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VOLUME 12, NO. 40
Three ways to support your local journalism: 1) scan the code, 2) call 386-447-9723, or 3) visit observerlocalnews.com/subscribe. THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2024
Florida-friendly is good. Native is better. Ormond Beach City Commission is interested in more stringent native plant landscaping standards. PAGE 2A
Dangerous by Design 2024
Community support Riverview Learning Center says farewell to a community who cares. PAGE 3A
Report finds local metro area is one of nation’s deadliest for pedestrians. PAGE 5A INSIDE LEGISLATIVE ACTION Volusia could seek state law change to allow code enforcement officers to wear body cameras. PAGE 5A
70 YEARS OF LOVE
Local couple celebrates their platinum anniversary. PAGE 1B
HURRICANE PREP
Flagler, Volusia Counties urge residents to prepare for active hurricane season. PAGE 7A
HUMAN SUNDAE
Riverview Learning Center faculty, staff and guests dance at the “We Care Celebration” on May 29. Photo by Michele Meyers
‘Sea’ her go
Beachside Elementary celebrates the last day of school with a particularly sweet activity. PAGE 4A
Her Turn Surf Festival provides a platform for women and girls. PAGE 8B
ATTEMPTED THEFT Jacksonville woman tries to steal elderly couple’s car at Ormond gas station PAGE 6A
ORMOND STATION
Lack of lighting at Hunters Ridge roundabout causes concerns for Flagler County Commissioners. PAGE 7A
Future EMT Seabreeze Allied Health Academy prepares students for real-life emergency situations.
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ELECTIONS 2024
Candidate withdraws from School Board race. PAGE 6A
CONGRATS GRADS
See photos of local home schooled high school grads. PAGE 2B
INDEX
Calendar...................... PAGE 1B Comics ........................PAGE 7B Cops Corner............... PAGE 6A Letters.......................PAGE 10A McMillan....................PAGE 10A Public Notices...........PAGE 10B Sports......................... PAGE 8B Real Estate................. PAGE 9A
Eli’s journey Hospitalized teen was able to attend his graduation thanks to Arnold Palmer’s Children Hospital staff.
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Peyton Crave, 7, catches a wave in the future division. Photo by Jake Montgomery