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YMCA is one step closer to reality in Palm Coast Palm Coast, School Board could approve proposed YMCA this month. PAGE 4A

35 years of impact Celebrating the African American Cultural Society PAGE 3B

INSIDE LANDFILL REVISITED Bunnell to revisit Project Butterfly landfill proposal, including appeals, Oct. 28. PAGE 6A

CITY SALARIES?

Palm Coast employees earning less than market average, study shows. PAGE 4A

“We honor our past, we

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The new Palm Coast Fire Station 22, located at 350 Palm Coast Parkway NE, officially opened Thursday, Oct. 8, replacing the city’s original fire station. A Palm Coast fire truck is pictured outside the modern facility following the grand opening ceremony. Photo by Rich Carroll.

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NEWS BRIEFS 20-year prison sentence for man possessing child sex material

A 64-year-old Palm Coast man arrested in April for possession of child sexual abuse material has been convicted and sentenced to 20 years in state prison, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office. Scott Beverst pleaded guilty Oct. 7 to 30 counts of possession of child sexual abuse material. Circuit Judge Dawn Nichols sentenced him to 20 years in state prison. Beverst will also be required to register as a sex offender and serve 15 years of sex offender probation following his release. According to FCSO, detectives continued examining Beverst’s electronic devices following his arrest and discovered more than 16,000 files containing child sexual abuse material, including numerous files depicting sadomasochistic abuse. The investigation began after authorities identified

COPS CORNER JULY 1

BONFIRE WITH A BANG 11:21 p.m. — Old Kings Road, Palm Coast Unlawful carrying of a concealed firearm, discharging a firearm in public. An 18-yearold Palm Coast man was arrested after allegedly firing a handgun during a large bonfire gathering in a wooded area off Old Kings Road.

suspected child sexual abuse material being downloaded to a residence on Forest Hill Drive in Palm Coast. Detectives executed a search warrant at the home April 16 and seized multiple electronic devices for forensic analysis. Beverst remains at the Sheriff Perry Hall Inmate Detention Facility awaiting transfer to the Florida Department of Corrections.

Teacher arrested after stealing prescription

An Ormond Beach woman employed as an exceptional student education teacher at Old Kings Elementary School has been arrested for possession of a controlled substance without a prescription following a Flagler County Sheriff’s Office investigation into the alleged theft of prescription medication from a coworker. According to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office, a school resource deputy was contacted on Oct. 5 after a school employee reported having video evidence showing a coworker, Deborah Gibbens, 51, of Ormond Beach, taking her prescribed hydrocodone from her office. The employee told deputies she had noticed several pills

According to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded after residents reported smoke, fireworks and a man carrying a gun near the gathering. Witnesses told deputies that a fight broke out between groups attending the bonfire, followed by gunshots. The man admitted to deputies that he fired one round into the tree line because he feared someone might shoot him. He claimed he was not aiming at anyone. Deputies located the man leaving the area in a ve-

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missing from her prescription, which she kept in a backpack in her office, approximately three weeks earlier. She then set up a surveillance camera in the office. On the day the theft was reported, the employee returned from a meeting and discovered that two of her four remaining pills were missing. Investigators said surveillance footage showed Gibbens searching through the backpack, removing the pill container, putting it back and zipping up the backpack. According to the Sheriff’s Office, Gibbens initially denied entering the backpack or taking the medication when questioned by a deputy. After being informed that the incident had been captured on camera, she admitted to taking pills on multiple occasions, beginning Aug. 31. Flagler Schools Superintendent LaShakia Moore addressed the arrest: “Flagler Schools remains deeply proud of and confident in our extraordinary faculty and staff who serve our students with dedication and care every day. One individual’s poor choice is in no way a reflection of the amazing employees across our district. When issues arise that require investigation, we take them

hicle and recovered a 9mm handgun beneath the front passenger seat. Investigators also discovered six spent shell casings near the bonfire. The man was arrested and transported to the Flagler County jail without incident.

OCT. 5

FAKE URINE, REAL TIME July 14 — Palm Coast Violation of probation, driving without a valid license. A 52-year-old Palm Coast man caught with a fake urine device while heading to a court-ordered drug treatment

seriously and cooperate fully with the necessary parties. Our primary focus remains on supporting our students and the incredible educators who serve them.” Gibbens was transported to the Volusia County Branch Jail and later released on a $2,500 bond.

Volusia to expand technology available to 911 dispatchers Volusia County Council authorized, on Oct. 6, expanding the technology available to 911 call takers. The Priority Dispatch System will provide standardized protocols and additional technology to support call takers as they assess an emergency, determine its priority, and identify the appropriate response based on each call’s circumstances. When an emergency call comes in, a trained call taker will continue to communicate directly with the caller and use the information provided to assess the situation. The Priority Dispatch System will support that work by guiding the call taker through questions tailored to the circumstances being reported and

class has been sentenced to eight years in state prison. According to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office, deputies arrested the man July 14 after spotting him driving without a valid license. While he waited in the back of a patrol car, deputies discovered a bag of yellow liquid, tubing, a heating pad and a fake male genitalia device on the floorboard. Incar video reportedly showed the man removing the items from his pants and tossing them across the back seat. He denied the items belonged

helping organize the information used to determine the appropriate response. Depending on the nature of the emergency, the information gathered can help determine whether an incident requires a medical, fire, or law enforcement response, a combination of two, or resources from all three. The system will also help determine the appropriate level of response within those disciplines based on the circumstances being reported. Rather than treating every call within a broad category the same, call takers will have an additional tool to help distinguish the needs and urgency of individual incidents. That could mean identifying when a call requires a more significant or specialized response, while also helping determine when a more limited response is appropriate based on the circumstances. The system uses protocols developed and maintained by the International Academies of Emergency Dispatch, an organization that develops research-based standards and protocols for emergency communications involving medical, fire, and law enforcement calls. Those protocols provide structured, incidentspecific guidance to help call

to him. The man was already serving community control for burglary and grand theft convictions involving stolen appliances from construction sites. On Oct. 5, a judge revoked his community control and sentenced him to eight years in prison, with credit for 114 days already served. Prosecutors later dropped the charge of attempting to defraud a urine drug test and declined to file a tampering with evidence charge.

takers gather relevant information, assess the reported circumstances, and support response decisions. Emergency communications centers across the United States and internationally already use the technology. According to its developer, the technology is used by more than 4,000 emergency communications centers worldwide, including 160 of the 200 largest cities in the United States. The system is expected to begin handling live calls in the coming months, following completion of the implementation and training process.

FCSO says man booked staycation using client’s card On Friday, deputies with the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office arrested Jesse Modzel, 45, of Palm Coast, for allegedly using a client’s credit card to pay for hotel stays and charges to his own cleaning business, Breezy Clean. Anyone who believes they were victimized by Jesse Modzel or Breezy Clean is encouraged to contact the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office at 386-313-4911.

OCT. 9

ROAD RAGE 10:53 a.m. — 1300 block of West Granada Boulevard, Ormond Beach Suspicious incident. Police responded to a hardware store after two men got into an argument in the lumber section. According to a police report, the argument between a 77-year-old Ormond Beach man and a 53-year-old South Daytona man began at the traffic light to enter the store’s parking lot. The Ormond man claimed the South Daytona man got angry at him for being stopped at the green light for too long, adding that he threatened to hit him in the face once they were inside the store. The South Daytona man told police a different story. He claimed that he politely alerted the Ormond man to the fact that the left-turn arrow was green, and that the man said something to him at the light he couldn’t understand before proceeding to remain in the lane to hold up traffic. In the parking lot, the South Daytona man said the Ormond man cut him off. After they both parked, the verbal argument ensued. Each man denied threatening the other. Due to a lack of evidence, police didn’t file any charges.

OCT. 11

LOVE HURTS 12:56 a.m. — 400 block of Sterthaus Drive, Ormond Beach Aggravated battery with a deadly weapon. A 28-yearold transient man wanted to press charges against his ex-girlfriend, alleging she had cut his genitals with a razor blade. Initially, the man said his ex, a 42-year-old Ormond Beach woman, had cut his genitals while he was sleeping, according to an incident report. He then changed his story and indicated the incident happened while he was awake. When asked why he would have claimed to be sleeping, the man responded with “You know” and a shrug, according to the report. As police asked further questions, officers discovered that the alleged incident took place two days before. The man told them he waited to report it because it hurt to walk, so he didn’t want to walk to the hospital, and that he didn’t have a phone. But, he then claimed that a friend picked him up and he spent all night after the altercation walking between a business plaza and a gas station. Police determined more investigation was needed before charges were filed.

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Debut of 22: ‘Protecting the protectors’ Palm Coast celebrates grand opening of new Fire Station 22, which replaces city’s first fire station. RICH CARROLL MULTIMEDIA PRODUCER

Palm Coast celebrated a new chapter in its fire service history on Thursday, Oct. 8, with the grand opening of Fire Station 22, replacing the city’s original fire station that served the community for nearly 50 years. City officials, firefighters, community leaders and residents gathered at the new facility at 350 Palm Coast Parkway NE for a traditional fire hose uncoupling ceremony, marking the official opening of the station. The ceremony featured remarks from city leaders, the project’s architects and construction representatives, along with a presentation of colors by the Palm Coast Fire Department Honor Guard. The original Fire Station 22 was built in 1977 by ITT and donated to the Palm Coast Fire Service District. It was the first fire station in Palm Coast and served generations of firefighters as the city grew around it. Ci ty M an ager Mike McGlothlin said the new facility represents more than simply replacing an aging building. “This isn’t just a new building. It is a new home for the men and women who run toward emergencies when most of us are trying to get away from them,” McGlothlin said. He credited current and former City Council members, city staff, architects and contractors for bringing the project to completion. Mayor Mike Norris reflected on the importance of the fire department, sharing a personal story about how Palm Coast firefighters saved his wife’s life during a medical emergency in 2009 while he

The new Palm Coast Fire Station 22 features a modern entrance and distinctive red signage. The station, located at 350 Palm Coast Parkway NE, celebrated its grand opening Thursday, Oct. 8, replacing the city’s original fire station. Photos by Rich Carroll.

was working out of state. “My wife had a medical emergency. I was not here. It was her and our two little boys. And our fire service saved her life,” Norris said. Norris also expressed his desire to see the original Fire Station 22 historically preserved, although he acknowledged funding would need to be raised for that effort. The new station was designed with two primary goals: improving emergency response times and protecting firefighters’ physical and mental health. Fire Chief Kyle Berryhill said the building’s layout, apparatus access, living quarters and emergency alert systems were designed to help firefighters respond more efficiently. “When someone cannot breathe or fire is growing, time matters,” Berryhill said. The station also includes individual sleeping quarters, improved decontamination areas, fitness facilities and

Palm Coast City Manager Mike McGlothlin and Stormwater and Engineering Director Carl Cote.

living spaces designed to reduce harmful exposures and support firefighter wellness. Berryhill said the department responded to more than 18,700 calls during the previous fiscal year, emphasizing the importance of preparation and reliable equipment. “If we expect firefighters to take care of our community, we have a responsibility to take care of them,” Berryhill said. The station also incorporates environmentally conscious design features. Zoran Lozanovski, associate principal with Schenkel Shultz, the architectural firm responsible for designing the facility, said the building was designed to meet LEED certification standards. According to Lozanovski, the station is designed to produce more energy than it consumes, making it a netpositive energy building. The facility also incorporates water-saving fixtures designed to reduce water consumption by 13.6%. Indoor air quality was another major consideration, with features intended to minimize firefighters’ exposure to contaminants. Tim Moore, general superintendent with WhartonSmith Inc., thanked the firefighters and city employees who worked alongside the construction team throughout the project. “We build the buildings that protect the protectors,” Moore said. Deputy Fire Chief Brad Clark, who served as master of ceremonies, said Station 22 averages approximately 15

emergency calls per day, illustrating the demands placed on firefighters serving the surrounding neighborhoods. Following the remarks, city officials, firefighters and project representatives gathered for the ceremonial uncoupling of a fire hose. Attendees were also invited to tour the new facility and see firsthand how modern fire station design has evolved. For Berryhill, the building represents an investment not only in public safety but also in the neighborhoods where Palm Coast began. “As Palm Coast grows, we must invest in the places where our community began as well as the places that it’s growing,” Berryhill said.

Palm Coast City Council members Dave Sullivan and Ty Miller.

Palm Coast City Councilman Charles Gambaro, Donna McGevna and Mayor Mike Norris

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Plan for YMCA in Town Center to be considered this month The Volusia Flagler YMCA, city and school district would share in the $14M cost, projected for 2028.

PROPOSED YMCA

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Palm Coast City Council members reviewed plans for a new YMCA during their Oct. 13 workshop, discussing a proposed lease agreement and how the long-awaited facility would be funded. The proposed YMCA would be built on city-owned property at 1580 Central Ave., in Town Center. The approximately 46,300-squarefoot facility would include a wellness center, a 50-meter Olympic-size swimming pool and a separate family pool. Representatives of Volusa Flagler Family YMCA outlined a $14 million construction budget, with funding expected from the organization, the city, the state and the Flagler County School District. The YMCA’s proposed $8 million contribution includes $3.25 million in state funding, $2 million in mortgage financing, $1 million from a private donor and a goal of raising another $1.75 million from the community. The organization is also seeking $3.5 million from the city and $3 million from the school district. Vice Mayor Theresa Pontieri emphasized the importance of the Flagler County School Board’s participation. “My approval of this is conditional on the School Board being on board,” Pontieri said. She emphasized that the facility must accommodate school swim teams, competitive swimming groups and recreational swimmers. Without the school district’s funding, she said, the project could lose one of its two planned pools. YMCA representatives said design changes have already reduced projected construction costs, including plans for an open-air gymnasium with multiple basketball and volleyball courts that would

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CITY WATCH Palm Coast completes review of cultural arts grant applications Palm Coast’s cultural arts grant application and review process is complete, with eight organizations recommended for $85,392 in funding during the 2026-27 fiscal year. The Flagler County Cultural Council (FC3) presented the results to the City Council during its Oct. 13 workshop. All eight applicants met the minimum qualifying score. Seven previously received grants, while City Lights Inc. is a new applicant.

New lights at Indian Trails Sports Complex

The City of Palm Coast has completed the installation of 10 new field lights at Indian Trails Sports Complex, expanding opportunities for evening and nighttime sports. The $714,494 project was funded in part by a $357,247 grant from the Flagler County Tourism Development Office. The Flagler County Commission approved the funding May 18. The lights were installed on multipurpose fields 6 through 8, meaning all eight multipurpose fields now have lighting.

Artist rendering of the swimming pools and 20-foot decks at the proposed Palm Coast Family YMCA. Courtesy photos

eventually be closed in. The YMCA is targeting groundbreaking in winter 2026 and completion by winter 2028. SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER CONCERNS

At a Flagler School Board workshop later in the day, board members also had concerns. The proposed 35-year initial lease with the district calls for Flagler Schools’ $3 million contribution to be paid upon completion of the aquatic facility, but the YMCA would like to advance that payment, said Lauren Johnston, the school district’s chief of operational services. The lease calls for the district to have priority scheduling for aquatic facilities and other designated spaces with no rental or user fees. But board member Will Furry inquired if penalties could be added for potential construction delays. Volusia Flagler YMCA President Chris Seilkop and board member John Walsh told the board that the district’s two high schools would be able to use the aquatic facility at the same time if needed. Board member Janie Ruddy

asked how scheduling would be affected with community use should the district build a third high school. District Superintendent LaShakia Moore said staff would look into “adding clear language for use from a future school, triggers around payment with information about

bond with that, some form of penalty and date incorporated in that same conversation and sharing information with this board about our ability to use the funds in this fashion.” The district is scheduled to have the information for the board at its Oct. 27 workshop to be added to the agenda

Breakdown of facility and costs: Building: Approximately 46,300 square feet, cost $14 million Wellness Center: 9,000 square feet, $2.5 million Adult and youth locker rooms: 4,500 square feet, $1.5 million Childcare rooms: 3,000 square feet, $1 million Group execise room: 2,000 square feet, $1 million Kids zone room: 1,000 square feet, $500,000 Zero-entry Olympic size pool and second family pool: 21 lanes, $4 million Sports gym (five volleyball courts): $17,000 square feet, $1.5 million

for approval at the business meeting later that evening. The City Council is expected to consider approval of its proposed lease at its Oct. 20 meeting. Email rich@observerlocalnews.com.

An artist rendering of the open-air sport gym at the proposed Palm Coast Family YMCA.

City staffers earn less than market average RICH CARROLL MULTIMEDIA PRODUCER

Palm Coast employees earn an average of 5.6% less than workers in comparable government positions, according to preliminary findings from a compensation study presented to the City Council during its Oct. 13 workshop. The study, conducted by Evergreen Solutions LLC, examined employee salaries, benefits and job classifications, comparing Palm Coast with 19 government employers. Evergreen project manager Mark Holcombe said the city’s salary ranges are generally competitive, but actual employee earnings fall below the market average. The study found that 47.3% of city employees earn less than $60,000 annually, while approximately threequarters are paid below the midpoint of their assigned salary ranges. Vice Mayor Theresa Pontieri encouraged the consultant to consider the city’s entire compensation package, including benefits, when comparing Palm Coast with other governments. “We wanted to ensure the benefits remained very attractive to possible employees. So I would recommend looking at a fully burdened position rather than just a salary moving forward,” Pontieri said. Pontieri also pointed out that competitive salaries were not among the leading reasons employees chose to work for the city or remained employed there. “It’s very apparent from the survey that they care about stability, culture, location, the benefits and transparency,” she said. Council member Ty Miller agreed that evaluating total compensation would provide a clearer comparison with other governments. “Potentially you could be strong

Even with concerns about pay, employees generally had positive things to say about the city’s benefits, with 58.2% reporting they were satisfied. File photo

one side and not strong on the other, but the whole package is competitive,” Miller said. “So I think it’d be good to see both.” Mayor Mike Norris pointed to inflation as a major factor in how people view salaries today, comparing military wages in 1989 with current earnings. “When people say, ‘I can’t believe they make that much money,’ well, things have changed,” Norris said. “The inflation has gone up, what, 200% since 1989.” The study also found that 16 city positions, representing 50 employees, have salary ranges at least 5% below market minimums. That number could increase as wages rise elsewhere.

Even with concerns about pay, employees generally had positive things to say about the city’s benefits, with 58.2% reporting they were satisfied. Evergreen recommended reviewing the city’s pay structure, focusing on positions with the largest salary gaps compared with other governments and exploring ways for employees to advance within their salary ranges. Final recommendations, including potential implementation costs, are expected in January 2027. Any changes could be considered for the fiscal year 2028 budget. The presentation was for discussion only, and council took no formal action.

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CITY WATCH Flagler Beach approves miniature golf course proposal The Flagler Beach City Commission unanimously approved a special exception Oct. 8 allowing a miniature golf course at 1000 S. Ocean Shore Blvd. The proposed Flagler Mini Golf would be located in the city’s General Commercial zoning district. Although recreational facilities are permitted in the district, miniature golf requires special approval. Attorney Dennis Bayer, representing the applicant, told commissioners the project would not require rezoning. He said the development team had worked with neighboring residents to address concerns about lighting, noise, traffic and compatibility with nearby homes. City staff recommended approval with several conditions, including at least 37 off-street parking spaces, lighting that complies with sea turtle protection regulations and an 11 p.m. closing time. However, commissioners did not specifically adopt the proposed closing time. Hours of operation could be revisited as the project moves through further review. The applicant must still obtain final site plan approval before moving forward with development.

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Flagler Beach OKs Ocean Palms golf plan RICH CARROLL MULTIMEDIA PRODUCER

The long-awaited renovation of Ocean Palms Golf Course is moving forward after the Flagler Beach City Commission voted 3-1 on Oct. 8 to approve the project’s major site plan. The approval clears a significant hurdle for the redevelopment of the golf course at 3600 S. Central Ave., which includes a new clubhouse, expanded parking and improvements to the existing course. Commissioner RJ Santore was the only one to vote against the project, saying he still had questions about whether it met city requirements and wanted more time to review staff’s responses. Jeff Ryan, owner of Ocean Palms Golf Club, told commissioners the project has been in development since January 2024. “This has been a labor of love since taking over this project in January 2024,” Ryan said. Ryan said preliminary construction could begin around midNovember, assuming the remaining permitting process moves forward without delays. Once full construction begins, Ryan estimated the golf course would take approximately 27 weeks to complete. Installation of new turf is expected around late March or early April. Commissioner Scott Spradley raised concerns about the property’s current appearance, saying residents have expressed frustration with the

“This has been a labor of love since taking over this project in January 2024.” JEFF RYAN, owner of Ocean Palms Golf Club

Jeff Ryan addresses the Flagler Beach City Commission during its Oct. 8 meeting. Photo courtesy of the city of Flagler Beach meeting livestream

deteriorating condition of the closed course. Ryan said crews have maintained the approximately 39-acre property several times a week, but the lack of a functioning irrigation system has made restoring its appearance difficult. Commissioners also discussed parking, drainage and the proposed clubhouse’s appearance. Commissioner James Sherman suggested using permeable pavers in the parking lot to help address drainage concerns. Ryan said he would be willing to consider the suggestion. Mayor Patti King expressed reservations about the clubhouse design. “It looks really industrial. It looks like a warehouse,” King said, adding that the building was not what she had envisioned. City planning staff explained that architectural modifications had been made to address design requirements. Commissioners also raised questions about parking. City staff said

the project would have 109 parking spaces, with some spaces serving visitors using different parts of the facility. Santore said he had submitted questions about the plans but received staff’s responses too late to thoroughly review them before the meeting. “I want to get to a yes, and I’m just not there yet,” Santore said, suggesting a two-week delay. Ryan warned that postponement would create additional financial and scheduling difficulties, particularly as the project approaches the final stages of financing. Despite Santore’s objections, commissioners agreed to move forward. Chairman Eric Cooley joined Spradley and Sherman in approving the site plan. Santore voted against it. Commissioner John Cunningham did not participate in the recorded vote. The approval brings Ocean Palms another step closer to reopening,

Flagler Beach waives most fees for Tommy Tant Surf Classic

The Flagler Beach City Commission voted Oct. 8 to waive most fees for the 24th annual Tommy Tant Memorial Surf Classic, scheduled for Oct. 23-25. Under the agreement, organizers will pay only half the cost of police coverage, with the city waiving the remaining event fees. Will Tant told officials the nonprofit has paid nearly $10,000 in city event fees over the past five years, money that could otherwise support scholarships and local surfers. Tant said the organization awards $20,000 annually to four athletes, helping them travel and compete internationally. City staff originally estimated this year’s event costs at $1,296.15, including police coverage. The city plans to hold a workshop to review special event fees.

Outdoor entertainment at Redneck Rick

The Flagler Beach City Commission unanimously approved an annual outdoor entertainment permit Oct. 8 for Redneck Rick Backyard Cooking, located at 1536 S. Ocean Shore Blvd. The restaurant is now allowed to offer amplified and non-amplified entertainment 6-8 p.m. Fridays and 4-8 p.m. Saturdays. A maximum of 46 customers is allowed under the restaurant’s license. Commissioners also discussed parking and noise. The restaurant has received written permission from neighboring property owners to share parking spaces, although a formal agreement has not yet been signed.

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BUNNELL

CITY WATCH Bunnell moves forward with search for new city manager

The Bunnell City Commission approved an updated job description Oct. 12, clearing the way to begin recruiting a permanent city manager. Commissioners agreed to conduct the search internally rather than hire an outside recruitment firm, continuing the city’s traditional approach to filling the position. Vice Mayor John Rogers proposed changing the supervisory experience requirement to six years. Commissioners approved the revised job description following a motion by Rogers and a second by Commissioner David Atkinson. The advertised salary range is $117,852.80 to $188,572.80 annually, according to the city’s agenda packet. Mayor Catherine Robinson said the position will be advertised, with applications collected by the city’s Human Resources Department and forwarded to commissioners for review. The search follows the departure of former City Manager Alvin Jackson. Police Chief David Brannon is serving as interim city manager while the city works to fill the position permanently. What else is happening in Bunnell? Email Rich Carroll at rich@observerlocalnews. com.

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Bunnell to revisit landfill proposal Oct. 28 RICH CARROLL MULTIMEDIA PRODUCER

The Bunnell City Commission has scheduled a special hearing for 9 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28, to consider 18 appeals involving Project Butterfly, a proposed landfill west of Bunnell that has drawn significant opposition from residents and neighboring property owners. Commissioners agreed to the date by consensus during their Oct. 12 meeting, following a lengthy explanation from City Attorney Paul Waters about how the appeals will be handled. The appeals challenge the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board’s September decision involving the proposed landfill on approximately 610 acres along County Road 45. According to the city’s agenda, the deadline to file appeals was Oct. 1, with 18 applications submitted. Waters explained that the hearing will be conducted de novo, mean-

ing the commission will consider the application from the beginning rather than simply reviewing the planning board’s previous decision. “This is a hearing unlike any other that you’ve ever seen before, or probably you ever see again. It’s highly unusual,” Waters said. The hearing will begin with presentations from city staff and the landfill applicant, followed by arguments from those who filed appeals. Members of the public will also have an opportunity to speak, with comments limited to four minutes. Waters warned commissioners to prepare for a lengthy hearing, noting that public comments alone lasted several hours during the earlier planning board proceedings. The hearing’s format prompted questions from residents who worried that starting the process over could disadvantage those challenging the planning board’s decision. Waters responded that a new hearing would allow additional evidence,

expert testimony and witnesses that might otherwise be excluded from a traditional appeal. Flagler County Deputy County Attorney Sean Moylan confirmed that the county had filed an appeal and supported the de novo process. Moylan said the county intends to challenge the project’s consistency with Bunnell’s comprehensive plan. The commission also agreed to bring in outside legal counsel after Waters identified a conflict of interest in representing both the planning board and City Commission during the appeals. Commissioners approved Vice Mayor John Rogers’ motion to retain attorney Steve Alexander, subject to contract arrangements and a conflict check. Waters also explained that the commission’s decision could be challenged in circuit court through a petition for writ of certiorari, with affected parties having 30 days to file.

Members of the Bunnell City Commission, city staff and public safety personnel gather for a group photo following the proclamation recognizing Oct. 19-25, 2026, as Florida City Government Week during the Oct. 12 City Commission meeting. Photos by Rich Carroll.

New Bunnell Police Detective Steve Gazdick (center) is joined by members of the Bunnell City Commission and fellow officers following his swearing-in ceremony on Oct. 12, 2026.

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Bunnell approves livestreaming of meetings The Bunnell City Commission voted unanimously Oct. 12 to begin livestreaming city meetings, a move aimed at improving transparency and making local government more accessible to residents. Residents supported the proposal, saying livestreaming would allow people to follow city business without attending meetings or requesting recordings. Mayor Catherine Robinson raised questions about equipment costs, which have not yet been determined. Commissioners discussed starting with a few cameras and expanding later. Robinson asked staff to see whether livestreaming could be implemented before the Oct. 28 Project Butterfly landfill appeals hearing.

New detective has 25 years of experience

The Bunnell Police Department welcomed its newest detective, Steve Gazdick, during a swearingin ceremony at the Oct. 12 City Commission meeting. Gazdick (pictured below main story on this page) brings 25 years of experience, including a lengthy career with the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office. Gazdick also has 24 years of instructional experience, training law enforcement personnel in firearms, defensive tactics and vehicle operations. His qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in emergency management and a master’s degree in public administration from Barry University.

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MY VIEW ANDREW KOSWASKI

Saving sea turtles starts with you. Here’s how to help. Even after nesting seasons ends, sea turtle conservation is important, and there is much that you can do.

ANDREW KOSWASKI GUEST WRITER

This has been a huge year for sea turtles along the Florida coastline. As of Sept. 30, there have been 193,012 nests recorded. This compares to last year’s total at 169,452. As nesting winds down, there are more nests hatching out than being laid. The same considerations that are given to nest-

ing mamas need to be given to newly emerged hatchlings. Keeping lights off the beach, not disturbing the hatchlings as they make their way to the ocean, and keeping the beach clear of debris such as holes, sand castles, beach chairs, and umbrellas overnight. Even after nesting seasons ends, sea turtle conservation is important, and there is much that you can do during the rest of the year. Let’s start with what happens right after hatching. As local sea turtle hatchlings leave their nest, they begin the 23-mile-long journey to the Sargasso Sea. The Sargasso Sea is an area of circulation off the east coast of the U.S. where Sargassum seaweed, a brown macroalgae that commonly washes onto the beaches of Flagler County, proliferates. Here, the turtles spend the early years of their lives within the large floating protective

A green sea turtle hatchling. Courtesy photos

This year, over 193,000 sea turtle nests have been observed in Florida, up from 169,000 last year.

mats of Sargassum that serve as both refuge and a food source. This area is more than a collection point for young sea turtles; it collects vast amounts of plastic as well. Smaller bits of plastic are ingested by sea turtles, intentionally and accidentally, which can become lodged in their digestive tracts. This threat also affects adult sea turtles, as plastic bags and bottles can be mistaken for food sources such as jellies. Reducing the amount of plastic we use as individuals, either in the form of single use, such as straws or cutlery, or avoiding plastic packaging, will reduce the amount of plastic entering our oceans. Even well-intentioned recycled plastic can end up in our oceans. Entanglement in fishing gear is a danger all ages of sea turtles face. Nets and lines, even from recreational fishing, can wrap

around appendages and cut off circulation, while hooks and trailing lines can pierce soft body parts. This detritus hanging off sea turtles can exhaust them and cause them to wash ashore or, in some cases, drown. Always make sure you dispose of old fishing tackle appropriately, within designated bins, to minimize chances of it ending up in the ocean. As a consumer of seafood, you can help support proper commercial fishing practices by using guides such as Seafood Watch. As adults, green sea turtles rely on seagrass for the majority of their diet. However, polluted runoff has decimated local seagrass beds. High nutrient loads from fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides contribute to unhealthy algae blooms that block out the sunlight required by seagrasses to grow. In order to lessen

these effects, you can help by planting buffer gardens on the edge of your property, especially if you live on the waterfront. These gardens can help capture and filter runoff before it enters our waterways. Planting native grasses and shrubs helps trap and filter chemical and physical pollutants out before they reach larger waterways. Additionally, making sure cars and boats are not leaking fluids — such as oil and gas — helps reduce the amount of these pollutants from entering the waterways, where they cloud the water and reduce light availability. Lastly, supporting organizations such as Flagler Turtle Patrol also helps. Many of these organizations are run by dedicated volunteers to help sea turtle populations recover. In 2025, green sea turtles were downlisted from “Endangered” to “Least Concern” on the IUCN’s red

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list. Much of the credit has been given to local groups worldwide, but as individuals we can all work to ensure our actions help to make sure these majestic creatures are around for another 150 million years. Andrew Koswaski is a volunteer with the Flagler Turtle Patrol. He is currently pursuing a master’s degree in biology at Miami University.

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Oops, missed the launch

BRIAN MCMILLAN PUBLISHER

On Oct. 13, before dawn, I was teaching my daily seminary class of about 20 teenagers, at my church. We studied Isaiah 58 about God’s blessings for a sincere fast: “to loose the bands of wickedness, to undo the heavy burdens, and to let the oppressed go free.”

Afterward, I saw this picture (see the right of this page) of the rocket launch, as seen above our church in Bunnell, posted on Facebook by my friend Janeen DeVaney. Then I remembered that my wife, Hailey, had told me the night before that a rocket launch was planned for the exact time when my class would be taking place — but I had forgotten all about it. I wish I would have paused and led everyone walk outside

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Chong’s tenure marked by hyperpartisanship Dear Editor: With the primary election defeat of Jill Woolbright and Will Furry, the Flagler County School Board has presumably and hopefully seen a shift away from extremist ideology and divisive behavior. But there remains the District 4 seat to be decided in the November election with board member Christy Chong attempting to retain her position running against Trever Tucker. Chong is no stranger to controversy. During her tenure, her hyperpartisanship and ideological discord became apparent in what should unconditionally be nonpartisan and secular school governance. Her religious fervor aligned closely with Woolbright and Furry and was exemplified by her attendance in 2022 with both at a church political campaign function. The theme of the church gathering was to promote the threesome taking conservative Christian control of our School Board. The congregation leader disparaged “liberal” thinking, promoted

Christian values while Jill Woolbright expressed her fears that evil had taken over the school district. On stage, Chong and Furry seemed agreeable with the message of that church gathering that was both political and religious in tone and substance. And that represents the very antithesis of what a nonpartisan and secular school board should be. Thus far, there has been no assurance from Chong that she will not carry on as a surrogate for her like-minded former board members, carry on the desire to wage school district spiritual warfare to purge it of evil spirits, while continuing being an emissary of controversial ultra-conservative political views. By re-electing Christy Chong, we may risk the overdue chance to return our School Board to an entity of moderation and collaboration void of partisan or religious alignment. TRACY HOWARD Palm Coast The Observer gave Flagler County School Board Chair Christy Chong an opportunity to respond to the above letter. Her response follows:

Facts matter more than accusations Dear Editor: I respect the right of every individual in our community to express their opinions, including those who disagree with me. However, I also believe there is a responsibility to distinguish personal opinions from facts, particularly when questioning someone’s character, integrity, and record of public service. A recent letter to the editor made several accusations about my service on the Flagler County School Board, attempting to associate me with religious statements and political motivations that do not reflect my actions or my record. Let me be clear. Throughout my time on the School Board, I have never attempted to impose my religious beliefs on our schools, nor have I advocated for religion to dictate district policies or educational decisions. I have remained focused on academic excellence, student safety, fiscal responsibility, and keeping political agendas out of our classrooms. The references to “evil spirits” and “spiritual war-

to see it! I guess it’s a reminder that, if we get caught up in our routines, we can miss extraordinary things happening right outside our doors. At the same time, the words of the prophets give us a true view of the heavens that can help us to lift the heavy burdens of life. Like the jellyfish bursting across the sky, Isaiah 58 is a shocking revelation to the people in his day (and ours): Don’t follow God just to look pious; follow God because you will be set free.

I was inside this church at the time. Good thing Janeen DeVaney was outside in the parking lot to take this incredible photo!

fare” are particularly troubling because these are not statements I have ever made, nor are they positions I have advocated. Associating me with someone else’s words simply because we attended a church event is neither fair nor an accurate representation of my service. Attending a church gathering does not define my record as an elected official. Four years of public meetings, votes, and decisions provide a far more accurate picture of how I have served this community. I am a Christian, and I make no apologies for my faith. But my personal beliefs do not diminish my ability to represent and respect families of all backgrounds and beliefs. Religious freedom and mutual respect should extend to everyone, including those who serve in public office. It is no more appropriate to judge my ability to serve based on my Christian faith than it would be to judge someone else for holding different beliefs. True nonpartisanship means evaluating people by their decisions and actions, not judging them by their faith, their associations, or the political labels others choose to assign them. I believe our community deserves better than

political labels and personal assumptions. We should be able to disagree respectfully without questioning someone’s intentions or assigning beliefs to them that they have never expressed. When I first ran for the School Board four years ago, I wanted to make a positive difference in our education system. Today, I am proud of the progress we have made. Flagler Schools has earned an A rating, reflecting the tremendous dedication of our students, teachers, staff, administrators, and families. That achievement is something our entire community should celebrate, regardless of political affiliation. And while public service comes with criticism, I would remind our community that behind every elected position is a real person. I am a wife, a mother of three boys, a healthcare professional, and someone who has called Flagler County home for many years. I am raising my children in the same community and school system that I have the privilege of serving. The decisions we make affect my family, too. I want what every parent wants: safe schools, strong academics, dedicated teachers, and opportunities for our children to succeed. That is what motivates me, not a

political or religious agenda. I also encourage anyone with questions about my beliefs, my decisions, or my service to reach out to me directly. Have a conversation with me. Ask the difficult questions. It is easy to make accusations about someone from behind a keyboard. It is another thing entirely to have an honest conversation, ask difficult questions, and seek the truth. You may not always agree with my perspective, but I will always welcome respectful and honest dialogue. Please do not allow someone else’s interpretation of who I am to replace the opportunity to know me and understand my record. Our children deserve a community that can rise above political division and work together for their success. That has been my commitment from day one, and it will continue to be my commitment moving forward. I would much rather be judged by my record than by someone else’s assumptions about who I am. CHRISTY CHONG Flagler County School Board, District 4

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ELECTION GUIDE OCTOBER 15, 2026

General Election: Nov. 3, 2026

HOW TO USE THE GUIDE

As a voter, what do you think about the state of our community? What do you want to see in the future? We asked the candidates who are on the Nov. 3 ballot to consider several statements and tell us how much they agree or disagree, on a scale of 1-10. A “1” means you completely disagree; a “10” means you completely agree. (Note: There is no neutral number. A “5” means you slightly disagree; a “6” means you slightly agree.) The candidates then explained their responses in 25 words or less. At a glance, you can now see where the candidates differ, and why, in each race. You can thank us later. Or, just vote. — BRIAN MCMILLAN, PUBLISHER

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Theresa Carli Pontieri

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 Years in Flagler: 10  Qualifications: I’m an attorney by trade, have

been on the Palm Coast City Council for four years, and have been the Vice Mayor for the last two years. A natural problem solver. A fighter for people’s legal rights, advocating for those who would otherwise have no voice.  Priorities: Economic development, improve infrastructure, reduce the cost of living for things the county controls, public safety, protect the quality of life.

advisory boards.  Priorities: Keeping our basic services across all departments, and focusing on our infrastucture just a little more than in the past.

On a scale of 1 to 10, how much do you agree with these statements? I support Amendment 3 to reform property taxes.

Disagree

Agree

Incumbent DISTRICT 4

Christy Chong

DISTRICT 4

 Years in Flagler: 25  Qualifications: Current School Board chair. Master of Science in Nursing

Trevor Tucker  Years in Flagler: Lifetime, excluding college  Qualifications: Served

over 12 years on Flagler County School Board, business owner, parent  Priorities: Strong academics, safety, fiscal responsibility, board cohesion, retain superintendent

Disagree

Agree

Property taxation is getting out of hand, and this will bring a check balance that’s way overdue.

Disagree

Agree Disagree

While this cannot be the sole funding source at this time, it’s a goal we want to work towards. The sooner we can start using outside, tourism dollars to fund the beach, the better.

Disagree

The county should raise the sales tax.

Amendment 3 is not perfect, but the current system is flawed, and the only way to curb government spending is to reduce the flow of taxpayer dollars going to government coffers.

 Years in Flagler: 9  Qualifications: Military service, the various trademen jobs, to sitting on

and serve our community as a family nurse practitioner. I have three children enrolled in Flagler Schools.  Priorities: Maintaining safe schools, sustaining our A rating and strong academics, strengthening partnerships with families, and supporting staff. Continue promoting fiscal responsibility and ensuring our resources are focused on providing excellent opportunities for students while remaining accountable to taxpayers.

As Flagler County grows, the sheriff’s budget will need to increase annually to keep up its level of service.

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Using Tourism Development Tax funds is the county’s best option to fund beach maintenance.

The sheriff’s budget is just like any other budget: We need to continuously look for efficiencies and cost savings in order to save the taxpayers’ money.

Disagree

Agree Disagree

We must maintain a balance of our emergency services, and today our fire services for the county continues falling behind.

Disagree

Agree

When it comes to raising the sales tax, I want to make sure it remains only for whatever line item it was authorized for and with an expiration date to revisit.

10 Agree

“The best option” is a subjective term, making the premise of this question flawed. That said, I will always do what I feel is in the best interest of the county and the residents. There is no compromise on that.

Agree

The county should explore consolidation of services with the City of Palm Coast.

Raising taxes will never be my first choice; however, depending on needs, the sales tax must be considered. The benefit of raising the sales tax is that much of it will be paid by non-residents.

Agree Disagree

Beaches are the No. 1 reason why people visit Flagler County or purchase a home. So at best 70% of tourism funds should be made available for the 18 miles of beaches.

Agree

Being a county commissioner sometimes means compromising on the best option.

Disagree

There are certainly efficiencies and costs savings that could be accomplished through consolidation of certain services. A robust analysis must be made.

7 Disagree

Agree

My experience in labor and management negotiations always had compromising from both interest parties to reach middle ground that both sides can live with until the contract expires.

Disagree

Agree

I support co-op services or sharing operational equipment that as a whole it is very beneficial to the taxpayers.

On a scale of 1 to 10, how much do you agree with these statements? Flagler Schools needs to improve its enforcement of bullying.

A leader on the School Board is someone who tries to build consensus.

5 Disagree

10 Agree

At Flagler Schools we take bullying seriously. Our responsibility is to consistently enforce our policies, address concerns promptly, and always seek improvement.

Disagree

Agree

I believe in working together and finding common ground, while respecting differing viewpoints and ultimately making decisions that best serve our students and families.

4 Disagree

Party affiliation is important on the Flagler School Board.

9 Agree

Flagler staff I believe enforces bullying policy as much as possible on campus. Unfortunately cyber bullying and incidents outside of the school day can negatively impact students in school.

Disagree

Agree

If a leader does not try to build consensus, then they will never have votes to get their policies passed.

Disagree

Agree

Disagree

School Board races are nonpartisan, but members inevitably hold political beliefs, which is the reality. Ultimately, decisions should be based on what best serves our students and schools.

2 Disagree

Flagler Schools needs to do more to compete for local students, rather than accepting that some will choose homeschool.

Agree

Our focus should be providing an excellent education that families naturally choose, while respecting a parent’s right to determine what is best for their child.

Staff members need to be paid more for Flagler Schools to succeed long term.

Flagler Schools is a safe environment for students and staff.

Disagree

I support competitive compensation for our employees, while recognizing salaries must be balanced with available funding and the many factors necessary for longterm success.

5 Agree

As an elected official, School Board members must represent everyone in community regardless of party affiliation.

Disagree

Agree

Disagree

I believe our schools are safe, and I strongly support our SROs and the many measures we take to protect students and staff.

7 Agree

Flagler Schools has more options than any private or home school. It is hard for anyone to compare public to private or home schooling when standards are not measured by taking the same test.

Disagree

Agree

When schools have a shortage of staff in certain positions, higher pay can entice the filling of those positions. If staffing is full, the school system would be keeping pace with the private sector wages.

Agree

9 Disagree

Agree

I believe Flagler Schools is a safe environment for students and staff, or I would not send my children there.

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DISTRICT 2

PALM COAST CITY COUNCIL

Antonio “Tony” Amaral Jr.

DISTRICT 2

 Years in Flagler: 43  Qualifications: Local small business owner.

Jeani Duarte

DISTRICT 4

 Years in Flagler: 10  Qualifications: Concerned homeowner who is involved, active and

Dylana “Dee” Galery

DISTRICT 4

 Years in Palm Coast: 10  Qualifications: Experienced leader with a

Darlene Shelley  Years in Palm Coast: 14  Qualifications: 35 years of experience in business leadership and

With my work as a contractor I have an understanding of the departments of the city. I have knowledge in contracts and budgets. I have worked on previous Land Development Codes, with the PLDRB, and on the Residential Drainage Advisory Board.  Priorities: Our economy, by bringing in new industry and also diversifying our tax base. Infrastructure maintenance like our roads and stormwater. A transparent government.

has researched the issues of our community. I’m retired and focused on the future and wellbeing of the citizens of Palm Coast.  Priorities: 1. Transparency on issues within our city like over development, 2. Responsibility to our charter, budget and spending, 3. Accountability for rates and department expenses, 4. Consistency across the board, 5. Ethical conduct of citizen treatment.

background in management, budgeting, education, community service, and problemsolving  Priorities: Fiscal responsibility, infrastructure, public safety, responsible growth, utility affordability, economic development, government accountability, and protecting Palm Coast’s quality of life while ensuring residents have a meaningful voice in decisions.

operations management. Associate Degree in human resources. Proven fiscally responsible, conservative homeowner and advocate for public health and safety.  Priorities: Represent the residents, listen to concerns, work together to solve the problems in the city. Transparency in government. Cut wasteful spending.

I support Amendment 3 to reform property taxes.

The city should never approve density increases for development.

Making code enforcement more reactive, rather than proactive, is a good way to save money in the city budget.

The city needs to proactively reengage with Rayonier for westward expansion.

2 Disagree

Agree

We need to always focus on trimming our budget, but Amendment 3 does not control spending, it only controls revenue. There are no provisions to prevent municipalities from assessing fees.

Disagree

Nothing should be a hard yes or no without having the all of the information. If a development wants density increases, there has to be a proportionate share paid back in public benefit.

10 Disagree

Agree

Safety is not affected. Expenses need tightening. Homes should not be held hostage for taxes. Services are responsibilities of all, not just homeowners.

4 Disagree

Agree

Disagree

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Local residents are struggling with rising costs of living, increasing utility bills, and affording the things that they need to provide for their families. Local government must also tighten its belt.

If the downfall is more blight and complaints that would follow, then we are not using our resources efficiently and may end up visiting the same area multiple times at a cost of fuel and time.

Disagree

Agree

Depends on safety or frivolous violation, fees, etc. This needs to be looked at. I’ve seen unfair targeting and outrageous fees on homeowners rather than the violators.

Agree Disagree

I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Each project should be considered individually, including infrastructure, traffic, drainage, city services, neighborhoods, and existing residents.

Agree

Future development should bring opportunities for good paying jobs, complement local needs, be compatible with neighboring communities, provide public benefits, and not cause negative impacts.

Agree

I believe that city should be ready to receive any proposal that Rayonier may present. I don’t think that the city should initiate the conversation. Rayonier decided to pull out of the discussion.

Disagree

Many of us chose Palm Coast because of the beautiful homes, trees, natural beauty, and desirable communities. Code enforcement is the mechanism to ensure our city remains well maintained.

9 Disagree

Disagree

Agree

We are losing our history. Our historical sites and documents are in jeopardy. Our charter has been changed without corresponding amendments, and it’s being covered over.

Disagree

Agree

Disagree

9 Agree

Palm Coast has made progress supporting arts, culture, and history, but I believe there is still more we can do to support and showcase our community.

Disagree

Palm Coast and its residents are struggling. We must focus on Palm Coast 1.0 before expanding. There must not be negative impacts for the residents of Palm Coast.

Disagree

Agree

No. We cannot lose significant revenue and pretend nothing will change. Residents deserve the truth about what it means for services and fees.

3 Agree

Agree

Only when and if it doesn’t cause serious conflict. I believe in letting our Yes be Yes and our No be No.

Managed growth requires a seat at the table. Engaging Rayonier early lets residents shape any westward expansion, infrastructure funding and protections rather than reacting later.

Disagree

Agree Disagree

No! This is not their first rodeo, They will be back when they are ready, if they haven’t already.

Agree

If it is the best option, it will never be a compromise. It is what the residents expect, a City Council that will go with the best option for the residents.

3 Agree

Agree

Palm Coast seems to have shown more interest in the arts, culture, and history over the last few years.

Being proactive helps protect our neighborhoods and property values. Addressing issues early keeps small problems from becoming bigger and more costly problems later.

Agree Disagree

Disagree

Being a City Council member sometimes means compromising on the best option.

Disagree

Agree

Depends on compatibility, zoning, the property itself and the condition of our infrastructure.

10 Agree

Disagree

I support tax relief, but we need a clear plan. I won’t support cuts that could negatively impact public safety, infrastructure, or essential city services.

Disagree

Agree

The city is doing the best it can to support the arts, culture and history.

10 Agree

The city does not have a good track record for preserving history, and I believe we can do better with supporting arts and culture.

Disagree

Agree

Compromise is necessary to move forward. My 35-year career in operations management and business leadership have been successful because of listening to feedback and suggestions, and analyzing data.

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Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings was the featured speaker. Orchesis of B-CU dance ensemble performs. Photos by Brent Woronoff

Still we rise Palm Coast’s African American Cultural Society celebrates its 35th anniversary. BRENT WORONOFF ASSOCIATE EDITOR

Ten years ago, Val Demings was the guest speaker at the African American Cultural Society of Palm Coast’s 25th anniversary celebration. Demings returned to the Matanzas High School’s Pirate Theater stage for the AACS’ 35th anniversary celebration on Saturday, Oct. 10. This time, the former congress-

Stephanie Matthews, chairman of the Board of Directors of the African American Cultural Society, delivered closing remarks.

woman from Orlando introduced the guest speaker — her husband, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings. “Ten years later, you’re not only surviving, you’re thriving,” Val Demings told AACS members. “Thank you for the good job you’re doing in Palm Coast.” The theme of the celebration was “Still We Rise.” “It means we honor our past, we celebrate our present, and we’re actively building our future,” emcee Melba McCarty said. Both Demings, husband and wife, are trailblazers. Val Demings was Orlando’s first woman police chief. Jerry Demings preceded her as Orlando’s first African American police chief. He was also Orange County’s first African American sheriff and was elected the first African American mayor of Orange County in 2018 and reelected in 2022. He entered the governor’s race last year but suspended his campaign in June after he was diagnosed with prostate cancer. He had surgery nine weeks ago, he said, and during the recovery Val transitioned from just being his wife to also being his head nurse. “Quite frankly, I didn’t know if I would be able to honor the commitment to be here tonight,” he said. “We’re still in recovery. But today, here I am, nine weeks or so later, the doctor has told me that there’s no cancer in my body. So, I feel pretty good right now. I am gracefully recovering.”

Teah Culver sang “Lift Every Voice and Sing” and “Yet Still I Rise.”

Demings congratulated the AACS on its anniversary. “As we celebrate the African American Cultural Society, we celebrate the history of our nation,” he said, adding that he wonders what the nation’s founders would say about today’s political climate. “We are in one of the most divisive political seasons in decades,” he said. “The National Guard is deployed to patrol cities. ICE is in confrontations not only with undocumented individuals but with American citizens. “All we want is a level playing field; we can do the hard work,” he said. “We are on the precipice of change. Don’t be angry about the state of politics today. Vote. Like the African American Cultural Society, stay focused and keep up the good fight.”

Akia Uwanda McDaniel performs musical selections.

Palm Coast Mayor Mike Norris delivered a proclamation from the city honoring the AACS on its 35th anniversary. Performers included Teah Culver, who sang, “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” and “Yet Still I Rise.” Bethune-Cookman University’s Orchesis Dance Ensemble performed “Bigger,” while Orchesis’ Zariah Neely performed a solo dance, “Deliver Me.” And “Akia Uwanda” McDaniel performed musical selections. Melinda Morais, the chair of the 35th anniversary committee said, “Tonight was a beautiful reminder that culture is the soul of the people.”

“We are on the precipice of change. Don’t be angry about the state of politics today. Vote. Like the African American Cultural Society, stay focused and keep up the good fight.” JERRY DEMINGS

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FRIDAY, OCT. 16

CARE CUPBOARD FOOD PANTRY RUMMAGE SALE When: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 16; and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17 Where: Care Cupboard Food Pantry, 205 N. Pine St.,Bunnell Details: The food pantry is hosting a rummage sale. There will be new items for sale. All proceeds benefit the food pantry. COMMUNITY PREPAREDNESS WORKSHOP When: 1:30-2:30 p.m. Where: Flagler County Emergency Operations Center, 1769 E. Moody Blvd., Building 3, Bunnell Details: Head to the Flagler County Emergency Operations Center for a monthly presentation on general preparedness. PINK N’ PICKLE PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT When: 5-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16; and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 17 and 18 Where: Southern Recreation Center, 1290 Belle Terre Parkway, Palm Coast Details: Take part in this tournament open to all skill levels. Features a round-robin format

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across three days. Singles on Friday, doubles on Saturday and mixed doubles on Sunday. Costs $40 per player. Register at parksandrec.fun.

256 Old Brick Road, Bunnell Details: God’s Family Bible Church distributes food every first and third Saturday in this drive-thru event.

FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY ON THE FARM When: 5-9 p.m. Where: Florida Agricultural Museum, 7900 Old KIngs Road N., Palm Coast Details: Enjoy food trucks, local vendors, live music and a free kids zone. Visit floridaag museum.org.

THE FLAGLER GUN & ARCHERY CLUB’S FALL OPEN HOUSE When: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 17-18 Where: Flagler Gun & Archery Club, 1290 E. County Road 90, Bunnell Details: Join this open house to honor 40 wounded warriors. There will be a silent auction benefiting AdventHealth Foundation’s Pink Army for breast cancer awareness. Visit flaglergun club.com.

SATURDAY, OCT. 17

RISE N’ RIDE VETERANS CHARITY RAFFLE SHOW When: 8-11 a.m. Where: Between VFW Post and Elks Lodge, 51 Old Kings Road, Palm Coast Details: Attend this bike show where 10% of proceeds benefit local veterans. Visit rideorrot.com. OCEAN TO ESTUARY GUIDED NATURE WALK & CITIZEN SCIENCE When: 9-11 a.m. Where: River to Sea Preserve, 9805 N. Ocean Shore Blvd., Marineland Details: Join a Florida Master Naturalist for a free guided walk from ocean to estuary, followed by a hands-on citizen science activity. Meet at the pavilion under the cell tower. Register at https://gtmnerr. org/calendars. A DAY IN OLD FLORIDA When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: Florida Agricultural Legacy Learning Center, 7900 Old Kings Road, Palm Coast Details: See living history demonstrations, cultural storytelling and browse artisan goods at the Trading Post. Costs $10. Free parking. Visit loridaagmuseum.org. GOD’S FAMILY BIBLE CHURCH PANTRY FOOD DISTRIBUTION When: 10-11 a.m. Where: Parking lot across Gods Family Bible Church,

HEROES ON THE WATER GUIDED KAYAK TOUR When: 4-6 p.m. Where: Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreational Area, 3100 S. Oceanshore Blvd., Flagler Beach Details: Kayak with other veterans, service members and first responders. Registration is $45 per person for a single kayak, $40 per person for two participants in a tandem kayak, or $20 per person if you bring your own kayak. Space is limited. BULOWVILLE RUINS NIGHT TOUR When: 6:30-8 p.m. Where: Bulow Plantation Ruins Historic State Park, 3501 Old Kings Road S., Flagler Beach Details: Take this after-hours tour of the Bulow Sugar Mill Ruins, hosted by the Friends of Tomoka Basin State Parks. Bring a flashlight or batteryoperated lantern, insect repellent and water. Costs $25. Visit https://www.zeffy.com/ en-US/ticketing/bulowvillenight-tour-jan3-mar72026.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 21

WADING BIRDS AND AUTUMN WINGS GUIDED KAYAK TOUR When: 10 a.m. to noon

Where: Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreational Area, 3100 S. Oceanshore Blvd., Flagler Beach Details: Take a paddle tour to look for migrating birds and resident wildlife. Designed for all skill levels over 12 years old. Costs $50 per person for a single kayak, $90 for two in a tandem kayak; or $25 if you bring your own. Space is limited. MAYOR MIKE NORRIS, AT THE PROBUS CLUB When: 11 a.m. to noon Where: Cypress Knoll Golf & Country Club, 53 Easthampton Blvd., Palm Coast Details: Join Probus, a social club for retired and semiretired men and women that meets monthly with a guest speaker on a topic of interest, with other social events during the month. This month’s guest speaker is Palm Coast Mayor Mike Norris. All are welcome. Free event. Join some members and stay for lunch if you like. For more information contact Larry Wright at palmcoastprobusclub@gmail. com or at 386-597-3055. Visit www.probuspcfl.com.

THURSDAY, OCT. 22

BEATS AND EATS When: 6-8 p.m. Where: The Stage at Town Center,1500 Central Ave. Palm Coast Details: Beats and Eats is a monthly community event that combines the familiar Food Truck Tuesday experience with live concert entertainment from the Palm Coast Concert Series. The band is Chillula and the beneficiary will be SMART. FLAGLER COUNTY ORCHID SOCIETY When: 6:30-9 p.m. Where: Trinity Presbyterian Church, 156 Florida Park Drive N., Palm Coast Details: This will be the club’s last monthly meeting due to the holidays. Keith and Dina Emig from Winter Haven Or-

chids will speak on preparing your orchids for winter. They will have orchid plants for sale. The club will have a show table and raffle for plants. Refreshments available. Meeting starts at 7 p.m.

FRIDAY, OCT. 23

24TH ANNUAL TOMMY TANT MEMORIAL SURF CLASSIC When: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 23-25 Where: Flagler Beach pier, 105 S. 2nd St., Flagler Beach Details: Back for its 24th year, The Tommy Tant Memorial Surf Classic is an annual surf contest that helps raise funds for scholarships and grants that help local pro surfers. Visit craeftsurfstudio. com/the-tommy. WATERFRONT PARK PAVILION GRAND OPENING When: 9-9:30 a.m. Where: Waterfront Park, 150 Waterfront Park Road, Palm Coast Details: Celebrate the grand opening of the new pavilion at Waterfront Park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Open to the public. ACOUSTIC JAM SESSION When: 2-5 p.m. Where: Mala Compra Community Center, 79 Mala Compra Road, Palm Coast Details: Bring your acoustic string instrument (no amplifiers), a snack, a drink and a folding chair and join other local amateur musicians for a jam session. Free. Visit flagler jam.com. WADSWORTH FALL FESTIVAL When: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Where: Wadsworth Elementary School, 450 Belle Terre Blvd., Palm Coast Details: Attend the school’s annual fall festival. Free. ‘AN EVENING WITH ... SOMETHING SPOOKY’ When: 7:30 p.m. Friday and

Saturday, Oct. 23 and 24 Where: City Repertory Theatre, 160 Cypress Point Parkway, Suite B207, Palm Coast, Details: City Repertory Theatre launches the third year of its “An Evening With...” concert series with a show full of spooky Broadway songs. Featuring Laniece Fagundes, Phillipa Rose, Andrea Oliveras, Seth Kirk, and Beau Wade with Ben Beck on piano and Denise Quintana on drums. Tickets cost $25 for adults; $15 for students. Visit https:// crtpalmcoast.com/something-spooky or call the box office at 386-585-9415.

SATURDAY, OCT. 24

ST. ELIZABETH ANN SETON FALL FESTIVAL When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Where: Cowart Ranch, 4600 Belle Terre Parkway, Palm Coast Details: Enjoy family activities, food trucks and craft vendors. Free admission. GAMBLE JAM When: 2-4 p.m. Where: Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreational Area, 3100 S. Oceanshore Blvd., Flagler Beach Details: Join in for the Gamble Jam where musicians of all skill levels are invited to bring their acoustic instruments. Park entry fee applies. HARVEST HOWL When: 5-7 p.m. Where: Good Times Dog Bar, 3468 N. Oceanshore Blvd., Flagler Beach Details: Join Flagler Humane Society at Good Times Dog Bar for their Harvest Howl, an autumn celebration benefiting animals in need right here in our community. Costs $20 per person. Includes a paw painting craft, a chili bar, a drink and raffle prizes. Visit flaglerhumane.harnessgiving. org/events/4104. All dogs must register in advance at goodtimesdogbar.com.

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Daytona State College hosted the check presentation ceremony on Oct. 8. Courtesy photo

United Way donates $73,000 to help 64 Daytona elementary students Lemerand Center of Excellence and Food Brings Hope serve local children — sometimes the same children. ABE MILLS CONTRIBUTING WRITER

The United Way of VolusiaFlagler Counties presented checks for $70,000 to The Lemerand Center of Excellence and $3,000 for Food Brings Hope, Thursday, Oct. 8, at Daytona State College. The Lemerand Center of Excellence is an after-school tutoring program specifically to support students from Palm Terrace, Holly Hill and Turie T. Small elementary schools. Food Brings Hope helps subsidize meals for underprivileged students. Both organizations serve the same area and sometimes the same children. “We bring the students over to Daytona State College Monday through Thursday and they’re supported by certified teachers,” said Dr. Jennifer Bellinger, senior director of the Lemorand Center of Excellence. “And our goal

is to help those students who are just below proficiency in reading and math to get on a proficient level.” There are 64 students currently being served through the program. “I’m just excited about the students that we have that are passionate about learning,” Bellinger said. “They have that attitude like, ‘I want to be successful.’“ Bellinger said that the secret to having interested students be excited about doing more school after a day at school is having great, dynamic, teachers and volunteers who care. “I just love when the light bulb goes off when you’re teaching the elementary kids,” said Dr. Latashia Brinson, a teacher at the center and third grade teacher at Palm Terrace. “There’s so many things they can learn. I just love it.” In addition to certified teachers, volunteers from the community help in the classroom. “I like working with teens a lot,” said volunteer Journi Lacy, a Mainland High School student. “[I love] helping them with their work and building bonds.” Many of the volunteers are high school and college aged.

Students, teachers and volunteers at the Lemerand Center of Excellence. Photo by Rachel Mills

“I love, love, love when the students get it, when they understand it, when they can get through it,” said 22-yearold volunteer Cevenya Henderson. The volunteers and teachers, among other resources,

are what the United Way is helping to provide through its donations. “Every quarter, our nonprofits have to report to us on how they’re spending those dollars,” said Courtney Edgcomb, president and CEO of

Community Foundation and The United Way of Volusia & Flagler Counties. “It covers two years at $35,000 apiece.” The United Way has been heavily involved in programs that serve Daytona and surrounding areas.

“United Way has granted out $800,000 to 23 different nonprofit programs across Volusia and Flagler counties,” Edgcomb said. “This is just one of a portfolio of organizations that we believe in and want to invest in.”

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FOCUS ON FAITH Reflections on beatification of Archbishop Sheen Born on May 8, 1895, in El Paso, Illinois, Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen on Sept. 24. Sheen was ordained a priest for the Diocese of Peoria in 1919 and later became a professor of philosophy at The Catholic University of America. In 1951, he was ordained a bishop and served as an

YOUR TOWN Boo-ling for Wishes at Palm Coast Lanes postponed Boo-ling for Wishes, hosted by Realty Executives Oceanside at Palm Coast Lanes, had to be postponed on Saturday, Oct. 10, because of a loss of power due to a blown transformer and a minor electri-

auxiliary bishop of New York while directing the Society for the Propagation of the Faith. In 1966, he became Bishop of Rochester, New York, where he served until 1969. He died on Dec. 9, 1979, at the age of 84. Many older Catholics will remember Bishop Sheen standing before a blackboard on television, dressed in his bishop’s cassock and cape, speaking without notes and

captivating millions of Americans. His television program, “Life Is Worth Living,” brought Catholic teaching into homes across the country during the 1950s. Long before YouTube, podcasts, Facebook, or other social media, Sheen understood that the Church must use the modern means of communication to bring Christ to people.” Sheen reminds us that the Christian life cannot survive

cal fire. The Palm Coast Fire Department arrived on the scene, a PCFD spokesperson confirmed. Bool-ling for Wishes is a Halloween-themed bowling fundraiser benefiting MakeA-Wish Central and Northern Florida. Shannon Vinnick of Realty Executives Oceanside said they are trying to reschedule during the last week of October. Participants began arriving in costumes to await full power to be restored before the building was evacuated.

Vinnick said they plan to try again. Palm Coast Lanes reopened the following day.

on activity alone. We need to spend time with the Lord. Perhaps not everyone can make a Holy Hour every day as Sheen did. But everyone can find some time for Jesus: attending daily Mass occasionally, visiting the Blessed Sacrament, spending a few minutes in silent prayer, reading Scripture, praying the Rosary, or simply sitting quietly before the tabernacle and saying, “Lord, here I am.”

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Wild Chili Verde Soup Mary Edwards, Ormond Beach

Ormond resident’s wild rice soup sends her to World Food Championships Mary Edwards, of Ormond Beach, is headed to the 2026 World Food Championships in Indianapolis after her wild chili verde soup was named the People’s Choice winner in the Minnesota Cultivated Wild

This message is especially appropriate for us at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, where we are blessed with so many opportunities for Eucharistic Adoration. Blessed Fulton Sheen challenges us not merely to know that Jesus is present in the Eucharist, but to come and spend time with Him.

Mary Edwards, of Ormond Beach, holds up her Golden Ticket. Courtesy photo

Rice Council’s national “Get Wild with Wild Rice” recipe contest. Her recipe earned her a Golden Ticket to compete in the championships, according to a press release. “Edwards’ soup captured the hearts, and taste buds, of voters across the country,” the press release states. “The People’s Choice honor reflects the broad appeal of her bold, comforting recipe.” Edwards’ wild chili verde soup includes pork, salsa verde, corn, and wild rice in a savory broth. She tops the soup with green onion, cilantro, jalapeño, bacon, sour cream and shredded cheese. Edwards will travel to In-

INGREDIENTS 1½ lbs boneless center cut pork chops, cut into bite-sized pieces 2 tsp canola oil 1 medium onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, diced 1 tsp powdered enchilada seasoning 5 cups chicken stock 1 jar (16 oz) salsa verde 1½ cups corn 4 cups cooked wild rice ½ cup each, chopped green onion and fresh cilantro, garnish

dianapolis for the championships, which begin on Oct. 15, to present a new wild rice and bacon-flavored recipe. “It’s such an honor to know that people from all over the country took the time to vote for my recipe,” Edwards said. “I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to take wild rice to Indianapolis and see where this adventure leads.” The “Get Wild with Wild Rice” recipe contest invited cooks from across the country

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½ cup sour cream, garnish 1 jalapeno, thinly sliced, garnish 4 strips bacon, cooked and chopped, garnish ½ cup finely shredded Mexican cheese, garnish DIRECTIONS In large saucepan, brown pork in oil; cook through. Stir in onion, garlic, and enchilada seasoning, 3 minutes. Add stock and salsa; simmer 30 minutes. Add corn and wild rice; heat through. Ladle into serving bowls; garnish. 8 servings.

to create original recipes that showcase the flavor, texture, and versatility of wild rice. Fourteen recipes advanced to the Grand Prize Tasting and People’s Choice Vote held in September in celebration of National Rice Month. The recipes represented a wide range of cooking styles and flavors, but all shared one ingredient – wild rice. Send Your Town stories to jarleene@observerlocalnews. com.

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FPC’s 2027 International Baccalaureate class. Courtesy photos

YOUR SCHOOLS FPC holds IB pinning ceremony Flagler Palm Coast High School held its International Baccalaureate pinning ceremony on Oct. 5. The pinning ceremony celebrates IB seniors as they move from anticipated candidates to full diploma candidates in the International Baccalaureate program. The ceremony is a chance for the seniors to receive their pin in recognition of the hard work and dedication they have put into the vigorous program.

Formality singers to perform at disney processional The Flagler Palm Coast High School Formality Singers Chorus have been selected to sing at Disney’s Christmas Candlelight Processional on Christmas Day, Dec. 25, at 4:45 p.m. at EPCOT’s American Gardens Theatre. The processionals include a mass choir each day with a 50-piece orchevstra with a

celebrity narrating the story of Christmas. Jodi Benson will be the narrator when the Formality Singers take the stage.

Culinary students get hands-on experience

Flagler Palm Coast Culinary Arts students took a trip recently to the World Equestrian Center in Ocala for a ProStart workshop. Students got an exclusive behind the scenes look at the center’s top tier kitchens, restaurants and catering facilities. The highlight was a hands-on experience working with Chef Yohann Le Bescond to craft a spectacular brownie dessert. Students also learned about the vision of the Roberts family and the journey behind building the World Equestrian Center.

ports educators’ recognition programs that celebrate students who embody GRIT’s four pillars — Growth, Resilience, Integrity, Tenacity. “We had such great success last year throughout our Flagler School community,” Teresa Rizzo, the Ed Foundation’s executive director, said in a press release. “We know that your students deserve to be acknowledged and celebrated, and the FCEF GRIT Grant funding is designed specifically to help our educators achieve this

Dr. Althia Thompson receives a FCEF GRIT Grant for the Rise Up and Thrive program.

Supporting kids who show “grit” The Flagler County Education Foundation has delivered the first round of GRIT grants for the 2026-27 school year. The FCEF GRIT Grant initiative sup-

Rymfire Elementary School and Principal Travis Lee receives an FCEF GRIT Grant for assessment incentives.

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Ground control FPC wide receiver Logan Jacobelli (19) battles Sandalwood defensive back Wilhelm Love.

FPC quarterback Troy Reddin ran for 71 yards and a touchdown against Sandalwood. Photos by Lukas Notaras

Flagler Palm Coast’s Ehimen Ajede and company run all over Sandalwood. BRENT WORONOFF ASSOCIATE EDITOR

Flagler Palm Coast running back Ehimen “He-Man” Ajede needed two rushing yards to reach 1,000 for the season. The senior accomplished that and more on the game’s first play from scrimmage. Ajede finished with 197 yards on a muddy field — the result of several days of rain — in the Bulldogs’ 28-7 win over Jacksonville Sandalwood on Friday, Oct. 9, at Sal Campanella Stadium. “Tonight was a hard-fought game,” Ajede said. “They really made us work along with these conditions out here, but we made it happen tonight.” Ajede has rushed for 1,195 yards and 13 touchdowns in seven games as the Bulldogs improved to 6-1 overall, 2-1 in

District 1-6A. Both teams had trouble hanging onto and catching the slippery ball. FPC turned the ball over three times and concentrated on its ground attack. The Bulldogs rushed for 358 yards, while completing just 3 of 9 passes for 12 yards. Four players ran for a touchdown — Ajede, Nei’cco Murphy, Troy Reddin and defensive lineman Reagan Melland, who was both a blocker and a ball carrier in FPC’s short-yardage formation. “Our practice field was muddy, so we came out Thursday getting ready for game conditions,” Murphy said. “Then, we just came out here, we ran the ball a lot, and it was working. The O-line was blocking their butts off for me and He-Man and Troy, and we just put the ball in the end zone.” For the second consecutive game, the Bulldogs played with four different quarterbacks with Reddin and Murphy running the option and Reid Pritt and Alex Roberts presenting passing threats.

FPC’s Nei’cco Murphy runs through a hole for a big gain.

FPC’s Reid Pritt (right) takes the snap.

Reddin, playing in his second FPC varsity game, showed off his quickness with 71 yards rushing on nine carries. Murphy ran for 92 yards on 11 carries. Murphy lined up at both running back and quarterback while collecting four tackles on defense. “Troy’s going to give you a move,” Murphy said. “I’m more of a downhill runner. When he gets in the game, he’s going to show you how he moves.” Murphy said leading up to the game, he and his backfield mates promised a reward for the linemen if the Bulldogs rushed for more than 200 yards. “We told them we’re going to treat them nice, take them some doughnuts, whatever they want,” Murphy said. The Bulldogs have rushed for over 200 yards in five of seven games with Ajede handling more than half of the carries. With Murphy or Reddin or both of them in the backfield with Ajede, the Bulldogs’ leading rusher said defenses can key on him at their own peril. “Sandalwood prepared for me to run the ball, but we had a lot of guys flying all around,” Ajede said. “I had five guys

tackle me, and I didn’t even have the football. And then there goes Nei’cco and Troy to score a touchdown. It makes me so proud to see my guys score.” Sandalwood (4-3, 1-2) scored its only touchdown in the fourth quarter on a 7-yard run by quarterback Jarelle Sims. “The defense played lights out,” FPC coach Patrick Turner said. “We had some decent yards running the ball, but we had too many turnovers. It was not a clean game, as far as that. But I’m super proud of the kids.” FPC’s defense had 10 tackles for loss, including three sacks. Defensive end Jacob Harnisch had nine tackles and 1.5 sacks. Linebacker Caleb Shamblin had 10 tackles, two for a loss. Turner said the Bulldogs will be using all four quarterbacks again when they host Creekside on Friday, Oct. 16. The Knights (5-2) enter the game at 3-0 in the district. With a win, FPC would force a three-way tie for first place along with Tocoi Creek. “All four bring something different to the table,” Turner said. “Troy did well, but I don’t think we’ve seen his best from what we’ve seen in practice. Or even Alex Roberts.

He’s got a live arm, he’s just young. And then Reid, he’s the backbone of the offense. He’s so intelligent, so smart. He was able to get us in and out of some situations tonight and conduct the offense. And Nei’cco is kind of a workhorse. He’s really a running back, but he’s intelligent enough to play quarterback, and so when he’s back there, you really have a two-headed monster between him and He-Man. And then, when all three of them with Troy are back there, you got a three-headed monster.”

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7 P.M. FRIDAY, OCT. 16 Creekside (5-2, 3-0) at FPC (6-1, 2-1) Watch the Observer’s livestream of the game at youtube.com/@PalmCoastObserver. Rich Carroll and Abe Mills call the game. Creekside is just the second opponent FPC has faced that currently has a winning record. The other is Sandalwood (4-3). Matanzas (1-6, 0-2) at Orange Park Oakleaf (3-3, 1-0) Oakleaf will have just three days rest after traveling to Ocala Forest on Monday, Oct. 12 for a makeup game. The Pirates are scheduled to have 11 players returning from suspension against the Knights.

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Buchholz shuts out Matanzas with 20 Pirates suspended by the FHSAA The suspensions were the result of the Oct. 1 post-game brawl with Deltona. BRENT WORONOFF ASSOCIATE EDITOR

Matanzas football coach Matt Forrest called the week leading up to the Pirates’ game against Gainesville Buchholz on Thursday, Oct. 8, the “hardest moment” his program has faced in the seven years he has been the school’s head coach. With 20 players suspended from the game by the Florida High School Athletic Association in the wake of the Oct. 1 post-game brawl with Deltona, Matanzas played a patchwork lineup of varsity and JV players in a 48-0 loss to the 27th-ranked Bobcats.

Buchholz running back Joshua Menefee (4) finds some open space. Photo by Brent Woronoff

Matanzas’ Jayden McCoy returns a kickoff. Photo by Lukas Notaras

“What I’m most proud of is our effort,” Forrest said. “I think we played physical. Every play, they tried to win that particular play. When you’re a little bit out-matched like that, that’s all you can ask, just to go out and play hard and give it your all. And I think our guys did that.” Matanzas and Deltona also were put on restrictive probation by the FHSAA, meaning they will not be allowed to participate in post-season play. But the Pirates, now 1-6 overall and 0-2 in District 3-5A are out of the playoff race anyway. Of the Pirates’ 20 FHSAA suspensions, six players received five-game suspensions meaning they were suspended for the rest of the season as well as the first game next season. Three players received two-game suspensions. Eleven players received

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Short-handed Matanzas volleyball team fights back against Nease The Pirates held off Nease in five sets. They fell to No. 1 seed Ponte Vedra in the district semifinals. BRENT WORONOFF ASSOCIATE EDITOR

Matanzas High senior Sanigh Arneaud entered the District 4-5A volleyball opener with butterflies — a mixture of excitement and dread. “I was excited,” she said after the Pirates defeated Nease in five sets on Monday, Oct. 12. “But also, I was feeling very heavy with the idea that this could be my last game, and so I can’t remember what the sort of acceptance was that it could be my last

game, but also that I wanted to fight, so it wouldn’t be my last game.” Fight, she did. With Matanzas missing their two middle blockers, Arneaud had to play middle for the first time in at least three years. “It’s a very difficult position. I’ve always been (an outside hitter), but whenever my team needed help, I was a middle, but it’s been a while. I haven’t been practicing all season at middle, so I was thrown into it, but I feel like I did a decent job.” Arneaud, who will continue her volleyball career at Rollins College next year, finished with 17 kills and 15 digs. Bristol Foley added 15 kills. And Analise Smith led the Pirates with 29 digs. “Analise did an excellent job,” Matanzas coach Sharell

Arneaud said. “We needed somebody to step up tonight, and she did.” The Pirates won the first two sets, 25-20 and 25-18, but setter Haley Stewart injured her ankle in the third set and left the court. “When she got hurt, you could feel the shift in the energy,” Sanigh Arneaud said. Nease won the third and fourth sets, 25-22 and 25-16. But Matanzas held off the visitors in the fifth set, winning 15-11 to advance to the district semifinals against top seed Ponte Vedra. “No shade (to Nease),” Sanigh Arneaud said. “But for my last game, I wanted to play a tougher team.” Ponte Vedra defeated the Pirates, who were three players down, 3-0 on Tuesday, Oct.13, at the Sharks’ gym.

Sanigh Arneaud (7) and Analise Smith go up to block. Photo by Brent Woronoff

Sanigh Arneaud will be moving on, but Smith, a junior, will be back, and so will freshman Syrenity Arneaud,

who had 23 assists and 11 digs against Nease. FPC and Mainland also were eliminated in district play.

Mainland fell to Gainesville Buchholz in three sets. The Bulldogs lost to Spruce Creek in five sets at home after battling back from a 0-2 deficit on Oct. 12. Peyton Smith led FPC with 15 kills in her final game. FPC ended the season at 19-6 in what was supposed to be a rebuilding year. The Bulldogs celebrated their five seniors on Senior Night on Oct. 8, recognizing, Smith, Grace Taylor, Kaitlyn Ebding, Caylee Casper and Aidamarys Bailey-Ortiz. Seabreeze defeated Pine Ridge in three sets on Oct. 12 and was scheduled to visit top seed Orlando Bishop Moore in a District 6-4A semifinal on Oct. 14. Isabella Tedesco led the Sandcrabs (16-8) with 10 kills in the Pine Ridge match.

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The Ormond Beach Spikes 11U team won the Gold Bracket Championship at the USSSA Swing for a Cure Tournament in Apopka. Courtesy photo

The Ormond Beach Spikes 11U baseball team won the Gold Bracket Championship at the USSSA Swing for a Cure Tournament in Apopka. The Spikes finished the weekend with a 4-1 record, with their only loss coming in a game that was called early due to thunderstorms. The team won three consecutive games on Sunday, Oct. 11. They beat the Gainesville Naturals 16-7 in the title game. The team was led by head coach Max Kops and assistant coaches James Szumigala and John Holcomb. The players were: Bennett Gray, Rhett Workman, Mason Parker, Eli Kendall, Colton

Parker, Mason Szumigala, Knox Deaton, August Schlaffer, Carter Reardon, Beau Holcomb, Eddie Watson and Cam Taylor.

Bucs defeat Spruce Creek Mainland High went on the road to defeat Spruce Creek 35-14 on Oct. 9. The Bucs (3-3) host Lake Mary for homecoming on Friday, Oct. 16.

FPC third in Manahattan Flagler Palm Coast placed third in the Varsity Boys C race at the 55th annual Manhattan University Cross Country Invitational on Oct. 11 in Van Cortlandt Park in New

York City. Douglas Seth led the Bulldogs with a fourth-place finish in a time of 13:08.2 in the 2.5 mile race. Mateo Almedia was ninth in 13:19.1. The FPC girls were eighth in Varsity Girls A race. Anna Grigoruk finished 21st in the 2.5 mile race in 16:30.2. Avry Wixniewski was 36th in 16:55..4.

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Father Lopez’s Liam Harman won the Boys FreshmanSophomore Cross Country Championship on Oct. 13 at Matanzas with a time of 17:57.5. Joseph Davis of Seabreeze won the Junior/ Senior Open title at the meet with a time of 17:19.0.

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Vaughn Taylor likes it here: Rookie wins Furyk & Friends in second playoff It was Taylor’s first PGA Champions Tour win. In 2008, he took second in PGA Tour event at Conservatory. BRENT WORONOFF ASSOCIATE EDITOR

If Vaughn Taylor had his druthers, he’d probably choose to keep the Constellation Furyk & Friends at Hammock Beach for a long time. Taylor won his first PGA Tour Champions event in a second sudden-death playoff in the Furyk & Friends tournament Sunday, Oct. 11, at the Ocean Course at Hammock

Vaughn Taylor holds up the trophy after winning the Constellation Furyk & Friends tournament on Sunday, Oct. 11. Photos by Brent Woronoff

Beach Golf Resort & Spa. Taylor, 50, a PGA Tour Champions rookie, won his first tournament in 18 starts on the senior circuit. It was his first title since the 2016 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, the last of his three PGA Tour wins. The last time he competed on a Hammock Beach course, he did pretty well then, too, finishing tied for second in 2008 when the PGA Tour took a one-time stop at the Conservatory Course in Palm Coast for the Ginn sur Mer Classic. “It’s been really good to come back,” Taylor said after raising his fist in victory and hoisting the Furyk & Friends trophy. “I have some memories. It’s just a great place.” Taylor sank a 10-foot birdie putt on the par-4 18th hole in the second playoff with Alex Cejka, who missed his birdie putt to finish second. On the first playoff on the 18th, they both two-putted for par. “It feels amazing,” Taylor said after event sponsor Constellation Energy Executive Vice President Jim McHugh presented him with the gui-

“We’ve had some huge challenges this week, and yet this thing went off almost perfectly. The fans came out in droves. The weather was not perfect, and you guys came out anyways.” JIM FURYK

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tar-shaped trophy. “I still can’t believe it. It’s been a long time, a lot of ups and downs. But I’m going to enjoy this one, and savor it for quite a while.” Taylor entered the third round three strokes back. He began the back nine with five consecutive birdies to pull into a tie for the lead with Michael Wright, who was in the group ahead of him.

Furyk & Friends runner-up Alex Cejka surveys his putt in the first sudden-death playoff.

Taylor three-putted the par-3 No. 17 for a bogey, but Wright finished 18th with a double bogey. Taylor parred No. 18 to tie Cejka at 17-under 271. Cejka shot 65 Sunday after starting the final round six strokes in back of the leader, Matthew Goggin. Wright finished third at 16-under. Ben Crane, Angel Cabrera, Ryan Amour, Goggin and Rod Pampling tied for fourth at 15-under. Furyk said he knew Taylor was in good shape when he walked past him on the 18th fairway in the first playoff. “You’re in the heat of the battle and you walked over and just started talking to me,” Furyk recounted during the trophy presentation. “Like we haven’t seen each other in a while. ‘How you doing brother?’ I mean, were you trying to calm yourself down up there?” “Oh, a little bit,” Taylor said. “I’m not going to lie. I was just trying to break up the moment and just be present. And you know, I haven’t seen you in quite a few years. So I also wanted to just say, ‘Hey.’” Taylor, who had battled a

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hip injury his last few years on the PGA Tour, won the $330,000 winner’s share of the $2.2 million purse at Furyk & Friends. In 2008, he collected $276,000 for his share of second place at the Conservatory Course. Jim and Tabitha Furyk moved their tournament to Hammock Beach after five years at Timuquana Country Club in Jacksonville. The tournament field included 16 golfers who had won major championships and six Hall of Famers. The event battled rain throughout the week. Tee times for the three rounds were moved up to 8 a.m. each day with golfers starting on both No. 1 and No. 10. There were showers during Friday night’s Billy Currington concert. “The fans came out in droves. The weather was not perfect, and you guys came out anyways,” Jim Furyk said. Hammock Beach has a fiveyear contract to host the tournament, but only the first two years are guaranteed. Tabitha Furyk thanked the over 600 volunteers. “They are truly the heartbeat of this tournament,” she said. “We couldn’t raise the charity dollars without them. The reason we do this tournament is because we’re giving back to charity, and you guys have made a huge impact.”

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Furyk & Friends provides boost for Folds of Honor’s mission Folds of Honor provides scholarships to family of military members and first responders. BRENT WORONOFF ASSOCIATE EDITOR

The Folds of Honor organization held a ceremony on Saturday, Oct. 10, at the Hammock Beach Oceans Course in conjuction with the Constellation Furyk & Friends golf tournament. Folds of Honor is a nonprofit that provides educational scholarships to the spouses and children of U.S. military members and first responders who have fallen or been disabled while serving our country and communities. Four Northeast Florida scholarship recipients attended the ceremony. “The partnership of Folds and Honor and Furyk & Friends reflects the tournament’s mission to use the platform of professional golf to create meaningful impact throughout Northeast Florida and beyond,” an announce-

Mark Lammert, of Compliance Solutions

Folds of Honor scholarship recipients Bembry King, Truth King, Kendall Gray and Adrian Alberto Negron with Tabitha Furyk (center) and Jim Furyk, Mark Lammert and Scott Tolley in the back row. Photos by Brent Woronoff

ment for the ceremony stated. Matanzas High School Army JROTC cadets presented colors, and Caleigh Furyk, Jim and Tabitha Furyk’s daughter, sang the national anthem to start the ceremony. Scott Tolley, the director of golf relations for Folds of Honor, said the organization has brought the national anthem to pro golf, a sport that in the past has not begun its events with the anthem. Tolley said through the support of the Jim and Tabitha Furyk Foundation, Folds of Honor has pledged to award 13 scholarships, one for each fold it takes to fold the American Flag into a triangle, during the tournament. Tabitha Furyk said Folds of Honor “is especially near and dear to our heart.” Mark Lammert, of Compliance Solutions, Folds of Honors’ primary title sponsor and supporter across professional golf tournaments, praised the

Caleigh Furyk sings the national anthem.

organization, which has provided 73,000 scholarships totaling over $340 million since 2007. Each scholarship is worth $5,000 per semester. Kendall Gray, of St. Augustine, a recent graduate of the University of North Florida who attended the ceremony, said the Folds of Honor scholarships help support her college career.

Matanzas High School Army JRTOC cadets present colors.

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BUSINESS The Ritz-Carlton holds ribbon cutting for sales office at Hammock Dunes The development opens office with $100 million in sales already posted. ABE MILLS CONTRIBUTING WRITER

One of the world’s most luxurious real estate brands, The Ritz-Carlton, has made it official in Flagler County with $100 million already in sales and a new official sales center at 2 Camino del Mar for The Ritz-Carlton Residences at Hammock Dunes. “We’re super excited about bringing The Ritz-Carlton

The Ritz-Carlton Residences ribbon cutting with Craig Straky, broker with Coastal Gateway Real Estate Group; Julie Bettosini, director of sales of Orlando for Stockworth Realty Group; Chuck Whittall, president of Unicorp National Developments; Zack Justice, chief operating officer of Unicorp; and John Phillips president of the Palm Coast Chamber of Commerce. Photos by Rachel Mills

Judy Barnes with attendees Pamela Perry and Emily Pritchett.

brand to Flagler County,” said Zack Justice, chief operating officer of Unicorp. The ribbon cutting and grand opening of the sales office was held Thursday, Oct. 8. “It’s going to be the best residential project built in this area for a very, very long time,” said Chuck Whittall, president of Unicorp National Developments Inc. “We have a vision of relaxation, of golf, wonderful lifestyle. We’re going to have all the amenities of The Ritz-Carlton, all the services of the Ritz-Carlton, the units are beautiful, they’re direct oceanfront.” Whittall said the team has thought of every detail. “We’re going to have concierge service,” Whittall said. “You’re going to be able to get sandwiches and food by the pool. We’re going to have meals, we’re going to have a great fitness center. If you need golf carts to the golf course, we’re going to have

those there for you. It’s going to be a pretty special experience.” Whittall said the luxury and attention to detail of The RitzCarlton is a perfect fit for The Hammock. “For the north part of Florida, there’s nothing up here like that,” Whittall said. “So, this is a fantastic location. The property’s pristine. The view is unbelievable.” The sales center includes sample displays of the inside of the residences. “Until we break ground and buildings are upright, they get to see, touch, and feel what it is actually going to look like,” said Julie Bettosini, the director of sales in Orlando. “When we step over into the kitchen, that is a replica of the smallest model kitchen. Courtside, countertops, appliances, the larger units have double islands.” The project has been in the works probably for about four years, and developers expect

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BIZ BUZZ One local Realtor has found a way to stand tall Heidi Epperson, of Coastal Gateway Real Estate Group, is having some fun with her open houses, and it’s helping her to stand out — literally. She is utilizing an 8-foot inflatable realtor to greet potential home buyers at the door and point them toward the front door. “It’s edgy, it’s fun, and it’s different,” Epperson said. “People smile when they see it. Kids wave back. Neighbors stop to take pictures. And more importantly, it gets buyers to slow down and actually come inside.” The giant inflatable has already become a neighborhood conversation starter, she added. “Sellers appreciate the extra effort, while househunters say the unexpected welcome makes open houses feel friendlier and more approachable,” she wrote in an email to the Observer. Email hgfit4ever@gmail.com.

Models open at Lakeview Estates, Seminole Palms The Northeast Florida Division of PulteGroup, one of the nation’s leading homebuilders, has announced that models are open and sales are underway at two new construction singlefamily home communities in Palm Coast. Lakeview Estates is located near I-95, and Seminole Palms is located just six miles from the beach. To learn more, call or text 386-387-8300 or visit www. Pulte.com/LakeviewEstates. For information on Seminole Palms, call or text 386-5176300 or visit www.Pulte.com/ SeminolePalms.

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Ormond Beach jiujitsu school seeks to expand A jiujitsu school at 333 W. Granada Blvd. met with the Ormond Beach Site Plan Review Committee on Sept. 30, to discuss a 200-square-foot addition, for an enclosed porch for seating and a coffee bar. The addition would remove one parking space from the front of the building.

BethuneCookman adds board members

Bethune-Cookman University has appointed attorney and philanthropist Joyce Hanks Moorehead and retired Disney executive Alice Williams to its Board of Trustees. President Albert Mosley and current Board of Trustees Chair Joyours “Pete” Gamble described the additions as “deliberate” in a press release. “These appointments were intentional,” he said. “Joyce Hanks Moorehead knows this institution and its governance from the inside, and her generosity has already changed lives on our campus. Alice Williams brings the perspective of a leader who helped run one of

the most admired organizations in the world, and she brings it home to Central Florida. As a United Methodist institution, we are especially grateful for her deep leadership in the church, from the Florida Annual Conference to the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry. Her experience chairing the church’s Investment Committee will be invaluable as we strengthen our endowment and financial stewardship. Together, they strengthen our board’s ability to steward Dr. Bethune’s legacy, grow our resources and open new doors for our students.” The new trustees’ terms began Oct. 1. Moorehead, a B-CU alumna, previously served on the university’s Board of Trustees from 2011-2018, and chaired it in fall 2013. Her philanthropy is also evident on campus, as the Thomas and Joyce Hanks Moorehead Residential Life Center, which opened in 2016, bears her and her husband’s names. In 2020, the Mooreheads gave $250,000 to B-CU’s Advancing the Legacy campaign. Joyce’s husband, Thomas, is a nationally recognized luxury automobile dealer. Send Biz Buzz stories to brent@observerlocalnews.com.

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Secluded 0.96-acre Lake Winnemissett custom home offers 4BR/3.5BA, 3,217 sq ft, den/ study, bonus room, screened pool & spa, ample parking, plus massive detached barn/workshop. Enjoy spacious rooms, natural light, fresh paint, new carpet & striking double-sided fireplace. #1230897 $795,000. Aimee Haase 425-361-9350.

Move-in ready 3BR/2BA/2.5-car villa with Florida Room-style porch, interior courtyard, cathedral lanai & gas fire pit. Remodeled kitchen/baths with new appliances & water filtration. Roof, HVAC & water heater updated within 3 years. Oversized garage, golf-cart space, ample storage & HOA lawn care included! #1230478 $349,900. Maureen France 386-479-2151.

INDIAN SPRINGS

Dream home in gated Indian Springs! This 4BR/2.5BA retreat sits on a manicured 0.68-acre lot backing to a peaceful pond. Features 3,028 sq ft, office/flex space, gourmet kitchen, 3-car garage, paver drive, Ring security, soaring ceilings, fireplace, travertine floors, granite counters & cherry cabinetry. #1230688 $809,000. Breezy LeVeille 386-682-9898.

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Beautifully updated 3BR/3BA with BRAND NEW ROOF (5/19)! Desirable split floor plan features 2 upgraded primary suites, ideal for guests or multigenerational living. Remodeled kitchen with modern finishes, updated baths, solar panels for low energy costs, and a private backyard oasis perfect for relaxing or entertaining. #1221541 $363,000. Todd Hammond 386-233-5957.

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REDUCED! Enjoy stunning river views, even from the kitchen! Chef’s kitchen features upgraded appliances, artisan turquoise glass backsplash, sparkling white granite & deep double sinks. Wood-grain tile throughout. Spacious primary suite boasts dual sinks, walk-in shower, jacuzzi tub & 20” marble tile. #1225395 $262,000. V. Ann Alexander 386-503-7220.

The house at 3078 Silvermines Ave. sold on Sept. 23, for $444,900. Built in 2020, the house is a 3/2 and has 1,914 square feet. It last sold in 2021 for $392,000. Hunter’s Ridge The house at 63 Westland Run sold on Sept. 24, for $375,000. Built in 2007, the house is a 3/2 and has a pool and 1,995 square feet. It last sold in 2020 for $308,000.

The house at 151 Pergola Place sold on Sept. 25, for $290,000. Built in 2016, the house is a 3/2 and has 1,537 square feet. It last sold in 2015 for $202,700. Ocean Village The house at 632 Robin Road, Unit B, sold on Sept. 21, for $309,000. Built in 1947, the house is a 2/2 and has 855 square feet. It last sold in 2023 for $215,000.

Ormond Lakes The house at 39 Lakebluff Drive sold on Sept. 24, for $385,000. Built in 2002, the

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A house in LPGA at 3129 Firethorn Circle was the top real estate transaction in Daytona Beach’s 32124 zip code for the week of Sept. 19-25. The house sold on Sept. 20, for $715,000. Built in 2024, the house is a 5/4.5 and has a pool and 3,715 square feet. It last sold in 2024 for $643,800. The house was listed by LaTravia Smith, of Coldwell Banker Coast Realty. Grande Champion The house at 1045 Champion Ridge Drive sold on Sept. 21, for $380,000. Built in 2026, the house is a 4/2 and has 1,828 square feet.

The house at 1044 Champion Ridge Drive sold on Sept. 25, for $374,990. Built in 2026, the house is a 4/2 and has 1,828 square feet. Latitude Margaritaville The house at 396 Gypsy Palace Lane sold on Sept. 23, for $375,000. Built in 2024, the house is a 2/2 and has 1,466 square feet. It last sold in 2024 for $398,900.

house is a 3/2 and has 1,918 square feet. It last sold in 2016 for $230,000. The Trails The townhome at 8 Appaloosa Trail sold on Sept. 22, for $315,000. Built in 1983, the 4/3 townhome has a fireplace and 2,954 square feet. It last sold in 2005 for $245,000. Woodmere The house at 732 Lucerne Circle sold on Sept. 23, for $430,000. Built in 1973, the house is a 3/2 and has a pool and 1,664 square feet. It last sold in 2003 for $120,500.

ORMOND-BY-THE-SEA Ormond Shores The house at 9 Juniper Drive sold on Sept. 25, for $435,000. Built in 1963, the house is a 3/2 and has a pool and 1,891 square feet.

The house at 273 Compass Rose Drive sold on Sept. 24, for $605,000. Built in 2020, the house is a 2/2.5 and has 2,067 square feet. It last sold in 2020 for $377,400. The townhome at 483 Lost Shaker Way sold on Sept. 25, for $488,000. Built in 2020, the townhome is a 2/2 and has 1,778 square feet. It last sold in 2020 for $309,900. LPGA The townhome at 188 Mendoza Circle sold on Sept. 22, for $257,000. Built in 2008, the townhome is a 2/2 and has 1,565 square feet. It last sold in 2009 for $152,000.

The house at 116 Zaharias Circle sold on Sept. 25, for $378,000. Built in 2004, the house is a 4/3 and has 2,778 square feet. It last sold in 2020 for $372,000. Mosaic The house at 504 Mosaic Blvd. sold on Sept. 24, for $672,944. Built in 2026, the house is a 4/3 and has 2,537 square feet.

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

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Ocean Hammock house sells for $2.97 million A

house at 32 Hammock Beach Circle S., in Ocean Hammock, was the top real estate transaction for Sep. 26 to Oct. 2 in Palm Coast and Flagler County. The house sold on Sept. 30, for $2,970,000. Built in 2009, the house is a 5/6.5 and has a fireplace, an outdoor kitchen, an elevator and 5,612 square feet. The house was listed by Katherine Gable and Alan Messner, of ONE Sotheby’s International Realty.

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Condos A condo at 60 Surfview Drive, Unit 421, sold on Oct. 2, for $680,000. Built in 2004, the condo is a 3/2.5 and has 1,640 square feet. It sold in 2004 for $440,000.

A condo at 13 Mid Oaks Circle, Unit 13, sold on Oct. 2, for $186,000. Built in 1980, the condo is a 3/2 and has 1,163 square feet. It sold in 2016 for $121,000. A condo at 85 Avenue De La Mer, Unit 601, sold on Oct. 2, for $1,785,000. Built in 2006, the condo is a 4/3.5 and has 3,070 square feet. It sold in 2007 for $1,350,000. A condo at 200 Riverfront Drive, D304, sold on Sept. 30, for $400,000. Built in 2006, the condo is a 3/3 and has 2,015 square feet. It sold in 2016 for $255,000. A condo at 38 Oxford Lane, Unit 38, sold on Sept. 30, for

$165,000. Built in 1983, the condo is a 2/2 and has 1,098 square feet. It sold in 2019 for $115,000. A condo at 301 S. Central Ave., Unit 10, sold on Sept. 30, for $325,000. Built in 2007, the condo is a 2/1 and has 553 square feet. It sold in 2023 for $330,000. A condo at 900 Cinnamon Beach Way, Unit 822, sold on Sept. 29, for $750,000. Built 2003, the condo is a 3/2 and has 1,682 square feet. It sold in 2023 for $675,000.

PALM COAST

Grand Haven A house at 10 S. Waterview Drive sold on Oct. 2, for $700,000. Built in 2008, the

house is a 3/2.5 and has a pool and 2,643 square feet. A house at 21 Village View Drive sold on Oct. 2, for $390,000. Built in 2003, the house is a 3/2 and has 1,810 square feet. It sold in 2013 for $225,000. Ocean Hammock A house at 34 Kingfisher Lane sold on Sept. 30, for $1,200,000. Built in 2012, the house is a 4/3 and has a hot tub and 3,442 square feet. Palm Harbor A house at 6 Country Club Harbor Circle sold on Oct. 2, for $489,000. Built in 2017, the house is a 3/2 and has 1,930 square feet. It sold in 2018 for $290,000. Pine Grove A house at 10 Princess Mari Place sold on Oct. 2, for $510,000. Built in 2020, the house is a 4/3 and has a pool and 2,465 square feet. It sold in 2020 for $276,100. Pine Lakes A house at 113 Westlee Lane sold on Oct. 2, for $427,600. Built in 1990, the house is a 4/3 and has a pool and 2,131 square feet. It sold in 1990 for $153,600.

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

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November 11, 1948 - October 1, 2026 Jeffrey Edward Linstrom died on October 1, 2026, of a heart attack. Despite the valiant attempts by the Advent Palm Coast ED, he succumbed. Jeffrey (Jeff) Edward Linstrom was born in Highland Park, Michigan on November 11, 1948, to Edward and Betty Linstrom. He is survived by his immediate family; his wife Robin Polletta, his sisters Suzanne (deceased), Cathy (Al) Behr, and Mary (Chris) Ford, three stepdaughters, Elizabeth (Scott), Michelle (Jason), Sarah (Brian), 6 grandchildren, and many nephews, a niece, and grandnephews and grandnieces. He grew up in Detroit and Birmingham, Michigan, attended Birmingham Groves High School and matriculated at Eastern Michigan University. He enlisted in the Army from 1970-1972, serving in Germany after basic and

extended maritime training. Upon his honorable discharge, he completed his undergraduate degree at Eastern, then attended Wayne State University for a master’s program in urban planning and management. Upon graduation, he worked for Michigan Ball Bearing/Motion Industries where he opened and managed several branch offices in Lansing and Grand Rapids Michigan. Later he became a financial planner, working for UBS and Thrivent. Upon retiring, he moved to Northville, Michigan and married Robin Polletta. When Robin retired from teaching, they moved to Ormond Beach in 2016, where he enjoyed golf, the beach, kayaking, and socializing with the new friends they made. Jeff had a huge heart for family, friends, and furry companions, even the ones his wife brought home from trips!

His wishes were to be cremated and his ashes joined with his mother, stepfather and sister’s in California. A local celebration of life will be held at a future date. Friends are asked to make donations to the Flagler or Halifax Humane Society in his honor.

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Robert “Bud” Elliott Schermerhorn, 88, of Bunnell, Florida, passed away peacefully on September 19, 2026, at his home surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on November 26, 1937, in Jamestown, New York to Elliott Clifford and Marjorie Louise (née Gallinger) Schermerhorn. Shortly after his birth the family moved to a 75-acre farm 6 miles west of Jamestown, New York. The farm is the present site of the Cummins Engine Plant, Jamestown, New York. He was married to his beloved wife Joan (née Bosworth) Schermerhorn for 62 years. Together they raised 5 children. Bud, “Buddy” attended Jamestown Seventh-Day Adventist Church School and Ashville Union School. In the winter of 1947-48 he enrolled at the Seventh-Day Adventist School in Loma Linda, California. In the fall of 1950, he enrolled at Union Springs Academy in Union Springs, New York, where he graduated at the top of his class in 1955. Four years later he graduated from Atlantic Union College with a degree in Pastoral Ministry. After completing his studies at the Seventh-Day Adventist Seminary in Berrien Springs, Michigan, he began his ministry with the New York Conference

of Seventh-Day Adventist, serving Rochester, Wayland, and Cortland. He also held ministries in the Pennsylvania Conference, serving Wellsboro and Hatboro. He then served as Principal at Fletcher Academy, Chaplain at the Punta Gorda Seventh-Day Adventist Hospital in Florida for 13 years, then back to Union Springs Academy as a bible teacher for two years. He concluded his career pastoring churches in Arkansas, Louisiana and Tennessee. In semi-retirement Pastor Bud conducted nine evangelistic trips to Ukraine and Russia including two to Siberia in the 1990s. He also did mission work in Nicaragua and Cuba. He enjoyed sharing the gospel and visiting with fellow parishioners, praying with and for everyone. He was a genuinely kind person and will be missed by everyone. He is proceeded in death by his parents Elliott and Marjorie Schermerhorn, daughter and son-in-law Tami Jo and Joe Peck, stepmother Lois K Schermerhorn, father-in law Harry Bosworth, mother-in law Ruth Valentine Bosworth, brother-in-law Orest Roshak, brother-in-law Paul Reiss, sister-in-law Patricia Reiss and nephew Josiah C Schermerhorn. Survived by his wife Joan

Bosworth Schermerhorn, his sons: Kirk Schermerhorn, Judd Schermerhorn, Hans (Angela) Schermerhorn, daughter Bonnie Schermerhorn, brother Terry (Linda) Schermerhorn, and sisterin-law Mary Ellen Roshak. Also survived by his grandchildren: Megan (Harley), Kye (Maudzy), Zak (Seaira), Amber (Blayne), Deia (Alex), Lola (Brayden), Ryer, Tehya, Faryn and Kadis. And he adored all his great-grandchildren: Micayla, Farrelene, Willow, Kane, Daya, Soren Bud, Elliott, Trezdyn, Navy, Aftyn, Jaden, Adelyn, Ozzy, Aubrey, Annison, Ryleigh, Violet, Levi, Cooper, and Haven. He also leaves behind many cousins, nieces, and nephews. The family would like to thank Advent Health Hospice of Palm Coast for their support.

Emidio A. Taipina

March 15, 1936 - September 28, 2026 Emidio A Taipina, 90, of Palm Coast, passed away September 28, 2026 with his loving family at his side. Born in Febres, Portugal, he was the son of Manuel and Rosa Taipina. He married his beloved wife Licinia (Conceicao) in January of 1960. Emidio owned and operated his own food truck for many years, and in his spare time he enjoyed traveling, and spending time with his family. They shared many memories and experiences, beach bonfires, martial arts, and watching soccer (Força Benfica Allez!). Above all, Emidio enjoyed working the land. Landscaping, farming, and planting were all passions of his. He was a “firecracker,” and a man of determination; always meeting the goals he set for himself with confidence. His

proudest accomplishment was his family, and he loved sharing many stories of his travels with all of them. He was truly full of life. Besides his wife, Licinia, Emidio is survived by their two children, Aurea Santos and Dennis Taipina, all of Palm Coast; grandchildren David Dos Santos of Palm Coast, Phillipe Dos Santos, Sofia Taipina and Daniel Taipina all of New Jersey and his son in law Jorge Santos of Palm Coast, as well as two siblings, Estelina Taipina of Portugal, and Carlos Taipina of France. A Memorial Mass will be held on Monday, October 19, 2026 at 11 AM in St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 4600 Belle Terre Pkwy, Palm Coast, FL, followed by interment. Arrangements are

under the care and direction of Lotus Funeral Services, 460 Palm Coast Pkwy, Ste 3, Palm Coast. lotusfuneralservices.com

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FLAGLER COUNTY LEGAL NOTICES FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 45 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL ACTION CASE NO.: 2026 CA 000054 DIVISION: 49 FL MORTGAGE TRUST 2022-1, Plaintiff, vs. JJJ MANAGEMENT AND INVESTMENT, LLC, et al., Defendants. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN Pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated August 31, 2026, and entered in Case No. 2026 CA 000054 of the Circuit Court of the Seventh Judicial Circuit in and for Flagler County, Florida in which FL MORTGAGE TRUST 2022-1, is the Plaintiff and JJJ MANAGEMENT AND INVESTMENT, LLC; JOSE M ACOSTA; H&L PROPERTY SOLUTIONS, LLC are defendants, Tom Bexley, Clerk of the Court, will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash in/on www. flagler.realforeclose.com in accordance with chapter 45 Florida Statutes, Flagler County, Florida on November 6, 2026, at 11:00 am the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment of Foreclosure: LOT 19, BLOCK 7, LAGUNA FOREST, SECTION 64, SEMINOLE WOODS AT PALM COAST, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 18, PAGE 36 THROUGH 43, INCLUSIVE, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA. PARCEL IDENTIFICATION NUM-

FIRST INSERTION NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT, FOR THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2026 CP 000530 Division Probate IN RE: ESTATE OF ROBERT SCOTT SEMBER, Deceased. The administration of the estate of Robert Scott Sember, deceased, whose date of death was May 26, 2026, is pending in the Circuit Court for Flagler County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1769 E Moody Blvd, Bldg 1, Bunnel, Florida 32110. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. 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 October 15, 2026. Personal Representative: Nathaniel Steven Sember Attorney for Personal Representative: John R. Cappa II E-Mail Addresses: jrc@cappalaw.com holly@mckytonlaw.com Florida Bar No. 56227 John R. Cappa PA 1229 Central Avenue St. Petersburg, FL 33705 Telephone: 727-894-3159 October 15, 22, 2026 26-00369G

BER: 07-11-31-7064-00070-0190 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 34 LLOLEETA PATH, PALM COAST, FL 32164 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. **See 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. B-206, DeLand, FL 32724, (386) 2576096, ADARequest@circuit7.org. Hearing or voice impaired, please call 711. /s/ Damian G. Waldman  Damian G. Waldman, Esq. Florida Bar No. 0090502  David John Miller, Esq. Florida Bar No. 69995 Law Offices of Damian G. Waldman, P.A. PO Box 5162 Largo, FL 33779 Telephone: (727) 538-4160 Facsimile: (727) 240-4972 Email 1: damian@dwaldmanlaw.com Email 2: dmiller@dwaldmanlaw.com E-Service: service@dwaldmanlaw.com Attorneys for Plaintiff October 15, 22, 2026 26-00368G

FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL DIVISION: 53 CASE NO.: 2025 CA 000675 RTL REO LLC, Plaintiff, vs. ZANDER HOLDING GROUP LLC A/K/A PALM COAST HOLDING GROUP LLC; JAY TODD BUCH; UNKNOWN TENANT #1; UNKNOWN TENANT #2 Defendants. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to an Order or Final Judgment entered in the above styled cause now pending in said court and as required by Florida Statute 45.031(2), TOM W. BEXLEY as the Clerk of the Circuit Court for FLAGLER County shall sell to the highest and best bidder for cash electronically at www.flagler. realforeclose.com at, 11:00 AM on the 09 day of November, 2026, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: Lot 2, Block 56, Palm Coast, Map of Wynnfield, Section 27, according to the Plat thereof, recorded in Map Book 9, Page (s) 36 through 50, inclusive, of the Public Records of Flagler County, Florida. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 5 WOOD ARBOR LN, PALM COAST, FL 32164 IF YOU ARE A PERSON CLAIMING A RIGHT TO FUNDS REMAINING AFTER THE SALE, YOU MUST FILE A CLAIM WITH THE CLERK NO LATER THAN THE DATE THAT THE CLERK REPORTS THE FUNDS AS UNCLAIMED. IF YOU FAIL TO FILE A CLAIM, YOU WILL NOT BE ENTITLED TO ANY REMAINING FUNDS. AFTER THE FUNDS ARE REPORTED AS UNCLAIMED, ONLY THE OWNER OF RECORD AS OF THE DATE OF THE LIS PENDENS MAY CLAIM THE SURPLUS. If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Court Administration -ADA Coordinator, 1769 E. Moody Blvd., Bldg. 1, 2nd floor, Bunnell FL 32110, (386) 257-6096, ADARequest@circuit7. org, at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately on receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. Dated this 12 day of October 2026. By: /s/ Lindsay Maisonet Lindsay Maisonet, Esq. Bar Number: 93156 Submitted by: De Cubas & Lewis, P.A. PO Box 5026 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33310 Telephone: (954) 453-0365 Facsimile: (954) 771-6052 Toll Free: 1-800-441-2438 DESIGNATED PRIMARY E-MAIL FOR SERVICE PURSUANT TO FLA. R. JUD. ADMIN 2.516 eservice@decubaslewis.com 25-02876 October 15, 22, 2026 26-00367G

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 Lady T Smokes, located at 7 Cedar CV, in the City of Palm Coast, Flagler County, FL 32137, intends to register the said name with the Division of Corporations of the Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida. Dated 10/6/2026. Tanya Casper 7763-362600 Oct. 15, 2026 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION IN RE: ESTATE OF CLAUDE RAY DAVIS, Deceased. FILE NO: 2026 CP 000455 DIVISION: 48 NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Claude Ray Davis, deceased, whose date of death was June 1, 2026, is pending in the Circuit Court for Flagler County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1769 E. Moody Blvd., Bldg. 1, Bunnell, FL, 32110. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative's attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent's estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent's death by the decedent or the decedent's surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, 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 other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent's estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT'S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is October 15, 2026 Personal Representative: /s/ Betty Jane Davis Betty Jane Davis 700 Montana Terrace Ormond Beach, Florida 32174 Attorney for Personal Representative: /s/ Tonya D. Cromartie TONYA D. CROMARTIE Attorney TONYA CROMARTIE PA 648 South Ridgewood Avenue DAYTONA BEACH, FL 32114 Telephone: (386) 615-9521 Fax: (386) 615-9523 E-Mail: tonya@daytona-law.com Secondary E-Mail: service@daytona-law.com Florida Bar Number: 143839 7763-362710 Oct. 15, 22, 2026 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 Anchor and Grain, located at 29 White House Drive, in the City of Palm Coast, Flagler County, FL 32164, intends to register the said name with the Division of Corporations of the Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida. Dated 10/8/2026. Jason Raper Services Inc. 7763-362836 Oct. 15, 2026 GRAND HAVEN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT NOTICE OF GATHERING WHICH INCLUDES MULTIPLE SUPERVISORS Notice is hereby given, pursuant to Florida Statutes §286.011 that two or more of the members of the Board of Supervisors of the Grand Haven Community Development District

(“District”) may be in attendance at the following activity: Grand Haven Candidates’ Forum The gathering will be held on October 22, 2026, beginning at 5:00 p.m. in the Grand Haven Room at 2001 Waterside Parkway, Palm Coast Florida. The gathering is not a meeting of the District, and the Board will not convene for purposes of taking action on matters of District business, nor will the Supervisors present discuss District business between themselves. The matters that could be discussed may relate to some future action to be considered by the Board of Supervisors. Accordingly, this notice is given in compliance with Florida Statutes §286.011. Howard McGaffney District Manager 7763-363305 Oct. 15, 2026 NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Please take notice Go Store It - Flagler Beach located at 4601 E. Moody Blvd. Suite A7, Bunnell, FL 32110 intends to hold a public sale to the highest bidder of household goods and other personal property stored in the following units: 175 Leigh-Ann Clabby 200-201 Destinee Frybarger 205 Christopher Riley 206 Jessica Hyatt 238 Linda Mills Sale will be held 11/10/2026 at 11:30am via storagetreasures.com. Pursuant to Florida Statute § 83.806. 7763-362000 Oct. 15, 22, 2026 LEGAL NOTICE $8,434.32 USD was seized via search warrant by the Flagler County Sheriff ’s Office pursuant to a search warrant issued on August 31, 2026. The funds were located in a Coinbase account in connection with a fraud that occurred in Flagler County on or around August 26, 2026. 7763-361768 Oct. 8, 15, 2026 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No.: 2026 DR 000898 Division: 47 IN RE: THE ADOPTION OF: Lindcoln Joissin Adoptees(s). NOTICE OF ACTION FOR TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS AND STEPPARENT ADOPTION TO: Roseline Louis Address Unknown YOU ARE NOTIFIED that a Joint Petition for Adoption by Stepparent has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Marie-D. Joissin & Lindson Joissin, whose address is 15 Pine Circle Dr, Palm Coast, FL 32164, on or before 11-9-26, and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 1769 East Moody Blvd, Bunnell, Florida 32110 before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition. The minor child(ren) are identified as follows: Date of Birth: 3-15-2010 Place of Birth: Haiti Physical Description of Respondent: Age: 46 Race: B Hair Color: Blk Eye Color: Br Approximate Height: 5.2 Approximate Weight: 180 Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court's office. You may review these documents upon request. You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court's office notified of your current address. (You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.) Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the addresses on record at the clerk's office. Dated: 9-24-26 CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT & COMPTROLLER By: {Deputy Clerk} 7763-361962 Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29, 2026 NOTICE TO PATIENTS OF DR. MICHAEL EPPS Notice is hereby given that effective November 20, 2026, Dr. Michael Epps will no longer practice at Eye Center of St. Augustine. Patients may obtain copies of their medical records or request that their records be transferred to another physician in one of the following ways: online at eyecenterstaug.com/patientresources/medical-records-release, by

phone at 904-829-2286, or in person at any Eye Center of St. Augustine location. Patients currently seeing Dr. Epps should make arrangements with another doctor to ensure continuity of treatment. 7763-362420 Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29, 2026 PUBLIC NOTICE Effective November 25, 2026, Dr. David Gay and Dr. Jeffrey Keen will no longer see patients at AdventHealth Medical Group Orthopedics and Sports Medicine at Palm Coast Parkway located at 3 AdventHealth Way Suite 250, Palm Coast FL 32137. Patients should have received communication regarding transition of care. If you are a patient and have not received communication or have additional questions, please call the office at 386-232-9487. 7763-360582 Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29, 2026 PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT in accordance with Section 177.101 of the Florida Statutes, owners Cassity Family LLC, intend to petition the Board of County Commissioners of Flagler County, Florida, on October 19, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible during its regular scheduled meeting to vacate and relocate the 24 foot wide Secondary Access Easement bisecting Lot 14 of Cinnamon Grove Village, as recorded in Map Book 35, Pages 10-12, of the 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: AN ACCESS AND UTILITY EASEMENT SITUATE UPON LOT 14 CINNAMON GROVE VILLAGE RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 5, PAGES 10-12 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLER COUNTY FLORIDA FURTHER DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS; COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 14 CINNAMON GROVE VILLAGE RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 5, PAGES 10-12 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA; BEAR S 89°17'23" W, A DISTANCE OF 35.64' FEET ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF LOT 14 TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE, DEPART SAID SOUTH LINE N 00°42'37" W, A DISTANCE OF 59.90' FEET; THENCE, S 89°17'23" W, A DISTANCE OF 106.00' FEET; THENCE, N 00°42'37" W, 135.42' FEET; THENCE, S 89°17'23" W, A DISTANCE OF 24.00' FEET; THENCE, S 00°42'37" E, A DISTANCE OF 159.42' FEET; THENCE, N 89°17'23" E, A DISTANCE OF 106.00' FEET; THENCE, S 00°42'37" E, A DISTANCE OF 59.50' FEET TO THE AFOREMENTIONED SOUTH LINE; THENCE, N 89°17'23" E, A DISTANCE OF 24.00' 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. 7763-361595 Oct. 8, 15, 2026 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that SAND CUB 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 / 1283 Year of Issuance:2024 Description of Property: LOT 12 OF BLOCK 7, OF PALM COAST, MAP OF PINE GROVE, SECTION 24, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 8, AT PAGE 43, OF THE PUBLIC RECORD OF FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA. Name in which assessed:

ALBERTHA R KAULESAR (DECEASED), TORAL KAULESAR 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 17th day of November, 2026 at 9 a.m. Tom Bexley Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller of Flagler County, FL By: Tiffani Smith, Deputy Clerk File # 26-076 TDC 7763-355438 Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29, 2026 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR FLAGER COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION IN RE: ESTATE OF NORBERTO ANDINO ROSARIO, DECEASED. FILE NO. 2026 CP 000556 NOTICE OF ACTION (formal notice by publication) TO: JOEL SANCHEZ ANDINO, Unknown DIANA SANCHEZ ANDINO, Unknown VALERIE ANDINO MARTINEZ, Unknown YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that Petition for Administration, Petition to Waive Bond of Personal Representative and Notice of Administration has been filed in this court. You are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, on Petitioner's attorney, whose name and address are: David W. Veliz, 630 North Wymore Road, Suite 330, Maitland, Florida 32751 on or before 11/07/2026 and to file the original of the written defenses with the Clerk of this Court either before service or immediately thereafter. Failure to serve and file written defenses as required may result in a judgment or order for the relief demanded, without further notice. Signed on 9/15/2026 /s/ Lisa Morris Lisa Morris As Deputy Clerk First publication on: 10/1/2026 7764-360291 7763-360291 Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22, 2026 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA LAYANE QUEIROZ DA SILVA FONSECA PETITIONER, AND ABNER RENE LAFONTAINE RESPONDENT, NOTICE OF ACTION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE (NO CHILD OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT) TO: ABNER RENE LAFONTAINE 31 BUFFALO BILL DRIVE PALM COAST, FL. 32137-9468 YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action for dissolution of marriage has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on LAYANE QUEIROZ DA SILVA FONSECA whose address is 23 LUTHER DRIVE, PALM COAST, FL. 32137 on or before 10/31/2026 and file the original with the clerk of this Court at 1769 E MOODY BLVD, BLDG 1, BUNNELL, FL. 32110 before service on Petitioner or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the petition. The action is asking the court to decide how the following real or personal property should be divided: NONE Copies of all court documents in this case, including orders, are available at the Clerk of the Circuit Court's office. You may review these documents upon request. You must keep the Clerk of the Circuit Court's office notified of your current address. (You may file Designation of Current Mailing and E-Mail Address, Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.915.). Future papers in this lawsuit will be mailed or e-mailed to the address(es) on record at the clerk's office. WARNING: Rule 12.285, Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, requires certain automatic disclosure of documents and information. Failure to comply can result in sanctions, including dismissal or striking of pleadings. Dated: 09/18/2026 CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT By: Deputy Clerk 7763-360523 Sep. 24, Oct. 1, 8, 15, 2026

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FIRST INSERTION NOTICE TO CREDITORS (Summary Administration) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2026 CP 000319 Division 48 IN RE: ESTATE OF MICHELLE A. DRIES 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 MICHELLE A. DRIES, deceased, File Number 2026 CP 000319, by the Circuit Court for FLAGLER County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1769 East Moody Blvd. Bunnell, FL 32110; that the decedent’s date of death was January 18, 2026; that the total value of the estate is $14,606.36 and that the names and addresses of those to whom it has been assigned by such order are: Name Address DAVID M. DRIES 2301 Stonebridge Way Flagler Beach, FL 32136 AUSTIN HERZING 143 Old Cottage Drive St. Johns, FL 32259 COLE HERZING 4917 SW 98th Place Ocala, FL 34476 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 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 sections 732.216732.288 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 October 15, 2026. Person Giving Notice: David M. Dries 2301 Stonebridge Way Flagler Beach, Florida 32136 Attorney for Person Giving Notice Diane A. Vidal, Attorney Florida Bar Number: 1008324 CHIUMENTO LAW 145 City Place, Suite 301 Palm Coast, FL 32164 Telephone: (386) 445-8900 Fax: (386) 445-6702 E-Mail: DVidal@legalteamforlife.com Secondary E-Mail: Proserv@legalteamforlife.com October 15, 22, 2026 26-00358G

FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION Case No. 2025 CA 000722 PennyMac Loan Services, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. Carin C Mitchell, et al., Defendants. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to the Final Judgment and/or Order Rescheduling Foreclosure Sale, entered in Case No. 2025 CA 000722 of the Circuit Court of the SEVENTH Judicial Circuit, in and for Flagler County, Florida, wherein PennyMac Loan Services, LLC is the Plaintiff and Carin C Mitchell; Unknown Spouse of Carin C. Mitchell; United States of America on behalf of the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development; Windsong at Flagler Beach Homeowners Association, Inc. are the Defendants, that Tom Bexley, Flagler County Clerk of Court will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at, www.flagler.realforeclose. com, beginning at 11:00 AM on the 20th day of November, 2026, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment, to wit: PARCEL 5C: A PORTION OF LOT 5C AND LOT 5D, WINDSONG SUBDIVISION, AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 26, PAGES 39 AND 40, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA, BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCE AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LOT 5A; THENCE SOUTH 23 DEGREES 19 MINUTES 26 SECONDS EAST 69.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE CONTINUE SOUTH 23 DEGREES 19 MINUTES 16 SECONDS EAST 25.00 FEET: THENCE SOUTH 66 DEGREES 40 MINUTES 34 SECONDS WEST AND PARALLEL TO THE EAST LINE OF LOT 5C 103.33 FEET; THENCE NORTH 23 DEGREES 19 MINUTES 26 SECONDS WEST 25.00 FEET TO THE WEST LINE OF LOT 5C; THENCE NORTH 66

FIRST INSERTION NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF FLORIDA IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 2026 CA 000029 SELENE FINANCE, LP, Plaintiff, vs. KENNETH D SESSIONS, et al., Defendant. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Summary Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered October 01, 2026 in Civil Case No. 2026 CA 000029 of the Circuit Court of the SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT in and for Flagler County, Bunnell, Florida, wherein SELENE FINANCE, LP is Plaintiff and Kenneth D Sessions, et al., are Defendants, the Flagler County Clerk of Court, TOM W. BEXLEY, will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash online via https://flagler. realforeclose.com/index.cfm in accordance with Chapter 45, Florida Statutes on the 13th day of November, 2026 at 11:00 AM on the following described property as set forth in said Summary Final Judgment, to-wit: LOT 9, BLOCK 21, ROYAL PALMS SECTION 33, PALM COAST, A SUBDIVISION, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 10, PAGE 67, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA Any person claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens, must file a claim 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 25-14756FL October 15, 22, 2026 26-00362G

DEGREES 40 MINUTES 34 SECONDS EAST ALONG SAID WEST LINE OF LOT 5C 103.33 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. TAX ID: 36113161150005000C0 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. Please contact Court Administration , 125 E. Orange Ave., Ste. 300, Daytona Beach, FL 32114; (386) 257-6096 at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired call 711. Dated this 12th day of October, 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 Kelley, Esq., Florida Bar No. 32106 Orlando Amador, Esq., Florida Bar No. 39265 Felicia Barry, Esq., Florida Bar No. 0110571 Amanda Driscole, Esq., Florida Bar No. 85926 Karan A Khemlani, Esq., Florida Bar No. 1062463 Gavin MacMillan, Esq., Florida Bar No. 0037641 Matthew Marks, Esq., Florida Bar No. 524336 Jonathan Mesker, Esq., Florida Bar No. 805971 Robert Rodely, Esq., Florida Bar No. 1059253 Julie York, Esq., Florida Bar No. 55337 Premlata Sanchez, Esq., Florida Bar No. 51509 File # 25-F02776 October 15, 22, 2026 26-00361G

FIRST INSERTION NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION 48 File # 2026 CP 375 IN RE: THE ESTATE OF ANDREW PETRUS, Deceased. The administration of the Estate of Andrew Petrus, Deceased, whose date of death was April 30, 2026, is pending in the Circuit Court for Flagler County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is Kim C. Hammond Justice Center, 1769 E. Moody Blvd, Bldg. 1, Bunnell, Florida 32110. The name and address 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 the Decedent’s Estate on whom a copy of this Notice is required to be served must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF 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 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 SECION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA STATUTES 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. Karolina Jakubiak, 4251 Sawmill Valley Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, L5L3K9 The first publication of this notice is October 15, 2026. /s/ Andrea Burns ANDREA BURNS, ESQ. Florida Bar Number: 1031966 Geiger Law, PLLC Post Office Box 352951 Palm Coast, FL 32135 (386) 264-6937 telephone Attorney for Personal Representative andrea@386lawfirm.com October 15, 22, 2026 26-00363G

FIRST INSERTION FIRST INSERTION NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2026 CP 000518 IN RE: ESTATE OF FRANKLIN E. GULBRANDSEN, JR., Deceased. The administration of the estate of FRANKLIN E. GULBRANDSEN, JR., deceased, whose date of death was April 24, 2026; File Number 2026 CP 000518, is pending in the Circuit Court for Flagler County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1769 East Moody Boulevard, Building 1, Bunnell, FL 32110. The name and address 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 WITHIN 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. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE 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: October 15, 2026. Signed on October 8, 2026. SEAN F. BOGLE, ESQ. Personal Representative Sean F. Bogle, Esq. Email: sean@boglelawfirm.com Florida Bar No. 0106313 Douglas A. Cohen, Esq. Email: doug@boglelawfirm.com Florida Bar No.: 124063 Attorneys for Petitioner BOGLE LAW FIRM 101 S. New York Ave., Suite 205 Winter Park, FL 32789 Telephone: 407-834-3311 Fax: 407-834-3302 October 15, 22, 2026 26-00357G

FIRST INSERTION NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2026-CP-429 IN RE: ESTATE OF MARIA D. NUNEZ Deceased. The administration of the estate of Maria D. Nunez, deceased, whose date of death was September 25, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Flagler County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1769 Moody Boulevard, Bunnell, FL 32110. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. 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: 10/15/2026 Personal Representative: Mariella Borel-Porter 16 Pineapple Dr Palm Coast, Florida 32164 Attorney for Personal Representative: Andrew J. Oram Attorney Florida Bar Number: 1015374 308 Avenue G SW STE 209 Winter Haven, FL 33880 Telephone: (863) 259-4743 E-Mail: office@oram.law Secondary E-Mail: andrew@oram.law October 15, 22, 2026 26-00360G

NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 45, FLORIDA STATUTES IN THE COUNTY COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 2025 CC 000252 WINDSONG AT FLAGLER BEACH HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC., Plaintiff, vs. CARIN C. MITCHELL, et al., Defendant. Notice is given that pursuant to the Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated August 10, 2026, in Case No.: 2025 CC 000252 of the County Court in and for Flagler County, Florida, wherein WINDSONG AT FLAGLER BEACH HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC., is the Plaintiff and CARIN C. MITCHELL, et al., is the Defendant. The Clerk of Court for Flagler County, Florida will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at 11:00 a.m., online at https://flagler.realforeclose. com in accordance with Section 45.031, Florida Statutes, on November 6, 2026, the following described property set forth in the Final Judgment of Foreclosure: Parcel 5C: A portion of Lot 5C and Lot 5D, Windsong Subdivision, as recorded in Map Book 26, Pages 39 and 40, of the Public Records of Flagler County, Florida, being more particularly described as follows: Commence at the Northeast corner of Lot 5A; thence South 23 degrees 19’ 26’’ East 69.00 feet to the Point of Beginning; thence continue South 23 degrees 19’ 16” East 25.00 feet: thence South 66 degrees 40’ 34” West and parallel to the East line of Lot 5C 103.33 feet; thence North 23 degrees 19’ 26”’ West 25.00 feet to the West Line of Lot 5C; thence North 66 degrees 40’ 34” East along said West line of Lot 5C 103.33 feet to the Point of Beginning. 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. DATED: October 7, 2026 By: /s/Frank J. Lacquaniti Frank J. Lacquaniti, Esquire Florida Bar No.: 26347 ARIAS BOSINGER, PLLC 280 W. Canton Avenue, Suite 330 Winter Park, Florida 32789 (407) 636-2549 October 15, 22, 2026 26-00354G

FIRST INSERTION NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7th JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION 48 File # 2026 CP 517 IN RE: THE ESTATE OF EVELYN LOUISE RILEY, Deceased. The administration of the Estate of Evelyn Louise Riley, Deceased, whose date of death was September 17, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Flagler County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is Kim C. Hammond Justice Center, 1769 E. Moody Blvd, Bldg. 1, Bunnell, Florida 32110. The name and address 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 the Decedent’s Estate on whom a copy of this Notice is required to be served must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING CITY OF BUNNELL, FLORIDA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE CITY OF BUNNELL, FLORIDA will hold

a Public Hearing as authorized by law at 9:00 A.M. on the 28th day of October 2026, for the purpose of hearing an appeal of a Special Exception Application No. SE-202613 granted by the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board for a Solid Waste Management Facility Class I Landﬁll before the City Commission, in the Chambers Meeting Room of the Bunnell Administration Complex located at 2400 Commerce Pkwy, Bunnell, Florida 32110. This appeals hearing will be treated as a De Novo hearing. SE-2026-13 REQUESTING APPROVAL OF A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE FOR PROJECT BUTTERFLY AT 261 COUNTY ROAD 45 TO PERMIT A SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT FACILITY WITHIN THE AG&S ZONING DISTRICT. ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE INVITED TO PARTICIPATE as may be legally permitted on the day of the meeting. Instructions on how to participate by electronic or other means, if legally permitted, would be found on the City of Bunnell's website at www.bunnellcity.us on the homepage. The public is advised to check the City's website for up-to-date information on any changes to the manner in which the meeting will be held and the location. The failure of a person to appear during said hearing and comment on or object to the special exception, either in person or in writing, might preclude the ability of such person to contest the special exception at a later date. A copy of all pertinent information to this special exception can be obtained at the Bunnell Administration Complex, 2400 Commerce Pkwy, Bunnell, FL 32110. Persons with disabilities needing assistance to attend this proceeding should contact the Bunnell City Clerk at (386) 437-7500 x 5 at least 48-business hours prior to the meeting. NOTICE: If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the City Commission on this matter a recording of the proceeding may be needed and for such purposes the person may need to ensure that a verbatim record is made which includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is based. (Section 286.0105, Florida Statutes)

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All other creditors of 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 SECION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA STATUTES 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. Lisa Riley, Personal Representative, 201 Ridgewood Drive, Apt. 1013, Raleigh, NC, 27609 The first publication of this notice is October 15, 2026. /s/ Andrea Burns ANDREA BURNS, ESQ. Florida Bar Number: 1031966 Geiger Law, PLLC Post Office Box 352951 Palm Coast, FL 32135 (386) 264-6937 telephone Attorney for Personal Representative andrea@386lawfirm.com October 15, 22, 2026 26-00364G

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NOTICE OF ACTION CONSTRUCTIVE SERVICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO. 2026 CA 000473 WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF STRUCTURED ASSET MORTGAGE INVESTMENTS II, INC., BEAR STEARNS MORTGAGE FUNDING TRUST 2006-AR5, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-AR5, Plaintiff, vs. JAMES A. DESPOSITO, JR. AND SARA L. DESPOSITO, et al. Defendant(s), TO: JAMES A. DESPOSITO, JR., SARA L. DESPOSITO, Whose Residence Is: 19 LEAVER DRIVE, PALM COAST, FL 32137 and who is evading service of process and all parties claiming an interest by, through, under or against the Defendant(s), who are not known to be dead or alive, 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 9, BLOCK 158, OF PALM COAST, MAP OF LAKEVIEW, SECTION 37, ACCORDING TO PLAT RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 13, PAGES 1 THROUGH 29, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLER 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 30 DAYS AFTER THE 1ST PUBLICATION /(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 Flagler County, Florida, this day of 10/8/2026. TOM W. BEXLEY CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT (SEAL) BY: AMY PEREZ DEPUTY CLERK ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, AND SCHNEID, PL ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF 6409 CONGRESS AVENUE, SUITE 100 Boca Raton, FL 33487 PRIMARY EMAIL: flmail@raslg.com 25-377145 October 15, 22, 2026 26-00355G

NOTICE OF SALE UNDER F.S. CHAPTER 45 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No. 2026-CA-000020 Honorable Judge: UPCHURCH, SANDRA C. PLANET HOME LENDING, LLC Plaintiff, vs. JASON THOMAS ANDERSON; UNKNOWN SPOUSE JASON THOMAS ANDERSON; SAWMILL CREEK AT PALM COAST PARK HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.; UNKNOWN TENANT OCCUPANT #1; UNKNOWN TENANT OCCUPANT #2; Defendants, NOTICE IS GIVEN that, in accordance with the Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated September 28, 2026, in the above-styled cause, Tom W. Bexley, as the Clerk of the Circuit Court, will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash online at: www.flagler.realforeclose.com at 11:00 a.m. on January 8, 2027, the following described property: LOT 208, SAWMILL CREEK AT PALM COAST PARK, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 39, PAGE(S) 36 THROUGH 43, INCLUSIVE, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA. TAX ID #2110305410000002080 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 7 Ridge Road, Palm Coast, FL 32137 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. Respectfully submitted this October 6, 2026. /s/ Matthew T. Wasinger Matthew T. Wasinger Florida Bar No: 57873 Wasinger Law Office, PLLC Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 605 E. Robinson St., Suite 730 Orlando, FL 32801 Telephone: (407) 308-0991 mattw@wasingerlawoffice.com October 15, 22, 2026 26-00356G

FIRST INSERTION Fictitious Name Notice Notice is hereby given that Lloyd Smith, desiring to engage in business under the fictitious name American Technical Furnitures located at 41 Regent Ln, Palm Coast, FL 32164, intends to register said name in Flagler County with the Division of Corporations, Florida Department of State, pursuant to section 865.09 of the Florida Statutes. October 15, 2026 26-00359G

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 Jeremy Blaine located at 78 Covington Lane in the City of Palm Coast, Flagler, FL 32137 intends to register the said name with the Division of Corporations of the Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida. Dated this 9th day of October, 2026 Jeremy Blaine Productions, LLC. October 15, 2026 26-00365G

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 The Neighbor’s Granddaughter located at 217 Beechwood Ln in the City of Palm Coast, Flagler, FL 32137 intends to register the said name with the Division of Corporations of the Department of State, Tallahassee, Florida. Dated this 9th day of October, 2026 Christiana Griffith-Keith October 15, 2026 26-00366G

SUBSEQUENT INSERTIONS FOURTH INSERTION NOTICE OF ACTION IN THE CIRCUIT COURT, IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE No.: 2026 CA 000579 KOLREI INTERNATIONAL, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. LISA LOVELESS, and all others claiming by, through and under LISA LOVELESS, DARREN RODRIGUEZ, and all others claiming by, through and under DARREN RODRIGUEZ, STACEY RODRIGUEZ, and all others claiming by, through and under STACEY RODRIGUEZ and ANDREW SCIUMBATA deceased and all others claiming by, through and under ANDREW SCIUMBATA, deceased, Defendant, TO: LISA LOVELESS, and all others claiming by, through and under LISA LOVELESS, DARREN RODRIGUEZ, and all others claiming by, through and under DARREN RODRIGUEZ, STACEY RODRIGUEZ, and all others claiming by, through and under STACEY RODRIGUEZ and ANDREW SCIUMBATA deceased and all others claiming by, through and under ANDREW SCIUMBATA, deceased, YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action to quiet the title on the following real property in Flagler County, Florida: Lot 10, Block 58, Daytona North, according to the map or plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 10, Page(s) 1 through 15, inclusive, of the Public Records of Flagler County, Florida. a/k/a 2956 Persimmon St Bunnell, FL 32110. has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on J.D. Manzo, of Manzo & Associates, P.A., Plaintiff ’s attorney, whose address is 4767 New Broad Street, Orlando, FL 32814, telephone number (407) 514-2692, on or before 30 DAYS FROM THE 1ST PUBLICATION, 2026, 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 DATED this 9/18/2026 day of September 2026. Clerk of the Circuit Court (SEAL) By: Amy Perez As Deputy Clerk Sept. 24; Oct. 1, 8, 15, 2026 26-00324G

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SECOND INSERTION NOTICE OF LANDOWNERS’ MEETING AND ELECTION OF THE PALM COAST 145 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT Notice is hereby given to the public and all landowners within Palm Coast 145 Community Development District (the “District”) the location of which is generally described as comprising a parcel or parcels of land containing approximately 145.5034 acres, generally located south of Belle Terre Boulevard, north and east of U.S. 1, and west of Karas Trail in the City of Palm Coast, Flagler County, Florida, advising that a meeting of landowners will be held for the purpose of electing three (3) persons to the District Board of Supervisors. DATE: TIME: LOCATION:

November 3, 2026 8:30 a.m. Flagler County Government Services Building 1769 E. Moody Blvd., Building 2 1st Floor Conference Room Bunnell, Florida 32110

Each landowner may vote in person or by written proxy. Proxy forms may be obtained upon request at the office of the District Manager, 2300 Glades Road, Suite 410W, Boca Raton, Florida 33431, by calling (561) 571-0010 (“District Manager’s Office”). At said meeting, each landowner or his or her proxy shall be entitled to nominate persons for the position of Supervisor and cast one vote per acre of land, or fractional portion thereof, owned by him or her and located within the District for each person to be elected to the position of Supervisor. A fraction of an acre shall be treated as one acre, entitling the landowner to one vote with respect thereto. Platted lots shall be counted individually and rounded up to the nearest whole acre. The acreage of platted lots shall not be aggregated for determining the number of voting units held by a landowner or a landowner’s proxy. At the landowners’ meeting, the landowners shall select a person to serve as the meeting chair and who shall conduct the meeting. The landowners’ meeting is open to the public and will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of Florida law. The meeting may be continued to a date, time, and place to be specified on the record at such meeting. A copy of the agenda for the meeting may be obtained from 2300 Glades Road, Suite 410W, Boca Raton, Florida 33431. There may be an occasion where one or more supervisors will participate by telephone. Any person requiring special accommodations to participate in the meeting is asked to contact the District Manager’s Office at least 48 hours before the meeting. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the Florida Relay Service at (800) 955-8770 for aid in contacting the District Manager’s Office. A person who decides to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at the meeting is advised that such 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 the appeal is to be based. District Manager October 8, 15, 2026

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SECOND INSERTION NOTICE OF LANDOWNERS’ MEETING AND ELECTION OF THE ORMOND STATION COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT Notice is hereby given to the public and all landowners within Ormond Station Community Development District (the “District”) the location of which is generally described as comprising a parcel or parcels of land containing approximately 67.729 acres, being situated entirely within Flagler County, Florida, advising that a meeting of landowners will be held for the purpose of electing three (3) people to the District’s Board of Supervisors (“Board” and each member individually, a “Supervisor”). DATE: TIME: LOCATION:

November 3, 2026 8:30 a.m. Flagler County Government Services Building 1769 E. Moody Blvd., Building 2 1st Floor Conference Room Bunnell, Florida 32110

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SECOND INSERTION NOTICE OF LANDOWNERS’ MEETING AND ELECTION OF THE COLBERT LANDINGS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT Notice is hereby given to the public and all landowners within Colbert Landings Community Development District (“District”) the location of which is generally described as comprising a parcel or parcels of land containing approximately 293.311 acres, being situated entirely within the City of Palm Coast, Flagler County, Florida, advising that a meeting of landowners will be held for the purpose of electing three (3) people to the District’s Board of Supervisors (“Board” and each member individually, a “Supervisor”). DATE: TIME: LOCATION:

November 3, 2026 8:30 a.m. Flagler County Government Services Building 1769 E. Moody Blvd., Building 2 1st Floor Conference Room Bunnell, Florida 32110

Each landowner may vote in person or by written proxy. Proxy forms may be obtained upon request at the office of the District Manager, c/o Wrathell, Hunt & Associates, LLC, 2300 Glades Road, Suite 410W, Boca Raton, Florida 33431. Ph: (561) 571-0010 (“District Manager’s Office”). At said meeting, each landowner or his or her proxy shall be entitled to nominate persons for the position of Supervisor and cast one (1) vote per acre of land, or fractional portion thereof, owned by him or her and located within the District for each person to be elected to the position of Supervisor. A fraction of an acre shall be treated as one (1) acre, entitling the landowner to one (1) vote with respect thereto. Platted lots shall be counted individually and rounded up to the nearest whole acre. The acreage of platted lots shall not be aggregated for determining the number of voting units held by a landowner or a landowner’s proxy. At the landowners’ meeting the landowners shall select a person to serve as the meeting chair and who shall conduct the meeting. The landowners’ meeting is open to the public and will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of Florida law. The meeting may be continued to a date, time, and place to be specified on the record at such meeting. A copy of the agenda for the meeting may be obtained from the District Manager’s Office. There may be an occasion where one or more supervisors will participate by telephone. Any person requiring special accommodations to participate in the meeting is asked to contact the District Manager’s Office, at least three (3) business days before 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. A person who decides to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at the meeting is advised that such 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 the appeal is to be based. District Manager

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2026 CP 000572 Division 48 IN RE: ESTATE OF RICHARD MARK PETERSON Deceased. The administration of the estate of Richard Mark Peterson, deceased, whose date of death was May 16, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for FLAGLER County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is Clerk of Flagler County, Kim C. Hammond Justice Center, 1769 E. Moody Blvd., Bldg. 1, Bunnell, FL 32110. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. 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 October 8, 2026. Personal Representative: Barbara Byrne c/o Legacy Law Associates, P.L. 313 South Palmetto Avenue 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) 258-0392 E-Mail: Shelley@legacylaw313.com Secondary E-Mail: troy@legacylaw313.com October 8, 15, 2026 26-00347G

SECOND INSERTION NOTICE OF ACTION CONSTRUCTIVE SERVICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION CASE NO. 2026 CA 000260 LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. PAUL E. THORN AND AUDREY L. SOLLIN. et. al. Defendant(s), TO: PAUL E. THORN, UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF PAUL E. THORN, 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 20, BLOCK 13, PINE GROVESECTION-25, PALM COAST, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 9, PAGES 1 THROUGH 19, INCLUSIVE, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLER 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 30 DAYS FROM THE 1ST PUBLICATION /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 Flagler County, Florida, this day of 9/29/2026. TOM W. BEXLEY CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT (SEAL) BY: AMY PEREZ DEPUTY CLERK Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 6409 Congress Ave., Suite 100 Boca Raton, FL 33487 PRIMARY EMAIL: flmail@raslg.com 26-397205 October 8, 15, 2026 26-00343G

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SECOND INSERTION NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA File No. 2025-CP-000746 Division 48 IN RE: ESTATE OF ANN MAGEE, Deceased. The administration of the estate of ANN MAGEE, deceased, whose date of death was July 29, 2025; File Number 2025CP-000746, is pending in the for Flagler County, Florida, Division, the address of which is 1769 E Moody Blvd, Bldg 1, Bunnell, Florida 32110. The name and address 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 WITHIN 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. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE 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: October 8, 2026. Signed on September 29, 2026. KAREN MARTIN Personal Representative Sean F. Bogle, Esq. Email: sean@boglelawfirm.com Florida Bar No. 0106313 Douglas A. Cohen, Esq. Email: doug@boglelawfirm.com Florida Bar No.: 124063 Attorneys for Petitioner BOGLE LAW FIRM 101 S. New York Ave., Suite 205 Winter Park, FL 32789 Telephone: 407-834-3311 Fax: 407-834-3302 October 8, 15, 2026 26-00339G

SECOND INSERTION NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA File No. 2026 CP 000382 Division 48 IN RE: ESTATE OF MICHAEL GENE WADE, Deceased. The administration of the estate of MICHAEL GENE WADE, deceased, whose date of death was February 7, 2026; File Number 2026 CP 000382, is pending in the Circuit Court for Flagler County, Florida, PROBATE Division, the address of which is 1769 East Moody Boulevard, Building 1, Bunnell, FL 32110. The name and address 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 WITHIN 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. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE 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: October 8, 2026. Signed on September 29, 2026. LYNN ELLEN WADE Personal Representative Sean F. Bogle, Esq. Email: sean@boglelawfirm.com Florida Bar No. 0106313 Douglas A. Cohen, Esq. Email: doug@boglelawfirm.com Florida Bar No.: 124063 Attorneys for Petitioner BOGLE LAW FIRM 101 S. New York Ave., Suite 205 Winter Park, FL 32789 Telephone: 407-834-3311 Fax: 407-834-3302 October 8, 15, 2026 26-00340G

SECOND INSERTION Notice of Self Storage Sale Please take notice Prime Storage - Bunnell located at 1800 Old Moody Blvd / 1504 Old Moody Blvd Bunnell FL 32110 intends to hold a sale to sell the property stored at the Facility by the below Occupant who is in default at an Auction. The sale will occur as an online auction via www.storagetreasures. com on 10/27/2026 at 12:00 PM. Unless stated otherwise the description of the contents are household goods, furnishings and garage essentials. Juana H Wilcox. This sale may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Certain terms and conditions apply. See manager for details. October 8, 15, 2026 26-00336G

SECOND INSERTION NOTICE OF ACTION/ CONSTRUCTIVE SERVICE NOTICE BY PUBLICATION IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO: 2026 CA 000521 WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCITY, FSB, AS OWNER TRUSTEE OF THE RESIDENTIAL CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES TRUST X-D Plaintiff, vs. ZANDER HOLDING GROUP, LLC, n/k/a PALM COAST HOLDING GROUP, LLC; et. al. Defendant(s). TO: ZANDER HOLDING GROUP, LLC, n/k/a PALM COAST HOLDING GROUP, LLC Last Known Address: c/o: Rozawi LLC, 1 Florida Park Dr. S, Ste 330, Palm Coast, FL 32137 Current Address: unknown TO: PALM COAST HOLDING GROUP, LLC Last Known Address: c/o: Rozawi LLC, 1 Florida Park Dr. S, Ste 330, Palm Coast, FL 32137 Current Address: unknown TO: THE 24COMANCHE CT LAND TRUST Last Known Address: 250 Palm Coast Pkwy. NE 607-224, Palm Coast, FL 32137 Current Address: unknown TO: THE BASFOR TRUST Last Known Address: 24 Comanche Ct., Palm Coast, FL 32137 Current Address: unknown TO: QUEENS CREEK, LLC

Last Known Address: 4601 E. Moody Blvd., Bunnell, FL 32110 Current Address: unknown YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that an action to foreclose a mortgage on the following property in Flagler County, Florida: LOT 209, BLOCK 3, SUBDIVISION MAP COUNTRY CLUB COVE-SECTION-15 PALM COAST, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED IN MAP BOOK 6, PAGE 68 THROUGH 72, INCLUSIVE, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA. Property address: 24 Comanche Ct., Palm Coast, FL 32137 has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Matthew Leider, Esq., Law Offices of Manganelli, Leider & Savio, P.A., Plaintiff ’s attorney, whose address is 1900 N.W. Corporate Blvd., Ste. 200W, Boca Raton, FL 33431 and whose email address is: service@mls-pa.com, within thirty (30) days of the first date of publication on or before 30 DAYS FROM THE 1ST PUBLICATION file the original with the Clerk of this Court either before service on the Plaintiff ’s attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint or petition. WITNESS my hand and the seal of said Court this day of 10/1/2026, 2026. TOM BEXLEY Clerk of the Court (Court Seal) By: Amy Perez Deputy Clerk October 8, 15, 2026 26-00338G

SECOND INSERTION NOTICE OF ACTION IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 7TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 2026 CA 000352 CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES LLC, Plaintiff, vs. JENICE FRANKA LAWRENCE; TORRAE NICOLE LAWRENCEMITCHELL A/K/A TORRAE YVONNE LAWRENCE-MITCHELL A/K/A TORRAE LAWRENCE; TASHANA REYLENE RODRIGUEZ; JANYSA REYLENE RODRIGUEZ; MICHAEL ANTHONY RODRIGUEZ; TYLER ALEXANDER LAWRENCE; MARJORIE PETERS; RUBY PETERS A/K/A RUBY YVONNE PETERS; RUBY PETERS A/K/A RUBY YVONNE PETERS AS PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF MAXINE LAWRENCE A/K/A MAXINE GLORIA LAWRENCE, DECEASED; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ON BEHALF OF THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; PARKERCASH LLC, Defendant(s). TO: ParkerCash LLC Residence Unknown YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action to foreclose a mortgage on the following described property in Flagler County, Florida: LOT 37, BLOCK 19, PALM COAST, MAP OF BELLE TERRE, SECTION 13, AS PER PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 7, PAGES 1 THROUGH 10, PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLER COUN-

SECOND INSERTION NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION File No. 2026 CP 000466 Division 48 IN RE: ESTATE OF RAY J. HALLMARK Deceased. The administration of the estate of Ray J. Hallmark, deceased, whose date of death was June 3, 2026, is pending in the Circuit Court for Flagler County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 1769 East Moody Blvd., Bunnell, FL 32110. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. 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. The date of first publication of this notice is October 8, 2026. Personal Representative: Taylor Robinson 10 Noble Court East Boston, Massachusetts 02128 Attorney for Personal Representative: Diane A. Vidal Attorney Florida Bar Number: 1008324 CHIUMENTO LAW 145 City Place, Suite 301 Palm Coast, FL 32164 Telephone: (386) 445-8900 Fax: (386) 445-6702 E-Mail: DVidal@legalteamforlife.com Secondary E-Mail: Proserv@legalteamforlife.com October 8, 15, 2026 26-00346G

TY, FLORIDA, AS AMENDED BY INSTRUMENT RECORDED IN OFFICIAL RECORDS BOOK 35, PAGE 528, PUBLIC RECORDS OF FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA. Street Address: 68 Brunswick Lane, Palm Coast, Florida 32137 has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC, Plaintiff ’s attorney, whose address is 3222 Commerce Place, Suite A, West Palm Beach, FL 33407, within 30 days after the date of the first publication of this notice and file the original with the Clerk of this Court, otherwise, a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint or petition. If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact Court Administration, 125 E. Orange Ave., Ste. 300, Daytona Beach, FL 32114, (386) 257-6096 at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. Dated on 9/24/2026. Tom Bexley Clerk of said Court By: (SEAL) /s/ Amy Perez As Deputy Clerk McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 3222 Commerce Place, Suite A West Palm Beach, FL 33407 Telephone: (561) 713-1400 FLpleadings@MWC-law.com File#:26-400182 October 8, 15, 2026 26-00350G

SECOND INSERTION AMENDED NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 45 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR FLAGLER COUNTY, FLORIDA CASE NO.: 2024-CA-000605 MICHAEL ZIMMERMAN and GAYLE ZIMMERMAN, Plaintiffs, v. THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, BENEFICIARIES, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, AND ALL OTHER PARTIES CLAIMING BY, THROUGH, UNDER, OR AGAINST VICTOR CLAVIZZAO, DECEASED; JACQUELINE A. CLAVIZZAO; FLORIDA PACE FUNDING AGENCY; UNKNOWN TENANT NO. 1; UNKNOWN TENANT NO. 2, Defendants. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to the Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated August 18, 2026, and entered in Case No. 2024-CA-000605 in the Circuit Court of the Seventh Judicial Circuit in and for Flagler County, Florida wherein Michael Zimmerman and Gayle Zimmerman, are Plaintiffs, and the Unknown Heirs, Beneficiaries, Devisees, Grantees, Assignees, Lienors, Creditors, Trustees, and All Other Parties Claiming by, through, under, or against Victor Clavizzao, deceased; Jacqueline A. Clavizzao; Unknown Tenant No. 1, and Unknown Tenant No. 2, are Defendants, the Clerk of Court will sell to the highest and best bidder for cash at https://flagler. realforeclose.com, the Clerk’s website for on-line auctions at 11:00 a.m. on the 13th day of November, 2026, the following described property as set forth in said Final Judgment of Foreclosure, to wit: Lots 6 and 7, Block 23, Pine Grove – Section 25 Palm Coast, according to the plat thereof, as recorded in Plat Book 9, Pages 1 through 19, Public Records of Flagler County, Florida. Street address: 1 Pennsy Place, Palm Coast, Florida 32164. Respectfully submitted, BECKER & POLIAKOFF, P.A. Attorneys for Plaintiffs 1 East Broward Blvd., Suite 1800 Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301 Telephone: (954) 987-7550 Facsimile: (954) 325-4966 jpolenberg@beckerlawyers.com ydaneshfar@beckerlawyers.com tfritz@beckerlawyers.com cgellman@beckerlawyers.com tprice@beckerlawyers.com CourtMail@beckerlawyers.com By: /s/ Yasin Daneshfar Jon Polenberg, Esq. Florida Bar No. 653306 Yasin Daneshfar, Esq. Florida Bar No. 105092 Rayaan A. Hossain, Esq. Florida Bar No. 1049400 32267612.v1 October 8, 15, 2026 26-00345G

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