Flagler County’s absent beach management plan prompts community initiative
After Flagler County leaders failed to develop a beach management plan, residents have created their own.
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Charter company that helped extend Atlantic red snapper season says fight not over yet
A Volusia County charter fishing company that helped lead the charge in extending the Atlantic red snapper season said the fight is far from over.
South Daytona pond expansion aims to prevent flooding
If you’ve driven down Reed Canal Road in South Daytona, you may have noticed a major project at the pond across from the canal.
‘The Reserve at Haw Creek’ project in Flagler County may quadruple the population
The population of Bunnell in Flagler County could quadruple in size if a massive development is approved on Monday.
Rise in violent crime among teens in Volusia County sparks community concerns
Volusia County is dealing with a rise in teens being arrested for violent crime. Two 17-year-olds are facing weapons charges for their role in a shooting that seriously injured a 19-year-old Thursday night.
Florida’s State Road A1A receives enhanced protection with new buried seawalls
Eyewitness News got a behind-the-scenes look at construction on a pair of buried seawalls that extend from Volusia to Flagler County.
Flagler County commissioners delay beach renourishment tax amid funding concerns
For now, Flagler County residents won’t be taxed for beach renourishment projects. But the commissioners’ decision comes with a catch: There’s no official plan in place to cover the cost of the work that’s still needed.
Deltona leaders considering halting development to tackle flooding issues
Commissioners were supposed to discuss the issue on Monday, but Deltona’s regular city commission meeting was postponed.
EBT transaction, security video helped capture DeLand shooting suspect, sheriff says
The Volusia Sheriff’s Office said surveillance video, witness accounts and an EBT card transaction helped them track down a 25-year-old accused of shooting into a car and injuring an innocent 16-year-old.
