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VOLUME 12, NO. 41
Three ways to support your local journalism: 1) scan the code, 2) call 386-447-9723, or 3) visit observerlocalnews.com/subscribe. THURSDAY, JUNE 13, 2024
Embry-Riddle lands major partnership with Boeing Thanks to state funds and a $25 million gift by Cici and Hyatt Brown, Boeing will add 400 local jobs. PAGE 4A
Qualifying underway for local elections Who is running for a seat on the Ormond Beach City Commission? PAGE 2A INSIDE LIVE LOCAL ACT
Volusia officials weigh in on affordable housing law following recent amendments by the Legislature. PAGE 3A
2024 BUDGET
Making history
PHOTO CONTEST
Ormond Beach Historical Society hosts its first summer day camp.
Ormond Beach begins plans for $25 million worth of capital improvement projects. PAGE 5A
The Ormond Beach Youth Photography Contest is now open. PAGE 10A
COUNTY CHAIR RACE
Former Volusia County Councilwoman Deb Denys files to run for chair. PAGE 8A
ZERO TOLERANCE
Volusia County Schools works to combat student vape use. PAGE 5A
PAGE 6B Aiden makes a diorama of a sugar mill with the help of volunteer Nancy Ruscitti during the inaugural OBHS summer camp on Tuesday, June 11. Photo by Jarleene Almenas
Art in the downtown
Focus on Ormond photo series explores Art Spotlight’s mission.
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PICKLEBALL CEO
Summer goals FPC, Seabreeze soccer players square off on 7v7 opening night.
PAGE 8B Pictona at Holly Hill hires John Phillips, of Ormond Beach, as its new CEO. PAGE 10A
INDEX
Calendar..................... PAGE 5B Comics ........................PAGE 7B Cops Corner............... PAGE 6A The Fine Arts.............. PAGE 3B Letters.......................PAGE 10A McMillan....................PAGE 10A Public Notices............ PAGE 9B Sports......................... PAGE 8B Real Estate................. PAGE 9A
Fine Arts Raz De-Via, a recent graduate of Seabreeze High School presents her piece, “Unwanted Dream.” Jon Benjamin, Teri Althouse, Barbette Jensen and Thays França are the heart and soul of Art Spotlight. Photo by Suzanne McCarthy
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