $630K SunBros Coffee drive-thru opens in Ormond WEST DAYTONA BEACH

house in Latitude Margaritaville at 817 Bama Breeze Drive was the top real estate transaction in Daytona Beach’s 32124 zip code for the week of June 6-12. The house sold on June 12, for $629,500. Built in 2023, the house is a 3/2.5 and has 2,402 square feet. It last sold in 2023 for $520,900. The house was listed by Kelley Sarantis, with Bob Hodges and Sons Realty. JARLEENE ALMENAS MANAGING EDITOR

Grande Champion The house at 1100 Morfontaine St. sold on June 8, for $429,990. Built in 2026, the house is a 4/3 and has 2,336 square feet. Latitude Margaritaville The townhome at 207 Gypsy Palace Lane sold on June 12, for $545,000. Built in 2024, the townhome is a 3/2 and has a pool and 1,848 square feet. It last sold in 2024 for $511,400.

The townhome at 913 Bama Breeze Drive sold on June 12, for $440,000. Built in 2023, the townhome is a 2/2 and has 1,563 square feet. It last sold in 2023 for $368,900. The townhome at 139 Margaritaville Ave. sold on June 10, for $447,000. Built in 2020, the townhome is a 2/2 and has 1,563 square feet. It last sold in 2020 for $298,200.

Legends Preserve The house at 364 Birkdale Drive sold on June 11, for $400,000. Built in 2025, the house is a 4/2.5 and has 2,830 square feet. LPGA The house at 425 Champion Ridge Drive sold on June 9, for $337,000. Built in 2007, the house is a 3/2 and has 1,799 square feet. It last sold in 2018 for $270,000.

Located at 14 S. Yonge St., the 250-squarefoot SunBros Coffee recently celebrated its grand opening. JARLEENE ALMENAS MANAGING EDITOR

SunBros Cafe in Flagler Beach was built on a foundation of family and good coffee, and the Sundells’ new drive-thru coffee shop in Ormond Beach is continuing that vision. Located at 14 S. Yonge St., the 250-square-foot SunBros Coffee is celebrating its grand opening after almost two years in the works. It is the second location for the Sundell family, of Flagler Beach, who opened their cafe at 301 Moody Blvd. in 2021. Abrien Sundell, 21, is taking up the helm of the family business after the unexpected

The house at 221 Perfect Drive sold on June 10, for $343,500. Built in 2006, the house is a 4/2 and has 2,006 square feet. It last sold in 2016 for $214,000. Preserve at LPGA The house at 377 Crestwind Drive sold on June 10, for $310,000. Built in 2023, the house is a 3/2 and has 1,494 square feet. It last sold in 2023 for $336,700.

John Adams, of Adams, Cameron & Co. Realtors, contributed to this report. SunBros Coffee is located at 14 S. Yonge St.

death of his father, Travis, last year. “I take a lot of pride in that this is my family’s business,” Abrien said. “... I’m carrying on what he started.” SunBros was Travis’ dream, said his brother Dan Sundell. That dream was born about 10 years ago while Dan was living in Europe. The two brothers were sitting in a cafe in Salzburg, Austria, drinking great coffee when they decided to open a coffee shop together. And they did so just a few years later. Dan, a St. Augustine resident, now helps out in the cafe when needed as Abrien works to get the drive-thru coffee shop. “I just want to support the family,” he said. “I want Abrien and his mom and his brother to be successful, so we’re working hard to grow the business and provide something nice to the community.” The Sundell experienced some hurdles as they worked to open the coffee shop. One being the size of the lot, as the property spans just 50 feet wide. Ormond Beach’s Land Development Code standards typically require a minimum lot width of 100 feet for the land use. The coffee shop replaced the former Massey Auto Brokers property, whose owner retired. In January 2025, the City Commission approved a special exception redevelopment plan to allow the Sundells to build the drive-thru location. “It was definitely a little tight to squeeze this thing in here, but it seemed like a pret-

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ty good spot,” Abrien said. A drive-thru coffee shop was the original concept for SunBros, Abrien said. He has been working as a barista for the family business since he was 16. That’s when his love of coffee started too. He was able to tour the Kaldi’s Coffee Roasting Company roastery in St. Louis and see the process, and that piqued his interest. “My favorite thing, coffeewise — we make our vanilla syrup in house — so our House Vanilla Latte,” he said. “I always drink hot, even when it’s hot out.” SunBros Coffee’s menu includes espresso drinks such as lattes and cappuccinos, as well as matcha, frappes, teas and refreshers. The coffee shop also sells pastries, made at the cafe location in Flagler

Beach. Abrien said he hopes SunBros continues to grow. “Being able to do something different and do something new, be somewhere new, meet new people... it’s a fun experience,” he said. “We definitely hope to expand once this starts growing and moving.” Dan said Abrien has stepped up to the plate to run the family business in the wake of the family’s loss. All the restaurants and businesses in Flagler Beach rallied around Abrien to help them reopen after they lost Travis last year, Dan said. He’s proud of his nephew. Travis would be too, he said. “The community here (in Flagler Beach) supports us very well, and we fully hope that Ormond will do the same,” Dan said. Visit sunbroscafe.com.

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Father Lopez, FPC, Mainland and Spruce Creek compete in B-CU coach’s tournament on Friday, June 26. MICHELE MEYERS CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Jacksonville University Christian stole the King of the Beach crown from Mainland this year after finishing runner-up to the Bucs last year. This is the third year Bethune-Cookman University’s head football coach, Raymond Woodie Jr., has hosted the 7-on-7 football tournament. He also included a youth and kicking camp with 4th Down University founder Dan Lundy, a big man camp, high school prospect camp, transfer-JUCO camp and a women’s clinic. Woodie greeted the teams in the Moore gymnasium on the B-CU campus before pool play started. Thirty-nine teams were divided into seven pools and battled on seven different fields. The top 20

A Flagler Palm Coast player jumps for a touchdown pass in the game against Ocoee.

teams competed in the singleelimination playoff rounds in the afternoon. Camps are an opportunity for Woodie and his staff to evaluate talent. “We signed 20 guys in the last three years from this 7-on-7 camp, along with our other camps,” Woodie said. “We are big on signing high school players … if you do something (on the field), you’re going to get something; if you don’t do anything, you won’t get anything.” This year, the Bucs were eliminated from participating in the playoffs after finishing pool play with three wins against Winter Springs, Oak Ridge, and Miami Lakes and a 30-13 loss against Gainesville Eastside. Mainland head coach Jerrime “Squatty” Bell said he loves the camp Woodie provides for the area. “It (King of the Beach) has grown into one of the biggest high school 7v7 tournaments in the South,” Bell said. “His (Raymond Woodie’s) coaching staff does a great job of keeping the camp flowing while also evaluating talent throughout the day.” This summer Mainland competed in two additional 7-on-7 tournaments. They lost in the quarterfinals at the University of Central Florida tournament on June 8, then went to the University of South Florida for the Sling N’ Shoot 7v7 Tournament on June 16th where they made it to the semifinals. They opted out of finishing the competition after two of their players were affected by pepper spray used in an incident that happened in proximity to the Bucs. Flagler Palm Coast head coach Patrick Turner said 7-on-7 tournaments offer a platform to practice against a variety of teams. “It’s a time for better understanding of defensive and offensive passing,” he said. “Our coverage gets tightened up on defense, communication, offense, the timing, the understanding of route concepts and things like that. It’s just practice, and it’s real life.” The Bulldogs faced Cocoa,

Tocoi Creek, Palmetto, and Jacksonville University Christian. They finished 3-1 after losing to University by one touchdown in the last 14 seconds of the game. They were seeded ninth coming into the playoffs and beat Ocoee 18-12. The team chose to leave following a lightning delay. “It was a great battle, great competition,” Turner said. “So extremely proud of our team and the way they played. It was good. It’s been a good day.” FPC defensive backs, Lucas Siharaj and Yamon Jordan, are going into their fourth year playing football together as Bulldogs. Even though they lost, they said their favorite game was against University. “Our biggest challenge was University Christian,” Jordan said. “They have a good team, very disciplined.” Both players agreed that playing in the 7-on-7 tournament helped to develop their skills and forced them to play faster. “I think it definitely improves your skill without the pads, makes you more mobile,” Siharaj said. “It makes you think about more things and what people are going to do because there are the best guys out here, the best of the best. So it’s just great competition. You’re always learning and making plays.” Jordan said it increased his off-ball decision-making. “It helps us play faster without a D-line,” he said. “We don’t have our help up front that we usually have during the season, so our back end really has to hone in on their skills and really have to lock in.” This was the first year Father Lopez head coach Mark Gabbard signed his team up for the King of the Beach tournament. He was joined by assistant coach Raymond Woodie III, Woodie’s son. They played Deltona, SFA, Miami Southridge, and Booker. They went 0-4 for the day, but Gabbard said his players were competitive, losing by one touchdown in three games and by one point against Booker on the last play.

Mainland quarterback PJ Miller warms up before the second game against Eastside.

Flagler Palm Coast quarterback Reid Pritt (right) passes to a receiver in the game against Ocoee.

“Every one of those teams went to the playoffs,” he said. “But here’s what I loved about it. Miami South Ridge is way more athletic than we are overall, and we lost to them by seven. We moved the football. We scored once, we had the opportunity to score three other times and didn’t do it, but we’re competing, and we made some fantastic plays.” Gabbard said he told his players that the other teams are good, but they are starting to prove to themselves that

they can be too. “I chose Father Lopez because I felt it was a program that could be developed,” he said. “It’s the only significant private school with athletic programs for miles, and the education is superior. I feel it’s a program that’s been lying in want for a long time, and I don’t understand why it hasn’t been built and why it can’t be built, and so I’m going to try to do it.”

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Seabreeze and Calvary Christian Academy of Ormond Beach are two of just seven high schools from around the state to win first-place Fred E. Rozelle Sportsmanship Awards from the Florida High School Athletic Association. Seabreeze won the award for Class 5A schools while Calvary Christian won for Class 1A schools. For Seabreeze, the award was both very intentional and very much a surprise. Two years ago, Seabreeze had four or five ejections across sports and were fined a total of $2,500 by the FHSAA, Sandcrabs athletic director

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Anthony Campanella said. So, Campanella had a meeting with all of his coaches before the 2025-26 school to stress sportsmanship. “Yes, we want to build great athletes,” Campanella said. “But sportsmanship is important. It’s a direct reflection of our school, the players, their parents and the community. And our coaches did a great job relaying that message to their student athletes.” Still, Campanella was surprised to receive a letter from the FHSAA last winter saying that so far Seabreeze had not received any unsportsmanlike conduct fines and it was eligible to apply for the Sportsmanship Award. On June 22, the FHSAA announced that seven high schools and one middle school had won first-place sportsmanship awards and five high schools and a middle school received runner-up awards. The Sandcrabs received a plaque and a cash award of $2,500, ironically the same amount they were fined the previous year. “We educated our players and our coaches, and they bought in,” Campanella said. “The coaches did a great job stopping behavior before it happened. This is pretty great for our school.” Calvary Christian athletic director Claison Brutus said the award is a tremendous honor. “From the very beginning,

“We educated our players and our coaches, and they bought in. The coaches did a great job stopping behavior before it happened. This is pretty great for our school.” ANTHONY CAMPANELLA, Seabreeze athletic director

our vision has been to build an athletic program that is rooted in Christian character, integrity and sportsmanship, not just wins and championships,” he said. “We intentionally invest as much time developing our student athletes off the field and court as we do on it.” The award, named after former FHSAA Commissioner Fred Rozelle, has been presented annually since 1991. “High school athletics provide invaluable lessons that extend far beyond competition,” FHSAA Executive Director Craig Damon said. “The schools being honored ... exemplify those values every day. Their student athletes, coaches, administrators, parents and fans consistently model respect, integrity and character, reflecting the very best of educational athletics.” The other award winners were Baker (Rural), Tampa Cambridge Christian (2A), Tampa Berkeley Prep (3A), Mount Dora (4A) and Lake Buena Vista (6A).

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Seabreeze didn’t have to look very far to hire a new girls soccer coach. George Bellingham, who has been a volunteer assistant coach with the Sandcrabs in recent years and has coached girls soccer with the Ormond Beach Soccer Club for 18 years, will take over the program, athletic director Anthony Campanella said. “He’s been a fixture with Seabreeze soccer and the Ormond Beach Soccer Club,” Campanella said. “He’s very knowledgable of the game. I felt like he really wanted to be the head coach.” Bellingham takes over for Eli Friedus, who coached the girls team for the past five years, compiling a 58-37-6 record and leading the Sandcrabs to the playoffs each year. Bellingham, who played “low level” semipro soccer in England, has lived in Ormond Beach since 1989. He started coaching his two sons in recreation soccer and was asked to coach an under-9 girls team with the Ormond Beach Soccer Club. He said one of the

girls on his first under-9 team 18 years ago has invited him to her wedding next year. Bellingham said he’s had two stints as a volunteer assistant with the Sandcrabs, including the past few years under Friedus. Christine Goebel, another assistant coach on the staff, will stay on, Bellingham said. After Freidus stepped down in February, Bellingham said a few parents asked him to apply for the position. “I’m retired, so that gives me a lot of time to spend with the team,” he said. “And with Christine staying on, that makes the transition pretty easy.” Bellingham said he plans to add another assistant to the staff soon. “We’ve got some talented soccer players, and we’ve got some talented freshmen coming in,” he said. “Eli has had some success over the years, and I’d like to keep that going.” Seabreeze named Chris Simsek the new boys soccer coach in May. The Sandcrabs still have two more coaching positions to fill. Tom Kelly has resigned after two seasons as the boys and girls tennis coach. And Jeff Hardy has resigned as the softball coach after four seasons. “At least they’re both spring sports, so we have time to not make a kneejerk reaction and put people in place who are a good fit for our student athletes,” Campanella said.

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1. Resolution No. F26-15 – Assessment Resolution, Relating to Special Assessment Revenue Note (2320 North Liberty Street Commercial PACE Project), Series 2026 (Vote Required) The title of Resolution F26-15 is as follows: A RESOLUTION OF THE FLORIDA RESILIENCY AND ENERGY DISTRICT AMENDING ARTICLE III, SECTIONS 3.01(A) AND 3.06 OF RESOLUTION NO. F26-05; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 2. Resolution No. F26-16 – Assessment Resolution, Relating to the following Special Assessment Revenue Note (1390 Spinks Lane Commercial PACE Project) Series 2026 (Vote Required) 3. Resolution No. F26-17 – Assessment Resolution, Relating to the following Special Assessment Revenue Note (200 North Laura Street Commercial PACE Project) Series 2026 (Vote Required) 4. Resolution No. F26-18 – Assessment Resolution, Relating to the following Special Assessment Revenue Note (9001 Town Center Parkway Commercial PACE Project), Series 2026 (Vote Required) The title of Resolutions F26-16, 17 and 18 is as follows: A RESOLUTION OF THE FLORIDA RESILIENCY AND ENERGY DISTRICT RELATING TO THE FINANCING OF QUALIFYING IMPROVEMENTS UNDER THE FLORIDA PROPERTY ASSESSED CLEAN ENERGY (PACE) ACT; ESTABLISHING THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR IMPOSING SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS RELATED TO SUCH QUALIFYING IMPROVEMENTS; APPROVING THE ASSESSMENT ROLL; DIRECTING THAT THE ASSESSMENT ROLL BE CERTIFIED TO THE APPROPRIATE TAX COLLECTORS; PROVIDING FOR COLLECTION OF THE ASSESSMENTS; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 5. Resolution No. F26-19 – Annual Assessment Resolution, Relating to Special Assessment PACE Revenue Notes, Commercial (Vote Required) The title of Resolution No. F26-19 is as follows: A RESOLUTION OF THE FLORIDA RESILIENCY AND ENERGY DISTRICT RELATING TO THE FINANCING OF QUALIFYING IMPROVEMENTS UNDER THE FLORIDA PROPERTY ASSESSED CLEAN ENERGY (PACE) ACT; APPROVING THE ANNUAL ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR COLLECTION OF THE ASSESSMENTS IN OSCEOLA COUNTY; DIRECTING THAT THE ASSESSMENT ROLL BE CERTIFIED TO THE OSCEOLA COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR;; PROVIDING FOR LIEN STATUS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 6. Resolution No. F26-20 – Assessment Resolution, Relating to Special Assessment Revenue Note (10921 Southwest 7th Street Commercial PACE Project), Series 2026 (Vote Required) The title of Resolution F26-20 is as follows: A RESOLUTION OF THE FLORIDA RESILIENCY AND ENERGY DISTRICT AMENDING ARTICLE III, SECTIONS 3.01(A) AND 3.06 OF RESOLUTION NO. F26-12; PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. The Board may consider any business which may properly come before it. Persons desiring to provide public comment will be given the opportunity to be heard and to express their views. Written comments may also be submitted in advance to the FRED Administrator, Florida Development Finance Corporation, 156 Tuskawilla Road, Suite 2340, Winter Springs, FL 32708. In addition, public comment may be submitted in advance via email to the FRED Administrator at info@fdfcbonds. com. Written comments and emails received in advance of the meeting will be read aloud to the Board and the public and will be incorporated into the meeting minutes. A copy of the agenda may be obtained online at www.fdfcbonds.com/notices or at the offices of the FRED Administrator, Florida Development Finance Corporation, 156 Tuskawilla Road, Suite 2340, Winter Springs, FL 32708, during normal business hours. The meetings are open to the public and conducted in accordance with the provisions of Florida law. Meetings may be continued as found necessary to a time and place specified on record. If any person decides to appeal any decision made with respect to any matter considered at this meeting, such person will need a record of the proceedings and such person may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made at his or her own expense and which record includes the testimony and evidence on which the appeal is based. In accordance with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations or an interpreter to participate at this meeting should contact FRED at (407) 712-6352 at least two (2) days prior to the meeting. Persons who are hearing or speech impaired can contact the Florida Dual Party Relay System at 1-800-955-8770 (Voice) and 1-800-955-8771 (TDD). Florida Resiliency and Energy District 7763-350988 Jul. 2, 2026 TOMOKA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE ADOPTION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2027 PROPOSED BUDGET(S); AND NOTICE OF REGULAR BOARD OF SUPERVISORS’ MEETING. The Board of Supervisors (“Board”) of the Tomoka Community Development District (“District”) will hold a public hearing and regular meeting as follows: DATE: July 14, 2026 TIME: 4:00 PM LOCATION: 150 Flagler Plaza Drive Palm Coast, Florida 32137 The purpose of the public hearing is to receive comments and objections on the adoption of the District’s proposed budget(s) for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2026, and ending September 30, 2027 (“Proposed Budget”). A regular Board meeting of the District will also be held at the above time where the Board may consider any other business that may properly come before it. A copy of the agenda and Proposed

Budget may be obtained at the offices of the District Manager, Vivian Carvalho, c/o PFM Management Services, LLC, 3501 Quadrangle Blvd. Suite 270, Orlando, FL 32817, (407) 723-5900 (“District Manager’s Office”), during normal business hours, or by visiting the District’s website at https://tomokacdd.com/. The public hearing and meeting are open to the public and will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of Florida law. The public hearing and/or meeting may be continued in progress to a date, time certain, and place to be specified on the record at the public hearing and/or meeting. There may be occasions when Board Supervisors or District Staff may participate by speaker telephone. Any person requiring special accommodations at the public hearing or meeting because of a disability or physical impairment should contact the District Manager’s Office at least fortyeight (48) hours prior to the public hearing and 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 Manager’s Office. Each person who decides to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at the public hearing 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 7763-351048 Jul. 2, 9, 2026 THE CITY OF FLAGLER BEACH PROPOSES TO ADOPT THE FOLLOWING ORDINANCES ENTITLED: ORDINANCE 2026-13 An Ordinance of the City of Flagler Beach, Florida, amending Chapter 9, Fire Protection and Prevention, to adopt by reference the current edition of the Florida Fire Prevention Code and provide for investigation guidelines; providing for codification, conf licts, and an effective date Public Hearings will be conducted to consider the amendments as follows: City Commission: Thursday, July 23, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. or soon thereafter The public hearings may be continued to a future date or dates. The times and dates of any continuance of a public hearing shall be announced during the public hearing without any further published notice. The request will be heard at 5:30 PM, or as soon thereafter as possible, in the City Commission Chambers located at 105 South Second Street, Flagler Beach, Florida. If a person decides to appeal any decision made with respect to any matter considered at the above referenced hearings, he/she will need a record of the proceedings. For such purposes, it may be necessary to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons needing assistance to participate in any of these proceedings should contact the City Clerk’s Office at 386-517-2000 Ext. 233 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. 7763-351198 Jul. 2, 2026 PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT in accordance with Section 177.101 of the Florida Statutes, James Capen, on behalf of owners Jamie and Julie Inman, intends to petition the Board of County Commissioners of Flagler County, Florida, on July 12, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible during its regular scheduled meeting to vacate a portion of the 14 foot wide Drainage Easement on the rear lot of Lot 14 of Plantation Bay Section 2 A-F Unit 12B, as recorded in Map Book 40, Pages 37 through 38, Public Records of Flagler County, Florida, with the portion of the Drainage Easement to be vacated through this request being within and part of Lot 14 and more particularly described as: VACATION A THAT PORTION OF A FOURTEEN FOOT DRAINAGE EASEMENT WITHIN LOT 14 OF PLANTATION BAY SECTION 2A-F UNIT 12B, AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 40, PAGES 37 AND 38, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE NORTHWESTERLY CORNER OF SAID LOT 14, THENCE RUN S 18°50’53” E ALONG THE WEST LINE OF LOT 14 FOR A DISTANCE OF 130.00 FEET TO THE SOUTHWESTERLY CORNER OF LOT 14, THENCE N 44°50’19” E FOR A DISTANCE OF 39.55 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, THENCE N 39°47’20” W FOR A DISTANCE OF 0.29 FEET, THENCE N 58°30’30” E FOR A DISTANCE OF 2.03 FEET, THENCE S 50°10’29” W FOR A DISTANCE OF 2.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. VACATION B THAT PORTION OF A FOURTEEN FOOT DRAINAGE EASEMENT WITHIN LOT 14 OF PLANTATION BAY SECTION 2A-F UNIT 12B, AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 40, PAGES 37 AND 38, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE NORTHEASTERLY CORNER OF SAID LOT 14, THENCE RUN S 60°41’51” E ALONG THE EAST LINE OF LOT 14 FOR A DISTANCE OF 130.00 FEET TO THE SOUTHEASTERLY CORNER OF LOT 14, THENCE S 55°42’58” W FOR A DISTANCE OF 39.33 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, THENCE S 50°10’29” W FOR A DISTANCE OF 1.93 FEET, THENCE N 41°51’15” E FOR A DISTANCE OF 1.95 FEET, THENCE S 40°23’36” E FOR A DISTANCE OF 0.28 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. PURSUANT TO FLORIDA STATUTE 286.0105, EACH BOARD, COMMISSION, OR AGENCY OF

THIS STATE OR OF ANY POLITICAL SUBDIVISION THEREOF SHALL INCLUDE IN THE NOTICE OF ANY MEETING OR HEARING, IF NOTICE OF THE MEETING OR HEARING IS REQUIRED, OF SUCH BOARD, COMMISSION OR AGENCY, CONSPICUOUSLY ON SUCH NOTICE, THE ADVICE THAT, IF A PERSON DECIDES TO APPEAL ANY DECISION MADE BY THE BOARD, AGENCY, OR COMMISSION WITH RESPECT TO ANY MATTER CONSIDERED AT SUCH MEETING OR HEARING, HE OR SHE WILL NEED A RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS, AND THAT, FOR SUCH PURPOSE, HE OR SHE MAY NEED TO ENSURE THAT A VERBATIM RECORD OF THE PROCEEDINGS IS MADE, WHICH RECORD INCLUDES THE TESTIMONY AND EVIDENCE UPON WHICH THE APPEAL IS TO BE BASED. 7763-351327 Jul. 2, 9, 2026 NOTICE OF RULEMAKING REGARDING THE REVISED RULES OF PROCEDURE OF TOMOKA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT In accordance with Chapters 120 and 190, Florida Statutes, the Tomoka Community Development District (the “District”) hereby gives the public notice of its intent to adopt its proposed revised Rules of Procedure (the “Proposed Rules”). The rule number for the Proposed Rules of the District is 2026-1. Prior notice of rule development relative to the Proposed Rules was published in the Palm Coast Observer on June 25, 2026. A public hearing will be conducted by the Board of Supervisors (the “Board”) of the District on July 14, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. at 150 Flagler Plaza Drive, Palm Coast, Florida 32137, relative to the adoption of the Proposed Rules. Pursuant to Sections 190.011(5) and 190.012(3), Florida Statutes, the Proposed Rules will not require legislative ratification. The summary of, purpose and effect of the revised Rules of Procedure is to provide for efficient and effective district operations and to ensure compliance with recent changes to Florida law. The specific grant of rulemaking authority for the adoption of the Proposed Rules includes Sections 190.011(5), 190.011(15) and 190.035, Florida Statutes. The specific laws implemented in the Proposed Rule include, but are not limited to, Sections 112.08, 112.3143, 112.31446, 112.3145, 119.07, 119.0701, 120.54, 120.542, 120.5435, 120.56, 120.69, 120.81, 189.053, 189.069, 190.006, 190.007, 190.008, 190.011, 190.033, 190.035, 218.33, 218.391, 255.05, 255.0518, 255.0525, 255.20, 286.0105, 286.011, 286.012, 286.0113, 286.0114, 287.017, 287.055, and 287.084, Florida Statutes. A statement of estimated regulatory costs, as defined in Section 120.541(2), Florida Statutes, has not been prepared relative to the Proposed Rules. Any person who wishes to provide the District with a proposal for a lower cost regulatory alternative as provided by Section 120.541(1), Florida Statutes, must do so in writing within twentyone (21) days after publication of this notice to the District Manager’s Office. For more information regarding the public hearing, the Proposed Rules, or for a copy of the Proposed Rules and the related incorporated documents, if any, please contact the District Manager, c/o PFM Management Services, LLC, 3501 Quadrangle Boulevard, Suite 270, Orlando, Florida 32817, (407) 723-5900, or carvalhov@pfm.com (the “District Manager’s Office”). This public hearing may be continued to a date, time, and place to be specified on the record at the hearing without additional notice. If anyone chooses to appeal any decision of the Board with respect to any matter considered at the public hearing, such person will need a record of the proceedings and should accordingly ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made which includes the testimony and evidence upon which such appeal is to be based. At the public hearing, staff or Supervisors may participate in the public hearing by speaker telephone. Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations at this public hearing because of a disability or physical impairment should contact the District Manager’s Office at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the public hearing. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the Florida Relay Service at 1-800-955-8771 or 1800-955-8770 for aid in contacting the District Manager’s Office. Vivian Carvalho Tomoka Community Development District 7763-350213 Jul. 2, 2026 NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION Public auction: July 9, 2026 8:00 am • Location: 520 S Daytona Ave lot 49c Flagler Beach Fl 32136 • available for auction: 1987 abandoned travel trailer, tied and blocked to lot, not livable in current condition • Terms of sale: Cash only, no refunds, and items sold as-is. not movable. Must pay past due storage fees of $12,000, remodel exterior within 90 days, pay monthly lot rent and utilities and pass background check. • inquiries: unlpotential@hotmail.com • Legal notice: This auction is conducted in accordance with Florida Statutes regarding abandoned property. 7763-350937 Jul. 2, 9, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that ROBIN J. KISSEL the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2022 / 27 Year of Issuance:2022 Description of Property: That portion of Section 24, Township 10 South, Range 28 East, Flagler County, Florida, described as follows: Commence at the Northeast corner of said Section 24; Thence run

S0°- 10'-00"E, along the East line of said Section 24, 2298.65 feet; Thence run due West, 1361.96 feet to the Point of Beginning of the hereinafter described parcel of land; Thence continue due West, 330.00 feet; Thence run due South, 165.00 feet; Thence run due East, 330.00 feet; Thence run due North, 165.00 feet to the Point of Beginning. Less the East 30 feet for road, utility and drainage purposes . Also described as Tract 140 of Unit IV of the unrecorded plat of Flagler Estates. Name in which assessed: H. WESLEY WHITE JR All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction accessible from https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Jannet Dewberry, Deputy Clerk File # 26-003 TDC 7763-348713 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that ROBIN J. KISSEL the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2022 / 48 Year of Issuance:2022 Description of Property: That portion of Section 23, Township 10 South, Range 28 East, Flagler County, Florida, described as follows: Commence at the Northeast corner of Section 24 of said Township 10 South, Range 28 East, Thence run S0°-10'-00"E, along the East line of said Section 24, 483.65 feet; Thence run due West, 6801.68 feet to the Point of Beginning of the hereinafter described parcel of land; Thence continue due West, 165.00 feet; Thence run due South, 330.00 feet; Thence run due East, 165.00 feet; Thence run due North 330.00 feet to the Point of Beginning. Less the North 30 feet for road, utility and drainage purposes. Also described as Tract 478 of Unit IV of the unrecorded plat of Flagler Estates. That portion of Section 23, Township 10 South, Range 28 East, Flagler County, Florida, described as follows: Commence at the Northeast corner of Section 24 of said Township 10 South, Range 28 East; Thence run S0°-10'-00"E, along the East line of said Section 24, 483.65 feet; Thence run due West, 6636.68 feet to the Point of Beginning of the hereinafter described parcel of land; Thence continue due West, 165.00 feet; Thence run due South, 330.00 feet; Thence run due East, 165.00 feet; Thence run due North, 330.00 feet to the Point of Beginning. Less the North and East 30 feet for road, utility and drainage purposes. Also described as Tract 479 of Unit IV of the unrecorded plat of Flagler Estates. Name in which assessed: DENISE BROWN, FRED C. HILLMAN, JANICE PASTORE, LINDA PETYK All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction accessible from https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Jannet Dewberry, Deputy Clerk File # 26-004 TDC 7763-348710 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that FIG 20, LLC the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2024 / 1709 Year of Issuance:2024 Description of Property: Lot 07, Block 056, PALM COAST Map of Seminole Park, Section 58, according to the plat thereof, as recorded in Map Book 19, Page 2640, of the Public Records of Flagler County, Florida. Name in which assessed: SAMITA SPENCER All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction accessible from https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Jannet Dewberry, Deputy Clerk File # 26-005 TDC 7763-348711 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that FIG 20, LLC the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2024 / 1313 Year of Issuance:2024 Description of Property: Lot 5 of Block 21, of PALM COAST, Map of Pine Grove, Section 25,

according to the plat thereof, as recorded in Map Book 9, at Page 8, of the Public Records of Flagler County, Florida. Name in which assessed: BRIANNA D. TAYLOR, ETHEL P BROWN, OSCAR L. HINES JR, RANSOM L BROWN SR, SEAN S. HINES All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction accessible from https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Jannet Dewberry, Deputy Clerk File # 26-006 TDC 7763-348712 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that FIG 20, LLC the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2024 / 1704 Year of Issuance:2024 Description of Property: Lot 20, Block 44, OF PALM COAST, MAP OF SEMINOLE WOODS, SECTION 58, according to the Plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 19, Page(s) 26 through 40, inclusive, of the Public Records of Flagler County, Florida. Name in which assessed: CARLOS RODRIGUEZ All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction accessible from https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Jannet Dewberry, Deputy Clerk File # 26-007 TDC 7763-348714 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that FIG 20, LLC the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2024 / 1391 Year of Issuance:2024 Description of Property: Lot 10 of Block 13, of PALM COAST, Map of PINE GROVE, Section 28, according to the plat thereof, as recorded in Map Book 9, at Page 54 , of the Public Records of Flagler County, Florida. Name in which assessed: JIAR MING, JIAR MING KUNG, YAO HUA KUNG All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction accessible from https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Jannet Dewberry, Deputy Clerk File # 26-008 TDC 7763-348715 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that FIG 20, LLC the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2024 / 1331 Year of Issuance:2024 Description of Property: Lot 2 of Block 73, of PALM COAST, Map of Pine Gove, Section 25, according to the plat thereof, as recorded in Map Book 9, at Page 17, of the Public Records of Flagler County, Florida. Name in which assessed: ROWSHANAK HASHEMIYOON All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction accessible from https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Jannet Dewberry, Deputy Clerk File # 26-009 TDC 7763-348716 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that BLACK CUB, LLC the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2024 / 1576 Year of Issuance:2024 Description of Property: LOT 3, BLOCK 46, MAP OF BELLE TERRE, SECTION 35, PALM COAST PARK AT PALM COAST, A

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SUBDIVISION ACCORDING TO THE PLAT OR MAP THEREOF DESCRIBED IN PLAT BOOK 11, PAGE 2-26, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA. Name in which assessed: 16 BUNKER VIEW LLC All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction accessible from https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Stephanie Tolson, Deputy Clerk File # 26-010 TDC 7763-348590 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that FIG 20 LLC the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2024 / 1663 Year of Issuance:2024 Description of Property: PALM COAST SECTION 57 BLOCK 033 LOT 05 SUBD 0050 Name in which assessed: Pearl Albedeiwi, Roumel Albedeiwi All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction accessible from https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Dana Macdonald, Deputy Clerk File # 26-011 TDC 7763-348596 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that FIG 20, LLC FBO SEC PTY the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2024 / 1258 Year of Issuance:2024 Description of Property: LOT 13, BLOCK 9, PALM COAST, MAP OF WYNNFIELD, SECTION 23, ACCORDING TO PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 8, PAGE(S) 23 THROUGH 38, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA. Name in which assessed: OKSANA SHALAMOV All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction accessible from https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Stephanie Tolson, Deputy Clerk File # 26-012 TDC 7763-348599 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that FIG 20, LLC the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2024 / 1289 Year of Issuance:2024 Description of Property: Lot 10 of Block 27, of PALM COAST, Map of PINE GROVE, Section 24, according to the plat thereof, as recorded in Map Book 8, at Page 48, of the Public Records of Flagler County, Florida. Name in which assessed: RAMEEN HASHEMIYOON, ROBERT BABAK HASHEMIYOON, ROWSHANAK HASHEMIYOON All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction accessible from https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Jannet Dewberry, Deputy Clerk File # 26-013 TDC 7763-348717 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that FIG 20 LLC the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2024 / 1710 Year of Issuance:2024 Description of Property: Lot 08, Block 056, Palm Coast Map of Seminole Park, Section 58, according to the plat thereof, as recorded in Map Book 19, Page 2640, of the Public Records of Flagler County, Florida. Name in which assessed: Samita Spencer All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction accessible from

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https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Dana Macdonald, Deputy Clerk File # 26-014 TDC 7763-348610 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that FIG 20, LLC FBO SEC PTY the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2024 / 1714 Year of Issuance:2024 Description of Property: LOT 05 BLOCK 057 PALM COAST MAP OF SEMINOLE PARK SECTION 58 ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 19, PAGES 26-40, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA. Name in which assessed: SAMITA SPENCER All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction accessible from https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Stephanie Tolson, Deputy Clerk File # 26-015 TDC 7763-348628 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that FIG 20 LLC the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2024 / 1534 Year of Issuance:2024 Description of Property: Lot 23 of Block 25, of Palm Coast, Map of Royal Palms, Section 33, according to the plat thereof, as recorded in Map Book 10, at Page 73, of the Public Records of Flagler County, Florida. Name in which assessed: Gerald G Mahoney - Deceased, Leocadia A Mahoney - Deceased All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction accessible from https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Dana Macdonald, Deputy Clerk File # 26-016 TDC 7763-348632 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that FIG 20, LLC FBO SEC PTY the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2024 / 1439 Year of Issuance:2024 Description of Property: LOT 29 OF BLOCK 52, OF PALM COAST, MAP OF ROYAL PALMS, SECTION 029, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 10, AT PAGE 25, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA. Name in which assessed: ELSA ISAKU, SKENDER ISAKU All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction accessible from https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Stephanie Tolson, Deputy Clerk File # 26-017 TDC 7763-348658 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that FIG 20, LLC the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2024 / 1449 Year of Issuance:2024 Description of Property: Lot 1 of Block 13, of PALM COAST, Map of ROYAL PALMS, Section 30, according to the plat thereof, as recorded in Map Book 10, at Page 33, of the Public Records of Flagler County, Florida. Name in which assessed: USHA UCHHANA All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction accessible from https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Jannet Dewberry, Deputy Clerk File # 26-018 TDC 7763-348718 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that FIG 20 LLC the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2024 / 989 Year of Issuance:2024 Description of Property: Lot 14, Block 11, Palm Coast, Map of Florida Park, Section 1, according to the map or plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 5, Page (s) 79, of the Public Records of Flagler County, Florida. As amended by Instrument recorded in Official Records Book 35, Page 528, of the Public Records of Flagler County, Florida. Name in which assessed: The 49 Federal Lane Trust All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction accessible from https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Dana Macdonald, Deputy Clerk File # 26-019 TDC 7763-348665 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that FIG 20 LLC the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2024 / 1762 Year of Issuance:2024 Description of Property: Lot 15 of Block 96, of Palm Coast, Map of Seminole Park, Section 59, according to the plat thereof, as recorded in Map Book 20, at Page 8 of the Public Records of Flagler County, Florida. Name in which assessed: Parthina S Neal All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction accessible from https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Dana Macdonald, Deputy Clerk File # 26-020 TDC 7763-348683 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that FIG 20, LLC FBO SEC PTY the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2024 / 1296 Year of Issuance:2024 Description of Property: LOT 1 OF BLOCK 33, OF PALM COAST, MAP OF PINE GROVE, SECTION 24, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 8, AT PAGE 49, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA. Name in which assessed: MARGARET P MERRITT, PRESTON J MERRITT All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction accessible from https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Stephanie Tolson, Deputy Clerk File # 26-021 TDC 7763-348677 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that FIG 20, LLC the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2024 / 1804 Year of Issuance:2024 Description of Property: LOT 15, OF BLOCK 23, OF PALM COAST, MAP OF LAGUNA FOREST SECTION 64, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 18, PAGES 36-43, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA. Name in which assessed: ROSARIO LENI ALBA All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction accessible from https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Stephanie Tolson, Deputy Clerk File # 26-022 TDC 7763-348738 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that FIG 20, LLC FBO SEC PTY the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of

the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2024 / 1389 Year of Issuance:2024 Description of Property: LOT 16 OF BLOCK 11, OF PALM COAST, MAP OF PINE GROVE, SECTION 28, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 9, AT PAGE 54, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA. Name in which assessed: CELINA H PIMENTEL All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction accessible from https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Stephanie Tolson, Deputy Clerk File # 26-023 TDC 7763-348754 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that FIG 20, LLC FBO SEC PTY the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2024 / 1355 Year of Issuance:2024 Description of Property: LOT 23 OF BLOCK 49, OF PALM COAST MAP OF PINE GROVE, SECTION 26, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 9, AT PAGE 29, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA. Name in which assessed: JACQUELINE LEE All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction accessible from https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Stephanie Tolson, Deputy Clerk File # 26-024 TDC 7763-348776 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that FIG 20, LLC the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2024 / 1805 Year of Issuance:2024 Description of Property: Lot 16, of Block 23, of PALM COAST, Map of LAGUNA FOREST Section 64, according to the plat thereof, as recorded in Map Book 18, Pages 3643, of the Public Records of Flagler County, Florida. Name in which assessed: ROSARIO LENI ALBA All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction accessible from https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Jannet Dewberry, Deputy Clerk File # 26-025 TDC 7763-348794 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that FIG 20, LLC the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2024 / 1390 Year of Issuance:2024 Description of Property: Lot 9 of Block 13, of PALM COAST, Map of PINE GROVE, Section 28, according to the plat thereof, as recorded in Map Book 9, at Page 54, of the Public Records of Flagler County, Florida. Name in which assessed: JIAR HUA MING, YAO HUA KUNG All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction accessible from https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Jannet Dewberry, Deputy Clerk File # 26-026 TDC 7763-348829 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that FIG 20, LLC the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2024 / 1662 Year of Issuance:2024 Description of Property: Lot 9 of Block 23, of PALM COAST, Map of ULYSSES TREES, Section 57, according to the plat thereof, as recorded in Map Book 17, at Page 17, of the Public Records of Flagler County, Florida. Name in which assessed:

LINFORD DALEY, LUCY ANN DALEY All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction accessible from https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Jannet Dewberry, Deputy Clerk File # 26-027 TDC 7763-348841 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that FIG 20, LLC the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2024 / 1686 Year of Issuance:2024 Description of Property: Lot 13, Block 9, of Palm Coast, Map of Seminole Park, Section 58: according to the plat thereof, recording in Plat Book 19, Page 28 of the Public Records of Flagler County, Florida Name in which assessed: AUDREY A WARREN All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction accessible from https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Jessie Whitley, Deputy Clerk File # 26-028 TDC 7763-348842 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that FIG 20, LLC FBO SEC PTY the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2024 / 1380 Year of Issuance:2024 Description of Property: LOT 32 OF BLOCK 56, OF PALM COAST, MAP OF WYNNFIELD, SECTION 27, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 9, AT PAGE 49, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA. Name in which assessed: CLAIRE TARANTINO, WILLIAM C SNYDER All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction accessible from https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Stephanie Tolson, Deputy Clerk File # 26-029 TDC 7763-348849 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that FIG 20, LLC FBO SEC PTY the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2024 / 1361 Year of Issuance:2024 Description of Property: LOT 38 OF BLOCK 73, OF PALM COAST, MAP OF PINE GROVE, SECTION 26, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 9, AT PAGE 33, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA Name in which assessed: JAMISON PULGRANO All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction accessible from https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Stephanie Tolson, Deputy Clerk File # 26-030 TDC 7763-348865 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that FIG 20, LLC FBO SEC PTY the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2024 / 1749 Year of Issuance:2024 Description of Property: LOT 3, BLOCK 57, SEMINOLE PARK - SECTION 59 SEMINOLE WOODS AT PALM COAST, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 19, PAGES 41 THROUGH 50 INCLUSIVE, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA. Name in which assessed: TRACY LEE FALCIS All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction

accessible from https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Stephanie Tolson, Deputy Clerk File # 26-031 TDC 7763-348902 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that FIG 20, LLC FBO SEC PTY the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2024 / 1395 Year of Issuance:2024 Description of Property: Lot 22 of Block 17 , of PALM COAST, Map of PINE GROVE, Section 28, according to the plat thereof, as recorded in Map Book 9, at Page 55, of the Public Records of Flagler County, Florida. Name in which assessed: JOSEPHINE MALATESTINIC, NICHOLAS MALATESTINIC All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction accessible from https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Jessie Whitley, Deputy Clerk File # 26-032 TDC 7763-348903 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that FIG 20, LLC FBO SEC PTY the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2024 / 1643 Year of Issuance:2024 Description of Property: LOT 22 OF BLOCK 106, OF PALM COAST, MAP OF LAKEVIEW, SECTION 37, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 13, AT PAGE 15, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA. Name in which assessed: YUEN KWEI ZEE All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction accessible from https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Stephanie Tolson, Deputy Clerk File # 26-033 TDC 7763-348913 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that FIG 20, LLC FBO SEC PTY the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2024 / 1795 Year of Issuance:2024 Description of Property: LOT 7, BLOCK 1, PALM COAST, MAP OF LAGUNA FOREST, SECTION 64, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 18, AT PAGE 38, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA. Name in which assessed: JUAN C RIVERO, TRYMAIN C RIVERO, TRYMAN C RIVERO All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction accessible from https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Stephanie Tolson, Deputy Clerk File # 26-034 TDC 7763-348989 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that FIG 20, LLC FBO SEC PTY the holder of the following certificate(s) has filed said certificate(s) for a tax deed to be issued thereon. The certificate number(s) and year of issuance, the description of the property, and the names in which it is assessed are as follows: Certificate No:2024 / 1668 Year of Issuance:2024 Description of Property: Lot 4 of Block 41, of PALM COAST, Map of ULYSSES TREES, Section 57, according to the plat thereof, as recorded of Flagler County, Florida. Name in which assessed: GREATER DAYTON ISLAMIC FOUNDATION INC All of said property being in the County of Flagler, State of Florida. Unless such certificate or certificates shall be redeemed according to law the property described in such certificate or certificate(s) will be sold to the highest bidder via an electronic auction accessible from https://flaglerclerk.gov/ TaxDeedAuction on the 11th day of August, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Jessie Whitley, Deputy Clerk File # 26-035 TDC 7763-349004 Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026

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VOLUSIA COUNTY LEGAL NOTICES FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 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. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Summary Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered June 5, 2026 in Civil Case No. 2025 11827 CICI of the Circuit Court of the SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT in and for Volusia County, Deland, Florida, wherein LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING LLC is Plaintiff and Sara Beth Wald a/k/a Beth Wald, et al., are Defendants, the Clerk of Court, LAURA E. ROTH, ESQ., will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash electronically at www.volusia.realforeclose. com in accordance with Chapter 45, Florida Statutes on the 24th day of July, 2026 at 11:00 AM on the following described property as set forth in said Summary Final Judgment, to-wit: 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; thence East and parallel to the Southerly boundary of said Section 15 a distance of 66 feet; thence South and parallel to the Westerly boundary of said Section 15 a distance of 100 feet; thence West and parallel to the South boundary of said Section 15 a distance of 66 feet to the Point of Beginning. Also known as Lot 48-2, BAYVIEW HOMESITES. Together with an easement for road purposes over and through the Northerly 50 feet to the Southerly 678 feet and the Westerly 50 feet of the Easterly 142 feet of the Northerly 330 feet of the Southerly 818 feet of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of said Section 15, less Southerly 12 feet thereof. Commonly Known As: 1113 Millbrook Avenue, Port Orange, FL 32127 Parcel: 631506020480 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. 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, 125 E. Orange Ave., Ste. 300, Daytona Beach, FL 32114; (386) 257-6096. Hearing or voice impaired, please call 1 (800) 955-8770. /s/Robyn Katz Robyn Katz, Esq. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP Attorney for Plaintiff 225 East Robinson Street, Suite 155 Orlando, FL 32801 Phone: (407) 674-1850 Fax: (321) 248-0420 Email: MRService@mccalla.com Fla. Bar No.: 146803 25-11313FL July 2, 9, 2026 26-00451I

FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 45 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY FLORIDA CIRCUIT CIVIL DIVISION CASE NO.: 2025 14312 CICI WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS OWNER TRUSTEE OF ATLX 2025-RTL1 TRUST, Plaintiff, v. S.J.T.K ENTERPRISE LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, et al., Defendants. NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 45 IS HEREBY GIVEN that, pursuant to the Final Judgment of Mortgage Foreclosure and Other Relief dated June 24, 2026, issued in and for Volusia County, Florida, in Case No. 2025 14312 CICI, wherein WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS OWNER TRUSTEE OF ATLX 2025-RTL1 TRUST is the Plaintiff, and S.J.T.K ENTERPRISE LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY and KENOL JOSEPH are the Defendants. The Clerk of the Court, LAURA ROTH, will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, in accordance with Section 45.031, Florida Statutes, on July 29, 2026, at electronic sale beginning at 11:00 AM, at www. volusia.realforeclose.com the followingdescribed real property as set forth in said Final Judgment of Mortgage Foreclosure and Other Relief, to wit: THE SOUTHERLY 20 FEET OF LOT 1 AND THE SOUTHERLY 20 FEET

OF THE EASTERLY 50 FEET OF LOT 2 AND THE NORTHERLY 30 FEET OF THE EASTERLY 100 FEET OF LOT 7, BLOCK 43, DAYTONA GARDENS, PLAT 6, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 10, PAGE 76, PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA Property Address: 508 S Caroline St., Daytona Beach, FL 32114 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. IMPORTANT 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 the ADA Coordinator in advance of the date the service is needed: ADA Coordinator, 125 E. Orange Ave., Ste. 300, Daytona Beach, FL 32114, (386) 257-6096. Hearing or voice impaired, please call 711. Dated This 26th day of June, 2026. Respectfully submitted, HOWARD LAW 902 Clint Moore Road, Suite 220 Boca Raton, FL 33487 Telephone: (954) 893-7874 Facsimile: (888) 235-0017 Designated Service E-Mail: Pleadings@HowardLaw.com /s/ Matthew B. Klein Matthew B. Klein, Esq. Florida Bar No.: 73529 E-Mail: Matthew@HowardLaw.com 25-000621-1 July 2, 9, 2026 26-00458I

FIRST INSERTION Notice Under Fictitious Name Law According to Florida Statute Number 865.09 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the Fictitious Name of Wilkies Pool Care located at 107 N Ridgewood Ave in the City of Edgewater, Volusia, FL 32132 intends to register the said name with the Division of Corporations of the Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida. Dated this 29th day of June, 2026 David Wilkie July 2, 2026 24-00472I

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FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 45 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL ACTION CASE NO.: 2025 13385 CIDL DIVISION: 01 CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. SHANTI YAMINAH-DENISE SUTTON, et al, Defendant(s). NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN Pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated May 26, 2026, and entered in Case No. 2025 13385 CIDL of the Circuit Court of the Seventh Judicial Circuit in and for Volusia County, Florida in which Carrington Mortgage Services, LLC, is the Plaintiff and Shanti Yaminah-Denise Sutton, Eric Darnell Sutton, United States of America Acting through Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, Discover Bank, Courtland Park Community Association, Inc., are defendants, the Volusia County Clerk of the Circuit Court will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash in/on online at electronically/online at http:// www.volusia.realforeclose.com, Volusia County, Florida at 11:00AM EST on the July 28, 2026 the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment of Foreclosure: LOT 36, COURTLAND PARK PHASE 1, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 62, PAGES 104 THROUGH

FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 2025 14029 CICI U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE, FOR LHOME MORTGAGE TRUST 2024RTL1, MORTGAGE-BACKED NOTES, SERIES 2024-RTL1, Plaintiff, v. SUNSHINE HOUSING LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY; NOVIA BENT, AN INDIVIDUAL; UNKNOWN TENANT #1, UNKNOWN TENANT #2, Defendant(s), NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment dated June 8, 2026 entered in Civil Case No. 2025 14029 CICI in the Circuit Court of the 7th Judicial Circuit in and for Volusia County, Florida, wherein U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE, FOR LHOME MORTGAGE TRUST 2024RTL1, MORTGAGE-BACKED NOTES, SERIES 2024-RTL1, Plaintiff and SUNSHINE HOUSING LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY; NOVIA BENT, AN INDIVIDUAL are defendants, Laura E. Roth, Clerk of Court, will sell the property at public sale at www. volusia.realforeclose.com beginning at 11:00 AM on July 24, 2026 the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to-wit:. LOT 26, MAC-JOHN SUBDIVISION ACCORDING TO PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 27, PAGE 223, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. Property Address: 5841 Boggs Ford Road, Port Orange, FL 32127 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 DISCRETION, MAY ENLARGE THE TIME OF THE SALE. NOTICE OF THE CHANGED TIME OF SALE SHALL BE PUBLISHED AS PROVIDED HEREIN. Kelley Kronenberg 10360 West State Road 84 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33324 Phone: (954) 370-9970 Fax: (954) 252-4571 Service E-mail: ftlrealprop@kelleykronenberg.com /s/ Barron A. Becker Barron A. Becker, Esq. FBN: 1031460 File No: 3843.000324 July 2, 9, 2026 26-00456I

109, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. A/K/A 1144 AUGUST SKY DRIVE DELTONA FL 32738 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. 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., St. 300, Daytona Beach, FL 32114, 386-257-6096, within 2 days of your receipt of this notice. If you are hearing impaired, call 1-800-955-8771; if you are voice impaired, call 1-800-955-8770. THIS IS NOT A COURT INFORMATION LINE. To file response please contact Volusia County Clerk of Court, 101 N. Alabama Ave., DeLand, Fl 32724, Tel: (386) 736-5907. Dated this 15 day of June, 2026. ALBERTELLI LAW P. O. Box 23028 Tampa, FL 33623 Tel: (813) 221-4743 Fax: (813) 221-9171 eService: servealaw@albertellilaw.com By: /s/ Charline Calhoun Florida Bar # 16141 Charline Calhoun, Esq. IN/25-010973 July 2, 9, 2026 26-00450I

FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 2025 13620 CICI FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION, Plaintiff, vs. TIMOTHY PATRICK TIGHE; LISA TIGHE; GOODLEAP, LLC, Defendants. NOTICE OF SALE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to the Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered on May 27, 2026, in Case No. 2025 13620 CICI of the Circuit Court of the Seventh Judicial Circuit, in and for Volusia County, Florida, wherein FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION, is Plaintiff, and TIMOTHY PATRICK TIGHE; LISA TIGHE; and GOODLEAP, LLC are Defendants, the Office of Laura E. Roth, Volusia County Clerk of the Court, will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash beginning at 11:00 A.M. on-line at www. volusia.realforeclose.com on the 17th day of July, 2026, in accordance with Section 45.031, Florida Statutes, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: LOT 23, PLANTATION ACRES, EXCEPT THE SOUTHERLY 75 FEET THEREOF, AND EXCEPT ALL THAT PORTION OF THE NORTHERLY 125 FEET THAT LIES WITHIN 20 FEET OF THE CENTERLINE OF EDDY LANE AS NOW LAID OUT AS SHOWN IN MAP RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 23, PAGE(S) 69 AND 70, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. Also known as: 714 HERBERT ST, PORT ORANGE, FL 32129 together with all existing or subsequently erected or affixed buildings, improvements and fixtures. Any person claiming an interest in the surplus funds 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 Section 45.031, Florida Statutes. Dated the 25th day of June, 2026. SOKOLOF REMTULLA, LLP Counsel for Plaintiff 1800 NW Corporate Blvd, Suite 302 Boca Raton, FL 33431 Telephone: (561) 507-5252 Facsimile: (561) 342-4842 Primary e-mail: mshapanka@sokrem.com Secondary e-mail: pleadings@sokrem.com By: /s/ Matthew Shapanka Matthew Shapanka, Esq. Florida Bar No.: 52874 Matter No.: 25-02328 July 2, 9, 2026 26-00452I

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION Case No. 2025 14756 CICI Planet Home Lending, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. Jamie Matthews, et al., Defendants. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to the Final Judgment and/or Order Rescheduling Foreclosure Sale, entered in Case No. 2025 14756 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 Jamie Matthews; Amy-Lyn Hawk Matthews a/k/a Amy Lyn Hawk Matthews; United States of America on behalf of the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development 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 21st day of August, 2026, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: LOT 12, BLOCK 1, PLAT OF SUBDIVISION OF LOTS 3 AND 4, BLOCK 26, HODGEMAN’S SURVEY, A/K/A CONRAD SUBDIVISION, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 4, PAGE(S) 4 AND RE-PLATTED MAP BOOK 14, PAGE 167, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. TAX ID: 533937010120 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 ACCOMODATIONS BY PERSONS WITH DISABILTIES If

you are a person with a disability who needs an accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at not cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Court Administration, 101 N. Alabama Ave., Ste. D-305, DeLand, FL 32724, (386) 257-6096, 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 INFORMATION NUMBERS SOLICITUD DE ADAPTACIONES PARA PERSONAS CON DISCAPACIDADES 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, sinincurrir 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 al recibir 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 this 25th day of June, 2026. BROCK & SCOTT, PLLC Attorney for Plaintiff 4919 Memorial Hwy, Suite 135 Tampa, FL 33634 Phone: (954) 618-6955 Fax: (954) 618-6954 FLCourtDocs@brockandscott.com By /s/ Justin J. Kelley, Esq. Justin J. Kelley, Esq. Florida Bar No. 32106 File # 25-F02408 July 2, 9, 2026 26-00457I

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NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 2025 13243 CIDL NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC, Plaintiff, vs. EDWIN DE JESUS AYBAR SUAREZ A/K/A EDWIN AYBAR AND ADA DAMARIS MORALES AND NAYELI MARIE AQUINO A/K/A NAYELI AQUINO, et al. Defendant(s). NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated June 09, 2026, and entered in 2025 13243 CIDL of the Circuit Court of the SEVENTH Judicial Circuit in and for Volusia County, Florida, wherein NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC is the Plaintiff EDWIN DE JESUS AYBAR SUAREZ A/K/A EDWIN AYBAR; NAYELI MARIE AQUINO A/K/A NAYELI AQUINO; ADA DAMARIS MORALES A/K/A ADA D. MORALES; UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF NAYELI MARIE AQUINO A/K/A NAYELI AQUINO; ISPC, INC. F/K/A THE INDEPENDENT SAVINGS PLAN COMPANY D/B/A ISPC; FIFTH THIRD BANK, N.A.; VICTORIA OAKS HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. 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 July 28, 2026, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: LOT 347, VICTORIA OAKS PHASE B, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 62, PAGES 55 THROUGH 60, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. Property Address: 462 LIU LN, DELAND, FL 32724 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 25 day of June, 2026. 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 By: \S\Danielle Salem Danielle Salem, Esquire Florida Bar No. 0058248 Communication Email: dsalem@raslg.com 25-300611 - NaP July 2, 9, 2026 26-00474I

NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2026 11486 PRDL Division 10 IN RE: ESTATE OF SALLY KOENIG ULIBARRI, aka SALLY K. ULIBARRI Deceased. The administration of the estate of SALLY KOENIG ULIBARRI, also known as SALLY K. ULIBARRI, deceased, whose date of death was March 23, 2026, is pending in the Circuit Court for Volusia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is P.O. Box 6043, DeLand, Florida 327216043. 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 PERIOD 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: July 2, 2026 Signed on this 29 day of April, 2026. /s/ Selina S. Morris SELINA S. MORRIS Personal Representative 3401 E Bayshore Rd., SPC E1 Redwood City, California 94063 /s/ R. Kevin Korey R. Kevin Korey Attorney for Personal Representative Florida Bar No. 89108 Korey Law, P.A. 595 W. Granada Blvd., Suite A Ormond Beach, Florida 32174 Telephone: 386-677-3431 Email: kevin@koreylawpa.com Secondary Email: dwargo@koreylawpa.com July 2, 9, 2026 26-00475I

FIRST INSERTION Notice Under Fictitious Name Law According to Florida Statute Number 865.09 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the Fictitious Name of Sunday Coven Haus located at 119 Deep Woods Way in the City of Ormond Beach, Volusia, FL 32174 intends to register the said name with the Division of Corporations of the Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida. Dated this 26th day of June, 2026 Taylor Callahan July 2, 2026 26-00469I

FIRST INSERTION Notice Under Fictitious Name Law According to Florida Statute Number 865.09 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the Fictitious Name of Diamond Whiskers Maine Coon Cattery located at 1645 Airmont Ave in the City of Deltona, Volusia, FL 32725 intends to register the said name with the Division of Corporations of the Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida. Dated this 30th day of June, 2026 George D Baque and Crystal Arrington July 2, 2026 26-00453I

FIRST INSERTION Notice Under Fictitious Name Law According to Florida Statute Number 865.09 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, desiring to engage in business under the Fictitious Name of Staircraft located at 122 MAGNOLIA DR in the City of Ormond Beach, Volusia, FL 32176 intends to register the said name with the Division of Corporations of the Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida. Dated this 24th day of June, 2026 JOHN ALLEN DAY July 2, 2026 26-00454I

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NOTICE OF ACTION IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF FLORIDA IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 2026 11600 CICI TRUIST BANK, Plaintiff, vs. JAMIE LYNN LIEHR, et al., Defendant. To the following Defendant(s): ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, UNDER, AND AGAINST ESTATE OF SHARON KAY LIEHR A/K/A SHARON LIEHR, WHETHER SAID UNKNOWN PARTIES MAY CLAIM AN INTEREST AS SPOUSES, HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, OR OTHER CLAIMANTS ADDRESS UNKNOWN ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN PARTIES CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, UNDER, AND AGAINST THE LIEHR FAMILY REVOCABLE TRUST OF SEPTEMBER 8, 2005, A REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST, WHETHER SAID UNKNOWN PARTIES MAY CLAIM AN INTEREST AS TRUSTEES, BENEFICIARIES, OR OTHER CLAIMANTS ADDRESS UNKNOWN YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for Foreclosure of Mortgage on the following described property: LOT 35, REPLAT OF A PORTION OF PELICAN BAY, PHASE IV, UNIT III, AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 42, PAGES 157 THROUGH 160, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of you written defenses, if any, to it, on McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP, Betzy Falgas, Attorney for Plaintiff, whose address is 225 East Robinson Street, Suite 155, Orlando, FL 32801 on or before July 22, 2026, a date which is within thirty (30) days after the first publication of this Notice in 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 demand in the complaint. WITNESS my hand and seal of this Court this 22 day of June, 2026. LAURA E. ROTH, ESQ. CLERK OF COURT OF VOLUSIA COUNTY (SEAL) By /s/ Jennifer Vazquez As Deputy Clerk MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLP 225 East Robinson Street, Suite 155, Orlando, FL 32801 Phone: (407) 674-1850 Email: AccountsPayable@mccalla.com 26-20009FL July 2, 9, 2026 26-00460I

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 2018 10912 CIDL U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, vs. MIRANDA SMITH, et al. Defendant(s). NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated December 18, 2018, and entered in 2018 10912 CIDL of the Circuit Court of the SEVENTH Judicial Circuit in and for Volusia County, Florida, wherein U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION is the Plaintiff and MIRANDA SMITH; BRANDON KLEINKE A/K/A BRANDON S. KLEINKE; R.E. MICHEL COMPANY, LLC F/K/A R.E. MICHEL COMPANY F/K/A R.E. MICHEL COMPANY, INC.; FLORIDA HOUSING FINANCE CORPORATION 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 July 21, 2026, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: LOT 1, IN BLOCK 1691, OF A REPLAT OF A PORTION OF DELTONA LAKES, UNIT NINE, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 28, AT PAGE(S) 112 AND 113, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. Property Address: 1191 S COOPER DR, 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 25 day of June, 2026. 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 By: \S\Danielle Salem Danielle Salem, Esquire Florida Bar No. 0058248 Communication Email: dsalem@raslg.com 18-170920 - EuE July 2, 9, 2026 26-00473I

NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2026 11756 PRDL Division 10 IN RE: ESTATE OF JUNE C. BATES Deceased. The administration of the estate of June C. Bates, deceased, whose date of death was January 14, 2026, is pending in the Circuit Court for Volusia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 101 North Alabama Avenue, DeLand, Florida 32724. 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. 732.216732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk. 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 July 2, 2026. Personal Representative: Robert K. Bates 10 Nocoroco Court Ormond Beach, Florida 32174 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 Primary Email: service@upchurchlaw.com Secondary Email: clutes@upchurchlaw.com July 2, 9, 2026 26-00464I

NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2026-11411-PRDL IN RE: ESTATE OF GREGORY B. HEIL, Deceased. The administration of the estate of Gregory B. Heil, deceased, whose date of death was September 6, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Volusia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 101 N. Alabama Ave., DeLand, FL 32724. 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. 732.216732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk. 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 July 2, 2026. Personal Representative: Matthew Heil 5307 Crosswinds Ct. McLeansville, NC 27301 Attorney for Personal Representative: Cyrus Malhotra Florida Bar No. 0022751 THE MALHOTRA LAW FIRM P.A. 3903 Northdale Blvd., Suite 100E Tampa, FL 33624 Telephone: (813) 902-2119 Fax Number: (727)290-4044 Email: filings@FLprobatesolutions.com Secondary: cortney@FLprobatesolutions.com July 2, 9, 2026 26-00462I

NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2026-CP-11613 IN RE: ESTATE OF STAVAN FACEY, Deceased. The administration of the estate of STAVAN FACEY, deceased, whose date of death was April 20, 2026, is pending in the Circuit Court for Volusia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is PO Box 6043, DeLand, FL 32721-6043. 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. 732.216732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIOD 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: July 2, 2026. KIMBERLY JOHNSON Personal Representative 2318 Fern Palm Drive Edgewater, FL 32141 Robert D. Hines, Esq. Attorney for Personal Representative Florida Bar No. 0413550 Hines Norman Hines, P.L. 1312 W. Fletcher Avenue, Suite B Tampa, FL 33612 Telephone: 813-265-0100 Email: rhines@hnh-law.com Secondary Email: ntservice@hnh-law.com July 2, 9, 2026 26-00461I

NOTICE OF ACTION IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF FLORIDA IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 2026 10179 CIDL NEWREZ LLC, Plaintiff, vs. LEAH M REDMOND A/K/A LEAH REDMOND, et al., Defendant. To: LEAH M REDMOND A/K/A LEAH REDMOND 1152 GIOVANNI STREET, DELTONA, FL 32725 UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF LEAH M REDMOND A/K/A LEAH REDMOND 1152 GIOVANNI STREET, DELTONA, FL 32725 LAST KNOWN ADDRESS STATED, CURRENT RESIDENCE UNKNOWN YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that an action to foreclose Mortgage covering the following real and personal property described as follows, to-wit: LOT 1, BLOCK 297, DELTONA LAKES UNIT SEVEN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 25, PAGES 149 THROUGH 162, INCLUSIVE, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. has been filed against you and you are required to file a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Betzy Falgas, Esq, McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP, 225 East Robinson Street, Suite 155, Orlando, FL 32801 and file the original with the Clerk of the above- styled Court on or before July 22, 2026 or 30 days from the first publication, otherwise a Judgment may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. WITNESS my hand and seal of said Court this 22 day of June, 2026. LAURA E. ROTH, ESQ. CLERK OF COURT OF VOLUSIA COUNTY As Clerk of the Court (SEAL) BY: /s/ Jennifer Vazquez Deputy Clerk MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLP 225 East Robinson Street, Suite 155, Orlando, FL 32801 Phone: (407) 674-1850 Fax: (231) 248-0420 Email: AccountsPayable@mccalla.com 25-15563FL July 2, 9, 2026 26-00459I

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FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER IMPOSITION OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS PURSUANT TO SECTION 170.07, FLORIDA STATUTES, BY THE OAK HILL TOWN CENTER COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL PURSUANT TO SECTION 197.3632(4) (b), FLORIDA STATUTES, BY THE OAK HILL TOWN CENTER COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING OF THE OAK HILL TOWN CENTER COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT The Board of Supervisors (“Board”) of The Oak Hill Town Center Community Development District (“District”) will hold public hearings and a regular meeting at 1:30 p.m. on July 28, 2026, at the Storch Law Firm, 420 S. Nova Road, Daytona Beach, Florida 32114, to consider the adoption of an assessment roll, the imposition of special assessments to secure proposed bonds on certain benefited lands within the District, and to provide for the levy, collection, and enforcement of the special assessments. The streets and areas to be improved are geographically depicted below and are further described in the District’s Master Capital Improvement Plan, dated May 2026, (“Improvement Plan”). The public hearings are being conducted pursuant to Chapters 170, 190, and 197, Florida Statutes. . A regular meeting of the District will also be held where the Board may consider any other business that may properly come before it. All persons interested may ascertain the description of the property to be assessed and the amount to be assessed to each piece or parcel of property at the District Manager’s office located 2300 Glades Road, Suite 410W, Boca Raton Florida 33431 (“District Manager’s Office”). The District is a unit of special-purpose local government responsible for providing infrastructure improvements for lands within the District. The infrastructure improvements are currently expected to include, but are not limited to, internal roadways, wastewater and water systems, stormwater systems, off-site roads, landscape, hardscape and irrigation improvements, undergrounding of electric utilities, and other improvements including professional fees and contingency, all as more specifically described in the Improvement Plan (“Improvements”), on file and available during normal business hours at the District Manager’s Office. The District intends to impose assessments on certain benefited lands within the District in the manner set forth in the District’s Master Special Assessment Methodology Report, dated May 12, 2026 (“Assessment Report”), which is on file and available during normal business hours at the District Manager’s Office. The purpose of any such assessment is to secure bonds issued to fund the Improvements. As described in more detail in the Assessment Report, the District’s assessments will be levied against certain benefitted lands within the District. The Assessment Report identifies maximum assessment amounts for each land use category currently expected to be assessed. The method of allocating assessments for the Improvements to be funded by the District will initially be determined on an equal assessment per gross acre basis, and will be allocated on an equivalent residential unit (“ERU”) basis at the time that such property is platted, site planned, or subjected to a declaration of condominium. Please consult the Assessment Report for more details. The annual principal assessment levied against each parcel will be based on repayment over thirty (30) years of the total debt allocated to each parcel. The District expects to collect sufficient revenues to retire no more than $82,550,000.00 in debt to be assessed by the District, exclusive of fees and costs of collection or enforcement, discounts for early payment, and interest. The proposed schedule of assessments is as follows: Product Type 55’

# of Units 838

ERUs 838

Total Debt Assessment per Unit

Annual Debt Assessment per Unit*

$98,508.35

$9,308.77

*includes estimated county collection fees and early payment discount allowances

THE IMPROVEMENTS TO BE DEFRAYED BY THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS; PROVIDING THE MANNER IN WHICH SUCH SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS SHALL BE MADE; PROVIDING WHEN SUCH SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS SHALL BE PAID; DESIGNATING LANDS UPON WHICH THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS SHALL BE LEVIED; PROVIDING FOR AN ASSESSMENT PLAT; ADOPTING A PRELIMINARY ASSESSMENT ROLL; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION OF THIS RESOLUTION. WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors (the “Board”) of The Oak Hill Town Center Community Development District (the “District”) hereby determines to undertake, install, plan, establish, construct or reconstruct, enlarge or extend, equip, acquire, operate, and/or maintain the infrastructure improvements (the “Improvements”) described in the District’s Master Capital Improvement Plan, dated May 2026, attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by reference, as the same may be further amended; and WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the District to pay the cost of the Improvements by special assessments pursuant to Chapter 190, Florida Statutes (the “Assessments”); and WHEREAS, the District is empowered by Chapters 170, 190, and 197, Florida Statutes, to finance, fund, plan, establish, acquire, construct or reconstruct, enlarge or extend, equip, operate, and maintain the Improvements and to impose, levy and collect the Assessments; and WHEREAS, the District hereby determines that benefits will accrue to the property improved, the amount of those benefits, and that special assessments will be made in proportion to the benefits received as set forth in the Master Special Assessment Methodology Report, dated May 12, 2026, attached hereto as Exhibit B and incorporated herein by reference, as the same may be further amended, and on file at the office of the District Manager, c/o Wrathell, Hunt and Associates, LLC, 2300 Glades Road, Suite 410W, Boca Raton, Florida 33431 (the “District Records Office”); and WHEREAS, the District hereby determines that the Assessments to be levied will not exceed the benefit to the property improved. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE OAK HILL TOWN CENTER COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT: SECTION 1. Resolution. SECTION 2.

Recitals stated above are true and correct and by this reference are incorporated into and form a material part of this Assessments shall be levied to defray a portion of the cost of the Improvements.

SECTION 3. The nature and general location of, and plans and specifications for, the Improvements 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. SECTION 4.

The total estimated cost of the Improvements is $60,105,928.00 (the “Estimated Cost”).

SECTION 5. The Assessments will defray approximately $82,550,000.00, which includes the Estimated Cost, plus financingrelated costs, capitalized interest, a debt service reserve, and contingency. The manner in which the Assessments shall be apportioned and paid is set forth in Exhibit B, including provisions for SECTION 6. supplemental assessment resolutions. The Assessments shall be levied, within the District, on all lots and lands adjoining and contiguous or bounding and SECTION 7. abutting upon the Improvements or specially benefitted thereby and further designated by the assessment plat hereinafter provided for.

The assessments may be prepaid in whole at any time, or in some instances in part, or may 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 Volusia County (“County”) tax roll by the County Tax Collector. Alternatively, the District may choose to directly collect and enforce these assessments.

There is on file, at the District Records Office, an assessment plat showing the area to be assessed, with certain plans SECTION 8. and specifications describing the Improvements and the estimated cost of the Improvements, all of which shall be open to inspection by the public. With respect to each lien securing the series of bonds, the Assessments shall be paid in not more than thirty (30) annual SECTION 9. installments. The 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.

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 Manager’s Office at (561) 571-0010 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 Manager’s Office.

SECTION 10. The District Manager has caused to be made a preliminary assessment roll, in accordance with the method of assessment described in Exhibit B hereto, which shows the lots and lands assessed, the amount of benefit to and the assessment against each lot or parcel of land and the number of annual installments into which the assessment may be divided, which assessment roll is hereby adopted and approved as the District’s preliminary assessment roll. The Board shall adopt a subsequent resolution to fix a time and place at which the owners of property to be assessed SECTION 11. or any other persons interested therein may appear before the Board and be heard as to the propriety and advisability of the assessments or the making of the Improvements, the cost thereof, the manner of payment therefore, or the amount thereof to be assessed against each property as improved.

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. THE OAK HILL TOWN CENTER COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT RESOLUTION 2026-08 A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE OAK HILL TOWN CENTER COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT DECLARING SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS; INDICATING THE LOCATION, NATURE AND ESTIMATED COST OF THOSE INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS WHOSE COST IS TO BE DEFRAYED BY THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS; PROVIDING THE PORTION OF THE ESTIMATED COST OF

The District Manager is hereby directed to cause this Resolution to be published twice (once a week for two (2) SECTION 12. consecutive weeks) in a newspaper of general circulation within Volusia County, provided that the first publication shall be at least twenty (20) days before and the last publication shall be at least one (1) week prior to the date of the hearing, and to provide such other notice as may be required by law or desired in the best interests of the District. SECTION 13.

This Resolution shall become effective upon its passage.

PASSED AND ADOPTED this 12th day of May 2026. ATTEST: THE OAK HILL TOWN CENTER COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT /s/ Cindy Cerbone Secretary/Assistant Secretary

/s/Allen McClimon Chair/Vice Chair, Board of Supervisors

Exhibit A: Master Capital Improvement Plan, dated May 2026 Exhibit B: Master Special Assessment Methodology Report, dated May 12, 2026 July 2, 9, 2026

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THE OAK HILL TOWN CENTER COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT NOTICE OF THE DISTRICT’S INTENT TO USE THE UNIFORM METHOD OF COLLECTION OF NON-AD VALOREM SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS

THE OAK HILL TOWN CENTER COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR ANNUAL AUDIT SERVICES

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 45 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY FLORIDA CIRCUIT CIVIL DIVISION CASE NO.: 2025 14424 CICI FVX LLC IN TRUST FOR MORGAN STANLEY BANK, N.A., Plaintiff, v. S.J.T.K. ENTERPRISE LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, et al., Defendants. NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 45 IS HEREBY GIVEN that, pursuant to the Final Judgment of Mortgage Foreclosure and Other Relief dated June 17, 2026, issued in and for Volusia County, Florida, in Case No. 2025 14424 CICI, wherein FVX LLC IN TRUST FOR MORGAN STANLEY BANK, N.A. is the Plaintiff, and S.J.T.K. ENTERPRISE LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY and KENOL JOSEPH are the Defendants. The Clerk of the Court, LAURA ROTH, will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, in accordance with Section 45.031, Florida Statutes, on July 31, 2026, at electronic sale beginning at 11:00 AM, at www. volusia.realforeclose.com the followingdescribed real property as set forth in said Final Judgment of Mortgage Foreclosure and Other Relief, to wit: LOT 8, BLOCK 1, MAINLAND U.R. SUBDIVISION UNIT SEVEN ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 26, PAGE 122, PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA Property Address: 425 Walnut St., Daytona Beach, FL 32114 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. IMPORTANT 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 the ADA Coordinator in advance of the date the service is needed: ADA Coordinator, 125 E. Orange Ave., Ste. 300, Daytona Beach, FL 32114, (386) 257-6096. Hearing or voice impaired, please call 711. Dated This 24th day of June, 2026. Respectfully submitted, HOWARD LAW 902 Clint Moore Road, Suite 220 Boca Raton, FL 33487 Telephone: (954) 893-7874 Facsimile: (888) 235-0017 Designated Service E-Mail: Pleadings@HowardLaw.com /s/ Matthew B. Klein Matthew B. Klein, Esq. Florida Bar No.: 73529 E-Mail: Matthew@HowardLaw.com 25-000620-1 July 2, 9, 2026 26-00455I

Notice is hereby given that The Oak Hill Town Center Community Development District (the “District”) intends to use the uniform method of collecting non-ad valorem special assessments to be levied by the District pursuant to Section 197.3632, Florida Statutes. The Board of Supervisors of the District will conduct a public hearing on July 28, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. at the Offices of Storch Law Firm, 420 S. Nova Road, Daytona Beach, Florida 32114. The purpose of the public hearing is to consider the adoption of a resolution authorizing the District to use the uniform method of collecting non-ad valorem special assessments (the “Uniform Method”) to be levied by the District on properties located on land included in, or to be added to, the District. The District may levy non-ad valorem special assessments for the purpose of financing, acquiring, maintaining and/or operating community development facilities, services, and improvements within and without the boundaries of the District, to consist of, among other things, sanitary sewer system, water distribution system, reuse water system, stormwater management system, undergrounding of electrical service system, conservation/mitigation areas, on and offsite roadway improvements, landscape, hardscape and irrigation improvements, and/or any other lawful improvements or services of the District. Owners of the properties to be assessed and other interested parties may appear at the public hearing and be heard regarding the use of the Uniform Method. This hearing is open to the public and will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of Florida law. The public hearing may be continued to a date, time, and location to be specified on the record at the hearing. There may be occasions when Supervisors or District Staff may participate by speaker telephone. Pursuant to provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in the hearing and/or meeting is asked to contact the District Manager’s office at 2300 Glades Road, Suite 410W, Boca Raton, Florida 33431, (561) 571-0010, at least forty-eight (48) hours before the hearing and/or meeting. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the Florida Relay Service at 1-800-955-8771 who can aid you in contacting the District Manager’s Office. Each person who decides to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at the hearing is advised that person will need a record of the 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. Cindy Cerbone District Manager July 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026

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FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF RULE DEVELOPMENT BY THE DEERING PARK STEWARDSHIP DISTRICT In accordance with Chapter 120, Florida Statutes, and Chapter 2020-197, Laws of Florida, the Deering Park Stewardship District (“District”) hereby gives notice of its intention to develop revised Rules of Procedure to govern the operations of the District. The proposed rule number is ROP-2026-1. The revised Rules of Procedure will address such areas as the Board of Supervisors, officers and voting, district offices, public information and inspection of records, policies, public meetings, hearings and workshops, rulemaking proceedings, competitive purchase including procedure under the Consultants’ Competitive Negotiation Act, procedure regarding auditor selection, purchase of insurance, pre-qualification, construction contracts, goods, supplies and materials, maintenance services, contractual services and protests with respect to proceedings, as well as any other area of the general operation of the District. The purpose and effect of the revised Rules of Procedure is to provide for efficient and effective District operations and to ensure compliance with recent changes to Florida law. The specific grant of rulemaking authority for the adoption of the revised Rules of Procedure includes Chapter 2020-197(6)(6)(e), (6)(6)(q) and (6)(20), Laws of Florida. The specific laws implemented in the revised Rules of Procedure include, but are not limited to, Sections 112.08, 112.3143, 112.31446, 112.3145, 119.07, 119.0701, 120.54, 120.542, 120.5435, 120.56, 120.69, 120.81, 189.053, 189.069, 218.33, 218.391, 255.05, 255.0518, 255.0525, 255.20, 286.0105, 286.011, 286.012, 286.0113, 286.0114, 287.017, 287.055, and 287.084, Florida Statutes, and Chapter 2020-197(5), (6)(1)-(4), (6)(6)(c), (6)(6)(e), (6)(6)(q), (6) (19), (6)(20), Laws of Florida. A copy of the revised Rules of Procedure and the related incorporated documents, if any, may be obtained by contacting the District Manager, c/o Wrathell, Hunt and Associates, LLC, 2300 Glades Road, Suite 410W, Boca Raton, Florida 33431, (561) 571-0010. Cindy Cerbone, District Manager Deering Park Stewardship District July 2, 2026

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The Oak Hill Town Center Community Development District hereby requests proposals for annual financial auditing services. The proposal must provide for the auditing of the District’s financial records for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, with an option for additional annual renewals, subject to mutual agreement by both parties. The District is a local unit of special-purpose government created under Chapter 190, Florida Statutes, for the purpose of financing, constructing, and maintaining public infrastructure. The District is located in the City of Oak Hill, Volusia County, Florida. The final contract will require that, among other things, the audit for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, be completed no later than June 30, 2027. The auditing entity submitting a proposal must be duly licensed under Chapter 473, Florida Statutes, and be qualified to conduct audits in accordance with “Government Auditing Standards,” as adopted by the Florida Board of Accountancy. Audits shall be conducted in accordance with Florida Law and particularly Section 218.39, Florida Statutes, and the rules of the Florida Auditor General. Proposal packages, which include evaluation criteria and instructions to proposers, are available from the District Manager at the address and telephone number listed below. Proposers must provide one (1) electronic and one (1) unbound copy of their proposal to the offices of the District Manager, located at 2300 Glades Road, Suite 410W, Boca Raton, Florida 33431, ph: (877) 276-0889 (“District Manager”), in an envelope marked on the outside “Auditing Services, The Oak Hill Town Center Community Development District.” Proposals must be received by 12:00 p.m. on July 10, 2026, at the office of the District Manager. Please direct all questions regarding this Notice to the District Manager. District Manager July 2, 2026

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FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF RULE DEVELOPMENT BY THE WAYPOINTE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT In accordance with Chapters 120 and 190, Florida Statutes, Waypointe Community Development District (“District”) hereby gives notice of its intention to develop Rules of Procedure to govern the operations of the District. The proposed rule number is ROP2026-1. The Rules of Procedure will address such areas as the Board of Supervisors, officers and voting, district offices, public information and inspection of records, policies, public meetings, hearings and workshops, rulemaking proceedings, competitive purchase including procedure under the Consultants’ Competitive Negotiation Act, procedure regarding auditor selection, purchase of insurance, pre-qualification, construction contracts, goods, supplies and materials, maintenance services, contractual services and protests with respect to proceedings, as well as any other area of the general operation of the District. The purpose and effect of the Rules of Procedure is to provide for efficient and effective District operations and to ensure compliance with recent changes to Florida law. The specific grant of rulemaking authority for the adoption of the proposed Rules of Procedure includes Sections 190.011(5), 190.011(15) and 190.035, Florida Statutes. The specific laws implemented in the proposed Rules of Procedure include, but are not limited to, Sections 112.08, 112.3143, 112.31446, 112.3145, 119.07, 119.0701, 120.54, 120.542, 120.5435, 120.56, 120.69, 120.81, 189.053, 189.069, 190.006, 190.007, 190.008, 190.011, 190.033, 190.035, 218.33, 218.391, 255.05, 255.0518, 255.0525, 255.20, 286.0105, 286.011, 286.012, 286.0113, 286.0114, 287.017, 287.055, and 287.084, Florida Statutes. A copy of the proposed Rules of Procedure and the related incorporated documents, if any, may be obtained by contacting the District Manager, c/o Wrathell, Hunt & Associates, LLC, 2300 Glades Road, Suite 410W, Boca Raton, Florida 33431, Ph: (561) 571-0010. Andrew Kantarzhi, District Manager Waypointe Community Development District July 2, 2026

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FIRST INSERTION NOTICE TO CREDITORS (Summary Administration) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT, SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 2026 10859 PRDL DIVISION: 10 IN RE: ESTATE OF JASON ANDREW MCCREERY, 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 JASON ANDREW MCCREERY, deceased, by the Circuit Court for Volusia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is Post Office Box 6043, DeLand, FL 32721; that the decedent’s date of death was October 14, 2025; that the total value of the estate is $332,421.47 ($300,887.00 exempt property) and that the names and addresses of those to whom it has been assigned by such order are: Name Address Virginia McCreery 404 Ilex Drive Yorktown, VA 70058 ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE NOTIFIED THAT: All creditors of the estate of the decedent and persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent other than those for whom provision for full payment was made in the Order of Summary Administration must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702. ALL CLAIMS AND DEMANDS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY OTHER APPLICABLE TIME PERIOD, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The petitioner 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 sections 732.216-732.228 Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under section 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk. The date of first publication of this Notice is July 2, 2026. Signed by: /s/ Virginia McCreery Virginia McCreery, Petitioner 404 Ilex Drive Yorktown, VA 70058 /s/ Fred B. Share FRED B. SHARE, ESQUIRE Florida Bar No. 256765 1092 Ridgewood Avenue Holly Hill, FL 32117 Telephone: (386) 253-1030 Fax: (386) 248-2425 E-Mail: Fred@FredBShare.com 2nd E-Mail: Beth@FredBShare.com Attorney for Petitioner July 2, 9, 2026 26-00463I

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FIRST INSERTION REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE OAK HILL TOWN CENTER COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT RFQ for Engineering Services The Oak Hill Town Center Community Development District (“District”), located in the City of Oak Hill, Volusia County, Florida, announces that professional engineering services will be required on a continuing basis related to the District’s capital improvement plan, including stormwater management system, landscaping improvements, hardscape, recreation, and other public improvements authorized by Chapter 190, Florida Statutes. The engineering firm selected will act in the general capacity of District Engineer and will provide District engineering services, as required. Any firm or individual (“Applicant”) desiring to provide professional services to the District must: 1) hold applicable federal, state and local licenses; 2) be authorized to do business in Florida in accordance with Florida law; and 3) furnish a statement (“Qualification Statement”) of its qualifications and past experience on U.S. General Service Administration’s “Architect-Engineer Qualifications, Standard Form No. 330,” with pertinent supporting data. Among other things, Applicants must submit information relating to: a) the ability and adequacy of the Applicant’s professional personnel; b) whether the Applicant is a certified minority business enterprise; c) the Applicant’s 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 with the City of Jacksonville; 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, including the Consultant’s Competitive Negotiations Act, Chapter 287, Florida Statutes (“CCNA”). All applicants interested must submit one (1) hard copy and one (1) electronic copy of Standard Form No. 330 and Qualification Statement by 12:00 p.m. on July 17, 2026 to the attention of District Manager (“District Manager’s Office”), 2300 Glades Road, Suite 410W, Boca Raton, Florida 33431. 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 for a continuing contract. 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. 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) calendar hours (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and state holidays) 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 (including Saturdays, Sundays, and state holidays) 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 Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000). Additional information and requirements regarding protests are set forth in the District’s proposed Rules of Procedure, which are available from the District Manager. July 2, 2026 26-00468I

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2024 13181 PRDL IN RE: ESTATE OF VIRGIL WILTON LANE, JR, a/k/a VIRGIL W. LANE, JR, Deceased. The administration of the estate of VIRGIL WILTON LANE, JR, deceased, whose date of death was September 30, 2023, is pending in the Circuit Court for VOLUSIA County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is P.O. Box 6043, Deland, FL 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. 732.216732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk. 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 June 25, 2026. ROSE A LANE P.O. Address: 1817 TIFFANY PLACE, Greensboro, NC 27408 Personal Representative Hodgson Russ LLP Attorneys for Personal Representative 440 Royal Palm Way Suite 202 Palm Beach, FL 33480 Telephone: (561) 656-8013 By: Jillian E. Brevorka, Esq. Florida Bar No. 76433 Email Addresses: jbrevorka@hodgsonruss.com June 25; July 2, 2026 26-00449I

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL ACTION CASE NO.: 2024-CA-11567 RJSG FUND, LLC Plaintiff, vs. SHAHROKH SHALTOUKI, Defendant NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above-styled cause on December 12, 2025 and pursuant to a Court Order Rescheduling Sale entered on June 16, 2026 in the Circuit Court of Volusia County, Florida, Laura E. Roth, the Clerk of Court of Volusia County, Florida will sell the property situated in Volusia County, Florida, described as: Parcel 1: The Westerly 100 feet of the Northerly 1/2 of Lot 3, Block 11, Map of Kingston, according to the plat thereof, as recorded in Map Book 3, Page(s) 95, of the Public Records of Volusia County, Florida Parcel 2: Lot 13, J.E. Rawlings Re-Subdivision of Ridgewood Park, according to the plat thereof, as recorded in Map Book 6, Page(s) 179, of the Public Records of Volusia County, Florida. Property address: 726 Rawlings Ct., Daytona Beach FL 32114 at public sale, to the highest bidder, for cash, on July 29, 2026 at 11:00am. The judicial sale will be conducted electronically online at the following website: www.volusia.realforeclose.com 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. If you are a person with 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 accommodation, please contact Court Administration at Court Administration, 125 E. Orange Ave., Suite 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 appearance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. Ivan Dimitrov Ivanov, Esq. Attorney for Plaintiff, RJSG Fund, LLC 12651 N Dale Mabry Highway P.O. Box 270241 Tampa FL 33688 Telephone: 813-563-6646 theivanovlawfirm@gmail.com By: /s/ Ivan D. Ivanov, Esq. Florida Bar Number 39023 June 25; July 2, 2026 26-00437I

SECOND INSERTION NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA CIRCUIT CIVIL DIVISION CASE NO.: 2025 11115 CICI WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE OF SALUDA GRADE LOAN TRUST 4, SERIES A Plaintiff(s), vs. ELIA GOLFIN; THE UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF ELIA GOLFIN; THE UNKNOWN TENANT IN POSSESSION, Defendant(s). NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT, pursuant to Plaintiff ’s Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered on April 6, 2026 in the above-captioned action, the Clerk of Court, Laura E Roth, will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at www. volusia.realforeclose.com in accordance with Chapter 45, Florida Statutes on the 17th day of July, 2026 at 11:00 AM on the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment of Foreclosure or order, to wit: LOT 19, SAWTOOTH SUBDIVISION, ACCORDING TO MAP OR PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 38, PAGE 186, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FL. Property address: 14 Southern Pine Trail, Ormond Beach, FL 32174 Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than

SECOND INSERTION NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 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). NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated May 13, 2026, and entered in 2025 13215 CIDL of the Circuit Court of the SEVENTH Judicial Circuit in and for Volusia County, Florida, wherein COMPU-LINK CORPORATION, DBA CELINK is the Plaintiff and ALTON JONES; UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF ALTON JONES; THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ON BEHALF OF THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT 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 July 14, 2026, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: 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.

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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 OF 19, DATE OF JULY 1957) Property Address: 875 JOE SMITH LANE, LAKE HELEN, FL 32744 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 22 day of June, 2026. 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 25-327638 - MaS June 25; July 2, 2026 26-00446I

SECOND INSERTION NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2026 11675 PRDL Division 10 IN RE: ESTATE OF LUCILLE ANN REEVES, aka LUCILLE REEVES, aka LUCILLE PUMPHREY REEVES Deceased. The administration of the estate of Lucille Ann Reeves, also known as Lucille Reeves, also known as Lucille Pumphrey Reeves, deceased, whose date of death was February 15, 2026, is pending in the Circuit Court for Volusia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is P.O. Box 6043, DeLand, FL 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 or cura-

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the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens, must file a claim before the clerk reports the surplus as unclaimed. 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, 125 E. ORANGE AVE., STE. 300, DAYTONA BEACH, FL 32114, (386) 2576096. HEARING OR VOICE IMPAIRED, PLEASE CALL 711. Respectfully submitted, /s/ Stephen G. Hurley PADGETT LAW GROUP STEVEN G. HURLEY, ESQ. Florida Bar # 99802 6267 Old Water Oak Road, Suite 203 Tallahassee, FL 32312 (850) 422-2520 (telephone) (850) 422-2567 (facsimile) attorney@padgettlawgroup.com Attorney for Plaintiff Pursuant to the Fla. R. Jud. Admin. 2.516, the above signed counsel for Plaintiff designates attorney@padgettlawgroup.com as its primary e-mail address for service, in the above styled matter, of all pleadings and documents required to be served on the parties. TDP File No. 25-001111-1 June 25; July 2, 2026 26-00438I

tor 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. The written demand must be filed with the clerk. 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 June 25, 2026. Personal Representative: Jennifer Ann Fuller c/o Legacy Law Associates, P.L. 313 S. Palmetto Ave. Daytona Beach, FL 32114 Attorney for Personal Representative: W. Denis Shelley Attorney Florida Bar Number: 273872 Legacy Law Associates, P.L. 313 S. Palmetto Ave. Daytona Beach, FL 32114 Telephone: (386) 252-2531 Fax: (386) 868-5371 E-Mail: shelley@legacylaw313.com Secondary E-Mail: linda@legacylaw313.com June 25; July 2, 2026 26-00445I

THIRD INSERTION ORMOND CROSSINGS EAST COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT NOTICE OF THE DISTRICT’S INTENT TO USE THE UNIFORM METHOD OF COLLECTION OF NON-AD VALOREM SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS Notice is hereby given that the Ormond Crossings East Community Development District (the “District”) intends to use the uniform method of collecting non-ad valorem special assessments to be levied by the District pursuant to Section 197.3632, Florida Statutes. The Board of Supervisors of the District will conduct a public hearing on July 16, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at Hampton Inn Daytona/Ormond Beach, 155 Interchange Boulevard, Ormond Beach, Florida 32174. The purpose of the public hearing is to consider the adoption of a resolution authorizing the District to use the uniform method of collecting non-ad valorem special assessments (the “Uniform Method”) to be levied by the District on properties located on land included in, or to be added to, the District. The District may levy non-ad valorem special assessments for the purpose of financing, acquiring, maintaining and/or operating facilities, services and improvements within and without the boundaries of the District, to consist of, among other things, stormwater management, roadways, water, wastewater and reuse systems, earthwork, hardscape, landscape, underground electric conduit, railroad flyover/bridge, storage tank and pump station, and any other lawful improvements or services of the District. Owners of the properties to be assessed and other interested parties may appear at the public hearing and be heard regarding the use of the Uniform Method. This hearing is open to the public and will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of Florida law. The public hearing may be continued to a date, time and location to be specified on the record at the hearing. There may be occasions when Supervisors or District Staff may participate by speaker telephone. Pursuant to provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in the hearing and/or meeting is asked to contact the District Office at 2300 Glades Road, Suite 410W, Boca Raton, Florida 33431, (561) 571-0010, at least forty-eight (48) hours before the hearing and/or meeting. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the Florida Relay Service at 1-800-955-8771 who can aid you in contacting the District Office. Each person who decides to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at the hearing is advised that person will need a record of the 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 June 18, 25; July 2, 9, 2026

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THIRD INSERTION ORMOND CROSSINGS CENTRAL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT NOTICE OF THE DISTRICT’S INTENT TO USE THE UNIFORM METHOD OF COLLECTION OF NON-AD VALOREM SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS Notice is hereby given that the Ormond Crossings Central Community Development District (the “District”) intends to use the uniform method of collecting non-ad valorem special assessments to be levied by the District pursuant to Section 197.3632, Florida Statutes. The Board of Supervisors of the District will conduct a public hearing on July 16, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at Hampton Inn Daytona/Ormond Beach, 155 Interchange Boulevard, Ormond Beach, Florida 32174. The purpose of the public hearing is to consider the adoption of a resolution authorizing the District to use the uniform method of collecting non-ad valorem special assessments (the “Uniform Method”) to be levied by the District on properties located on land included in, or to be added to, the District. The District may levy non-ad valorem special assessments for the purpose of financing, acquiring, maintaining and/or operating facilities, services and improvements within and without the boundaries of the District, to consist of, among other things, stormwater management, roadways, water, wastewater and reuse systems, earthwork, hardscape, landscape, underground electric conduit, and any other lawful improvements or services of the District. Owners of the properties to be assessed and other interested parties may appear at the public hearing and be heard regarding the use of the Uniform Method. This hearing is open to the public and will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of Florida law. The public hearing may be continued to a date, time and location to be specified on the record at the hearing. There may be occasions when Supervisors or District Staff may participate by speaker telephone. Pursuant to provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in the hearing and/or meeting is asked to contact the District Office at 2300 Glades Road, Suite 410W, Boca Raton, Florida 33431, (561) 571-0010, at least forty-eight (48) hours before the hearing and/or meeting. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the Florida Relay Service at 1-800-955-8771 who can aid you in contacting the District Office. Each person who decides to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at the hearing is advised that person will need a record of the 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 June 18, 25; July 2, 9, 2026

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NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF FLORIDA IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 2025 13629 CICI AMERIS BANK, Plaintiff, vs. JOSHUA PICKETT, et al., Defendant. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Summary Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered May 13, 2026 in Civil Case No. 2025 13629 CICI of the Circuit Court of the SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT in and for Volusia County, Deland, Florida, wherein AMERIS BANK is Plaintiff and Joshua Pickett, et al., are Defendants, the Clerk of Court, LAURA E. ROTH, ESQ., will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash electronically at www.volusia.realforeclose. com in accordance with Chapter 45, Florida Statutes on the 17th day of July, 2026 at 11:00 AM on the following described property as set forth in said Summary Final Judgment, to-wit: LOT 49, MOSAIC PHASE 1A, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 58, PAGES 162 THROUGH 170, INCLUSIVE, 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. 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, 125 E. Orange Ave., Ste. 300, Daytona Beach, FL 32114; (386) 257-6096. Hearing or voice impaired, please call 1 (800) 955-8770. By: /s/Robyn Katz Robyn Katz, Esq. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP Attorney for Plaintiff 225 East Robinson Street, Suite 155 Orlando, FL 32801 Phone: (407) 674-1850 Fax: (321) 248-0420 Email: MRService@mccalla.com Fla. Bar No.: 146803 25-13519FL June 25; July 2, 2026 26-00439I

NOTICE OF ACTION CONSTRUCTIVE SERVICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 2026 10617 CIDL U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, vs. LAURA VIVIANA GIRALDO. et. al. Defendant(s), TO: JOSHUA ALANI VASQUEZ, UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF JOSHUA ALANI VASQUEZ, 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: LOT 6, BLOCK 295, DELTONA LAKES UNIT SEVEN, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 25, PAGES 149 THROUGH 162, PUBLIC RECORDS OF VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. 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 July 22, 2026 /(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 22 day of June, 2026. LAURA E ROTH CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT (SEAL) BY: /s/ Jennifer Vazquez DEPUTY CLERK Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 6409 Congress Ave., Suite 100 Boca Raton, FL 33487 PRIMARY EMAIL: flmail@raslg.com 25-353468 June 25; July 2, 2026 26-00447I

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